25 November 2010

Why Old Time? and other delights

Thanks again to Sharon Loughrin, who writes:

I thought I'd draw your attention to a great new DVD we're enjoying: Why Old Time? You may already have it; if not, I highly recommend you put it on your Santa list and behave yourself for the next few weeks! It explores the popularity of Old Time music in the present day and has great footage of various old time festivals along with interviews with David Holt, the Carolina Chocolate Drops, Mike Seeger among others. I got my copy from Elderly Instruments, but I've since discovered that the Why Old Time? website has a good price deal on it. This website also has a lot of info about the DVD - the production notes link is especially interesting.

This may be of interest to fellow blog readers; it would be great to see some feedback on the blog about what other readers think of this DVD, or what others have enjoyed watching or listening to.

BIB editor's note: We look forward to receiving any similar feedback. By the way, if you're getting Why Old Time? from the makers, they have an even better deal on it with The Henry Reed legacy; the offer is open till 1 December.

And we personally recommend
Awake, my soul: the story of the Sacred Harp, which the BIB mentioned six months ago. Unfortunately, the website no longer allows you to buy it direct, but your favourite supplier should be able to get it. As the movie amply demonstrates, this is life-changing music.

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