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at the Courthouse
"This is great, and sadly, it's something that's
rapidly disappearing," said Martha Weller, a visitor
from Champagne, Illinois. "Hearing old songs and the
old players keeping them alive. It's very authentic."
The Saturday morning jam session also gives the
musicians an opportunity to play together, learn from
each other and share stories.
"I really enjoy the music and the fellowship,"
said Ade Butler, a guitar player from Sanger, Texas.
Spectators are warmly welcomed and encouraged
to sing along and join the fun.
"I don't get many chances to sing" said Corinth
resident Connie Salsman, who crooned along with the
group. "What's great about this [event] is that you have
no idea what these people do in their regular lives.
Music is a good leveler. You don't know their
history, their economic situation, or anything and it
doesn't matter."
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