KC Turner Presents Cookout Concert Series Sierra Hull is a virtuoso mandolinist, a six-time Grammy-nominated artist, and a groundbreaking songwriter. Recognized for her acclaimed albums A Tip Toe High Wire (2025), 25 Trips (2020) and Weighted Mind (2016), she’s also a seven-time IBMA Mandolin Player of the Year – the first woman to ever receive this honor. A pioneer in acoustic music, Hull has performed on iconic stages like Carnegie Hall, the Grand Ole Opry, and the White House. Her artistry has earned praise and collaboration with legends like Alison Krauss, Bela Fleck, Dolly Parton, Brandi Carlile, and Billy Strings. Hailing from Byrdstown, Tennessee, Hull’s innovative sound is deeply rooted in bluegrass yet continually pushes boundaries.