ABA Beacon 04-2014 FINAL2b - Arizona Bluegrass Association

Arizona Bluegrass Beacon
The Proof is in the Pickin’
THE OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE ARIZONA BLUEGRASS ASSOCIATION
Editor: Rosemary Langley
April 2014
www.arizonabluegrass.com
April 2014
Prep & Dist.: Sandra Austin
2nd Annual Marana Bluegrass Festival
April 12 & 13, 2014!
This Festival will be held each day from 9:45 am to 5:30 pm at the Ora Mae Harn Park in downtown Marana.
It continues to be a partnership of the Town of Marana, the Desert Bluegrass Association (DBA), and the Arizona Bluegrass Association (ABA). The event will showcase not only local bands from the Phoenix and Tucson
area, but also musical legend, Dan Crary, a flatpicking stylist with an
international reputation for innovation, taste, brilliance, and master
of the guitar! Dan’s Festival schedule for Saturday includes a guitar
summit performance with Greg Morton and Peter McLaughlin, a 2hour workshop on guitar (at the Marana Community Center), and a
solo performance to close out the Saturday festivities. His schedule
for Sunday includes two guitar summit performances with Morton and McLaughlin again. Entry fee for Saturday or Sunday is only $12 a person, and a weekend pass is only $20 a person. Children under the age of 12
are free with an adult. The Festival’s opening ceremonies start at 9:45 am on both days.
SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION:
One of the ways the partnership expects to make this Festival profitable is through sponsorships. The ABA’s
guarantee of $2000 to pay bands will be reimbursed if enough sponsorships are sold. You as an individual can
be a Friend of the Festival! Contact the Festival Sponsorship Chair, Ned Robbins, at nedgina@msn.com or 602510-0587. Join Terry & Bonnie Williams, Jan & Mike Zale, Mike & Rosemary Langley, and others in becoming
a Friend of the Festival!
$100 Friends of Bluegrass - Your name listed in festival program as a “Friend of Bluegrass,” on stage mention
by emcee, and 501c3 tax donation receipt from ABA OR 5 day passes.
For more information, go to www.maranafestival.com.
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It's not too late to be a Friend of the Festival!
Sign up to be a Friend by completing the coupon below and mailing it in; or better yet, sign up at the Festival!
FILL OUT THIS FORM NOW & SEND IT IN. THANK YOU!
Marana Bluegrass Festival Sponsor Donation Form
____$1000 Platinum Sponsor ____$500 Gold Sponsor ____$100 Friends of Bluegrass Sponsor
Name______________________________________________________________________
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Please include with your check to the ABA: P.O. Box 8139, Glendale, AZ 85312-8139
Thanks Much!
April 2014
Congratulations, Anni Beach! 2014 Governor’s Arts Award Honoree!
Anni Beach of Chandler whose love of rhythm, melody, and teaching music to children led
to the development of the Jam Pak Blues ‘N Grass Neighborhood Band 20 years ago,
earned the Individual Award at the 33rd annual Governor’s Arts Awards at the Mesa
Arts Center. Here is the description of Anni’s work that is listed on the website:
Anni Beach (Chandler) spreads her gospel of commUNITY (her spelling) through rhythm
and melody across Arizona using the Jam Pak Blues ‘n’ Grass Neighborhood Band as the
vehicle. It began in 1994 when two little boys knocked on her door near the elementary
school where she was a substitute teacher. They wanted to sing and play more music. Over the past 20 years, literally hundreds of children have done the same, learning
music, self-awareness, and self-discipline through creativity and expression. In the early
days, the children built instruments called canjos: a single-string fretted instrument with a soda can. The band grew,
playing and singing for house concerts, nursing homes, and community activities. Today, with 30 members and dozens of alumns, the group is a diverse mix that performs around the state.
For more information about the Governor’s Arts Awards, go to http://www.governorsartsawards.org/
APRIL BIRTHDAYS
John Leopold
(no date)
Gene Matusow
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Rick Lansing
2
Ardeth Matthews
2
Lesla Anderson
2
Betty Mulford
3
Richard Fletchtner
4
Dan Keck
5
Dewey Harnagel
6
Bonnie Thompson
6
Jackie Russell
7
Gary Nelson
8
Nicky Riley-Nicastro
9
Jack Akers
11
Debby Zimlin
11
Roger Clutter
12
Betty Keck
13
Mary Tieszen
13
Dorlea Jenkins
15
Warren Rolek
16
Clyde Schilling
16
Hugh Scigliano
17
Edward Proulx
19
Corinne Bendix
19
Eunice Royal
19
Linda Olson
22
Claudia Miner
23
Tom Jennings
25
Judy Bauer
27
Betty Artman
28
Lee Chesnutt
28
April 2014
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Welcome New Members!
Gary and Linda Nelson
Bluegrass in Tinseltown by James Reams
"I played what I had in my head.”—Herschel Sizemore
I recently had the privilege of presenting my documentary, Making History with Pioneers of Bluegrass, at the Bluegrass
on Broadway Film Festival in Redwood City, CA. I met a lot of wonderful people at this event, but filmmaker Rick Bowman and his film Herschel Sizemore: Mandolin in B made
the greatest impression on me.
Here was a guy who wasn’t particularly a fan of bluegrass music, though he was familiar with it having grown
up in Roanoke, VA. And yet, he had put together a really
fine piece of film honoring arguably one of the best mandolin players of our time. AND…he funded the whole project out of his own pocket! Bluegrass lovers everywhere
owe a debt of gratitude, or at least their pocket change,
to this intrepid filmmaker for rescuing memories and
memorabilia before they were lost forever.
In 2012, the Roanoke music community held a musical
benefit to help defray the costs associated with cancer
treatments for both Herschel and his wife, Joyce. When
Rick’s family mentioned the event to him, his “spidey
sense” told him to be there. Not being a jet-setting Hollywood producer (yet), Rick opted to take a commercial
flight to Roanoke where he filmed most of the documentary — as they say in show biz — on location. Being right
there in the thick of things allowed him to capture very
special moments and to talk to some pretty important
folks about Herschel and his impact on the music world.
Featuring performances by Del McCoury, the Seldom
Scene, and The Travelers to name a few, this film is
packed with great music and commentary from musicians
who played with, and/or were influenced by Herschel
Sizemore. The list of those interviewed reads like a
Who’s Who of Bluegrass.
I was particularly excited that he was able to include a
rare video clip from Herschel in his heyday when he
played with the Shenandoah Valley Cut-ups. Watching
Herschel tuck into a tune with his open style of chording
reminded me, once again, why I love this music!
Rick’s insightful interview techniques got Herschel talking about the moment when he first knew he was going to play the
mandolin. He also got Herschel to reveal some insights about his most famous tune, Rebecca; like how he came up with
the “crooked measure” associated with this bluegrass favorite. Herschel confessed, “I played what I had in my head.” All
I can say is, “Wow!”
John Lawless of Bluegrass Today nailed it during his on-screen interview when he said that Herschel represented, “the
first real departure from what Bill Monroe did with the mandolin.” Herschel was the bridge between the Monroe-style and
the style of today. His picking is described variously as “elegant, concise, clean, driven”, and I certainly agree. But what
really hit home for me was David Grisman’s comment that Herschel had, “just kinda that sparkle and perfection.”
This film contains a nice balance of performances from the benefit concert and interviews with fellow musicians, combined with archival footage/photos of Herschel and conversations with the man himself. It’s an amazing piece of work
that perfectly captures his “sparkle”.
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April 2014
Bluegrass in Tinseltown by James Reams (continued)
So, here’s where you – the viewer –
comes in. Films like this don’t get
made for free, especially films that
require the purchase of music rights! I
oughta know because that’s what I
ran up against when making the Pioneers film. Neither of these films will
show up on the marquee of your local
movie theater nor make their way to
distribution through Netflix or cable
TV. I have no delusions of being
nominated for an Oscar. Probably the
closest I’ll come to that is eating an
Oscar Meyer wiener at a screening!
We need a grass roots movement
among bluegrass lovers everywhere
to support these filmmaking efforts.
Just as Christian movies are finally
gaining credibility and getting better
with each effort, bluegrass films can
reach new heights and break down
barriers across generations, genres,
and global boundaries.
Rick and I are offering screenings of
our films (with personal appearances
for Q&A when possible) to bluegrass
associations worldwide. Take advantage of this opportunity! We’ve got
all kinds of stories about making
these films that will entertain you for
at least as long as a TV sitcom…and
we won’t even patch in a laugh track!
If you’ve seen either of these films,
send us your comments, good and
bad! We learn from one, and are inspired by the other. Talk to your
friends and fellow musicians. Encourage them to see these films. Ask your
association, or even your church, to
schedule a screening. Order copies
of the films to give as gifts or as prizes at local events. Interview us or
write a review for your association’s newsletter. And for you media gluttons, post information on Facebook and other
social media like Twitter. It’s all about getting the word out.
Bluegrass has always been a “word of mouth” kind of community. Help us spread the word, and hopefully inspire more
filmmakers to consider bluegrass music for their next project. Together we can preserve this rich heritage for future generations.
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Contact Rick Bowman at backyardgreenfilms@gmail.com for screenings or comments. Additional information about
Herschel Sizemore: Mandolin in B can be found at http://www.backyardgreenfilms.com. You can reach James
Reams at james@jamesreams.com. For more information about his film, Making History with Pioneers of Bluegrass,
check out his website http://www.jamesreams.com and click the Pioneers menu to see the film trailer, reviews, and
more. This article previously appeared as part of CBAontheweb’s Welcome column.
April 2014
Volunteers needed to work the Festival ABA booth!
To sign up or get more information, please contact
Mike Langley (mike@arizonabluegrass.com).
THANK YOU!
April 2014
Bonnie's “PICKS”
by
Bonnie Williams (azgrasslover@yahoo.com)
Hello Bluegrass Friends It's hard to believe, but Blue Highway has had the same five members for all of their 20 years together. The Game, their latest release, is their best yet, highlighting everything good about this
band. While the personnel are stellar singers and pickers in their own right, (i.e. — member Rob
Ickes is 15 times IBMA Dobro player of the year), band cohesion, vocal versatility, and songwriting are what got my attention on this CD. Tim Stafford, Shawn Lane, Rob Ickes, Jason Burleson,
and Wayne Taylor each pulls his own weight in this self-described democracy, whether writing,
singing, soloing, or merely supporting the band 'brothers'. The song, Remind Me of You, is one
that I find brilliant. From chord progression, bass line, tempo, to vocals, I play this song repeatedly, never seeming to get enough of it. Other standouts for me include My Last Day in the Mine, A
Change of Faith in Tennessee, and All the Things You Do. Celebrating 20 years as a band, Blue
Highway has made its mark, and shows us why it’s at the top of their game.
Irene Kelley. Ever hear of her? Me neither…until now. Pennsylvania Coal is her newest
release and her sound is fantastic! To my ears, she sounds like a mixture of Claire Lynch with a
dash of Suzy Boggess and a pinch of Joey Feek (Joey and Rory), but judge for yourself after
hearing her. You can listen to clips at her website, http://www.irenekelley.com/. Throw around
names like Alan Jackson, Trisha Yearwood, Rhonda Vincent, Ricky Skaggs, Loretta Lynn, and
you know Irene is a good songwriter when they've recorded her songs. Add Carl Jackson, Jerry
Salley, Dale Ann Bradley, Steve Gulley, and other bluegrass names to the mix, and you know Irene has a good voice, enough to command the best pickers. Add her writing and singing together,
and you have Irene Kelley's Pennsylvania Coal, her first album in over 10 years. Pay particular
attention to the 'song-by-song' piece on her website, in which she shares the thoughts behind the
words. Once you hear her, you won't forget her!
If you keep up with Junior Sisk and Rambler's Choice, you may know the name of banjo player,
Jason Davis. Davis, just 23 years old, reads and sounds like a veteran, having played with
Kenny and Amanda Smith Band, BlueRidge, and Grass Towne. Second Time Around, his second solo album, could easily be passed up if you didn't know his name. For now, I'll call it a
'sleeper', but I think you'll be hearing more from this young man. While known for his solid banjo
work, this isn't just a banjo album, although there are some excellent banjo tunes. He has assembled a nice variety of musicians, both known and not so known, and obviously spent some
time in choosing both the vocalists and material. As Jason says, he “wanted to cut a bluegrass
album that he would enjoy playing on.” Especially interesting is the cover of Oh, Death. Look for
this album on Mountain Fever Records at http://mountainfever.com/releases/jason-davis/.
Please send comments and questions to me at azgrasslover@yahoo.com.
April 2014
April 2014
My Life in Jam Pak
by
Alan Francisco Dominguez Moreno
Alan joined Jam Pak when he was seven years old and in the second grade. As has been my experience several times with Jam
Pak, we had so many children that I couldn't think of taking one more. But here was this little boy waiting outside for his brother,
Jorge, to finish Jam Pak practice. Alan seems born to play guitar. The older Jam Pak members (including Carlos Saldana, Neil,
Francisco Briseno, and Thalia Arviso) taught him how to play. But mostly, he learned by watching and listening. He also has
found his voice and can sing lead. Now at eleven years of age and in the fifth grade, he's a great student, plays good trumpet in
the school band, plays soccer, and is a fine friend to everyone. His brother, Jorge (some will remember his good mandolin playing), has returned to Mexico but still plays his mandolin every day. The gift of music is not lost or forgotten.
Anni Beach
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My name is Alan Francisco Dominguez Moreno and I have been here in the US for four years. I'll never forget how I
joined Jam Pak. It all started like this: One day, my mom told my brother Jorge to pick me up from school. But Jorge
had Jam Pak practice, so he decided to take me. When we got there, I stayed outside in the heat while Jorge was inside having an amazing time. Then Mrs. Beach went outside to see if anyone else was coming and she saw me. At
first she didn't know who I was, but then I told her that I was Jorge's little brother. So she invited me into her house.
While I was in Mrs. Beach's house, my brother asked why I was in there and I told him that Mrs. Beach let me in. He
offered me some food but I said that I wasn't hungry. So he just told me to stay seated and that’s what I did. Mrs.
Beach then called on Jorge and had a talk with him. After Mrs. Beach had that talk with Jorge, she told me to sit in the
back row and be quiet or sing. Throughout the whole practice I sat doing nothing. When practice was over, Mrs. Beach
asked me what kind of instrument I wanted to play and I said, “guitar”.
Mrs. Beach gave me a weird-shaped guitar, but I played it. I played it for about a year and then I switched to another
one. The guitar I play now is a Silvertone from the 1940’s. I like how it feels and sounds. After many years of being in
this amazing band I got a trophy for learning my seven bluegrass songs and another one for learning my seven bluegrass skills. I seemed to learn how to play pretty fast, so I joined with three other Jam Pak kids and made a band
called The Young and Restless. Then I got the amazing chance to play lead guitar in the Cabin John band with Howard Anderson, Thalia Arviso, and Mrs. Beach. One of my best things yet was to be invited to play a couple of songs
with James Reams and The Barnstormers. That was at Fiddler's Dream Coffee House last November.
I have a lot of fun being in Jam Pak — performing, teaching the other kids, and just hanging out. There's always lots to
do. And I want to say thank you to everyone who helps with our music.
April 2014
JAM SCHEDULE – Art Wirtz
Please submit additions, corrections, etc. to Art at abajamcalendar@gmail.com
Sundays 3rd of the month
Elks Club Jam, Apache Junction, AZ (October – April). The 3rd Sunday of April falls on Easter Sunday so this event is canceled.
This jam will resume again in October. Contact: Jan Zale 602-619-4163 for more information.
Mondays all
7:00 pm—8:30 pm, Monday Night Melodies, Peoria Main Library, 8463 W. Monroe St., Peoria 85345. Free Performance Concert Series
(not a jam). Public is welcome. Acoustic Instruments preferred. Contact: Sandra Austin 623-972-3021. Three 30-minute performances.
1st and 3rd of the month
7:00 pm Bill Johnson’s Big Apple Jam, 16810 N. 19th Ave, Phoenix, AZ. All skill levels, prefer traditional bluegrass instruments and songs.
Contact: Tim McCoy pmbluegrass@gmail.com YL
2nd and 4th of the month
6:30 pm Scottsdale Jam, Granite Reef Senior Center,1700 N. Granite Reef Road. Contact: Pricilla Harp pricillaharp@gmail.com
480-219-2510, Cell-480-612-5963, or Debi Duvall debiduvall@cox.net 480-600-0606. All experience levels and all instruments. YL
Tuesdays all
1st and 3rd of the month
6:30 pm Acoustic Jams, Peoria Main Library, 8463 W. Monroe St. Peoria, AZ. Contact: Ernie Winterkorn, 602-942-7417.
6:00 pm Shalimar Jam, 2032 E. Golf Ave., Tempe, AZ. Contact: Dan Stone 480-213-8747 drrug@cox.net Acoustic only, all experience levels,
traditional Bluegrass YL
4th of the month
6:30-7:45 Sing-alongs and local bands, 12034 N. Clubhouse Square, Youngstown, AZ. (come up 111 th St. to Alabama then turn West)
Contact: Paul Wilson 623-939-2406. All experience levels, Acoustic only; Country, Bluegrass, and Gospel. YL except Dec. June, July, Aug.
5th of the month
5:30 – 8:30 5th Tuesday Jam at the Stones - Potluck and Jam. 2512 South Bala Dr., Tempe. Contact: Dan Stone drrug@cox.net (does not include a jam on December 31); acoustic only, traditional bluegrass.
Wednesdays all
1:00 pm – 3:30pm Pyle Adult Recreation Center, SW Corner of Rural and Southern; Bluegrass, Country, Gospel, and Folk. All experience
levels. Contact: David Bernstein 480-234-6350 dnbernstein@gmail.com YL
6:00 pm Wednesday Jam, 11596 Sierra Dawn Blvd., Surprise, AZ. Contact: Bob Tobias 623-933-4057. All experience levels, acoustic only, open
to any song choice.
6:00 pm Phoenix/Hootenanny Jam, The Beatitudes Campus, Luther Life Center, 1610 West Glendale Ave. Phoenix (Directions at guard gate
on Glendale Ave. North Side); 6pm-Round Robin Jam; everyone welcome; 7pm-Individual Performances (Professional entertainers
scheduled by the Beaded Lizard Folk Musicians. Contact: Igor Glenn 602-315-1525.
Last of the month
6:00 pm Glendale Library Jam, 5959 W. Brown Road, Glendale , AZ (in the large meeting room) Contact: Ivy 623-930-3573.
Thursdays
Fridays
All
4:30 PM – 8 PM Open mic format. American Legion Dining Hall 99th Ave Just North of Peoria Ave. American Legion has food available (steaks,
fish fry) 4:30 – 6:30. Contact: Gene Burkhart 623-939-0141 genoshug@aol.com, or Jackie Thomas 623-815-2308 jjallen3@cox.net YL
9:00-1130 am Pyle Adult Recreation Center Jam, 655 East Southern Tempe, AZ (SW corner of Rural and Southern, enter from Southern)
Globe Room. Contact: David Bernstein 480 234 6350 dnbernstein@gmail.com . All instruments welcome, but no amplification.
All experience levels. All types of songs. YL
2nd of the month
6:00 pm Knights of Columbus Jam, 8066 N 49th Ave, Glendale, AZ. Fish fry begins at 5:00 pm or you can order off the menu. Contact: Rick or
Leslie Rhodes 602-768-0478 or 602-565-3285. Acoustic instruments, primarily for Intermediate to Advanced Pickers, but Beginners are
always welcome and encouraged.
3rd of the month
7:00 pm Gilbert Jam, First Methodist Church, 331 South Cooper Road, Room 142, Gilbert, AZ Contact Marty Province Music@gilbertumc.org
All instruments okay, but mainly acoustic; all experience levels, all types of songs. Sept.- May. Park in east parking lot behind church.
Saturdays
2nd and 4th of the month
9:30 am Sun Lakes Cottonwood Jam, 25630 S. Brentwood Dr. Chandler, AZ (also known as Sun Lakes). In the Phoenix Room. Contact: Rich
Mente 480-802-1164. Intermediate and Advanced players only. Acoustic bluegrass instruments. Primarily traditional Bluegrass songs. YL.
1st 2nd, 4th and 5th of the month
2:00 pm Beginner/Intermediate Jam, 7635 N. 31st. Ave in Phoenix. Contact: Tom or Susan Leach 602-451-5967.
6:30 pm Sing Alongs and local Bands, 12034 N. Clubhouse Square, Youngstown, AZ. Contact: Paul Wilson 623-939-2406.
3rd of the month
Noon—3:30p AZ Pickers and Grinners Jam, Performer and Round Robin, 2802 E. Devonshire, Phoenix, AZ. Contact: Andy Hurlbut 602-4370811
4th of the month
9:00 am—Noon; Phoenix Mountain Dulcimer Group and Jam, Metrocenter Mall, 9617 N. Metro Parkway W., Phoenix 85051, Community
Room (located next to the food court). Beginner to Advanced; all instruments welcome, YL. Contact: Mike McClure 602-739-4577,
mcclurem@earthlink.net.
April 2014
Upcoming Festivals & Events Schedule
APRIL
April 12-13 — Marana Bluegrass Festival, Ora Mae Harn Park, 13250 N. Lon Adams Road,
Marana, AZ. Entry fee each day -$12.00, and a weekend pass is available for $20.00. Children under the age of 12 are free with an adult. The Festival’s opening ceremonies start at
9:45AM both days. More details at www.maranafestival.com.
April 26 — High Country Bluegrass Festival, 10a-6p. Held at Arcosanti (Northeast of Cordes Junction at I-17 and Highway 69). Info at www.arizonahighway69chamber.org.
Canceled — Benson Bluegrass Festival, Benson,AZ.
JUNE
June 13-15 — Huck Finn Jubilee, Cucamonga-Guasti Regional Park, Ontario CA. Del McCoury
Band, Sam Bush, Rhonda Vincent, Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver, Junior Sisk & Ramblers Choice,
The Boxcars, Chris Jones & the Night Drivers, and more. www.huckfinn.com.
AUGUST
Canceled — High Pines Festival, Pinetop, AZ.
SEPTEMBER
September 12-14, Pickin’ in the Pines Bluegrass & Acoustic Music Festival, Ft.Tuthill County Park,
Flagstaff, AZ. Info at http://pickininthepines.org/.
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