“Bernard’s Barn” was almost certainly a Mariner-generated tune, as was “The Festering Fish”, but I would have bet money that the author was Jason Malli! Nice job, Eric!!

Of all the tunes, the one that I personally kept returning to was “Two Pints Past Dizzy.” This melody was simply haunting, and it drew me in (and continues to!) each time I listened to it. Emit’s recording tipped him off as the author early on, but I’d love to know if this is part of a larger collection…maybe a CD of his music?

I heard some of the tunes in a way that suggested an homage to other writers or styles. On one tune, I felt the influence of “Kristen’s Hornpipe.” In another, the drum beating to “Empty Pockets.” One or two felt inspired by some of the more traditional celtic session tunes.

My perceptions may be off, and I mean no disrespect! But this collaboration of ideas…this meeting of artists and creators seems to me to be the continuation of our own “Musical Journey.” We have collectively chosen to share this time together, and to showcase a small part of who we are, both musically and as humans!

Perhaps the greatest prize of all will come from the next round of “tune-smiths” who will listen to our music and draw their inspiration from us!

Congratulations to all!!
Chris Lussier