From Civil War to war protest. Wagon trains to steam trains. Old west to new west. Hobos and hoedowns. Blues to bluegrass. Ragtime and swingtime. Rock of Ages to rockabilly.  It’s folk, traditional, old time, contemporary and classic American music Called, “Americana”.  Doug Moon; soloist, member of "Danance" the Contra Dance Band, leader of "Calico" Bluegrass Band, member of Songmakers, and teacher of guitar, banjo and harmonica, brings you this site. Please e-mail for more info, comments, and to contact.   Thanks,  Doug   ....................                   "Click Play" to hear music  ............                                       

     Doug at the Desert Song Music Festival, 2005

CD  project currently under way,  which will be a compilation of mostly old, and a few contemporary, blues, ragtime, swing, western, and bluegrass vocals and instrumentals.  All instruments, guitar (reg and slide), banjo, harmonica, bass, and some vocals will be Doug. Groups Doug is currently working  with;    Danance and Calico.  Also doing session work for others.  Portable and home recording also available.                                        

 Danance at Topanga Banjo Fiddle contest, 2008

Danance, the legal Contra Band. Contra Dances every 4th Sat. at 7pm in Lancaster Ca. at the Lutheran Church of the Master.  Jigs, Reels, Polkas, Two Step, Waltzs, Caller leads, and if you can't dance, just come and listen to the best old time Irish, Scottish and American fiddle tunes being played in the Mojave Desert.  ***********************************************                 

Desert Song Productions,  producing local Americana   music events,  house concerts, open mics, and promoting Danance, The Antelope Valley Song Circle, and Butler's Coffee. Also supporting  local music artists. Check out the DSP website for great local cultural music events....

    Current Events.  Gigs.  Venues.  Hoots.  Updates.  Watch this spot for changes and news........           
Popular Western Music Artist, TONY VICE, appearing with Doug on Sun., Sept. 18, in Quartz Hill, CA.      See Events page for details.!

   Calico at Merrill Gardens,  2009

Songmakers Corner. Doug and Stan Jamming at one of the many campouts.   Hoots, Jams, Songcircles,  Parties and other events on a weekly basis.  Come join the  fun at the -                                     SUSPENDED !     
"Antelope Valley Song Circle /Jam" in Lancaster.  Every 1st Friday of the Month(TBA). From 7 to 11 pm. at ;   Call or e-mail for details.  trainsong"@"folk-blues.com.  Hosted by Doug Moon and led by a SM. Coffee, tea or  juice provided.  Please bring a snack to share.  Thanks ....