...We have been together for about 15 years. In order to stay together for that long and still have fun I'd have to say we are not simply a musical group but a circle of true friends. A combined interest in history and music is what brought us together. Hopefully we have found a way to preserve part of that history through music.

  ...When the fiddle, dulcimer, guitar and bass kick in, toes start tapping and we go back in time to another era. A time where a dance was high entertainment whether it was a grand ball or a barn dance! Heather is a wonderful instructor and in just a little while has everyone feeling comfortable enough to give it a try! We usually start out with a Grand March which is a way for everyone to be introduced to each other. This is followed by waltzes, reels, patty-cake polkas, and the Carolina promenade. These are lovely graceful dances and so much fun to participate in.

     ...Always after the last waltz we call everyone up to sing along on some of the very favorite songs of the era. This ends the evening on a high note and leaves everyone looking forward to the next time!

    ...Now when you think of a band on the road you probably don't think of living in a tent for the weekend but that's where we are quite often. And it's a BIG canvas tent and takes an hour or so to just get it set up! No modern amenities are to be visible..in essence it's just like 1860. You just know we have to be tough to handle it! Dave's claim to fame in life is his ability to complain about any and every little thing and to do so in the most humorous way possible. Even in the most adverse conditions we are laughing. We have a rather nice set up. Some call it 'Tent, Sweet, Tent.'  The best part of the weekend is having friends visit and hang out with us. The re-enactors are like family and after hours is often when the music is most relaxed and best.

          ...The music has brought us so many great memories.  Over the years we've had a lot of changes but the one thing that remains the same is .......we still have fun doing what we do!  "Some" of us complain a little more about setting up the tent, or long roadtrips. But the fact remains, when the time comes to load up we still look forward to the trip. I don't know that our neighbors in Sutler Row look forward to hearing us pull up in the wee small hours with all the hammering, and noise and Dave loudly singing ''At the Copa", but we haven't been banned yet and that's always a plus.

   ...We have developed a 'serious' fan base and we love hearing from all our friends, getting messages on our forum and also on myspace. One thing that we all take pride in is the fact that a lot of young musicians have taken a liking to us! Watching these kids grow and learn has been a wonderful experience for us all. You know our line has always been 'Keeping the Memories Alive', and having all these kids interested is the way to assure that this music will continue to be enjoyed both by the players and listeners! Thanks Jessa Hawthorne, Luke Weathington,Josh Hixon, Brandon Maderis, Nolan,Jasmine, Erin Jane, Chad, Taylor and so many others I can't even name them all!