Covering the open spaces between folk country, blues and swing, Coale Johnson (left) and Bob Bruen (right) have created a unique sound that leaves the ears refreshed.
NEW COALE JOHNSON SOLO CD JUST RELEASED
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Walking Rain is promoted in Europe by Comstock Records
V I E W F R O M C O A L E ' S R A N C H
Coale's ranch was the site of the inspiration of the band Walking Rain. While playing music on Coale's porch and enjoying the spectacular setting of the eastern sierra, Coale and Bob hatched the idea to form a band focused on a wide variety of "roots" music including folk, blues, country, and swing. Coale and Bob have been playing together for over 25 years and played every style of music imaginable.
Bob plays mandolin, guitar and sings. He has been involved with some of the leading musicians in the blue grass/new grass movement and has performed with David Grisman, Vasser Clements, and Mike Marshall.
Coale plays guitar, electric bass and sings. He performed and recorded extensively while pursuing a degree in music at Depaul University in Chicago and Berkelee School of Music in Boston. He has two internationally released jazz CDs of original music and has recorded with the great jazz drummer, George Marsh; and percussionist Karl Perazzo and bassist Benny Retiveld, both from Santana.
We hope you enjoy the music. For bookings please contact either Bob or Coale.
R U D Y C I P O L L A A R C H I V E S
Seen here in concert with David Grisman, Rudy Cipolla was a master mandolin player and composer. Born in Italy in 1900, Rudy came to the West Coast at the age of 6 and, if you count the time in the womb, spent 100 years gracing the world with his wonderful presence. A sampling of his compositions follows. Others can be obtained by emailing Bob. Rudy wanted his music to be shared with the world for free. Please give him credit when you record or perform his work.
Petite Danse for solo mandolin
Romance Antique for solo mandolin
Parade of the Green Frogs for two mandolins and Guitar P1 P2 P3 P4 P5
Thanks to Sheri Mignano for transcribing Rudy's music.