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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: SINSULL Date: 04 Oct 09 - 09:34 AM No Ebbie. I am in Maine with Seamus - got the puppy all to myself. So life is good. Saw KT at Jacqui and Kendall's. I don't remember when I have laughed so long and so hard. I will never look at a Hefty bag the same again. KT will explain. Next year. How about you? Mary |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Bobert Date: 04 Oct 09 - 08:30 PM Just got home... Beat... Great time... Sorry to have not gotten a goodbye hugs from Jacqui, Dani and, yeah, the weedman, Amos... lol... B~ |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: maeve Date: 04 Oct 09 - 08:32 PM Anyone having fun over there in Getaway land? maeve |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: beardedbruce Date: 04 Oct 09 - 08:36 PM Yes. Evening concert right now... |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: beardedbruce Date: 04 Oct 09 - 08:47 PM Gordon Bok just finished... Now Dick Greenhouse is finished.... we are in intermission. |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: beardedbruce Date: 04 Oct 09 - 08:48 PM nope- A change.. Hil and others. |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: beardedbruce Date: 04 Oct 09 - 08:51 PM Hils, KT, charmion, Jacqui, Clairebear J. woods, tinker, |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: beardedbruce Date: 04 Oct 09 - 08:53 PM NOW we are having intermission... |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: maeve Date: 04 Oct 09 - 08:56 PM Thanks, Bruce! Please give my regards as appropriate. You just mentioned several friends. I appreciate the update. maeve, writing new songs in Maine. |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: beardedbruce Date: 04 Oct 09 - 09:18 PM Tinker , Claire, KT, Jacqui send greetings... Amos says hi. |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: beardedbruce Date: 04 Oct 09 - 09:22 PM starting again... did not catch up with others... |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Jeri Date: 04 Oct 09 - 09:24 PM Just tell me you aren't sitting in the audience all WiFi'd up and typing away... ...WITH NO G.D. VIDEO CAMERA!!! |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: beardedbruce Date: 04 Oct 09 - 09:25 PM Pete the spy, Clairebear, Keith Baldwin coming up ( next three) |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: beardedbruce Date: 04 Oct 09 - 09:30 PM Amos is taping, I'm in the back with a link that keeps dropping out. |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: beardedbruce Date: 04 Oct 09 - 09:40 PM Ron Davies and others, then Micca... |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: maeve Date: 04 Oct 09 - 09:41 PM Thanks, Bruce, that's nice. Hi there, Jeri. Feel strongly about it, do you? LOL Off to bed, me. maeve |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: beardedbruce Date: 04 Oct 09 - 09:46 PM Good night. May you dream of heart's desire and wake to a bright dawn. |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: beardedbruce Date: 04 Oct 09 - 09:53 PM Hils up now... "I roam and ramble in lonely places..." |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Maryrrf Date: 04 Oct 09 - 09:53 PM I just got back, tired but glad I got made it after all. It was another great Getaway. |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: maeve Date: 04 Oct 09 - 10:10 PM One last peek- Bruce, that's lovely, thank you. Hilary- Oh what a beautiful person and voice! Maryrrf- So glad you made it after all. Now, goodnight! maeve |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: beardedbruce Date: 04 Oct 09 - 10:14 PM now the Laprelles |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: GUEST,Dani Date: 05 Oct 09 - 07:38 AM - good to sleep for more than a couple hours at a time - sorry that hugs were missed (they were missed!) but squeezing in o.n.e. last workshop made us have to literally run out the door. - only one regret..... how could I have screwed up the schedule and missed the blues jam?!?! sincere, humble, sad regret. My only excuse is that the Sandy Paton memorial was not something you could do 'part' of, and I misread the blocks after that. I trust it was just as good with one fewer floozie? - so nice (mellower than previous years?). More later, after catching up @ work. Thanks, y'all, for absolutely everything. Dani |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Bobert Date: 05 Oct 09 - 08:20 AM Next year, Dani... Truth be known, this year's blues ja, did not campare to last years... Maybe next year we'll only have to go against God rather than Sandy Patton...lol... B~ |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: SINSULL Date: 05 Oct 09 - 08:38 AM Nobody listens to me - all you needed was an inflatable flamingo to spice up your act. |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: GUEST,Dani Date: 05 Oct 09 - 08:43 AM (snort) Bobert. Really. I mean, first Utah, then Sandy. Is someone trying to send a message?! Well, anyway, if the Second Coming happens just down the road, the rest of us who want to have a REALLY good time will be in the jam. Dani |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: skarpi Date: 05 Oct 09 - 09:36 AM sniff !!! some other time am ment to be there . all the best Skarpi |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Micca Date: 05 Oct 09 - 04:22 PM Just got back and on line at Fortunatos after a WONDERFUL weekend, I thought for the last coupla years I was becoming sensible and getting to bed early-ish (possibly due to the World shortage of Midnight Oil)but this year its been 2.30 am, 3.40am and some indeterminate time close to 4 am (the vagueness about the time is due to Port, Champagne and other celebratory drinking)and I am Knackered. I have had a wonderful Getaway with Hugs and Friends and INCREDIBLE singing and just floating in a sea ofconnected Friendship that transcends National and World boundaries. So many moments to recall and remember!! one of the best (to whet the appetite of those who werent there) at about 1.30 this morning Elizabeth LaPrelle singing the Parting Glass in the most electrifying way to a small privelaged group in the Retreat centre, On a different plane Singing, with John roberts and an assortment of others "What a Mouth what a mouth, what a Norf and sarf", performing in the Mummers play with "this years cast" that included Hnnah (the Turkish Knight) being revived by the hip flask of the Doctor(John Roberts) the kibitsing from the "audience" especially during Charlies announcements , in the concert. Bob and the others in Songwriters showcase and the revelations of the very different ways that we all wrote songs, all this and so much more. My Personal Thanks again to the FSGW for hosting and making me welcome at this event and the Friends (whether Mudcat or not) that make it feel like coming Home. Thank you Micca |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Tinker Date: 05 Oct 09 - 04:32 PM Just made it home after a musical ride home listening to old and new cd's with Barry. He's remarkably coherent, that extra nap after breakfast did wonders. I will not miss two of three nights again.. Barry and I both agree it was worth it, even though, Four hours sleep in 54 hours is just not a good thing anymore. More after a bit of a nap. |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Janie Date: 05 Oct 09 - 05:29 PM Just home. Wonderful weekend. Too exhausted to say more now.... Janie |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Maryrrf Date: 05 Oct 09 - 08:05 PM I am back and somewhat rested although I did put in a rather intense day at work. I just want to thank the folks at FSGW who do such a fantastic job of organizing this wonderful gathering. I almost missed it, but I'm glad I went. As this is only my fifth Getaway, I'm a relative newcomer, but I still feel like I'm seeing people I've known forever. Shared music creates a strong bond. |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Ferrara Date: 05 Oct 09 - 09:06 PM This morning I asked -- how come every year the Getaway is Perfect, and yet the next year it's even better? Janie said she guessed maybe we're all getting perfecter? Bruce added, "It's like a pearl. Every year another layer is added." That's right. People who couldn't get there are always there in people's memories and we reminisce about them (I almost said we gossip about them but of course no one would do that...). Those memories and reminiscences and hopes to see them another year are all part of the Getaway experience. Talk about seeing people another year -- some old friends were back this year. Pete the Spy hadn't been to a Getaway in -- what? -- 18 years? -- and Al Kehs had been away almost as long I think. Sure seemed natural to have them back. This year there was a pair swans on the river. Postcard stuff. Micca I agree, Elizabeth singing The Parting Glass while John R accompanied her is a very special memory. More later.... |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: SINSULL Date: 05 Oct 09 - 09:37 PM Raw egg, Rita. It will cough it right up. Missed you all. Mary |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: CET Date: 05 Oct 09 - 09:40 PM Charmion and I are ensconced in the Howard Johnson's in Bristol, VA en route to the Chickamauga battlefield, and from there to the Tennessee Fall Homecoming. We enjoyed a jam with some friendly folks at a coffee shop on State Street. Tomorrow we intend to have breakfast at Hank Williams' favourite burger joint. Another great Getaway. There were too many good times to pick out particular hghlights, but I am very grateful for the chance to lead a workshop wih Nancy King and learn one of the most gruesome verses of Frankie and Johnnie I have ever heard (composed by Nancy and her colllege room mate). cheers to all Edmund |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Barry Finn Date: 06 Oct 09 - 03:10 AM Just got in a little while ago. Got detoured by an Irish session at 9:00 in Boston, had to stop for the rest. Mick you must be getting old buddy, got to the Getaway just before 6 in the morning on Sunday, you could've beat me there for once. Lisa was on her way to bed & Keith, Martha & John were still singing, raising the dawn. I don't want to rub it in but your are a few days older than me so I'll forgive you (you have the address to send a CD too, right). Tinker & I did agree that it was well worth the ride even for the short time we had there, it was just wonder-full. Thanks to all who came & to all who made it happen I can stay up no longer G'nite Barry |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Tinker Date: 06 Oct 09 - 11:19 AM A bit of the Blues Jam I didn't have a whole lot of memory available for video, but I have a few other clips and photos I'll post later once I clear up the red eyes and other minor edits.... I bow to Claire Bear as the New Queen of the Floozettes |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Amos Date: 06 Oct 09 - 11:26 AM Man, I am, still blinking owlishly in tyhe daylight here in California, and I seem to have wandered by accident into an engineering and manufacturing company where they stick papers in your hand. What a Getaway. I have video clips of many things and wiull clean them up and post them in the days ahead. I am sorry I did not get Elizabeth Prelle with John doing Parting Glass!! But I got most all of the Five Minute Workshop, which brought down the house on Sunday night. A |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: GUEST,KT logged out Date: 06 Oct 09 - 11:43 AM KT logged out....may be that way all day at work, today, too. Do you s'pose the fact that I forgot to turn the sound up on my cell alarm clock is any indication that I should have planned to catch up on sleep today instead of going to work - Got in at at 2 am (East coast time) and was in bed by three - hey that's earlier than any night at the Getaway! SO many wonderful memories, new tunes floating in my head and many more to learn, reunions with dear friends, LOADS of laughs and many wonderful new friends. Fabulous workshops, and many impromptu sessions along the way. Will write more later, but for now duty calls... hope they don't mind me floating around there all day with a silly, happy grin - KT |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: GUEST Date: 06 Oct 09 - 11:45 AM Darriel got videos of Elizabeth and Sandy singing "Pair in a Paradise" (or is it "Bare There Were They"?) in the Sunday concert, and Blind Bartemus and one other song from their mini concert. We'll try to get them up. He may also have recorded The Parting Glass but if so he recorded it with his phone and I don't think he can download it. -Rita |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Janie Date: 06 Oct 09 - 11:48 AM Too many good memories and way too much fun for some one my age to be having! A few highlights from among many - Meeting Hilary (MGAS) and Richard, with souls just as beautiful as their voices. Getting to visit a bit with Rita and Bill. Listening to Claire and Hilary sing a late night duet. Making the cut into Bobert's blues band as the tamborine shaker:>) Listening to a whole slew of Jims, all of whom are gems. The Maudlin Brothers. Charlie Baum's ever beatific demeanor. Hanging out with my best Buds, Amos, LEJ, and Bobert, and my darlin' sister, Annie. And more wonderful songs and voices from every quarter than you can even imagine if you have not been to a Getaway. Regrets at not getting a chance to visit or sing with a bunch of folks. And missing too many cherished friends who could not make it this year....it was tough, making enough noise for all of you - but I managed;^) Too many favorite things to mention....I understand Claire and I treated Tinker to a truly remarkable zzzzzz duet. If Sins (who does not snore) had been there, we could have been quite a trio. Now I know why Annie slept in the back of her SUV! So that's just a few items from another weekend of magic and musical fellowship. I am so very, very grateful to the FSGW members who put in sooo much volunteer time to make this magic happen and thankful for your kindness is inviting us to share in the result. Janie |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: SINSULL Date: 06 Oct 09 - 11:58 AM LOL So I was missed, eh? I'm at work and all the videos are blocked. Tonight I will get a chance to see them. Sounds like another amazing Getaway. Aren't Hilary and Richard wonderful? And a bit talented too. SINS |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Bill D Date: 06 Oct 09 - 11:58 AM "Getting to visit a bit with Rita and Bill." ...and how we reciprocate that sentiment! (he says, in formal language entirely inadequate to express the fullness of the emotional depths engendered.) More about the entire weekend when *I* have both sorted & filtered enough to not type for 12 hours trying to encompass it all. |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Bill D Date: 06 Oct 09 - 12:01 PM (oh...and Richard doesn't say a lot (until you get to know him), but when he SINGS! Wow... what they did Sunday night at the concert had many folks in awe. |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: maeve Date: 06 Oct 09 - 12:38 PM It's so nice y'all had another wonderful time at the infamous Getaway! Richard and Hilary are lovely. I'm grateful to have spend some time with them both in South Portland, Maine. I'm also glad KT took the time to attend the house concert and sing; the three of them along with all the other folks there made it my own personal Getaway. :) maeve |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Lonesome EJ Date: 06 Oct 09 - 01:32 PM Some terrific moments this year... Dave from Oregon in his performance of an Irish song at the Saturday Night Concert. If he was nervous in front of a group of strangers, it didn't show. Nailed the song, and I saw Dave Diamond and John nod at each other in recognition of it. Who in hell are the Maudlin Brothers!? Those two guys can sing! And yodel! They added an element of fun and professionalism to the jam in the Peace Shack on Friday that was amazing. One of them accompanied me on Hickory Wind with a high harmony so tight it brought tears to my eyes. They didn't stay long on Saturday, but the two Jims from the Harley String Band did, and laid their magic on us, and it turned into another monumental jam. I wish I could remember the name of the song I sang with Harley Jim Johnson and Ron Davis on Sunday night. It was probably the most amazing three part harmony I have ever done, with Jim on melody, Ron on middle, and me on high harmony. The chords were ringing like midnight bells, or so I would say if I had a poetic bent. And David gave the term "blues harp" an entire new meaning. Bill D in his psychedelic coveralls. Enough said. Bill's better half playing zither and sing Santa Lucia. Discussing character motivations in Matty Groves with the Laprelle's. I can't imagine having that conversation anywhere else. Hils singing the chilling song about the Water Spirit late Friday. A formation of geese flying toward a full moon shining above a gazebo where harp notes and voices mingled. |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Bill D Date: 06 Oct 09 - 01:54 PM wait...wait...!! Durn LEJ, I missed some/most of those moments! I want to be cloned. (well, yeah...I had some I didn't miss...but..) (I did NOT miss a number of events where LEJ played blues harp so as to make the hair stand up on my neck...... ☺) |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: kendall Date: 06 Oct 09 - 02:18 PM By the time I arrived at the Getaway I had told myself that this could be the last one. Travel takes so much out of me that most trips are just not worth the pain. However, before the thing was over I realized that I couldn't just quit. The trip back home was one I dreaded and I almost decided to fly and let Jacqui and Carol do the road trip, but Tinker of the magic hands gave me a massage that set me up for the trip. Tinker, I never would have made it without that massage. There were too many high spots to list but I have to say that seeing Dani and her lovely daughters was certainly one of them. Then there was KT all the way from Alaska. What a delightful lady she is! Amos, Dan and KT, thanks you all so much for your dedication of your songs to me. What have I done to warrant such attention? |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: GUEST,Michele Callaghan Date: 06 Oct 09 - 02:31 PM I am so bummed that I got the flu and couldn't come to Getaway this year (and I have the shortest distance to travel of anyone). I will keep a good thought about next year. Michele Callaghan |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Amos Date: 06 Oct 09 - 02:43 PM What have I done to warrant such attention? Skipper: Absolutely nothing. You just got lucky in the eye-color department. Nahhhhh....you already know the answer. Jacquie will explain it to you. A |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Leadfingers Date: 06 Oct 09 - 03:04 PM I have a link somewhere for David Diamonds piccies ! I'll find it as it isnt on here !! |
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Subject: RE: Getaway 2009 - other stuff than programming From: Leadfingers Date: 06 Oct 09 - 03:05 PM 300 |
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