"I tried to do some digging and found one source that claimed that the D-## recordings on Homochord was used for masters contracted from the Gramophone Company. Interestingly, I found that the D recordings originally were used to issue Zonophone…"

"I heard it on a podcast (Picky Fingers) as well, so it may have been the same one. That would make sense if he was picking up on that."

"To add on to Joel's comment: in the "My Life and Times" section of the Earl Scruggs book he mentions that he wanted to play a three finger style, but he learned two-finger style first and claims that he "accidentally"…"

"This is the first piece of his I've been exposed to, but I quite like it. I'll certainly be keeping an eye out for more of his pieces. Any recommendations?"

"Cupid's Victory, a waltz by A.J. Weidt. It's not the most complicated piece, but I'm also not the most advanced player. But it certainly sounds nice and has been a good one piece to focus on rhythm, dynamics, and tempo. "

"Very cool! I love the detail "guaranteed to tune to D" on the 4th string. What a gorgeous instrument--hopefully we get to hear you play it?  (PS your Bradbury recordings have been a huge help for me learning this style--thanks for…"