Fiddle/Violin for Tally Ho: Wrap up.

[@singJJBplay]

I love this, no drama, no click-bait, just kindness and humility. Looking forward to the upcoming projects. Cheers.

[@JDanielGraham]

I appreciate that. Thats the goal. Just make stuff and hopefully you all can enjoy.

[@charles.neuman18]

Raffle or not, I'd love to see a Pancho-inspired instrument. I think it would be cool to see a carved parrot on it! Wait until Leo is out at sea. When the cat's away, you can do what you want. :)

[@JDanielGraham]

haha!! Maybe one day. I think a naval inspired instrument would be cool. My dad was a navy man his whole life.

[@DaveWilliamsj]

Very honorable response. A credit to you. Even more increased respect.

[@toddhulen7740]

Your personal fiddle in this video is Awesome!

[@JDanielGraham]

Thanks so much! I have enough of that spalted sycamore to make another top if you know anyone that would like one made. (its my favorite sounding one)

[@sapelesteve]

As a supporter of the Tally Ho project, I am certain that Leo had some good reasons. Be that as it may, I am lookin forward to your next instrument build Dan. 👍👍🎻🎻

[@JDanielGraham]

Thanks so much. I can't wait to share it! Yeah he had some good ones. Especially that a raffle can be charged as gambling from state to state and we would all hate if someone used something like this to site tally ho with running an illegal anything.

[@simog994]

I'm sure Leo has some good reasons. Anyway, looking forward to see your other projects.

[@richardpippin6159]

Thank you for the very professional explanation of the different facets of the violin. I know very little and absolutely love a detailed explanation. Yes make the pocket violin. It can only add.

[@JDanielGraham]

I appreciate it. Thanks for the feedback! Hopefully I can make it coming up in the spring.

[@brianlittle3452]

Thanks for taking us along. You spent a lot of time making the violin.

[@JDanielGraham]

Of course how could I not share.

[@watchful1168]

Outstanding!! Thank you SOOO MUCH for sharing...what a wonderful experience!

[@JDanielGraham]

Im so glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for taking the time to watch the series.

[@alexmorton7730]

Whenever you're ready to raffle off an instrument ... I'm in!

[@JDanielGraham]

Sounds good!

[@pfalzgraf7527]

Pity! I'd have loved to see that violin. But hey, what isn't possible isn't possible! I will certainly stay subscribed to this channel for the next while. What you do and the way you do it interests me. So, have a good one - and see you at another project 😊

[@JDanielGraham]

I appreciate it!

[@hfaulkner]

Love your work!

[@JDanielGraham]

Thanks so much!

[@nmauch]

Doh! Who would’ve thought of such things unless you’re super KZbin savvy. Hope Leo wasn’t mad and understood you were trying to help and just psyched by the whole thing. I guess it could irk him thought you were trying to capitalize off the tally Ho “brand”. But you don’t seem like they kind of person. I think a classic boat themed fiddle could be very very interesting to a lot of people in the classic boat world. Hope you do it. And I’ll stay subscribed and continue watching. Fascinating fabrication.

[@JDanielGraham]

I hope he understood my intentions as well. Yeah I never would have thought of those things! I appreciate you following along. And I think a boat themed pochette is for sure somewhere in the future!

[@abder1349]

Hi! I came to your channel because of the Tally Ho link - definitely going to stay for your amazing content - top quality across the board. So pleased I discovered you and your work! Best wishes from Scandinavia 😊

[@JDanielGraham]

Thanks so much! And thats for continuing to watch!

[@josephpotterf9459]

Thanks for the update i subbed on the first Tally video will watch all you make and the seven years prior at some point . Again thanks for sharing

[@JDanielGraham]

I appreciate that! Thanks

[@fepatton]

Looking forward to your next projects!

[@Raysnature]

Came here from Tally Ho and subbed because of your craftmanship. (Musical) instrument making is a whole new genre for me so I would love to see more detail on the process, there are all sorts of areas in this series that left me thinking 'how?', probably not helped by not playing myself. Incidentally the reason for the brackets in the last sentence is because I trained to be the other (measuring) instrument tech way back when.

[@JDanielGraham]

Very cool! Thanks for taking the time to watch! I have other series on making banjos and other ones which are just as fun! Interesting! What kind of instruments did you work on?

[@Raysnature]

Oh all sorts; ammeters, voltmeters, galvanometers, single phase and polyphase energy meters etc. I trained just prior to everything becoming solid state and/or easier to calibrate. It got a bit boring after that, not having to machine new parts or rebush things, so moved in to communications. Good times though.

[@JDanielGraham]

very interesting! @@Raysnature

[@charles.neuman18]

I'm a little sad this series is over. It was a nice dive into something I hadn't seen before. I'll keep an eye on the channel, of course, but I don't play banjo or fiddle, so I can't quite put it in the "dream" category. (Do you ever make guitars?)

[@JDanielGraham]

Yes I do make guitars! Also if you liked the deep dive I am near the end of another deep dive fiddle build for the sitka music festival. kzbin.info/aero/PL-oy0wwDZFUaZHHWOTlg-TQfJz4ubEQvv

[@DerekHart-g3t]

Would it have been possible to make the fingerboard and possibly the tuning pegs from teak that was previously on Tally Ho? You have used the new woods that are now on Tally Ho but it would have been nice to have seen some of the old boat represented in the fiddle.

[@JDanielGraham]

I completely agree. I was hoping to make it all from tally ho woods and make its shape reference the boat, and have the schematics printed inside but Leo wanted something more non boat related. He said that Tally Ho takes over so much of his life and he wanted his hobby of music to be more unrelated. Which I respect. Some of the parts would have been possible like a teak fingerboard etc. but I offered that to Leo and he wanted it more traditional.

[@pgltdrew581]

Ohhhhh...... BANJO Raffle !!!! :-)

[@JDanielGraham]

Oh i would love that!! what kind of banjo.... traditional or gourd? or what? Also I have to figure out the raffle thing since apparently KZbin can shut down channels for gambling when they do raffles on the channel... (one of the reasons we are not doing the tally ho raffle)

[@joeoden5518]

I’m always curious about ballpark estimates of the cost or value of things. Of course violins can be bought for as little as $50 all the way up to millions of $. If you don’t mind sharing, what range of prices do you sell your instruments for?

[@JDanielGraham]

Sure. As of now custom violins range from 3,600 and up. Depending on wood selection, inlay, carving etc. Banjos start at 3,000 and go up from there. Mountain banjos, gourd banjos, and the odd ball instruments all are different than those numbers. Just depends on the project.

[@thomasbraeking6225]

Although Leo scratched the raffle, see about securing some "scraps" for your future builds. A lot of beautiful wood species went into Tally Ho.

[@mikehartmann5187]

I didn’t comment on the raffle idea before because you said you were only looking for affirmative comments on the Tally-Ho idea. My thought then and now was/is a raffled instrument doesn’t need to be Tally-Ho themed. Your talents obviously stand on their own, and anyone watching would be happy to win one of your creations in a raffle. Honestly, I was a little puzzled by the proposed Tally-Ho theme, as to my mind that works only if the instrument winds up on the boat. So, 👍 on the raffle idea, and my humble opinion is it’s for the better that it would not be Tally-Ho themed. Cheers

[@donanders2110]

The only reason he was considering a Tally Ho themed build is because so many people wondered why the first one was not, he was trying to give the em what they wanted!

[@Blue2swing]

My assumption when watching the original video is the same as @donanders2110. He stated there was a large number of comments on the build videos of people asking for a Tally-Ho themed instrument. But the instrument was not Tally-Ho themed per Leo's request. So this new Tally-Ho themed build would have functioned to satisfy the viewers request.

[@JDanielGraham]

Yep that, and I was pumped about the idea!@@donanders2110

[@JDanielGraham]

Yep that was it!@@Blue2swing

[@JDanielGraham]

I will do it in the future. I want to make sure I do it right. Apparently raffles can fall under gambling and KZbin can shut your channel down for participation. so...I'll figure it out. Thanks for the feedback! I appreciate it.

[@TheSharkey22]

Some months ago I read, probably on Reddit, that KZbin deleted a music channel for 'raffling off' a high value computer and software which is against KZbin policy. You can do giveaways but not a lottery. Don't remember all the details but folks need to think a bit before blaming Leo. There may be legal implications that could affect Leo's business, US status and YT channel. Just sayin'.

[@JDanielGraham]

Exactly! That was one of the reasons.

[@dannyfromtexas5989]

1st comment. Lol. I have enjoyed watching these and you have a new subscriber.

[@JDanielGraham]

Im so glad. Thanks

[@bradleybuzard5931]

Of course Leo must approve, I'd assumed he already had. I must admit to being disappointed though, it would have been a unique instrument and a joy to watch its creation.

[@JDanielGraham]

Yeah It would have been great. I didnt see the complications coming and although I was trying to help and make fun project, it would not have turned out that way. So I regret getting to excited and asking to see if it was a viable project before hearing back from Leo but I am very glad I didnt assume it was ok and start making it!

[@casperbehrens]

I was just about to ask about a banjo build until I hit the 2 minute mark 😂 can't wait!

[@JDanielGraham]

That is coming soon!

[@vhuttyu]

Hey, I notice you have a full set of fine adjusters on both these violins - any particular reason? Also, have you given any thought to the new geared pegs coming on the market?

[@JDanielGraham]

Yes I have fine adjusters for each string! Very observant! I put them on leos for the same reason I do it on mine here in Kentucky. The humidity changes so much here and in Washington that it is just easier to have as you are playing. Often time old time jam sessions go from evening into the night and it is nice to be able to tweak a string. Good eye.

[@rickvangunten4800]

No Worries, I am sure Leo has his reasons. It certainly won't stop me from following your posts.

[@JDanielGraham]

I appreciate that! thanks. Yeah. Lots of reasons I didnt consider, like how raffles can be seen as gambling and youtube can shut down your channel for participating... which would be the worst for tally ho!

[@Tammy-un3ql]

👌👌😍😍

[@jjrevelry7913]

Hi the viloin is beautiful - I wondered if you thought of puting the map (or a different map say a world map silk screen) on the outside of the back so that it was visible?

[@JDanielGraham]

Thanks! Yeah I thought about it but Leo wanted it more traditional so I thought it would be a fun secret on the inside.

[@spacecowboy461]

That's too bad it seemed like a nice idea, I am still excited to see what you do next, so far have really enjoyed your videos and am planning on sticking around!

[@JDanielGraham]

I really appreciate that! Thanks.

[@paulgreene421]

When can we hear it play😮

[@JDanielGraham]

The tally ho violin? It is played at the end of episode six.

[@paulgreene421]

@@JDanielGraham 😀

[@heatherwilliamson-morton1260]

Hi, I was wondering what strings you thought would do well in the marine environment, not just because of the salt in the air potentially damaging them but also maintaining stable tuning (as much as you can with new strings) due to humidity and temperature changes?

[@JDanielGraham]

There are two sets that I would use. Nothing will be damage proof from the environment I imagine but these last longer on the hand and over time than others I have used. I am one of those people that try and get the most life out of any strings I can. I would recommend Vision Strings or Helicore Strings. They are lower cost and last well. I would not put crazy costing strings on there.

[@heatherwilliamson-morton1260]

@@JDanielGraham thanks Daniel, which ones did you put on Leo’s fiddle?

[@JDanielGraham]

@@heatherwilliamson-morton1260 I put the helicore on there I think. But i did change out for a gold E string for a warmer tone. It is not necessary but was a recommendation from a player that tested it out.

[@heatherwilliamson-morton1260]

@@JDanielGraham yeah, I do like a gold E. ok well I might get a set to try out just to see what he’s going to be working with, thanks.

[@JDanielGraham]

@@heatherwilliamson-morton1260 What is your relationship to him? Great Question but just curious why you wanted to know?? IF I can ask.

[@antiGAE1776]

Did you use original Tally Ho wood that is over 100 years old?

[@JDanielGraham]

No I used the wood from the the restoration work. The original wood is not suitable for its roll in instrument making. I offered that to Leo and he wanted it more traditional which I tried to honor. I was ready to use all the old stuff or new stuff.

[@moltderenou]

Shame as I have been unable, for various reasons, to contribute financially to Leo and the project before now, although I have been following him visually and spiritually since the very beginning.

[@johnkonn8003]

do you build wind instrments

[@JDanielGraham]

not yet...I have always wanted to. I am making a tenor recorder coming up this year for a weird side project. But I have always loved woodwinds.

[@88TRUNKBACK]

How about still doing “a ships fiddle” stylized after a different historical ship

[@JDanielGraham]

I think that is a great idea. My dad was a navy man his whole life so maybe I'll do a historical naval ship. Could be super cool.

[@JamesArmstrong-fh4lt]

It didn't think Leo would sign off on this.

[@JDanielGraham]

I didnt see the complications coming and although I was trying to help and make fun project, it would not have turned out that way. So I regret getting to excited and asking to see if it was a viable project before hearing back from Leo but I am very glad I didnt assume it was ok and start making it! He was excited and liked the idea it just was too risky and complicated with the raffle since it can be construed as gambling and channels can get shut down for it. As well as a branding issue which I totally get.

[@JamesArmstrong-fh4lt]

A raffle by definition is gambling.@@JDanielGraham

[@njric71]

I've been a fan and follower of the Tally Ho project for a few years now. I guess he has his reasons and is entitled to have them, but I've got to say that I'm a bit dissappointed in Mr. Goolden at this very moment. I wonder if that's why the videos from the fine folks trying to fix his broken capstan seem to have stopped. There are a couple of other wooden boat projects I've been following for a few years now as well. You might want to reach out to the Acorn to Arabella or the Rediviva crews. I'm sure either of them would be thrilled to have a boat themed hand crafted instrument that you've created.

[@JDanielGraham]

I dont envy leos spot. The raffle or fundraiser can be charged as gambling from state to state and KZbin has removed some channels for running lotteries or raffles. So he wants no risk in that. Also apparently a lot of people try and cash in on the tally ho name so to keep that from happening they only allow fundraising and such to come from them directly. I have thought about reaching out to others at some point possibly but I also dont want to diminish the gift to tally ho. So we will see.

[@MrMadmark9]

the tally-ho fiddle needs a water-proof and floatable case! 😀

[@JDanielGraham]

haha For sure.

[@OscarSommerbo]

Too bad it won't happen, but respecting the Tally Ho project is obviously more important to you and I have nothing but respect for that.

[@JDanielGraham]

Thanks. I didnt see the complications coming and although I was trying to help and make fun project, it would not have turned out that way. So I regret getting to excited and asking to see if it was a viable project before hearing back from Leo but I am very glad I didnt assume it was ok and start making it!

[@mdbrmb]

I can’t think of even one reason Leo wouldn’t want you to do this.

[@frederickstibbert7389]

A raffle is a 'game of chance' that's subject to state gambling laws. Leo is prob'ly spending a bit already for a visa lawyer & a business accountant - & doesn't need the add'l complications, even though the proposal was well-meant.

[@JDanielGraham]

That is one for sure. @@frederickstibbert7389

[@JDanielGraham]

One good one right below here. Also people try and cash in on the tally ho name. And while i was trying to do it for good he can't support all the projects people try and do under the name so to control it he tries to keep the only tally ho stuff coming from them. Which I respect. I can only imagine now after thinking about it how many people could make anything and claim it was from tally ho and make a quick buck.

[@williampullar4028]

Disappointed, but enjoy your videos and look forward to whatever is coming.

[@JDanielGraham]

Same here. But on we go!

[@fordfan3179]

Aww, too bad. I have two sons who are musicians. Either of them would have loved something like that.

[@JDanielGraham]

Yeah it was a bummer but I will be making more. Just not Tally ho themed. What do your sons play?

[@JDanielGraham]

So cool! It has to be awesome to have a house so full of music!

[@jaywatson7451]

Would you consider a commissioning of the pocket violin? Message me if you think you could make videos of that. “The Comish.”

[@JDanielGraham]

I could make a pocket violin but nothing with the tally ho name or association. I do not want to come across as using their name for profit. But I am always up for making a custom instrument! It could be a generic boat shaped one just for fun. That is traditional to make.

[@jaywatson7451]

How much would it take to commission the boat style? Maybe an aviation feel? I have access to wood for it as well if that would make it more interesting.

[@JDanielGraham]

my email is [e-mail] shoot me a message and we can hash out all of the details! @@jaywatson7451

[@sctanton]

A wee-bit disappointed, but I am sure Leo had good reasons. I will keep following your next builds, whatever you may chose. 😊

[@JDanielGraham]

Same here. But they were good reasons. Raffles can sometimes get charged as gambling and youtube can shut down channels for it. That is one of many reasons that I didnt see coming. Thanks for following along!

[@flossey100]

💖💖💖🇦🇺

[@chrisgriffith1573]

I still want to see you do a Pichette... why can't you just do what you planned and not call it "Tally ho" or the raffle?

[@JDanielGraham]

I think i still could do a pochette, I would love to. I definitely dont want to call it tally ho out of respect and I never want anyone to think i am trying to cash in on their work. The raffle apparently is also a way youtube channels have been shut down in the past since it can be considered gambling. If someone wants to order one I would love to make one! But I can't afford to spend a couple months making it otherwise as of now. If I was a full time KZbinr maybe but that is not how I make a living.

[@mdlclap]

Bummer!

[@Texicus_Reddicus]

Fair enough. I think you might have jumped the gun a little. Still a nice fiddle

[@JDanielGraham]

Yep I did. I didnt see the complications coming and although I was trying to help and make fun project, it would not have turned out that way. So I regret getting to excited and asking to see if it was a viable project before hearing back from Leo but I am very glad I didnt assume it was ok and start making it!

[@smolville]

The bad thing about hyde glue is if a dog gets a hold of it. The dog will totally destroy your work.

[@Texicus_Reddicus]

I know you're probably joking, but hide glue is really the only suitable glue for instruments.

[@smolville]

I'm not joking. That dog won't leave you enough to repair.

[@JDanielGraham]

Oh I can only imagine! its like liquid raw hide!

[@michaelbissen1946]

No harm / No fowl

[@Ruddigore]

You have completed the Tally Ho fiddle and it's now time to move on; a new project, a new theme, and hopefully, new subscribers.

[@JDanielGraham]

Sounds like a plan to me! Thanks for following along

[@royormonde3682]

You could still build the boat shape with a parrot head, I thought that would be cool, just don't put the name Tally Ho on it. Seems Leo didn't want a Tally Ho violin and he doesn't want anyone else to have one. Too bad....everyone is always worried about liabilities and lawyers, maybe it's a trade mark issue and Leo doesn't want someone making money off his project.

[@JDanielGraham]

It's both they dont want to have their name out of their control which I totally understand! But also youtube channels have been shut down for raffles depending on state laws and such, it can be seen as gambling. That is not a risk anyone wants to take especially the tally ho channel. I still might make a boat inspired one just not tally ho.

[@OwenMichaels]

You gave the impression previously that Leo approved of your project and that you were both in communication. Your posting here seems to be admission of something contrary.

[@JDanielGraham]

I did reach out to leo and ask before the last video. I made the mistake of getting a poll from everyone before hearing a response. I made an assumption that he would be cool with it, not thinking through the reasons why it would not be a good idea. I assumed wrong. As soon as I heard back from him I took down the other video to make sure the idea didnt get anymore support. I should have waited for a response before making the idea public that was my mistake. I didnt think the raffle could be seen as gambling from state to state and have consequences from youtube as well as some other reasons he gave. Thanks for your comment

[@ardeladimwit]

rather disappointed with Leo, but the idea was really beautiful and carry on with making beautiful instruments. A fiddle with a parrot head would be fun no matter what and Leo hasn't got the corner on market for tall ships and parrots. Make one anyway for the sake of fun and honor another ship elsewhere. there are other tall ships and sailboats. Am sure somebody else in Port Townsend or elsewhere would be quite happy to give you wood. Sorry just not impressed by Leo.

[@JDanielGraham]

I still may do the idea of a ship themed one. My dad was in the navy his whole life so it would be close to home to do a historic naval vessel. But Leo had good reasons. Lots of reasons I didn't consider, like how raffles can be seen as gambling and youtube can shut down your channel for participating... which would be the worst for tally ho. But also apparently lots of people try and cash in on the name tally ho so he they keep all fundraising coming from them, which I respect.

[@ardeladimwit]

@@JDanielGraham a few reason I can understand by not the rejection of idea... He could offer to take over the raffle/ bidding himself if he was that distrustful of situation.. and normally something like that would only be announced via KZbin but more likely held elsewhere in reality. Doesn't matter. If you have a mental picture of the thing, you should carry on and do it. Leo doesn't need the support so much and he's not declared nonprofit, so it's like he's well funded but not quite above board. He's grayzone...

[@JDanielGraham]

I think i will make it one day but not tally ho related. But naval and ship related for sure. @@ardeladimwit

[@ardeladimwit]

@@JDanielGraham it's good to hear. the description was intriguing.

[@jdjones4825]

The advantage leo has taken overall, with every aspect of the project, makes me cringe more frequently as time goes on... I'm guessing, for starters it's to do with upstaging people ...?

[@frederickstibbert7389]

For starters, Leo is a British subject living in the USA under a visa & running a private business here. His visa now gets reviewed yearly, & 1 sure way (of many) to lose it is by being less than squeaky-clean w/ his tax records. Charity auctions or raffles are regulated by laws that vary from state to state, and I'll venture that they can't be used to benefit a private business.

[@UK_Lemons]

I don't understand. Leo taking what advantage? Tally ho project is a business as well as an entertainment for the viewers. Leo is employing a number of highly skilled craftsmen and using the best materials available to him. It is not a hobby and costs plenty. You seem rather down on the project.

[@UK_Lemons]

Also wondering who he might be upstaging? He always gives his crew a lot of on screen time and they seem to be having a lot of fun.

[@jdjones4825]

@@UK_Lemons watch the programs and work it out

[@JDanielGraham]

I had the same question to the comment@@UK_Lemons