Interview

[Rob MacKillop]

This might be of interest:

 

http://www.banjohangout.org/topic/185623

 

 

[Greg Adams]

Great interview Rob. I'm glad that you are gaining traction with your banjo-focused pursuits. Perhaps you'll come to the U.S. once you get your Mel Bay materials done to promote them at some banjo camps?

[Rob MacKillop]

Check out my answer to the final question, Greg. It will reveal why a trip to the States is unlikely...sadly:

''I don't play gigs any more. I can't fly - am terrified of airplanes. I can't even go near an airport. So, sadly, I will not be coming to the States, unless I can find funding to go by cruise ship, but that is very expensive and time consuming. So I reach my audience in cyberspace via videos, and sites like Banjo Hangout and the two Ning sites. These are very important to me, not just from getting my own stuff out, but for learning from others and enjoying their friendship. I have said before, and I'll say it again, I would not be playing banjo if it were not for the Ning classic banjo site, which opened up a new world for me. I have many friends there, and on the other sites too.''

[Paul Certo]

It was a good interview, especially the family history. I like getting a glimpse into someones background that way. I've been to a lot of concerts, but they aren't nearly as fun as a jam with amateurs. The home made aspect of music is special, despite Radio/TV trying to make us think only the "best birds" should sing. My father did radio & TV repair as a second job when I was small, so we always had that stuff, plus records. But one thing I remember about family gatherings was my Ma's brother & sister playing accordions. They were self-taught, never thought about playing for any one but family, but all these years later, the sound is still in my head.
Paul