Usually, when I've heard a song often enough to remember the melody, I remember at least a little of the lyrics. So, when you started singing this and I didn't recognize the story of Stewball, I was puzzled at first. Then, I remembered, "So This is Christmas" by John Lennon. The melody is similar, yes? Thanks again for all of the music, familiar and new.
Point of fact....John Lennon had indeed adapted the melody to "Stewball" for "Happy X-Mas". This can be confirmed (in one of his Playboy interviews,I believe.:)
A song with my name on it! I had to investigate to see what this was all about. Much to my surprise,it was that old chestnut of a folk ditty that I remember from my youth. Each time I hear Peter play the opening chords,I and transported back to my childhood.
Here you have done something extraordinary...you've played it on your banjo. This is has a very interesting sound quality to it. You've inspired me to give the tune a try on my Deering five-stringer.
Love the banjo sound with this song! Excellent rendition!!!
Smiles,
Dona'
dleewhee 1 year ago
There are so many versions of this song. At least yours is on key. Very well done Lew.
Peace, Doris
Spen1030 2 years ago
I like the banjo. I like you version of this old song. Stewball (Max) sent it to me.?Thanks for posting. *****.
oldcountrytunes 3 years ago
Usually, when I've heard a song often enough to remember the melody, I remember at least a little of the lyrics. So, when you started singing this and I didn't recognize the story of Stewball, I was puzzled at first. Then, I remembered, "So This is Christmas" by John Lennon. The melody is similar, yes? Thanks again for all of the music, familiar and new.
kaburto1966 3 years ago
I never thought about it.... but sure enough there are similarities...
lewdite 3 years ago
Hello
Lew...
Point of fact....John Lennon had indeed adapted the melody to "Stewball" for "Happy X-Mas". This can be confirmed (in one of his Playboy interviews,I believe.:)
Peace,
Stewball
oldstewball 3 years ago
Gosh, I love the sound of your Banjo! Awesome!
sherrilynn115oo 3 years ago
Thanks! I love this song...
cocklesandmussels 3 years ago
Great rendition, Lew. Thanks for the video response. I like the way we inspire each other!
raymondcrooke 3 years ago
Hello
Lew
A song with my name on it! I had to investigate to see what this was all about. Much to my surprise,it was that old chestnut of a folk ditty that I remember from my youth. Each time I hear Peter play the opening chords,I and transported back to my childhood.
Here you have done something extraordinary...you've played it on your banjo. This is has a very interesting sound quality to it. You've inspired me to give the tune a try on my Deering five-stringer.
Peace,
Stewball
oldstewball 3 years ago
Video # 490?!?!??!!
I'm anticipating a huge pyrotechnic show for 500...
KnickKnackerson 3 years ago
Thanks Lew I never get tired of this song So ,any renditions
ghostgal30e 3 years ago