Dear Dick, Were it not that I perceive your post as being "Tongue in cheek".....I would, perhaps, take exception.... I would indeed suggest that although the grass may not have branches....."bluegrass" has branches beyoond most peoples comprehension......And, may I add, what is lacking in "branches".....it makes up for in fervent "roots".

As I will concede that "Folk" came first.......Much of what many perceive as "folk" came considerably later......But I would consider "Bluegrass" as being a purist form only contained within regional boundaies......And certain time constraints......

To the absolute purist...I am quite sure it would be a matter of issue.......In which case, I would wonder whether or not it was proper to play folk songs on......Say a Martin Guitar.....??????

Awwww forgive my "idle ramblings"...I was just thinking out loud......"my mind tends to wander...it just never seems to get very far"...!!!