Hi Mudcatters,

For many years now I have been actively engaged in teaching folk music through the playing and singing with guitar, 5-string,mandolin,and related folk instruments.

I would be grateful to know what you are doing in this area.

I have a class now and am discovering new things about it. It's basically an ensemble class with a variety of instruments at various levels.

How do you handle teaching? What goals do you have for your students? How do you see teaching in relationship to the folk process? Do you have a philosophy about it or a "method" that works for you?

Rick, M.Ted, Genie, Mark, Spaw and everyone....love to hear from you on this.

My view, folk music is accessible. If people (students..pickers..etc.) can own it (play it for themselves) then it remains an appreciated means of expression. More support for those who perform it. More support for those who are inclined to study it.

Frank Hamilton