big barton xmas session

Subject: big barton xmas session
From: Bloke in the Corner
Date: 28 Nov 04 - 12:47 PM

Here is your three week warning for the BIG Christmas session, to be held in the Six Bells, Barrow, on Tuesday 21st December, starting around 8.30 or earlier.
This will be the third in our half-termly celebration of traditional music on the Humber at a mixed session. Half-termly because we want to encourage schoolchildren to come and play, so they are held during school holidays. Last time we were delighted to see a budding flautist - SIX YEARS OLD! - give a sparkling performance, and other young musicians join her and play wonderfully well.
The session is mixed, music and singing, and it is completely anarchistic; there is no boss, etiquette is always meticulously observed, and I hope I can say that everyone enjoys the time with us. Jo, the landlady, supports us and will provide suitable provender. And the beer is good, too. Who's up for it?

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Rt Revd Sir jOhn from Hull
Date: 28 Nov 04 - 04:04 PM

I might go if I'm not doing nowt.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: ploughflyer
Date: 28 Nov 04 - 04:09 PM

Hello Bloke,

Include me and Mel the Banjoist in.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: GUEST,Guest Trix
Date: 28 Nov 04 - 09:48 PM

Daughter has been praticing for the December session since October meet.Flute and Whistle in continuous play mode resulting in very sleep deprived shiftworking mother.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Paco Rabanne
Date: 29 Nov 04 - 06:46 AM

jOhn,
    I might take you if I ain't not doing nowt.
          Flamenco, the true path!

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: GUEST,Cod Fiddler
Date: 29 Nov 04 - 06:49 AM

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: GUEST,Cod Fiddler
Date: 29 Nov 04 - 06:50 AM

Whoops!

I'll be there.

Richard.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Bloke in the Corner
Date: 29 Nov 04 - 11:24 AM

And a jolly fine start to the list of comers. Any more pretty much certain of a jaunt to good old Barrow in December?

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Skipjack K8
Date: 29 Nov 04 - 11:54 AM

I'm gannin'. Early. Last time I poled up after dining quite splendidly at the curry house in nearby Barton to find the session room full to the gunwales.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Rt Revd Sir jOhn from Hull
Date: 29 Nov 04 - 11:58 AM

Wahts a gunwales?

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Willa
Date: 29 Nov 04 - 06:47 PM

Hope to be there again and think the Hessle contingent will be coming along.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Bloke in the Corner
Date: 30 Nov 04 - 01:12 PM

Excellent, it's shaping up nicely. I wonder if we'll have record numbers this time? No matter, a splendid tiem is guaranteed for all who come!

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Bloke in the Corner
Date: 30 Nov 04 - 01:13 PM

As well as a splendid time!

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Banjo-Flower
Date: 01 Dec 04 - 08:29 AM

refresh

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Bassic
Date: 01 Dec 04 - 08:46 AM

its in me diary!

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Bloke in the Corner
Date: 01 Dec 04 - 01:21 PM

You'll be more than welcome, Bassic - and are you coming too, Mr Flowery Banjo? The list grows more exciting by the day.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Banjo-Flower
Date: 01 Dec 04 - 08:07 PM

As the Pantomime saying goes Laurie"I'll never come too"

But there's a strong chance I just may be there prior to heading off to the Antipodes

Gerry

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Bloke in the Corner
Date: 02 Dec 04 - 11:43 AM

Isn't that a pub off Frodingham Road, Banjo?
Wotya wanna go there for?

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Banjo-Flower
Date: 02 Dec 04 - 08:09 PM

Coz I've been before Laurie

Gerry

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: GUEST,Trix
Date: 02 Dec 04 - 10:14 PM

Bassic if you want a lift contact one of the Hessle yummie mummies
Remember you promised to nag the landlord of the Hawke, no on second thoughs I'm proberbly better at nagging than you,years of pratice!.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Bassic
Date: 03 Dec 04 - 12:42 AM

Trix! What you doing up at this time of night! Get to bed! (How was that for nagging?) Good idea re the lift...the next time I spot a yummie mummie in Hessle I will ask :-)

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: GUEST,Dáithí Ó Geanainn
Date: 07 Dec 04 - 08:51 AM

Well, these have been so terrific i'll do my best to be there (Solstice celebrations permitting!)

MEANWHILE....

It's my birthday on Sunday (12/12) and as luck would have it there is to be another session in Lincoln at the Strugglers Inn this Sunday from 3pm.
It would be great if any of my respected colleagues from Barrow etc could join me to hoist a few!
The pub is an old fashioned real ale place, and the session will be through the pub and into the marquee at the back. It's located just under the Castle walls, round the corner from the Lawns. It's Sunday, so yellow line parking is no problem, and there are car parks nearby too.
PLEASE come over you lot - it would be great to see you in Lincoln for a change!
free pint to the first to wish me happy birthday in Irish!!
Dáithí
(PS Can't make it tonight - recovering from vicious little flu' bug -translation for female catters = "slight cold")

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: The DeanMeister
Date: 07 Dec 04 - 09:59 AM

Can I come?

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Paco Rabanne
Date: 07 Dec 04 - 10:11 AM

If any of you lot are Whitby bound over xmas, check this thread - 'BS Christmas in Glaisdale'

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Rt Revd Sir jOhn from Hull
Date: 08 Dec 04 - 03:36 AM

feresh

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: GUEST,Dáithí mag Fhionnaín
Date: 08 Dec 04 - 08:52 AM

Deanmeister - not sure if we've met, but of course you would be most welcome!
Dáithí

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Skipjack K8
Date: 08 Dec 04 - 11:09 AM

We don't encourage Deanmeister to attend, as he's too good on that guitar, sings beautifully (and in key) and all the girls love him instead of us. Understandable, really.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: GUEST
Date: 09 Dec 04 - 09:48 AM

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Paco Rabanne
Date: 10 Dec 04 - 03:30 AM

It's official, Hull Smoking Clubs Fiat Scud will be travelling across the mighty Humber for this momentous session. PM me to reserve your fur lined seat in my luxury van.
             Mucky Bradford, the true path!

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: The DeanMeister
Date: 10 Dec 04 - 09:04 AM

You say all the nicest things, Skip x

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Rt Revd Sir jOhn from Hull
Date: 10 Dec 04 - 09:14 AM

Ted, is it real fox fur in your van?
if so, i'd like to book a seat.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Paco Rabanne
Date: 10 Dec 04 - 09:21 AM

Consider it booked jOhn my sweet. You have a choice from the following fur lined seats aboard my trust Fiat Scud:-

Fox.
Baby Seal.
Bodhran.
Badger.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Rt Revd Sir jOhn from Hull
Date: 10 Dec 04 - 09:23 AM

badger please.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Sttaw Legend
Date: 10 Dec 04 - 09:34 AM

Excellent vehicle Ted - Fiat Scud Mobile

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Rt Revd Sir jOhn from Hull
Date: 13 Dec 04 - 03:50 AM

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Sweetfia
Date: 13 Dec 04 - 07:28 AM

I think fox would be better! Can i reserve my place please? Sounds like a very interesting crowd will be there.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Georgiansilver
Date: 13 Dec 04 - 08:39 AM

Ted..you should have pink feathers lining the van!!
FLAMINGO the true path!

Noy sure if I can make it but if I can will bring a few Gainsboroughites.
Best wishes, Mike.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Sweetfia
Date: 13 Dec 04 - 10:27 AM

Ok, now im gettin excited if Georgiansilver might be comin!

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Strollin' Johnny
Date: 13 Dec 04 - 11:18 AM

Ooh Matron!

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Paco Rabanne
Date: 13 Dec 04 - 11:20 AM

Hands off, He's mine!

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Georgiansilver
Date: 13 Dec 04 - 11:20 AM

Sweetfia you say such sweet things. Thank you.
A woman with beauty and a brain. Best wishes, Mike.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Georgiansilver
Date: 13 Dec 04 - 11:21 AM

Sorry...and a voice!

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Strollin' Johnny
Date: 13 Dec 04 - 11:52 AM

Indeed!

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Pistachio
Date: 13 Dec 04 - 11:57 AM

Have fun - without me. Sorry, thanks for the invitation, but I have to go for a 'free lunch' and will be too many miles away!

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: 12string growler
Date: 13 Dec 04 - 01:30 PM

Sign me'n'Tutti Flutey up too. Seats available Banjo Flower.

Chris

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Georgiansilver
Date: 14 Dec 04 - 12:58 PM

Looks like a good turn out expected eh?

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Bloke in the Corner
Date: 14 Dec 04 - 02:02 PM

Indeed, a corker looks certain. I'm just off to this Tuesday's session - doubtless more modest than next week's monster - and am pleased to announce the seven day countdown to the BIG BARTON XMAS session! We'll surely greet Christmas with many a tune and song!
I can't wait!

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Bassic
Date: 15 Dec 04 - 08:39 PM

I am on a mission tomorrow to try to persuade Kendall and Jacqui to come to Barrow on Tuesday.......can anyone help with accomodation near by if they can make it? Naturally the main selling point wont be the fantastic collection of musicians that will be in attendance.....but the possible presence of................... Sir j0hn!! ;-)

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Rt Revd Sir jOhn from Hull
Date: 16 Dec 04 - 06:16 AM

Me and Brenda will be there, Bassic-see PM.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Rt Revd Sir jOhn from Hull
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 06:15 AM

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Sweetfia
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 06:40 AM

Ok, so it's what, 4 1/2 days away now then? Or maybe i should count down the hours instead....

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Georgiansilver
Date: 18 Dec 04 - 08:50 AM

Not long to go, hope to be there, virus allowing. Be good to see y'all again, especially the sweet sweet sweet.......
Best wishes. Mike.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Banjo-Flower
Date: 18 Dec 04 - 01:43 PM

Where're you going to put all these people Laurie?

Gerry

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Bloke in the Corner
Date: 19 Dec 04 - 08:01 AM

Well, there's the room we play in.... then there's the room in which we play and the "playing in" room.
It will, I'm sure, be crowded - only right and proper for the BIG BATRON XMAS SESSION - held in Barrow, but who wants Christmas spirit with two guitar and a Bodhran?
Anyway, we are assembling some of the finest traditional musicians in the area, and some of the youngest, so the music will be of the highest order; Karen & Colin will be doing some songs along with me & maybe a few others, plus plenty of jigs, reels and other fantastic music. You could look on it as a sort of coming together à la Band Aid - but without the other connotations. Just a great way to kick off Christmas! And I'm SOOOO looking forward to meeting loads of friends/musicians old & new. Don't forget, we're 98% genetically the same as monkeys. What makes us different? Why, the music of course. No other animal makes music for pleasure. When we play & sing, we affirm our humanity in a very positive way! Here endeth.....

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Bloke in the Corner
Date: 20 Dec 04 - 02:00 PM

My God, what a pompous old sod! Ah, well, that's what advancing years will do to a man. Still - I DID mean every (misspelled) word of it.
See you all tomorrow!

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: jacqui.c
Date: 20 Dec 04 - 02:37 PM

Can anyone give directions from the A15 - I can get us that far.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Oaklet
Date: 20 Dec 04 - 03:18 PM

Jaqui

Take the A15 (N_following signs for the Humber Bridge. Just before the bridge (the last turn off before you have to spend a fiver to double back) is the A 1077 turning for Barton and Scunthorpe. Turn right at the rounabout following the signs for Barton. At the roundabout at the bottom the hill turn right (third exit) following the A 1077 signs toward Barrow on Humber. In 3 miles you hit the roundabout just outside Barrow. Turn right then bear left in 500 yards. This takes you into Barrow Village. Turn left as the road bears to the right in front of some shops and a brothel. This is the Market place. The Six Bells pub is just across the road.

I hope that helps.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Georgiansilver
Date: 20 Dec 04 - 05:39 PM

Which one is the brothel Dave and how did you know...does it have a red light in the window or what?
Best wishes.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Skipjack K8
Date: 20 Dec 04 - 05:50 PM

Jacqui., I sent the instructions as you asked, but I sent them to Jacqui c, and now I realsie you are Jacqui.c. However, I also sent them to Kendall. Don't worry about the brothel, or the sign in the pub that forbids felching, as that rule is rarely enforced.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Paco Rabanne
Date: 21 Dec 04 - 03:24 AM

As we speak, my servants are cleaning out my trusty Fiat Scud for the long dangerous journey to South Humberside. They have made plenty of fox sandwiches, so that we may enjoy a mid journey picnic in the picturesque hamlet known as Bransholme.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Rt Revd Sir jOhn from Hull
Date: 21 Dec 04 - 03:28 AM

Skipjack8-Wahts felching?

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Paco Rabanne
Date: 21 Dec 04 - 03:32 AM

He means fishing jOhn, but his spelling is rubbbish!

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Rt Revd Sir jOhn from Hull
Date: 21 Dec 04 - 03:33 AM

oh.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: jacqui.c
Date: 21 Dec 04 - 04:05 AM

Thank you all - see you tonight.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Sweetfia
Date: 21 Dec 04 - 04:37 AM

Ooo, it's tonight!

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Georgiansilver
Date: 21 Dec 04 - 06:51 AM

Ooooh yes!

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: GUEST,Cod Fiddler
Date: 21 Dec 04 - 07:00 AM

Can't wait! Really looking forward to seeing you all and hearing lots of fab music.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Strollin' Johnny
Date: 21 Dec 04 - 07:39 AM

Hoorah! Me and GS are planning our excursion into Darkest North Lincolnshire as we speak. Save us a fox sandwich and a couple of your finest Roll-Ups Ted! (LOL)
S:0)

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Banjo-Flower
Date: 21 Dec 04 - 11:19 AM

What sort of broth do they sell in the brothel Oakleaf?

Gerry

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Georgiansilver
Date: 21 Dec 04 - 12:07 PM

broth in a brothel on post "69" Banjo-Flower? mmmmmmm

Sorry Folks but won't be there tonight as I haven't shaken the virus off yet...still coughing and spluttering....This week has been a bad week for me..I missed Gainsborough Folk Club...the Swarbaid concert at Walesby (Market Rasen Folk Club) and now the big Christmas session.....Oh woe is me....and I won't get to talk with the lovely "Sweetfia".
However...Have a great evening, I will be thinking of you.
Best wishes and have a brilliant Christmas. Mike.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Rt Revd Sir jOhn from Hull
Date: 21 Dec 04 - 12:13 PM

Get well sooon George.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: jacqui.c
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 03:14 AM

Sorry to miss you GS.

We had a great time, although were a bit disappointed that we were unable to make spend much time with Mudcatters due to the smoky atmosphere in that particular part of the pub, which was supposed to be non smoking. Unfortunately, as a result, Kendall spent all night wheezing and coughing and is still unwell this morning. He has also been told by his doctor to avoid smoky places since his cancer operation and worries, if he is subjected to smoke, that it is going to affect the healing process. Most people were kind enough to move out of the area to light up, but there will always be a few.....

The upside was that we spent the evening in the area where the children were gathered and it was a joy to see these children enjoying and joining in with the traditional music.

The directions supplied by Skip and Oaklet were superb - we didn't get lost once!

I'm still hoping to make Gainsborough on Friday evening, so might see some of you there.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Paco Rabanne
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 03:55 AM

By gum it was packed eh what? Splendid, I met another third of Cara last night too! All that and flamenco, sometimes life is too good!

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Rt Revd Sir jOhn from Hull
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 04:16 AM

Good session, loads of tunes, and a few songs, nice to meet Kendall and Jacqui.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Strollin' Johnny
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 04:45 AM

And the fox sarnies were excellent - thanks Ted! (Nice guitar playing too!).
S:0)

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Skipjack K8
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 05:23 AM

Lost property announcement. I have safely stowed at Skipjack Towers a low D whistle and an uninvestigated bag that seems to contain tadpoles. The whistle would ideally suit someone called John Courtman, unless that is the marque of the doyen of whistlemakers. Please PM me if you would like to sit the exam to establish the rightful owner.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Rt Revd Sir jOhn from Hull
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 05:25 AM

Skipjack-Did you find a spider?
My pet spider [Trevor] has gone missing.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: kendall
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 05:29 AM

47 years of smoking cost me my voice, so I really don't need any more toxic fumes in my lungs.If I'm in a place, as I was last night, where a handful of inconsiderate addicts are either to lazy or too ill mannered to take their filthy habit out of the room which is clearly posted NO SMOKING the only thing I can do is leave. Which I did. There were also a few who did honor the no smoking sign so that helped.
When I had had enough, we moved to the other romm (which had many more people than the smoky one) we found that it was more enjoyable all around. A group of kids were jumping right in and making music like you never hear in the states. (Children are not allowed in American pubs.)
Anyway, before I go to anymore sessions I will need to know if it is non smoking, and I understand Gainsborough is non smoking.

John from Hull, sorry I didn't get to spend any time with you, and I remember that I owe you a pint!

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Rt Revd Sir jOhn from Hull
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 05:36 AM

Don't wory Kendall, it was great to meet you, I had to leave early as my driver had to be up early for work.
Not sure if your still in the Yorkshire area, but tonight there is a Xmas Singers & Musicians night at Cottingham Folk Club, it is 3 miles west of Hull, and Strictly NO Smoking, [Smoking is not allowed anywhere in the building].

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: The DeanMeister
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 05:50 AM

Kendall, did you leave the room before or after I arrived? If after, I apologise MOST sincerely. I was blissfully unaware that it was a no smoking room, and would have refrained had I known, or been asked to stop. When I arrived there were ashtrays on the tables and smokers present so it didn't cross my mind.

I always try to be considerate in such matters. I have other friends who cannot, for reasons medical or otherwise tolerate a smoky atmosphere, my father being one of them.

Once again, apologies if I was one of the people who spoiled your evening.

Pete.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Strollin' Johnny
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 06:19 AM

Kendall, sorry it turned into an ordeal for you - a real shame you were driven away by the smoke. I'm not a smoker and I can tolerate smokers near me but, having watched my mum die a horrible death caused by a smoking-related disease, I fully understand your feelings about those who ignored the 'No Smoking' signs (although I noticed some go out for a fag rather than smoke in the room, and thanks to them - they know who they are!).

Gainsborough is indeed a non-smoking venue and, if you're up to it, we will be delighted to see you and Jacqui Friday. Can't promise how many will be there, given that it's Christmas Eve, but we'll do our utmost to have a good time.

Sir jOhn, Ted, Lady Ted, Sweetfia, Daithi, Willa, Oaklet, 12StG, Banjo-Flower, Deanmeister, Bassic, KT - good to see you all and looking forward to the next time.
S:0)

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: The DeanMeister
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 06:28 AM

Nice to meet you too, John.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: GUEST
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 06:34 AM

I feel sure non of these guys would smoke intentionally Kendall they may not have been aware of your situation and the no smoking signs, good luck with it

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Paco Rabanne
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 06:41 AM

I would like to point out that Hull Smoking Club also smoked outside the room until kendall left. I think because there were so many people there last night, they needed two rooms, the normal pub smoking policy was reversed, with the larger room being designated non smoking instead of the small room.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Rt Revd Sir jOhn from Hull
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 06:47 AM

The bag of tadpoles might belong to Ken Livingstone, he breeds them.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Strollin' Johnny
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 07:00 AM

It was the HSC I was referring to when I said that some people smoked outside Ted. I didn't realise that the large room was the non-smoking one - I thought people were going in there because my singing was so bloody awful! (ROFL and ABSOLUTELY NOT fishing for compliments!)
Happy Xmas to you mate - and to the lovely Sweetfia (why oh why didn't she sing some more - and for that matter, why didn't you play some more??).
S:0)

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Georgiansilver
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 07:39 AM

Having heard what jacqui and Kendall have said about the smoking, my decision not to go was a correct one as my chest is still dry and full. Having said that, I was so sad to miss the evening, as like Gainsborough and Market Rasen at the end of last week, missing out on my "fix" of music is a tragedy to me...also missing all the "Catters" at the same time, especially jacqui and Kendall...Ah well, there'll be another time no doubt..but it won't be Friday as I will be in Devon.
So jacqui and Kendall, how much longer are you staying? Will we get to meet?
Best wishes to all for a great Christmas anyway.
Mike.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Paco Rabanne
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 07:58 AM

100!

I thank you, my work here is done.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: jacqui.c
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 08:13 AM

Hi GS

We're here until New Year's Eve when we head down south to Morticia's. We are up to Scotland for a concert on the 29th and come back on the 30th.

Anything happening between Christmas and the New Year?

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Banjo-Flower
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 09:33 AM

DeanMeister (Pete) it was the other room Kendall had to retreat from

Gerry

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: The DeanMeister
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 10:04 AM

Yup, I was in there before I went into the big room! I give up, which one was no smoking? The little one with Colin & Karen, or the big one with all the children in it....? Cos I don't think I smoked in there....!

Oh well, Merry Christmas to one and all....!

Pete.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Georgiansilver
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 10:38 AM

Awww jacqui/Kendall..New Years Eve possibly Gainsborough singaround etc but presume you will be gone. Perhaps our paths will cross at some point during another year.
Best wishes for Christmas and the New Year. Mike.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Bloke in the Corner
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 02:06 PM

Wow, the biggest BIG session yet, just sooo full of music and singing! Great to see so many friends old and new; you will have probably read the SAD session thread, so see you there. I'll post the dates for the BIG BARTON WELCOME TO SPRING SESSION - half term in Feb 2005 - as soon as I ge back to school.
Until then, the merriest of all possible Christmases to you all, let us be constant in our efforts to keep traditional music alive and kicking in the New Year.
Just a thought - don't you think that, with around 50 musicians and singers we were probably the biggest traditional music session in the UK - maybe even in Europe - how about the world - last night?
Makes you feel quite proud, doesn't it?
HAPPY CHRISTMAS AND A PROSPEROUS, PEACEFUL NEW YEAR
From Lawrie - bloke in the corner

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: kendall
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 02:14 PM

I don't think anyone smoked to piss me off, but the NO SMOKING signs were big enough for Mr. McGoo to see.

Years ago I went to a banquet in a room full of people. There were ashtrays on the tables and huge No Smoking signs on all the walls. Well, this blowzy old slattern and her half witted son lit up. Some one told her there was no smoking allowed and she got all huffy, declaring that she paid to get in and saw no reason why she shouldn't smoke. Being unable to keep quiet, I told her that we all paid to get in and the rest of us were not smoking. She, in a loud voice said "Then what the hell are the ashtrays for"? I said "They are for the illiterates who can't read the damn signs." They left.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: GUEST,Steve
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 02:52 PM

Come on own up who did the smoking then? "you know it doesn't make sense"

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Banjo-Flower
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 04:12 PM

GUEST,Steve it was a fantastic night,but it is now history and its time to move on ,in my opinion it's pointless to point fingers at people and cause bitterness,I think its time to let go

Gerry

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Banjo-Flower
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 04:52 PM

And regarding the "no smoking" signs I was in the room when the landlady was trying her hardest to please everyone and faced with a vast influx of people(50+ in a little english country pub on a dark cold Tuesday night) and faced with an overflow into her no smoking room destinctly said Ignore the "no smoking" signs for tonight

Gerry(BTW I am not a smoker)

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Georgiansilver
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 04:55 PM

Hey

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Georgiansilver
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 04:55 PM

Ted

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Georgiansilver
Date: 22 Dec 04 - 04:55 PM

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Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Paco Rabanne
Date: 23 Dec 04 - 03:16 AM

Bugger! missed it! Anyway Mike, You missed the big one, I got the 5400th post on a dreary BS thread so there!

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Paco Rabanne
Date: 23 Dec 04 - 03:58 AM

Ps: (in red)Thank you for that post about the reversal of the No Smoking policy Banjo Flower. All has become a shaft of light

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: GUEST,KJ
Date: 23 Dec 04 - 04:18 AM

RE the smoking. It had been agreed with the landlady that for that particular night, smoking would be allowed in that little room, designated normally for no-smoking.As it turned out the bigger room,in which smoking is normally allowed,turned out to be predominantly non-smoking, so probably most folks were accomodated.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: GUEST,KJ
Date: 23 Dec 04 - 04:27 AM

PS smoking aside, lovely to see so many musicians/singers gathered together. Great to see Deanmeister ( get those fingers & tonsils working again boy!)and lovely to listen to John, great songs,great voice.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Willa
Date: 23 Dec 04 - 05:31 AM

What a good night! Thanks to those who organised it and particularly to Jo of course, who looks after us all so well.No wonder she got rather stressed with such an influx of visitors. It was a great pity that the 'No Smoking' room was switched, but that was the right decision in the circumstances.
I'm glad you enjoyed the children's playing, Jacqui and Kendall- I just hope they'll still let us join in when they stage a takeover in a few years time.
I was at Cottingham last night where we had another four talented young musicians playing/singing. Great stuff!

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Strollin' Johnny
Date: 23 Dec 04 - 05:54 AM

As Banjo-Flower already said, we all agree it was a great night and a fantastic advert for folk music, maybe we need to let the smoking issue go now - smoking's an antisocial and dangerous activity, but it's over and done and no amount of argument can undo it. Maybe we just need to learn from Tuesday - all of us.

Kendall has a very real, valid reason for disliking the smoke, the guy did his best to join in and work with it, but sadly was beaten by it in the end. That's a real shame - he's in our country as a guest and it would have been nice if we could have accommodated him a little better, but que sera, sera! Hope we see you at Gainsborough Christmas Eve, Kendall and Jacqui, but if not - have a good one and safe journey home.

Otherwise, Jo worked her butt off to make everyone feel welcome, and how many other publicans would have turned their entire pub over to a bunch of folkie wierdos? She's a great landlady and a true friend to the Barton Sessioneers - Good On Yer Lass!

And thanks for the kind comments KT, very much appreciated.

So here's to the next one..................!!!!
S:0)

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: kendall
Date: 23 Dec 04 - 08:49 AM

I didn't know until right now that it was decided by the establishment to allow smoking in the no smoking room. I thought the smokers were just being selfish.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Strollin' Johnny
Date: 23 Dec 04 - 10:02 AM

Me too Kendall. I guess the message got lost amongst all the brou-ha-hah. Must have been a big misunderstanding there - I thought the room I was in was the non-smoking room. Duh!
S:0)

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: kendall
Date: 23 Dec 04 - 10:11 AM

Well - we're planning on being in Gainsborough tomorrow night, anyway. Kendall's just about fit again and we're both looking forward to another good night out.

See you then.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Strollin' Johnny
Date: 23 Dec 04 - 10:32 AM

See you there.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: GUEST
Date: 23 Dec 04 - 10:53 AM

Apology accepted Kendall.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Cod Fiddler
Date: 23 Dec 04 - 11:47 AM

Smoking aside, I had the most wonderful night. It was very nice to see everyone again and meet new people. Thank you to Jo the Landlady for her tremendous hospitality and Bloke for his excellent unelected nonleadership. Sadly I'll mess the SAD session but I hope to be back in Barrow soon.

PS Banjo-Flower, if you can remember the name of that tune I'll buy you a pint next time!

Happy christmas,

Richard.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Strollin' Johnny
Date: 23 Dec 04 - 11:50 AM

Me too, Amen to that, CF.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Paco Rabanne
Date: 23 Dec 04 - 11:57 AM

" I'll mess the SAD session" Are you having problems in the trouser department Richard?

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Bloke in the Corner
Date: 23 Dec 04 - 12:04 PM

Nobody has commented on my theory that we were, for a brief few hours, probably one of the biggest, if not THE biggest, gathering of traditional musicians and singers on the planet.
Why doesn't anyone listen to me??

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Banjo-Flower
Date: 23 Dec 04 - 12:28 PM

Did some say something?

Gerry

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Banjo-Flower
Date: 23 Dec 04 - 12:38 PM

Richard my mind has gone hazy (old age) if it was the three slides there were"Scattery Island"in D followed by "O'Keefe's in G followed by "denis Murphy's in D if you need any more help with them let me know BTW thats a nice little trio you have there do you have a name?

best wishes

Gerry

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Banjo-Flower
Date: 23 Dec 04 - 12:41 PM

Or Some one even

Gerry

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: GUEST,kendall
Date: 23 Dec 04 - 01:51 PM

When I'm wrong I say so. When I'm right I say so even louder.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Skipjack K8
Date: 23 Dec 04 - 04:07 PM

Sod off, troll

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: GUEST,KJ
Date: 24 Dec 04 - 05:11 AM

I have been given an interesting item of clothing during the fesive season which I am considering wearing for the SAD session. A Blazer! CT.

Subject: RE: big barton xmas session
From: Skipjack K8
Date: 24 Dec 04 - 05:13 AM

But I always thought you looked more like Sir, you John Alderton lookalike.