Jim

Let me tell you a little story about Mr Acadian maker. A few weeks ago Jamey Hall was in town with his daughter, she going to a kids music camp. He already told about it. I was invited to go on a field trip with them, one of the stops being Mr Acadian accordion makers shop. There were about 15 to 20 kids in the group all players of musical instruments. Mr Acadian gave a long talk about accordions and building and such it was very informative. At the end one of the kids asked if he would play something for us. His answer and I quote "NO I DONT FEEL LIKE IT NOW!!!" What the hell kinda ****tt is that, he makes friggin accordions and he should have jumped at the chance to show the kids how he plays. Hell they were all in musical camp afterall. Thats my point about Martin being willing to show off his instrument. Martin hosts bus tours to his shop and the family all gets together and plays a few songs its a business, impress the public so they will buy. Is Mr Acadian that well off he doesnt have to bend over a bit to impress??

ps Jim I love your version of the Cherokee Waltz is there any chance you can tab that out for me so I can add that version to my book? I do play my MARTIN everyday I will not ever be as good as you but I am getting better at it each day.