A chara,

Beau, didn't mean to frighten you! The scene up here is nice. I've lived up here all my life though, and still haven't been to Nanny O'Brien's. I know some of the Nanny-session crowd though. I have a friend who is trying to put together a session in the Fairfax area if anyone is ever interested. I've been to Glen Echo once, and almost got run over (during a Beausoliel concert). That was my first impression of contra dancing, and I will never get over it! Thought recently I went to Augusta and played/danced at the ceili there, and it wasn't so bad. (Hey, I'm still alive, right?)

Rick, what do you play? I tried to do solo stuff, but you know there ain't much you can do with just solo fiddle or sean nos singing. So it was funny to hear you say that sometimes you hire a band. I was fortunate enough to be playing at the Va. Renaissance Fair (2 hours from my house) and met up with some fine musicians who live on the same street as I do! I'd like to hear more about the "no, I don't play in a band" lifestyle!

Slainte, Laura