Remember Me? Results 1 to 7 of 7. Thread: A simple, straightforward question Thread Tools Show Printable Version. Jul, pm 1. A simple, straightforward question My family has been attending the annual rendezvous at Fort des Chartres in Illinois for about 25 years, but we have had to miss the last few due to being out of the area when it is held. So, I have not had a chance to ask one of the participants about the music that is played since I have gotten back into playing music.
Does anyone know what the type of music is called that is played at these events - not the military groups but the French Colonial jigs and reels as best as I can describe it? And, I assume that this type of music would be available in sheet music form somewhere in computerland? I can't google stuff if I don't know what it is called, so I would appreciate any assistance. Jul, am 2. Re: A simple, straightforward question For wooden musical fun that doesn't involve strumming, check out: www.
The following members say thank you to Paul Busman for this post: Ellen T. Jul, am 3. Check out Quebecois music Both traditions draw heavily from old french colonial music. I do believe you should be able to find a good bit of printed sheet music. The following members say thank you to Capt. E for this post: Ellen T. Jul, pm 4. Thank you so much! And a big DUH for me for not thinking Cajun. Jul, pm 5.
One of the sites dealing with the rendezvous had the following: "For more information call , email ftdchart htc. This event probably covers from to , so there will be a wide variety of musical styles and origins represented.
The following members say thank you to David Rambo for this post: Ellen T. Jul, pm 6. Wonderful stuff. I came to this thread after putting down my mandolin working on a Quebecois medley. Good timing. It's a commitment to do the work, strive for concentration, get strategic about advancing by steps, and push patiently forward toward the goal. The following members say thank you to Ryk Loske for this post: Ellen T. Jul, pm 7.
