WHO WILL SING ME LULLABIES

[clmarais]

Mike, your music has an effect that is far-reaching. I watch your videos from here in South Africa, and every time I just think "WOW!". Some songs particularly, like this one, really touch the heart. Would you like your music to become even more successful, or do you just do this for the fun of it? You really are very good.

[ichingiching]

Hi Christy-Lyn, thanks for your lovely note.. I only have played for fun and self expression.. I can't see that I would ever do more than play to my defunct web cam and youtube friends.. Its enough that I get kind notes like yours from time to time.. I listened to 'greensleeves'.. what a wonderful traditional song and so beautifully sang.. regards Mike

[306bad]

You are a very accomlished guitar player and you have history my friend. I try to play a little and have a stab at the vocals and that is positive in my opinion. I love Kate Rusby music, I only discovered her a year ago and I am hooked. My little gang have just finished our Christmas Gig tour catching Bryan Adams, Kate Rusby and Kasabian just a few hours ago 10.12.11 hows that for variety. My version of The Lark can be seen on 306bad, your opinion would be valued about the guitar only lol

[ichingiching]

Any progress with guitar technique, vocals or presentation will come with practice.. I took a look and dropped you a note.. she’s one of the jewels in the folk crown..

[sidneychucklenuts]

Hi there, any chance you could send me guitar tab for this song,? Iwould love to learn to play it!. Nice version! Thanks if possible

[ichingiching]

thats for dropping me a note.. i can't read music or tabs.. i've always just listened and made it up.. my best advice is to listen and trust in your fingers.. its not much but its the best i can offer..

[11gokey]

Hi Mike, What is your tuning on this song? 

[ichingiching]

its normal tuning with a capo on the 4th i think.. starts G - D C run down back to G.. 

[11gokey]

Hello Mike, Beautiful song. You seem to have made this one your own. I agree with Mnnorthcountrygirl on her comment of four months ago. Kate is really great, but your version is a real pleasure to hear also. ( I listened four times in a row ! ) Wonderful

playing! 

[ichingiching]

that’s really kind phil. sometimes words to a song just resonate.. Kate does an inspirational version .. and what a unique voice.. festive wishes..

[jhankri]

Sweet song. You don't do so bad. Do you use your little finger in your picking?.

[ichingiching]

not on my right hand, three fingers and a thumb are more than enough.. but i use it extensively on my left..

[mnnorthcountrygirl1]

I love Kate's version of this song, but yours is equally as delightful, in a different sort of way. How glad I am that the universe sent you this one...and that you shared it with us...

[ichingiching]

yes her version is totally captivating.. its a really sweet song to play and sing..

[ichingiching]

kate is a stunning singer and try seth lakeman.. (bob fox, martin simpson, +++ what about dylan..? also try MUDCAT as a folk forum and FROOTS for a list of folk festivals in the UK..

[Apenijn]

Lovin' it! Good job. Nice guitar playing aswell :)

[ichingiching]

many thanks for listening.. m

[sjburslem]

Great to hear this.I seem to like the same music as you, but this in particular is very poignant right now as i'm alone after 27years and sleeping isn't easy. At least I can listen to the talents that is yours

[Gezster]

My absolute favourite Kate R song - its really interesting to hear a guy sing it and when done in 'Mike style' it gives it a new edge! tho its only Kate who can sing me to sleep! :)

[trishpulley]

I have to say I enjoyed this tremendously! Your guitar playing is fantastic! I think Kate uses a different tuning that I can't quite figure out from her video but I think I could play your fingerings (badly) if I practice. A lot. Thanks for sharing & would love to hear more from you!

[Eurobiker1]

Once again, you have done a beautiful job. I have forwarded it, to my girlfriend. If she hates it, well...I guess we're done, then? LOL

Thank you, mate...your guitar playing is the finest.

[felixthemog]

Love xxx

[ichingiching]

returned..

[KingofRoath]

Lovely version. Might have to nick it!

[ichingiching]

cool.. please do.. I nicked it of a Kate Rusby album.. can you post it to me ..cheers M

[nutmegger1957]

By the tone of the strings, I'm wondering if you are a fan of Elixirs as am I?  Sound is very close....

Nice tune, too!!

-Nutmegger1957

[ichingiching]

good ear.. spot on.. I like the tone and warmth..cheers M

[raymondcrooke]

Just catching up on your songs as I've been travelling. This one I haven't heard before - very nice.

[ichingiching]

Hi Ray.. hope you had good travels.. thanks for dropping in.. cheers.

[NJSatori]

Just came back to this one, Mike... loved it and I thank you, through this for introducing me to Kate Rusby!! So much i am learning from you.

Abunbant moonbeams, my friend! Phyllis

[ichingiching]

Hi Phyllis.. I think its fair to say she is one of our leading folk singers.. at the moment its been cloudy for what seems like weeks so absent moonbeams at the moment..

[gettyshiloh]

Hey Mike! What guitar are you playing, ie. manufacturer, model?

[ichingiching]

yes its my new acquisition.. Guild F5 ..?

[minorchordsonly]

Just my favourite song by the wonderful Kate. Thank you Mike. What a voice she has! You do this so much justice in your own magical style....can't wait to hear it 'live'. Speak soon. L xx

[ichingiching]

thanks laura.. she's coming to Halifax at the end of next month.. hope she sings it then.. M

[lovebug1342]

well i hate to disagree with you but i do think your better looking then kate!! hehehehehe plus you did a super job on this song!! luv watching you.

[ichingiching]

oh no.. I'm going to be vetoed by all Kate fans (of which I'm one!) thanks for your kind comments..

[Bluefroger]

very beautiful!!

Sarah x

[ichingiching]

thanks for droping by Sarah..

[Pearlfisher7]

Hi Mike

Lovely as always,

love and light

Linda xx

[ichingiching]

Hi Linda.. good to hear form you.. love and light returned + interest.. x

[fannycraddock99]

Love this, it's so beautiful. Thanks.

[ichingiching]

thanks fc.. cheers M

[poshyfrank]

hey,,really good song choice mike....like this one...waiting to hear you play willie mcbride...all the best,,,,jay

[ichingiching]

its on the list Jay.. cheers M

[mactheknife3453]

Lovely song. Thanks for the music. Mac

[ichingiching]

thanks mac.. regards M

[flobunda]

a very beautiful song mike... keep the music coming... :)

[ichingiching]

thank you fe.. I've run out of songs... any suggestions??

[flobunda]

Hey.. how about 'both sides now'... that would be wonderful mike.. :)

[ichingiching]

a great JM song.. I'll ask her..

[TinkGerman]

adding more stars..stars go fine along with lullabies :-)

[ichingiching]

oh wow.. the sky is becoming brighter.. I think all stars should be dedicated to the night sky.. every you tube song.. a milky way of appreciation...

[BernadetteJoolen]

oh, yes, that's lovely, truly... and the universe is the best adviser... whatever you do, and whatever you did before, it is clear you were just meant for...singing songs! cheers, from a really sunny seattle today!--bernadette...

[ichingiching]

Tx.. that sunshine has come through Bernadette.. cheers returned... M:)

[DontLickLarry]

What an excellent way to start the day. 5 stars.

[keepthemusicplaying0]

Lovely rendition of this beautiful song, well done, five stars!!

[ichingiching]

thanks for putting stars in the sky

[losthills]

That is some incredibly fine picking, man.

Your tone is something special.

[ichingiching]

thanks losthills .. cheers M

[MonkeylessJohn]

I can't remember ever listening to a single performance of yours and not feeling wonderful during and after.

That's an amazing gift you have.

This song is simply beautiful:)

[ichingiching]

Hi John.. thank you for those really kind words.. the respect is returned with interest.. regards Mike

[fkidder]

This is such a lovely song, and so well played and sung. That there's such a beauty git too!

Thank you!

[ichingiching]

thanks fkidder.. the guitar is a new friend I bought last weekend and I was looking for a song to go with it... regards M

[2xVitamR]

I don't will sing you lullabies, but you sing and play it very nice, I like that. 5*

regards

Michael

[ichingiching]

Hi Michael, thanks for all those stars..

[carrolly2k]

That was Beautiful Mike!

[ichingiching]

thanks jim.. cheers M

[lahtinez]

Hi Mike

Great to hear you've not lost it. It just gets better

Peter

[ichingiching]

thanks Peter.. sometimes its like juggling soot..

[Tilly220]

How totally beautiful- what an incredible song!! You are exeptionally good on that guitar and I am quite green with envy !!! Shall have to study your techniques! This will have to go on my channel page somewhere....

[ichingiching]

Thank you tilly... I was looking for something to kick start some new songs.. I can't think of a sweeter one..

[SherBB]

what a coincidence, i was asking the universe to send you a song too! and it sent a lovely one, and i love how you sing it.

[ichingiching]

it's great when the universe ripples..

[classican]

Excellent!!! I have never heard of Kate Rusby but I'll take your word for it that she's better looking lol.

[ichingiching]

look her up classican. I don't think you'll be dissapointed