Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: musicmick
Date: 09 May 03 - 04:33 PM

I will be reviewing "Herrings In The Bay" in next month's TUNE UP. The review will be posted on Mudcat after it is published and sent to the member/subscribers. I usually send a prepublication copy of the column to the artist but, if she sends me her e-mail address, I will zap one off to Mary Garvey too. She can contact me at [e-mail]   

               Mike Miller

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: Barbara
Date: 08 May 03 - 11:08 PM

Here's the link to words and tune for Astoria's Bar.
Blessings,
Barbara

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: sharyn
Date: 04 May 03 - 01:00 PM

Hi Mary,

Congratulations. I didn't know that "Boats of Peter's River" was your song -- my friend Valentine in Connecticut sings it. Yay!

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: SINSULL
Date: 04 May 03 - 12:06 PM

I just purchased a copy of Gordon Bok's first LP on Ebay. This one slipped by the $40+ bidders this time. A coup!

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: JennyO
Date: 04 May 03 - 10:23 AM

Yes I was there too - inside watching the concert fortunately. I had never heard him before, and now I understand what all the fuss is about. I was totally moved, both by his voice and that lovely 12 string guitar. I would have bought his new CD too, on the spot, but couldn't. Like Sandra said - buggerbuggerbugger!

Jenny

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: Sandra in Sydney
Date: 04 May 03 - 10:09 AM

He was at my other folk club last night & was fantastic. As I was in the front room collecting the money I didn't hear the entire concert, but enough to know what a great entertainer he is.

The only problems was the CDs sent to his previous host didn't arrive, so we couldn't buy 'em!! buggerbuggerbugger. My wallet was full of money, so all I have to do is contact another of of his hosts who did receive CDs & get one. Which means waiting patiently.

And what is even worse, I returned a heap of CDs to Bob Bolton last night (including Harbours of Home).

sandra (looking forward to getting a copy

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: Don Firth
Date: 03 May 03 - 02:11 AM

Way to go, Mary! I'm ordering up a copy.

Don Firth

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: kendall
Date: 02 May 03 - 09:33 PM

I'm listening to Herrings in the Bay. Lovely stuff. I only have one problem with it, his voice is so deep my cd player is shaking like a dog shittin' razor blades.

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: Barbara
Date: 02 May 03 - 01:58 AM

So, Mary, can I post it?
Blessings,
Barbara

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: KathWestra
Date: 01 May 03 - 05:19 PM

Congratulations, Mary. I've been listening to "Herrings in the Bay" for about three weeks now and noted to myself and to friends on several occasions what a talented songwriter you are. Gordon knows how to pick 'em! I'm especially partial to "Boats of Peter's River"--an exceptionally well-crafted song. The others are also fine songs, although I have to admit that I enjoyed them better with Gordon's solo singing of them in his recent Washington, DC, concert than I do with the big chorus (especially on Astoria Bar, where the words get a little muddied by the numerous voices). The chorus obviously is having fun, though, both on that song and on "Cannery Shed." Hooray for you!
Kathy

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: GUEST
Date: 01 May 03 - 05:07 PM

The Boats of Peters River was the second song that Mike Regenstrief played on Folk Roots & Folk Branches this morning from CKUT in Montreal. The first was Sweet William & Lady Margaret by Jean Ritchie.

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: Stilly River Sage
Date: 01 May 03 - 01:41 AM

Congratulations, Mary!

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: mg
Date: 01 May 03 - 12:57 AM

Thanks everyone...there are some really great songs on this c.d., as you can expect...and such a great voice (voices plural) singing them..mg

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: Deckman
Date: 30 Apr 03 - 09:48 PM

Good for you, Mary! CHEERS, Bob(deckman)Nelson

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: kendall
Date: 30 Apr 03 - 09:08 PM

He's also a modest man, a good sailor and a hell of a good friend.

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: Art Thieme
Date: 30 Apr 03 - 08:49 PM

Ms O'Meara is very probably the "Great Selkie" in person. It seems completely fitting that she has found quiet harbor and a place of repose at Timberhead.

I was just about to order a copy of this CD. Now I think I'll go and do that very thing. Mr. Bok is a great artist.

Art Thieme

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: David Ingerson
Date: 30 Apr 03 - 08:20 PM

What a great honor, Mary, and affirmation of your song-writing work and inspiration!

May there be many more!

And thanks, Mark, for letting us know.

DAvid

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: Miken
Date: 30 Apr 03 - 08:07 PM

Well done, Mary!!!! I'm buying this one sterrrraightaway.

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: SINSULL
Date: 30 Apr 03 - 07:33 PM

Congratulations!!!!!!! Sneaky though. How long have you been keeping this a secret?

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: katlaughing
Date: 30 Apr 03 - 06:17 PM

Ed, lots to listen to at Folk Legacy. Scroll down.

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: catspaw49
Date: 30 Apr 03 - 06:10 PM

When I saw this thread this AM, I thought...."Our MARY GARVEY???" I believed it possible, just couldn't believe it if you know what I mean. I imagine you might feel that way a bit yourself, but there it is in black and white and along with everyone else here....

CONGRATS MARY and WAY TO GO!!!!!!

This is just the best. I hope you have a huge smile on your face!!!!! If not you can borrow part of the one I've got on mine! Treat yourself to something special and tell us all about it!!!!

Spaw

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: Ed.
Date: 30 Apr 03 - 04:26 PM

Thread drift:

Over the years I've come to realise that Gordon Bok is a big favourite for a number of Mudcatters.

I'd like to hear him, but with money being very tight right now, I can't justify buying a CD because several people that I don't know think he's great.

Are there any audio clips available online? (even 30 second real audio ones)

I've tried www.gordonbok.com but there don't seem to be any there.

Anywhere else that I might look?

Thanks

Ed

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: Barbara
Date: 30 Apr 03 - 02:58 PM

Congrats Mary! You deserve it. Now, how about a Mary Garvey CD?
The Boats of Peter's River is here in the Forum, soon to be in DT.
How about it, Mary, can I post Astoria's Bar, too? (and Cannery Shed
when I get through transcribing it)?
Mary has just bunches and bunches of wonderful songs. I keep taping them and maybe soon I'll get more of them transcribed. She's hard to
keep up with.
Blessings,
Barbara

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: Big Mick
Date: 30 Apr 03 - 02:12 PM

Mary...............I can't think of anything that makes me happier to hear than this. What wonderful news!! I will order this one straight away.

Congratulations, my friend.

Mick

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: Allan C.
Date: 30 Apr 03 - 01:21 PM

Congrats, Mary!

Subject: Gordon Bok CD: Herrings In The Bay
From: Joe Offer
Date: 30 Apr 03 - 12:14 PM

Here's the announcement:

Hello from Timberhead!
I thought you'd like to know that Gordon has just released a new album. It's called "Herrings In The Bay" and is a tribute to the independent inshore fisheries which are sadly fading away along with the family farm and other cherishable small businesses. The music is haunting, humorous and beautiful.
Gordon wrote an "oratorio" for a cappella ensemble called "One More Morning" which is sort of a running commentary on a night of purse-seining. I love the changing rhythms of the sea, the net-hauling, the boat engine. It's sung by the highly-esteemed group, The January Men And Then Some, of which Gordon is a member.

That's on the album, along with several songs written by Mary Garvey of the great Northwest, some of Gordon's, songs from Australia, Newfoundland, the Americas and the British Isles. A new version of the much-requested GB oldie, "Herring Croon", graces this album as well.

We've tried a new packaging style this time on the CDs, replacing the plastic jewel box with a cardstock cover full of color and liner notes. It reminds me of the wonderful old LP jackets with graphics, photos and lyrics - I missed that when we went to cassettes! Anyway, we thought we'd try something different, and the result is stunning.   Check it out at www.gordonbok.com. It's a visual treat to match the musical one.

If you'd like a copy of "Herrings In The Bay", you can order it online with a credit card at www.gordonbok.com or by mail with a check or money order using the address below. The CD is $16, cassette $10. (Add for shipping: $4 US, $6 Canada, $8 other countries).


Happy Spring, wherever you are!
Selkie O.

Selkie O'Mira, Manager
Timberhead Music
PO Box 840 Camden ME 04843
[phone]
on the web: www.gordonbok.com
email: [e-mail]

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Here's the track listing:

• Herring Croon
  
• Little River
  
• Astoria Bar
  
• The Boats of Peter's River
  
• O Vento
  
• El Pescador
  
• Jack Hinks
  
• Oh, No More
  
• Hush Song
  
• Candlelight Fisherman
  
• Help Me To Raise 'Em
  
• Round Our Skiff
  
• Cannery Shed (Stella)
  
• Trochus Boats
  
• Where is the Light / Memory for Seal Island
  
• One More Morning

   

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I'm sure Sandy and Caroline Paton will carry the album at http://www.folklegacy.com

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: Mantid
Date: 30 Apr 03 - 12:11 PM

I've just gotten my copy through the mail (It wasn't available at the concert). Mary's songs include Astoria Bar, The Boats of Peter's River, and Cannery Shed. Great listening to them. The rest of the songs are wonderful especially One More Morning by Bok.
Congratulations, Mary

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: CapriUni
Date: 30 Apr 03 - 11:56 AM

(Grinning madly!!)

Congratulations!!!

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: Amos
Date: 30 Apr 03 - 11:39 AM

COngratulations, Mary!! Wow!

A

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: katlaughing
Date: 30 Apr 03 - 10:46 AM

Wow! That is terrific, mary. Congratulations!

Thanks, Mark, for letting us know!!

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: kendall
Date: 30 Apr 03 - 10:45 AM

He's never recorded any of my stuff! You are honored. Congratulations.

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: open mike
Date: 30 Apr 03 - 10:41 AM

which song(s)?
do tell, we are happy for you!

Subject: RE: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: mg
Date: 30 Apr 03 - 10:15 AM

yeah..it certainly is an honor...mg

Subject: Gordon Bok records Mary Garvey songs
From: Mark Cohen
Date: 30 Apr 03 - 07:15 AM

I just got an email from Selkie O'Mira of Timberhead Records, announcing the upcoming release of Gordon's latest CD, called "Herring's in the Bay." She says it includes some songs by Mary Garvey. Would that be the Mudcat's own Mary Garvey? If so, heartiest congratulations!

Aloha,
Mark