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19 Sep 10 - 07:00 AM (#2989607) Subject: Applying for festivals, Skarpi is asking From: skarpi Hi my band Rósin Okkar , are thinking of applying for some festivals , were we will play old Icelandic folk music from 1700 to 1900 something old rimes and stemmur along with other Icelandic folk music, So what festival should we apply to ? we have never done this before so we are new on that market , but what we are doing is worth to listening to , we are making good music out of those old rimes , in the old days people did sing this with out an instrument . so we are taking this rimes to a new level , if some one is interesting to get recording of a rime like we do it send me you r e-mail on PM , and I ´ll send it along ....if that could help finding festival for us ....Now I have no idea where to look there are so many of them ....I already applyed for G-festival in Foreyjar Island. So if you have any idea , please post it here all the best Skarpi Iceland .P.s we are on you tupe " don´t get married " is the song to look for and Rosin Okkar , also in Icelandic " Rosin Okkar í Reykjavík is also on youtupe and more is coming . then we are on www.myspace,com/rosinokkar |
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19 Sep 10 - 11:40 AM (#2989722) Subject: RE: Applying for festivals, Skarpi is asking From: Desert Dancer Here is "Rosin Okkar í Reykjavík". And the MySpace link. ~ Becky in Tucson |
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19 Sep 10 - 01:20 PM (#2989777) Subject: RE: Applying for festivals, Skarpi is asking From: SINSULL House Concert in Maine, skarpi? Maybe we can get you a spot at One Longfellow Square or Blue. Good luck with your itinerary. SINS |
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19 Sep 10 - 01:23 PM (#2989780) Subject: RE: Applying for festivals, Skarpi is asking From: skarpi thanks , its for next year or years ...not this year ... the sun must come at some time point :O) its my dream to visit Maine , and it will come true :O) I just know it ... all the best Skarpi |
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19 Sep 10 - 01:35 PM (#2989785) Subject: RE: Applying for festivals, Skarpi is asking From: Dave Earl Are you in touch with theses folks? http://setur.fjallabyggd.is/is/page/bara_grimsdottir_and_chris_foster/ They get to the UK from time to time and may be able to oint you in the right direction. Dave |
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19 Sep 10 - 06:41 PM (#2989944) Subject: RE: Applying for festivals, Skarpi is asking From: skarpi Dave hee hee , yes Chris is my guitar teacher ... and I know Bára well , I forgot about asking then ?? thanks Dave |
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19 Sep 10 - 07:09 PM (#2989955) Subject: RE: Applying for festivals, Skarpi is asking From: Maryrrf Skarpi, if you are thinking of coming over next year, let me know well in advance and maybe you could play at our concert series in Richmond. |
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19 Sep 10 - 07:50 PM (#2989975) Subject: RE: Applying for festivals, Skarpi is asking From: skarpi well , I have started saving for next year ..... never too late ............... |
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19 Sep 10 - 08:00 PM (#2989981) Subject: RE: Applying for festivals, Skarpi is asking From: katlaughing Skarpi, this is exciting! I love the way you do the old songs and I am sure you will have much success in finding festivals, etc. where other folks will love you, too! Good luck, luvyakat |
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19 Sep 10 - 08:02 PM (#2989982) Subject: RE: Applying for festivals, Skarpi is asking From: GUEST,Freespiritceol Hi Skarpi The music sounds interesting, we have some small community festivals down here in South west Ireland, unfortunatley they are just community events, and we don't have a budget to book anyone. But if you are coming to Ireland drop us a line and let's know. It would be nice to meet you. Here is the program for this years 'Music in the Mountains' festival We also have one in March at Glengarriff west Cork, the weekend after St Patrick's day. It's all just for fun, but we have a great time. Good luck with the music All the best John & Marie MUSIC IN THE MOUNTAINS TOP OF COOM. IRELANDS HIGHEST PUB FRI 15th SATURDAY 16th SUNDAY 17th OCTOBER 2010 PROGRAM A Warm welcome from your hosts Tim & Eileen. Friday 15/10/10 9.00-9.45pm Henk Vosse sings the Blues Henk is a newcomer to the festival, and we are looking forward to welcoming him to the Highest Pub In Ireland, From His Home in the Netherlands. Henk sings & plays guitar (rhythm, bass, slide), harmonica, piano/keyboards, drums and banjo He has played with a lot of famous musician's like Rob Hoeke Gus LaPorte (from Barrelhouse), Cees Koldijk and Jina Sumedi, Gerard Alderliefste and Henk's bloodbrother (and nephew) Wim Schriekenberg. 10.00pm Open Session Hosted by John & Marie FREE SPIRIT All Musicians/Singers/Performers and Audience welcome. They say that Guinness tastes better in Ireland and that's true, but it tastes best of all at the Top of Coom, Irelands Highest pub! Saturday 16/10/10 Impromptu sessions In the bar throughout the day 6.00-8.30 Singers/Tunes Session With some great local Sean-nos singers and also Jer (Jim) Kelleher of the legendary Roughty Valley Dance band Playing tunes and slow airs in his unique original style. 9.00-10.00 Michael Jay We are pleased to welcome America's number one Johnny Cash Tribute Act To The Top Of Coom The Man In Black Is Back! All the way from California USA The Ventura Star wrote that "Michael J embodies Johnny Cash in both voice and look" Don't Miss This one of a kind performance. Followed by open Session Sunday 17/10/10 4.30-5.30 Local Young Musicians, Singers & Dancers Talent Showcase Some of the best and brightest young talent around. Here to entertain you Everything from fiddle players, box players singers, dancers etc. Come along and encourage the next Generation! 5.45-6.30 Tunes from John Buckley & Friends John is a very good box player with a distinctive, local style, and will be joined by some great local musicians. Don't miss it! His Latest CD 'Tunes from the Heart" Has been very well received. 7.00-8.00 Stories Around the Fireside Story telling session With Steve Roche & John Burke 8.00.??? onwards 'Survivors Session' Sore Fingers Time!! The weekend is organised by John & Marie FREE SPIRIT We hope you enjoy it! Eileen & Tim Tel 064 6685373 topofcoom@yahoo.ie John & Marie Tel 0876567471 Freespiritceol@live.co.uk 'Warm up' Sessions Tue 12th Oct Jack Rogers Bar Kilgarvan Wed 13th Bernard Harringtons bar Glengarriff 9.30 Start Come and Join us! |
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19 Sep 10 - 08:37 PM (#2990000) Subject: RE: Applying for festivals, Skarpi is asking From: open mike There is a record label in Minnesota where many immigrants from Scandinavia and Nordic countries landed. North Side Records presents a Nordic Music Fest each fall. see www.noside.com they are also associated with these record labels http://www.e-s-d.com/index.html East Side digital http://www.omniumrecords.com/index.html the festival may feature artists who record on their label.. so maybe the first step is to do a recording with them?? you may want to search for festivals which focus on Nordic/Scadinavian music such as : (see nordic music festival) www.nisswastamman.org/ Ask Bruce Sagan, who i introduced you to.. he has started a list on the internet for Scandinavian topics...groups.yahoo.com/group/scand/ or look for World music festivals, ones which feature music from all ethnic backgrounds...such as: www.worldfest.net http://www.sfworldmusicfestival.org/ or this one going on this weekend...connected with a university http://www.chicoperformances.com/ http://www.csuchico.edu/upe/performance/cwmf.html the organizer of this event is Dan Dewayne, and he has booked a Swedish group that I have recommended/requested. You might ask him for advice...his e-mail address is listed in the Chico State University site..www.chicoperformances.com. good luck and let us know if you get hired! |
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19 Sep 10 - 09:39 PM (#2990027) Subject: RE: Applying for festivals, Skarpi is asking From: Beer Any thoughts of coming into Canada? I run a great little Coffee House in Quebec which is just north of Maine. Ad. |
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19 Sep 10 - 11:18 PM (#2990071) Subject: RE: Applying for festivals, Skarpi is asking From: GUEST,Vicki Kelsey There's a festival in upstate New York (U. S.) called Old Songs that's worth a try. I don't believe they've ever had anyone from Iceland, but why not! They can be reached at oldongs@oldsongs.org |
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20 Sep 10 - 04:28 AM (#2990129) Subject: RE: Applying for festivals, Skarpi is asking From: skarpi já TAkk fyrir þetta , thanks for this , Mary I will let you know . thanks all for this , tonight I will start sending messages to the world. kv Skarpi |
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20 Sep 10 - 05:46 AM (#2990149) Subject: RE: Applying for festivals, Skarpi is asking From: Jack Campin Contact the "Northern Streams" festival in Edinburgh (every spring, mixes up Scandinavian and Scottish music). |
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20 Sep 10 - 07:49 PM (#2990560) Subject: RE: Applying for festivals, Skarpi is asking From: skarpi thanks Becky for blue kikk for me :O) |
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21 Sep 10 - 03:03 AM (#2990675) Subject: RE: Applying for festivals, Skarpi is asking From: Howard Jones You should be aware that you may need to obtain a special visa for this. The UK has special categories for this - I am no expert but I believe there are different requirements depending on whether or not you will be paid. Professional performers have to be sponsored for the duration of their stay - this is causing considerable difficulties and some performances have had to be cancelled. Top artists battle visa clampdown If you are booked to appear at a festival professionally then the promoter or agency should be able to help you with this. But even if you are coming to perform as amateurs you may still have to meet visa requirements, so make sure you check in advance. |
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21 Sep 10 - 07:19 AM (#2990757) Subject: RE: Applying for festivals, Skarpi is asking From: Desi C Hi your music sounds interesting. I'f you're coming to the UK, good idea to send your details to open Mic Folk clubs, do some floor spots. The Club I run, while we're not yet offering paid bookings, we do offer occasional 20 to 25 minute showcase spots, and can put you in touch with other clubs, festival organisers etc. If you're in our area The West Midlands our club details are The Circle Folk Club Coseley West Mids WV14 9JH Every Wed night at Coseley Working Men's club Ivyhouse Lane Coseley Alernating Singaround and Singers NIghts To subscribe to our twice weely Free newsletters E.Mail crc778@aol.com Best of luck |
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21 Sep 10 - 02:57 PM (#2990977) Subject: RE: Applying for festivals, Skarpi is asking From: Herga Kitty But Iceland is in the process of applying for EU membership, so the special visa question depends when Skarpi might think of coming to the UK? Kitty |
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21 Sep 10 - 04:00 PM (#2991016) Subject: RE: Applying for festivals, Skarpi is asking From: skarpi visa ??? |
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21 Sep 10 - 04:13 PM (#2991022) Subject: RE: Applying for festivals, Skarpi is asking From: Jack Campin Yep. You will need a sponsor in the UK to do paid performances here. I think you only need one. The Northern Streams people are highly professional about this sort of stuff, so if you get them to invite you it'll be dealt with. They also pay properly, if they like you. A much higher profile than a floor spot at a folk club. |