I got started making music when I was a kid, and I learned to play by wandering around learning what I could from everybody I met.

I never forgot the people who taught me how to play, and I have dedicated myself to continue that tradition of sharing and goodwill.

To me, the Internet is just another step in the folk process. We're still sharing music on the front porch - but now that front porch is shared by people around the world.

I have written four books:

I also have produced a series of DVD workshops.

My YouTube channel is loaded with banjo and guitar workshops.

My blog, Tangier Sound, is updated regularly with free workshops.