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Mighty fine for someone who's never played a concertina before!
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Concertinas At Sea: A History Of A Nautical Icon
Animaterra replied to Dan Worrall's topic in General Concertina Discussion
Great site, Dan! I look forward to perusing it at my leisure! -
Northeast Concertina Workshop 2008
Animaterra replied to Richard Morse's topic in Teaching and Learning
Alas, it looks as though I may not make it this year- and here I was looking forward to introducing you all to my new Main Squeeze! But he and I will be following the Jack in the Green morris men wherever they may lead us, and I'm fairly certain that's the day they need us. And I'll tell y'all later what he and I have planned that's going to keep us from this year's NESI... -
English International Lineup
Animaterra replied to Alan Day's topic in General Concertina Discussion
Wow, Al, this sounds fantastic! I know some of the players and can assure any remaining doubters that this is likely to be a "must have" collection. I can't wait! -
What a dynamic duo! Thanks for the photo, Jim!
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Aaagh! I've Gone Over To The Dark Side!
Animaterra replied to Animaterra's topic in General Concertina Discussion
Well, actually, that must be a photo taken in the mirror! Although I am indeed a leftie, I have been playing the thing in the traditional manner. And I must confess, I'm having fun! Between my struggles with concertina and piano, this seems to draw on my strengths with each. Peut-ĂȘtre plus tard, Mark! For now, it's mostly simple contra dance and morris melodies in s-l-o-w m-o. Laissez-les bon temps rouller! -
I've Been Cheating On My Concertina.
Animaterra replied to polkabeast's topic in General Concertina Discussion
Congratulations, polkabeast! I have to say I don't think your infidelity is as nefarious as mine: -
It's adorable! I've never used this one, but I had a 30-key C/G Marcus for awhile that was a sweet little instrument. Marcus is a good maker.
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Hi, Helen! Welcome back! Me, I'm mostly lurking these days. Busy, busy, busy. I'm not sure I remember my first time playing in public. It must have been the Harrisville Morris Women's season of 2004...
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January Tune Of The Month
Animaterra replied to Jody Kruskal's topic in General Concertina Discussion
I like it, Jody! A tune name isn't springing to mind, though... -
Good for you! My first was Silent Night, just 4 years ago. Took me this long to play at my first contra dance on Boxing Day this year- still mostly chords and backup, but it still thrilled me!
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Obi's 3rd Annual Ring In New Year's Day Muisc Party
Animaterra replied to Mark Evans's topic in General Concertina Discussion
What a wonderful event! It sounds just lovely! Happy new year, everyone! (Great to see you here, Henk!) -
A joyful season to you all! I'm having one of the happiest ever
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Anglo: Song Accompaniment Tips & Tricks
Animaterra replied to meltzer's topic in Teaching and Learning
I find that much of the anglo song accompaniment I do creates harmonic voices much the way I arrange choral music- rather than octaves or "boom-chick" chords, I have my fingers sing along in thirds, fifths, etc., with little diddly bits at ends of phrases, or over long-held notes in the melody. It's still very much a work in progress, but I mostly subscribe to the K.I.S.S. principle... -
Wow- what a guy! His book got me started on anglo and I was sorry to hear he had moved on- but now I can see why! I recently saw Tango Buenos Aires perform, and could barely watch the dancers, I couldn't take my eyes off the bandoneon! Not for me, but more power to Bertram. Thanks for the link, Jim!
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Little Debbie's Anglo Playing Snowman
Animaterra replied to asdormire's topic in General Concertina Discussion
Eeek! I never thought I'd support Little Debbie, but I might have to make an exception! -
Jody, that is just adorable! She looks just like one of my students!!
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Those are wonderful, Brian!
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I discovered lovely Lisdoonvarna this past July. Wish I could be there now! Best wishes on the launch!
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David, that looks truly temptingly wonderful! What, no bunnies?? I hope your trip is being wonderful as well!
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Juliette Daum I Posted 3 New Videos On Youtube
Animaterra replied to squeezora's topic in General Concertina Discussion
Yes, very lovely! And not to contradict you, Al, but I quite like the reverb! Allison -
A friend pointed me to this site: http://www.catfeather.com/listening_room Listen to the song: Hexagon Zombies. No concertina is playing on the recording as far as I can tell, but the song is all about our favorite topic!
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Finally... My October Tune Of The Month Entry
Animaterra replied to Jody Kruskal's topic in General Concertina Discussion
These are great fun! Allison -
John Stone's Chronicles, Continued...
Animaterra replied to Mark Evans's topic in General Concertina Discussion
Lovely, Mark! Wish I could get down there sometime!