Florida Cracker Programs
Celtic Programs
Holidays and Receptions
Sound Support
Harp Instruction
Listening Room
About Us
I really enjoyed your performance yesterday.
I hope you will come back again!
Kathy Boyes,
Palm Beach County Library System,
April 2006
And we did in 2009 and 2011
Florida History in Song and Story
Florida History in Song and Story
- original songs and selections from favorite Florida artists
- history from 1850s through current day
- family stories and experiences from a 10th generation Floridian
- slide show with photos and lyrics
- we provide lyrics for every chorus and encourage audience participation
Old-Time Songs and Music brought by the Crackers
Down home fun with Billy (guitar) and Marg (harp & banjo) bringing country songs and dance tunes from 1800-1904.
These traditional songs, stories, and fiddle tunes range from the ridiculous to the sublime.
Redwing, Banjo Pickin' Gal, Golden Slippers, Old Joe Clark, and more
And The Arkansas Traveller skit, the most popular show of 1880.
We encourage singing, dancing, and audience participation.
A few details
Programs are approximately one hour in length.
The content is tailored to your event.
Suitable for all ages, content adjusted for the situation.
Sound system provided.
Did you know?
Marg & Bill were awarded
... the Best Ensemble
... at the 2009 Florida Old-Time Music Championships
Bill Messer is well known for his Acoustic Sound Support
Contact Information
Send us a note by email
561-588-4775
Music Samples, Previous Venues
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