The music isn't elitist, but I sure am....and am not.

When I'm with a group of folks just singin' for fun, and the music is general, I'm extremely inclusive, and try to be as helpful as possible. I always remember that "Pete Seeger taught the world to sing."

When I'm listening to old-time country or Bluegrass (or participating) I want to hear it done right, and that means that the participants should KNOW what's appropriate (from substantial investment in the music) or just sit and listen. I'm a very experienced musician but I would NEVER inflict myself on an Irish tune session....simply because I don't know the music from the "inside". I'm happy to listen and learn.

Great line from (I believe) Utah Phillips: Pete Seeger taught the world how to sing.....and we'll never forgive him for it"!!

Cheers

Rick