Lauded as the “father of modern bluegrass” by The New York Times, Tony Trischka brings his considerable talent as a renowned banjo player to Sparta this spring in a tribute to his idol Earl Scruggs. Trischka, who has been playing the 5-string instrument for 60 years, recently discovered some of Scruggs non-recorded songs, and it’s from this treasure trove that he’ll be playing at the Muddy Creek Cafe. » Muddy Creek Cafe & Music Hall, 60 S Main St.; Friday, 8 p.m.; $50; (336) 372-5999; www.muddycreekcafeandmusichall.com