Rick Lee

The Native American struggles of the 17th century inspired banjo player and keyboardist Rick Lee's best-known tune, "Natick." Written in 1984 and first recorded by Solomon's Seal, the folk/chamber music ensemble that Lee led with his former wife, Lorraine, the song is a heartbreaking account of a tragic event. The song was re-recorded by Lee as the title track of his 1995 solo album. While the original version featured fiddle, whistle, dulcimer and banjo, the new recording is a more modern rendition featuring bass, drums, banjo, guitar and two vocalists.



A native of New York who grew up in Texas, Lee hails from a musical family. A grandmother was a church organist and pianist, while his mother played piano. His earliest memories are lying under the piano and listening to them play duets. Lee's grandfather possessed a sweet tenor vocal tone and had been an acquaintance of Uncle Dave Macon.



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