In fifteen minutes, Donna explained things about Irish fiddle bowing that no one else ever could, no matter how long they took. Chairs find their way into a circle around the kitchen, and feet begin to tap out a rhythm. Franco-American Music from the New England Borderlands. Bowing ornaments and variations and their uses in a broad range of Northern fiddling styles are explained. Highlighting specific styles, Donna demonstrates what we do to the melody that makes a style different.
Groove is taught from the ground up.
Guitarist Tom Hodgson will hold us together in the groove as a group of any size. Questions and cassette recorders are always welcome. Sponsored by Chattahoochee Country Dancers. At Pinellas Park Auditorium. Franco-American Music from the New England Borderlands.