The Dave Matthews Band formed in Charlottesville, Virginia in early 1991, when vocalist/guitarist Dave Matthews decided to put some songs he had written on tape.  Instead of simply recoding himself with a guitar, he opted to bring in some instrumental help to give his musical ideas more depth.  Dave found assistance in drummer Carter Beauford and saxophonist LeRoi Moore, who were both accomplished jazz musicians in the local Charlottesville music scene.  Based on the recommendation of distinguished local jazz guru John D'earth, 16- year old musical prodigy Stefan Lessard came on board to play bass.  Completing the band was keyboard player Peter Griesar, who left the band after a couple of years, as well as the talented and classically trained violinist, Boyd Tinsley

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