Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 08 Feb 05 - 05:01 PM

Don't forget about The Friendly Earth Acoustic Gatherings as well. Should be well cool starting in Springy April. PM me for even more details.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: breezy
Date: 08 Feb 05 - 02:29 PM

dear Guest give me a call if you are interested in doing something, we are always ready to hear from 'new folks'.

Last weeks Spotlight floor singers landed a future Spotlight gig.
its the club to play at these days.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: George Papavgeris
Date: 08 Feb 05 - 12:14 PM

Sorry, should have been St Albans Windward and Spotlight

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: George Papavgeris
Date: 08 Feb 05 - 12:11 PM

GUEST,

Fri-Sun refers to the two St Albans "sister clubs": Windward on Friday, start at 8:30pm and "Spotlight" on Sunday, start at 8:00pm.

Details on format and guests from St Albans Windward/Spotlight

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: GUEST
Date: 08 Feb 05 - 12:05 PM

Fri - Sun what format is it? as I would like to visit.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 08 Feb 05 - 11:30 AM

AAAARRRRRR. Hope to be well enough on Fri or Sun, Sir. Who is playing again?

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: breezy
Date: 08 Feb 05 - 04:28 AM

Drag your selves there to the Queen's Hard Ampthill tonight or else

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Richard Atkins
Date: 07 Feb 05 - 09:28 PM

That was my point Martin. Hope your not going down with the bug of the moment,its a sod. Guru recovered just in time for the event. No coughing on Tuesday :>}

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 07 Feb 05 - 02:34 PM

Yes Richard, but should it not extend to people who go in and spend money as well? You never know they might come back. I won't be there tonight Ross, sorry, I have caught something, so I can't play Cricket or Rugby for England then.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Ross
Date: 07 Feb 05 - 04:04 AM

Oh I forgot to thank David from Italy - that was a nice start for the evening

20000 houses were hit by the power cut - we were lucky as 7000 were still without power on Sunday

One thing - the bar staff did get flustered in the power cut as without the till they had to do all the maths in their head and the beers were difficult to pull without power

Many thanks for all the nice comments - I hope to see you all around the folk world in the coming months

Hi Rhiannon - sorry I didn't get a chance to chat to you - you were stuck down the dark end & I didn't see you leave - I hope you had a good time and many apologies

I'm hoping to get to Ampthill to support Guru

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Moses
Date: 07 Feb 05 - 03:57 AM

Well done Ross

Had a great evening. So much talent, so many lovely people. I am so pleased that I was able to be there and be a part of it.

Thanks, Mick, for singing "Joe Peel", one of my favourites. Didn't see the going of you - hope you both had a good journey back home.

I'd only met Julie for the first time on Friday but already I'm hooked. Where has she been all this time?

Thanks everyone for making it such a special event.

The "Italian", by the way, is Davide Calvo a new member of Herga Folk Club.

Christine

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Richard Atkins
Date: 06 Feb 05 - 09:45 PM

Martin, not a go against Bob. He had plenty of time for his locals which is good to see these days. Thats what makes a good publican in my view, but it stopped there. Thanks to Ross the event was Great. see you both at Ampthill on Tuesday ?

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: GUEST,May Kronedinner
Date: 06 Feb 05 - 06:15 PM

What a soooooooooooperb night! Such variety, (including in variences of prices for the same rounds) such entertainment, such enthusiasm. I feel guilty that I didnt contribute more for such a great afternoon and evening and that I 'only' managed to attend from 4.30pm till 12.30pm. Wish I'd been there sooner. Nevertheless, What a great night. I'm sure we all learned something and expanded something (two eyes probably expanded his waistline but I'll stop there).

Well done Ross! Well done Folkaholics, well done everyone! Songs and playing that really moved me, particularly Julie, The Ref with his paradise song - he encapsulated my two songs in one perfectly, his combination with Christine, the Italian (?) guest.... I don't mean to leave anyone out but must leave space for others to congratulate you on a fantastic night... Historic in my mind...

The candlelit atmosphere was almost too perfectly timed. (I have my suspicions as the lights came on to Mick Pearce singing about the lightman.) Reminded me of scenes I saw on a website showing candles lit on a beach spelling out Hope made out of tealights and brown paper bags:

http://la.indymedia.org/news/2005/01/121700.php

You should all be proud of yaselves! 'Part from the usual friendly barmen...

Like Martin's unicorn, two eyes and I are more than a little horse today...

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: silverfish
Date: 06 Feb 05 - 02:17 PM

Very well done, Ross. To have squeezed so much moolah from that bunch of itinerant and impecuniate folkies (even for so good a cause) is an amazing feet!
It was really good to see all those old faces again - and not only faces but feet and other bitz as well.
Some of them, of course were considerably enhanced by the sympathetic candle light....
Don't think I'll be able to make this Monday - I spent too much on petroleum and firewater on my 2 visits on Saturday. Hope to see you Monday week though.
It was a tremendous effort all round - give yourselves a clap (or any other preferred social handicap).
Cheers

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Ross
Date: 06 Feb 05 - 01:05 PM

Well said Bert - I forgot to thank Pat for all her brilliant work on the door - I owe her a brandy

Don't forget there's a singaround at the Pub tomorrow (7th) - I can understand comments made - it is a difficult question - it's all a shame

Robb Johnson's on at Herga if you want to boycott us

I'll be at the Bull if anyone wants to twang along with me - I may practice the Wild Rover

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Singing Referee
Date: 06 Feb 05 - 09:11 AM

Well done Ross! Give that man a banana. He'll probably need the energy top up.

Brilliant day, everyone was fab, and now we've got a new 3 year old recruit to folk music.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: breezy
Date: 06 Feb 05 - 09:05 AM

If you can, do please come and support Hilary at the Ampthill Club on Tuesday at the Queen's Hard, many of us will be traveeling from a long way away so it would be good if her local folks could make it too.

George papavgeris , Steve and Christine will also be making the trip - from Ruislip!!

Well done Ross,

maybe see you tonight with Julie Ellison who will be doing a guitar workshop before hand at the Legion.

eleanor C will be there

plus a floor spot from Cistern, i e John Robinson, Julie's agent, who also uses Fred Kelly speeD picks

and Adam, the naked guitarist


at the legion tonight 6.30 for the workshop, 7.45 for the Spotlight Club

Verulam road, St Albans

and the BFG

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Bertie
Date: 06 Feb 05 - 08:51 AM

Eh people what a great day, we can say we was there, power cut an-all - we should all keep a Ross in the cupboard to get out when theres somthing to organise - I have to thank Pat for sitting in the cold by the door, I had to keep topped up with brandy.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: My guru always said
Date: 06 Feb 05 - 08:09 AM

What a fabulous day, well done Ross!!!

Really enjoyed the event but wish I'd come along earlier as one of the Quire members commented to me that it was pretty difficuly doing 4 part harmony from scores during the power cut. That must have been a challenge!!!

Heard some superb performances - wonderful to have Mick Pearce (Guest MCP) come all the way from Worksop, and as for Julie Ellison, what can I say - where's she been hiding her light? she's absolutely Fantastic!!!!

Also good to hear Moses & The Ref, they're doing very well, an excellent combination.

Looking forward to your next event Ross, but must echo the comment about the Pub Management, things seem to have gone downhill with them, may be time for a change although I really hope you can keep the venue!

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Ross
Date: 06 Feb 05 - 07:46 AM

£ 253.00 raised for the tsunami appeal - well done

Cheers everyone and thanks for the great day and night

Sorry about the power cut - Bedford terrorists again; seeking independence - it all added to the spirirt and ambience - like the blitz

Many thanks to all the main performers - Julie Ellison (and for all her great promotion works & wow factor - Tipex?), Folkaholics (Martin, Derek, Cathy & Trevor), George Papavgeris & John Breeze (very well behaved), Christine Moses and Steve singing ref, Mick Pearce, Mike Sparks OBE, Hilary Ward, Andrew & Martyna, The Bedford West Quire, Life & Times (Barry G & Graeme M), Bert Tann, Roy Hollowel, Rita, Yvonne, Selina & Ian Rennie & Jane Carrington

Special thanks to Bert Tann for the use of the PA which due to power cut was largely unused

And many thanks to all who came along and contributed to the cause

Perhaps we'll do it all again one - I'll dictate it when we are ready

Sorry for all the shouting

Hope you are well Piers - come and save our forests

Ross

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 06 Feb 05 - 06:48 AM

That sounds like the lovely Bob, you are talking about Richard.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Richard Atkins
Date: 05 Feb 05 - 09:28 PM

Woderfil event Great Singing with all the harmonies brill. Shame about the lacadasilal attitude to customers though. This pub needs new management.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 05 Feb 05 - 08:26 PM

Cheers Piers. How are you dude? You missed a good do. But don't worry I will be ringing you this week. Cooooool. Cheers Ross, what a great dictator and organiser you are, see you soon.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Piers
Date: 05 Feb 05 - 05:20 AM

Best of luck people!

Piers

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Ross
Date: 05 Feb 05 - 04:57 AM

Great stuff everybody - see you all later

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 04 Feb 05 - 07:02 PM

Great stuff Eleanor. Try and speak out when they are all watching the telly. We will be there from Noon to Midnight anyway. See you soon.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Bertie
Date: 04 Feb 05 - 05:40 PM

Lookin forward to Sat, Hi May, nice to see you again, break a leg, breezys a busy boy with a hair cut (so iv bin told)

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: eleanor c
Date: 04 Feb 05 - 05:18 PM

Hi Martin,
I'm booked into a family get together ("oh but you've got to be got to be got to be there") but I really really want to come to Barton on Saturday

I feel very anguished at the thought of missing the gig.......
planning my escape.....see how it goes...
Eleanor C

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: breezy
Date: 04 Feb 05 - 12:06 PM

Julie just did 3 counties radio

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Singing Referee
Date: 04 Feb 05 - 11:25 AM

I've asked Alan at Letchworth to give us a plug tonight.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 04 Feb 05 - 09:17 AM

Cheers Ross, see you tomorrow.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Ross
Date: 04 Feb 05 - 07:51 AM

Good luck RtS and have a great night - it sounds frightfully posh

All your overspill will be welcome down here in the sticks if they can find the M1 - we're just orf junction 12

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Roger the Skiffler
Date: 04 Feb 05 - 04:20 AM

There's a Tsunami event at Jagz in Ascot as well with House of Blues but it's already a sellout so I odn't need to publicise it!

RtS

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Ross
Date: 04 Feb 05 - 04:06 AM

Hi JB - good show - I like fleggy's twiddly bits really - glad to hear Redbourn was well attended - I'll get done the shop and buy some tickets - we have a boutique in Redbourn - thanks for the CD

I'm looking forward to hearing Mike Sparks on Saturday - it was really good he volunteered - ditto for everyone else

We won 3-2 at the Crown last night

Martin - your tables booked for 7pm - you are placed in the Tulip dining area between the Thatcher's escape a coup celebration and Princess Glady's squeeze a fart party

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: breezy
Date: 03 Feb 05 - 08:11 PM

over 20 at redbourn for Fleggy tonight, and a very good show he put on.

good job the Windward residents showed up or there would have been noone to hold the first half together.

Steve and Christine and Mike Sparks.

dont think many people realise who and what Mike Sparks is and has done , sorry , Mike Sparks MBE, apart from doing the bookings for herga and writing and producing stage productions and writing songs that have passed into the Folk tradition. heraud and turner sing at least one of his songs and are among his many admirers.


tonight, friday 4th do come please and preview Julie Ellison at the legion in St Albans, she's doing alot for the Tsunami promo this week end, so please come and support her and find out what she's all about.

you can buy books of raffle tickets these days about £1.25

heres a CD

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Ross
Date: 03 Feb 05 - 03:10 PM

You could always come and watch the Bull play dominoes at the Crown in Upper Sundon

SCROUNGE ALERT

ANY DONATIONS OF GIFTS FOR SATURDAYS RAFFLE WOULD BE GRATEFULLY RECEIVED

Publicity wise:

We are in the local paper tonight - The Luton & Herald post have given us quite a nice write up under a big banner

Julie will be mentioning us on 3 Counties (John Pilgrim) tomorrow about 4 o'clockish - Friday

Anyone got any raffle tickets we can use?

I won't ask about the open/close thing - I think the gossip's quite amusing

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 03 Feb 05 - 08:44 AM

Last chance to practise before the big day. Singaround at The Red Lion in Radlett tonight, run by the lovely Nick Male. WOOOO.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 02 Feb 05 - 04:46 PM

Hello Ross. Glad it all went well. We did, we ran through the set for Saturday (most of it twice) then ended up at their local. Trevor said about booking a table, at the front, in the pub. So if you can on Thursday, that would be much gratutued. 7.00pm Sat, for The Folkaholicks. Cheers. Also you could find out first hand about this open or close thing.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: breezy
Date: 02 Feb 05 - 04:10 PM

Hey julie Ellison will be on 3 Counties radio

see her thread re Julie Ellison comes to ST Albans

thats the way to do it.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: breezy
Date: 02 Feb 05 - 04:04 PM

He was there, but left with Camilla before you arrived, I took them home before returning later.

Hope me voice holds out!

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: GUEST,Ross
Date: 02 Feb 05 - 09:12 AM

Oh - I wondered what that was all about

I suppose you're going to tell me HRH Prince Charles was there as well

Reminds me when the neighbours dropped a sparkler in the firework box and a lady from across the village (the next morning) said - `that was a pretty firework you had last night'

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: breezy
Date: 02 Feb 05 - 04:45 AM

That bloke was Pete Coe

See his web site

he is an icon, hence all that bowing and scraping upon entry

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Ross
Date: 02 Feb 05 - 03:36 AM

Hi Martin - yeah, I only changed me vest in the end - JB examined me armpits - they failed the freshness test

The Blue Anchor was okay - a chap from Ipswich turned up and he was very good - we missed you all - there seemed to be more listeners than singers

Can you book a table at the Bull? - Are you sure you're not confusing the Bull for the Ritz; or do you mean in the function room for the do - or is it for a meal in the front?

Hope the practice went okay?

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 01 Feb 05 - 08:06 PM

That does not stop you normally Ross. Don't forget Singaround at The Redlion in Radlett on Thursday, run by Nick Male. How did The Blue Anchor go Ross? See you on Saturday. By the way can you book a table for four of us for Saturday at 7.00 o'clock at The Bull when you go next please. Cheers. And then confirm back here by Friday night. Cheers. We were going to go to The Blue Anchor tonight but we had our last practise before the main event on Saturday instead. Yippeeee.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Ross
Date: 01 Feb 05 - 01:55 PM

Many apologies to all; for letting the thread disappear of the page

I hope the excitement's still mounting

I think I'll go to the Blue Anchor tonight; but I'm not sure as it means changing me vest and washing me armpits

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: GUEST
Date: 31 Jan 05 - 09:49 AM

Ireland, I have booked my june week there already I didnt think anthing had been sorted???? - Practice makes perfect! in my case I get worse, can you all email me your music dates please I shall try and get to some in. [e-mail] , martin I will pass the message on.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 31 Jan 05 - 07:50 AM

That sounds exciting Ross. Is it like Football where if you play at home you have a slight advantage? And hello Bertie, I am glad you mentioned the singaround on Thursday cos I thought it was on Wednesday. Can't make Thursday cos it is a "Folkaholicks" practise night. Say hello to Nick for me please and will you ask him the plans to go to Ireland are getting on, some of us still want to go. Cheers. Are you coming to The Blue Anchor Tuesday night?

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: breezy
Date: 31 Jan 05 - 06:25 AM

charge em double before they start, fine em for dressing as such and then again for singing, and even again for being old.And if they aint old ,for not being old.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Ross
Date: 31 Jan 05 - 03:57 AM

I'm playing dominoes this Thursday - were away at the Crown - tough match - I won't be free on Thursdays for a while

I hope Chris is well supported - I have great admiration for him - but I do find all those twiddly bits a bit boring - as I get older; I find more straight forward delivery more appealing - I've done with worshipping Bill Nelson

Up folk clubs everywhere

Guru - do try and get to Barton by five as there is a 20 strong 17th century choir turning up to sing provocative period songs; dressed in authentic costumes

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: breezy
Date: 30 Jan 05 - 07:33 PM

Do support Thursday club at the cricketers in redbourn where Chris Flegg is playing and Janet could do with a bit more help.

fleggy is a trifick guy and probably the best guitarist you could ever wish to see and hear.

come to that so could we in St Albans!! where fleggy frequently hangs out

Sessions are fine but do support your local folk clubs where you can hear great songs by some real great talent and its not that expensive either.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Bertie
Date: 30 Jan 05 - 05:19 PM

Oh dear whats been started, Reminder - This Thursday a sing-a-round at the red lion in radlett starts at 8 pm? Borehamwood 'HAM' Nick - Steve and crew. See you Weds for the blues thingy.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 30 Jan 05 - 03:18 PM

What will you do on Thursdays now Ross?

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Ross
Date: 30 Jan 05 - 02:37 PM

Hi everybody - sorry I've been quiet - Are you sure it's got a K in it

Worrying thoughts Bert - Have you tried Smarties - they're made from crushed beetles - evidently

I know Rachel & Bob are always threatening to leave for better pastures - but I've never heard the pub is closing down story before

Only a week to go - if you can all go forth and tell everyone - it will be much appreciated

Thanks

Ross

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: breezy
Date: 30 Jan 05 - 12:01 PM

so do we all!!!

Wont you be popping into french Row for a warm up?

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: My guru always said
Date: 30 Jan 05 - 06:36 AM

Only a week away now & looks like a Fantastic line-up!!! Wish I could come up for the whole day but I'll probably only get there about tea-time. Hope there'll still be a few people there!!!

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 30 Jan 05 - 04:54 AM

NOOOOO D D D don't do that Bertie. We won't know who you are. And you won't look like an Old Folkie who has just come in out of the rain, who has forgoten to take the tablets. Don't worry Ross they always say that every year as you know. But "The Friendly Earth Acoustic Gatherings" are ready to go Mon 11/04/05 Mon 09/05/05 and Mon 13/06/05 At White Horse (Finbars) Dunstable Hight Street North. Car Park and Ale. £1.00 entry.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Bertie
Date: 29 Jan 05 - 08:37 PM

Pats info just - closin doon dont know what-where-when or if ! thats about it, ill check next time I see her, who dreamed up the blues breakers? I think we should be called Ross's Nightmare Makers, John and I? looking forward to the day and Ill trim the beard so that I dont look like a tramp just wandered in out of rain, keep taking the tablets .....

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 29 Jan 05 - 06:55 PM

Can't I just PM you like other people?

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: breezy
Date: 29 Jan 05 - 06:09 PM

yes, but

better be there sunday, dates are going fast.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 29 Jan 05 - 03:42 PM

Well you know what I mean.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: breezy
Date: 29 Jan 05 - 01:27 PM

no . try again

cy ka delic

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 29 Jan 05 - 12:55 PM

More phsyadelic, if that is how you spell it.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: breezy
Date: 29 Jan 05 - 12:04 PM

punkoid?


All go for Steve and Christine tomorow at the Spotlight, as a warm up for next Saturday, come for a preview.

the Royal British Legion , Verulam road, St Albans.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 29 Jan 05 - 05:44 AM

Yes, but she was a 70tis child, so it is a bit weird. Might be just right for you Breezy.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: breezy
Date: 28 Jan 05 - 12:55 PM

she can join breezy and papa !!

can she dance?

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 28 Jan 05 - 12:07 PM

That's right Pamela Pam. I will email her, Cheers.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Ross
Date: 28 Jan 05 - 10:43 AM

Oh - it's Pamela Pam - I thought the name sounded familiar

It's not possible after 8pm - unless she joins in with the Folkaholics

But we could always fit in a three song spot in the afternoon sometime

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 28 Jan 05 - 08:42 AM

Ooooh thas sounds intresting. Pam wants to know if she can play at the do, but she can't get there until after about 8 o'clock.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: breezy
Date: 28 Jan 05 - 04:56 AM

dont say - change of landlord

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: GUEST,Ross
Date: 28 Jan 05 - 04:41 AM

Hi Bert - I think there is one next week - the 2nd Feb - bluesy night

I'm sure Martin can play anything - even a swiss army pocket knife - The Roy Castle of the folkey world

I think Pamela Moody's been trying to get hold of me - anyone know what that is about?

What's Pat's inside information about the pub?

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 27 Jan 05 - 07:28 PM

Oh I did'nt know that either. Good point Bertie. And Breezy.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: breezy
Date: 27 Jan 05 - 06:41 PM

Is that because its regulated States-side and we are 5 hours ahead?

think global


sorry joe, theres one in every village.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Bertie
Date: 27 Jan 05 - 05:17 PM

The clock on this is five hour slow?

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Bertie
Date: 27 Jan 05 - 05:16 PM

Eh up ross is there a wednesday blues thing on?

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 26 Jan 05 - 12:28 PM

Excellent, Breezy just what we want. But no Ross not with me playing it.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: breezy
Date: 26 Jan 05 - 10:41 AM

And I have my swiss army pen knike handy too!!

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Ross
Date: 26 Jan 05 - 10:19 AM

Sounds brilliant Martin - can't wait

Shouldn't it be boom, bang a bang

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 26 Jan 05 - 09:39 AM

Ready and waiting Dude. I have now booked some dates for "The Friendly Earth Acoustic Gatherings" Watch this space. WOOOO. And I have just bought a great BIG Djembe BONG BONG BANG.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Ross
Date: 26 Jan 05 - 03:47 AM

Many thanks to everyone who came along Monday night

Bert, Pat, John B, Rita and Yvonne

A small group but it was a nice night

I hope everyone's up for the event on the 5th

Best regards from Ross

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Ross
Date: 23 Jan 05 - 12:33 PM

Guru - No one told me you had slipped

Are you a fallen women? - Isn't there anybody out there; that can save you?

Many thanks to everyone for the encouraging e-mails and support

Our next Monday singaround in the pub is this Monday starting 8.30

ie 24th January

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: My guru always said
Date: 22 Jan 05 - 05:28 PM

No probs Ross, but I think the phrase is: mere slip of a girl.....

*hobbles off & ducks for cover*

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Ross
Date: 22 Jan 05 - 08:00 AM

Sorry Guru - I keep forgetting you're a mere girl

Cheers leadfingers - I didn't realise that we were clashing - have a good time in Bulgaria and watch out for the child catcher

Good luck Moses - well done Steve - and God save all who sail on us

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 22 Jan 05 - 04:43 AM

Nice one Leadfingers. CU soon. When is the next N Yorks do?

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Leadfingers
Date: 21 Jan 05 - 09:01 PM

Shame that a lot of us are already booked for Portaferry (LoughstockIII) And as I've paid for my flight and booked accomodation I am NOT cancelling ,even for sucjh a good cause ! Great Line up though !! Have Fun and Good Luck !!

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 21 Jan 05 - 07:01 PM

Cheers May. You will have to explain your name to me on Wednesday. Plus I have your CD with "The Story Teller" (At Last) not the best singing on it but it will do for now. Cheers CU Wednesday, if not before.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: GUEST,May Kronedinner
Date: 21 Jan 05 - 06:01 PM

Me and two eyes will definitely be there.

Will try and persuade LanFranc to join me on the songs we've rewritten for Tsunami Fundraising that we're doing at WaveAid (see separate thread).

We've also got a DVD with images for a backdrop/intro/whatever that twoeyes put together if you'd like to play it-will give to Martin Wed. Will be there soon as 2eyes has finished his stint in town. Well done guys for your organisation/enthusiasm. Some other organisers (not mudcatters) losing the focus a bit of why we're doing this! Fun, folks and money!

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: My guru always said
Date: 21 Jan 05 - 06:00 PM

Yes Good Luck Moses :-)

And that's enough of the 'old' Ross.....

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Moses
Date: 21 Jan 05 - 10:09 AM

Ref Maidenhead song competition - one of the rules is that the song must be written this year (on or after 1.1.05).

The last competition had some great songs - El G's "Circles in the Air" and one of Breezy's favourites, "Bevin Boys" by Tony Green (the winner)as well as many other good songs.

Good luck to all who enter (me especially)

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Ross
Date: 21 Jan 05 - 08:58 AM

http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/stevelast/tsunami.html

Sorry; I forgot to say this is a good link

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Ross
Date: 21 Jan 05 - 08:54 AM

Hi Martin - I don't think I'll be able to play the triangle - can't you get Bono - sorry about tonight - have a good un

Good old guru - what song should I enter - `she was only the carpenter's daughter; but she would'?

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: breezy
Date: 21 Jan 05 - 08:32 AM

yesterday Guru was in very good form, she did one song at maidenhead and I think it was special.

Do you know about the songwriting contest they hold every 2 years

Forms now available , comp end of march.
Search maidenhead folk club link via george papavgeris''s site

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 21 Jan 05 - 08:23 AM

Are you coming to Mike's do tonight?

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 21 Jan 05 - 08:22 AM

Not yet. All will be revealed in the goodness of time. Oh and when I want you to play.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Ross
Date: 21 Jan 05 - 03:37 AM

Hi Martin - how is the "Folk Aid going" - I saw the note in the last Unicorn

What's the line up of the band looking like - have you got Ralph Mctell on triangle yet?

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 20 Jan 05 - 04:38 PM

Yes Mike has written a song called "Feed Me" I want to use that for my idea of "Folk Aid" that I hope will present itself very soon. Bram Taylor is willing to help. Great.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Ross
Date: 20 Jan 05 - 02:22 PM

Very abstact humour there - well done everybody

Thanks for the support & good luck to self respecting Mike

You've all done very well

Ross

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 20 Jan 05 - 07:58 AM

Well sometimes.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: GUEST
Date: 20 Jan 05 - 04:43 AM

Don't you mean self-abusing song lover?

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 19 Jan 05 - 07:54 PM

Luckly for me I AM a self respecting song lover

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: breezy
Date: 19 Jan 05 - 03:54 PM

If they aint seen Mike then they ought as he was a great supporter of the Hollybush and just having seen him on video I am reminded that he is a class singer/writer, a cut above , since then its been George P

A must for any self respecting song lover

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 19 Jan 05 - 09:06 AM

Hi Bertie I am fine. Should see you on Monday, I hope. Unless anyone wants to go and see Mike Devin at St Albans. Give me a ring if you do Bertie or Ross. Etc etc.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Ross
Date: 19 Jan 05 - 04:36 AM

Hi Bert - see you Wednesday - hope to see you all next Monday

Everyone happy with the line up - I haven't had a tantrum yet - it's most unfolklike and disturbing

How do you get a duck to sing?

Put it in the oven until its `bill withers'

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Bertie
Date: 18 Jan 05 - 07:24 PM

Ross see you weds - Martin hows it going

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 18 Jan 05 - 05:26 PM

"Folkaholicks" practise night on Wednesday. Then straight round to Cathy's local where they do lovely real ale. YUMMY.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 18 Jan 05 - 11:02 AM

Should well see you on Monday, if not before.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 17 Jan 05 - 11:26 AM

And I had your present in the car Ross and forgot to give it to you.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Ross
Date: 17 Jan 05 - 10:42 AM

Not sure

The Beethoven one was new - I hope he is not turning

I got a pm from Julie - I think everything is okay

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: GUEST
Date: 17 Jan 05 - 07:43 AM

good on yer Ross aka 'The Bard of Barton'

I think Pierce is Pearce though is he piercing? computer says 'nah'

thanks for your support and contribution last night .
Was that 2 previously unheard songs at the Spotlight you did?


see you soon I hope, now to get bums to Barton on the %th Feb at the Bull.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Ross
Date: 17 Jan 05 - 04:38 AM

Provisional Line-up   12.00        John Birch/Bert Tann bluesbreakers (provisional)
                                12.30        Start singaround/tune session
                                3.00        Life and Times
                                3.30        Continue singaround
                                5.00        Bedford West Gallery Quire (provisional)
                                5.30        Break
                                6.00        Ross Scrivener
                                6.30        Three Bernards
                                7.00        Hilary Ward
                                7.30        Mike Sparks
                                8.00         Mick Pierce
                                8.30        Christine Connolley/Steve Last
                                9.00        Julie Ellison
                                9.30        Break/raffle
                                10.00        John Breeze/George Papavgeris        
                                11.00        Folkaholics

Please feel free to give me some feedback - hope it suits everyone

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 16 Jan 05 - 06:35 PM

No we did not talk (dribble) for long, I had had a few pints of Abbot Ale. Say no more.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Bertie
Date: 16 Jan 05 - 04:03 PM

I hope you didnt spend time in the studio after Doog's CURRY

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 16 Jan 05 - 02:18 PM

He was hungry. How did you know it was me? OUI MONAME. I think.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: John Robinson (aka Cittern)
Date: 16 Jan 05 - 01:44 PM

Ironic that El Greco is coming down from Yorkshire - as Vin Garbutt says "If you can't beat them, Rotherham".

:-0

Best regards
John Robinson
http://www.JulieEllison.co.uk
One of Rotherham's finest (is that like a famous Belgian?)

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Ross
Date: 16 Jan 05 - 12:47 PM

Thanks May - I think that puts it very well

Here's hoping we can achieve all the objectives on the 5th

Martin - why had the Indian eaten Doog?

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: GUEST
Date: 16 Jan 05 - 05:05 AM

Excellent Bertie. I will tell her. Saw Doog in the Indian last night in Hitchin Rd.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Bertie
Date: 15 Jan 05 - 08:09 PM

Sounds like a great day, looking foreward to it and also seeing everyone again, Cathy she has a great singing dog perhaps she will bring it along, my roadie will give some help.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 15 Jan 05 - 06:43 PM

Thanks for that May. Keep up the good work.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: GUEST,May Kronedinner
Date: 15 Jan 05 - 06:29 PM

Regards to fundraisers for Tsunami I have two comments. Firstly my thoughts are that if we have fun and expand our repetoires on a regular basis and give enjoyment to others I don't see the harm in being able to raise money for those who have been hit by tragedy at the same time on at least one of these occaisions (its not a legal obligation remember!) It could also do some good to the folkworld by expanding the number of people who become involved in folk by creating a special occaison that wouldn't normally attract their attention.

Secondly, there is a worrying rumour which is incorrect and being spread in that the relief fund is oversubscribed. It is important this is set straight as it does no good to this or other organisations (or any charity) collecting to fund their efforts.

The rumour stems from a a misquote of a statement Medecins Sans Frontiers made when it expressed its appreciation and provided feedback on the support it had received and estimated that it had received sufficient funds for the FIRST STAGE of their work for this disaster. Whilst MSF have invited donors to consider donating to one of their other appeals and listed links to them, they did not say anything about shifting funds donated to them for tsunami relief to other areas or that the fund is oversubscribed. You will also appreciate that it is very difficult to estimate how much will be required to rebuild people's lives. After all, how do you estimate the cost of a lost parent, child, sibling or all of the above to a family or community as a whole. What price do you put on putting preventative measures in place, not to mention hospitals... It could be us on holiday in future. At the end of the day let's make some good come from this and have some fun! I know its helped finally get my creative juices flowing and to meet some new interesting talented people in the process!

For anyone interested in the truth of what MSF have said about closing their tsunami appeal this is copied from their website www.msf.org.   

"MSF clarifies donations for Asian tsunami disaster relief. MSF teams are working day and night to provide assistance to people affected in Indonesia, Sri Lanka, India, Thailand and Myanmar. More relief projects will be launched by MSF in the coming days and weeks. Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) has received an extraordinary outpouring of support for the people in the areas surrounding the Indian Ocean†through its network of offices worldwide. To date, the contributions MSF has received since the tsunami struck the region are estimated at approximately 41 million euro for this emergency. MSF estimates that we have received sufficient funds for to the first phase of our work †at this †disaster. MSF teams are working day and night to provide assistance to people affected in Indonesia, Sri Lanka, India, Thailand and Myanmar. More relief projects will be launched by MSF in the coming days and weeks. It is therefore too early to evaluate the total cost of the MSF operations in the regions struck by the tsunami. We have an ethical obligation to explain the use of funds raised by MSF for the tsunami relief and to ensure that we use all funds for the purpose for which they were raised. MSF will continue to assess the financial needs as the scope of our operations in the affected areas becomes clearer. In this emergency, like all others, we relied on the constant support of people to respond quickly and effectively. MSF was one of the first international organisations to respond in Aceh because of the support we already had and we need this continuing support in order to react in the future. These ongoing MSF funds have enabled us to respond quickly to the current disaster as well as to the humanitarian needs in other crisis zones worldwide, such as in war-torn Darfur, Sudan, and elsewhere in more than 70 countries in which MSF is working. †Many of these countries are †in dire need of emergency aid. MSF wishes to express its gratitude to all private donors who have contributed to MSF's efforts in providing emergency relief assistance in the wake of the Asian tsunami. "

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: GUEST,Ross
Date: 15 Jan 05 - 06:48 AM

Thanks Martin - hope to see you soon

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 14 Jan 05 - 11:49 AM

Oooooh. That is a responsibility (and that IS how you spell it, I have just looked it up) Thanks very much Ross. I will inform the others tonight, cos we have a gathering. Breezy was in short but excellent form at Hertford, a great rendition of a great song. You should try and make it Ross if you can fit it in. It has great ale good acoustics and it could be the biggest Mudcat base in Hertfordshire. Cool. By the way Ross, I have a belated Christmas Present for you from Selina and two eyes Iain.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: breezy
Date: 14 Jan 05 - 10:26 AM

sounds good to me.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: GUEST,Ross
Date: 14 Jan 05 - 06:45 AM

Hi Martin - Monday was fine - I mentioned it on the other thread

I think the emergency relief fund is oversubscribed - I was thinking of donating the money raised to one of the longer term projects

Such as Oxfams' supply of fresh water projects

How about the Folkaholics finishing the evening with the last spot?

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: stevi
Date: 13 Jan 05 - 05:52 PM

yes martin i think they hit 200 mill so they are not gona advertize any more. but i can see the fund rising even further

steve

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 13 Jan 05 - 03:37 PM

How did it go on Monday Ross, now everyone seems up for it? And I don't know how true this is BUT. I heard that they don't won't anymore money for The Tsunami Fund cos they have enough. So I will have the money instead.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: George Papavgeris
Date: 13 Jan 05 - 01:26 PM

Thanks, Hils, that would be great! Vanessa or I will call you re timing etc.

tks again

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: My guru always said
Date: 13 Jan 05 - 01:00 PM

El Greko: Will swing past on the way & bring your Good Lady to the Rendezvous if still in need, no problem, let me know!

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: breezy
Date: 12 Jan 05 - 06:57 PM

bring em to the legion.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Ross
Date: 12 Jan 05 - 05:10 PM

Yes - it's look Mum - No capo MCP - and jolly pleased about it; we are too!

It's great to have Julie Ellison also on board - Is Ralph living on the streets or is he part of that new rap poetry band

Many thanks George - we are really pleased to have you as part of the show - I'm sure a lift can be arranged for Vanessa - quite a few of the turns are coming up from your way - I hope Yorkshire & Barton will be okay for you in one weekend?

I'll e-mail some more details to everyone on Friday

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: breezy
Date: 12 Jan 05 - 03:10 PM

Do you mean Mick 'I use a capo' Pearce?

Julie Ellison is a coup if thats true, she's one of the best and comes highly rated by non other than Ralph 'Streets' Mctell.

Now to let the world know so get out their and plug

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: George Papavgeris
Date: 12 Jan 05 - 02:38 PM

Just back from Oz; Yes, I'll be there.
I'll drive down straight from Yorkshire, where I have a gig the night before (Puzzle Hall).

Can someone give Vanessa a lift to the Bull from our home on Saturday?

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 12 Jan 05 - 02:17 PM

OH goodie this does sound very INTRESTING. Cu soon Dude

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: GUEST
Date: 12 Jan 05 - 04:43 AM

No thanks - I've seen that Phoenix Nights episode

Line up is looking good; includes Bedford Gallery Quire, Folkaholics, Mike Sparks, 3 Bernards, Hilary Ward, Christine Connolley/Steve Last, Mick Pierce, John Breeze and Julie Elison - hopefully El Greko

Hope that's okay

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 10 Jan 05 - 12:16 PM

You could hide in a big cardboard box with your guitar, and pretend to be a Folk Duke Box charge people to play some songs.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Ross
Date: 10 Jan 05 - 10:45 AM

Good job - we don't want a missing Bert

Please feel free to make any suggestions on the thread for the event

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: The Unicorn Man
Date: 09 Jan 05 - 03:11 PM

Hello. Yes well done Ross. See you soon. Panic over I have seen Bert.

Subject: RE: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: My guru always said
Date: 09 Jan 05 - 01:27 PM

Link to Pub details

Definitely in my diary, looking forward to it! Thanks for thinking of this Ross!

Subject: Tsunami Event - Bull, Barton, Beds - 5/2
From: Ross
Date: 09 Jan 05 - 01:13 PM

5th FEBRUARY - SATURDAY

We have booked the function room for a Tsunami fund raising event which will start at 12 noon on Saturday the 5th February 2005

There will be a singaround from 12 noon until 6 pm (as per last Decembers day of song)

Then there will be Eleven half hour spotlights starting from 6pm - full line up to be agreed and posted

There will probably be a donation box for entry and a raffle - could be a fee for each song sung/tune played and fines - other ideas are being received

Hope you can all support the event and have a good time

More info will be posted here as known

Details of pub are here;
http://www.outandabout.uk.net/beds/barton/index.htm