Loose Strings - a Gaylord Michigan Folk Music Band

2008 Play Dates

About Us

Loose Strings Photo
Back row: Lead vocalist Paula Markham on guitar, Bob Mammel on mandolin, John Belfy on bass (John also plays with the Bionic Fonzy rock band)

Front row: Rick Burd on Guitar, Joan Perkins on mtn. dulcimer, lead vocalist Jim Marsh on Guitar


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We have a rather loose definition of "folk music": any song more than 20 years old. To get a feeling for the type of music the band likes to play, please see our Song List.

Loose Strings currently has 6 regular members. Instruments include mountain dulcimer, mandolin, six string guitar, twelve string guitar, stand-up bass, penny whistle, harmonica, Irish drum, and, a fun collection of rhythm instruments which are sometimes played by audience members. Occasionally guest singers and players will accompany the band.

We practice on Thursdays and are usually available for Thursday evening performances. With enough notice, we can accommodate weekend performance requests. Most of our performances have been for private parties and local festivals, although we will consider other requests.

Contact Us

To hear the band at practice, join a practice or schedule a performance, please contact

Paula Markham:

338 E. 4th St.
Gaylord, MI 49735
989-858-1845

Links

Song List
Band Member's Page (requires password)