Welcome to mudcat

And, of course, welcome to the wonderful world of folk! ((Part of Show Biz - but that's a good thing) CF Other thread)

It's all brill, but don't stop at shantys (shanties?) there's so much. Not that I'm putting shanties (shantys?) down!

Is it New York State you're in, or New York City - I know it's obvious to Americans, but not me - Because I've found three bands doing instrumental stuff that is truly marvelous.

They all play Contra Dances, but music is music, and I don't mean to do down Contra Dances - I really can't dance, so that part doesn't get me!

Keep your eyes open for:

Wild Asparagus, Airdance and Nightingale.

All three are bands from that vague area that i can recommend from three thousand miles away!

There's so much out there to enjoy, go for it!

Cheers,

QTWF

PS Pirates of The Caribbean is a wonderful film (It's folky connections are merely a bonus!) Johnny Depp's portrayal of Keith Richard as Pirate is a work of genius!