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"I think John and Elaine do some calling."

Al Smitley replied Feb 12, 2015 to Camptown Hornpipe & Other Dances

 10 Feb 12, 2015
Reply by Christopher Stetson

"Odd, I think.  I haven't heard a word about any 200th anniversary events/celebration…"

Al Smitley replied Jan 11, 2015 to Battle of New Orleans

 3 Jan 11, 2015
Reply by John Cohen

"Thanks, Dan.  I'll have a look.  I've read two accounts on the internet and another…"

Al Smitley replied Jan 10, 2015 to Mustaches/Moustaches

 4 Jan 12, 2015
Reply by Dan'l

"Rob, please post a video of some of the music you describe.  Though I enjoy the 'min…"

Al Smitley replied Jan 6, 2015 to Knauff's Virginia Reels

 25 Jan 7, 2015
Reply by Christopher Stetson

"Strum.  I don't hear "Old Grey Mare..." in "Few Days".  I hear "Old Grey Mare" in "D…"

Al Smitley replied Jan 1, 2015 to Last chance for Winners

 21 Jan 18, 2015
Reply by Christopher Stetson

"I played Christmas instrumentals at a Historical Village a few years ago.  Here is a…"

Al Smitley replied Dec 4, 2014 to What music are you playing this week?

 36 Feb 21, 2015
Reply by Strumelia

"I agree with Strum, Dave."

Al Smitley replied Oct 27, 2014 to October is GOURD BANJO MONTH ! Show the love!

 91 Oct 28, 2018
Reply by M'lou Brubaker

"Bob, I am interested in the booklet you mention, "Amerika No Otsue Bushi".   Are the…"

Al Smitley replied Oct 4, 2014 to I found unconfirmed Yokohama minstrel tune in 1854.

 20 Oct 4, 2014
Reply by Bob Sayers

"Here's a related polka from the Music for the Naion, 1820-1860 website. The tune is…"

Al Smitley replied Oct 2, 2014 to I found unconfirmed Yokohama minstrel tune in 1854.

 20 Oct 4, 2014
Reply by Bob Sayers

"I think if I were to pursue a gourd banjo again, I'd chose a four-string like Mark o…"

Al Smitley replied Sep 26, 2014 to October is GOURD BANJO MONTH ! Show the love!

 91 Oct 28, 2018
Reply by M'lou Brubaker

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