Listen to This:
Kevin sings lead with "Beg, Borrow or Steal" on this old Doobie Brothers' classic.
It was recorded live at a Norwood High School class of '78 reunion at the Elks.
Sounding great, brother!
Tin Roof!
Rusted.
Fearless and determined, we bullied our way through two B52 songs
showing precious little regard for lyrics, melody, or arrangement.
That's where it's at.
Blue Skies & Banjos
A simple afternoon delivery of a repaired banjo quickly became
an impromtu jam session in the kitchen with Jimmy Mazzy on banjo, Steve on the upright bass,
and Carrie Mazzy, Carrie McC, Sally, G Pfitz, and Kathy singing along.
Mia the Musical
In honor of Mia's milestone birthday,
family members wrote new lyrics to an old Abba song.
Lead vocalists Mike, Sally, and Greg are backed up by Steve, Fran, Pat, Kathy, Patrick, Mary Beth, Dan, Carrie, and Gregory.
Time
Words by Lindsey Coombs, music by Andy Costello.
Performed at New England Conservatory by Steve Barrett (bass), Steve McCrossan (tenor),
Caroline McCrossan (alto), and Kathleen McCrossan (soprano) on the occasion of Andy's recital.
Mountain of Love
Joe Riley takes the lead on this Johnny Rivers tune
at a Fathoms gig in Somerville
with Kaylin Collins singing back-up (later in the studio).
Find the Cost of Freedom
Steve starts us off with the guitar,
then G Pfitz, Sally, Steve, Carrie and Kathy fill in the unison voices
before breaking off into harmony in this CSN tune.
Tomorrow Night
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Jim Mazzy on banjo and vocals,
with Steve joining in on the upright bass
for an impromptu kitchen concert!
And in the End
Lots of voices + Steve on piano
+ Matt guitar + Dan upright bass + Neil percussion
= a great Beatles medley!
Sunday Session - Evangeline
We three took to the cellar for a Sunday afternoon to record Robbie Robertson's "Evangeline."
Neil and Kathy switched off the lead, and Steve added a third voice to the chorus.
Steve played guitar, bass, and accordion and Neil played guitar and percussion.
Gotta L-O-V-E This!
Patrick sings lead on L-O-V-E
along with background vocalists Sally, Mary Beth, Carrie and Kathy.
Steve commandeers the bass, Neil the percussion, Dan the banjo,
and Caroline contributes an impromptu hand flute solo!
MB Wants It All
Mary Beth takes lead on Alicia Keys' "If I Ain't Got You"
accompanied by Carrie on piano, Steve on melodica,
and Sally on vocals.
I Could Have Danced All Night On the Street Where You Live
Patrick the Birthday Boy entertains his many fans
with two tunes from two musicals, "My Fair Lady" and "Anything Goes,"
with Steve on piano.
Just Because
This Dave Clark Five song is a staple of the McCrossan catalog.
All voices joined in singing while
instrumentalists include Steve, Neil, Matt & Dan.
Anything Goes
Patrick takes the mic to sing Cole Porter's "Anything Goes"
accompanied by Steve on piano, Neil on percussion,
and then his lovely cousins, Sally and Carrie.
You're Going to Lose/ Another Girl/ Here, There, Everywhere
Our West Framfield gathering happened to coincide
with the 50th anniversary of the Beatles' Ed Sullivan appearance,
prompting this little medley.
Steve is on the upright & vocals, John on guitar & vocals, Mr. Steve, Joe & Kathy on vocals.
Bubbly Girls
The voices of sisters Kaylin and Caroline blend perfectly
to create this delightful version of Colbie Caillat's "Bubbly."
Steve, Greg, and Ian back them up with Alicia featured on the egg shaker.
Falling Slowly
As we leave 2013 (and "Tango Maureen") behind us,
Sally and Carrie try a new duet on for size.
Sally also plays guitar on this tune from the show "Once."
It Had to Be Tom
Starting with "It Had to be You,"
and segueing into a patriotic medley in honor of Veterans' Day,
Uncle Tom left 'em wanting more when he finished with the iconic "Rooster Song"!
I'll Be Seeing You
Holidays can be bittersweet as we reflect on memories of days gone by,
recalling our loved ones who celebrate with us in spirit as we hear Kaylin sing,
"I'll be looking at the moon, but I'll be seeing you."
Sounds of Music
After Thanksgiving dinner, the cousins led us all through a medley of Sound of Music selections.
You can hear the voices of Maggie, Meara, and Julia, as well as Padraic, Caroline, Greg and Kaylin.
David, Dawn, Dan, Sarah, Kathy, Alicia, and Neil contributed vocals and Steve was on piano.
She Can't Get Started
"Special Kay" gives a special performance
of this old standard on Thanksgiving Eve
as her Mom Alicia joins us in the intimate living room setting.
Pennies From Heaven
Joe sings lead on this old standard
with John on piano, Steve on bass, Neil on percussion.
Best be sure your umbrella is upside-down!
Got to Get Lady Madonna Back in the USSR
John led the crowd through a Beatles medley, including "Lady Madonna," "Got to Get You into My Life,"
and "Back in the USSR." John is on vocals and piano, Steve on bass, Rob on guitar,
and Neil on percussion, as well as many other enthusiastic voices.
Frim-Fram Man
This special appearance from Uncle Tom
brought us "Frim-Fram Sauce" and "I Left My Heart in San Francisco,"
as well as some commercial songs from his sponsors.
Goodnight My Handyman
The last song of the night, Nov. 9, 2013,
sweet and gentle after a raucous evening.
I've Just Seen a Guitar Gently Weep
On a roll with old Beatles tunes, the crowd took up a medley of
"While My Guitar Gently Weeps" with Dan on guitar
and a nod to "I've Just Seen a Face" with all voices trying, some voices failing,
and Steve brilliant on piano as always.
Two of Them
The lovely vocals of Kaylin Collins
are backed up by Greg McCrossan on guitar,
bass, toy bongos, and vocals.
Someone to Watch Over Me
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Under the weather for most of the day,
Carrie stepped up to the challenge with this beautiful Gershwin cover.
She wowed the room, with one adoring fan suggesting the title be ammended to
"Someone Hungover Like Me."
Moon River
"Sing to me like that, Gordan!"
And with that, Gordan Pfitzer serenades his lovely wife Gabriella
with this touching rendition of "Moon River,"
accompanied by Steve on piano, Dan on guitar, and a room full of fans.
Guns and Fools
Family and friends gather around the piano to sing some old Beatles tunes with Steve at the helm on the keys.
Pfitzer Pfolk include Greg, Mia, Sally, Gordan, Gabby, and Ian.
Currans, McCrossans, Aunt Barbara, and friends chime in on the spirited vocals,
with Carrie on the tin whistle, Neil on percussion, and Dan on guitar.
You Can't Do That
Who knew 50 years ago that this old Beatles song
would become revived for a living room sing-along?
Joe on lead, Steve, Steve, Carrie and Kathy on backgrounds, Steve and John on guitars.
Waters of Babylon
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Living room recording of this acapella arrangement of Psalm 147.
Carrie, Sally, and Kathy sing together and then in that order.
Goodnight My Someone
Late one vacation night on Nantucket 2013,
Kaylin, Carrie, Sally, and Gregory spontaneously burst into shared gratitude
to wish their host Rich a fond and musical goodnight.
Girl From North Country
We sang this great Bob Dylan tune July 2013 in the living room
with Sally on lead, Carrie and Kathy harmonizing
and Steve and Dan on guitars.
