Keeping Tradition

Tracks

Four String Polka

Sample
Album: Keeping Tradition

Liner Notes

This album is a tribute to my family's musical heritage. At least six generations on both sides of my family have been musicians, and the tradition continues. My great-grandfather Charlie Dyer was in the top 8 finalists at the first Canadian Open Old Time Fiddle Contest in Shelburne, Ontario (1951); my mother Carolyn accompanied him on the piano. Forty-two years later, in 1993, she accompanied me on that very stage when I was fortunate enough to win that title for the first time. My father, Merv, has also competed in Shelburne, as have my two sisters - Elizabeth and Kendra, and my brother Bruce. It seemed only appropriate that they should all play on this recording.

My father has led a dance band called Merv Woods and His Orchestra since 1950, and our musical tastes have always reflected a variety of styles. From classical, big band, jazz, and of course the traditional old time waltzes, jigs and reels, there has always been music around our home. This recording is a mixture of the styles of music my family has played for generations. Enjoy!

Musicians

Scott Woods: Fiddle & Drums
Kendra (Woods) Norris: Harmony Fiddle
Mervyn Woods: Fiddle
Bruce Woods: Fiddle
Elizabeth (Woods) Noulty: Fiddle
Carolyn Woods: Piano
Ivan Felker: Acoustic Guitar
Karl Watson: Bass Guitar
Paul Chapman: Acoustic & Electric Guitar
Rob Allen: Bass Guitar
Pee Wee Charles: Pedal Steel
Paul Stouffer: Keyboards
Walter Ostanek: Accordian

Credits

Produced by: Scott Woods
Musical Arrangement by: Scott Woods, SOCAN
Accompanying Arrangements by: Carolyn Woods
Harmony String Arrangements by: Kendra (Woods) Norris
Recorded at: McLeod Music Studios, Fergus, Ontario
Sound Engineers: Scott Woods & Mervyn Woods
Cover Design: McLeod Music Productions
Photography: Harold R. Plue
Executive Producer: Mervyn Woods