Songs that sound good on a resonator

[Slothead56]

So, I’m starting my gig in about 4 minutes and thinking it might be fun to bring a little something different to the party.

(Also, I committed to learn Little Martha this month.)

What “standard”, recognizable bar songs sound decant when played on a resonator??

[charles Tauber]

None?

[gr81dorn]

Romeo and Juliet is the first one that comes to mind.

[gmr]

On a wood bodied spider cone, there are probably a number of finger style songs that would sound pretty good.

[The Bard Rocks]

I find they are well suited for blues, ragtime, gospel, Hawaiian - and a surprising number of other genres. Try things out and you'll see what fits.

[dukebrot]

Originally Posted by gr81dorn

Romeo and Juliet is the first one that comes to mind.

Couldn't agree more with this!

[PHJim]

The Bard's suggestion of ragtime or blues is good. Most slide tunes work well on a reso.

For a bar crowd, try Midnight Special, Honky Tonk Women, or Jesus Just Left Chicago. Light up that brass slide!!