Rick Hill

In January Judy and I moved to Gerrardstown, WV. We are somewhat off the beaten path, living on the side of a mountain which makes lots of things quite interesting.  Everywhere you go you are walking uphill or down.  But…

Well folks, I moved back to Thurmont, MD.  I am also officially retired.  All of that means that it is time for something new.  I am not sure what that it, but I will spend the next 12 months exploring…

I am moving back to Virginia!

Yikes!

Judy and I lived in Virginia about 25 years ago - Louisa, Richmond, then Harrisonburg.

Now I am moving back to serve two small churches in Highland County.

I am looking forward to…

Rick will be teaching 5 classes of 2nd graders at Whittier Elementary School in Frederick County.  He will be spending four days working with the music teacher to help students learn about eight different stringed instruments.  His theme is that…

   Jubal's Nation Folk Church starts up on March 25 at 6:30 PM at the Presbyterian Church of Hagerstown. 
Check the website for more information.  This is something I have been working on for 30 years, ever since I heard "A…

Anita funk collected a bunch of instruments from her co-workers to be donated to Hungry for Music.  Jeff Campbell met me at the Epicure Cafe in Fairfax, VA for the exchange.  About a dozen instruments were transferred from the back…

I have completed all the songs in the Excellent 11 Series.  Since I am uncertain about Mr. Clark's perspective on my using the title of his book for my series, I am calling it "Reach! - Striving for Excellence"  I…

I have just finished song #7 in the Excellent 11 series.  This one is about Enthusiasm.  Titled "Take That Laurel Home" it is about developing a deep sense of direction and commitment that will overcome obstacles.  Uses the story of…

I am working on my Christmas show.  It will be comprised of mostly the lesser known songs and carols including "Miss Hoolihan's Christmas Cake" (always a fun one!)  I am working on five songs for the harp, so I am…

So far four songs have been written.  A sense of adventure, common sense, reflection, and resilience are now covered.  Ron Clark's book - "The Excellent 11" is the source of inspiration.

The newest song is "Log Roll", exploring "resilience." This…