Tag Archives: mandolin

Water Off The Back Of A Duck

Posted on July 2, 2014 by georgeireton

In Bluegrass music there are many songs where the only instruments played are guitar and mandolin. Many times this was heard in gospel tunes. I totally enjoy hearing a full band including fiddle, banjo, bass and dobro, but once in … Continue reading →

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Friends Through It All

Posted on August 18, 2011 by georgeireton

Last weekend I had the pleasure of driving down to Los Molinos to the home of our longtime friend and bluegrass pal Jim Genaw.  Jim is like the ultimate Great Outdoorsman and Wild Game Cook Master!  He hunts or fishes … Continue reading →

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The Value of a Nap!

Posted on May 13, 2011 by georgeireton

This spring it was my joy to accompany about 20 other bluegrass pickers at the annual Wildflower Festival held up by beautiful Lake Shasta every spring.  After a good breakfast about mid-morning it is advisable to get a little rest … Continue reading →

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