Comment by marc dalmasso on December 24, 2011 at 15:09

By the great Joe Morley ; played on my CE prof but  a  lil’ distracted by the Santa Claus

behind me ;

would appreciate to have an explanation  ‘bout the tittle

What does it means exactly ?

Merry Christmas  to all

Comment by Trapdoor2 on December 24, 2011 at 18:03

"Dandies" were a 19C cult of people obsessed with dressing themselves up in the most fashionable clothing, living a life of leisure, etc. Eventually it became anyone who dressed in the highest style of the period and then especially pointed towards those who dressed up beyond their means/station.

The title is meant to be funny. What a great tune though. Well done, Marc!

Comment by Russ Chandler on December 24, 2011 at 18:46

You've got a lovely swing in your playing.

Comment by Jody Stecher on December 24, 2011 at 23:09

"Darktown" signifies the neighborhood inhabited by those of African descent. The title might be intended to conjure up images of dark complected and elaborately dressed competitors at a cake walk, doing astounding steps to this very tune in hopes of winning un gâteau  and fame & glory. 

Comment by Alan Sims on December 26, 2011 at 15:06

nice playing santa looks like he  is enjoying it does anybody know if mr Morley played Lambeth walk i can imagine it would of suited his stye

Comment by thereallyniceman on December 26, 2011 at 17:49

Great playing again Marc.  I hope that the real  Santa brings the little man his own banjo for Christmas!

Ian

Comment by marc dalmasso on December 26, 2011 at 20:34

Tx guys , I remember now these explanations ' bout the word " dandies " , dandy ? by my English teacher but it was a long time ago ; yes , i already have a 9 ' pony Bj for him but it will be for next year ; right now , he learn piano & solfége ( was on the piano -chair just behind me waiting for his lesson ;..)

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