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April 29, 2013

This has been a quick month for the SCD boys and girl. We’ve enjoyed a lot of private work, but it is time to get back out in public. I do apologize for neglecting the emails these past few weeks, but the old "steam powered computer-plane" did not want to cooperate. I had to do some organizing on my end so if I have added you to this list against your will, please send me a quick response and I will remove you from the list. On the other hand, if know anyone who would like to receive information about live music in Caldwell County and beyond please send me their contact information.

I will be filling in for Michael Reno Harrell on Tuesday, April 30 at the Comet Grill in Charlotte, NC. The band will be Tom Kuhn, Dale Meyer, Jack Lawrence and me. The group is known as Red Rocking Chair and they have entertained Comet audiences every Tuesday for nigh on seven years. In addition to this Tuesday, April 30 I’ll be playing the Comet Grill for the next few weeks as well. I’ll be there on May 7, 14, and 21. The Comet is "home away from home" for musicians and patrons. Those folks have tremendous hospitality. You’ll never meet a friendlier staff
and you’ll always receive a warm welcome from the Comet regulars.

We play from 8:30 pm until 11:30 pm. Hope to see you there.

We have a big show featuring Pat Kelleher on Wednesday, May 1 in the 1841 Café (formerly Sweet T’s) in downtown Lenoir. Pat is a native of County Cork, Ireland, and lives here on the Internet. He will be performing with his son Ricky. Their folk music from the “old country” is filled with love and humor. Kay and I will be on hand for technical and immoral support. The music starts around 7 pm. Don’t forget the fine food and beverage selection at 1841 Café. Here is a message from Tony and Jennie Deal:

 

Free Irish Folk Concert

Wednesday, May 1 in Lenoir

Pat & Ricky Kelleher are visiting Lenoir from County Cork Ireland and are staying with us. Pat and his 16-year-old son Ricky are entertaining Irish folk singers who have agreed to perform a Irish Folk concert at the 1841 Café in downtown Lenoir on Wednesday May 1st at 7:00 pm. The concert will include Irish folk songs, historic explanations of the songs and audience sing -a-longs. Donations (tips) are welcomed. Honor your Irish ancestors, come join us.

— Tony and Jennie.

 

Many years ago our dear friend Jim Bales gave us a ring on the telephone and recommended that we check out RFD-TV.

We are forever grateful to Jim for that call. We now enjoy the Marty Stuart Show on a weekly basis as well as vintage footage of the Porter Wagoner Show. I know we have quite a few Marty Stuart fans in this area and the good news is that he is coming to Lenoir on May 4. Yes indeed boys and girls, Marty Stuart and the Fabulous Superlatives will perform in the J. E. Broyhill Civic Center on Saturday, May 4 at 7:30 pm. Check this website for more information about Marty. Find out about tickets at this one.

I'll be playing with Mark Bumgarner and Jaret Carter in Blowing Rock this Friday, May 3. Read all about it. This is a free concert on the lawn with a full beverage service and a lot of fresh air. The music is from 5:30 pm until 8 pm. Mark performs a lot of fine original material and some classic covers as well.

I would like to plug the Hometown Opry presented on Friday, May 10 from 7 am until 9 pm in Main Street Music and Loan, 302 Main Street North Wilkesboro. Mike Palmer and his staff will welcome Wayne Henderson and Friends for a live radio pickin’ and comedy show. Mike is a wonderful musician in his own right and he provides an intimate venue for music that is second to none. The
show is free and open to the public.

The SCD boys and girl will perform for the annual Communities in Schools fundraiser Celebrate the Children - A Taste of Caldwell County on Friday, May 17 at 6 pm in the Cedar Rock Country Club.
Please support these folks and their efforts. Some details on the web.

Please contact me if you need more information on any of the shows.

Thank you for supporting live music.

Keep 'em in tune boys and girls,

Paddy

 

Americana Stage,
a note from Clint Barnard

We have a special treat coming up on May 11. As it turns out, there is a Jazz Weekend planned in Morganton that weekend and we had to leave the Grind for the event. We wish them well! Katie and I have been looking at the possibility of doing a house
concert at our home for a long time and Saturday May 11 is the date for our first one. The Group is Harpeth Rising...