Sunday, 31 December 2017

[dcab-l] HNY from my son Woody

https://youtu.be/nNa8nh_718o  Virus-free. www.avast.com ...
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Saturday, 30 December 2017

[dcab-l] DCBU/VFW Bluegrass Jam in Takoma Park

The next DC Bluegrass Union VFW Bluegrass Jam will be New Year's Day, Monday, January 1, from 7:00-10:00 PM, at:        Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 350        6420 Orchard Ave., Takoma Park, MD        Google Maps:  http://tinyurl.com/VFWmap        Contact:        VFW...
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Thursday, 28 December 2017

[dcab-l] Deadline for Hazel Dickens Song Contest is January 5, 2018

It's not too late to enter, but you better not wait too long. http://bit.ly/2kxyDvv. Cheers and happy new year, Randy -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "DCAB-L" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to dcab-l+unsubscribe@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to dcab-l@googlegroups.com. Visit this group...
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Saturday, 23 December 2017

[dcab-l] Woody & Dad sing "The First Noel"

Friends of Christmas Present: This is the eighth year my son Woody and I have recorded a Christmas Carol.  Otherswe've done in years past: 2009 "Star of Bethlehem"2010 "Silent Night"2011 "Silver Bells"2012 "Blue Christmas"2013 "White Christmas"2014 "Winter Wonderland"2015 "The Friendly Beasts"2016 "Away in a Manger" For...
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Wednesday, 20 December 2017

[dcab-l] Martin Guitar Christmas: Blue Christmas

Friends of Christmas Present: Here's a Christmas song, from a live performance by the ”All Mixed Up” band:   Barry Wendell                 Rhythm Guitar and Vocals (bella voce)  Ed Schaeffer                  ...
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Sunday, 17 December 2017

[dcab-l] DCBU/VFW Bluegrass Jam in Takoma Park

The next DC Bluegrass Union VFW Bluegrass Jam will be Monday, December 18, from 7:00-10:00 PM, at:        Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 350        6420 Orchard Ave., Takoma Park, MD        Google Maps:  http://tinyurl.com/VFWmap        Contact:        VFW...
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Friday, 15 December 2017

Re: [dcab-l] ISO

Randy - I do not know if Vern is still alive but below is the contact information I have for him (actually got it from Orrin about 3-4 years ago when I was looking for someone to set up my mandolin).  He was 89 or 90 at that time. Paul Vern Bryant 6010 Hibbling Avenue Springfield, VA  22150 (703) 451-4975  From: dcab-l@googlegroups.com <dcab-l@googlegroups.com> on behalf of Randy Barrett...
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[dcab-l] ISO

Does anyone know whether Vern Bryant is still alive and if so do you have any contact info for him? thx Randy -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "DCAB-L" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to dcab-l+unsubscribe@googlegroups.com. To post to this group, send email to dcab-l@googlegroups.com. Visit this group at https://groups.google.com/group/dcab-l....
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Wednesday, 13 December 2017

[dcab-l] Orrin Star memorial service

A lot of folks are interested in memorial service plans for Orrin Star who sadly passed away on November 29. His family would like to have a celebration of Orrin and concert in the Washington, DC area and I'm helping them organize it. The event will likely be in the January/February time frame. I'll keep everyone posted. Randy -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "DCAB-L"...
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[dcab-l] Fiddle under the tree?

Hi all. If you've got a fiddle-interested person on your holiday list, Greenway Violins is offering a killer deal. It includes a Century Strings violin, hard shell case and bow PLUS four lessons for $450! www.greenwayviolins.com. Cheers, Randy -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "DCAB-L" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send...
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Friday, 8 December 2017

[dcab-l] reason to pick

Second Sunday comes this weekend, and the forecast is grey, cold, and flurries. What better reason to spend an afternoon in the cozy Beans in the Belfry Cafe and pick some tunes. It's open circle, open to all levels of players, and friendly. We play from 3-6 PM at 122 W Potomac St, Brunswick, MD. Links below for pics...
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Thursday, 7 December 2017

[dcab-l] Reminder - Nothin' Fancy in Old Town Manassas this Saturday Night 12/9

The ticketing page is http://www.bruu.org/?page_id=966 and the Facebook event page is https://www.facebook.com/events/1511512208967452/. Gonna be a big time, hope you can make it! Bring a friend!Nothin' Fancy BluegrassSaturday, December 9, 20176:00pm doors open, 7:30pm showtime$20 tickets, general admissionAt the Bull Run Unitarian Universalist congregation in Old Town Manassas9350 Main...
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[dcab-l] Martin Guitar Christmas: Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer

Friends of Christmas 2017:  Here's a Christmas song, from a live performance by the ”All Mixed Up” band:   Barry Wendell    Rhythm Guitar and Vocals (bella voce)  Ed Schaeffer    Martin Guitar and Harmony  Greg Nelson     Bass Rudolph, a fictional reindeer, is...
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[dcab-l] Neighbors Jam CANCELLED - CLOSING tomorrow!

I just talked to Hussein at Neighbors Restaurant in Vienna. He is CLOSING permanently tomorrow due to lease issues, with no plans to open at another location. Hussein has been good to many of us for many years, not only with the jam but bands, etc. Very sorry to see him go out. Soooo....NO JAM this Sunday, as we regroup and find a willing venue who will take us aging hippies and our peculiarities. If anyone has viable suggestions,...
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Friday, 1 December 2017

[dcab-l] DCBU/VFW Bluegrass Jam in Takoma Park

The next DC Bluegrass Union VFW Bluegrass Jam will be Monday, December 4, from 7:00-10:00 PM, at:        Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 350        6420 Orchard Ave., Takoma Park, MD        Google Maps:  http://tinyurl.com/VFWmap        Contact:        VFW...
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[dcab-l] DC BG Band in Wash Post Today

       There is a nice article in today's Washington Post today on local bluegrass band Only Lonesome. They will be part of the DC Bluegrass Festival March 9 & 10, 2018, in Tyson's Corner, Virginia. **https://www.washingtonpost.com/goingoutguide/music/only-lonesome-likes-its-bluegrass-with- some-hair-on-it/2017/11/29/f5b7ed06-cbe5-11e7-aa96-54417592cf72_story.html?utm_term=.56843 9ba73df...
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[dcab-l] 2018 Delaware Valley Bluegrass Festival Announces Lineup!

We always have a huge contingent from DC and beyond. As per our custom we always announce next fall's festival on Dec 1: The 47th Annual Delaware Valley Bluegrass Festival Aug 31-Sep 2, 2018 at the Salem County, NJ Fairgrounds Appearing On The Main Stage: **The...
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Sunday, 26 November 2017

[dcab-l] The Chuck Wagon Gang --- Sunday, December 10, 2017 --- Herndon, Virginia

WEEKEND BLUEGRASS CONCERT SERIES     (http://hclcbluegrass.wordpress.com)           DECEMBER 10, 2017 (SUNDAY)             THE CHUCK WAGON GANG                 (http://www.thechuckwagongang.net)...
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Friday, 24 November 2017

[dcab-l] Pick Brunswick this Thanksgiving Weekend

This Thanksgiving weekend marks 4th Sunday. Come pick some tunes and enjoy the ambiance at Beans in the Belfry Cafe in downtown Brunswick, MD - 122 W Potomac St. We're a friendly group open to all levels of pickers. We play from 3-6 PM. More info and lots of pics on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/BrunswickBluegrassJam/ (click on the pic below)Beans in the Belfry website: http://www.beansinthebelfry.com/-- Claude JonesBrunswick,...
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Tuesday, 21 November 2017

[dcab-l] Re: Walt Michael & Co. String Band Holiday Concert

Passing this along to the bluegrass list...dj On Tue, Nov 21, 2017 at 11:23 AM, Maria Wong <maria@commongroundonthehill.org> wrote: > Hello, > > Would you mind sharing the information below with your list? > > Many thanks, and Happy Thanksgiving! > > Maria Wong > Director of Promotions > Common Ground on the Hill > C/o McDaniel College > 2 College Hill > Westminster, MD 21157 > Phone:...
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Monday, 20 November 2017

[dcab-l] Nothin' Fancy in Old Town Manassas Saturday 12/9

Hey guys, just a quick heads-up! Hope to see you there.Nothin' Fancy Bluegrass Holiday Show!Six-time award winner – Society for the Preservation of Bluegrass Music Association (SPGBMA) – Entertaining Group of the YearSaturday, December 9, 20177:30pm showtime, $20 tickets, general admissionBull Run Unitarian Universalists Church9350 Main StreetManassas VA 20110Ticketing information online at http://www.bruu.org/?page_id=966,...
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Saturday, 18 November 2017

[dcab-l] The Chuck Wagon Gang -- Sunday, December 10, 2017 -- 3:00 pm -- Herndon, Virginia

WEEKEND BLUEGRASS CONCERT SERIES     (http://hclcbluegrass.wordpress.com)           DECEMBER 10, 2017 (SUNDAY)             THE CHUCK WAGON GANG                 (http://www.thechuckwagongang.net)...
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Thursday, 16 November 2017

[dcab-l] Rattlesnake Hill at Cactus Flats this Sunday, November 19th

Music Lovers: Come out and join Ed Schaeffer and Rattlesnake Hill for an evening (5:00 PM to 8:00PM) of live bluegrass at Cactus Flats, just north of Fredrick, Md.  This is a familyoriented bar with fun loving country folks, and friendly bikers.  Dance floor is available!The lineup: Ed Schaeffer - Guitar & VocalsKeith...
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