Conception and production For one of his side projects , PERSON@1 knew he wanted to form a string quintet composed of mandolin , violin , banjo , guitar , and bass with childhood friend and fiddler PERSON@2 , but did n't know which direction he wanted to take the band .

Early planning and creation For a side project away from his band ORGANIZATION@1 , PERSON@1 knew he wanted to form a five-piece string band that featured mandolin , violin , banjo , acoustic guitar , and double bass . PERSON@3 also wanted the band to feature his friend and fiddle player PERSON@2 , but did n't know what kind of band he wanted it to be .
