In a couple of threads, we have had folks indicate that they didn't want to be accused of self promotion. My intent in this thread is for 'Catters to tell us about their bands/acts/ and talents. Whatever you feel like saying..I will start.

I play in a band called the Conklin Ceili Band. The name is something of a misnomer as we play a lot more than ceili music. There are five of us in the band and between us we play the following: 6 string guitar, 12 string guitar, Irish bouzouki, mandolin, bodhran, fiddle, banjo, hammered dulcimer, 48 button concertina, bass and accordian. I sing the majority of the vocals, there is another singer who sings a considerable number of songs, and then the others fill one in here and there.

Our mandolin/bouzouki player is truly gifted as is the hammered dulcimer player. Mike and I sing very well together and put some great harmonies out. I am basically a fair rhythm player. I continue to perfect fingerstyle and flat picking techniques. I have a great sense of time. The members of our band play very well as an ensemble. We generally pack 'em in wherever we play. We play mostly in Michigan, with several gigs in the Northern Indiana/ Northern Ohio area.

Let's hear about your music.

Mick