I bought my 1940 RB75 from Curtis over the telephone. We had a long, long chat and he was amazing to talk with and to do business with. We became reasonably well-acquainted with one another and I admire him greatly! The best of the best!
I've heard Curtis play Red Dress among other songs nearly all my life. It is like I recognized that banjo instantly in this video. It's too bad Curtis is no longer with us. But he apparently lived a long good life.
Thanks for doing this video really enjoyed it I have one of his conversion rings in my 1928 Gibson archtop TB3 with a five-string neck on it boy does that tone ring pop
One of the greats, not only as a player but knowledge of vintage Gibson's, plus he replaced Earl in the Foggy Mtn Boys at a time when Earl was injured/laid up, so that tells you something right there. Plus, recording/stage work as one of Monroe's Bluegrass Boys and, of course, his long tenure/fame with Danny Davis' Nashville Brass.
Another great Banjo playing legend. RIP. Great for preserving this interview.
I bought my 1940 RB75 from Curtis over the telephone. We had a long, long chat and he was amazing to talk with and to do business with. We became reasonably well-acquainted with one another and I admire him greatly! The best of the best!
Fine old gentleman & a great namlo player .
I've heard Curtis play Red Dress among other songs nearly all my life. It is like I recognized that banjo instantly in this video. It's too bad Curtis is no longer with us. But he apparently lived a long good life.
Thanks for doing this video really enjoyed it I have one of his conversion rings in my 1928 Gibson archtop TB3 with a five-string neck on it boy does that tone ring pop
You're welcome!
I sure do miss my friend Curtis. Great video, thanks for posting!
You are welcome. I miss him too!
One of the greats, not only as a player but knowledge of vintage Gibson's, plus he replaced Earl in the Foggy Mtn Boys at a time when Earl was injured/laid up, so that tells you something right there. Plus, recording/stage work as one of Monroe's Bluegrass Boys and, of course, his long tenure/fame with Danny Davis' Nashville Brass.
Just got the sad news this morning from his daughter Towanna on Facebook. Curtis passed away...We will miss you terribly!
Love this. Great video. Got to visit with him a Couple times. He has more Banjo knowledge than anyone.
Thats my cousin Curtis.