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06 Aug 04 - 06:20 PM (#1241475) Subject: BS: Rik Palieri's Book From: Bill Hahn//\\ I am hoping that many of you know of Rik Palieri on this forum. Suffice it to say he is a wonderful performer and "musical road warrior". Well, his book (his first effort) is now published---The Road Is My Mistress". Trust me when I say this is a real winner. I had the honor of reading the galleys and interviewing Rik after I read them for my radio programs---Tabletalk and also Traditions on WFDU 89.1 FM Teaneck NJ. The book really gets into what life as a road musician is like, what interesting people you meet along the way, what creativity is needed, how Rik has met and formed friendships with notable artists from around the world---and, finally, his wonderful view of live and his loves. The last part alone will have you well up with a tear or two and also, perhaps, teach you a bit about how we all share sorrows and joys. In full disclosure I will say that I am not an agent, have no financial interest in this at all. I just think it is a terrific work by someone who has proven his creativity in a new field for him. You can check the book out on Amazon.com Bill Hahn |
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07 Aug 04 - 03:21 PM (#1241954) Subject: RE: BS: Rik Palieri's Book From: Sooz Rik shared a meal with us between gigs on his last UK tour - wonder if we are in the book? |
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07 Aug 04 - 10:42 PM (#1242188) Subject: RE: BS: Rik Palieri's Book From: Bill Hahn//\\ Well---what is the name? But, then again, if you get the book the mystery is solved. Bill Hahn |
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08 Aug 04 - 03:29 AM (#1242318) Subject: RE: BS: Rik Palieri's Book From: Strollin' Johnny If Rik's book is half as good as his playing, it's gonna be a cracker. His appearance at the Gainsborough Folk Club with Gareth Hedges was an absolute delight. A fine musician, a truly charismatic guy and now, hopefully, a successful writer. Any news on the title of the book, or the ISBN no? SJ :0) |
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08 Aug 04 - 03:05 PM (#1242655) Subject: RE: BS: Rik Palieri's Book From: Bill Hahn//\\ The book is called The Road Is My Mistress as said in my first posting. It is listed on Amazon.Com Bill Hahn |
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08 Aug 04 - 04:24 PM (#1242694) Subject: RE: BS: Rik Palieri's Book From: Strollin' Johnny Thanks Bill. Incidentally, it was 6 am this morning (Sunday) when I read your first post - hence my comprehension problem!! LOL SJ :0) |
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08 Aug 04 - 04:39 PM (#1242701) Subject: RE: BS: Rik Palieri's Book From: Strollin' Johnny And of course (before some clever bugger points it out to me) if it was this morning, it must have been a.m.! LOL SJ :0) |
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08 Aug 04 - 10:41 PM (#1242886) Subject: RE: BS: Rik Palieri's Book From: Bill Hahn//\\ In any case---well worth the read. Frankly, there is one segment that will bring tears to your eyes. Bill H |
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09 Aug 04 - 10:45 PM (#1243752) Subject: RE: BS: Rik Palieri's Book From: lucky_p I remember Rik from 25 years ago when he was performing with Pete Seeger and the Sloopsingers at the summer Revivals. He was just beginning his career then, and I don't have a clear memory of his playing and singing, but I do remember him as a kindly soul. Based on this book, it seems that he's lived a folkie's fantasy -- footloose, adventurous, creative, spontaneous. |
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10 Aug 04 - 04:48 PM (#1244478) Subject: RE: BS: Rik Palieri's Book From: Bill Hahn//\\ To that you can add---caring and in some passages of very personal moments---loving. Bill Hahn |