Tunes

These tunes are intended to be shared within the music and dance communities. You are free to perform them for dances. I would appreciate hearing about your experiences with them.

Please contact me if you have an interest in using these tunes for recording or any other purpose.

The Elephant Seller's Daughter

This jig was inspired by a Persian nomadic trader with a tent full of the most amazing wares. His beautiful daughter would offer rides on the elephants for sale and could provide advice on precisely what qualities to look for in a work versus breeding animal. But whatever you do, DO NOT fall in love with her. (listen) (music)

Laurie McDonald's Waltz

This tune was written for my dear partner and first performed by the Groovemongers on a Dance and Dive trip to Bonaire in the Dutch Caribbean. It was written for mandolin and sets well with fifth-tuned instruments. Play it lively but push the B-part dramtically. (listen) (music)

True Fortune

This bittersweet waltz is an acknowledgement that it is possible to find that you are truly blessed, beyond what could even be hoped for, even though that blessing is sometimes hard to find. (listen)