Jinky Wells, Fred Pidgeon, Rufus Guinchard, J.S. Bach, Eric Clapton, BB King, Mike Bond, The Pixie Band especially Rob Murch, Paul Wilson, Dr John, David Faulkner, John Kirkpatrick, Alison Stephens, Lots of old manusripts...
I play English Folk music on solo mandolin. I explore traditional tunes making crazy arrangements, sometimes playing the tune, a harmony line and chords all at the same time. I also play fiddle and I sing.
I've just started experimenting with some recordings in my home studio, you can hear three of them above. The other track above is from my CD Eight Days Late.
After you've finished here, you may like to hear this folk-carol on myspace... Poem 230 of 230, WalkaboutsVerse (see my blog for details): CHRISTMAS SUNG SIMPLY
As gospellers have said, Beneath signalling skies, On land dusty to tread, A trough in a stable Was the strawy first-bed Of a divine baby - The forgiving Godhead.
A season for new hope - There then and here now; The yuletide of goodwill - There then and here now.
In respect of this chance, Beneath bright or dark skies, Faith's the star that we glance Attending Christ's churches And trying to enhance, With singing and ritual, Our God-loving stance.
Hi Matt, greetings from Kent! Many thanks for the friendship, comment, and great music on your page! I really enjoyed your songs :) Will also check out your band too :)
After you've finished here, you may like to hear this poem sung on myspace...
Poem 162 of 230, WalkaboutsVerse (please see my blog): TEES TO TYNE: FIRST IMPRESSIONS - SUMMER 2001
Where traditions are not so rare; Sea, country and works scent the air; A multitude of monuments, Planted tubs and patterned pavements.
The longish pedestrian malls; The remnants of defensive walls; Historic buildings are a gauge Of the respect for heritage.
Wheat, rape and pines in the fields; Estuaries guarded by shields; Long sandy beaches and wide scenes; Romantic-ruin go-betweens.
Rivers in parts licked by trees, Or fringed by boat clubs, wharfs, gantries, And crossed by practical delights - Varied spans, forming pleasing sights.
Fine churches headed at Durham; Football kits ad infinitum; Kept castles - one for study; Masonry behind masonry.
And, with moulding-works out that way, It’s somewhere for a longer stay..?
After you've finished here, you may like to hear this poem sung on myspace...
Poem 2 of 230, WalkaboutsVerse (please see my blog): WALKABOUT WITH MY PEN
Once drove an old sedan, up north, From a place in Sydney to Cairns; Then to Kuranda I went forth, By train, to look without set plans.
I browsed through the trendy market, With fresh fruits of tropical kind; Walked to the creek through lush thicket - Nature’s hand giving peace of mind.
I dined in a scenic cafe; Then, outside, as I wrote for yen, Some passing Kooris called-out: “Hey, You go walkabout with your pen.”
Request or question, I don’t know - Assured voices, elderly men. That’s now several years ago, And I’ve seen the world - with my pen.
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Hello there matt Tis alex the mad accordion player here. How are you? long time no see. Hannah and I are playing in a concert with you at Sidmouth :) and the Dyer:Cummings are doing a couple of ceilidh's down there as well this year. its sooo cool.
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By the way we have just recorded our first CD and we have some of the tracks on our myspace. Drop by and have a look.
lookin forward to seeing you soon :) Alex & the Dyer:Cummings (Jon, Hannah and Penny)
Hi Matt, much thanks for the add. Your music is superb, and played live makes it more impressive. I'm a multitracker myself, hope you won't hold that against me. :) Best wishes mate! ~ Jeff
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