The Flyer

The voice of the Fresno Folklore Society

May 3 - Brothers of the Baladi, Middle Eastern Fusion, at Full Circle Brewing Company 8 pm
May 6 - Irish Jam at The Public House 7-9pm
May 10 - Hans York in Concert at the Bonner 7:30
May 10 - Community Dance at California Arts Academy
May 11 - Irish Jam at La Boulangerie, Fig Garden Shopping Center 2:30 - 4:30
May 13 - Irish Jam at The Public House 7-9
May 16 -18 California Autoharp Gathering at St Nicholas Ranch
May 16 - The Grasskickers at Patio Cafe in Fig Garden Village 7-9 pm
May 20 - Irish Jam at Public House 7-9
May 21- Flyer Deadline for submissions
May 27 - Irish Jam at The Public House 7-9
May 28 - Flyer Folding at the Johnsen’s 7:30

(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.
The Irish jam happens every 2nd Sunday at La Boulangerie from 2:30-4:30.

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:

Hans York & Young Amelia

May 10, 7:30 pm at Fresno Art Museum’s Bonner Auditorium
Featuring Eva Scow, Dusty Brough, Myra Joy & Special Guests including Karen Marguth & Kevin Hill. This is one concert you will not want to miss.
Wherever he goes, Hans works to build a community of musicians. That is evident on his latest CD “Young Amelia” where he features some of the best young musicians on the West Coast including Fresno’s own Eva Scow and Dusty Brough who grew up in Oakhurst and is now living in San Diego performing with Cerro Negro and his new group Elemeno—more about them later.
Hans York and his CD, Young Amelia are attracting nationwide attention. He entered Two of songs, Tell Me Why and Letting Go, into the Kerrville New Folk songwriters contest (800 contestants) and is one of 32 finalists. Kerrville is a big deal. I googled it up and read the history of the competition that grew out of a need to give up and coming artists an opportunity to have their music heard. Peter Yarrow was instrumental in making it happen.
A win at Kerrville carries considerable prestige in the singer-songwriter community. This is in part due to the peer-professional judging and the festival’s long history of recognizing emerging artists who have later gone on to wider success. There have also been examples of notable performers who have appeared as finalists in the competition without ever earning a win. Examples of artists who have performed in the competition include: Steve Earle (1978), John Gorka (1984), Nanci Griffith (1978), Lyle Lovett(1980,1982).
You can google them up and find out more about the Kerrville Folk and New Folk festivals.
Obviously I’m excited about Hans being a finalist.
Season Ticket Holders: This is your bonus concert. Contact me to secure your tickets. 431-3653.

June 20 Garden concert with Elameno

Friday, June 20th the group Elameno will perform a concert of original music at The Wolk Garden as a fundraiser for SMAI. The group was formed one year ago at the SMAI (Sierra Music and Art Institute) music camp "Sweet's Mill" and is currently in the studio working on a record planned for release this summer for their West Coast tour in June. Members include Miles Jay, double bass; Rebecca Kleinmann, flute; Tobias Roberson, percussion; Myra Joy, cello; Dusty Brough, guitar. Expect 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.

Wolk Folk Garden 7:30p.m.
6661 N. Forkner. Fundraiser for SMAI

The tour will take the group from San Diego CA to Olympia Washington, playing 20 shows along the way. Come catch Elameno Friday, June 20th 7:30 pm at The Wolk Garden. Tickts are $15 and will be available at the York concert, online www.fresnofolkconcerts.com, or phone 431-3653.
Guests: please bring your own seating, drinks, and something for the party following the concert–– including instruments. Come in daylight and walk through the garden

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Community Dance May 10 at 7pm

Second Saturday Community Dance, Sat. May 10, 7:00 pm caller: Nick Cuccia, musicians: tba
We dance squares, contras, circles, reels, waltzes. Beginners please come at 6:30
California Arts Academy (formerly Cynthia Merrill's),
4750 N Blackstone Ave.
$5 donation, $15 family maximum
All dances taught. Come alone or bring a friend.
Questions: call Evo 559-297-8966, contact for more info. Our dance info page: http://www.evobluestein.com/dancedata.html

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Kent Steadman

Kent Moedl Steadman (1942 - 2008) was born January 17, 1942, during a snow storm at his great-Aunt Mary’s in Sandy, UT. In much the same way as he entered, Kent left this world at the age of 66, when his heart gave out while playing in the snow with his grandson at his home in Burien, WA.

Kent received his Master's of Arts from Brigham Young University in Utah. He was a highly respected art teacher at Fresno City College for 23 years. After retirement, Kent continued to serve as a mentor and teach others about the art of love, intelligence, creativity, and compassion. Born with a disability that he overcame through art and music, Kent understood the joy of being different. A troubadour and vagabond, many will remember his music, which he believed to be the true expression of the soul. Kent was a pioneer on the internet with his site, http://www.cyberspaceorbit.com/, where he shared his philosophy with many people. His playful sense of humor always charmed and uplifted his friends and loved ones.

He was preceded in death by his father, F. Moedl Steadman; mother, Leah Steadman; brother, F. Bruce Steadman. He is survived by his wife, Wendy Steadman; brothers, Stan, Dave, Randy, and Lee Steadman; children, Shannon, Amber, Leah and Brian; grandson, Quentin Camp.

If you would like to send condolences, notes or a donation to help his widow Wendy out with the financial burden this has left her with, the address is:
Kent Steadman; 425 S. 156th Street; #119A; Seattle, WA 98148
(If a check, probably best to make it out to Wendy Steadman)

Kent Steadman was one of the characters that made up the early Folklore Society. He called himself the FFS Sergeant of Arm. He taught art at Fresno City College and by offering an A to any student that built an Appalachian Dulcimer, managed to introduce the instrument to many. He himself was an excellent musician playing guitar, hurdy gurdy, harmonica and of course the dulcimer. He was one of the founding members of Pipe on the Hob many years ago as well as playing in several other groups.

There are plans afoot to have some sort of memorial gathering. I will post any details on the FFS webpage as they are given to me. If you are interested in being notified send me an email

FormerAtomic Antics-Dragon Lady Performers! Help!

I'm in process of transferring all the old VHS performances onto DVD. What a trip to see ourselves so young and gorgeous! (Well, the lighting was, you know, dim...)
I am missing the complete tape of the "Chain of Fools." I have the originals for one camera, which are missing the middle part. Someone else had the complete show. I thought it was poor quality and didn't keep it, but later it turned out it was my TV, not the tape, that was the problem. I cannot remember who filmed that tape. If you have it, can I borrow it to make a DVD? Thank you. Sue Beevers

Fresno Art Museum Exhibit

March 25-May 18 Two must-see exhibits
By Stephanie Wilde and John Nava

The Fresno Art Museum continues to bring outstanding exhibitions thanks to the Curator Jacquelin Pilar. Be prepared to stay a while and really SEE the exhibits. There are magnifying glasses to help you see the exquisite detail of Stephanie Wilde’s Enemies of Love. Her work is reminiscent of Medieval or Renaissance scenes.

You may remember the exquisite Jacquard tapestries created by John Nava for the Cathedral of Our Lady of Angels. His new series of icons are “images that challenge the domestic and foreign policies enacted by the Bush administration. His critique is not limited to the Republican Party or the Neo-Conservative movement but makes a wider critique of all who have been ‘cowed into acquiescence by flag-waving and fear mongering.’ The children depicted in these paintings––his own children among them––all seem to ask, ‘What should we learn from this?’ ”

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"Queen Bess and the Pyrates"

A Renaissance Fayre with a Pyrate Flayre. Actors, jugglers, magicians, fools and foes! Entrance to the Fayre is $6; shows are free; food reasonable, 10am-6pm Saturday May 10, 10am-5pm Sunday May 11 at Victoria West Park, Fresno California (Brawley & Clinton)
Fayre proceeds go to Catholic Charities, a low/no overhead charity.

• Joey Hall will be leading Live Action Role Play battle games, such as Capture the Flag, with very soft Renaissance-style foam weapons, for ages 8-18
• Zamoras Gypsies perform daily at noon and 3 PM in the gypsy camp. Zara (Sue Beevers) and Bayla Zena (Bayla Washburne) will read palms and cards all day both days (readings $10.00).
• Pipe on the Hob will be performing on Sunday at various times during the day.

http://www.queenbessandthepyrates.com/

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Stolen Instrument Alert:

Marc Savoy Cajun Accordion in a padded blue back-pack 1-row button accordion (key of C), black strap belongs to Evo Bluestein gum wood (clear stain) 4 stops on the top made out purple heart
Please contact Evo (559) 297-8966 if you have any info.

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Artists' Repertory Theatre presents

Glengarry Glen Ross and David Mamet's Pulitzer-prize winning play, directed by Michael J. Peterson
This production features Louis Ramentas as Shelley Levine, Jeff White as John Williamson, Mike Harrison as Richard Roma, Gordon Moore as George Aaronow, Jaguar Bennett as Dave Moss, Hal Bolen II as Jim Lingk, and Ricci Mazzuca as Officer Baylen.
Shows are April 18-May 10 Fri/Sat 8:00, Sun 2:00 California Arts Academy - Severance 1401 N.Wishon, at Floradora, in the Tower District Tickets & Information 559-222-6539 $12 in advance, $15 at the door This play contains adult language.

Making Memories with Sweet Herbs & Lavender

Mother's Day Tours May 9, 10, 11~ 10 am
Nourish her heart with nature’s beauty and aromatherapy. Garden Theater, Tour & Tastings withlearning and laughter, recipes and remedies in one of the most beautiful seasons of the garden. Adults - $15. Children (4-12) - $10. PP
Contact Rosemary - (559) 332-2909 or Rosemary@SquawValleyHerbGardens.com

GrassKickers at Patio Cafe

GrassKickers, Fresno's premier bluegrass band will be at The Patio Cafe on the following dates.   May 16th, Friday from 7 to 9PM and then in June on the 14th, Saturday from 6:30 to 8:30PM. 

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Belly Dancing News!

May 3rd, , 8 P.M. Brothers of the Baladi, Middle Eastern Fusion, at Full Circle Brewing Company, Ventura and F, Chinatown. $10. Boogie to the world music of Michael Beach and the Brothers, and see Fresno' s Divas of Dance--Bayla Zena, Cory Zamora, and Ely Buffin--perform.Brothers of the Baladi are releasing a new CD, "Just do What's Right." website: http://www.baladi.com.
May 10th and 11th, Zamora's gypsies and the Fire Mystics perform at 12:00 and 3:00 P.M. daily. Zara and Bayla Zena read cards and palms. $10. Details below.
June 14th, 2:00 P. M. Zar, Egyptian Trance Dance workshop by Ely Buffin. $25. Zamora's Studio, 255-1761 for reservations.

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Scats on the Sly!

May 1st Art Hop: at Bill Bruce Studio, 1752 Van Ness, Fresno, 93721, 5:30. Admission Free. June 5th at Silva Salazar Studio, Van Ness and Mono, Fresno. 5:30. Free.
May 15th: Visalia Farmer's Market
May 22nd: Respite by the River, Coke Hallowell Center for River Studies, 11605 Old Friant Road, Fresno.(433-3190) Music 6:00 PM. Mas Masumoto reads at 7. Free.
Irish Jams in Abundance

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Sacred Harp Singing

If you enjoy singing those funny little shape notes, come to the next gathering at Tom and Linda Booth's on May 10, at 3:00, 5822 E. Pontiac Way, Fresno.  Call 292-6469 for more information. A one-day singing is coming up on May 17th in L.A.  Make plans to caravan or carpool to this future event when you gather at the Booth's on May 10  Beginners and singers of all abilities are encouraged to attend.  Email Linda.

Zar Workshop With Ely Buffin!

Zar…A powerful trance dance from Egypt. An ancient ritual performed for healing and spiritual cleansing, used today in group ceremonies and stage performances all over the world. This will be a positive and magical experience! You must sign up now because space is limited. All fees due by June 1st. $25.00 per person.
June 14th 2:00 p.m. Zamora's Studio 255-1761 ZamorasBD(at)aol.com For Information

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Fresno Arts Council Horizon Awards honor our very own Pat Wolk

The Fresno Arts Council (FAC) is pleased to announce its 23rd Annual 2008 Horizon Awards, celebrating 23 years of honoring those dedicated to excellence in the arts. The Award is given to recognized individuals, organizations and businesses that have made significant contributions toward the enrichment of life in our community through excellence in the Arts.
The nomination categories and the winners are as follows:
•Artist:  Stanley C. Bitters
•Artist:  Peter Everwine
•Business:  Ronald Eichman, Fresno Grand Opera
•Citizen:  Pat Wolk, Fresno Folklore Society
•Ella Odorfer Educator:  Kaye Migaki 
•Special:  Jon Carroll, Fresno Reel Pride
•Youth:  Yifan Luo, Buchannan High School
You are all invited to the Horizon Award Ceremony on Thursday, April 10, 2008, from 6:00-9:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of Fresno City Hall with a reception following.  Tickets are $15 per person and free for children less than 12 years.  Tickets are available at the FAC office, 1245 Van Ness, or you may purchase tickets that evening; please RSVP at 237-9734.

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Cineculture Club presents: 

Cineculture Spring 2008 Lineup

5:15 PM on Fridays

All films will be shown in McLane 121, unless otherwise indicated.

Parking is relaxed after 4:30PM on Fridays in area parking lots. Check the campus map to see which parking area is most convenient.

http://www.csufresno.edu/univrelations/map/


April 4

Muslim film: TBA
Muslim Student Organization

April 11
TBA
Fresno Filmworks
Tower Theater
5:30PM and 8:00PM
Students and seniors: $8
General admission: $10

April 18

Bombies (2001)

 Director: Jack Silberman. 57 min. Between 1964 and 1973 the United States conducted a secret air war, dropping over 2 million tons of bombs and making tiny Laos the most heavily bombed country in history. Millions of these 'cluster bombs' did not explode when dropped, leaving the country massively contaminated with 'bombies' as dangerous now as when they fell 30 years ago. Bombies examines the problem of unexploded cluster bombs through the personal experiences of a group of Laotians and foreigners and argues for their elimination as a weapon of war. Unfortunately they are still a standard part of the US arsenal and were dropped in Kosovo, Afghanistan and Iraq._ Golden Gate Award, San Francisco International Film Festival.

Post-screening discussants: Lao Student Association

April 25

Fuerza y Coraje (Strength and Courage) (2003)

Director: Federico Velasco. 52 min. Spanish w/English subtitles.
A film that centers around disability and the Olympics in Mexico.

Post screening discussant: director, Federico Velasco

May 2

TBA

Cineculture Club promotes cultural awareness and addresses diversity issues through film and post-screening discussion.

President: Roxanne Villaluz email
Advisor: Denise Blum email

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Fresno Philharmonic Events

May 10-11, 2008 American Inspiration
Experience American inspiration through live music! Guest starring Fresno Community Choruses.
PROGRAM:
Gould - American Salute
Bernstein - Chichester Psalms
Copland - Symphony No. 3

http://www.fresnophil.org

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California Autoharp Gathering

May 16th, 17th & 18th 2008
St Nicholas Ranch

"The California Autoharp Gathering (CAG) was founded in 2003 at the Mendota Unified School District. Students at the school district were had the opportunity to take classes in autoharp, guitar, pep band, mariachi, and folkloric dancing. The CAG was established to give these students a chance to go to a fine arts camp; where workshops, concerts, and training would be made available to them. In addition, participants from around the United States were invited to join the CAG to celebrate and enjoy a three-day festival with the autoharp being the primary instrument of study."

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Steve Ono at Fahrenheit 5104

Steve will be appearing on Thursdays at 7 PM, 4/03, 4/10, 4/17, and 4/24.
 
Fahrenheit 5104
5104 N. West Ave.
Fresno, CA
 
559-440-9302
 
Onomuse Productions
559-266-4762 

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Open Auditions For The Rocky Horror Show, Live!

This is for an original full stage production, directed by Daniel Chavez Jr. It is not a re-creation of the movie.
All performers must be 18 or over. We are looking for strong actors, dancers and singers for lead parts and ensemble. The role of Frank 'N' Furter is already cast but we will be looking for an understudy.
Audition Date: Saturday, May 3, 2008
Audition Time: 10:00am sign in 11:00am Narrator Monologues and Singing Call 2:00pm Callbacks for Dance
Audition Location: California Arts Academy – Blackstone 4750 N. Blackstone Ave., between Shaw & Gettysburg, Fresno
For Audition Information call (559) 222-6539
Performances of The Rocky Horror Show, Live, will be October 31 – November 22, 2008, at California Arts Academy – Severance in the Tower District.
Prepare: Bring resume and headshot. Be prepared to sing 16 bars of music in the appropriate style (pop/rock). A dance/movement combination will be taught at callbacks. We will see monologues for the Narrator with vocal auditions. Please do not wear character makeup or costumes to the audition.
Julie Ann Keller Owner/Director
California Arts Academy
4750 N. Blackstone Ave.,
Fresno, CA 93726
559-222-6539 www.calartsacademy.com

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Local Jam Sessions

BLUEGRASS JAM
Location had to be moved. Where to be announced

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

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 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

1st and 3rd Tuesday
Sequoia Brewing - Tower
2nd and 4th Tuesday Irish Session
The Publick House
7-9pm Contact Dean Lloyd

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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