In this session we’ll learn about the categorical distinctions which set Old-Time tunes apart from their cousins in Bluegrass, ‘claw-grass’ and other genres of folk music. We’ll learn about the important figures in the music; seminal figures like John Salyer, Tommy Jarrell and Ed Haley and contemporary keepers of the tradition like Earl White and Bruce Molsky, who is teaching at Traditions Weeks!. Most importantly, we’ll dive into these tunes on the mandolin! We’ll learn both ‘straight’ and ‘crooked’ tunes, how to best accompany them and perhaps a harmony line or two along the way. The goal by the end of the week is to give you a good collection of these tunes to enjoy and play with friends!

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