Sun. 9:15 am adult Guitar - Very Beginner "Guitar for the total beginner"
The very basics of guitar accompaniment. Workshop is
designed for those who are interested in learning how to play
a guitar. You do not even have to know which end to hold.
Sun. 11:00 kids Guitar - ALL "Kid's Concert"
Ray will tell stories and play his famous guitar for kids. Kids
will
be encouraged to participate with Ray with their own storytelling.
Ray Frank has been actively making music
for more than 50 years. An eclectic musician, his playing is based on
an abiding love for
traditional music from around the world.
Ray grew up in New York City where he
studied classic guitar, banjo,
mandolin, bass and percussion. He got his first Autoharp (which he still
has) while in high school after falling in love with the music of the
Carter Family. It was Ray’s devotion and passion from the Carter
Family that inspired the 3rd California Autoharp Gathering’s tribute
to the Carter Family.
Now, he performs, records, arranges,
produces and teaches music and is in great demand as an accompanist.
He also is an instrument maker.
Ray's American Old-Time music duo named
“Stump Tail Dog” has recently released its second recording.
He is also involved in numerous recording projects, concert productions
and is on the board of the San Francisco Folk Music's annual Camp Harmony
Musical Gathering.
Ray has become a crowd favorite here
at the California Autoharp Gathering. We truly welcome back his warm
and friendly personality, his appreciation for old-time music, his outstanding
workshops and his dynamic guitar playing. This will be Ray’s fourth
visit to our festival.
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