Michael Coleman and Michael Andrews: Lord Gordon's Reel by Ward Irish Music Archives published on 2020-09-29T17:01:55Z Track 92: Michael Coleman and Michael Andrews: Lord Gordon's Reel Another 78rpm side from fiddler Michael Coleman along with accompaniment by tenor guitar player, Michael "Whitey" Andrews. Andrews' son, Michael junior, recalled in an interview that Andrews was albino, which lead to his nickname, "Whitey." He had pink eyes and very poor eyesight. Although he could not read music, he had perfect pitch, learned music aurally, and had a great recall ability to retain music that he heard. Read more about Michael Andrews here: https://wardirishmusicarchives.com/Exhibits/Irish-American-Hall-of-History/Michael-Whitey-Andrews.htm Recorded in 1934 and released on the Decca Label (Decca 12037). From the Ted McGraw Collection, McGraw 78 01-132. Genre Irish
