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About the Bottom Dollars




Featuring Betsy Green, Dave Shaw, and Tim FitzPatrick, this New England trio delivers previously overlooked bluegrass songs, original numbers, and lively tunes. With tight harmonies, driving banjo, and soaring fiddle, The Bottom Dollars are a sure bet!


"...rich, authentic sound. While they don't feature a traditional five-piece bluegrass lineup, they comfortably inhabit the genre..." NHPR


For bookings or information please email us at info@bottomdollars.net .


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Meet the Band




​Betsy Green (fiddle, vocals) – Raised in a musical family in rural Massachusetts, Betsy brings melodic fire and finesse to every performance. She plays with her siblings in The Green Sisters and collaborates with The Hazel Project. As an educator with the New England Fiddle Ensemble, Betsy inspires the next generation of musicians. Beyond music, she is also a respected visual artist, adding creativity to everything she does.



Dave Shaw (banjo, mandolin, vocals) – A veteran of the New England bluegrass scene, Dave is known for his work with the Bear Bridge Band, Newfound Grass, The Roll On Buddies, and the Seth Sawyer Band. His encyclopedic knowledge of American roots music and expressive playing make him a cornerstone of the band’s sound.


Tim FitzPatrick (guitar, vocals) – With a voice that commands attention and a rhythm guitar style that anchors the group, Tim brings years of experience from bluegrass festivals, folk clubs, and collaborations with artists like the Hi-Tone Ramblers and the Roll On Buddies.


Together, The Bottom Dollars deliver a sound that’s both timeless and immediate—rich in harmony, steeped in tradition, and driven by a shared love of the music.



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