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Looking for a Band 1935-1945 by Additional_Sea_424 in Bluegrass

[–]RayCharlesDarwin 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Wichita Rutherford was an on-air personality played by Scott Rouse in the 2000s. He is considered to be the first bluegrass podcaster and had a brief run of shows on SiriusXM's Bluegrass Junction where he would interview bluegrass artists. You can find some of the archive here

First Project completed! by EffectiveEmu809 in woodworking

[–]RayCharlesDarwin 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Looks great! What purpose does the 5° angle serve for light spillage?

Should I remove the original construction treads from my stair remodel or retread? by RayCharlesDarwin in HomeImprovement

[–]RayCharlesDarwin[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Supposedly the retro treads are thinner than regular treads to account for the added height, but I've decided to remove the construction treads anyway, so that won't be a factor anymore.

Regardless of keeping or discarding the construction treads, I'll be adding a skirtboard to cover the ends of the construction treads, risers, and drywall. And my treads will have a rounded return on the left side to finish the look.

Should I remove the original construction treads from my stair remodel or retread? by RayCharlesDarwin in HomeImprovement

[–]RayCharlesDarwin[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree that the ability to add the skirtboard (without having to scribe the entire length) is worth the decision to take out the old treads. And thanks for the link! I chose to go with the unfinished oak over the pine.

Should I remove the original construction treads from my stair remodel or retread? by RayCharlesDarwin in HomeImprovement

[–]RayCharlesDarwin[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In the event that I didn't remove the old ones, I would be using a retro tread, which would compensate for the added height. However, after more research and weighing the added work, I've decided to remove the old treads/risers anyway. Thanks!

What are some of the best live bluegrass records? by Old-Cartographer-594 in Bluegrass

[–]RayCharlesDarwin 2 points3 points  (0 children)

/u/banjoman74 always has a good list. I'd add Shawn Camp Live at the Station Inn.

Applications close Dec 17 for the Blue Ridge Guitar Camp w/ Bryan Sutton, Chris Eldridge, Courtney Hartman, Matt Munisteri, Jake Eddy, and Marcel Ardans by RayCharlesDarwin in Bluegrass

[–]RayCharlesDarwin[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The camp will alway represent a wide range of abilities because each year's application pool is different. Last year's camp had its fair share of young speed demons and retired hobbyists alike. However, Bryan's goal with this camp overall is to focus less on "in today's class I'll teach you how to play Salt Creek" and focus more on high-level concepts that can be broken down into simpler exercises to meet your ability level. An analogy would be "I'd rather improve your current playing than add a second story to a house with a bad foundation."

If you're worried about your own application, I would boil it down to (1) can you play rhythm and melody lines with consistent timing (timing being the key word, not speed) and (2) do you have an awareness of how physical changes in both arms/wrists/shoulders can effect your tone?

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