Tune Req: The Derby Ram

Subject: Tune Req: The Derby Ram
From: GUEST,Paul Slater
Date: 14 Mar 03 - 06:46 AM

I need the tune to the American New Orleans Jazz version of the Derby Ram as used in funeral processions. Chorus: 'Didn't he ramble, ramble'etc. Can any one help by suggesting a CD etc to purchase, preferably available initially in the UK.
Many Thanks
Paul

Subject: RE: Tune Req: The Derby Ram
From: greg stephens
Date: 14 Mar 03 - 07:11 AM

Certainly available on Chris Barber, Sidney Bechet,Jelly Roll Morton and Kid Ory CDs, and doubtless many many more. A quick Google or Yahoo search will I am sure give you the info you need. If all else fails, PM me and I'll write it out for you.
For interest, if you dont know the recording, Charlie Poole recorded the Derby Ram with the Didnt he Ramble chorus, which is intriguing as you can see the process by which the Derby, England folksong turned into a New Orleans funeral march.

Subject: RE: Tune Req: The Derby Ram
From: greg stephens
Date: 14 Mar 03 - 07:15 AM

I see you are a guest, Paul. You'll need to sign up as a meber to PM me...it is an instant and financially painless process,you'll find something to click on to tell you what to do. If you dont want to be a member for some reason, my name and the fact i play with the Boat Band should enable you to find an email address for me, which I tend to avoid publishing far and wide as it tends to generate spam every time I do!!