And a short side note that these tunes are stilled played quite a bit. I
was in North Carolina for a few months this last summer and these tunes
are still an important part of the repertoire Some bands play these
tunes exclusively. They are important regional tunes.
A lot of people think these tunes are beginner's tunes. Well as Doc
knows, and I now know, the reason we learn these tunes is because they
are traditional tunes. So in learning these tunes from Doc I was well
equipped to play with the musicians at numerous fiddler's conventions in
North Carolina and Virginia. Doc helped keep the traditional tunes alive
in the north country and for that I am thankful. Thanks Doc!
wolf
