Programs Available:
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TIME WAS
string band has a program to fit your traditional musical needs.
A sound system, with inconspicuous microphones, is available
for large groups or areas. All of our music is in the public
domain and our own arrangements, so there is no need to worry
about ASCAP or BMI fees. |
| Traditional Sampler: |
A mix of fiddle tunes, funny songs, and serious
ballads that America has grown with; featuring songs from the
1700's, 1800’s and early 1900’s. |
| Texas History in Song: |
Songs written by, for and about Texas and Texans.
This program features songs commemorating events and everyday
life in Texas’ history, with a few cowboy songs thrown in
for good measure. |
| Civil War Favorites: |
Favorite songs from both sides of the “War
Between the States.” This program can be tailored to favor
either side, depending on your preferences. |
| Balls & Dances: |
From the waltz to the Virginia Reel, music to
move your feet by. We can call and teach period dances from the
1800’s. Fun for all ages. |
| Music of the West: |
A pleasing blend of songs for the cowboy and
railroad worker, along with comic songs and a few foot stompin’
fiddle tunes for good measure. |
| Gospel Music: |
A mix of favorite hymns, Shaker tunes, and of
course good old fashioned camp meeting songs. |
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Workshops: |
Instrument specific workshops on hammer and mountain
dulcimer, banjo and others. Repertoire and dance workshops. |
| Weird World of Wacky Instruments: |
A demonstration and brief history of unusual
musical instruments from different countries, and a look at Folk
Music through the years. Included for kids of all ages, is the
play-along “Kitchen Instruments Band.” |
