Right. My mom had a birthday 03/31/2010 today and I was "requested" to play and sing Happy Birthday. Well, then it turned into a suggestion that after I play I could do a dinner table stroll through the dining room. I agreed. Glad I did!
Even though I couldn't do all the songs I do with my partner in Paraclete it was still a gratifying experience in that I brought joy into the lives of the residents. These folks were singing up a storm and totally involved in the music.
Musicians-never forget what it is all about.....bringing joy to people who LOVE live music!

new stuff...

Well, it's been a while since my last post. Last week my duo Paraclete did an audition at a local lounge. We played great and were well received but the owner thinks we are to "entertaining" for his venue. He's looking for background music and background music we ain't. So we keep looking for venues that will work for us.

I am working on writing some songs on ukulele and that's been fun. Hopefully in the next week I'll have one up on http://www.jimiteachuke.com/

The big band I play guitar with did a show for the Red Cross this Saturday past and that was a good gig. Raised a pile of dough for them! Photo is the band.

Slowly building up a student base with lessons on ukulele and guitar.

Hang Lose!