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09 Dec 05 - 03:08 PM (#1623797) Subject: Fiddle about? From: closet-folkie I was wondering if there's anyone interested in collaborating musically on a recording project.Specifically, I have a song in the works for my next CD that is about as close as I get to a traditional-sounding folk song, and I'd love to have a little accompaniment on it--preferably fiddle and/or uillean pipes. So, I'd need someone with access to digital recording, so that they can record a WAV file of their part and mail it to me, so I can import it into my recorder. I recently went and had a listen to the Lincolnshire-based band Cara, after reading of them on the forum, and they're the sort of players I'd love to hook up with. I liked what I heard, a lot, and it started me thinking how great it would be to record a song over here in the US and have someone from my home county add a little local flavour to it. It would be a lovely way of reconnecting with my roots and all that. All apologies if I sound a little sappy here; the bottom line is, I am a bit of a sentimetal sod when it comes to England. I've been away for over twenty years now and I do seem to be writing more about the old girl these days. Like many of us, I suspect, I'm on a shoestring budget so I can't afford to pay for session players, so it's a little awkward to solicit such quality musicians for a pittance. Ideally I'd like to be able to contribute something musical in return, but I may be able to swing a little cash, if not. (I'll check with the missus!) Admittedly, my music is generally closer to folky-pop rather than the more trad. approach, but such a juxtaposition might make for an interesting musical spark or two. If any interested parties want to have a listen to samples (to see if I can at least sing in tune!), they can check the link below(the folkiest of the bunch would probably be "The Golden Age Of Steam" or "England's Green") I hope I'm not transgressing any unwritten rules/protocol etc, with this post; just thought I'd ask. Thanks for your time. Cheers to all, Steve R. Steve Robinson . |
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09 Dec 05 - 03:15 PM (#1623809) Subject: RE: Fiddle about? From: Pauline L I'd love to help if I could, but I have neither the technical equipment nor any spending money. I'm sure some other Mudcatter will be able to help you. |
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09 Dec 05 - 06:07 PM (#1623937) Subject: RE: Fiddle about? From: swingfiddle Sounds like fun. I have played violin/fiddle for more than 40 years in a variety of styles and venues. I am semi retired ( still work in broadcasting). I have the equipment necessary to record and send tracks. I listened to your work on your website and like the sound. Let's collaborate. Lonnie |
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09 Dec 05 - 09:20 PM (#1624071) Subject: RE: Fiddle about? From: Leadfingers If you like what Cara do , why not send a PM to Oaklet ?? He is Cara's fiddle player , and a Mudcat member ! |
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10 Dec 05 - 12:53 PM (#1624442) Subject: RE: Fiddle about? From: Nigel Parsons I thought this thread was going to be about "The Who"'s rock opera "Tommy": "I'm Your wicked Uncle Ernie I'm glad you can't see or hear me As I fiddle about..." Nigel |
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26 Dec 05 - 02:36 PM (#1635052) Subject: RE: Fiddle about? From: closet-folkie I'm just giving this one a bump for swingfiddle. Just wondered if you ever received my message? Happy New One! Steve R. |
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26 Dec 05 - 08:14 PM (#1635175) Subject: RE: Fiddle about? From: Liz the Squeak Oh dear Nigel.. that's what I thought too... now I'm going to have to go find the record and put it on. LTS |