These stories are Fred’s recollections and reflections about some of the wonderful and talented musicians who welcomed him into their homes and shared their time and talent to teach him and guide him as he explored his mountain heritage. As he completes each story, he will publish them on this section of the website.They will also be annotated with recordings of these people singing, playing tunes, telling stories and more. This year, Jim Cook, President of the Wickenburg Institute for Factual Diversity bestowed upon Fred a PhD from the Institute. Fred now feels even more committed to do his best to uphold the high standards of that institution with each each and every story he tells and writes. Why don’t you start with Fred’s moonshine story, “Who Ere Ye” – read now.

Thanks for your patience as I search through my memories and include fiction with fact in such a way to make them as interesting and alive for you as they always have been for me.