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At 10:01am on April 9, 2012, Wade said…: Hey Bear,

I was wondering, did you use steel strings or nylon on that banjo with the wooden tuning pegs. I was thinking of using zither pins for the tuners, but wasnt sure if the tension would be too great on the wood pegs or zithers.

Thanks,

Wade

At 4:41pm on March 29, 2012, Michael P Barclay said…: No I don't know Ted but the farm is close to Tallahassee, I'll look him up at some time.

As far as the foundry goes I get my biggest kicks out of having more control over the project's process. You know like making my own sweaters and hats from my own sheep or making my own instruments with trees that fell in my backyard. I've learned that there is some pretty good clay on the farm, it's iron rich so I'll have clay for my potters wheel and iron for making knives, this is the kind of goofy stuff I live for. It's possible I may never get all the thing done that I hope to but the potential will keep be going for a few more years "o)

At 6:07am on March 28, 2012, Michael P Barclay said…: Thank's Bear, and for the heads up about this place too. It looks like the farm may be within one to two hundred miles of Ted Crocker, with all the music going on up in north Florida I'm sure the opportunity will present itself.

I'll get those pictures up, as well as sound files and videos.

With all the metal working tools, the forge and anvil and the foundry we are planning on building I hope to be able to come up with some unique parts in the next year or so. 93 days to go "o)

At 1:06pm on March 27, 2012, Michael P Barclay said…: Hey buddy, looks like I've been assimilated "o) Came across Mike Lowe and Ted Crocker and have been inspired, even bought a few cool parts.

Mike aka hushnel

At 10:12pm on February 6, 2012, neanderpaul said…: That is so cool! I knew because I feel music. And you accurately portrayed that feeling! You apparently feel music too! I can't read a lick. I'm 100% self taught. I am music. Your song truly moves me. Happy anniversary lovebirds! :)

At 7:10pm on February 6, 2012, neanderpaul said…: I just heard your "Sunday drive with Katy" on Silent Jim's page. Man, here is what I wrote when I thought it was his song...

I came here to respond to your comment on my wall with thanks etc, etc, but I was completely distracted by your most charming song "Sunday drive with Katy". I mean it is lovely, delightful, like a mature deep love. Consider me moved.

At 12:56pm on December 24, 2011, Cecil Treadway said…: Hey Todd: Just sitting here in my office listening to your music. It's Christmas eve day and your mother found the photo of you and Santa Claus - It seems that you are looking like Santa now - but I like it. Hope you an Katy have a great Christmas.

Dad

At 11:57am on December 17, 2011, Loco said…: love your music Bear...your a great composer

At 7:18am on December 1, 2011, darren brown said…: thanks for the comment on mogans vid .

At 7:52am on November 22, 2011, Uncle John said…: Hi Todd,

Listened to your cd again. Wonderful stuff. I see that you are also a Night Owl fan, as am I. Happy holidays.

John

At 1:58am on October 18, 2011, Jez Longshanks Walker said…: O.k. it's not the first time i've heard the Jagger thing, can't dance like that tho, i'd put me back out!

At 1:49pm on October 17, 2011, Jez Longshanks Walker said…: Ha ha, Thanks Bear! but John Hammond?

At 12:41am on September 17, 2011, Retro Grouch said…: Yep Pub. I think one of it's previous incarnation was a tavern. Wolf Tongue Tavern? Like most places, in a small town, the name gets shortened. 1st St.

About one Saturday a month Blue Owl Books has a Tacos & Tunes night. Local acoustic talent. Worth checking out if you're in the are.

At 9:14pm on September 16, 2011, Retro Grouch said…: Go figure. I thought I was getting into something a little unique in these parts.

The PI just got some new owners who are into music in a big way. I'd check the FB page of website. Personally, I'm a 1st St Tavern fan.

At 2:54pm on September 16, 2011, Retro Grouch said…: Thanks Bear! No snow yet but fall is making itself known. I didn't know there was a CO board until last night. How could I resist? :)

RG

At 9:25pm on August 26, 2011, Chester Winowiecki said…: Todd,

Well, this "subject" thinks your stuff is better, so there!

The pie pans make great banjo like reso instruments...just hunt the local resale shops. I like to use an 8" pan for the top and a 9" pan for the back that way they have a open edge like a resonator banjo. Let me know if you need any pointers.

There are a lot of kits for amps out there, but if you want to build one from scratch, the Ruby (from runoffgroove.com) is a great simple amp that is prefect as a practice amp. Again, I'd be glad to help, just ask.

Chester

At 11:07pm on August 25, 2011, Chester Winowiecki said…: Wow! Love your stuff, Todd! Thanks for the compliment on my work: it means a lot more when it comes from someone who's better than you are!

Chester

At 12:02pm on August 6, 2011, JP Swenson said…: Thanks bear, but looks to me like you are a true luthier and fine craftsman!

At 3:24am on August 6, 2011, Mark Lillo said…: Bear, your music is amazing. I just listened to the 14 songs you have here and loved them all. Great Job! And your instruments are mighty fine looking also.