1. How and when did you first hear Wayfaring Stranger?

My mother collected old 78 records from thrift shops and auction barns. I first heard it off one of them about 1963.

2. How did you learn it?

I learned it by listening to the 78 and memorizing it.

3. When did you first perform/record it?

I used to sing it while washing dishes, starting c. 1963. Now I play it on my dulcimer. And I still sing it once in a while.

4. Why did you choose to perform/record it?

I liked the melody, and the words are acceptable.

5. Where did you source your lyrics from?

From the unknown 78 record.