Yup, Charley, Duane D. & I survived, at least. In terms of the music, it was a really lovely weekend. Some issues with the new location, though. The most upsetting was too-low occupancy regulations about the rooms. Some folks were shut out of hearing sessions. Some of us left sessions early to try to make sure we could get into at least part of the next one we wanted to hear. It really hurt the karma of the weekend, in my opinion. School bells went off every 1/2 hour in some of the rooms--a bit disruptive, particularly of solo a cappella pieces. Food was good, but somewhat limited in selection or, occasionally, availability. Also, the Folk Legacy & Camsco booths were in a really lousy location, where they got little attention. If they can't sort out some of these issues, I suspect I won't go after next year.

I saw many people I value, both as friends & performers, & will try to post again. For now, I'd better get to bed. School starts early!

best,

bbc