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Wild Sage

Chris plays fiddle, banjo, concertina and button accordion. Jack plays hammer dulcimer and several sizes of whistle. Cory plays guitar and mandolin.

Years as leading old time dance musicians in northern Nevada.

Wonderful Irish/American reels, jigs, hornpipes, waltzes, polkas and airs.

Great listening and/or dancing music steeped in tradition yet fresh and alive.

Perfect for parties, weddings, dances, concerts, barn raisings and wakes!

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Old Melodeon Minstrels

Bringing you the earliest music from the old west. Gold Rush songs from the 1850's and 1860's. An interactive performance with Chris, Darla and Danita Bayer.

Old time banjo, penny whistle, washtub bass, singing and dancing.A special appearance from Lotta Crabtree, child "Fairy Star" of the Sierras and Drs. Dodge and Weave. This show is a fun time learning a bit about the Gold Rush and immigrant history.

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Historic Portrayals

Major William Ormsby, Lucky Bill Thorington, Mark Twain Lotta Crabtree and other western favorites can be portrayed by Chris or Danita.

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Lyric Writing Residencies

--for adults or children grades 3 and up

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Classes We Teach

--for adults or children ages 6-adult

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Puppet Residencies

--for adults or children grades 3 and up

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