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Shadowfax was a Grammy Award-winning group formed in Chicago in 1972. Initially a blues band, they consisted of a saxophonist, guitarist, and bassist. The band's name was inspired by Gandalf's silvery-grey horse in J.R.R. Tolkien's "Lord of the Rings." Throughout the 1970s, Shadowfax evolved their sound, incorporating elements of progressive rock, world music, folk, jazz, and classical chamber music. Their debut album, "Watercourse Way," released in 1976, showcased their strong guitar work and rock edge. In 1982, Shadowfax signed with a new label and released their self-titled second album, which featured a softer sound influenced by jazz and world music. This album reached number 19 on the Billboard jazz chart. Their subsequent albums continued to gain popularity, reaching the top 10 on jazz and new age charts and charting on the Billboard Hot 200. The group won a Grammy Award for their 1988 album "Folk Songs For A Nuclear Village" and received a Grammy nomination for their 1992 album "Esperanto." Shadowfax's signature sound was largely defined by Chuck Greenberg's lyricon and woodwinds. Tragically, Greenberg passed away from a heart attack on September 4, 1995, leading to the disbandment of the group.

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