I would refer any critics to '100 Years of American Dance Music' released in 1975 by the New England Conservatory Country Fiddle Band, directed by Gunther Schuler. There you will find melodies similar to the ones Jon used on this EXCELLENT selection. They are Celtic in flavor, but most decidedly American, AND all of them in the public domain. I believe this, as yet undiscovered by the masses, disc will join '3 Ships' as some of Jon's best and most sought after works. I'm considering buying a few more for the eventual ebay rush.