The Flyer

The voice of the Fresno Folklore Society

(FAM=Fresno Art Museum, on N. First, just south of Clinton)
(Santa Fe Basque is on N. Maroa, just south of Shields)

Belly dancing every Friday at the Mediterranean Restaurant and most Saturdays at the Phoenician.
An Irish jam happens every 2nd Sunday at La Boulangerie from 2:30-4:30 Every Tuesday - Irish Jam at The Public House 7-9
Every Thursday - Mixed Jam at The Public House
Wednesdays - Kenny Hall led Jam at Santa Fe Basque

This month at Full Circle
For more info go to www.fullcirclebrewing.com

Remember all our good folk music venues and our good friends who sell our tickets: The Movies, National Hardware, Patrick’s Music.

To see what goes on on a regular basis see our page of Recurring Events

Nancy Waidtlow keeps the FFS calendar so we don’t double up on events. Our organization is not as large as that of more populous folk communities where they can book song circles, story telling, concerts, films and dances all on the same night. And we try to coordinate with the Fresno Filmworks because we draw from the same audience. So if you have an idea for a special folk occasion phone Nancy at 224-1738 or email her to get on the calendar.

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Concert News with Pat Wolk

UPCOMING CONCERTS:
www.fresnofolkconcerts.com

Garden Concerts: Mark your Calendars

Elameno Quintet
www.elamenoqintet.com
Wolk Folk Garden
6661 N. Forkner, Fresno
June 21, Sunday 7:00 pm Come early (5:00) to potluck and party
$15 donation Family max: $45
These young folks continue to wow the audience with their dynamic playing and virtuosity. Stunning improvisation on the flute, mesmerizing guitar, soulful cello lines, bass as you’ve never heard it before and percussion to knock your socks off.
The modern acoustic originals of Elameno Quintet encompass sounds from Jazz and Arabic to Flamenco, Brazilian and Irish.
Featuring: Rebecca Kleinmann, Flute, Vocals; Dusty Brough, Guitar; Myra Joy, Cello; Kevin Hill, Double Bass; Tobias Roberson, Percussion.
Come early to Potluck & Party. A jam follows the concert.
http://www.fresnofolkconcerts.com Info & tickets: 431-3653

Hans York & Young Amelia
www.hansyork.com
July 25 Saturday 7:00 pm. Concert/Potluck in the Wolk Garden 6661 N. Forkner.
Hans York, guitar & vocals; Eva Scow, mandolin; Dusty Brough, guitar; Kevin Hill, double bass.
For fans of York and the Young Amelia Group we're bringing them back to perform in the garden on Saturday evening July 25. We begin the evening at 5:00 with a potluck supper for those who want to gather and talk (and take a swim). The performance begins in the shaded Wolk garden at 7:00 and we finish the evening with dessert and a jam session with the performers and local musicians.
It's a REAL potluck--bring food that you want to share--fruit and salads are great for summer gatherings, desserts for after the concert.
Beer, wine, sodas and lots of ice are welcome additions. We have water in a jug.
Seriously consider bringing your own place settings. It hurts my eco-conscience to use disposable plates and cups. We know how to do it. We were much more eco sensitive in the early days of FFS.
If you haven't heard York and the Young Amelia Group, you're in for a treat. In the meantime you can preview some of the music on youtube or on York's myspace.
Here's what Mike Marshall has to say about the album:
"Hans is a master of sound and poetry who skillfully takes you into his soft magical world. You will not be afraid to open your heart up, allowing him to share his gift and gently close it back up, leaving you all the better for having had this vulnerable place touched." Mike Marshall You can read more glowing reviews on York's website.

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Bluegrass in the Park

Don't forget the 2nd annual summer Bluegrass in the Park concerts has begun. In the Clovis Veteran's Memorial Park at Fifth St and Hughes Ave, behind the Senior Center and the Memorial Building beginning at 6:30 p.m. you can relax under the trees and enjoy the music. Bring a chair or a blanket, a picnic supper and the entire family, kids and grandparents, for a great musical program. Every Friday except June 19th, through September 18th the very talented local bands will play the music we love. Spread the word!

June 12, 2009 The Dalton Mountain Gang
June 19, 2009 Father's Day Festival in Grass Valley - No concert
June 26, 2009 Baloney Creek
July 3, 2009 Uncle Ephus
Mark you calendars for June 19th to be in Grass Valley for the annual California Bluegrass Association's Father's Day Festival, you definitely don't want to miss that one!

One last calendar note... September 25th kicks off the Hobbs Grove Bluegrass Festival, another date to remember!

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Prez Sez-

Thanks!
Serving as the president of the Folklore Society has been an honor and a blessing. The people I’ve worked with on the board and off have been consummate professionals. I’ve had the great privilege of meeting some of the finest musicians in the world as they’ve passed through Fresno as well as the world-class talent that we have living right here. From coordinating membership to baking cookies, acting as concert master to schelepping chairs and greeting patrons this is the hardest working group I’ve ever had the opportunity to be a part of. At the same time we’ve had the most fun I’ve ever enjoyed in my varied peregrinations around the world. The volunteers are what make the Folklore Society work and I thank each and every one of you from the bottom of my heart!
But—it is time, as the walrus said— I’m moving on to new opportunities and adventures. We are moving to Hawaii, up-country Maui to be specific. I’m sure there will be lovely people there too but, you have claimed a place in my heart that will always tie me to this place. Please keep in touch.
Salud, Shalom & Mahalo
Anne

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Asking $45,000 -- Blue book $52,000 because I can’t take it to Hawaii.
Anne Jenny (559) 681-0880

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Beginning Fiddle and Mandolin Classes

Starting June 18- July 23, every Thursday evening, from 6:30-8:00, Linda Guerrero will be teaching a beginning fiddle and mandolin class at Ahwahnee Middle School, in the library.
Ahwahnee is located at 1127 E. Escalon, (off of First, between Sierra and Bullard). This class is being offered through Fresno Community Education, www.fas.edu
If you have taken this class before, simple new tunes will be taught with a focus on traditional Irish music. Come and learn how to play the fiddle or mandolin in a supportive and fun environment.

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Appalachian Mountain Dulcimer for Sale

I am a retired National Park Ranger (Sequoia & Kings Canyon NP and Yosemite NP, among other park areas) who worked in the Applachians along the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina some 30 years ago.  My wife and I enjoyed the music of the area among other music, and purchased a mountain dulcimer from another park service employee who not only played many local instruments, but made this dulcimer.
It has been in our closet ever since.  We are looking for a person who would put it to loving use.
Surely someone among the Fresno Folklore Society must at least know someone who fits this category, and might be interested in obtaining a beautiful dulcimer for a good price.
 
Please pass my name and phone number on to whomever might be interested in the instrument.
 
In Harmony,
 Jim Warner email me

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Sacred Harp Singing

Hope you’re all handling the heat okay! We had a great singing practice the other week, with some new songs that we breezed right through. This is just a note that the next three practices will be on the third Saturdays:

July 18th,
August 15th, and (newly rescheduled)
September 19th.

Also, if your schedule frees up, join 5 of us Fresnans going to the San Diego area One-day Singing on Saturday, July 25th if you happen to be in the San Diego area (http://www.sdfasola.org/annualall-daysinging).
Seraphically,
Linda B. email

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Second Saturday Contra Dance June 13

Second Saturday Community Dance, Sat. July 11, 2009
7 pm, California Arts Academy, South of Shaw Ave. at 4750 N Blackstone Ave, Fresno, CA
Beginners are welcome: please arrive at 6:30. Donation at the door $5 per person. This event is sponsored by the Fresno Folklore Society. Info 559-297-8966

Our dance web page: http://www.evobluestein.com/dancedata.htm

English Country Dance

July 4th is the monthly English Dance at the Auberry Library. 7 pm, always free!
Callers: Chris and Tina Galfo
Band is Evo, Sherron, Dylan and Sam

English Country Dancing
1st Saturday of each Month
Auberry Library (7-9 pm)
All dances taught.
Come alone or bring a friend.
Questions call Evo Bluestein, 559-297-8966

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Streets of Tortuga Pirate Carnival

Pirate's Booty Buccaneer Bellydance once again presents the Streets of Tortuga Pirate Carnival, with featured musical guests, Bad Boys Zydeco.
Join us for an evening of fun and frolic with fire dancing by Tanjora Tribal Fire, the martial prowess of Prise de Fer, contests for the finest and most bee-ooo-tee-ful pirate hat, and a "Most Impressive Spyglass" contest.
Find your fate from a fortune teller, be adorned by lovely henna art, and more.
Admission: $14 or $12 with Pirate Costume $10 in advance from brownpapertickets.com/event/67586
Wear your finest pirate garb, put on your best pirate hat, bring your most impressive spyglass and join us for some mild mischief and mayhem. Families welcome, children under 21 must be accompanied by parent.

Toro Nagashi on August 8

Every year the local Japanese cultural society hosts the Toro Nagashi ceremony at Woodward Park. Toro Nagashi happens at the end of the three-day Obon Festivel, a time to remember the dead. This years ceremony will be held on Saturday, August 8 at 7 p.m.
Toro Nagashi involves placing the names of deceased family members/friends on a lantern, along with any messages you might have for them, and setting it float on a lake or river. The lantern represents the spirits of the departed returning to their realm. (During Obon, they're thought to come back and be among us.) The ceremony is very beautiful and serene as darkness falls and the candle lit lanterns float across the Woodward Park Lake.

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Espacio

It's that time of week; Espacio is live Thursdays from 8 to 11pm at The Landmark. Located on Olive Ave. in the heart of the Tower District. It is entirely FREE to come listen to us, they do offer food and a full bar. There are booths and an outside patio area.
We are at Palomino's on Friday night, 9pm - 12am.
Tell a friend! www.myspace.com/espaciojazz
Espacio is Eva Scow (mandolin/violin), Mike Taylor (guitar), Kevin Hill (bass), and Nathan Guzman (drums)

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CBA Music Camp has room for Banjos

CBA Music Camp (Grass Valley, June 14-17) has room for a few more beginning oldtime banjo players This class will be taught by Tim Hicks this year More info at www.cbamusiccamp.org/ info@cbamusiccamp.org or 415-663-1342 (after 9 a.m.) Prices go up after May 1st.

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Fresno Buddhist Temple 64th Annual Obon Festival

1340 Kern Street, Fresno
July 11, 2009 , 3:00pm to 10:00pm
After 63 years, this will be the final Obon festival held at our current location-1340 Kern Street, Fresno. Thus, this year's theme is "ONE LAST DANCE" on Kern Street. Event begins at 3:00PM with emphasis on Japanese Food and Culture, Japanese dancing will begin at 7:30PM. Everyone is invited to participate in the fun. Taiko drumming,cultural displays, temple open. For more information, call (559) 442-4054, e-mail: info@fresnobuddhisttemple.org or visit our website: www.fresnobuddhisttemple.org

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The Fresno Youth Folklore Society

is an organization which caters to the youth of Fresno, California.  The group is dedicated to the preservation of folk arts and culture in the Central Valley.  In order for these traditions to survive, culture must be passed down from one generation to the next.  For this reason, young people are instrumental in maintaining cultural identity.
The Society exists to bring together Fresno’s young artists, musicians, dancers, and performers.  It also seeks to recognize  those Fresnans who continue to pass on folk customs and traditions. http://youthfolklore.com/

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1st Sat. English dance in Auberry is cancelled

The 1st Sat. English dance in Auberry is cancelled
for June but will return in July.

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California Coast Music Camp (week 2)

Evo Bluestein, (workshops tba)
July 19 - 25, 2009
Placer Co, CA
http://www.musiccamp.org/

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Evo's South California gigs

I'll be in So. CA teaching dance and performing a couple of concerts.
If you know anyone you'd like to send to one of my shows next week,
please send them this info:

Concert, Evo Bluestein, Coffee Gallery Backstage, 4 pm matinee, Sat.
June 13, 2009
2029 Lake St. Altadena , CA 91001, ph.( 626) 398-7917

Concert & banjo workshop, Evo Bluestein, Claremont Folk Center, Sun.
June 14, 2009
Claremont, CA 91711, ph.(909) 624-2928

I'll give a concert this Saturday first.
Concert, Evo Bluestein, Full Circle Brewery, 8 pm, Sat. June 6, 2009
620 F St, Fresno, CA 559-264-6323

I'll be back to call the 2nd Sat. dance in July.

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Coolwater Ranch presents

See more details and RSVP on FresnoArts.net: http://my.fresnoarts.net/events/event/show?id=852609%3AEvent%3A37095&xgi=i3bJ8qI

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LaQuerencia Concerts Presents Jennings and Keller

LaQuerencia Concerts Presents Jennings and Keller in a House Concert.  Saturday, July 11, 2009, 7:30 p.m.

in the LaQuerencia (Fresno Cohousing) Common House, 2658 E. Alluvial (between Chestnut and Willow)

Laurie Jennings Oudin and Dana Keller are an acoustic duo based out of Miami. They call their music “Fusion Folk Americana”—a blend of many different elements from their wide-ranging musical backgrounds. Since the release of their debut CD, “Susan's House”, Jennings and Keller have gained recognition throughout the country. In 2007 alone they were finalists in five folk song writing contests.

Laurie is well known as the former proprietor of The Main Street Cafe, which was viewed across the country as the premier acoustic music venue in Florida. A former Shakespearean actress, Laurie has been a singer and songwriter for many years.  Dana is a veteran pedal steel, dobro and guitar player who has performed with such luminaries as Vince Gill, Ricky Skaggs, Stevie Wonder, Larry Graham, Marvin Gaye, Dave Mason, Johnny Rodriguez and The Allen Brothers. He has opened for, among others, Spirit, Pure Prairie League, Gordon Lightfoot, Waylon Jennings, and Buck Owens. 

“… Jennings and Keller perform literate story songs sung and strummed with great emotion and depth. They may be playing right in front of you or you may be listening to Jennings and Keller in your house, but their songs will take you on journeys...”

For more information or to hear their music, visit www.jenningsandkeller.com.  Tickets $15 Each. Limited Seating Available.  Advanced Purchase or Reservations Only.  For Information or to Order Tickets call Lorenzo at (559) 367-9528 or email Lorenzo Bassman.

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Local Jam Sessions

Old Time and Other - The Public House 2-9 every Thursday

ACOUSTIC MUSIC JAM
Country, gospel & bluegrass. 2nd & 4th Saturday of every month, 6 P. M. Senior Center, 1450 Ellis, Kingsburg. All Bud Cartwright or Edie Matthews at 559-582-7680 or 559-309-9898.

Lemoore Acoustic Music Club
Every Friday 6-10 P. M. Country, gospel & bluegrass. Last Friday of each month is gospel only. Potluck at every jam donations welcome at the door. Contact Fred Ward 559-360-0027

Jammin’ in Clovis
The bluegrass jam in Clovis happens on the first and third Saturdays of every month, at the Clovis Senior Center, 850 Fourth St, Clovis from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Irish Jam

Irish Jams in Abundance!
Fans of Irish music and Irish musicians alike now have 5 opportunities a month to hear or participate in Irish Jam sessions at three different venues!
Our oldest ongoing jam session is on the second Sunday of every month from 2:30 to 4:30pm out on the patio of La Boulangerie in Fig Garden Shopping Center. You can enjoy a delicious bakery item and coffee as you enjoy the music and outdoor scenery.
The newest venue is The Public House on Cedar (south of Ashlan) is hosting an Irish Jam on Tuesdays and Thursdays of every month from 7 to 9 pm. The Public House has a good selection of delicious food and drink, including “gorgeous pints”

The sessions at Sequoia Brewery have been put on hold for a while.

Second Sunday of the month 2:30 to 4:30, outside La Boulangerie in Fig Garden Shopping Center. Contact Carl or Kathryn at 229-8808

Tuesdays - Irish Session
Thursdays - Eclectic Session (Old timey, Irish, whatever)
The Publick House
7-9pm (559) 229-7825

California State Old Time Fiddlers, District 2, meets every Saturday night at 7 for a jam and dance. Dancers and acoustic players welcome. 1917 S. Chestnut, Fresno. For information: 924-1766

Bakersfield
Celtic Session on Wednesday nights, 7-9 PM at Dagny’s Coffee Co.
1600 20^th St., Bakersfield, CA
If you enjoy playing Celtic music, come in & jam with us. Or, if you just want to relax & hear some great tunes, bring your friends & enjoy some java!
For more information, contact Mark Forrester at 661-889-2901.

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Kenny Hall Interview on Missouri Radio station

For the historical record [recorded and posted online permanently]
 
RADIORBIT [Host, Mike Hagan, Missouri]
http://mikehagan.com/main.htm

Interview with legendary KENNY HALL
with Marta Hall and Kent Steadman
http://www.radiorbit.com/audio/010206kentandkenny.m3u
http://www.radiorbit.com/audio/010206kentandkenny.mp3

Kenny website: Old-Time Music Master Mandolinist & Fiddler
http://kennyhallband.com/
Thanks,
Kent Steadman
http://www.cyberspaceorbit.com
206-439-1141

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