Hello, folks,
Long time no blog entry, but I'll try to be better. Just received the link to the August show we did at the Merryall Center, in New Milford, CT, featuring Dana Scofidio (electric guitar), Richard Brooker (mandolin), and Marty Finch (harp). For those who couldn't attend, here's a link to the show as posted on CTV-192. Hope you enjoy as much as we did!
Merryall Center Video
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Had a house concert gig this past Sunday in Beekman, NY, at the Singer Songwriter Heaven series, in which one audience member attended. The promoter, myself, and another artist, Clarence Bucaro, were the others present--not including Chyna, our half-lab, half-bloodhound onlooker. As professionals, Clarence and I gave it our best, even though its somewhat odd to outnumber the crowd. And it got me thinking, what if no one showed up, would the show still go on? The answer was a resounding "yes." We would still play, if only for each other, and for the pleasure of hearing each other's work. And you never know what might come of crossing paths with just us four, on a glorious August Sunday when no one else was around.
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Headed over the other side of the Hudson tonight (12/11/12), playing at one of my favorite spots, the Rosendale Cafe. If you're up for a road trip, I'll see you there.
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A Friday the 13th show at the Towne Crier with Fred Eaglesmith, what could be better? I know...picking up a copy of the new CD to boot!
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Had a great time in Salt Lake City playing a guest spot at the Alchemy Coffee house on Fat Tuesday. Since I was fretless this trip, I asked to borrow a guitar and Roy Matthews, whom I'd just met, was kind enough to offer his curly maple Dean. Played three songs to an attentive, listening crowd, and will likely post a performance copy to the site shortly.
Thanks again to all the good folks I met in Utah this week; hope to be back your way soon!
DR ;-}
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Had great fun playing the Steynberg Gallery in San Luis Obispo (Songwriters at Play) and a guest spot at Blue Rock Shoot in Saratoga, CA. Sorry I couldn't play more, but time was limited. I've been in NY for so long, wasn't sure what kind of reception awaited--sometimes you go back home and things have changed--people, politics, musical preferences...but no need to fear, the crowds were warm and enthusiastic. Will definitely schedule some more west coast time when the new album is ready.
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Had fun at GINF last night; how can one go awry with pizza, cupcakes, and the Ya-Yas? Looking forward to the 4/30 show with Maria Sebastian.
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Sometimes it's not the gigs you expect, but had a great time at a little restaurant/bar in Washington Depot, CT. The vibe was good and the new vocal/reverb gizmo was working well. I don't have all the subtleties down yet, or have all the songs programmed, but things are under control and it's adding a professional sound to the live shows. Harmonies next on the list.
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Had fun at Tom & Toon's on 51st St. last night, having dinner with Ken & Jeannie Veltz (of Veltz Family fame), theatre producer Joel Goss & Cat Guthrie, jazz singer Natalie Amendola and her sister, music producer and former A&R man John McCracken, and the amazing R&B singer Chrissi Poland. Chrissi sang two songs and I wish I could've stayed longer.
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Wow, what a great show of art in South Norwalk, CT. Plus, got to close out the Saturday singer/songwriter stage along with the fabulous Mark Alexander on keyboards. A great gig to close out the whirlwind 3-show weekend, whew!
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Merryall Center, August 3, 2018
Hello, folks, Long time no blog entry, but I'll try to be better. Just received the link to the August show we did at the Merryall Center, in New Milford, CT, featuring Dana Scofidio (electric guitar), Richard Brooker (mandolin), and Marty Finch (harp). For those who couldn't attend, here's a link to the show as posted on CTV-192. Hope you enjoy as much as we did! Merryall Center Video
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Small, But Enthusiastic
Had a house concert gig this past Sunday in Beekman, NY, at the Singer Songwriter Heaven series, in which one audience member attended. The promoter, myself, and another artist, Clarence Bucaro, were the others present--not including Chyna, our half-lab, half-bloodhound onlooker. As professionals, Clarence and I gave it our best, even though its somewhat odd to outnumber the crowd. And it got me thinking, what if no one showed up, would the show still go on? The answer was a resounding "yes." We would still play, if only for each other, and for the pleasure of hearing each other's work. And you never know what might come of crossing paths with just us four, on a glorious August Sunday when no one else was around.
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Rosendale Cafe Tonight!
Headed over the other side of the Hudson tonight (12/11/12), playing at one of my favorite spots, the Rosendale Cafe. If you're up for a road trip, I'll see you there.
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Towne Crier Tonight, Friday, May 13
A Friday the 13th show at the Towne Crier with Fred Eaglesmith, what could be better? I know...picking up a copy of the new CD to boot!
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Utah Mini-Tour
Had a great time in Salt Lake City playing a guest spot at the Alchemy Coffee house on Fat Tuesday. Since I was fretless this trip, I asked to borrow a guitar and Roy Matthews, whom I'd just met, was kind enough to offer his curly maple Dean. Played three songs to an attentive, listening crowd, and will likely post a performance copy to the site shortly.
Thanks again to all the good folks I met in Utah this week; hope to be back your way soon!
DR ;-}
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California Mini-Tour
Had great fun playing the Steynberg Gallery in San Luis Obispo (Songwriters at Play) and a guest spot at Blue Rock Shoot in Saratoga, CA. Sorry I couldn't play more, but time was limited. I've been in NY for so long, wasn't sure what kind of reception awaited--sometimes you go back home and things have changed--people, politics, musical preferences...but no need to fear, the crowds were warm and enthusiastic. Will definitely schedule some more west coast time when the new album is ready.
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Groovin' in New Fairfield
Had fun at GINF last night; how can one go awry with pizza, cupcakes, and the Ya-Yas? Looking forward to the 4/30 show with Maria Sebastian.
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JD Tuckers
Sometimes it's not the gigs you expect, but had a great time at a little restaurant/bar in Washington Depot, CT. The vibe was good and the new vocal/reverb gizmo was working well. I don't have all the subtleties down yet, or have all the songs programmed, but things are under control and it's adding a professional sound to the live shows. Harmonies next on the list.
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Tom and Toon's
Had fun at Tom & Toon's on 51st St. last night, having dinner with Ken & Jeannie Veltz (of Veltz Family fame), theatre producer Joel Goss & Cat Guthrie, jazz singer Natalie Amendola and her sister, music producer and former A&R man John McCracken, and the amazing R&B singer Chrissi Poland. Chrissi sang two songs and I wish I could've stayed longer.
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SONO Arts Festival
Wow, what a great show of art in South Norwalk, CT. Plus, got to close out the Saturday singer/songwriter stage along with the fabulous Mark Alexander on keyboards. A great gig to close out the whirlwind 3-show weekend, whew!
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