Author: clarinetguy ★2017
Date: 2011-09-22 13:42
I have to admit that for a long time, I was unfamiliar with Acker Bilk. I once had a co worker, a bit older than I, who loved Stranger on the Shore. This prompted me to buy the sheet music, but I never played it "right" (and I'm still not sure I'm playing it right!) until I heard recordings of Acker Bilk many years later.
Sad to say, but Acker Bilk is almost unknown among my acquaintances. I think he once had a following in the U.S., but it's probably accurate to say that he's almost forgotten in the U.S. nowadays. Still, when I listen to his recordings, I find something charming about his playing. He plays with sincerity, and
he seems to love what he's doing.
Beejay, thanks for posting the link. There is something rather quaint or old-fashioned about it--but I love it!
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