You Heard Me!

The world lost a great musician and innovator today. Sadly, Les Paul has passed away at the age of 94. A self-taught guitar player and electronics wizard, he developed and revolutionized the world of music. His invention of the solid body guitar, and the development of multi-track recording has influenced musicians the world over.  In fact, many young guitar players today,  may have no idea that their guitar has got Les Paul written all over it.  This wonderful man will be missed.

A couple of month's ago, I discovered Ollie playing violin and guitar with his awesome Volvo tractor.  Many of you may recall taking music lessons and using the oppressive metronome.  The metronome, for those who've never heard of one, helps a musician to practice and keep time. This often leaves little room for overt expression, however, it comforts those whose cultures (like mine) demand adherence to precise time-keeping and offers assurance by its restraints.  Ollie, who is of the Swedish persuasion, has an Osh B'Gosh® ability to play synchronized duets with his farm equipment.  Please... to listen to... the fantastic Mr. Ollie all the way through his video. He starts cookin' after the second set and finishes with a pulsating flourish! I may get my husband to restore our Cat DII so that I can have someone to play with!