Russ, I love these little insights into such an important part of our American culture. I'm also glad that there are people like you around to tell these stories, and in so doing, to document at least a part of our cultural heritage. It's the collage of stories like the one above that paint the "big" picture. I think people like Winton Marsalis (and others who care about the detailed and intimate history of "the music") would love you. Sure wish that your knowledge of Kentuckys musical past could be more formally documented (hint, hint).

Good wishes,

chas