John Roberts House Concert in Maine

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: Linda Mattson
Date: 15 Apr 07 - 01:15 AM

Great news, nice photos, funny stories, sorry to have missed it. John, hope you'll let us know when your next Northern California tour is being planned!
-Linda Mattson

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: Charley Noble
Date: 27 Mar 07 - 04:00 PM

Duane, you sure did a great job given the shooting conditions.

Cheerily,
Charley Noble

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: SINSULL
Date: 27 Mar 07 - 11:05 AM

The pictures are wonderful, Duane. Really catch the moment.
Thank you.
Mary

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: Desert Dancer
Date: 26 Mar 07 - 11:38 PM

Lovely shots, Duane.

Sigh -- to be in the NE singing country again someday...

~ Becky in Tucson

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: Duane D.
Date: 26 Mar 07 - 09:39 PM

I just added a new set of images to my flickr pages containing fifteen images I took at John's house concert. All images were taken when John stood up to sing a capella on two songs. All images were taken with the available light, no flash. Note: Images appear grainy at full size. I reset the camera's ISO setting from auto to 800, equivalent to a type of film one might use in a film camera to take pictures in low light level. To see the set of images click here.

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: adventure
Date: 26 Mar 07 - 08:33 AM

Well...what a weekend. Mary...thanks for your hospitality and hard work. Always a treat to be in good company. John just out did himself this time. Really super choices of song and lots of info in between on each one. Needless to say. We also went to his concert in Marblehead at 2 pm Sunday with Yea Mariners All and Larry Young/John Rockwell at the Me and Thee Coffee House. Really spirited two hour performance for the library reading program. We are all very fortunate.......Anyway....the aftermath of John's house concert was great fun. Lots of great songs, more good food, enlightening discussions and strange antics were to be had until the wee hours on Sunday. What a glorious way to spend a weekend.
And who needs sheep when you crawl into bed at 4 a.m and find an warm feline under the sheets.....as a bedwarmer....and besides sheep do not have claws!
One other thing....I was reminded that there was another doryman on the 'Cat.....here's an offer from the Doryman off schooner Adventure...come down to see our restoration efforts....we'll have a lot of these(dories)on board when we start sailing again....same as she was 81 years ago.   www.schooner-adventure.org
Thanks again to Mary and John for a great and wonderful weekend and to our Mudcat friends with whom we shared it with...best crew going!
Doryman and his mate

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: Barry Finn
Date: 26 Mar 07 - 01:48 AM

Nice pictures Jacqui, where's the other guy that was there, you missed someone? The last picture with John & Kendall is with Duane who came with bbc.
It was a great concert & time & John's lovely to (he,he). Thanks John
Thonk you too Mary.

Mary the ice chest's mine you can keep the soda. Remember leaving I said I gotta get my ice chest but I'll leave you the soda? You said I'll get it you. I figured that you, as 2 bit mistress had a plan & who am I to question it. I guess there was some sort of misunderstanding. I'll take the blame for it though. Usually cause it's my fault.
The ride back was fine but slow, my car had on snow shoes & it threaded just fine.
Barry

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: Jeri
Date: 25 Mar 07 - 07:37 PM

John's concert was as good as it gets, especially the last (pre-encore) song which was the one Tami requested. The food was incredible, and the people - lots of nice folks, most of whom were singers, so there were bold choruses with tasty harmonies. It was nice to see some folks I haven't seen in a while. Sorry I couldn't spend more time with bbc and Duane, or talk to people I'd just met. I wish I had more energy to hang around and sing some afterwards, but I got up to early and was having some serious consciousness issues.

Tami brought Bandit by before I left, and it was good to meet the little 4-legged gentleman.

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: jacqui.c
Date: 25 Mar 07 - 06:03 PM

Well, we were thinking of Bambi burgers but reckoned there was enough food.

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: TRUBRIT
Date: 25 Mar 07 - 05:56 PM

I don't remember the grazing deer being there but I could have been wrong......

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: jacqui.c
Date: 25 Mar 07 - 05:50 PM

Photos here.

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: TRUBRIT
Date: 25 Mar 07 - 05:48 PM

Yes - it was just a wonderful evening. Mary, you should have a couple of our bowls in the lost and found......we'll pick them up some time.......

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: jacqui.c
Date: 25 Mar 07 - 05:22 PM

A terrific evening. John's choice of material was outstanding and he gave a great performance, carrying on to the early hours with the song circle. He did a great rendition of Barrett's Privateers sometime after midnight and, although I was too tired to stay any longer, it was a wrench to leave with the party still going.

It was so good to see so many people there, enjoying the whole event. I'm sorry that Maeve had to leave so early, due to the weather, but it was good to meet her at last.

Good music, wonderful food and great company. Couldn't ask for more!

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: SINSULL
Date: 25 Mar 07 - 05:08 PM

So far an ice chest and tuner have surfaced and will be held in the Lost and Found for a maximum of 30 days. Charlie - you still haven't picked up your blue satchel.90 days and counting.

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: Midchuck
Date: 25 Mar 07 - 03:18 PM

...a good time was had by all.

What was her name?

P.

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: kendall
Date: 25 Mar 07 - 02:26 PM

A truely outstanding evening. John out did himself with his well balanced program. The food was super good, as usual, and a good time was had by all.

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: Charley Noble
Date: 25 Mar 07 - 01:07 PM

And thank you, Sinsull, for hosting another great evening!

We left around 11:30 pm and though it was still snowing most of it melted on the roads and we really didn't have any problems driving our hour back up the road to Richmond.

The food was again a delight. The shrimp curry, the chicken alfredo, the mussles, all drew my attention but there was much, much more.

The house was chock-a-block full with earger listeners, chairs, musical instruments, food and drink. If someone sneezed the entire house would rattle!

I haven't heard "Willie's Lady" in years and that was a delight. I remember the first time I heard it and tracking it down in the university library for copying, working out the minor chords. And there was "Patrick Spense" to add more cheer to a wintery spring evening, not to mention "Bringing Nelson Home." John Roberts was certainly in fine form. During the break he caught me staring at his pile of Anglo concertinas, and kindly explained how he could tell which one was which.

The one new song I tried out was "Midwatches" by old sailor-poet Burt Franklin Jenness; it's a keeper but I needed more than a week to get it hard-wired in.

Coming up in late April will be another nautical music swap at Captain Bunker's China Sea Marine Trading Company Annex, his wonderful barn in New Gloucester. I'll initiate a new thread soon with details. There appears to be no conflict with any scheduled musical event at Chez Sinsull or any other one in this area that I'm aware of.

Cheerily,
Charley Noble

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: SINSULL
Date: 25 Mar 07 - 09:30 AM

They were all in bed around 3AM. I did some dishes and went to bed. Awoke to multiple cats and dogs and people singing. SIGH.

I was so sad not to have some time to sit with Holly. Next time. The snow looked ominous and she had a long trip home.

The concert was great. The after concert was hilarious. I think we ended the vening with Frank Mills from "Hair".

Thank you all for good company, good food, and good music.

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: Sandy Mc Lean
Date: 25 Mar 07 - 12:13 AM

Hope you all are having a great time. I was in the area last spring and was almost able to drop in for a quick hello. Someday in the future I hope!

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: maeve
Date: 24 Mar 07 - 10:40 PM

Thanks for a lovely evening, Mary, Jacqui, Kendall, & all. I was sad to have to leave at the intermission, but travel would have been worse had I waited. Please explain to John why I left- I certainly loved the music he so generously provided! I appreciate those Mudcatters who were able to introduce themselves. Thank you!

I did arrive home safely.

maeve

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: maeve
Date: 24 Mar 07 - 04:22 PM

PM received, Jacqui. Thanks.

I'll try to bring 2 folding chairs. Leaving about 4:30 hoping to arrive around 6.

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: SINSULL
Date: 24 Mar 07 - 02:04 PM

Yes to any and all chairs.

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: jacqui.c
Date: 24 Mar 07 - 10:59 AM

Maeve PM'd just now.

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: maeve
Date: 24 Mar 07 - 10:44 AM

I'll be bringing rhubarb/apple/cranberry cobbler. Do you need folding chairs?

We're going to the MOFGA-Fedco et al scion swap in Unity this afternoon, then I'll drop off Himself (complete with sore leg) at home before heading to South Portland. I hope to arrive before 6pm. Snow falling in any serious way would change my plans, but I'll call if that is deemed necessary.

Mary- Could you (or Kendal or Jacqui or someone) please pm me your telephone number so I can call you if needed?

Thanks,
maeve

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: SINSULL
Date: 24 Mar 07 - 09:30 AM

Bring yourself, Jeri. Fizzy water would be good too.
M

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: Jeri
Date: 24 Mar 07 - 08:42 AM

I wish I had time to MAKE dinner rolls!

Mary, what do you need that I can buy? Bread? Fizzy water? Cat food?
(One of these days, I really WILL cook something, just to prove I can. This is not that day.)

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: jacqui.c
Date: 24 Mar 07 - 08:36 AM

LOL Peter - John, you and dinner rolls? I HOPE not!

We do, however, have a beautiful birthday cake for Tami. Plus wonderful presents.

He he he he he he he..................

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: adventure
Date: 24 Mar 07 - 08:31 AM

We have another four ponds of Bertha's Mussels, several pounds of fresh cold smoked salmon and a big pot of salmon chowder less cholesterol....right! See you all in a while. Heading to the boat for a few hours of physical abuse.
Anybody bringing dinner rolls?
Doryman

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: Barry Finn
Date: 23 Mar 07 - 11:59 AM

I just PM'd you Mary, can you send me directions. Add 1 to your list, I'll be there.

Thanks
Barry

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: SINSULL
Date: 22 Mar 07 - 07:30 PM

Did she say "BIG and SHINY"????? heh heh

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: ranger1
Date: 22 Mar 07 - 06:51 PM

Really, Jacqui, gifts aren't necessary. It's enough to be in such wonderful company. Really. Please, no extra effort is reques--er, required. Tiny little apartment, no space. Big shiny new dog crate taking up lots of room.

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: Charley Noble
Date: 22 Mar 07 - 05:45 PM

Barry-

Does that means that you're planning to sing all night, or dashing back home after the featured performer?

Cheerily,
Charley Noble

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: Barry Finn
Date: 22 Mar 07 - 04:14 PM

If I'm there I won't be needing a bed.
Barry

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: jacqui.c
Date: 22 Mar 07 - 03:27 PM

By the way, as well as being John's House Concert, Saturday night will also be Tami's birthday party, whether she wants one or not.

The cake has been ordered and we're looking into the stores in the cellar for suitable birthday presents.

He he he he he he...............................

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: Jeri
Date: 22 Mar 07 - 09:07 AM

People already declaring:

John
Peter & Joanne
Jeri
Tom & Linn
David & Rose
& possibly son Colin

Barry never said and Mary might know something she hasn't shared.
Then you have to add in the "Whoopsh - ish it really THAT late?! (hic)" folks

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: jacqui.c
Date: 22 Mar 07 - 08:35 AM

Can we get a count on who needs a bed for the night please?

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: ranger1
Date: 22 Mar 07 - 07:59 AM

Mary, my friend Andy was planning on coming and Fred and Julia are maybes. Jason is out and Kathy is a probable.

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: bbc
Date: 22 Mar 07 - 07:06 AM

Oh, Barry, I hope you can make it. Yes, it's been ages &, even then, we usually only have time to exchange a few words. Here's hoping!

love,

Barbara

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: Barry Finn
Date: 21 Mar 07 - 11:52 PM

Barbara & Duane, it's been a long time, it'd be great to see you two again, I'm doing my damnest to get there.
LOL
Barry

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: bbc
Date: 21 Mar 07 - 05:37 PM

We are looking forward to it. Even looks like the weather will cooperate. We'll have cheese & crackers, smoked salmon cream cheese spread, & a case of water.

See you soon,

Barbara (& Duane D.)

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: GUEST,SINS at work
Date: 21 Mar 07 - 01:03 PM

Any more obtuse references to that damn fuzzy salsa and someone will be wearing his chocolate cheesecake.
Any and all reading this - your presence is far more important than the buffet. If you can and want to contribute, great! If you can't, there is never a shortage of food and if there were, Willow's delivers.

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: jacqui.c
Date: 21 Mar 07 - 12:50 PM

Deb - if you can bring another desert or some nice bread. Some club soda or tonic water would also be good.

Tom - whatever potables you can manage!

The only time that Mary had a problem with leftovers was when ten jars of salsa came through the door and people insisted on opening their own jars.

All that salsa is not easy to dispose of, unlike the rest of the leftovers, which always get taken home while the f#$%^@g out of date salsa gets left with Mary, who doesn't like it, even when it's fresh.

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: DebC
Date: 21 Mar 07 - 12:21 PM

Mary, we won't need beds as we'll be staying with the cousins.

Wow, the menu is really shaping up. What can we bring to fill in any gaps?

See you all on Saturday,
Deb

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: curmudgeon
Date: 21 Mar 07 - 11:48 AM

We'll be bringing a West Indies Salad. Any potables needed?

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: jacqui.c
Date: 21 Mar 07 - 11:12 AM

I'm doing Chicken Alfredo and pasta.

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: GUEST,SINS at work
Date: 21 Mar 07 - 11:10 AM

David,
We will find a bed for you and yours. Damn! I forgot Deb + a possible 3.
I managed to catch a cold and am not operating on all cylinaders.
Sniffle.
SINS

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: Charley Noble
Date: 21 Mar 07 - 11:04 AM

Looks like a nice bunch to spend an evening with.

I'm still planning to bake a chocolate cheesecake. I hope folks will help dispose of it. I know Sinsull hates to have to store leftovers.

Cheerily,
Charley Noble

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: Feadan
Date: 21 Mar 07 - 10:13 AM

My wife Rose and I (and possibly son,Colin)would like to attend if we can impose upon somebody's hospitality to stay the night. Long drive back to Gloucester and all!

Cheers,
David de la Barre

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: jacqui.c
Date: 20 Mar 07 - 10:06 PM

SINSULL! Cellar!!!!!!

Subject: RE: John Roberts House Concert in Maine
From: Jeri
Date: 20 Mar 07 - 07:26 PM

Bobbi? Kevin & DebC?