[gDGBD tuning]
Oftentimes the first number a budding old-time or bluegrass musician learns, this is perhaps the quintessential American fiddle/banjo tune. It has been recorded countless times, by countless groups, has dozens of verses and almost as many names (eg. “Shootin’ Creek”, “Hipple Creek”, “Goin’ Up Brushy Fork”). Not one of my favorites, but I include it here since it seems to work well in the 2FTL setting.
Cripple Creek trivia:
The first issued recording was made August 20, 1924 by a fella named Sam Jones, a one-man band who called himself Stove Pipe No. 1.
For a thorough history of the tune, go HERE.
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Oh wow, I have that Stovepipe #1 recording! I had no idea it was the first recorded rendition of Cripple Creek; not what you’d expect. Really weird early jugband stuff.
Super weird, but very cool. Not the Cripple Creek most people think of. Stovepipe #1 rocks.