One of Calhoun's most famous mountain music makers, Lester McCumbers,
with his wife Linda, are releasing a CD of "Old Timey Tunes" from Calhoun
and Central West Virginia. The release is scheduled for August 14-20.
McCumbers has won dozens of fiddle contests, most recently at the West
Virginia Folk Festival, and is recognized around the country for his purist
style of playing, a true folk musician.
Musician Bobby Taylor says "Lester and Linda are true mountain treasures.
Their pure and rural lifestyle comes across in their music. They echo what is
timeless and historical, a flavor that makes everything sound just
perfect.
The CD will be available from the McCumbers family, or from Krack's Fiddle
Shop, HC 71, Box 87, Orma WV 25268 (304-655-7504) $15 + $2 handling.
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