Virg Evans - The Flying Fiddler
Review by Russ Viola
The Flying Fiddler, the latest album by Virg Evans, is a stunning collection of traditional fiddle tunes that showcase the virtuosity and passion of this talented musician. From the lively reels and jigs of Ireland and Scotland to the soulful blues and swing of America, Evans' playing is both technically impressive and emotionally engaging.
One of the standout tracks on the album is "The Road to Lisdoonvarna," a classic Irish reel that Evans infuses with his own unique flair and energy. His fast, precise playing is complemented by the driving rhythm section of bassist John Smith and drummer Chris Brown, creating a thrilling and infectious sound that will get listeners tapping their feet and nodding their heads.
Another standout track is "Stardust," a hauntingly beautiful ballad that showcases Evans' sensitive and nuanced playing. His delicate touch and expressive phrasing bring out the melancholic beauty of the melody, while the subtle accompaniment of guitarist Tom Jones adds depth and texture to the arrangement.
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Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| Fisher's Hornpipe | 2:32 | |
| Grey Eagle Hornpipe | 2:42 | |
| Durang's Hornpipe | 2:35 | |
| Sweet Bunch Of Daisies | 2:15 | |
| Kelly's Waltz | 3:30 | |
| Brahm's Polka | 2:19 | |
| Cherry Orchard Waltz | 2:55 | |
| Cattle Call Waltz | 2:30 | |
| Red Fox Waltz | 2:50 | |
| Ace Of Spades | 1:40 | |
| Soldier's Joy | 2:29 | |
| Brownie's Waltz | 3:10 | |
| Bitter Creek | 2:04 |
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Catalog Numbers
AH10-34SLabels
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Formats
- Vinyl
- LP
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Fiddle | Virg Evans (tracks: All) |
| Guitar | Frank Hicks (tracks: All) |
| Mandolin | Ken Hall |
Notes
- here are some excerpts gleaned or paraphrased off the back cover liner notes:
- Virg came from a musical family with 2 of his uncles being fiddlers. One of them a champion.
- Virg played professionally with various groups, including the well known "Blue Ridge Mountaineers", doing stage & radio work. While following this musical career through the 30's, another love was flying. He earned his pilot's license and worked as a flight instructor until 1942. He then served in the Air Force as a Captain in WWII. After his separation from the Air Force, he was a commercial pilot, but the fiddle was never too far away.
- Virg began entering fiddle contests and at the time the LP was recorded was California State Champion and won top honor's in the national old time Fiddler's Contest.
- Frank Hicks has been playing guitar with Virg Evans since they met at an old time fiddling contest 3 years prior to this LP. He says he was inspired as a boy by Riley Puckett, who was a well known old time guitarist in the late 1920's.
- Frank played professionally until 1950, but now is a railroad engineer, playing only as a hobby, other than occasional dances & nightclubs.
- Ken Hall is listed as an unsurpassed manodolinist who has played with Frank Hicks for "some time" . It was through Frank that Ken met Virg and they spent many hours practicing & arranging. Ken has been well known to the folk music world since the 1930's and there is always a group both young & old alike standing around, amazed at his playing.