It would be an understatement to say that the pandemic has affected local musicians. With concerts cancelled, venues shuttered and limited ways in which to rehearse, almost all aspects of being a working musician have been affected by COVID-19. But musicians have kept the faith and made the most out of a trying year. Writing and recording new songs, learning how to livestream and finding innovative ways to bring music to fans have been just a few of the calling cards of 2020. Local roots and blues favorite George Gritzbach, who usually spends the year performing with his band, dubbed this yearâs theme song The Grateful Deadâs âWhat A Long Strange Trip Itâs Been.â