Nick Dumas & Branchline Perform at Hollow Point Farms

Bluegrass band entertains audience at intimate house concert in Florida

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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Nick Dumas & Branchline, a bluegrass band featuring Nick Dumas on mandolin, his wife Hana on fiddle, Daniel Thrailkill on guitar, Andrew Knapp on bass, and Will McSeveney on banjo, performed at an in-house concert at Hollow Point Farms in Bushnell, Florida. The event was hosted by Bruce and Jody Watson, who regularly open their home to host concerts for their favorite bluegrass acts. The show was well-attended, with around 50 guests, and included a special appearance by 94-year-old drag racing legend Don 'Big Daddy' Garlits.

Why it matters

House concerts provide an intimate setting for bluegrass music fans to enjoy performances up close and personal. Hollow Point Farms has become a popular venue for these types of events, allowing the local community to support regional bluegrass artists and experience the genre in a unique setting.

The details

Nick Dumas & Branchline were the featured performers at the latest house concert hosted by Bruce and Jody Watson at their Hollow Point Farms residence in Bushnell, Florida. The band, which includes Nick Dumas on mandolin, his wife Hana on fiddle, Daniel Thrailkill on guitar, Andrew Knapp on bass, and Will McSeveney on banjo, was wrapping up their Florida tour with the Hollow Point Farms show. The intimate setting allowed the audience of around 50 guests to enjoy the band's full repertoire of bluegrass music in a relaxed, personal environment.

  • The concert took place on Sunday, February 22, 2026.
  • Bruce and Jody Watson regularly host in-house concerts at Hollow Point Farms several times per year.

The players

Nick Dumas

The mandolin player and leader of the bluegrass band Branchline, who previously was a member of the band Special Consensus. Nick and his wife Hana reside in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin where they are part of Fiddler's Farm.

Branchline

The bluegrass band featuring Nick Dumas on mandolin, his wife Hana on fiddle, Daniel Thrailkill on guitar, Andrew Knapp on bass, and Will McSeveney on banjo.

Bruce and Jody Watson

The hosts of the in-house concert series at their Hollow Point Farms residence in Bushnell, Florida, where they regularly welcome bluegrass acts to perform for an intimate audience.

Don 'Big Daddy' Garlits

A 94-year-old drag racing legend who made a special appearance at the Hollow Point Farms concert.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

What’s next

Caroline Owens will be the next performer to take the stage at Hollow Point Farms, with a concert scheduled for March.

The takeaway

House concerts like the one held at Hollow Point Farms provide a unique and intimate setting for bluegrass music fans to connect with their favorite artists and support the local music scene. The event's success highlights the enduring appeal of this genre and the importance of community-driven music venues.