My sister is a fine fiddler and a good rhythm guitar player. We have tried to do some stuff together. I am just beginning to figure out that we are just not that compatible. With fiddle she is a traditional 'old time fiddle' nazi, and is careful to NOT listen much to fiddlers who play in a style that might unconsciously effect her Trad. Appalachian style. Musically we just don't speak the same language. I am really excited at Pauline's invitation because I often 'hear' the interplay of my voice and a fiddle or viola when I sing. But Sis doesn't 'do' that.

Or I listen to a really good guitarist interpret a song with guitar that really resonates with how I interpret the song emotionally, or who has a sound and a style of playing that I think my own voice and interpretation would complement. BUT. BIG BUT. I am aware that my musicianship is not equal to their's and so am afraid to ask.

Janie