Big Bill Broonzy
Performance

Trevor Sneath






This is my first attempt at a video...ever. And I think I'll employ someone next time. This piece came from learning Big Bill Broonzy's 'Stovepipe Stomp', and then asking the question (because Bill's tune has a monotonic bass)...."Hmmmm, I wonder if I can put a moving bass line in there?" And, of course, one thing led to 2, or 3, or 4 other things, and this is the result: I call it Big Bill Broonzy. (there's a nod to Memphis Minnie in there too if you can spot it) The guitar is my MDA70 (tip of the hat to Chris and Greg), and even just from the camera mike you can hear how clear and powerful it is, and the balance is excellent.