strathspey@strathspey.org:27819

Fyreladdie

Re: Give credit to Devisers

Oct. 9, 2001, 4:21 p.m. (Message 27819, in reply to message 27778)

In a message dated 10/9/01 7:01:57 AM, xxxxx@xxxxxxxx.xxxxx.xx.xx writes:

<< 
However what about the poor composers of the music.  Shouldn't they get
a mention too.  Its easy enough to ask the band to list the tunes they
intend to play as for country dancing there isn't likely to be any
improv. >>

I think that most composers are glad when sheet music has their name attached 
to it. At least the recognition is seen by the band. That is all that's 
required unless someone wishes to record it. That, however, is another issue. 
I devise dances and compose dance music myself and don't feel any need to 
include my name in a program. The MC may choose to mention it but it is not 
required. It would also depend on whether the person made a living writting 
and performing music. Acknowledgement might be more important in that case.

Bob Mc Murtry
Felton, Calif