Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene

Subject: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: wysiwyg
Date: 23 Oct 03 - 12:02 PM

We're going to be suspending the hosting of our monthly third-Friday jam/song circle, due to increased professional responsibilities and shifting health priorities in the coming year. Since starting our jam in 1997, a multitude of music opportunities have sprung up in the counties to the east, west, and north. We're going to be checking some of them out, hoping to see jam pals there, as well as getting together informally to play with folks we've met and played with at our jams. We'll continue to host Mudcat Gatherings and other all-weekend music houseparties from time to time, too.

I'll be inviting people to list their events and respond to questions about them here, since Mudcat also has such a wealth of resources that people can use and since many of these players have a lot they can share with us here at the 'Cat.

~Susan

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: wysiwyg
Date: 23 Oct 03 - 12:09 PM

LISTING YOUR MUSICIANS' EVENTS

Location, time, contact information, website? (Map links are helpful in our widespread, rugged area.) Is there a cost?

How are beginners incorporated in your sort of jam, session, or songcircle?

Is there a list of commonly-used beginner's tunes available?

Are there are specfic instruments that are welcome or not welcome?

Is there a particular genre of music that is the focus? Will music tend to be all instrumental, all sung, or a mix?

Are tunebooks/sonbooks/songhseets allowed? Is it expected that copies should be brought for others?

What are your thoughts on session etiquette?


Thanks,

~Susan

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: wysiwyg
Date: 23 Oct 03 - 03:38 PM

Past Mudcat threads about jam expectations, concerns, and resources...

~S~

Past Mudcat threads about jam expectations/concerns...


WHAT THE HECK IS IT??
Singaround, jam, song circle or session???


DIFFERENT GENRES/TYPES OF JAMS
More Elite Jam Session Etiquette
Etiquette for slow-jams
Old Time Music Jam
Oldtime Jamming Question (duh)
Celtic slow jam
Question about Irish Jams; instrument parts


HOSTING/LEADING
How to set-up 'slow' jams: Advise?
Do singarounds need someone to run them?
Being an open stage/jam host
Bad Manners at Sessions, Singarounds


ETIQUETTE: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Jam Etiquette
'Elite' jam sessions? Is it OK?
Hymns/gospel songs in jams?
Ten Commandments of Jamming
Shoot the rest of em (singaround disturbances)
Hoot Etiquette
Talking and other session etiquette
Session Etiquette
Song Circle Etiquette for Dummies
Musical Etiquette 3:Tambourine vs. voice


BEGINNERS' RESOURCES
Singarounds- Forgetting your words
10 standards for Irish/Celtic jams
Song suggestions for singarounds
BS: Ideas for singarounds
folk jams at campgrounds
One-Chord Songs
Songs with only 2 chords
Two chord songs
Two chord songs needed
Two chord banjo songs/minor key?

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: wysiwyg
Date: 15 Mar 05 - 11:54 AM

refresh

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: wysiwyg
Date: 29 Jun 06 - 10:24 PM

refresh

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: SharonA
Date: 30 Jun 06 - 09:42 PM

Thanks, Susan. Glad to hear that your Gatherings will still be happening. Gotta make it to one of 'em soon!

So what are these "music opportunities" in the counties east of you? And is there nothing to the south (a.k.a. closer to me!)?

Sharon

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: wysiwyg
Date: 10 Jul 06 - 12:44 PM

The Twin Tiers is that area along the PA/NY border.

I'll post what I get as I get it in email. Here's one:

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... Free dance at Mansfield University [Mansfield, PA] this Thursday night [July 13] from 7-10 pm. It will be held in the parking lot of Laurel Hall, across from the president's house. In case of rain it will be held in the Decker gym. (only athletic-type shoes; NO
hard-soled shoes, boots, etc. are allowed in the gym)

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People can PM me with an email address if you'd like me to email the originator to ask them add you to their email list.

~Susan

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: wysiwyg
Date: 10 Jul 06 - 12:49 PM

In Mansfield, PA:

Friday nights, music and poetry at FINE ARTS FORUM SCHEDULED SHOWS.

~S~

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: wysiwyg
Date: 10 Jul 06 - 12:54 PM

In Painted Post, NY:

VALLEY FOLK

Valley Folk is more than just a concert series...

it is a community of people sharing an interest in the preservation of traditional music and related arts. Listeners and musicians alike can find a comfortable place in volunteer activities, sharing music during an open mic, or in a dish-to-pass supper before a concert.

Monthly concerts take place at First United Methodist Church, 1034 Broad Street in Horseheads, NY.

Jam after the concerts! Bring your instrument (beginning around 10 pm)

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Also, there are other jams in Painted Post-- People can PM me with an email address if you'd like me to email the hostess to ask her to add you to her email list.

~S~

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: wysiwyg
Date: 10 Jul 06 - 02:49 PM

Blues in Elmira, NY:

Bring the Blues
Bring the Blues
221 West Water Street, Elmira, NY 14901
[phone]
Email: [e-mail]
(Restaurant with Live Blues Entertainment Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. Cover charge.)



Blues in Williamsport, PA:

Billtown Blues Association

~S~

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: LilyFestre
Date: 10 Jul 06 - 09:48 PM

Twin Tiers Music Scene July 2006


Ithaca NY Music Scene

Muse Fest and More Info

GrassRoots Festival, Trumansburg, NY

No need to go through me to get on a mailing list, feel free to contact any and all!

Enjoy!

Michelle

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: LilyFestre
Date: 11 Jul 06 - 08:16 AM

The person to know in Tioga County for music concert information is Deb Rubin. She coordinates some of the concerts and the local jams. She also manages (and helps edit) the Canyon Country Newsletter that not only has concert listings but also a For Sale section that somethings has some neat stuff. If you'd like to receive this free newsletter (really a much better resource for non-mainstream music), email Deb at: [e-mail]

Also, the link that failed above was for a local newspaper music section. You can find it by visiting www.star-gazette.com and look into the Entertainment Section under Calendar. :)

Enjoy!

Michelle

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: LilyFestre
Date: 11 Jul 06 - 08:25 AM

Er, make that sometimes...sometimes the newsletter has some neat stuff!   :) You know what I meant...didn't you?!?!?!   ;)

Michelle

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: Dave Ruch
Date: 11 Jul 06 - 12:22 PM

I'll be doing a few things down in that general area over the next few months. Hope you don't mind my posting them on this thread:

Aug 26, afternoon, NYS & American traditional songs for children & families at the 1827 One Room Schoolhouse in or near Ithaca NY

Sept 14, 1-3pm, Mansfield Univ, Mansfield PA, Multicultural Arts Day workshop for art & music educators, topic tbd (TENTATIVE)

Sept 16, 7:30pm, Cranberry Coffeehouse concert series in Binghamton, sharing the night w/ Ithaca singer Pamela Goddard, presenting a wide range of (mostly) traditional regional folk songs.

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: ridge plucker
Date: 11 Jul 06 - 01:08 PM

I see that Grass Stained Genes is playing at Ten West on the 21st. If you are in the area they are one heck of a good band. The banjo player is amazing. If you have not seen them you owe it to yourself to catch them at least once. Also Carol makes a nice cup of coffee.

Pete

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: LilyFestre
Date: 11 Jul 06 - 10:18 PM

Yes she does! So is it a date? *GRIN*

Michelle

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: ridge plucker
Date: 11 Jul 06 - 11:05 PM

Lilyfestre,

Are you flirting with me :)~ Sure I will pick you up around ahhhh I will just surprise you. Might as well go for ice cream first at sunset.

Pete

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: LilyFestre
Date: 12 Jul 06 - 10:06 AM

Ridge Plucker,

Oooohhhhhhhhhh...Sunset ice cream AND coffee AND great music?!?!??!   You sure do know how to sweep a girl off her feet!!! I'll be awaiting your arrival with great anticipation...........

Michelle

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: wysiwyg
Date: 13 Jul 06 - 05:36 PM

From SIMPLE GIFTS email, a few appearances accessible from the Twin Tiers. Sound clips, full schedule with links, and contact info are at their website if you want to hear a sample or sign up for their mailing list.

~S~

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Aug 11-13, Heart of the Alleghenies Festival, Bradford PA 716/676-2260

Sept 8-10, GREENWOOD FURNACE Folk Gathering, near State College PA,
814/643-6220

Oct 27, Reitz Theatre, DuBois PA, 814/375-4274

Dec 31, First Night Binghamton, Binghamton NY, 607/723-8572

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: LilyFestre
Date: 13 Jul 06 - 09:30 PM

Both Ridge Plucker and myself have seen Simple Gifts numerous times and highly recommend that you see them if you get the chance. Their guitarist, Karen Hirshon, won the Song of the Year Award from an Accoustic Association, the name of which escapes me at the moment. In anycase, they are delightful and enjoy jamming with their audience. Karen also plays a mean set of spoons!

   The Folk Gathering at Greenwood Furnace looks to be a great event as well. We attended a larger workshop that these women held earlier this summer, Folk College. If you can go, DO! We are planning on it! Lots of great people and music...how can you go wrong? :)

Also, in Bradford County (a 2 hour drive from Wellsboro), there will be the Third Annual Heart of the Alleghenies Folk Music Festival hosted by Clark and Cindy. Dates are: Friday, August 11 through Sunday, August 13, 2006. We're planning on this one too! Come join the fun! Alleghenies Folk Festival

Michelle

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: wysiwyg
Date: 15 Jul 06 - 10:30 AM

Here's another opportunity that has no website, but info I have permission to post here from a mailing list. I can link you up with the list if you PM me an email addy to forward to the list hostess. Or you can take a chance on last-minute changes, and just show up! :~)

~S~

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From Kaaren in the Ithaca (NY) area--- Monthly jams:

What: Music, because we love it! The people who come to the jam determine what music is done. So far there has been a huge variety and a lot of fun!

Where: 213 S. Albany St., around the corner from City Health Club, the Firehall and down the street from Bangs Funeral Home on the corner.

When: First Tuesday of the Month every month, 7 PM until we're done- latecomers/early leavers all welcome!


**If anyone just wants to do music other than once a month, we can set it up!*


Kaaren also says more is planned:

I'm about to add three Saturday jams, starting in the fall - one in the fall, one next spring (2007), and one next summer (2007).

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: wysiwyg
Date: 16 Jul 06 - 01:39 PM

Hey, why not:

A Polka Jammin' Good Time
Public Invited

Dance and Listen to the NEW and Different Polka Sound....
Along with Swing, Country, Waltzes and more!!!

Date: Saturday, July 29, 2006

Featuring: The Steve Meisner Band (From Whitewater, Wisconsin)
<> Playing over 200 Perfomances a year
<> First time in this area

Place: Spacious and Air-Conditioned "Horseheads Elks Club" BPOE
Hickory Grove Road, Horseheads, NY (2 miles from exit 51A off of Rt. 17 (I-86) Behind Arnot Mall)

Time: Doors Open 6:30 PM
<> Free Polka Dance Lesson starting qat 7:00 PM
<> Dance 8PM to 12:00AM

Tickets: Sold at Door $12.00/Person
<> Under 15 years in age $6.00 (accompanied by an adult)

Food: Ethnic and American menu items available for purchase.
<> Cash Bar-- (Absolutely NO carry-ins of Food and/or Beverage)

Sponsor: M and S Dance Promotions

Information: 607-527-9445

More Information


~Susan

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: wysiwyg
Date: 16 Jul 06 - 01:48 PM

Below from eARTS.org (Southern Finger Lakes, NY). More info and contact names/email addresses at their website.

Fall Fiddlers Gathering
On June 12th and 13th, The ARTS hosted the fifteenth annual "Old Time Fiddlers Gathering" at Watkins Glen (NY) State Park, featuring seven performances, an informal jamming tent, and a Saturday night square dance. This year The ARTS received a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts to support the Fiddlers Gathering and a complementary Blue Grass event to be held at the same site in September.

WATCH FOR MORE INFO


Contact Information:
32 West Market St., Corning, NY 14830
607/962-5871
Fax: [phone]
[e-mail]

~S~

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: wysiwyg
Date: 17 Jul 06 - 11:08 AM

The Cowanesque Valley Boys & Kelly play at a lot of Northern Tier (PA) events, including square dances held at the Mansfield Fire Hall:

Aug 2 , Bucktail camp ground, Mansfield 8 to 11
Aug 16, Mansfield Firehall, 8 to 12
Aug 23, Double EE Rodeo , 8 to 12
Aug 30, Bucktail Camp Ground, 8 to 12
Sept 13, Early Days, Cherryflats, 2 to 4 5 to 7

FMI: [e-mail]

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Mansfield PA annual event last weekend in September:

The Fabulous 1890's Weekend, Friday and Saturday, September 29-30, 2006 at Smythe Park in the town center.

The weekend revolves around the fact that the world's first night football game was played here on September 28, 1892. Strolling banjo players, bands, games and other family entertainment create a leisurely, fun day as you experience the color and friendliness of Mansfield in the 1890's. String bands and other live groups provide upbeat music throughout the day.

FMI: MANSFIELD CHAMBER of COMMERCE: [e-mail], [phone] or DAVID CUMMINGS: [e-mail] [phone]

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Wellsboro, PA area:

Endless Mountain Music Festival, July 29 - August 5

A week-long musical event featuring world-renowned [classical] musicians will kick off on July 29. The concerts begin July 29 and will run through August 5 at various venues around Wellsboro and Mansfield.

FMI: www.endlessmountain.net.

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Tioga County, PA:

Canyon Country

Acoustic Jam held each 2nd Sunday 2-5 p.m. at the school on Nichols St. in Wellsboro, PA (except during the summer festival season). Canyon Country also sponsors concerts.

FMI: Debbie Rubin: [e-mail].

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Tioga County, PA Festival Aug 18-20, 2006 (annual event)

Hickory Fest

Bands confirmed for this year are Jesse McReynolds, Hickory Project, The Duhks, Biscuit Burners, The Grass Is Dead, McKrells Borderdrive, Fieldstone, Bruce Hayes, Little Fields, Roots Of Bluegrass, Louie Setzer, Van Wagner, Stabber and Chasnoff, Grass Masters, Cherry Flats Ridge Pluckers, Jeremy Kittel Trio, Backwoods Experiment and many more. Workshops in fiddle, mandolin, banjo and clogging.

FMI: Anthony Hannigan at Hickory Productions: [e-mail], 607.426.4434

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Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: wysiwyg
Date: 19 Jul 06 - 06:25 PM

Binghamton, NY:

The Southern Tier Celebrates, located in Binghamton, New York, is an umbrella organization founded in 2002, a merger between the Binghamton Summer Music Festival (in its 20th year in 2005) & First Night Binghamton (in its 10th year in 2005).

The Binghamton Summer Music Festival features both ticketed and free performances in a variety of indoor and outdoor venues during July and August.

First Night® Binghamton is a family-oriented, alcohol-free, community celebration of the visual and performing arts on New Year's Eve with over 15,000 annual attendees visiting 20-30 sites around the city via free shuttle bus.

Southern Tier Celebrates
49 Court Street, 2nd floor MetroCenter
Binghamton, NY 13905
Tel: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

~S~

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: LilyFestre
Date: 21 Jul 06 - 07:58 AM

It's fair time and the local fairs have a great line-up!

The Troy (PA) Fair starts next week: Troy Fair, Bradford County, Pennsylvania

The second week in August is the beginning of the Tioga County Fair! Grass Stained Genes will be playing and Penny Eckman will be singing Patsy Cline tunes (man, you should hear this woman sing...she's AMAZING). Both of those concerts are free during the week and held inside the air-conditioned building! There's more going on, check it out here: Tioga County Fair, Whitneyville, Pennsylvania

Have fun!

Michelle

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: GUEST,LilyFestre
Date: 21 Jul 06 - 11:02 PM

Hey Ridge Runner,

   Thanks for an incredible evening, both the music (Grass Stained Genes) and company were delightful! :)

Michelle

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: GUEST,Lilyfestre
Date: 22 Jul 06 - 06:55 PM

OOPS....uh, I'm sorry Love, make that Ridge Plucker...LOL....it was past my bedtime, what can I say? The sentiment is still the same...I had a GREAT evening out with you!

Michelle

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: GUEST
Date: 22 Jul 06 - 07:09 PM

Chickster,

Me too, I love to see them play. Always a good time. If anyone is in the area and see them on a billing you should go check them out.

Pete

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: SharonA
Date: 21 Aug 06 - 07:11 PM

Is Sullivan County close enough for you guys? I'll be there this coming Saturday, in Eagles Mere, providing backup harmonies and instrumentals for my friend's gig in the evening. If you're interested, please send me a PM and I'll give you the details.

Hope to see some Mudcatters there!

Thanks,
Sharon

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: wysiwyg
Date: 21 Aug 06 - 07:31 PM

Please post it here!

MIGHT make it!

~Susan

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: wysiwyg
Date: 21 Aug 06 - 07:36 PM

Oops-- it's on a Saturday night, so I will be playing at church, darn it!

~S~

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: LilyFestre
Date: 21 Aug 06 - 08:00 PM

Eagles Mere is a lovely little town and I wish we could make it! We are headed over to Potter County for Saturday..meeting some out of town folks for kayaking and fishing at Kettle Creek.   Just out of curiousity, will you be playing on the Green? I love the atmosphere there!

Michelle

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: SharonA
Date: 23 Aug 06 - 08:42 PM

Hi, Susan and Michelle:

We'll be performing at a bed-and-breakfast in the town. I'd rather not post the details on the Forum because it's a small gig for family and friends, not a big public performance. So I can't invite everyone on the internet who might peruse this thread, but of course Mudcat members would be welcome and I would love to meet you. Again, if you can make it, please PM me for details, but do it tonight or tomorrow 'cause I'm headin' for them hills on Friday!

Sharon

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: wysiwyg
Date: 23 Aug 06 - 08:59 PM

OK, thanks for explaining-- and have a GREAT time!

~Susan

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: SharonA
Date: 24 Aug 06 - 07:16 PM

Susan: That's the plan! :^D

Hmmm, I'll have to ask the locals where the Green is, Michelle. Anyway, have fun kayaking and fishing. We're supposed to have great weather for it! (Crossing fingers now)

Irt's khard to typr with xceossed dfingers so I';ll xclopse njmow.

Taske carer,
Shaeropnm

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: LilyFestre
Date: 24 Aug 06 - 07:37 PM

LOL!!!!   The Green is a small park near the center of the village with beautiful shade trees and a lovely gazebo. They have a great craft fair there every year towards the beginning of August. I'm going to cross my fingers for you too...that you have a great audience and loads of fun.

XGood liucki ro yuou!!~!

Micvhjelle

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: wysiwyg
Date: 04 Sep 06 - 11:19 AM

In Tioga County, PA and surrounding area.

~S~

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CANYON COUNTRY CONCERTS NEWSLETTER

September 2006

Bruce Smith, Editor

*************************************************************


Monthly Acoustic Jam - Starting Back Up Next Sunday

Sponsored by the Canyon Country Concert Committee

2nd Sunday of the month

2-5 PM

Wellsboro Community Center

Queen Street

Wellsboro, PA

***********************************************************

Upcoming Events

NOTE: For all listings, it is a good idea to check with the venue
before attending on a particular evening in case of cancellations or
changes. Some of these happenings are "seasonal."


One-Time Events:

Pine Cradle Lake Bluegrass Festival, September 8-10
Pine Cradle Lake Campground, Rome, Pa
http://www.pclake.com/bluegrass.html

Louie Setzer and The Appalachian Mountain Boys, September 17
Bath Lutheran Church Bath, Pa 2:00
http://www.louiesetzer.com
Ron Penska- Bookings & information: [e-mail], 570-282-2731

The Fabulous 1890's Weekend, September 29, 30
Mansfield, Pa
Seneca Moon String Band Saturday, 11:30 a.m.;
Banjo Man, 2:00 p.m.;
Cherry Flats Ridge Pluckers 4:00 p.m. concert, 5:00 p.m. contra dance
Lot of other fun events; check them out at http://www.1890sweekend.com



On-Going Events:

Monthly Acoustic Jam Sponsored by the Canyon Country Concert Committee, 2nd Sunday of the month, 2-5 PM. Wellsboro Community Center, Queen Street, Wellsboro, PA

Muse and Music Friday Night Performance Series, Acoustic music, poetry, open stage. Every Friday 7:30 PM, 10 West Espresso, Mansfield, PA. See http://www.fineartsforum.org/ for schedule and details.

Monthly Folk Music Jam - (NOTE: This jam is on hold for the summer)
4th Friday of the month, 7:30 PM, Painted Post, NY.

Live Music, Night and Day Coffee Café, Mansfield, PA. See http://www.fineartsforum.org/ for schedule and details.

Soul Full Cup, Market Street, Corning, NY. Frequent acts: check with them for schedule. 607-936-9030, http://www.soulfullcup.com

Sugar Run Bluegrass Jam, Open Acoustic Jam, First Saturday of the month at 1:00 PM. Calvary Baptist Church, 902 Ruskin Drive, Altoona, PA 16602. Contact: Rev. Ron Anderson, 814-940-8352.

Acoustic Open Mic and Jam Session, Wednesdays, 7-10 PM. Tioga Trails Café, Owego, NY.

Bluegrass Jam Session, 3rd Sunday of Month. Tuscarora Elementary School, Addison, NY, 1 PM. Bring a dish to pass.

Susquehanna Folk Music Society-- This organization puts on many great shows throughout the year. They tend to be around the Harrisburg area, but are well worth the trip. http://www.sfmsfolk.org

Brandywine Friends of Old Time Music-- Lots of events are listed at their website: http://www.brandywinefriends.org.

Phil Shapiro and Carrie Shore, the American Folk Tradition
-- Their e-newsletter is free and details their many engagements. For information: 979 Harford Road, Dryden, NY 13053, 607-844-4535,   [e-mail], http://www.shapiroandshore.com.

New England Contra and Square Dancing, Every Friday, all year round, 8:00pm. Bethel Grove Community Center, 1825 Slaterville Road (NYS Rt.79), east of Ithaca, NY. Contra, Square, and Circle Dances on the Ithaca Commons Every Monday, June through mid-September, 7:30-10:00pm, Ithaca Commons Main Pavilion. Music by Your Friends and Neighbors. Beginners VERY Welcome, all dances are taught! Musicians are encouraged to bring their instrument and play!

Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts, UPCOMING ATTRACTIONS ON SALE NOW! Get your Tickets @ 717.214.ARTS (2787) or online @ www.whitakercenter.org

Seven Mountains Bluegrass Association, http://www.sevenmountainsbluegrass.org


For more information or to be added/removed to/from this mailing list: Debbie Rubin [e-mail]

Be sure to visit us at: http://www.canyoncountrybluegrass.com


NOTE: The content of this newsletter is the sole property and
responsibility of the Canyon Country Concert Committee. If you quote the newsletter, please do it accurately and cite the source.

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: wysiwyg
Date: 04 Sep 06 - 11:21 AM

Subject: House Concert: Joe Hickerson in Buffalo
From: Dave Ruch
Date: 29 Aug 06 - 10:46 AM

Buffalo NY, that is. We're excited that Joe will be giving a house concert at the home of Peggy Milliron in North Buffalo.

WHEN: Thursday, Sept 7, 2006 at 7pm
WHERE: Parkside Avenue, Buffalo NY
ADMISSION: $10 with reservation
CONTACT: [phone] for reservations, directions and more info   

Peggy's house on Parkside Ave is easy to find and convenient to the major routes in & out of town.

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: wysiwyg
Date: 30 Sep 06 - 01:39 PM

Another one from Kaaren in Ithaca (see above).

*What:* Music, because we love it! The people who come to the jam determine what music is done. If singers come, we sing. If drummers come, we drum. No matter what, we always have fun, no matter how small or large the group!

*Where:* 213 S. Albany St., around the corner from City Health Club, the Firehall and down the street from Bangs Funeral Home on the corner.

*When:* First Week of the Month every month- 7:00 to 10:00.

* ****SAVE THIS DATE: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2nd**** *After careful consideration of when the local concerts are happening and when the local sings and jams are happening I've decided upon Saturday, December 2nd as the first Saturday jam. *

*It will start at 1 and go till about 7 or 8, including a dish to pass at about 5. That way people can do music and go home before dark if they wish.*

I'm not comfortable posting Kaaren's phone number online, but people can PM me for further contact help.

~Susan

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: LilyFestre
Date: 30 Sep 06 - 02:34 PM

It's a little late to attend this event unless you are in the area since it is ending today, but for next year, keep your eye out in the Mansfield, PA area for the Fabulous 1890's Festvial! Lots of great old time music was enjoyed last night and today...still some time left for today if you are in the area! Not only is there music but there was a motorless parade, bands, animals, floats, horse and buggies, children dressed for the time period (adults too), a small fair in the town park...lots of fun for everyone! There were/are hot air balloons, spots exhibitions and then there's the event that is the center of it all...the very first night football game under lights took place at Symthe Park, Mansfield, PA in the 1890s. That game is re-enacted, complete with the uniforms worn then and the same rules. It's a great event and something to plan for in the future!

Michelle

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: wysiwyg
Date: 18 Jun 09 - 12:20 PM

  Subject:          Simple Gifts schedule - PA, WV, and DE
  Sender:          Linda Littleton 
  Date:                  Today 10:20

Hi Folks,


Here's Simple Gifts' upcoming schedule. We hope to see you!




Saturday-Sunday, June 20-21

Mid-Ohio Valley Multicultural Festival

Parkersburg WV

Saturday 2pm concert, workshop after

Sunday 11:30am workshop, 2pm concert

http://www.movmcf.org

304/424-3457 x139


Friday, June 26

Eastern Monroe Public Library

BookHouse Concert Series

Stroudsburg PA

concert 7:30, jamming after (bring instruments)

http://www.monroepl.org/

570/421-0800


Saturday, June 27

Lower Brandywine Church

Wilmington DE

workshop 5:30pm, concert 7:30pm

http://www.lowerbrandywine.org/

302/239-5759


Sunday, July 12

Hoodlebug Summerfest

Homer City PA (near Indiana PA), 724-479-8393

concert 1:45 to 3:30

724/479-3151

http://www.homercity.com

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Save September 11-13 for GREENWOOD FURNACE FOLK GATHERING, a fun and
friendly weekend of playing and hearing folk music, held at Greenwood
Furnace State Park in central PA. More info at
http://folkgathering.com or send me an email.

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Here's our schedule beyond. I'll send details later.


8/13 Sullivan County Arts Council, Dushore PA, 570/928-8927

8/14 Huntingdon County Fair, Huntingdon PA, 814/643-6220

8/29 Oil 150 Festival, Titusville PA, 814/827-2381

9/11-13 Greenwood Furnace Folk Gathering, State College PA,
814/643-6220

10/3 Middfest International Festival, Middletown OH, 513/425-7707

10/5 Potomac State College, Keyser WV, 304/788-6837

10/11 Elizabethville Library, Elizabethville PA (near Harrisburg),
717/234-4961

10/25 Bordentown Community Concerts, Bordentown NJ, 609/298-5465

10/27 Mt Aloysius College, Cresson PA, 814/886-6494

11/6 Lincoln Theatre, Marion VA, 276/783-6092

12/6 Union County Arts Ctr, Rahway NJ, 732-499-0441

We hope to see you soon! If you have any questions, give me a call
(numbers below) or send email. As always, presenters who are
considering hiring Simple Gifts are offered complimentary admission
to any of our concerts. There is also a grant available to support a
presenter's expenses to travel to hear us. Email me if you're
interested.

-Linda


Linda Littleton
Simple Gifts
814/238-8048 or 814/865-0819
http://www.simplegiftsmusic.com
[e-mail]

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: wysiwyg
Date: 23 Sep 10 - 03:15 PM

All of the following is a paste from email:

The Valley Folk website has been updated with more details about:

October 2 concert with songwriting genius Michael Smith- the one who wrote "The Dutchman" - see www.valleyfolk.org

PLUS:
Fiddle and Hammered Dulcimer Workshops, All-Day Jam and Concert -- Corning, NY Nov. 6

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Hello everyone:

I am looking forward to a full day of hammered dulcimer and fiddle workshops, plus a potluck dinner, jam and a concert with my son. Please spread the word! Hope you can make it!!

Here is the full schedule:

Sat Nov 6 CORNING, NY

10-12 noon: hammered dulcimer workshop I "Getting beyond the melody" using 2, 3 and 4 note chords, tremolos, phrasing, dynamics, flams, fills, dissonances, basslines, syncopations, accent shifts, use of chord subs, bounced and hammered triplets and much more. (This workshop will go a bit slower than the afternoon workshop and is primarily designed for advanced beginners/novices through intermediates. However, more experienced players are welcome to attend as a wide variety of ideas/techniques will be explored).

1-3 p.m. hammered dulcimer workshop II "Arranging and backing up faster tunes" covering techniques/ideas such as adding swing, syncopations, accent shifts, adding chords, baselines, rag rhythms, chord subs, 4 against 3's, flams, fills, drones, triplets, drags, ghost notes and much more. This workshop will go a bit faster than the morning workshop but I encourage less experienced players to attend. There will be plenty for players of all levels.

3:30-5:30 p.m. Appalachian/old-time fiddle workshop: I recently completed a book/CD for Mel Bay on Appalachian fiddling. Following the philosophy of the approach in the book, my focus will be on using default bowing systems (e.g. the various uses of Nashville and Georgia shuffles, 3-1 bowing--up and down bowing, bow rocks, string-crossing, ghost bows, mid-bow pulses) along with left hand ornamentation (e.g. slides, triplets, grace notes, drones etc., double-stops, drones). Time and interest permitting, we may explore an altered tuning (e.g. ADAD, AEAE; DDAD). Some attention will be paid to bow holds and left hand position as needed. The workshop is designed for all levels of player.

5:30-7:30 p.m. Open jam and potluck

7:30 p.m. Concert with Ken Kolodner on fiddle, hammered dulcimer and hammered mbira and Brad Kolodner on banjo, banjola and guitar. Brad and I are just about to finish a recording of original and old time music. We plan on playing many of the tunes from the new recording which should be out in mid-November.

All events at The Drake House Studio Theater, 171 Cedars Arts Center located at 155 Cedar St., Corning, NY. $12 admission; half price for students w valid ID; Contact Debra at [e-mail] 607-962-4461 http://www.valleyfolk.org/

There will be opportunities for jamming all-day during and between the workshops. Hope to see you there! Should be a full day of music and fun!

Advanced registration for workshops is highly recommended. Send checks made out to: "Valley Folk- Debra Chesman" to this address: Valley Folk c/o Chesman, 18 Fox Lane East, Painted Post, NY 14870

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Valley Folk Music, Coordinator [phone]
monthly concert series/folk music community

2010 concerts @ Cedar Arts Center, 155 Cedar St. CORNING, NY 14830 (Corner Cedar and First St.)

Fall 2010: 10/2 Michael Smith, 11/5 Ken Kolodner hammered dulcimer and fiddle workshops, concert + more www.valleyfolk.org

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: wysiwyg
Date: 23 Sep 10 - 03:19 PM

I get a lot of great gig-mail from www.daveruch.com as well- go see his site. (I think Dave's a Catter.) Been too busy to post his emails, I'll try to watch for the next one and encourage him to post here-- I just don't have that much time anymore.

~S~

Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: wysiwyg
Date: 23 Sep 10 - 03:25 PM

Here's another oft-received gig-promo othersfrom someone I and others here (incl Max) have lauded in the past.

It's all a paste from email except for the date, where I added a comment, and one at the end. It IS an annual event, well worth attending.

~S~

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It's [too late now] to register for the [2010] Greenwood Furnace Folk Gathering! The
early bird deadline is coming up August 1.

GREENWOOD FURNACE FOLK GATHERING

September 10-12, 2010

Greenwood Furnace State Park between State College & Huntingdon PA

http://folkgathering.com

http://www.facebook.com/greenwoodfurnace

The Greenwood Furnace Folk Gathering is a fun and friendly weekend of
playing and listening to folk music - a fantastic three days of
workshops, concerts, jams, dancing and friendship. Activities are held
at Greenwood Furnace State Park in central PA, about 30 miles from
State College and 90 miles from Harrisburg. This is a gorgeous
location with beautiful mountain views, many miles of hiking trails,
and a six acre lake for swimming and fishing.

Musicians of all instruments and levels are welcome, and there are
also options for singers, dancers, and non-musicians. There's a choice
of about 45 workshops on topics ranging from old time tunes to shape
note singing to playing backup to how to learn by ear. Jam sessions
will take place throughout the weekend.

For those who are new to music, there will be dulcimers and autoharps
for you to rent for the weekend or borrow for a workshop, and we'll
have gentle and patient teachers to get you started. There will be a
staff concert each evening, followed by staff-led jams, singing around
the bonfire, and a contradance with open band.

The cost for the weekend is $65 if postmarked by August 1 and $80
afterwards. The fee includes all workshops, jams, concerts, and
dancing. A meal package with 3 meals Saturday and 2 meals Sunday is
available for $45.

Camping is available by calling the park 8am-4pm at 814/667-1800. Let
them know you are part of the folk gathering, so that you may camp in
the area by the workshop activities. There are also hotels about 15
miles away.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Huntingdon County Arts Council

[e-mail]

http://folkgathering.com

http://www.facebook.com/greenwoodfurnace

814/643-6220

Hope to see you there!

-Linda {Littleton]



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Subject: RE: Twin Tiers (PA,NY) USA Music Scene
From: GUEST,Roger Edwards
Date: 07 Oct 10 - 11:08 PM

Ron; I've fond memories of your help @ Dan Stewarts "JAM" tent
at the Norwich, NY Family Bluegrass Fest. several years ago when a local TV Station filmed us with me playing one of my copyrighted pieces "If I Could Only Dream". Your excellent Bass work will always be remembered as well as your gift to me of Louie's DVD of the Applichian Mt. Boys TV show.   I might suggest that you contact CNYBA.com and inquire about a 2011 B/G festival booking. The 2010 president of the Central NY Bluegrass Assn. is Mr Dennis Crawford (MtUpton,NY.)
[phone]. Perhaps he can assist in possible future festival booking with the 2011 president, Mr. Underwood.