I play all instruments on my recordings unless noted. All information is posted in the lyric box.
The reason I am here is to network.
www.banjohangout.org
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Jerry Garcia,
Bob Dylan,
Dolly Parton,
Willie Nelson,
The Beatles (especially George Harrison),
The Band
& I Love The Grateful Dead.
風格近似
I love all music. I especially love the music from the mountains. My sound is a mix of country blues rock with a little gospel in there. (secret recipe)
I have played in all sorts of bands & done my share of gigs. I play keys, guitar, (electric and acoustic) bass, fiddle, drums, percussion, mandolin, 5-string banjo, tenor banjo, plectrum banjo, 1800's style minstrel banjo, Celtic style banjo, bandolin, autoharp, lead & backup vocals. I would like to see the tenor banjo & bandolin repopularized again in Jazz & Popular Music like they were in the 1920's & 30's. I have enjoyed collaborations with many artists worldwide on other music sites.. I was trained in Classical Music on the piano starting at age 8.
My Great-Great Grandfather Thomas Branigan was the Rank Chief Banjo Leader for the Union Army High Command in the Civil War....He performed most notably at Gettysburg, Richmond & Lee's Surrender. He learned most of his pickin' skill from free men who were once slaves below the Mason/Dixon Line. He combined his musical training, luthier skills & Celtic heritage to enable some small evolution of the modern banjo as you know it today. Thomas Branigan also invented the Bicycle Stand.
My Grandfather, Al Brothers was a great Square Dance Caller...
I just love history, and old instruments, don't you? My family's musical history dates back to "The Dark Ages"......
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Dear Joanie Sanders, It's after Halloween and the busy holidays are approaching. Take a break and drop by to listen to my featured songs. You may find my music to be just the calm you need during this hectic time of the year. I appreciate your friendship and I hope you enjoy the music. I wish you much joy and peace.