Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010

Subject: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast
From: GUEST,Guest
Date: 30 Nov 09 - 09:02 PM

Check it out:

Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast
January 9th, 2010 1-5 pm
Frohsinn Hall, 54 Greenmanville Ave., Mystic, CT
Fundraiser for 31st Annual Sea Music Festival at Mystic Seaport Museum
Info: www.mysticseaport.org - Meg Weaver or Geoff Kaufman

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast
From: Charley Noble
Date: 30 Nov 09 - 09:09 PM

Thanks for posting this.

January 9 appears to be a Saturday. Unless there is a blizzard I will be there.

Charley Noble

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast
From: RTim
Date: 30 Nov 09 - 09:12 PM

I Hope to make it.
I was in Mystic on Friday, stopped off for lunch at the pub on the way back from Thanksgiving in New York - the pub is closing soon and under new management when it re-opens in the new year, so changes are afoot.

Tim Radford

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast
From: Micca
Date: 30 Nov 09 - 09:13 PM

I wish I couldbe there too
Micca

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast
From: GUEST,Guest
Date: 30 Nov 09 - 09:23 PM

The full link for information: http://www.mysticseaport.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=home.viewPage&page_id=D4AE8CEF-1E4F-379B-6041AB6F8DCC623C

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: Paul_Schurr_PSG_NY
Date: 30 Nov 09 - 10:47 PM

I have a conflict... but this is a worthy event, and I'll be there.

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: Charley Noble
Date: 01 Dec 09 - 08:56 AM

Perhaps some clarification is in order, given that I see no mention of "Barry Finn" in connection with this fundraising event on the linked Mystic SeaPort website. Is this official, semi-official, or just in the mind of the well-intentioned guest who initiated this thread?

I would normally ask this question privately as a PM but evidently "Guest, Guest" is not a member.

Charley Noble

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: RTim
Date: 01 Dec 09 - 09:06 AM

I do believe the initial idea for this was Bonnie Milner's, at least that is how I remember a conversation we had some time ago!

Tim Radford

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: Lizzie Cornish 1
Date: 01 Dec 09 - 10:32 AM

I'll stop, on that day...and send Barry a Heavenly Kiss...

What a lovely idea. I hope the day goes beautifullly and that many happy memories of Barry are shared..and...that he's up there watching, with a huge smile on his face..

Lizzie x

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: stallion
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 03:50 AM

Ok, is this going to be the only Barry Finn memorial do, if so then it is likely that 2BS&S will pay a flying visit if a) people that owe me money pay up before christmas and b) Ron isn't working. We had planned to attend a memorial that had been mooted for the spring. We were flirting with the idea of going to Mystic again this year but we have decided to lend our support to the Ipswich folk weekend on the same dates. Anyone know anything?

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: EBarnacle
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 02:28 PM

I was going to say yes but then I realized that Jan 9 is my father's 92nd birthday. At that age, every year has to be cherished.

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: stallion
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 02:29 PM

update, Ron is too busy and needs more notice so if there is going to be a do up Norf let us know ASAP

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: Amos
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 03:26 PM

Please pass him my thanks for a great lifetime, if he wafts by. I miss the bugger.


A

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: GUEST,Lian's Sister-in-law
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 06:54 PM

The Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast has been officially sanctioned by the Seaport.
Liam's Sister-in-law

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: maeve
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 07:10 PM

Thank you for that verification, Liam's Sister-in-law. How fitting!

maeve

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: GUEST,Liam's Sister-in-law
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 08:00 PM

It is likely that Barry's wife, Justine, and his daughter, Natalie, will be at the Chantey Blast. It has been asked that they bring the story board of his incredibly touching life along with them if possible.
Hands down, there was no other person I can think of on this planet who could always bring a smile to your face just on the mention of his name.
Let's sing it up for him in grand style on Jan. 9th.
Fair winds,
Liam's Sister-in-law

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: Charley Noble
Date: 02 Dec 09 - 10:34 PM

Liam's Sister-in-law-

That is excellent news to hear (that it is official), and I believe Norris Dale will be coming with me as well to this special event. And that is 1 to 5 pm on Saturday, so we really don't have to worry about staying over unless some decide to sing all night as well!

Is there anything special being done at the South Street end?

I do believe that Tom Hall has plans to organize a Memorial concert for Barry the weekend after the Mystic Sea Music Festival (to better accommodate some friends from overseas and from other parts of the country), that would be the 3rd weekend of June which coincides with the regular 3:30 to 7:30 pm shanty session at the Press Room; the concert may be latter that evening but Tom should be contacted for more details or if you have suggestions.

Charley Noble
Charley Noble

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: Charley Noble
Date: 04 Dec 09 - 12:43 PM

refresh!

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: Charley Noble
Date: 06 Dec 09 - 10:56 AM

I'm now planning to attend the Mystic Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast and then continue on to NYC, spend some quality time with my brother's family in Brooklyn and then attend the regular Chanteysing at the Seamen's Church on Saturday, January 16, 8 pm.

Anyone else planning to attend the Mystic gathering?

Cheerily,
Charley Noble

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: sciencegeek
Date: 07 Dec 09 - 02:05 PM

It will take one heck of blizzard to keep Mike & I away....

here's hoping the weather is kind.

I'd still like to do something in the Greenman Meeting House on Sunday morning.... even if it's just to show up & sing. I might even be "cried out" by then.

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: Charley Noble
Date: 07 Dec 09 - 03:39 PM

Chris and Mike-

I plan to stay over Saturday night as well, before journeying on to NYC.

We could at least have dinner together Saturday evening.

Charlie

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: The Sandman
Date: 07 Dec 09 - 04:18 PM

sorry ,I cant be there

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: GUEST,Heavenly Twins
Date: 12 Dec 09 - 02:44 PM

How sad we were to hear of Barry's passing (and Liam Clancy as well). Barry was a fixture in our sea music lives and , it will not be the same without him. Yes, Liam's sister-in-law, we will be there to support the festival with enthusiasm, love,and money. Happy holidays to all, let us remember all of our festival family both here and in the great beyond with peace and joy. Love, the Twins

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: olddude
Date: 12 Dec 09 - 02:47 PM

Someone take video for those of us that cannot be there

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: Siochain
Date: 30 Dec 09 - 10:05 PM

A contingent from Gloucester is making ready to attend. I've been exchanging emails with Justine - she should be there too.

Siochain

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: Charley Noble
Date: 31 Dec 09 - 11:41 AM

I'll be staying over in Mystic with Mike and Chris. So we'll be looking for more folks to go out with after the Blast.

Sunday I take off for a week in NYC (assuming the weather is fair) and will be joining the South Street monthly chanty circle at the Seamen's Church on Saturday, January 16. Why don't we all go to NYC afterwards?

Cheerily,
Charley Noble

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: GUEST,David Coffin
Date: 31 Dec 09 - 04:25 PM

So sorry to miss. I have an all afternoon Revels gig that same day. I hope someone will sing the Shanty for Barry. It's still up on my website for free download. www.davidcoffin.com

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: sciencegeek
Date: 01 Jan 10 - 03:07 PM

David, I just downloaded your shanty and can just hear Barry belting it out up there. Just beautiful.

If I can get thhe lump out of my throat, I be honored to sing it next week.

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: GUEST
Date: 02 Jan 10 - 10:36 AM

Can't be there. Barry was a great guy, the best kind. Sorry to miss this.
Dan Milner

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: Liam's Brother
Date: 04 Jan 10 - 07:28 PM

Heard from Barry's wife, Justine, and she is very much looking forward to coming on Jan. 9th.
PLEASE SPREAD THE WORD:
Sat. Jan. 9, 2010 from 1-5pm at the Frohsinn Hall (German Club) on Greenmanville Ave.(just across the street from the main entrance to the museum) in Mystic, CT - Exit 90 off I95
Suggested donation $15. I am assuming the German Club will have libations available.
NOTE: In the event of inclement weather, the event will be re-scheduled for Sunday Jan. 10 - same time, same place.
We will raise the rafters!
Fair winds,
Liam's sister-in-law

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: Charley Noble
Date: 04 Jan 10 - 08:10 PM

Mike Kennedy and Chris (Sciencegeek) are planning to be there. We're all planning to stay over that evening in Mystic if anyone wants to keep singing!

The winter storm seems to be keeping way south and should not be a consideration.

Siochaine-

Who's coming from Gloucester?

Who's coming from the Press Room gang?

Cheerily,
Charley Noble

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: Liam's Brother
Date: 05 Jan 10 - 08:39 PM

Downloaded Shanty for Barry this evening.
Dan

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: Fortunato
Date: 05 Jan 10 - 09:10 PM

I have a request. I live too far away to attend. Would some please, when leading a song, mention that I would be there if I could, and that I sing one for my friend, Barry?

I'd greatly appreciate it.

thanks,
Chance Shiver

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: Charley Noble
Date: 05 Jan 10 - 09:15 PM

Chance-

Be happy to do so, and if you listen carefully, even 900 miles away, I'm sure you'll hear us singing.

Charley Noble

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: Janie
Date: 05 Jan 10 - 11:22 PM

Oh, how I wish this were happening in the spring or summer, when I might be able to drive up there. My hope is that there may be a memorial session at this year's Getaway for those of us not in New England.

I still look for Barry to post. Hard to accept that dear man has moved on to other realms.

Someone give Justine and any of his kids who attend a hug for me.

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: Siochain
Date: 06 Jan 10 - 12:37 AM

The Gloucesterites will include Peter, Joanne, Rose and Colin.

There will also be a tribute song session for Barry at NEFFA on Saturday afternoon.

Siochain

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: bbc
Date: 06 Jan 10 - 06:49 PM

Blessings on all who will participate & all who wish they could! Barry is certainly worth remembering.

With my love,

Barbara

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: stallion
Date: 06 Jan 10 - 07:16 PM

I will be with in spirit guys

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: DebC
Date: 06 Jan 10 - 07:19 PM

I'll be there.

Deb Cowan

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: Lonesome EJ
Date: 06 Jan 10 - 07:51 PM

I certainly wish with all my heart I could attend. My best to his friends and family. Sing loud and proud for our friend!

Ernie

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: sciencegeek
Date: 07 Jan 10 - 09:22 AM

my printer bit the dust... can anyone run off additional copies of the words for the shanty so everyone can join in? If that's OK.

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: GUEST,Neil D
Date: 07 Jan 10 - 03:57 PM

I hope you have a great turnout in spite of the weather. I only knew of Barry Finn from his posts here on Mudcat but I always appreciated his progressive views. And his performance of "Old Dollar Mamie" on Youtube just blew me away.

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: Charley Noble
Date: 08 Jan 10 - 12:37 PM

Looks like EXCELLENT weather for the run to Mystic tomorrow. I'm looking forward to a great turnout!

Now I need to finish packing up the van, my backpack, and seabag. I take off very earl-lye in the morning.

Anyone hanging around for dinner in Mystic after the Blast?

Sunday, I continue south to New York City. If anyone wants to host a music party there next wednesday, I'd be interested. Otherwise I'll see you at the regular chantey session at the Seamen's Church Institute, Saturday, 8 pm, in the South Street Seaport area.

Cheerily,
Charley Noble

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: RTim
Date: 08 Jan 10 - 03:29 PM

Just in case someone needs the words -
Tim Radford

Shanty for Barry Finn

Well the sails are raised and the anchor stowed
No more shall we tarry
And it's roll and go on the West Sea Road
Sing it again for Mr Finn and haul away for Barry!

May our loved ones back in port be blessed
No more shall we tarry
And our course be set for the West Nor'west
Sing it again for Mr Finn and haul away for Barry!

Well our ship is old but she's sound and dry
No more shall we tarry
So its raise the flag and watch her fly
Sing it again for Mr Finn and haul away for Barry!

We're bound for harbor on the Eastern Shore
No more shall we tarry
A thousand miles away or more
Sing it again for Mr Finn and haul away for Barry!

If never we return again
No more shall we tarry
We'll leave a song on the Western Wind
Sing it again for Mr Finn and haul away for Barry!

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: Charley Noble
Date: 08 Jan 10 - 03:47 PM

Thanks, Tim, for the lyrics.

Are you planning to be there as well?

Charley Noble

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: radriano
Date: 08 Jan 10 - 06:21 PM

It's a long way from San Francisco! Wish to heck I could be there.

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: Charley Noble
Date: 08 Jan 10 - 06:43 PM

Richard-

Just sing as loud as you can!

Charley Noble

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: GUEST,Gibb Sahib
Date: 08 Jan 10 - 08:03 PM

I plan to be there. Thanks to the organizers for setting this up!

Gibb

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: Charley Noble
Date: 08 Jan 10 - 09:50 PM

Gibb-

Remind me to tell you about my vintage copy of Bullen's SONGS OF SEA LABOUR (1914), nice notes and he provides the melodies for about 30 traditional shanties that he used to lead.

Cheerily,
Charley Noble

Subject: RE: Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast - 9 Jan 2010
From: Ed Brown
Date: 09 Jan 10 - 06:07 AM

Hoping the Barry Finn Memorial Chantey Blast is "a Blast" ... with lots of folks raising their voices in song.

Wish we could be there to add our voices, but we have our uNi Coffeehouse concert tonight.

Sing loud enough & maybe we will hear you here in western MA.

Ed Brown