Daily Almanac - February 6

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US President Ronald Reagan was born on this day in 1911.  Reagan became the
seventh president to play the harmonica when he took up the instrument while
recuperating from his wounds after he was shot.

Birthday greetings go out to list member Ron Henderson, who was born on this
day in 1944.  Ron's a member of the Windy City harmonica Club and has been
playing for about 9 years, playing with several bands.  Have a great
birthday Ron!!!!

Cajun fiddle and harmonic aplayer Rodney Balfa died on this day in 1979.
Balfa was a part of the pioneering Balfa Brothers Band and would
occassionally add the harmonica to the group's music.
For more about the life, career and recordings of Rodney Balfa, please
visit:
http://www.eharmonica.net/rodney_balfa.htm

That's all I have for today.  Have fun and practice.

Peter Krampert, author
The Encyclopedia of the Harmonica
http://www.eharmonica.net