Listen for the braying mule! This tune changes keys at the B part. For a nice resolve, finish with the A part. Sheet Music from thesession.org Backing Tracks Recording
Sourgrass and Granite
By Brian Pickell “Sourgrass is a common name given to several plant species which have a sour taste.” (wikipedia) Sheet Music from thesession.org Backing Tracks Recording
Old Time Guitar Workshop Video
Steve Capener with the Pioneer Chapter teaches how to back up old time tunes on guitar.
Cuckoo’s Nest
Cuckoo’s Nest is a reel in the key of D, but featuring a C chord for a modal feel. As usual for fiddle tunes, it repeats in AABB structure. However,Continue readingCuckoo’s Nest
Jack of Diamonds
Jack of Diamonds, a traditional song, is also known as “Jack of Diamonds is a Hard Card to Play.” This recording is by the Utah Old Time Fiddlers.
Tunes from Home Schottische
The schottische is a partnered country dance that apparently originated in Bohemia. (wikipedia) “Tunes from Home” is a delightful schottische that Pioneer chapter likes to perform. Here’s a video toContinue readingTunes from Home Schottische
Snow Deer
We’re working on a tune called Snow Deer this month. Snow Deer entered the old-time fiddle tune repertoire at some point after the first vaudeville version (1911) and early hillbilly/stringband recordingsContinue readingSnow Deer
Guitar Pickin’ Workshop
Join us March 18, 2023, at the Pleasant Valley Branch Library for an Old-Time Music Workshop. This first workshop will be taught by Steven Capener of the Pioneer Chapter andContinue readingGuitar Pickin’ Workshop
Pioneer Chapter at Gandy Dancer
The Pioneer Chapter played a fun gig at Gandy Dancer Mercantile last night. Watch at https://fb.watch/hKXq1GLWOD/. Thanks to our players, guests, and hosts!