Re: [Harp-L] Charlie Musselwhite

[robert <harpbob@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Not a bad comparison, Iceman, though obviously 
Charlie's is a more modest gift. Still, Charlie, 
like Miles, has always gone his own way.
I think it's silly to say who is the "best" of 
contemporary blues harpists, but for me 
Charlie Musselwhite is as original and creative
a blues harpist as there is right now. We're
fortunate to have him.
WVa Bob

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On Aug 3, 2014, at 4:16 PM, "The Iceman" <icemanle@xxxxxxx> wrote:

> In a way, he's the Miles Davis of diatonic blues harmonica.
> 
> Always trying out new grooves with unusual bands, always hiring young musicians, his ideas sound unique to him and he always explores all kinds of position playing.
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: robert <harpbob@xxxxxxxxxxx>
> To: harp-l harp-l <harp-l@xxxxxxxxxx>
> Sent: Sun, Aug 3, 2014 2:55 pm
> Subject: [Harp-L] Charlie Musselwhite
> 
> Like lots of us, I've loved Charlie Musselwhite's playing for many years, but 
> last night was the first chance I've ever had to hear him live....wow. He just 
> sounded great, and I do mean great. To state the obvious, Charlie has created a 
> unique, personal style through his use of positions. It was inspiring to hear 
> him.
> WVa Bob
>