GHS Strings is proud to welcome Salima Shamanov to the official GHS Artist roster. Salima is the banjo player for The Alaskan Sunnyside Sisters, a rising young family bluegrass band from Alaska. Their energetic performances and tight musicianship have helped them build a passionate fan base across social media and the festival circuit.

Known for her precise picking and lively stage presence, Salima performs on a Tony Trischka Silver Clipper Banjo. She strings it with the GHS JD Crowe Studio Set, delivering the tone and tension she needs for fast rolls, crisp attack, and clean articulation in both live settings and studio recordings.

“It’s inspiring to see young musicians like Salima carrying the bluegrass tradition forward. Her tone, her energy, and her dedication speak for themselves. We’re thrilled to welcome her to the GHS artist roster.” - Russ McFee, President of GHS Strings

The Alaskan Sunnyside Sisters—whose members range from ages 9–14—have performed at festivals, concerts, livestreams, and have even made an appearance at the Grand Ole Opry, earning nearly 250,000 social media followers and millions of plays across TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. Their music blends traditional bluegrass energy with youthful personality, helping introduce a new generation to the sound.

"I use GHS strings on my Tony Trischka Silver Clipper Banjo because they give me a bright, clear tone and reliable performance for every show or video. They help me play my best with the Alaskan Sunnyside Sisters." - Salima Shamanov

GHS is excited to support Salima as she continues to share her music and inspire young musicians around the world.