The Cords

The Cords were a group of Franciscan monks based in Pulaski, WI and formed the band in 1964. They recorded the album 'The Franciscan Cords – Spiritual Troubadours' and two 45's for release on the Cuca label in 1969. Band members listed on the recordings include: Jim (Bonaventure) Bertler – Vocals, Organ, Also saxophone, Bass Kevin Schroder – Rhythm guitar Bertin Bieda – Electric accordion and Vocals James Francis Kendzierski – Tambourine, Vocals, screams, turkey calls Matthew Gawlik – Bass and 12-string guitar Sebastian Nocinski – Drums (polka numbers only) and Maracas Earl Hylok – Drums (for rock numbers) and Percussion Kenneth Mach – Vocals