What is grammy winning banjoist fleck?

Béla Fleck is an American banjo player and composer who is widely considered to be one of the most innovative and technically advanced banjoists in the world. Over the course of his career, Fleck has won 15 Grammy Awards, in a variety of categories ranging from bluegrass, jazz, classical, and world music.

Fleck was born on July 10, 1958, in New York City, and grew up in a musical family. He began playing the banjo at the age of 15 and quickly became proficient in a wide range of styles, including bluegrass, folk, jazz, and classical music.

In 1979, Fleck co-founded the progressive bluegrass band New Grass Revival, which became known for its innovative blend of traditional bluegrass instrumentation with rock and jazz influences. After leaving New Grass Revival in 1989, Fleck embarked on a successful solo career, releasing more than 20 albums that showcase his virtuosic banjo playing and diverse musical interests.

In addition to his solo work, Fleck has collaborated with a wide range of artists from different genres, including jazz legend Chick Corea, classical pianist and composer Philip Glass, and Indian tabla master Zakir Hussain. He is also a frequent guest on NPR's "A Prairie Home Companion" and has been featured on many movie soundtracks.

Fleck is beloved by banjo enthusiasts for his technical mastery of the instrument, his willingness to explore new musical territories, and his ability to seamlessly combine musical genres. He continues to tour and record with his band, Béla Fleck and the Flecktones, and is a highly respected figure in the world of banjo and music in general.