Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05

Subject: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 11 Nov 05 - 12:28 PM

Julie Ellison is the spotlight guest tonight. Not to be missed.

http://www.julieellison.co.uk/

Support Acts
John Blanks
Sitherum
Steve Newton
The Armoury Boys Skiffle Band.

Entrance £3

"Julie is a terrific guitar player and she also writes great songs. She shared the stage with me at the South Shields guitar festival and the discerning audience loved her. She stormed it!"
- Ralph McTell

"...impressive, imaginative and diverse guitarist; exceptionally fine and expressive vocalist; writer of powerfully compelling and memorable songs."
Folk On The Pier Festival

"The best female guitarist I have ever seen."
Sue Dewsbury – Gainsborough Folk Festival Organiser

"Brilliant guitarist."
Topic Folk Club, Bradford

"Julie Ellison was a guest at our club this year, she was a big hit with all of us, even to giving Guitar lessons before her performance. John & Anne Taylor first saw Julie at the Holmfirth Festival approximately two years ago, subsequently, she was invited to Guest at the Conwy Folk Club, where it goes without saying that we were all thrilled with her musical talent: great voice, and accomplished Guitar playing, mostly performing her own compositions."
Conwy Folk Club Website.

"Julie Ellison has a voice that transcends such a range of moods whilst her distinctive guitar style provides the ideal embellishment to the song."
Wickersley Folk Festival


Once again, another excellent night is in store.

At
Faldingworth Village Hall
Faldingworth
Near Market Rasen
Lincolnshire LN8 3SF

Contact Les Worrall on 01673 843036 Mobile [phone]
E-mail [e-mail]
Website http://www.marketrasenfolkclub.co.uk


Doors open 7:45pm for 8:15pm start.

Smoking is not allowed in the hall.

Bring your own Drinks and Food as there will not be a bar.
Don't forget the candles!!!!!

If you can't park in the Village Hall Car Park, then 20 yards away on the opposite side of the road is the school car park. Please leave disability parking spaces free for people who need them.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 12 Nov 05 - 04:17 AM

Anybody going to make it on Friday? Mak esure you get there early to get the best seats in the hall.

Don't forget to bring your Kazoos so that you can accompany the Armoury Boys Skiffle Band.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Sooz
Date: 12 Nov 05 - 04:44 AM

I'm having a problem tuning my kazoo at the moment, Les. May have to leave it at home.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 12 Nov 05 - 04:57 AM

You can't do that Sooz :-)

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rockhen
Date: 12 Nov 05 - 06:12 AM

Hope to get there if I don't scare Twangy with accordion playing too much, this week and can hitch a lift or give him and the Twanglers lift from my place...Do we need to bring our own chairs?!

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 12 Nov 05 - 06:20 AM

Thats a good question Rockhen :-) I am sure Twangy doesn't want to miss such a good evening.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rockhen
Date: 12 Nov 05 - 06:27 AM

I'll try my very best Captain Pugwash continuous accordion live feed threat if he is unsure about wanting to come along, (Which I doubt!)

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Strollin' Johnny
Date: 13 Nov 05 - 03:45 AM

I'm bringing Rosemary's sister Rockhen.
S:0)

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: BusyBee Paul
Date: 13 Nov 05 - 06:40 AM

Thanks Strollin', I'll be singing along!

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Mr Sooz
Date: 13 Nov 05 - 07:43 AM

Will there be room in the car for us?

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rockhen
Date: 13 Nov 05 - 08:43 AM

Thanks Strollin', it will be worth coming along just for your rendition of that song, alone, creep, creep, grovel, grovel!
OR...did I misunderstand and did you persuade a lady to come along who has a sister named Rosemary?!

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: BusyBee Paul
Date: 13 Nov 05 - 08:59 AM

Mr Sooz - whose car?. Afraid not in mine - it's really a two seater if you need to get large kazoo cases and small guitar ones in too!.;-)

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Strollin' Johnny
Date: 13 Nov 05 - 05:25 PM

Sooz - yes, of course! Your carriage will attend at 7.20-ish Friday.
Rockhen - your powers of comprehension serve you well, no need to grovel, just get ready to sing the chorus.......!!
S:0)

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: John Robinson (aka Cittern)
Date: 13 Nov 05 - 05:39 PM

Looking forward to it.

How many of the guests want to have their peformance recorded ?

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rockhen
Date: 13 Nov 05 - 07:23 PM

Oh that's not fair! Is that a joke or are u really recording them all? Wish you were there last time mr robinson sir, cos we would have liked ours recording so we could pull ourselves to pieces etc etc.
Strollin'...looking forward to it...BTW, who wrote the song? I think it was a Fairport Convention version I heard but not sure if they wrote it.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 14 Nov 05 - 05:20 AM

John
2 of the guests do not use Mudcat. How soon do you need to know that.

I will leave Mr & Mrs Sooz and Strollin' to make their minds up.

What time will you be arriving, so that I can arrange to be there.
Les

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: John Robinson (aka Cittern)
Date: 14 Nov 05 - 06:08 AM

Would 6pm be OK Les?

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: John Robinson (aka Cittern)
Date: 14 Nov 05 - 06:12 AM

Rockhen - sorry ! I've always recorded Julie's gigs whenever possible, and always offered the guests the same if they wanted it.

I've actually got a new set up which allows me to use my main studio gear with the live rig - and I can't resist playing with it ! - hence the need for such an early set up Les (if that's OK).

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 14 Nov 05 - 06:17 AM

Is 6:30 too late? I have arranged to be there by then, to try a different layout to the room.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Strollin' Johnny
Date: 14 Nov 05 - 06:48 AM

Yes please John. Will I be using the PA??

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rockhen
Date: 14 Nov 05 - 10:04 AM

Hey, are you a techno whiz, Mr Robinson?! Will PM you about an Akai DPS12i studio I am having problems with at the moment...The studio works ok but I can't get it to connect to cd writer to make cds of the songs we've done...ooops sorry will stop hijacking the thread!

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: John Robinson (aka Cittern)
Date: 14 Nov 05 - 01:59 PM

Not sure I would call myself a "techno whiz" Rockhen - but I'll help if I can ...

John - yes you can use the PA - a posting of mine seems to have gone missing - to record properly the act will need to go through the PA.

Is there anyone on here from the Skiffle group? Need to know the line up and figure if we have enough gear in our regular live rig to handle them

Villan - 6:30 is workable - I'll just work quicker !!

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 14 Nov 05 - 02:06 PM

John
I will get in touch with the Armoury Boys Skiffle Band, and get back to you.
Steve Newton is a blues singer with guitar, so no probs there.
Cheers
Les

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 14 Nov 05 - 02:23 PM

In between times John, here is a link to their webpage. It tells you about them.
http://www.geocities.com/armouryboys/

Cheers
Les

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: John Robinson (aka Cittern)
Date: 14 Nov 05 - 02:50 PM

Thanks Les

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 14 Nov 05 - 03:53 PM

John
I have managed to get in touch with them and I hope to get an answer tomorrow evening
Les

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 15 Nov 05 - 02:50 AM

4 days to go

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 16 Nov 05 - 01:46 AM

3 to go

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rockhen
Date: 16 Nov 05 - 05:10 AM

Hey, Les...Hope the new layout works ok and helps with the sound...but if you are having a P.A.this Friday, I guess it may take a couple of times to judge whether it works better, or not.
I know we (www) are used to 'cheating' with mics, usually...I guess the more instruments, playing the harder it gets to avoid vocals needing any amplification. It is easier for a solo guitarist's vocals to be heard than ours, especially if all four of us are playing at once. If you are a classically trained singer, (er...nope!) you have the techniques to project your voice more...plus if you are very confident, it helps. I still think it is great to play acoustically if possible and it is something that I know I want to practise, as I am very new to sometimes singing lead and am still finding my feet and thus my confidence at singing without a mic to hide behind. It is all a good learning experience! Any performer who thinks they are perfect and that there is no more room for improvement should probably give up performing! No matter how good a musician you are, if you are not prepared to encourage others and learn from them, as well, you are missing something valuable.
Whooops...heavy woffle, sorry!
Good luck, or should that be, break a string(?!) to all those playing on Friday and looking forward to it!
Keep up the good work, Les...I for one, agree with the way performers are all treated equally with regard to time...it is fair and all performers who play there should know the system and stick to it, or not play. Why should someone 'good' be allowed an extra song...then someone who is playing afterwards, have one song cut from their time? There are plenty of acoustic nights and singarounds elsewhere, (and I like going to those, too,) and if not, I guess no one is stopping those who want that, organise another themselves!

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rockhen
Date: 16 Nov 05 - 05:11 AM

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rockhen
Date: 16 Nov 05 - 05:15 AM

Whoops! Just meant to add...(as if I hadn't already said far too much!)...that I wasn't getting at anyone with the above, just my own personal rant at people elsewhere who let their ego get too developed. I think the MRFC has a great ethos and I have only ever seen people supporting each other, there, and having a great time. Long may it continue...NOW I will shut up, lol!

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 16 Nov 05 - 08:51 AM

Ah Mrs Rockhen has returned :-)

Its not normal to have PA and I certainly do not want to see it going that way.

However on this occasion, John does a wonderful job on Julie's PA and it is very kind of him to make the offer.

It will be interesting to see what everybody thinks.

If it doesn't work, then we will go back to the old layout of the room.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Strollin' Johnny
Date: 16 Nov 05 - 12:07 PM

Les, I've PM'd you
S:0)

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 16 Nov 05 - 01:06 PM

Got it and responded - Strollin'.

John Robinson
The music starts 8:15pm whatever happens, so based on that, what time do you need the performers who want to be recorded there, so that you can do the soundcheck?

Performers to be recorded
Steve Newton
Stitherum
John Blanks

Cheers
Les

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 16 Nov 05 - 01:36 PM

Whooo hoooo

Just seen a very good write up in the Market Rasen Mail for julie. Will bring it with ne Friday.

Also a picture and write up of Wild Wolds Women for their gig in Caistor

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Tim theTwangler
Date: 16 Nov 05 - 03:14 PM

My arent we all famous?
Another P.A system wow this is spooky went to GrimsbyFC this sunday past and guess what?
There was a P.A! "Oh gosh" thinks I to meself,"guess the poor souls will be able to hear me after all"
But shouldnt have worried twas just young mark Cambell and his pal trying out their new toys to see how it all went together.
Mark is a particular friend of Rockhens as he plays Rosemarys Sister at her request nearly every week at the tap and spile in Grimsby.(The Song,not his equally Famous drag act!)
'tis a brilliant song though makes some people tearful.
So is anyone else sponsering Rocky to do the Brittany Spears song at the Candles out supper at Caister?
It is for a good cause and is very brave of her in this current cold snap!
I have been told that it's the one where Britanee is singing in the bath.
I was hoping fot the knee socks and short skirt one but that just shows me to be of a certain age and nostalgic for my school days in the '70.s.
Still I digress,WIll look forward with immense pleasure to this fridays extravaganza and to seeing you all there in action.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 16 Nov 05 - 03:19 PM

LMAO Tim you are a one.

Mark and Paul are well liked by many of the people that attend MRFC.

Did you enjot it at Grimsby Folk Club? Did you get to sing?

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 16 Nov 05 - 03:55 PM

Blimey, just realised that Ian and Denny are in the picture as well as Wild Wolds Women. So its Shoot The Crow and Helian Keys all wrapped up in one.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Tim theTwangler
Date: 16 Nov 05 - 05:32 PM

All wrapped up in one what matey?
They all live out in the sticks so nothing would suprise me.
The Gfc was fun.
Not as well attended as the MRFC but the people were very nice and there was a good variety of poetry,unaccompanied singing and the Guitar and singer sort as well.
Yes we did play 2 or 3 and they were even nice about that.
There is also a tendency for members of the audience to sing harmonies and join in which I really like and experienced in Flaxton North Yorks earlier in the Year.
It is fun to go and be allowed to play but it is also great to sit back relax and watch the Pros'get stuck in.

We know mark and Eddy Weeks from the Tap and Spile in Grimsby of course and I could have sworn that a couple of the other faces looked familiar but can only think that they had gotten lost and wondered into town by mistake.
At least that Rockhen doesnt know where it is so not a word to her about it.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: John Robinson (aka Cittern)
Date: 16 Nov 05 - 05:35 PM

Well I'm not famous - just flatulent. Yeah I know, tooo much detail ...

Les is hopefully arranging an early get in for me and my (musically) better half (I'm not allowing her anymore than that).

So:

Any guests who would like a sound check should arrive as early as possible after 7pm. All sound checks to be completed by 7:45pm so the earlier you get there the better.

Anyone who can't make it in time for a sound check can still be recorded if they wish - but we might not get a great recording of the first song and a half !

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: John Robinson (aka Cittern)
Date: 16 Nov 05 - 05:39 PM

And for those audients who got lost in the middle of this discussion, a quick recap:

Friday 18th November
Julie Ellison plus guests

Market Rasen Folk Club,
Faldingworth Village Hall,
Faldingworth,
Near Market Rasen, Lincolnshire.

Starting time: 8:15 (doors open 7:45)
Finishing time: 11:30

Admission: £3

The club is no smoking, children free, disability friendly.

There is no bar but you are welcome to bring your own food and drink.

Guests Steve Newton, Stitherum, John Blanks and the Armoury Boys Skiffle Band will each perform 25 minute sets. Julie will do a 45 minute set.

The club website is www.marketrasenfolkclub.co.uk.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rockhen
Date: 16 Nov 05 - 06:04 PM

Huh...Twangy! You wait until I see you, now!
You are destroying my reputation!!!
I am not a Rosemary's Sister Floozie, honest, Strollin'!!!!
Mark only sang it once...and it is a nice song that I haven't heard many times and you did sing it beautifully at the folk club before and and and oh well, I do like rather a lot!
AND Twangy....did you have to mention the outfit yet again, I said there was no way, when you promised 25p for the kneesocks.( By the way , was that 25p per sock?...just wondered...it is all for charity after all...!
IF any one wants to support our gig and can't make it, we are hoping to have a short (live) cd of about 5 songs covered on the night (it is already recorded) available for 'donations' of £1 or above...let me know tomorrow if you would like one, grovel, grovel!
Oops....going off-thread again...looking forward to Friday, anyway!

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 17 Nov 05 - 03:35 AM

John
I can confirm that Steve Newton will be ther for 7, but dont know about JB and S&M

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: John Robinson (aka Cittern)
Date: 17 Nov 05 - 05:46 AM

Spoken to JB (who will speak to S&M) - all sorted.


S&M ??!?!?$?££?&&?!!!

I didn't know it was that kind of club.

I'll wear me leather underpants

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 17 Nov 05 - 05:56 AM

Okey dokey

So heres to tomorrow night

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: GUEST,GS
Date: 17 Nov 05 - 06:24 AM

Bound to be another good night...Look forward to seeing you all.
Best wishes, Mike.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 17 Nov 05 - 06:29 AM

Thats nice GS hot footing it to MRFC. Don't get burned on the way :-)

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 17 Nov 05 - 06:56 AM

There you go, I notice Julie Ellison write up in the local rag, and Wild Wolds Women etc in the same rag.

What I hadn't noticed, was that my daughter was in a group picture of the Market Rasen Junior Singers that is run by Sue Heron, who is part of the Ceilidh Band called "The Little Band". I watched one of the times and was very impressed indeed with her wonderful skills at teaching them to sing. So Shame on me.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Georgiansilver
Date: 17 Nov 05 - 07:07 AM

That's better...got my cookie back...I'll be bringing Travelling Audience....Geoff has back problems so thoughts and prayers for them both please..
Best wishes, Mike.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 17 Nov 05 - 07:53 AM

Make sure you take one of the Disabled Parking Places Mike.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Strollin' Johnny
Date: 17 Nov 05 - 08:00 AM

If the parking spaces are disabled, he won't be able to park there!

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 17 Nov 05 - 08:08 AM

He will if he is bringing Mo & Jeff. :-)

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 17 Nov 05 - 09:06 AM

Sorry Mo & Geoff

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Travelling Audience
Date: 17 Nov 05 - 10:40 AM

If it weren't for hot feet GS driving we would have to have missed this week. Thanks for that Villain....see you tomorrow.
                                                      
Geoff.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 17 Nov 05 - 11:17 AM

Do you need a couple of the new comfortable chairs reserved for you and Mo, Geoff ?

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Georgiansilver
Date: 17 Nov 05 - 12:17 PM

OOOOh me back....make that three Les LOL

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 17 Nov 05 - 12:28 PM

Ive got the barbeque for you to sit on Mike, I know how you like hot coals LOL

Thats 3 then, 2 for TA and i for the carer.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Tim theTwangler
Date: 17 Nov 05 - 01:45 PM

Never mind all the favouritism just make sure there are loadsa chairs
I am Fussy about who I have sitting on me knee.
Perhaps a new format to the evening,everyone has to stand up at the back while there is a guest playing and run for a seat when the music stops.
HHHHhhhhhhhmmmmmmm Wonder what we could call it?
Something snappy and catchy......

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rockhen
Date: 17 Nov 05 - 06:05 PM

A Sit-around?

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Georgiansilver
Date: 17 Nov 05 - 06:10 PM

Musical chairs.....Folkie style! I'm sure there will be room for all of us. Aren't we a great crowd?

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rockhen
Date: 17 Nov 05 - 06:21 PM

Twangy always has to lower the tone, or semitone

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 18 Nov 05 - 03:20 AM

see you all tonight. dont forget your kazoos or combs and tissues or jews harp or any other utensil suitable to accompany The armoury boys skiffle band tonight

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: GUEST,JK
Date: 18 Nov 05 - 07:23 AM

It's going to be another good night Les...Really sorry we can't be there...Unfortunately banqueting medieval style!! Short on medieval gear so Mals a Muskateer!!...Could be a song in there somewhere...Anyway have a good night all...(GS..we owe for your hot coal walking..will pay up as we see you next) Love JK

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 18 Nov 05 - 07:56 AM

dont you mean a mudcateer

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Georgiansilver
Date: 18 Nov 05 - 11:02 AM

JK will not be there tonight,
To lend a listening ear.
She'll be eating Medievally,
With Mal the Musketeer.

Dear Jane my feet survived the walk,
Across the bed of fire.
And now to collect the cash you owe,
Is my sad lifes desire.
We'll miss you both at Faldingworth,
But we'll have the usual night.
The company, the music fine,
And some will get drunk or tight!

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 18 Nov 05 - 11:08 AM

LOL

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: GUEST,JK
Date: 18 Nov 05 - 12:28 PM

Well, well, well GS...you rhyme all the time...very impressive!!! Are you going to Ep'th on Monday eve..John Arbon Band on + host of 'others'!!?
JK

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Georgiansilver
Date: 18 Nov 05 - 12:43 PM

Quite possibly. Hope your meal goes well. Best wishes, Mike.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Sttaw Legend
Date: 18 Nov 05 - 06:52 PM

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Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Georgiansilver
Date: 18 Nov 05 - 07:36 PM

Terrific night...All performers were great and wow Julie Ellison...that fast and slow guitar routine was...what can I say....words fail me.
Thanks for another good evenings entertainment Les.
Best wishes, Mike.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 18 Nov 05 - 08:13 PM

Agree with you entirely GS

Its thanks to the performers GS, but I do appreciate your thanks.

Just left Julie and John all packed up and ready to go at about 12:35

I hope they get home safely. Weather not too great.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Mr Sooz
Date: 19 Nov 05 - 03:36 AM

It was a bit foggy round our neck of the woods, but SJ coped manfully.(Thanks SJ)
'Erself is still croaking - further treatment with the Old Peculiar Gargle is called for.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Strollin' Johnny
Date: 19 Nov 05 - 03:48 AM

She's not all that peculiar Mike (or all that old for that matter!) LOL!

Weren't it a great night? Julie was her usual brilliant self, and the support artists rose to the challenge and put that bit of extra zing in their performances. Disappointing that some of the earlier performers did their spots and then buggered off. We showed them respect by listening to them, shame they weren't prepared to return the compliment, but c'est la vie (as they say on the planet Zog).

Thanks to the ladies of the 'SJ Fan Club' - as usual you embarrassed me, but I confess that I walked an inch or two taller from that point on! :-) Thanks Rosie and Helen, you're pals!

S:0)

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Strollin' Johnny
Date: 19 Nov 05 - 03:57 AM

PS Les - wot happened to the Permathread?

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 19 Nov 05 - 05:52 AM

I prefer the new thread approach. Each night is totally different so a new thread allows me to put the date in and I don't have to do any editing afterwards.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: John Robinson (aka Cittern)
Date: 19 Nov 05 - 05:55 AM

We got home safely Les. We really enjoyed the night.

Recordings should be "cooked" by sometime in December !

Thanks to everyone for their warm welcome - a great folk club which is strongly recommended.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Strollin' Johnny
Date: 19 Nov 05 - 06:06 AM

Thanks for the great sound John, much appreciated.
S:0)

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Georgiansilver
Date: 19 Nov 05 - 06:11 AM

Thanks for the great sound strollin', much appreciated. And the others of course.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Travelling Audience
Date: 19 Nov 05 - 06:48 AM

Great sound, great atmosphere and a really great night!!
Thanks to all.
Just have to say the Slow & Fast tune of Julie's sounded as if she was playing two instruments....fantastic.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 19 Nov 05 - 07:29 AM

Its good to know everybody seemed to get home OK.
It wasn't too clever with the wever wavit.

John R, your PA work is a credit to how it should be done. Maybe you should do some workshops for budding PA geezers. :-)

The truly hard work that you and Julie put in, showed in the quality of the results. Excellent night.

Excellent vibes from all the people who were there for all the performers, with Julie the icing on the cake.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rockhen
Date: 19 Nov 05 - 09:31 AM

Yes thanks to all performers, organisers and sound engineers etc...Had a brilliant time. Was nice to figure out who a few mudcatters were, too!
Rosemary's Sister was brilliant, thanks, Strollin'. I loved that song about being 50, really funny, Stitherum, I forgot who you said had written it. Julie was brilliant, as was everyone else, last night.That electric bass was great...good job my other half didn't see it. (He is otherwise engaged, mountain biking in the Lakes...yep... mad fool...but he is a drummer, you know!)He would have wanted one for Christmas! It was a great mix of styles.
It is nicer if performers stay to hear others. I always feel embarrassed if I do have to go early for a reason and I think people are missing out on more than just hearing and supporting other performers because it is great to chat with everyone.
I think, any performer with sense, realises that you can pick up good ideas from others to help keep your own performance ever-fresh and growing. You can also learn how not to perform, though hopefully not at MRFC!

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 19 Nov 05 - 10:34 AM

Agree with Strollin' and Rockhen.

It really does please me if performers stay and support each other.

Unfortunately not all performers are like that, and sometimes I have to wrestle with the problem of putting them on. At the end of the day it is a minority issue.

My final decision is swayed by letting the listeners hear these acts.

Its not easy when you are the organiser. So please bear with me performers, I am only trying to do my best for everybody. I love what I do, and need support, not knocking.

I spent from 5 last night to 12:30 ensuring you all had a great time, knowing that my wife could be very ill and that I really should have been with her.

As they say, you can please some of the people some of the time etc etc blah blah blah.

The fact that generally 3/4 of the audience are listeners is a credit to the many and varied performers that appear at the club.

So come on performers, can you stop knocking your fellow colleagues.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: BusyBee Paul
Date: 19 Nov 05 - 11:24 AM

Just for the record, first performers stayed on for the next slot at least but then had to go as they were playing elsewhere. (Can't remember where although they did tell me).

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 19 Nov 05 - 11:40 AM

I wasn't including the first performers, who as you quite rightly say BBP had other appointments and had asked me to go on first for that reason.

I have to say that if somebody does leave early, I already know about it. So if there is any blame to be laid, it certainly is not at the feet of the performers. They are very open with me.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Tim theTwangler
Date: 19 Nov 05 - 12:21 PM

Sorry to hear that news Les had no idea you had such dire things on your mind,
As always you ran a tight ship and your efforts and the quality of the performances was greatly enjoyable.
I am only a listener but sometimes I have to clear out early'cos of work but I always regret leaving as I am always told in great detail what I have missed and 'tis a bummer.
However as a sitting listening person I would like to say that I have observed that not all serve who only sit and play.(doh!)
The sound was fantastically well done and was just the enhancement that I have previously banged on about,and,Les I think that the sound guy and you proved that when the Techy and the Host(sorry cant spell impressario)take as much care over their "gigs" as these excellent performers do over their performance it raises the whole event above the run of the mill for us attendees.
And all for £3!
Thanks to all.
And best wishes and kind thoughts for those that need 'em.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rockhen
Date: 19 Nov 05 - 12:50 PM

May I echo Tim's wishes for your wife, you and your family.
The club is of small importance compared to the health of our loved ones...With hindsight and realisation of your natural concern perhaps we should have suggested that you went home and we all mucked in and continued the evening for you. It is easy to think after the event, I, for one, apologise for not being more sensitive and picking up on the situation better. We greatly appreciate the work you put in. I am not creeping or flattering you when I say the club is a credit to your hard work and I wasn't knocking anyone last night. Just making a general observation that you get more out performing if you support others, too.
Thinking of you and your wife and perhaps a few of us could take on some of the organising for Dec 2nd. I am not sure what is involved but maybe we could muck in together so no one has the full responsibilty but some of the pressure is taken off you, Les.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 19 Nov 05 - 01:32 PM

Inge is suffering from bad headaches/pains since last Monday which is not normal and she needs a CT scan. can't get a scan for well over 6 weeks on the NHS. So its a private job and the quicker the better. She is still doing things as normal
It may be nothing at all, but that doesn't mean it isn't worrying. Only got the news yesterday about the scan and it does tend to pull you up in your stride. We haven't said anything to our children, or they would probably freak out.

I am OK about running the club and don't worry about it Rockhen, you weren't to know. In actual fact Strollin' was aware and I had my mobile on. If I had received a call then Strollin' would have handled it.Thanks for that Strollin'. Friday night is my night out and I get a lot of pleasure from it.
However it does put things in perspective, and I realise how vunerable the club is if something happened to me or my family.
If anything happens, I would be grateful for any support.
Basically if I wasn't able to attend for any reason, I need to know that I can call on certain people to do the following.
Meet and greet the performers and make them feel at home.
Meet and greet the audience and ravage their pockets for all the money that they have :-)
Compare the evening making sure the evening starts on time and performers keep to their timings.
Do the raffle in the interval

Generally the Faldingworth committee look after the furniture side etc.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Tim theTwangler
Date: 19 Nov 05 - 02:09 PM

HHHmmm he would be a real hard ass to follow.
He is so ruthless with the preformers and my wallet trembles and begs to stay in the car when we drive through the village.
Yeah i know I put ass instead of act! he he
But he will forget by next time.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 19 Nov 05 - 02:10 PM

LOL

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 19 Nov 05 - 02:12 PM

Are you at the Ceilidh tonight Tim?

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Tim theTwangler
Date: 19 Nov 05 - 02:23 PM

No sorry mate had promised to support(from the bar) a couple of mates who have first pub gig in Grimsby.
they need all help they can get
lol

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rockhen
Date: 19 Nov 05 - 10:13 PM

Glad to hear Strollin' was helping out. I hope Inge's head pains turn out to be nothing serious and we are all thinking of her and you, I am sure, everyone won't mind me saying that.
You know where we all are, Les. You have built the club up enough for it to be strong enough to survive a few of us muddling along if you need us to. Family is first.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 20 Nov 05 - 04:45 AM

Thanks Rockhen :-)

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: John Robinson (aka Cittern)
Date: 20 Nov 05 - 05:02 PM

Thank you for all the comments about the PA. We decided earlier this year that the PA (and the interval music!) was an integral part of the Julie Ellison "show", and I am always grateful to organisers who allow us the flexibility to change their normal club practice to accomodate this.

I'm pleased it worked for everyone on the night.

Incidentally, the 'Slow & Fast tune' of Julie's is her version of 'Romanza' (or 'Romance'). Her version is appropriately titled 'Ragtime Romance'. The version she played at Market Rasen is actually a new arrangement, playing the first half of the tune using tremelo rather than straight arpeggio. This was the very first time she had played that arrangement in public. I was quite suprised when she started playing it that way!

Just to add to Les' comment about being there from 5 to 12:30. Les came over early to make sure the heating was on for us while we set up the PA. He didn't have to do that but we were so grateful he did. His attention to detail does him credit.

Similarly, he didn't have to stay until we had packed away, but he did. He is a gent.

Hope Inge is much better very, very soon.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Tim theTwangler
Date: 20 Nov 05 - 07:16 PM

It was a great set up John you are really on to something there and the CD hasnt been out of the player yet.
That lass is brilliant and I was actually holding my breath at times for the five minutes she seemed to have to play.
Thanks v much matey..
And yes he is a gent

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 20 Nov 05 - 07:19 PM

Thanks for the nice comments

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 20 Nov 05 - 07:20 PM

Up late ain't we Tim :-)

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Oaklet
Date: 20 Nov 05 - 07:30 PM

Not as late as me....

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 20 Nov 05 - 07:36 PM

Hi ya matey. How you doing then. Hows them other lovely lads?

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Leadfingers
Date: 20 Nov 05 - 07:44 PM

Must try to get there some time !! As well as going for 100th
posts !

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 20 Nov 05 - 07:47 PM

Yes LF I do owe you one. You would be very welcome. If you are up this way let me know.
You bugger, I just realised I let you get the hundreth in. How dare you ~:-)

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: GUEST,Andy McNee
Date: 23 Feb 08 - 02:19 PM

A long shot. I played piano & keyboard accordion in the late 1960s in Scotland with another Scot - James (Jim) Martin on accordion. He subsequently moved to Market Rasen... last saw him and his wife there in mid 70s.
Would appreciate just saying hello and how are you.

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Tim Leaning
Date: 23 Feb 08 - 02:50 PM

Sounds like you need to Pm the Villan
I think HE and many of the others who may help you are at a gig tonight.
Btu they are a lovely bunch and hope you find your mate

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 24 Feb 08 - 04:05 AM

Andy
I live in Market Rasen, but haven't come across this person.
However if you have any more details that might help to locate this person, I will do my best to try and find out for you.
I know quite a few locals who would probably know this person if they stayed for a decent time.
When you say Market rasen, do you have any sort of locator, like lived near the racecourse, or festival hall, or Library etc.
Likewise was it in Market rasen itself or one of the small surrounding villages?
He doesn't owe you any money does he LOL :-)
Cheers
Les Worrall

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Backwoodsman
Date: 24 Feb 08 - 05:24 AM

Jay-zus! Thought I'd fallen into a time-warp!! :-)

Subject: RE: Market Rasen FolkClub Friday Nov 18th 05
From: Rasener
Date: 24 Feb 08 - 05:41 AM

You say that BWM, I thought somebody had done a porn post like they sometimes do with old threads.

Its hard to beleive that Faldingworth has been on the go for 3 years this coming May.