THE CALHOUNS: Pickin' On Harmony

The Calhouns

Pickin' On Harmony

© 2002 James F. Calhoun (634479831928)

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They say variety is the spice of life, and this all original instrumental album has something for everyone. All styles of Rock, Country, Retro, Blues and Easy Listening are represented.

tracks

1 Riding The Highline
2 Bluesy 2
3 Sunburst
4 Silhouette
5 Rocket To Me
6 Country Folk
7 Open Road
8 Alone
9 Mississippi Mud Dog
10 Cool Breeze
11 Meteor!
12 DeArmond
13 Audio Liner
14 Sample of other albums

notes

Take a bunch of old vintage Harmony guitars and match it with dynamic imagination and a passion for writing guitar music and what do you get?

The award winning "Pickin' On Harmony", named Instrumental Album of The Year by the G.P.E.A.

The song "Mississippi Mud Dog" is included in a new BBC film "The Natural World-Mississippi" to be aired in the UK and on the Discovery Channel in the USA.

"Pickin' On Harmony" is a fantastic collection of 12 great songs that feature a wide variety of styles. Everything from old school Surf instrumentals, Blues, Rock, Country to Adult Contemporary styles are on this album.

This is truely a unique concept album, and it has sold very well. All of the feedback has been positive. The most common comment we get is "I have a different favorite song (from Pickin' On Harmony) every time I listen to this album".

That is understandable because there is a song for almost any mood and popular music style on this CD.

It is a project recorded entirely with vintage instruments. The CD has a warm "real" sound, we get lots of comments from fellow pickers on how much they appreciate the overall tone on this album.

Another unique feature is an extensive "audio liner" track that fully explains the album as well as well as letting the listener know what gear was used on each song!

The Calhouns have been touring professionally since 1979. They play all over North America and perform 250+ shows per year. They invite you to visit their website at http://www.broadwaymusicco.com/calhouns.htm

Their instrumental album "Pickin'On Harmony" is a great collection of songs, written by The Calhouns.

Jim Calhoun is the author and web master of the most popular Harmony guitar site in the world, this album is an extension of that popular web site. They invite you to visit the Harmony website at http://www.broadwaymusicco.com/Harmony.htm

All songs were recorded using only vintage Harmony instruments, some as old as 1936.

Check out the song samples, we hope you enjoy what you hear. Thanks for checking us out!

reviews

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  • Love the Harmony Sound!!
    author: James Noullet

    This is my latest favorite guitar album. Great sound! Thanks guys both CDbaby and the Calhouns. I have played a H77 Cherry Red double cut away triple pickup since I bought it in 1963 from Harmony. I still love it!! Great music guys not only for the working man.

  • i am hooked on harmony.
    author: tommy c

    First, CDBaby rules... they get you what you order quick. NOW... i am a 1965 model, and I just purchased a 65 Harmony H75 w/ Bigsby... and as I read more about the Harmony guitars, I was pointed to the Calhouns. What a great bunch of tunes highlighting the greatness of the working man's guitar.. HARMONY. Thanks and come play Ohio!!!

  • pleasantly surprised!
    author: Carly

    Wow, I slipped the CD in while driving and when I got back I was just stuck in my driveway cuz I refused to turn it off ........really fun music! THANKS!

  • fun rock n roll. music you will never tire of!
    author: will c.

    excellent concept and the tunes are great. this is what real rock n roll is about, it is fun and without any rules.

  • Great tunes, very good musicianship on the CD.
    author: KOM

    Great tunes in a lot of different styles and very good musicianship on the CD. It is nice to see what can be done with a good old fashioned working class guitar.

  • This is the original true americaina. people with a love of Harmony!!!
    author: Roddy Capers

    This cd is a dedication, tribute and love they have for a great american guitar company that is virtually ignored by the world but honored by a small but loyal knowers of a great sound with much range. These people are not only musicians but also tonal scientists.This cd wants me to know more about Harmony.Thanks!

  • Great music
    author: Billy

    Great music. Inspires me to keep playing the guitar. Thanks

  • A little Somelthing for everyone
    author: Thomas Lucas

    This one has something for everybody. From country to blues. The instrumental arrangements on this CD are very interresting and offer a wide range of listing pleasure.

  • Vintage Sound Yet Brand New
    author: W.J. O'Reilly

    What a great surprise this cd is. Original music that is classic familiar, but fresh to listen to. Spaghetti Western, Surf and Country Stomp presented with style and flair. Great tunes for a long road trip, or just kick back and enjoy.

  • Great CD. I looking forward to a future release of the remastered Harmony Junkie CD.

  • Great concept, great songs, great musicianship
    author: Joe Gandelman

    I LOVE this CD...which is beyond awesome. In the Calhouns' homage to the Harmony guitar they present a dozen songs that are virtual treasures. Each highly catchy song (you would SWEAR that some of these original songs had been top 10 tunes) comes from a certain period -- and has that period's perfect tune and sound. Chris Calhoun also offers a track explaining what instruments were used in each track. These are wonderful songs, displaying distinctive sounds -- each a finely crafted jewel of musicianship and composition. The CD's excellent sound quality caps off this highly satisfying musical experience. If I won the lottery I'd gift this to young musicians, schools and libraries everywhere.

  • Love this CD!
    author: Chuck Wilson

    I purchased this CD because I have a 1965 H22 bass myself. The music is great! Something for everyone. I particularly appreciated the audio track explaining what equipment was used on each song.

  • This CD is simply fantastic. Very refreshing!
    author: James Farrell

    What I like is the variety on this album. Also the songs are catchy and the recording is clean. I can't say anything but great things about Pickin' On Harmony! I would best describe this album as candy for your ears!

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