Just Voices Singers’ Session – Hunslet (Yorks.)

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 16 Jun 16 - 06:59 PM

cheers, Joe G !

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: Jack Campin
Date: 17 Jun 16 - 02:45 PM

You've got a lot to deal with, reopening after what just happened...

Jo Cox murder

Good luck with it anyway and let us know how it goes.

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: GUEST,henryp
Date: 17 Jun 16 - 03:22 PM

A truly shocking event.

Jo Cox lived with her family on a boat named Ederlezi after a traditional folk song by Goran Bregovic about the Romani minority of the Balkans.

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: Jack Campin
Date: 17 Jun 16 - 05:23 PM

Here's the ABC for a version of the tune:

X:1
T:Ederlezi
Z:Jack Campin, http://www.campin.me.uk/
F:Jack Campin's Nine-Note Tunebook
% last edit 03-02-2013
G:Serbian/Bulgarian/Turkish Roma spring festival song
M:4/4
L:1/8
K:DMin
A/B/c/B/ AG G3 A|F8       |G4    G3 E|F3 G E2 D2|
G4          G3 E|F3G E2 D2|F3 E G3 E|D8       :|
A6             GF|G8       |F2 A2 GF ED|F2 EF A2 G2|
F2       EF A2 G2|d3c B2 A2|A2 cB A2 G2|F3 E G3 E |D8:|

or in a more suitable key for English folk instruments

X:2
T:Ederlezi
Z:Jack Campin, http://www.campin.me.uk/
F:Jack Campin's Nine-Note Tunebook
% last edit 03-02-2013
G:Serbian/Bulgarian/Turkish Roma spring festival song
M:4/4
L:1/8
K:Emin
B/c/d/c/ BA A3  B|G8       |A4    A3  F|G3  A F2 E2|
A4          A3  F|G3A F2 E2|G3  F A3  F|E8        :|
B6             AG|A8       |G2 B2 AG FE|G2 FG B2 A2|
G2       FG B2 A2|e3d c2 B2|B2 dc B2 A2|G3  F A3 F |E8:|

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 18 Jun 16 - 06:30 AM

Fear not, Jack - our replacement venue is well away from Birstall.
Our session has only coincidental connections with the local area - the Black Bull was just a very good meeting place with a great room to sing in - it just happened to be located in Birstall.

Please let's keep this thread focused on the singers' session.

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 25 Jun 16 - 07:57 AM

Refresh - our next meeting is on this coming TUESDAY (28th) - at our temporary replacement venue
THE GARDEN GATE in Hunslet, Leeds LS10.
See earlier post for more info..

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 27 Jun 16 - 01:55 PM

Refresh - it's tomorrow!

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 28 Jun 16 - 01:11 PM

Last-minute refresh - just about to set off.

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: Dennis the Elder
Date: 28 Jun 16 - 06:12 PM

Hope all went well David, sorry I am not there. I lived in Hunslet in early 70s hope to join you soon.

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 01 Jul 16 - 09:10 AM

For those interested, the first session at our new venue (The Garden Gate in Hunslet) was most encouraging. A smaller turnout than expected, quite possibly due to the atrocious weather (a very rainy night indeed), but this was made up for by the friendly atmosphere and select attendance. The venue is very accommodating, the room itself is good for singing, and those present approved of the venue, so (unless we get any good news re the Black Bull reopening!) the plan is to use the new venue again for July's session (on 26th).
Hope to see you there, Dennis - as well as others who were unable to make June's session.

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 04 Jul 16 - 07:37 AM

It appears from some responses received that the new venue is not as convenient for all. It's still quite a distance for me too - but...
It is a good (separate) room in a good hostelry, with a closeable door and good acoustics - and the management is supportive. All of which counts for quite a lot in this day and age.
So, in the absence of any better options, for the time being the session will continue to be held at the Garden Gate. I'll keep you informed of any developments or changes.

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 20 Jul 16 - 05:03 PM

Just to confirm that there's still no prospect of the Black Bull reopening, so next Tuesday's session will again be held at the wonderful Garden Gate in Hunslet.
Let's hope for better weather and a good turnout; it would be nice to see it take off and raise the rafters!

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 24 Jul 16 - 06:05 AM

Refresh - it's this Tuesday coming!
Really looking forward to our second session at the Garden Gate.
Come all ye ...
Cheers!

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: GUEST,JHW
Date: 25 Jul 16 - 04:48 AM

Good job I chanced to go on Mudcat. Had a quarter of an idea I might come. The Britannia in Darlo will be too hot for me. I'll look up the venue location - but if its in town I'll not try.

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: GUEST,JHW (regular really)
Date: 25 Jul 16 - 05:03 AM

Printed maps but its too complicated. I've been to Leeds before.

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 25 Jul 16 - 08:44 AM

No worries John - it's easy, you don't have to come INTO Leeds at all. have sent you an email...
It would be good to see and hear you.

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: Dennis the Elder
Date: 26 Jul 16 - 05:00 AM

Hope all goes well tonight David, sorry but I cannot be there, have a good night.
Dennis

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 26 Jul 16 - 06:12 AM

Sorry to hear that, Dennis.
We will try, but after receiving three more apologies now I'm getting worried that we're going to have a very quiet session.
But I hope I'm wrong...
Refresh ---

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 27 Jul 16 - 05:55 PM

Well it was a quiet session in terms of numbers, but one of the best yet in terms of quality of songs and singing. And especially good to welcome two new faces who we hope will become regular attendees.
But also rather sad to find several of our erstwhile stalwarts absent without explanation - could it be the enforced change of venue? (Thanks to those who sent their justified apologies, but concerned not to hear from others.)
Thanks to all who turned up and shared their songs and made this month's session so memorable.
Next month's gathering will be on Tuesday 30th August - the day after the August bank Holiday... we'll refresh nearer the time.

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 27 Aug 16 - 06:16 AM

Time for the monthly refresh!
The August session will be held at our new venue - the Garden Gate in Hunslet. It's a lovely venue, and a good room to sing in. Do come and give it a try!
There is still no prospect of the Black Bull reopening, by the way.
Hope to see some returning faces this month - we've missed you!
Come all ye... !

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: GUEST,Nick Dow
Date: 27 Aug 16 - 10:49 AM

Can't make it this month, I'll try later on in the year.

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 28 Aug 16 - 10:42 AM

That's a shame, Nick - you'll be missed again - but thanks for letting us know. Any more takers?
Only two days to go... refresh!

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 28 Aug 16 - 06:45 PM

Just in case you tuned in to the Durbervilles show tonight - they said nowt was on this Tuesday but they were WRONG - cos Just Voices WILL still be happening as advertised, 8pm at the Garden gate.
Hope to see you there.

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 30 Aug 16 - 06:26 AM

Last day - REFRESH!!
Come all ye!

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 31 Aug 16 - 08:42 AM

Well, in spite of the Bank Holiday week date, it was a good session - except for the unexplained absence of some erstwhile stalwart supporters who've not returned since the change of venue. Come back, we miss you!
Thanks to all those who came and sang, see you at the Garden Gate again next month (on 27th).

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 23 Sep 16 - 05:24 AM

Time for the monthly reminder - Just Voices will happen next Tuesday (27th) at the Garden Gate, start 8pm prompt. We've been promised visiting singers from Manchester and Sheffield, so it should be a good session.

Thanks to the "apologisers" for letting us know in advance - have a good holiday Cath and and get well soon Dennis!

New recruits are welcome as ever, as are listeners.
Come all ye!

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 24 Sep 16 - 03:29 PM

Refresh - counting down the days now, only three to go.

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 25 Sep 16 - 06:09 PM

Two days to go...
Refresh!

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 27 Sep 16 - 04:39 AM

Well, Tuesday's a-come around, so our September Special at Just Voices is TONIGHT!
Come all ye!

Subject: RE: New Singers' Session - Birstall (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 28 Sep 16 - 08:32 AM

It was a brilliant session last night, with a welcome first-time visit from Zoe (all the way from Manchester) and the second visit of trio New Pippin Fancy (from Sheffield), also a couple more new faces. But many of our good local singers have been conspicuously absent since the venue change, which puzzles me since it's a fantastic room to sing in, the acoustics are wonderful, and the pub itself is a Grade-2 listed building - and it's not difficult to get to - and all feedback received emphasises the session's welcoming atmosphere.
Anyway, last night gave us some great singing and plenty of interesting songs, so let's spread the word and look forward to October's instalment, on Tuesday 25th.

Subject: RE: Just Voices Singers' Session – Hunslet (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 16 Oct 16 - 06:29 AM

An early refresh for Just Voices this month - it's only just over a week away, on 25th!

Subject: RE: Just Voices Singers' Session – Hunslet (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 22 Oct 16 - 01:24 AM

Refresh - only three days to go!
See you!

Subject: RE: Just Voices Singers' Session – Hunslet (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 24 Oct 16 - 09:34 AM

Refresh - tomorrow (Tuesday) !

Subject: RE: Just Voices Singers' Session – Hunslet (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 25 Oct 16 - 01:26 PM

Tonight!

Subject: RE: Just Voices Singers' Session – Hunslet (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 26 Oct 16 - 04:29 AM

Good session last night, and thanks to all who came, especially those travelling a distance - Nick for travelling across from deepest Lancashire and Lynne from deepest Penistone!
Next month's will be on 29th November. Come all ye!

Subject: RE: Just Voices Singers' Session – Hunslet (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 27 Nov 16 - 06:52 PM

It will have been only a calendar month since the last Just Voices session, but it seems longer!
Refresh - and hoping for a good turnout to start the runup to year-end.

Subject: RE: Just Voices Singers’ Session – Hunslet (Yorks.)
From: GUEST,Nick Dow
Date: 27 Nov 16 - 07:02 PM

Just got back from Bedworth and gigging at Orpington Folk Club on Thursday, going to give myself a rest these next couple of days. Maybe next month.

Subject: RE: Just Voices Singers' Session – Hunslet (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 29 Nov 16 - 01:12 PM

We'll miss you Nick, but take care and rest well and hope to see you in December (20th).

Meanwhile, refresh for the rest - it's tonight, 29th November.
Come all ye!

Subject: RE: Just Voices Singers' Session – Hunslet (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 30 Nov 16 - 03:49 PM

Thanks to those who came and sang (and listened) last night at the Garden Gate. Don't forget, December's session will be on 20th.

Subject: RE: Just Voices Singers' Session – Hunslet (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 14 Dec 16 - 06:27 PM

Next session is just under a week away. Tuesday 20th.

Subject: RE: Just Voices Singers' Session – Hunslet (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 19 Dec 16 - 09:40 AM

Best refresh - it's tomorrow!
Come and sing the season in!

Subject: RE: Just Voices Singers' Session – Hunslet (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 20 Dec 16 - 08:15 AM

I've just heard that our session has been relocated to the "bigger room on the left" due to the pub having installed a sports TV in our usual room....
Time will tell, I guess - so come sing and giver it a try.
Refresh!

Subject: RE: Just Voices Singers' Session – Hunslet (Yorks.)
From: Dennis the Elder
Date: 20 Dec 16 - 01:06 PM

Look forward to seeing you David

Subject: RE: Just Voices Singers' Session – Hunslet (Yorks.)
From: Dennis the Elder
Date: 26 Dec 16 - 08:00 AM

It was a good night, my first time in the Garden Gate for 50 years, it does not appear to have changed at all. Thanks to those present for a very entertaining evening. Hope your journey back to the other side of the North was good, Nick. I was very pleased you ventured over into Yorkshire. Thanks Dave for your singing, facilitation etc.

Subject: RE: Just Voices Singers' Session – Hunslet (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 23 Jan 17 - 06:53 PM

Thanks for your support Dennis.
It's nearly time for this month's session - it seems a long while since December!
Just Voices will be going ahead as usual on 31st January - that's next Tuesday!

Subject: RE: Just Voices Singers' Session – Hunslet (Yorks.)
From: GUEST,David Nuttall, Wakefield
Date: 24 Jan 17 - 08:43 AM

I wish this session every success on 31st January with lots attending .

Best Wishes.   DAVID

Subject: RE: Just Voices Singers' Session – Hunslet (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 28 Jan 17 - 10:50 AM

Thanks for your good wishes David.
Hoping some old friends will return this month after the seasonal coughs and colds.
Refresh.

Subject: RE: Just Voices Singers' Session – Hunslet (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 29 Jan 17 - 05:56 AM

Re- fresh (yee-hah!)

Subject: RE: Just Voices Singers' Session – Hunslet (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 01 Feb 17 - 06:02 PM

I was sorry not to have made it on Tuesday.
By all accounts, though, it was the quietest session yet in our three years - albeit still a good one - but even so I'm puzzled at the small turnout this month.
Hope you can all rally round and give next month's (on 28th) a crowded room!

Subject: RE: Just Voices Singers' Session – Hunslet (Yorks.)
From: MoorleyMan
Date: 23 Feb 17 - 07:07 PM

Now let's mark the 200th post in style and have a big attendance for the next session, which is NEXT TUESDAY (28th Feb) - usual time and venue.
Come all ye!