Waltzes for Mountain Dulcimer (2020)
Joe combined ten of his origianl waltzes with a dozen others to create
73 minute long CD. This was recorded and produced during the COVID
pandemic, so he was not able to get together with his regular
accompanists. Instead, he spent a summer learning how to create virtual
tracks that sound really good. Some of the waltzes include "Skaters'
Waltz," "Sleeping Beauty Waltz," "Halloween Waltz," "Sidewalks of New
York," Midnight on the Water," and a host of others.
$12 
A River Runs Through It (2019)
This is a duet CD with good friend and cellist Nancy Galambush. Most of
the pieces are instrumental, but there are five songs on which Joe
provides vocal. The CD includes three original pieces written by Joe,
including the first recorded version of "Carolina Waltz" with lyrics.
Joe had been wanting to do a CD with a cellist for a long time, so the
opportunity to arrange for dulcimer and cello (his two favorite
instruments) was such a pleasure. Some other songs on the CD include
"Caledonia," "Shenandoah," "Raglan Road," "Willie McBride," and the
original title cut "A River Runs Through It.
$12
Looking Ahead (2008) This
mixture of traditional, original*, and popular songs demonstrates how
much versatility and rich chordal possibilities there are with what
used to be considered a simple, Appalachian
instrument. It will have us “Looking Ahead” to other
possibilities presented by the growing number of fantastic players
across the county.
$12
For the Fun of It! (2003)
A collection funny and "feel good" songs that will bring a smile to all
kinds of audiences. Most of the songs are written by Joe, but a
few are old folksongs and hand-me-downs from younger days. One is
written by a good friend, Dan Williams. Dulcimer and guitar are
the primary instruments in this zany collection, and there are a
couple of instrumentals, including Joe's arrangement of the "William
Tell Overture." However, most of the CD includes singing and
crazy lyrics!
$12
Erin's Wish (2001) The title of this all-Christmas recording is named after my daughter, and apple of my eye, Erin Collins. Every year at Christmas, she’s the one who starts getting excited first and starts making wishes. We all join her after she prods us to get into the season. All arrangements are by Mike and/or myself except for Silent Night, which is arranged by our good friend David Putnam. I’m excited that my son, Sean, joined us on a couple songs with his drums. He adds a lot to “Personet Hodie” and “Erin’s Wish.”
$12
The Dancing of Time (1999)
is a 55 minute mixture of original pieces, Celtic tunes, and
traditional hymns. Joe plays several dulcimers on this tape,
including his five-string dulcimer. Mike plays guitar on all
songs, and three songs feature the following friends: Paige Timer
- flute, Carol Barry - violin, and Brink Isaacs - guitar. Songs
include A
Mighty Fortress; Nearer My God to Thee; Si Bahg, Si Mor; Merrily Kissed
the Quaker; The River Wide; Shortnin' Bread; Pam's Song; Aldia's Waltz; and 8 others.
$12
