Music in Sisseton, SD

Had an enjoyable time playing in Sisseton, SD on Friday October, 25.  Seems they were a little short-handed at their monthly musical event, so they called up and asked me to if I could fiddle a few tunes with them. 






It proves what I have always said, "You don't have to be good, just available."  This was the last dance for the season.  They will get started up again in the Spring.

If nothing else go to see the murals on the wall, they are fantastic.  I took a shot of the Navy mural since my son is now in that branch of the service.  I will go back and take another picture during the day when the flash won't be necessary.



 
Hey Stan, this is for you!

Jammin' at home

Had a pleasant surprise Wednesday.  David and Candace Payne stopped in on their way from Montana to Minnesota and we got to play a little bit of music.  Since Candace usually gets stuck playing bass and trying to keep everyone in line , she decided to grab my fiddle and play that for a bit of a change. Glad she did 'cause it sounded pretty good and I got to hear a few tunes I have been meaning to learn - Pirates Waltz and Black Hills Waltz.  Anyhow, fun for all.






 We even coaxed Harold Tribitt into coming over and playing and singing a couple songs for us.  Electrified instruments are not usually the norm for when when play, but he kept the volume level low and the enjoyment level high.  That's what really counts.






Candace, Dave and I played a little more the next morning before they headed out.  Can't wait to do it again when we have some more time.  By the way Dave, I did finally remember how Texas Gales goes.  It had been so long since I played it that I was completely blank when Dave called that tune.  Neither the mind nor the fingers were working. Next time, right.

Jammin' in Jamestown, ND

Completely forgot the jam in Jamestown, North Dakota held at the church in the frontier village back in early July.















If these nice BAND folks keep letting me come back I may figure out this bluegrass yet

More exciting things to do in the big city.

The Roslyn Wild Bunch

It's the Buffalo Ridge Bluegrass Band

My, don't we look a little ragged today.  We probably need to practice more than just our music.

Old-Time Banjo in the House

We were treated to a visit from another Montana musician this week.  Phil Schladweiler of Broken String Band fame stopped in for a visit on his way to and from Minnesota.  It is not often that a visit from a banjo player is an anticipated event, but this is one fine Old-Timey banjo player.

He does not sport that handlebar mustache for nothing folks, he is the real deal.  We do not get a chance to play music together that often any more so we had a good time sifting through the musty files of tunes we knew.  Come again any time Phil and we'll "Nail that Catfish" again.

Montana Eagle Ranch

Thank you to Bud Schleicher for working it out so that I could play with the "Old Gang" while I was in Montana.  They had a gig at the Montana eagle Ranch and graciously allowed me to come along for a mini reunion.  Charlie Alkiere, Doc Allison, Lenore Haws, Bud Schleicher, and myself played an afternoon concert for an enthusiastic group of guests at the ranch.  Plus we were treated to a wonderful supper and views that will take your breath away.

The big treat for me was playing music with the friends who got me started playing good old-time music.  They kept after me and patiently, very patiently taught me lots of great tunes and showed me how to fit in with a group of musicians.  Thanks again.  Every time I get to play with them it is a real treat. 

Montana Fiddlers Picnic 2013

Oh what a good time was had by all in Livingston this year.

A Big THANK YOU to Doc Allison who provided us with his camper so that we could stay right at the Mercier Ranch and play music, music and more music.

This year the number of spectators seemed to be down a little, but the musicians showed up in force and a good time was certainly had by all.  If you want to check out the site for the picnic here is is a link to the Montana Fiddlers Picnic.

Our good friends Terry and Elsie from Sheridan Wyoming camped on one side of us and Lisa Barrett was on the other.  There was no shortage of good music.

Here is a picture of Kurt and Harold taking a break in the leanto on the east side of the barn.

I'll dig out some more pictures and get them up here as soon as I make some time.