Rich Bala (vocals, guitar, mountain dulcimer) and Tom White (fiddle, banjo, mandolin, concertina, hammered dulcimer) have been performing together as "The Barefoot Boys" since 1992. They play a diverse mix of mountain ballads, square dance tunes, instrumental medleys, sea songs, irish jigs & reels, and novelty songs. Their name and the name of their first recording both come from an old lumbercamp song, "The Barefoot Boy With Boots On"! Here's what some folks have to say about them and their recording:
"Truly talented performers! I recommend them to anyone who enjoys great music and good times."- Judy McMillan, Richmondtown Concerts, Staten Island, NY
"(Tom & Rich) have created a recording of classic traditional tunes played expertly that may serve as an inspiration to many future players. This music is highly accessible."- SingOut! Magazine, Spring 2001 Issue
"A cheerful blend of bluegrass and old-time music.... tasty arrangements resulting in a much more diverse sound than one might expect from a duo!"- Dirty Linen Magazine, Oct/Nov '01
"A very interesting recording, to say the least! This music is relaxing and crafty, and most of all, authentic!"
- Rhythm & News Magazine, Nov. 2000
Check out the artist's website:
http://www.richbala.com
Track List:
1. Liberty/St. Anne's Reel (Instru.)
2. Shawneetown
3. Squash Hollow/Angeline the Baker (Instru)
4. Sonny's Mazurka/Jimmy Allen (Instru)
5. Travelin' Man
6. Frosty Morn Medley (Instru)
7. Bill Cheatham/The Barefoot Boy With Boots On
8. Cuckoo's Nest/Red Hair Boy (Instru)
9. Waterbound
10. Soldier's Joy/ Ragtime Annie (Instru)
11. Juberju
12. Morpeth Rant/June Apple (Instru)
Suggested CDs:Other Genres:
"Truly talented performers! I recommend them to anyone who enjoys great music and good times."- Judy McMillan, Richmondtown Concerts, Staten Island, NY
"(Tom & Rich) have created a recording of classic traditional tunes played expertly that may serve as an inspiration to many future players. This music is highly accessible."- SingOut! Magazine, Spring 2001 Issue
"A cheerful blend of bluegrass and old-time music.... tasty arrangements resulting in a much more diverse sound than one might expect from a duo!"- Dirty Linen Magazine, Oct/Nov '01
"A very interesting recording, to say the least! This music is relaxing and crafty, and most of all, authentic!"
- Rhythm & News Magazine, Nov. 2000
Check out the artist's website:
http://www.richbala.com
Track List:
1. Liberty/St. Anne's Reel (Instru.)
2. Shawneetown
3. Squash Hollow/Angeline the Baker (Instru)
4. Sonny's Mazurka/Jimmy Allen (Instru)
5. Travelin' Man
6. Frosty Morn Medley (Instru)
7. Bill Cheatham/The Barefoot Boy With Boots On
8. Cuckoo's Nest/Red Hair Boy (Instru)
9. Waterbound
10. Soldier's Joy/ Ragtime Annie (Instru)
11. Juberju
12. Morpeth Rant/June Apple (Instru)
Suggested CDs:Other Genres:
- FOLK: Traditional Folk
- KIDS/FAMILY: Kid Friendly
- TYPE: INSTRUMENTAL