In the spring of 1979, the University of Kentucky Choristers began an annual reactment of a Shaker worship service at the Shaker village at Pleasant Hill, Kentucky. I was blessedContinue readingShaker Hymn, Simple Gifts
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Paul and Silas Bound in Jail
I recorded this bluegrass gospel standard for the online worship service (July 24, 2011) of DisciplesNet Church. The history of the song is unclear to me, but I’m using most ofContinue readingPaul and Silas Bound in Jail
I’ll See You in My Dreams
This was recorded during the finals of the National Thumbpicking Guitar Contest at Mountain View, Ark., on May 12, 2012. The contest is part of Thumbpicking Weekend, an annual tributeContinue readingI’ll See You in My Dreams
Rest in Peace, Mr. Watson
It’s a sad time as I start to write, having just read the news that one of my all-time guitar heroes, Doc Watson, has died. Like many of my generation,Continue readingRest in Peace, Mr. Watson
National Thumbpicking Guitar Champion
Then the emcee said, “The winner of the 2012 National Thumbpicking Guitar Contest comes from Greenwood, Indiana.” With that introduction he called my name as this year’s national thumbpicking champion. … Continue readingNational Thumbpicking Guitar Champion
My Old Kentucky Home
You know who writes a good song? Stephen Foster does, and My Old Kentucky Home is my favorite of Mr. Foster’s tunes. I typically combine this with Back Home AgainContinue readingMy Old Kentucky Home
Just How I Feel About It
My love for Kentucky basketball does not translate into disdain for Louisville. … Continue readingJust How I Feel About It
Five Foot Two
Five Foot Two, also known as Has Anybody Seen My Gal?, was a popular song of the 1920s that has stood the test of time. It’s been recorded and performedContinue readingFive Foot Two
March Madness: Go Big Blue!
Kentucky born and raised, I grew up a fan of the Kentucky Wildcats. I remember back as far as when Ronnie Lyons graduated from Mason County High School and wentContinue readingMarch Madness: Go Big Blue!
Being Overheard
As a fire crackled in the fireplace, a woman across from me was busy crocheting a baby blanket. Not far away a game of bridge was in full swing. AnotherContinue readingBeing Overheard