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July 12 Events

Butte Folk Music Society has t-shirts for sale at $10 in sizes L and XL, natural color (light beige) and a darker green/brown with a colorful logo. Get yours now. More info at 895-1952 by leaving message or email novakd42@aol.com.
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Saturday, August 7,   2 PM -   5 PM:     Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday (1st Saturday) per month at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!! Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Saturday, August 14, 1 PM -- 3 PM (note new summer hours):   Music Circle at Augie's (230 Salem St., Chico, 894-3764) second Saturday of the month. . Bring your instruments and musical energy to the acoustic music circle -- folk, bluegrass, old timey, etc. Meet local musicians to play, sing or just enjoy. Tell your friends!!! For more info contact David at 530-872-2084. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Saturday, July 17, 1 PM -- 3 PM (note new summer hours): Old Time music jam, at Augie's (230 Salem, Chico) hosted by Michael Springer, old time fiddler. This event is set to happen on the 3rd Saturday of each month. Encouraging those who play clawhammer banjo, fiddle, or guitar to come participate. Listeners are always welcome. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment. For those who might want to "get a leg up" for the Old Time jam repertoire, Michael has tunes posted at these sites:
http://c1.ezfolk.com/bands/1088/index.php
http://www.fiddlehangout.com/myhangout/music.asp?id=486
Also check out http://www.folkjam.org/ . It's a database of folk jam sessions connected to Google maps.
To see the Butte County events currently listed on folkjam go to:
http://www.folkjam.org/local/map?geostart=39.721/-121.819&radius=50
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Saturday, (4th Saturday) 2 PM - 4:45 PM:  NO JAM THROUGH THE SUMMER. WILL RESUME SEPTEMBER 25.    Bluegrass Jam at Augie's (2nd St. & Salem, Chico) on the 4th Saturday of the month. People who play mandolin, banjo, guitar, fiddle, dobro, bass, and bluegrass harmonica are encouraged to come and jam with us. People who like to sing bluegrass songs, or listen to bluegrass, or simply want to know what the heck bluegrass IS are encouraged to come. We encourage folks to bring songs and tunes of the "founding fathers" of bluegrass-- Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Stanley Brothers, Osborne Brothers, Jim & Jesse--as well as "second generation" bands. Hosted by Lucy, California Bluegrass Association N. CA Area Activities Vice President. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment.
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Wednesday, July 14, 7 PM: SISKIYOU SUMMIT BLUEGRASS BAND plays at the Mosquito Serenade City of Anderson Concerts in the Anderson River Park. Free. Band members are Glenn Freese, Jeff Jones, Crystal Reeves, Rick Nelson, & Bob Evoniuk (some are former members of FOXFIRE).

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Thursday through Saturday, July 23 -- 25: SIERRA STORYTELLING FESTIVAL celebrating 25th year anniversary. Held on the grounds of the North Columbia Schoolhouse Cultural Center (17894 Tyler Foote Rd., Nevada City, CA, 530-265-2826). www.sierrastorytellingfestival.org. Storytelling by award-winning masters!!

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ongoing: Fridays, 6 PM dinner and happy hour and
Sundays, 2 PM - 6 PM: RICH & KENDALL COUNTRY SHOWCASE. Enjoyable afternoon of live semi-acoustic Country-Folksy-Rootsy music at Scotty's on the river. Information at 530-514-2526.
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Friday, August 13 at 6:30 PM – The Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic invites you to The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road. There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. We especially welcome fans, families, students and performers . This is a special place for sharing and showcasing talent.
Ragtime! Folk! Country! Bluegrass! Blues! Cajun! Fiddle Tunes! Boogie-Woogie! Jazz! Gypsy Jazz! Classical!
Join us for an evening of music from the mid 1800 to 1950 and acoustic music that fits in with the sound of this era at the Ragtime and Tin Pan Alley Open Mic. Besides lots of singing, we’ve had piano, guitar, violin/fiddle, mandolin, banjo, uke, bass, organ, harmonica, accordion, clarinet and sax. Performances are held to the 10 minute rule. Brief historical presentations about the era’s music and/or composers are encouraged. Contact: Bob or Bernie LoFaso 894-6854 b_lofaso@hotmail.com or ragtimeandtinpanalley@hotmail.com
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Bernie Pardon LoFaso – Ragtime Compositions Volume One is now for sale at the Music Connection, 973 East Ave. Chico.
This $15 book contains eleven of her compositions in piano scores, lead sheets and a midi CD; individual CD is $10. .
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Thursday, August 5, 7 PM - 9 PM: Like to sing for fun? Our Rise Up Singing Circle meets the first Thursday of each month at the Chico Friends Meeting House (corner of 16th St. and Hemlock, Chico). Rise Up Singing is a compilation by Annie Patterson and Peter Blood of great songs for group singing--words only, tunes will be taught. We have some extra books to lend. Musical instruments are welcome as are songs not in the Rise Up Singing Book. Call Leslie Howard, 530 891 0750 if you would like directions or more information.
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At the Sierra Nevada Big Room: TICKETS ON SALE at the Sierra Nevada Pub or by phone at 530-345-2739. Tickets on sale one month before each of these shows. CHECK THE WEBSITE www.sierranevada.com for details about the upcoming concerts.

~~Thursday, July 15: BASKERY -- Swedish ladies playing punkgrass on acoustic instruments;

~~Tuesday, July 20: PAUL THORN -- Southern soul/rock with the dance floor open;

~~Monday, July 26: IVAN NEVILLE'S DUMPSTAPHUNK;

~~Tuesday, August 10: SHEMEKIA COPELAND BAND -- "Blues Entertainer of the Year";

~~Monday, August 16: TOMMY CASTRO.

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Even more information about what's happening in and around this area at guzzettigazette.com . Check it out and sign up. (That's David Guzzetti!!!!!!)
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CAFE FLO (365 East 6th Street, Chico, 530.402.7121, www.cafeflo.net) events:

every 4th Thursday @ 7-10 pm (sign-up starts at 6:30 pm) CAFE FLO OPEN MIC.
All Ages. No cover. Bring your instrument and strut your stuff or just come for a listen. (4th Thursday of month).

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Every 1st Sunday of the Month: Northern California Harp Ring meets at various homes in Chico. Anyone who plays any kind of harp, or is interested in learning to play the harp, is welcome. Contact Janice at 530-893-8026 or nchr@sbcglobal.net or website at www.ncharpring.com
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Chico Ukulele group meets the first Tuesday of every month at Trinity Methodist Church on Flume between 5th and 6th streets. We start at 6:30 PM and usually end at around 8:30 or 9. Everyone is welcome, even if they don't have an instrument. (we have some extras). We love beginners and our emphasis is on fun!
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Saturday, September 18: Weaverville Open Old Time Fiddle Contest at the Trinity Alps Performing Arts Center, Weaverville, CA.

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Thursday - Saturday, October 21 - 23: Western Open Fiddle Contest at the Tehama Co. Fairgrounds, Red Bluff, CA. More info at the link for the District 6 Old TIme Fiddlers Assoc. website. Lots of fiddling, jamming, and dance events.

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Every 4th Sunday of the Month: 1 PM - 3:30 PM: The Oldtime Fiddlers Association holds an open mic/jam at the Oroville Municipal Auditorium, Oroville. Information at 530-589-5841 or 589-4844. Membership encouraged but you don't have to be a member to join in or come listen.
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Oaksong Music Society & Bernie's Guitar concert series:
Oaksong web page at www.oaksongs.org .

Gray Pine Farm tickets are now on sale at Bernie's Guitar and the Oak Run Country Store. Online ticket sales are still not available until our new Website is up and tested, with hope that will be soon.
The Gray Pine Farm schedule:
~~July 17 - Jeffrey Broussard and The Creole Cowboys; very nice dance floor and if more room is needed use the lawn! We have a special all you can eat Cajun meal planned as well.

You are welcome to bring your own picnic dinner and refreshments and kids 16 and under are free to the concert, but not the meal. Oak Run is 10 to 12 degrees cooler than the valley and our evenings are spectacular! So bring your lawn chair, light jacket, flashlight and your dancin' shoes for a really fun time! Plenty of Free Parking, RV's welcome and overnight dry camping is just fine. Remember no fires or BBQ's. Gates open at 5 PM; dinner starts at 6PM and the concert at 7:30PM.

----Menu: Pulled Smoked Pork, Shrimp, Grilled Chicken, Red Beans & Rice, Chicken Gumbo, Corn on the Cob, Watermelon, Cabbage Slaw, Rolls, Iced Tea and Punch.     Tickets: $25 Concert Only, $40 with all you can eat dinner, Youth (5-11) dinner is $7 and Student (12-16) dinner $15.   Tickets are available at Bernie's Guitar, 3086 Bechelli Lane, Redding 530-223-2040 and the Oak Run Country Store 530-472-1029 and online at www.oaksongs.org.
~~August 7 - Laurie Lewis & The West Coast Right Hands along with John Reischman & The Jaybirds;
~~August 21 - Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas;
~~Sept 18 - Annual Luau with Bill Tapia and special guests Mihana, Bernie Baker & Bruce Calin and Weldon Kekauoha Trio.
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HOUSER'S MUSIC ACOUSTIC/BLUEGRASS CAMP: Two different sessions, enrollment fee $100.
2nd session Aug 2nd- Aug12th, 6-8pm
Offering lessons for beginning to advanced. guitar,fiddle,mandolin, banjo, dobro,bass.
How to Jam with others. For more info contact Houser's Music 533-9336 (Space limited).

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~~CALIFORNIA COAST MUSIC CAMP, July 11 – 17, & 18 -24: Sierra Nevada Gold Country, www.musiccamp.org/cba
~~CALIFORNIA WORLDFEST. Thursday July 15 to Sunday July 18, at the Grass Valley Fairgrounds at 11228 McCourtney Road. Another great line-up by Chico’s dynamic Duo, Dan DeWayne and Christine Meyers. Check it out at www.worldfest.net or call 530-891-4098.
~~SCOTT VALLEY BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL, in Etna, CA July 16 - 18:. Chico band, Borderline, will be one of the performers at this festival. Fun, low-key festival in a beautiful setting! www.scottvalleybluegrass.com
~~LIGHTHOUSE MARINA CAMPOUT in Isleton, August 2 - 8: Campouts are great opportunities to just meet other bluegrassers! Note: reservations required for camping spots. www.lighthouseresortandmarina.com
~~GOOD OLD FASHIONED BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL in Bolado Park near Hollister, Aug. 13 to Aug 15. San Benito County Fairgrounds. Chico’s California Borderline will be playing here as well. For the rest of the line-up, and more info, www.harmonspeak.com. Or call 650-856-6445.
~~BLUEGRASSIN’ IN THE FOOTHILLS, PLYMOUTH, CA. Sept. 17-19. Small dynamic festival, especially for jammin’ at the Amador Co. Fairgrounds! Include 14 national, California, & regional bands. Contact: www.landspromotions.com or call Larry Baker at 209-785-4693.

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August 20 - 22: Golden Old Time Camp Out presented by the California Bluegrass Assoc. and the Sonoma Co. Folk Society with the Berkeley Old Time Music Convention. Three days of camping, workshops, jamming, Saturday night square dance at the Mendocino County Fairgrounds, Boonville, CA on Hwy 128. Further info at www.socofoso.com, www.cbaontheweb.org, or contact Mark Hogan at

707-829-8012 or hogiemoon@comcast.net.

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Friday, August 6, 6:30 PM: Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic is proud to present Keith Taylor in a Music By The Lake Concert . This concert, "A Journey Through Ragtime" is open to the public for no charge at The Terraces 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, Chico. The nearest cross street is Bruce Road. Bernie 530 894-6854 b_lofaso@hotmail.com RagtimeandTinPanAlley@hotmail.com

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KRBS-LP, Oroville Community Radio is now streaming audio and video. You can tune in on the web at http://www.radiobirdstreet.org/. Live they are at 107.1 and 95.9. Not available on FM outside the Oroville area.
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GORDY OHLIGER ~~ Banjologist: PBS -Other PBS affiliate stations across the country will different air-dates//next in line is Redding KIXE Ch 9.
You can also stream the documentary from www.kvie.org/viewfinder any time.
A DVD of the program is available from Gordy's web site.
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U. UTAH PHILLIPS passed away on May 23, 2008. Please support his movement and his music by purchasing his cds and books. More information at http://www.utahphillips.org .
~~~There is a 2-disc memorial to Utah Phillips. The CD is listed by Righteous Babe at a VERY reasonable
$15.98 and if you buy directly from Righteous Babe Records, all the proceeds will go to the benefit!. You can call them at 1-800-ON-HER-OWN and ask for the Utah tribute – item number RBR065-2-CD .
Even better, you can e-mail them at store@righteousbabe.com.
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Instruction for beginning violin-players! I teach the basics, including both how to play by "ear", as well as note-reading. Classical, Celtic, Country, and Bluegrass are just a few of the styles that I teach. Call at (530) 345-8690, and ask for Rebekah.
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Bluegrass, Folk, Swing and Celtic lessons by Sid Lewis on banjo, guitar, mandolin, bass, dobro and drums! Students get CD's of each lesson and custom sheet music...the funnest lessons anywhere! Call the Acoustic College at (530) 894-2526 or visit www.acousticcollege.com.
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Guitar lessons for beginning or near-beginning players. Information: Call (530) 345-2479 and ask for Terry.
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Ukuleles play any kind of music--and ukulele players always have fun! Join local ukulele players (and wannabe ukulele players) at the monthly meeting of Ukuleles of Paradise held 6:30 to 8:15 on the second Thursday of every month at Craig Memorial Congregational Church, 5665 Scottwood, Paradise. A free 30-minute beginner's lesson starts the meeting and newbies will be able to play three chord songs (not necessarily right on tempo!) by the time the regular meeting and playing starts at 7 pm. Find out more at http://ukuleletonya.com/blog/ukuleles-of-paradise .
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~~~Gypsy Jazz Mailing List - Be notified of gypsy jazz and related events in Butte and Shasta County.
Sign up at www.pianofun.com/gypsyjazz
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Love Bluegrass?? Check the California Bluegrass Association website at www.cbaontheweb.org .
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KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web from their new studio. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link. In their 20th year of broadcast!!!!
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Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!
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Support the Butte Folk Music Society--become a member!! Individual membership at $15, family membership at $20, Silver Threads level at $35, Golden Needles level at $50. Send application and fee to address below.

June 11 Events

June 11 Addendum

NOTE: DUE TO AUGIE'S ALTERED SUMMER HOURS, times have changed for the following jams. This will continue at least through August. =======

Saturday, July 10, 1 PM -- 3 PM: Music Circle at Augie's (230 Salem St., Chico, 894-3764) second Saturday of the month. . Bring your instruments and musical energy to the acoustic music circle -- folk, bluegrass, old timey, etc. Meet local musicians to play, sing or just enjoy. Tell your friends!!! For more info contact David at 530-872-2084. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Saturday, June 19, 1 PM -- 3 PM: Old Time music jam, at Augie's (230 Salem, Chico) hosted by Michael Springer, old time fiddler. This event is set to happen on the 3rd Saturday of each month. Encouraging those who play clawhammer banjo, fiddle, or guitar to come participate. Listeners are always welcome. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment. For those who might want to "get a leg up" for the Old Time jam repertoire, Michael has tunes posted at these sites:
http://c1.ezfolk.com/bands/1088/index.php
http://www.fiddlehangout.com/myhangout/music.asp?id=486
Also check out http://www.folkjam.org/ . It's a database of folk jam sessions connected to Google maps.
To see the Butte County events currently listed on folkjam go to:
http://www.folkjam.org/local/map?geostart=39.721/-121.819&radius=50
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NO 4TH SATURDAY BLUEGRASS JAM AT AUGIE'S until September 25. Lucy is on vacation.

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ADAM MILLER, Folksinger, Storyteller and Autoharp Virtuoso concerts in our area:

~~Wednesday, June 16, 7 pm: Yuba County Library, Marysville, CA;

~~Thursday, June 17, 1 pm: Butte County Library, Chico, CA.

These concerts may be free or by donation during the concert. Check his website at

http://folksinging.org or email autoharper@earthlink.net

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Darla Novak for the Butte Folk Music Society

Butte Folk Music Society has t-shirts for sale at $10 in sizes L and XL, natural color (light beige) and a darker green/brown with a colorful logo. Get yours now. More info at 895-1952 by leaving message or email novakd42@aol.com.
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Saturday, July 3,   2 PM -   5 PM:   NO JAM THIS MONTH. WILL RESUME IN AUGUST.       Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday (1st Saturday) per month at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!! Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Saturday, June 12 , 2 - 5 PM:   Music Circle at Augie's (230 Salem St., Chico, 894-3764) second Saturday of the month. . Bring your instruments and musical energy to the acoustic music circle -- folk, bluegrass, old timey, etc. Meet local musicians to play, sing or just enjoy. Tell your friends!!! For more info contact David at 530-872-2084. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Saturday, June 19, 2 PM - 5 PM: Old Time music jam, at Augie's (230 Salem, Chico) hosted by Michael Springer, old time fiddler. This event is set to happen on the 3rd Saturday of each month. Encouraging those who play clawhammer banjo, fiddle, or guitar to come participate. Listeners are always welcome. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment. For those who might want to "get a leg up" for the Old Time jam repertoire, Michael has tunes posted at these sites:
http://c1.ezfolk.com/bands/1088/index.php
http://www.fiddlehangout.com/myhangout/music.asp?id=486
Also check out http://www.folkjam.org/ . It's a database of folk jam sessions connected to Google maps.
To see the Butte County events currently listed on folkjam go to:
http://www.folkjam.org/local/map?geostart=39.721/-121.819&radius=50
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Saturday, (4th Saturday) 2 PM - 4:45 PM:  NO JAM THROUGH THE SUMMER. WILL RESUME SEPTEMBER 25.    Bluegrass Jam at Augie's (2nd St. & Salem, Chico) on the 4th Saturday of the month. People who play mandolin, banjo, guitar, fiddle, dobro, bass, and bluegrass harmonica are encouraged to come and jam with us. People who like to sing bluegrass songs, or listen to bluegrass, or simply want to know what the heck bluegrass IS are encouraged to come. We encourage folks to bring songs and tunes of the "founding fathers" of bluegrass-- Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Stanley Brothers, Osborne Brothers, Jim & Jesse--as well as "second generation" bands. Hosted by Lucy, California Bluegrass Association N. CA Area Activities Vice President. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment.
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ongoing: Fridays, 6 PM dinner and happy hour and
Sundays, 2 PM - 6 PM: RICH & KENDALL COUNTRY SHOWCASE. Enjoyable afternoon of live semi-acoustic Country-Folksy-Rootsy music at Scotty's on the river. Information at 530-514-2526.
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Mossy Creek Bluegrass Band dates:

~~Saturday, June 26, 2 PM: the Banjo and Brews festival in Chester.

~~Sunday, July 4: at the Paradise Festival with Borderline and the Anderson Family..

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Friday, June 11 at 6:30 PM – The Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic invites you to The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road. There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. We especially welcome fans, families, students and performers . This is a special place for sharing and showcasing talent.
Ragtime! Folk! Country! Bluegrass! Blues! Cajun! Fiddle Tunes! Boogie-Woogie! Jazz! Gypsy Jazz! Classical!
Join us for an evening of music from the mid 1800 to 1950 and acoustic music that fits in with the sound of this era at the Ragtime and Tin Pan Alley Open Mic. Besides lots of singing, we’ve had piano, guitar, violin/fiddle, mandolin, banjo, uke, bass, organ, harmonica, accordion, clarinet and sax. Performances are held to the 10 minute rule. Brief historical presentations about the era’s music and/or composers are encouraged. Contact: Bob or Bernie LoFaso 894-6854 b_lofaso@hotmail.com or ragtimeandtinpanalley@hotmail.com
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Bernie Pardon LoFaso – Ragtime Compositions Volume One is now for sale at the Music Connection, 973 East Ave. Chico.
This $15 book contains eleven of her compositions in piano scores, lead sheets and a midi CD; individual CD is $10. .
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Saturday & Sunday, June 12 & 13, 9 AM -- 3 PM: OLD TIME MUSIC at The PATRICK RANCH MUSEUM THRESHING BEE.   Live music throughout the weekend from the flatbed truck stage under the trees. Ride the free trolley from Downtown Chico to the Ranch and enjoy a day at the Country Faire -- activities include an Artisan Faire, House Tours, Art Exhibit, Sheep Dog Demonstrations, Draft Horse
Pulled Farm Equipment, Vintage Gasoline Engines, Children's Activities, Bee Demonstrations, and Live Music all weekend long.
Saturday: The Wild Mountaineers (9 AM); Dogwood; Fools Rush In;   Rainbow
Ranch; Ruby Hollow; Mill Creek Risin'; The Try Tones; Vague Malaise;
and simplewheel.   Sunday: The Harmonaires; Coyote House; Just Off
Normal; The Railflowers; Good Luck, Tumwater; The Stumpjumperz; David Bilinski; Shanks Pony; and Kevin & Bob. Call 342-4359 or see www.PatrickRanchMuseum.org for more information about the Faire. Admission $7 per person.

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Saturday, June 12, 7 PM - 10 PM: Chico Country Dance Society presents Contra Dance at the Chico Grange Hall (2775 Nord Ave. at Rodeo Ave., near Henshaw. This is not on Hwy 32) every 2nd Saturday of the month. Fingerfood potluck at 6:30. Live Celtic dance music!
Contra is a traditional form of interactive dance with partners arranged usually in sets of opposing lines or in circles. Each dance is taught briefly and then called to music.
Admission: $8 adults, $7 members, children free, teens half price.
For more info call Mark or Grace (530) 877-2930. (The dance generally is suitable for those above age 8.
Parents are responsible to supervise the children they bring.)
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Thursday, July 1, 7 PM - 9 PM: Like to sing for fun? Our Rise Up Singing Circle meets the first Thursday of each month at the Chico Friends Meeting House (corner of 16th St. and Hemlock, Chico). Rise Up Singing is a compilation by Annie Patterson and Peter Blood of great songs for group singing--words only, tunes will be taught. We have some extra books to lend. Musical instruments are welcome as are songs not in the Rise Up Singing Book. Call Leslie Howard, 530 891 0750 if you would like directions or more information.
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every 4th Thursday @ 7-10 pm (sign-up starts at 6:30 pm) CAFE FLO OPEN MIC.
All Ages. No cover. Bring your instrument and strut your stuff or just come for a listen. (4th Thursday of month).

Blues News:
~~every Thursday, ongoing: Upper Ridge Blues Society hosts a weekly blues jam/open mic every Thursday at Lynn's Optimo, Paradise, 8 PM - 11 PM;
~~check updated info at www.midnightbluessociety.org .
~~Shasta Blues Society blues jam every Thursday @ LULU's, Pine @ Cypress Street., Redding, 6:30 PM to 10 PM.
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California State Old Time Fiddlers Association District 6: http://www.csotfa.org . Moving the Date and Moving the location. The jam will be held at the Sundial Bridge in Redding for the next 3 months. See you Sunday at the Sundial Bridge for the District 6 Monthly Jam. and join us for a fun day of music at the Sundial Bridge in Redding.
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Every 4th Sunday of the Month: 1 PM - 3:30 PM: The Oldtime Fiddlers Association holds an open mic/jam at the Oroville Municipal Auditorium, Oroville (note new location). Information at 530-589-5841 or 589-4844. Membership encouraged but you don't have to be a member to join in or come listen.
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Sunday, June 20, Noon -- 4 PM: "V" The Gypsy Cowbelle, a musician
from Wyoming will be playing at Scooter's (11975 Hiway 70 Jarbo Gap). Check her performance at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vmVCmOhh_uQ or

http://www.myspace.com/gypsycowbelle

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Monday, June 21, 7:30 PM (doors open at 6:30 PM): ANDY IRVINE performs Celtic music in the intimate setting of the O'Bryan's backyard. From Sweeney's Men in the mid sixties to the enormous success of Planxty in the 70s, to THE Irish super group, Patrick Street, in the 80s and on to be a member of Mozaik in the 21st century, Andy has been a world music pioneer and icon for traditional music and musicians. Check him out at www.andyirvine.com

Tickets are $20 and are available at Pullins Cyclery (801 Main St, Chico) or call 530 342 1055. We are limiting this show to just 100 tickets so don't be left out!

Please bring a blanket or low back folding chair as this is festival seating. Well attended children are encouraged to come and experience a great Celtic artist. Since this show takes place in our neighborhood we encourage you to walk, ride your bike or park at either Neal Dow School on Neal Dow and East 5th Ave. or In Motion Fitness on East First Ave to lessen the impacts on our neighbors, thanks! ....Steve O'Bryan

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Oaksong Music Society & Bernie's Guitar concert series:
Oaksong web page at www.oaksongs.org .

Gray Pine Farm tickets are now on sale at Bernie's Guitar and the Oak Run Country Store. Online ticket sales are still not available until our new Website is up and tested, with hope that will be soon.
The Gray Pine Farm schedule:
~~July 3 - The Infamous Stringdusters;
~~July 17 - Jeffrey Broussard and The Creole Cowboys;
~~August 7 - Laurie Lewis & The West Coast Right Hands along with John Reischman & The Jaybirds;
~~August 21 - Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas;
~~Sept 18 - Annual Luau with Bill Tapia and special guests Mihana, Bernie Baker & Bruce Calin and Weldon Kekauoha Trio.
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HOUSER'S MUSIC ACOUSTIC/BLUEGRASS CAMP: Two different sessions, enrollment fee $100.
1st session June 21st - July1st, 10:00am-Noon.
2nd session Aug 2nd- Aug12th, 6-8pm
Offering lessons for beginning to advanced. guitar,fiddle,mandolin, banjo, dobro,bass.
How to Jam with others. For more info contact Houser's Music 533-9336 (Space limited).

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Seven finalists will be chosen from all valid entries to play a set as part of a live competition on June 22 at one of Northern California’s top venues, the Sierra Nevada Big Room. The contest will be broadcast live on KZFR 90.1 FM and streamed over the internet at www.kzfr.org. The Grand Prize Winner will be invited to perform at the California World Music Festival on July 16. They will also receive eight hours of free studio recording time at the state-of-the-art Electric Canyon recording studio and a $500.00 gift certificate from the Music Connection in Chico. The outcome of the final competition will be decided by the Big Room audience and a special panel of judges. More information is available at www.kzfr.org or by calling 895-0706.

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Thursday thru Sunday, June 17 - 20: California Bluegrass Association 35th Anniversary Father's Day Bluegrass Festival at the Nevada Co. Fairground, Grass Valley. Performers include RHONDA VINCENT & THE RAGE, DIRK POWELL & RILEY BAUGUS, MICHAEL CLEVELAND & FLAMEKEEPER, RUSSELL MOORE & IIIRD TYME OUT, INFAMOUS STRING DUSTERS, JAMES KING BAND, KATHY KALLICK BAND, LAURIE LEWIS & THE RIGHT HANDS, G2 (from Sweden), BLUEGRASS PATRIOTS, HIGH COUNTRY, ANDERSON FAMILY BLUEGRASS, AND FRANK SOLIVAN & DIRTY KITCHEN (CBA Emerging Artist). Four days of family fun, jamming, workshops, Children's programs, Luthiers' Pavilion, Kids on Bluegrass, music & food vendors, camping on site and the best in Bluegrass and Old Time.

Bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating (audience area is a grassy lawn with trees).

More info on tickets and band schedule at www.cbaontheweb.org .

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Monday thru Wednesday, June 13 - 16: CBA Music Camp at the Nevada Co. Fairgrounds prior to the CBA's Father's Day Festival. Various levels of instruction on the bluegrass instruments taught by master bluegrass performers/instructors. For detailed class descriptions, etc. go to www.cbamusiccamp.org . On-line registration available. For more info email info@cbamusiccamp.org or call director Ingrid Noyes (after 9 AM) at 415-663-1342.

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upcoming festivals and campouts:

~~SUSANVILLE BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL. Friday June 25 to Sunday June 27 at the Lassen County Fairgrounds in Susanville. The site is nestled in a beautiful valley at 4200 feet elevation so you can be assured of beating the summer heat, & there are a wide range of outdoor activities for early arrivers. The main stage audience area is shaded all day, & the nights are warm & pleasant. There will be an air-conditioned room available for quilters. The fairgrounds have 75+ RV sites with electricity & water, & pets are allowed. One of the best things is the price: advance adult tickets for all three days are only $30 plus $10/night for RV or tent camping. The bands include some of the best in California: Rita Hosking, Dalton Mountain Gang, Chico’s own California Borderline, Shades of Blue, Anderson Family, Piney Creek Weasels, Snap Jackson, Wild Horse Drive, Wild Creek, & Trusting Heart. Friday & Saturday nights will also feature Lance Brown as Will Rogers. Order your advance tickets at www.susanvillebluegrass.com or Lassen County Fair, 195 Russell Ave, Susanville, CA 95630, 530-251-8900.
~~KATE WOLF FESTIVAL.    Also Friday June 25 to Sunday June 27! At the Black Oak Ranch in Laytonville, CA.   Not necessarily bluegrass, but a wonderful line-up. Check it out at www.cumuluspresents.com/kate, or call 707-829-7067.
~~CALIFORNIA COAST MUSIC CAMP, July 11 – 17, & 18 -24: Sierra Nevada Gold Country,   www.musiccamp.org/cba
~~CALIFORNIA WORLDFEST. Thursday July 15 to Sunday July 18, at the Grass Valley Fairgrounds at 11228 McCourtney Road. Another great line-up by Chico’s dynamic Duo, Dan DeWayne and Christine Meyers. Check it out at www.worldfest.net or call 530-891-4098.
~~SCOTT VALLEY BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL, in Etna, CA July 16 - 18:. Chico band, Borderline, will be one of the performers at this festival. I have heard this is a particularly fun, low-key festival in a beautiful setting! www.scottvalleybluegrass.com
~~LIGHTHOUSE MARINA CAMPOUT in Isleton, August 2 - 8: Campouts are great opportunities to just meet other bluegrassers! Note: reservations required for camping spots. www.lighthouseresortandmarina.com
~~GOOD OLD FASHIONED BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL in Bolado Park near Hollister, Aug. 13 to Aug 15.   San Benito County Fairgrounds. Chico’s California Borderline will be playing here as well. For the rest of the line-up, and more info, www.harmonspeak.com. Or call 650-856-6445.
~~BLUEGRASSIN’ IN THE FOOTHILLS, PLYMOUTH, CA. Sept. 17-19. Small dynamic festival, especially for jammin’ at the Amador Co. Fairgrounds! Include 14 national, California, & regional bands. Contact: www.landspromotions.com or call Larry Baker at 209-785-4693.

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FOR SALE:
Venuti accordian, 120 bass, 7 switches, superb classic Italian sound, $600. I'm offering it for sale because I've switched to a 72 bass lighter accordion. It's been completely reconditioned and has great action. Dolores Mitchell, 343-2461.
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~~~Gypsy Jazz Mailing List - Be notified of gypsy jazz and related events in Butte and Shasta County.
Sign up at www.pianofun.com/gypsyjazz
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Love Bluegrass?? Check the California Bluegrass Association website at www.cbaontheweb.org .
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KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web from their new studio. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link. In their 19th year of broadcast!!!!
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Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!
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Support the Butte Folk Music Society--become a member!! Individual membership at $15, family membership at $20, Silver Threads level at $35, Golden Needles level at $50. Send application and fee to address below.

Darla Novak for the
Butte Folk Music Society, 530-895-1952
P.O. Box 3406, Chico, CA 95927

June 2 Events

TENTH ANNUAL SPRING BFMS FOLK MUSIC CAMP OUT from Noon Sat. June 5 to Noon Sun. June 6, 2010. Bring items for a Mexican food potluck dinner.
Entry will be charged per vehicle, not per person! Enjoy sharing Music! Bring instruments, and voices and join our Singing and Picking circle, or just listen. Stay overnight, or just come for the day, and the potluck and the evening. Jamming
will happen all day and night. Look for the BFMS Banner. Please RSVP to Laurel.
For more info contact Laurel, 533-3666 or veraloe@gotsky.com .
NEW LOCATION!! THE CAMP OUT WILL BE HELD @ LIMESADDLE CAMPGROUND GROUP CAMP SITE ON LIMESADDLE RD. OFF PENTZ MAGALIA ROAD (JUST NORTH OF LIMESADDLE MARINA, JUST SOUTH OF PARADISE AND EAST OF BUTTE COLLEGE).
$ 5 PER VEHICLE DAY USE, $15 PER VEHICLE FOR OVERNIGHT.

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Butte Folk Music Society has t-shirts for sale at $10 in sizes L and XL, natural color (light beige) and a darker green/brown with a colorful logo. Get yours now. More info at 895-1952 by leaving message or email novakd42@aol.com.
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Saturday, June 5,    2 PM -   5 PM:          Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday (1st Saturday) per month at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!! Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Saturday, June 12 , 2 - 5 PM:   Music Circle at Augie's (230 Salem St., Chico, 894-3764) second Saturday of the month. . Bring your instruments and musical energy to the acoustic music circle -- folk, bluegrass, old timey, etc. Meet local musicians to play, sing or just enjoy. Tell your friends!!! For more info contact David at 530-872-2084. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Saturday, June 19, 2 PM - 5 PM: Old Time music jam, at Augie's (230 Salem, Chico) hosted by Michael Springer, old time fiddler. This event is set to happen on the 3rd Saturday of each month. Encouraging those who play clawhammer banjo, fiddle, or guitar to come participate. Listeners are always welcome. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment. For those who might want to "get a leg up" for the Old Time jam repertoire, Michael has tunes posted at these sites:
http://c1.ezfolk.com/bands/1088/index.php
http://www.fiddlehangout.com/myhangout/music.asp?id=486
Also check out http://www.folkjam.org/ . It's a database of folk jam sessions connected to Google maps.
To see the Butte County events currently listed on folkjam go to:
http://www.folkjam.org/local/map?geostart=39.721/-121.819&radius=50
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Saturday, (4th Saturday) 2 PM - 4:45 PM:   Bluegrass Jam at Augie's (2nd St. & Salem, Chico) on the 4th Saturday of the month. People who play mandolin, banjo, guitar, fiddle, dobro, bass, and bluegrass harmonica are encouraged to come and jam with us. People who like to sing bluegrass songs, or listen to bluegrass, or simply want to know what the heck bluegrass IS are encouraged to come. We encourage folks to bring songs and tunes of the "founding fathers" of bluegrass-- Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Stanley Brothers, Osborne Brothers, Jim & Jesse--as well as "second generation" bands. Hosted by Lucy, California Bluegrass Association N. CA Area Activities Vice President. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment.
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ongoing: Fridays, 6 PM dinner and happy hour and
Sundays, 2 PM - 6 PM: RICH & KENDALL COUNTRY SHOWCASE. Enjoyable afternoon of live semi-acoustic Country-Folksy-Rootsy music at Scotty's on the river. Information at 530-514-2526.
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Thursday, June 3, 7 PM - 9 PM: Like to sing for fun? Our Rise Up Singing Circle meets the first Thursday of each month at the Chico Friends Meeting House (corner of 16th St. and Hemlock, Chico). Rise Up Singing is a compilation by Annie Patterson and Peter Blood of great songs for group singing--words only, tunes will be taught. We have some extra books to lend. Musical instruments are welcome as are songs not in the Rise Up Singing Book. Call Leslie Howard, 530 891 0750 if you would like directions or more information.
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Mossy Creek Bluegrass Band dates:

~~Friday, June 4, 7 PM: Concert by the Lake over at the Terraces. Traveling from Chico take Bruce Rd. left...then the first right is Sierra Sunrise.. follow it all the way around until you see the lake where we will be playing at lakeside to your left.. There is parking. It is a beautiful view and a great spot for a concert..hope to see you there.

~~Saturday, June 26, 2 PM: the Banjo and Brews festival in Chester.

~~Sunday, July 4: at the Paradise Festival with Borderline and the Anderson Family..

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Friday, June 18 at 6:30 PM – The Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic invites you to The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road. There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. We especially welcome fans, families, students and performers . This is a special place for sharing and showcasing talent.
Ragtime! Folk! Country! Bluegrass! Blues! Cajun! Fiddle Tunes! Boogie-Woogie! Jazz! Gypsy Jazz! Classical!
Join us for an evening of music from the mid 1800 to 1950 and acoustic music that fits in with the sound of this era at the Ragtime and Tin Pan Alley Open Mic. Besides lots of singing, we’ve had piano, guitar, violin/fiddle, mandolin, banjo, uke, bass, organ, harmonica, accordion, clarinet and sax. Performances are held to the 10 minute rule. Brief historical presentations about the era’s music and/or composers are encouraged. Contact: Bob or Bernie LoFaso 894-6854 b_lofaso@hotmail.com or ragtimeandtinpanalley@hotmail.com
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Bernie Pardon LoFaso – Ragtime Compositions Volume One is now for sale at the Music Connection, 973 East Ave. Chico.
This $15 book contains eleven of her compositions in piano scores, lead sheets and a midi CD; individual CD is $10. .
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Saturday, June 5, (Doors open at 7, show starts around 7:30 PM): RUBY HOLLOW Band at the 1078 Gallery (820 Broadway, Chico). Opening is Ernest Witt. He plays a mean steel drum and has a fantastic voice!
1078 will have refreshments for your enjoyment. Tickets at $10; $5 for students and seniors. Visit www.rubyhollowband.com .

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Sunday, June 6, 11 AM -- 3:30 PM: 41st Annual 49er Faire. Musicians include

Rick Jones and Valerie Neale (they opened for our Chad and Jeremy house concert);

Charlotte Gibb and son Cody (Charlotte was the headliner for our 2nd house concert);

Patti (PJ) Finney; Pat and Steve Hohstadt; Coopers Bluff (Rebecca Snow on Fiddle,

Victor Mlotok on Accordion, Bob Paugh on Blues Harp).

There is a pancake breakfast the morning of the 49er Faire at the Honey Run Covered Bridge. Following the breakfast come on up Centerville Road to the Coleman Museum and Schoolhouse (about 4-5 miles) for the 49er Faire. There will be arts and crafts booths, food, raffles, live music and more.

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Saturday, June 12, 7 PM - 10 PM: Chico Country Dance Society presents Contra Dance at the Chico Grange Hall (2775 Nord Ave. at Rodeo Ave., near Henshaw. This is not on Hwy 32) every 2nd Saturday of the month. Fingerfood potluck at 6:30. Live Celtic dance music!
Contra is a traditional form of interactive dance with partners arranged usually in sets of opposing lines or in circles. Each dance is taught briefly and then called to music.
Admission: $8 adults, $7 members, children free, teens half price.
For more info call Mark or Grace (530) 877-2930. (The dance generally is suitable for those above age 8.
Parents are responsible to supervise the children they bring.)
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At the Sierra Nevada Big Room: TICKETS ON SALE at the Sierra Nevada Pub or by phone at 530-345-2739. Tickets on sale one month before each of these shows. CHECK THE WEBSITE www.sierranevada.com for details about the upcoming concerts.

every 4th Thursday @ 7-10 pm (sign-up starts at 6:30 pm) CAFE FLO OPEN MIC.
All Ages. No cover. Bring your instrument and strut your stuff or just come for a listen. (4th Thursday of month).

http://www.myspace.com/gypsycowbelle

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Oaksong Music Society & Bernie's Guitar concert series:
Oaksong web page at www.oaksongs.org .

Gray Pine Farm tickets are now on sale at Bernie's Guitar and the Oak Run Country Store. Online ticket sales are still not available until our new Website is up and tested, with hope that will be soon.
The Gray Pine Farm schedule:
~~July 3 - The Infamous Stringdusters;
~~July 17 - Jeffrey Broussard and The Creole Cowboys;
~~August 7 - Laurie Lewis & The West Coast Right Hands along with John Reischman & The Jaybirds;
~~August 21 - Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas;
~~Sept 18 - Annual Luau with Bill Tapia and special guests Mihana, Bernie Baker & Bruce Calin and Weldon Kekauoha Trio.
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HOUSER'S MUSIC ACOUSTIC/BLUEGRASS CAMP: Two different sessions, enrollment fee $100.
1st session June 21st - July1st, 10:00am-Noon.
2nd session Aug 2nd- Aug12th, 6-8pm
Offering lessons for beg to adv. guitar,fiddle,mandolin, banjo, dobro,bass.
How to Jam with others. For more info contact Houser's Music 533-9336 (Space limited).

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Check the schedule for The Palms Playhouse, Winters. June calendar at http://palmsplayhouse.com .
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North Valley Productions. Tickets at www.chicotickets.com or 345-8136 and Diamond W Western Wear, Chico. Check the website for information.
~~~~Saturday, July 10: ......Chico Brew Fest & LITTLE FEAT Concert. 1st Annual Chico Brew Fest. This year we are very pleased to present Little Feat in Concert with special Guest Keith Greeninger & Dayan Kai Band.
There are 3 ticketing options for the Chico Brew Fest.
The 1st ticketing option is the combo ticket. You must be 21 or older and this ticket allows you to attend both the Brew Fest and the LIttle Feat Concert.
The 2nd ticketing option is the Brew Fest. You must be 21 or older and this ticket allows you to attend ONLY the Brew Fest.
The 3rd ticketing option is the Little Feat Concert. This is a General Admission ticket and this ticket allows you to attend ONLY the Little Feat Concert (see special instructions below). Hard tickets, for those who prefer not to purchase over the internet, are currently for sale at the outlets here in Chico!
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KZFR Community Radio is proud to announce the first annual “Celebration of the Song,” a folk music contest designed to promote the work of undiscovered singer-songwriter talent in the Northern California folk music scene. KZFR is now accepting entries until June 1st, 2010.“Celebration of the Song” is open to all amateur acoustic folk singer-songwriters who are North State residents and 18 years or older. All submissions must be original material. Folk music is interpreted as “music of the people”. All types of folk music will be allowed.
Seven finalists will be chosen from all valid entries to play a set as part of a live competition on June 22nd at one of Northern California’s top venues, the Sierra Nevada Big Room. The contest will be broadcast live on KZFR 90.1 FM and streamed over the internet at www.kzfr.org. The Grand Prize Winner will be invited to perform at the California World Music Festival on July 16. They will also receive eight hours of free studio recording time at the state-of-the-art Electric Canyon recording studio and a $500.00 gift certificate from the Music Connection in Chico. The outcome of the final competition will be decided by the Big Room audience and a special panel of judges. More information is available at www.kzfr.org or by calling 895-0706. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to advance your musical career!
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Bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating (audience area is a grassy lawn with trees).

More info on tickets and band schedule at www.cbaontheweb.org .

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KRBS-LP, Oroville Community Radio is now streaming audio and video. You can tune in on the web at http://www.radiobirdstreet.org/. Live they are at 107.1 and 95.9. Not available on FM outside the Oroville area.
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GORDY OHLIGER ~~ Banjologist: PBS -Other PBS affiliate stations across the country will different air-dates//next in line is Redding KIXE Ch 9.
You can also stream the documentary from www.kvie.org/viewfinder any time.
A DVD of the program is available from Gordy's web site.
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U. UTAH PHILLIPS passed away on May 23, 2008. Please support his movement and his music by purchasing his cds and books. More information at http://www.utahphillips.org .
~~~There is a 2-disc memorial to Utah Phillips. The CD is listed by Righteous Babe at a VERY reasonable
$15.98 and if you buy directly from Righteous Babe Records, all the proceeds will go to the benefit!. You can call them at 1-800-ON-HER-OWN and ask for the Utah tribute – item number RBR065-2-CD .
Even better, you can e-mail them at store@righteousbabe.com.
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Instruction for beginning violin-players! I teach the basics, including both how to play by "ear", as well as note-reading. Classical, Celtic, Country, and Bluegrass are just a few of the styles that I teach. Call at (530) 345-8690, and ask for Rebekah.
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Bluegrass, Folk, Swing and Celtic lessons by Sid Lewis on banjo, guitar, mandolin, bass, dobro and drums! Students get CD's of each lesson and custom sheet music...the funnest lessons anywhere! Call the Acoustic College at (530) 894-2526 or visit www.acousticcollege.com.
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Guitar lessons for beginning or near-beginning players. Information: Call (530) 345-2479 and ask for Terry.
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Ukuleles play any kind of music--and ukulele players always have fun! Join local ukulele players (and wannabe ukulele players) at the monthly meeting of Ukuleles of Paradise held 6:30 to 8:15 on the second Thursday of every month at Craig Memorial Congregational Church, 5665 Scottwood, Paradise. A free 30-minute beginner's lesson starts the meeting and newbies will be able to play three chord songs (not necessarily right on tempo!) by the time the regular meeting and playing starts at 7 pm. Find out more at http://ukuleletonya.com/blog/ukuleles-of-paradise .
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May 26 Events

TENTH ANNUAL SPRING FOLK MUSIC CAMP OUT from Noon Sat. June 5 to Noon Sun. June 6, 2010. Please save the date & come join us!! Bring items for a Mexican food potluck dinner.
Entry will be charged per vehicle, not per person, so pile in and come on up! Enjoy sharing Music! Bring instruments, and voices and join our Singing and Picking circle, or just listen. Look for the BFMS Banner.
For more info contact Laurel, 533-3666 or veraloe@gotsky.com
NEW LOCATION!! THE CAMP OUT WILL BE HELD @ LIMESADDLE CAMPGROUND GROUP CAMP SITE ON LIMESADDLE RD. OFF PENTZ MAGALIA ROAD (JUST NORTH OF LIMESADDLE MARINA, JUST SOUTH OF PARADISE AND EAST OF BUTTE COLLEGE).
$ 5 PER VEHICLE DAY USE, $15 PER VEHICLE FOR OVERNIGHT.

Friday, May 28th to Sunday, May 30th:   The Ragtime Corners in Sacramento. This is an official part of the Sacramento Jazz Jubilee, but no badge is needed. Ragtime musicians will be entertaining for NO CHARGE in the Golden State Room, Mezzanine level of the Hyatt Hotel at 1201 L Street (across from the capitol) and The Courtyard D-Oro in Old Sacramento.   www.SacramentoRagtime.com    916 457-3324
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Thursday, June 3, 7 PM - 9 PM: Like to sing for fun? Our Rise Up Singing Circle meets the first Thursday of each month at the Chico Friends Meeting House (corner of 16th St. and Hemlock, Chico). Rise Up Singing is a compilation by Annie Patterson and Peter Blood of great songs for group singing--words only, tunes will be taught. We have some extra books to lend. Musical instruments are welcome as are songs not in the Rise Up Singing Book. Call Leslie Howard, 530 891 0750 if you would like directions or more information.
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Friday, June 18 at 6:30 PM – The Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic invites you to The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road. There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. We especially welcome fans, families, students and performers . This is a special place for sharing and showcasing talent.
Ragtime!    Folk!    Country!    Bluegrass!    Blues!    Cajun!    Fiddle Tunes!    Boogie-Woogie!    Jazz!    Gypsy Jazz!    Classical!
Join us for an evening of music from the mid 1800 to 1950 and acoustic music that fits in with the sound of this era at the Ragtime and Tin Pan Alley Open Mic. Besides lots of singing, we’ve had piano, guitar, violin/fiddle, mandolin, banjo, uke, bass, organ, harmonica, accordion, clarinet and sax. Performances are held to the 10 minute rule. Brief historical presentations about the era’s music and/or composers are encouraged.    Contact: Bob or Bernie LoFaso   894-6854    b_lofaso@hotmail.com    or ragtimeandtinpanalley@hotmail.com
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Bernie Pardon LoFaso – Ragtime Compositions Volume One is now for sale at the Music Connection, 973 East Ave. Chico.
This $15 book contains eleven of her compositions in piano scores, lead sheets and a midi CD; individual CD is $10. .
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Saturday, June 5, (Doors open at 7, show starts around 7:30 PM): RUBY HOLLOW Band at the 1078 Gallery (820 Broadway). Opening is Ernest Witt. He plays a mean steel drum and has a fantastic voice!
1078 will have refreshments for your enjoyment. Tickets at $10; $5 for students and seniors. Visit our website www.rubyhollowband.com .

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Saturday, June 12, 7 PM - 10 PM: Chico Country Dance Society presents Contra Dance at the Chico Grange Hall (2775 Nord Ave. at Rodeo Ave., near Henshaw. This is not on Hwy 32) every 2nd Saturday of the month. Fingerfood potluck at 6:30. Live Celtic dance music!
Contra is a traditional form of interactive dance with partners arranged usually in sets of opposing lines or in circles. Each dance is taught briefly and then called to music.
Admission: $8 adults, $7 members, children free, teens half price.
For more info call Mark or Grace (530) 877-2930. (The dance generally is suitable for those above age 8.
Parents are responsible to supervise the children they bring.)
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At the Sierra Nevada Big Room: TICKETS ON SALE at the Sierra Nevada Pub or by phone at 530-345-2739. Tickets on sale one month before each of these shows. CHECK THE WEBSITE www.sierranevada.com for details about the upcoming concerts.

THURSDAY, MAY 27 @ 7-10 pm (sign-up starts at 6:30 pm) CAFE FLO OPEN MIC.
All Ages. No cover. Bring your instrument and strut your stuff or just come for a listen. (4th Thursday of month).

Blues News:
~~every Thursday, ongoing: Upper Ridge Blues Society hosts a weekly blues jam/open mic every Thursday at Lynn's Optimo, Paradise, 8 PM - 11 PM;
~~last jam of the season --- Wednesday, June 2 ///first Wednesday of the month, 7 PM - 10:30 PM: Midnight Blues Society Monthly Jam Sessions.......... at Nash's (1717 Esplanade, --7th Ave. & Esplanade, Chico). More info at www.midnightbluessociety.org .
~~Shasta Blues Society blues jam every Thursday @ LULU's, Pine @ Cypress Street., Redding, 6:30 PM to 10 PM.
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California State Old Time Fiddlers Association District 6: http://www.csotfa.org . Moving the Date and Moving the location. The jam will be held at the Sundial Bridge in Redding for the next 3 months. See you Sunday at the Sundial Bridge for the District 6 Monthly Jam. and join us for a fun day of music at the Sundial Bridge in Redding.
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Every 4th Sunday of the Month: 1 PM - 3:30 PM: The Oldtime Fiddlers Association holds an open mic/jam at the Oroville Municipal Auditorium, Oroville (note new location). Information at 530-589-5841 or 589-4844. Membership encouraged but you don't have to be a member to join in or come listen.
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Oaksong Music Society & Bernie's Guitar concert series:
Oaksong web page at www.oaksongs.org .

Gray Pine Farm tickets are now on sale at Bernie's Guitar and the Oak Run Country Store. Online ticket sales are still not available until our new Website is up and tested, with hope that will be soon.
The Gray Pine Farm schedule:
~~July 3 - The Infamous Stringdusters;
~~July 17 - Jeffrey Broussard and The Creole Cowboys;
~~August 7 - Laurie Lewis & The West Coast Right Hands along with John Reischman & The Jaybirds;
~~August 21 - Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas;
~~Sept 18 - Annual Luau with Bill Tapia and special guests Mihana, Bernie Baker & Bruce Calin and Weldon Kekauoha Trio.
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HOUSER'S MUSIC ACOUSTIC/BLUEGRASS CAMP: Two different sessions, enrollment fee $100.
1st session June 21st - July1st, 10:00am-Noon.
2nd session Aug 2nd- Aug12th, 6-8pm
Offering lessons for beg to adv. guitar,fiddle,mandolin, banjo, dobro,bass.
How to Jam with others. For more info contact Houser's Music 533-9336 (Space limited).

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Check the schedule for The Palms Playhouse, Winters. May/June calendar at http://palmsplayhouse.com .
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North Valley Productions. Tickets at www.chicotickets.com or 345-8136 and Diamond W Western Wear, Chico. Check the website for information.
~~~~Saturday, July 10: ......Chico Brew Fest & LITTLE FEAT Concert. 1st Annual Chico Brew Fest. This year we are very pleased to present Little Feat in Concert with special Guest Keith Greeninger & Dayan Kai Band.
There are 3 ticketing options for the Chico Brew Fest.
The 1st ticketing option is the combo ticket. You must be 21 or older and this ticket allows you to attend both the Brew Fest and the LIttle Feat Concert.
The 2nd ticketing option is the Brew Fest. You must be 21 or older and this ticket allows you to attend ONLY the Brew Fest.
The 3rd ticketing option is the Little Feat Concert. This is a General Admission ticket and this ticket allows you to attend ONLY the Little Feat Concert (see special instructions below). Hard tickets, for those who prefer not to purchase over the internet, are currently for sale at the outlets here in Chico!
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KZFR Community Radio is proud to announce the first annual “Celebration of the Song,” a folk music contest designed to promote the work of undiscovered singer-songwriter talent in the Northern California folk music scene. KZFR is now accepting entries until June 1st, 2010.“Celebration of the Song” is open to all amateur acoustic folk singer-songwriters who are North State residents and 18 years or older. All submissions must be original material. Folk music is interpreted as “music of the people”. All types of folk music will be allowed.
Seven finalists will be chosen from all valid entries to play a set as part of a live competition on June 22nd at one of Northern California’s top venues, the Sierra Nevada Big Room. The contest will be broadcast live on KZFR 90.1 FM and streamed over the internet at www.kzfr.org. The Grand Prize Winner will be invited to perform at the California World Music Festival on July 16. They will also receive eight hours of free studio recording time at the state-of-the-art Electric Canyon recording studio and a $500.00 gift certificate from the Music Connection in Chico. The outcome of the final competition will be decided by the Big Room audience and a special panel of judges. More information is available at www.kzfr.org or by calling 895-0706. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to advance your musical career!
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Thursday thru Sunday, June 17 - 20: California Bluegrass Association 35th Anniversary Father's Day Bluegrass Festival at the Nevada Co. Fairground, Grass Valley. Performers include RHONDA VINCENT & THE RAGE, DIRK POWELL & RILEY BAUGUS, MICHAEL CLEVELAND & FLAMEKEEPER, RUSSELL MOORE & IIIRD TYME OUT, INFAMOUS STRING DUSTERS, JAMES KIND BAND, KATHY KALLICK BAND, LAURIE LEWIS & THE RIGHT HANDS, G2 (from Sweden), BLUEGRASS PATRIOTS, HIGH COUNTRY, ANDERSON FAMILY BLUEGRASS, AND FRANK SOLIVAN & DIRTY KITCHEN (CBA Emerging Artist). Four days of family fun, jamming, workshops, Children's programs, Luthiers' Pavilion, Kids on Bluegrass, camping on site and the best in Bluegrass and Old Time.

Bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating (audience area is a grassy lawn with trees).

More info on tickets and band schedule at www.cbaontheweb.org .

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Monday thru Wednesday, June 13 - 16: CBA Music Camp at the Nevada Co. Fairgrounds prior to the CBA's Father's Day Festival. Various levels of instruction on the bluegrass instruments taught by master bluegrass performers/instructors. for detailed class descriptions, etc. go to www.cbamusiccamp.org . On-line registration available. For more info email info@cbamusiccamp.org or call director Ingrid Noyes (after 9 AM) at 415-663-1342.

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707-829-8012 or hogiemoon@comcast.net.

May 12 Events

TENTH ANNUAL SPRING FOLK MUSIC CAMP OUT

from Noon Sat. June 5 to Noon Sun. June 6, 2010.

Please save the date & come join us!! Bring items for a Mexican food potluck dinner.
Entry will be charged per vehicle, not per person, so pile in and come on up! Enjoy sharing Music! Bring instruments, and voices and join our Singing and Picking circle, or just listen. Look for the BFMS Banner.
For more info contact Laurel, 533-3666 or veraloe@gotsky.com
NEW LOCATION!! THE CAMP OUT WILL BE HELD @ LIMESADDLE CAMPGROUND GROUP CAMP SITE ON LIMESADDLE RD. OFF PENTZ MAGALIA ROAD (JUST NORTH OF LIMESADDLE MARINA, JUST SOUTH OF PARADISE AND EAST OF BUTTE COLLEGE).
$ 5 PER VEHICLE DAY USE, $15 PER VEHICLE FOR OVERNIGHT.

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Butte Folk Music Society needs willing folks to serve as board members or committee consultants to help the organization spread the music, encourage participation by youth, collect and disperse instruments to those youngsters who may not have access, and carry out other such projects to enhance the lives of all through music. Please call BFMS at 530-895-1952 to leave your name & phone number for more info.
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Thursday, May 13, 7 PM: Butte Folk Music Society Board of Directors meeting at KCHO office at (35 Main St. , downtown Chico). Members and interested others are welcome to attend.

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Can you help? Thursday, May 20, 6 PM - 9 PM: at the Thursday Nite Downtown Market there is a Kidfest event with Sid Lewis and his School of Rock. We need help! Need any and all volunteers (you and friends and acquaintances) to watch/supervise kids playing instruments at the instrument petting zoo. If we have one to two adults per instrument, we will keep it under tight control and give kids a really positive experience playing/touching instruments they may have never seen or heard before. Email novakd42@aol.com to volunteer please.

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Butte Folk Music Society has t-shirts for sale at $10 in sizes L and XL, natural color (light beige) and a darker green/brown with a colorful logo. Get yours now. More info at 895-1952 by leaving message or email novakd42@aol.com.
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Saturday, June 5,    2 PM -   5 PM:          Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday per month at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Jams are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month. Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!! Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Saturday, June 12 , 2 - 5 PM:   Music Circle at Augie's (230 Salem St., Chico, 894-3764) second Saturday of the month. . Bring your instruments and musical energy to the acoustic music circle -- folk, bluegrass, old timey, etc. Meet local musicians to play, sing or just enjoy. Tell your friends!!! For more info contact David at 530-872-2084. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Saturday, May 15, 2 PM - 5 PM: Old Time music jam, at Augie's (230 Salem, Chico) hosted by Michael Springer, old time fiddler. This event is set to happen on the 3rd Saturday of each month. Encouraging those who play clawhammer banjo, fiddle, or guitar to come participate. Listeners are always welcome. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment. For those who might want to "get a leg up" for the Old Time jam repertoire, Michael has tunes posted at these sites:
http://c1.ezfolk.com/bands/1088/index.php
http://www.fiddlehangout.com/myhangout/music.asp?id=486
Also check out http://www.folkjam.org/ . It's a database of folk jam sessions connected to Google maps.
To see the Butte County events currently listed on folkjam go to:
http://www.folkjam.org/local/map?geostart=39.721/-121.819&radius=50
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Wednesday, May 19,   7 PM - 9 PM: At the Acoustic College --   the Slow Jam is on the 3rd Wednesday of each month from now on, still at Sid's, which is on WEST 8th Avenue and from 7 PM to 9:00 PM.   This is co-sponsored by the Acoustic College and CBA. The address is 932 West 8th Avenue in Chico. Best directions: from the Esplanade, turn onto W. 8th Avenue. Just past the second roundabout, turn right into the the driveway of the parking lot. Go into the FRONT of the building to find the Acoustic College. We'll be focusing on jam etiquette, back-up playing to support the lead player, and playing simple breaks to bluegrass songs. I will be leading the jam, and have available copies of Slow Jam Tunes, a collection of some basic bluegrass songs, with a CD included. (I have to charge a small fee to cover my costs.) Coffee (decaf) provided. This will be an every "third Wednesday" event!
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Saturday, May 22, 2 PM - 4:45 PM:   Bluegrass Jam at Augie's (2nd St. & Salem, Chico) on the 4th Saturday of the month. People who play mandolin, banjo, guitar, fiddle, dobro, bass, and bluegrass harmonica are encouraged to come and jam with us. People who like to sing bluegrass songs, or listen to bluegrass, or simply want to know what the heck bluegrass IS are encouraged to come. We encourage folks to bring songs and tunes of the "founding fathers" of bluegrass-- Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Stanley Brothers, Osborne Brothers, Jim & Jesse--as well as "second generation" bands. Hosted by Lucy, California Bluegrass Association N. CA Area Activities Vice President. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment.
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ongoing: Fridays, 6 PM dinner and happy hour and
Sundays, 2 PM - 6 PM: RICH & KENDALL COUNTRY SHOWCASE. Enjoyable afternoon of live semi-acoustic Country-Folksy-Rootsy music at Scotty's on the river. Information at 530-514-2526.
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Saturday, May 15, 11 AM -- 1 PM: Rainbow Ranch will be playing their own unique mix of "hardly strictly bluegrass" at Mondo's Cafe (951 Nord Ave., right where W. Sacramento Avenue intersects with Nord Avenue, sort of across from Safeway on Nord).

Rainbow Ranch is made up of Lloyd Foote on banjo, Lucy Smith on guitar, Mark Wilpolt on mandolin, and Scott Gunderson on bass.

{Lucy recommends the fine coffee and brunch available there also.}

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SUNDAY, MAY 16, 4 PM TO 10:00 PM: CARD RECREATION CENTER (545 VALLOMBRSA AVE, CHICO). HARDLY STRICTLY RIPARIA Benefit for Haiti. MUSIC AND DANCE EXTRAVAGANZA
FOOD-DRINK- SILENT AUCTION. Featuring

STEVIE COOK, JOHN GLICK, GORDY OHLIGER, SCOTT-T,
BARBARA MANNING, MIKE WOFCHUCK, MA-MUSE, CHRIS SCHADT, JO CHAVEZ, SHERRI QUAMMEN, JIM BROBECK, RUDY GISCOMBE, HAITIAN DANCE WITH JEANNE CHRISTOPHERSON AND MORE!

~$10 TO $20 SLIDING SCALE: KIDS FREE~

GET HAITI ROLLING -- BICYCLES, TENTS, SEEDS, GARDENING AND CARPENTRY TOOLS, MEDICAL SUPPLIES, WATER PURIFICATION & MORE! All proceeds will go directly to shipping goods from our community to communities in Haiti.

Doroteia Pathways Foundation ~ HYPERLINK http://www.doroteia.org" www.doroteia.org ~ 518-8509.

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Friday, May 28th to Sunday, May 30th:   The Ragtime Corners in Sacramento. This is an official part of the Sacramento Jazz Jubilee, but no badge is needed. Ragtime musicians will be entertaining for NO CHARGE in the Golden State Room, Mezzanine level of the Hyatt Hotel at 1201 L Street (across from the capitol) and The Courtyard D-Oro in Old Sacramento.   www.SacramentoRagtime.com    916 457-3324
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Thursday, June 3, 7 PM - 9 PM: Like to sing for fun? Our Rise Up Singing Circle meets the first Thursday of each month at the Chico Friends Meeting House (corner of 16th St. and Hemlock, Chico). Rise Up Singing is a compilation by Annie Patterson and Peter Blood of great songs for group singing--words only, tunes will be taught. We have some extra books to lend. Musical instruments are welcome as are songs not in the Rise Up Singing Book. Call Leslie Howard, 530 891 0750 if you would like directions or more information.
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Friday, May 14 at 6:30 PM – The Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic invites you to The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road. There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. We especially welcome fans, families, students and performers . This is a special place for sharing and showcasing talent.
Ragtime!    Folk!    Country!    Bluegrass!    Blues!    Cajun!    Fiddle Tunes!    Boogie-Woogie!    Jazz!    Gypsy Jazz!    Classical!
Join us for an evening of music from the mid 1800 to 1950 and acoustic music that fits in with the sound of this era at the Ragtime and Tin Pan Alley Open Mic. Besides lots of singing, we’ve had piano, guitar, violin/fiddle, mandolin, banjo, uke, bass, organ, harmonica, accordion, clarinet and sax. Performances are held to the 10 minute rule. Brief historical presentations about the era’s music and/or composers are encouraged.    Contact: Bob or Bernie LoFaso   894-6854    b_lofaso@hotmail.com    or ragtimeandtinpanalley@hotmail.com
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Saturday, May 15:   Outdoor Concert and Open House Celebration.   The Sierra Sunrise Terrace Apartments presents The Harmonaires (Bob Harrison, Sharon Smith and Pattie Smith) in concert from 1 to 3 PM. There will be complimentary refreshments and tours until around 4 PM.
Location:    The Sierra Sunrise Terrace Apartments, 2701 Sierra Sunrise Terrace (across from the Terraces) off Bruce Road, Chico)
Contact:     Jan or Dan Johnson   office 894-3220    cell 520-7004.
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Saturday, May 15: THICK & THIN FESTIVAL -- 7:30 PM to 10 PM: Thick 'n' Thin Music at Augie's (230 Salem St., Chico). Gordy Ohliger and friends make wonderful music together! Come enjoy the music & the fun.
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Bernie Pardon LoFaso – Ragtime Compositions Volume One is now for sale at the Music Connection, 973 East Ave. Chico.
This $15 book contains eleven of her compositions in piano scores, lead sheets and a midi CD; individual CD is $10. .
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Saturday, June 12, 7 PM - 10 PM: Chico Country Dance Society presents Contra Dance at the Chico Grange Hall (2775 Nord Ave. at Rodeo Ave., near Henshaw. This is not on Hwy 32) every 2nd Saturday of the month. Fingerfood potluck at 6:30. Live Celtic dance music!
Contra is a traditional form of interactive dance with partners arranged usually in sets of opposing lines or in circles. Each dance is taught briefly and then called to music.
Admission: $8 adults, $7 members, children free, teens half price.
For more info call Mark or Grace (530) 877-2930. (The dance generally is suitable for those above age 8.
Parents are responsible to supervise the children they bring.)
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At the Sierra Nevada Big Room: TICKETS ON SALE at the Sierra Nevada Pub or by phone at 530-345-2739. Tickets on sale one month before each of these shows. CHECK THE WEBSITE www.sierranevada.com for details about the upcoming concerts.

~~Monday, May 24: The Greencards -- world-class acoustic music. www.greencards.com ;

~~Sunday, June 6: The Fabulous Swing Kings -- premier dance band.
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Even more information about what's happening in and around this area at guzzettigazette.com . Check it out and sign up. (That's David Guzzetti!!!!!!)
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CAFE FLO (365 East 6th Street, Chico, 530.402.7121, www.cafeflo.net) events:
~~every Thursday, (EVENING): Open Mic: Cafe Flo's Music-Only Open-Mic Thursdays. Everyone welcome. Every Thursday, ongoing, @ 7-10pm. (Sign-up starts at 630 pm.) All ages. No cover.
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GORDY OHLIGER ~~ Banjologist: PBS -Other PBS affiliate stations across the country will different air-dates//next in line is Redding KIXE Ch 9.
You can also stream the documentary from www.kvie.org/viewfinder any time.
A DVD of the program is available from Gordy's web site
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Every 1st Sunday of the Month: Northern California Harp Ring meets at various homes in Chico. Anyone who plays any kind of harp, or is interested in learning to play the harp, is welcome. Contact Janice at 530-893-8026 or nchr@sbcglobal.net or website at www.ncharpring.com
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Swing & Latin Dance Party -- it's free!!: The Roosters are sponsoring Swing and Latin Dance Party, which is conducting every Wednesday at alternating clubs, the Towne Lounge and Nick's in Chico. The reception to the new show has been delicious to say the least, with tasty samba and swing tunes to sweep you off your feet. It's all Free!! Bring your ID and be ready for a great time! (Call mentioned venues for times.)
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Chico Ukulele group meets the first Tuesday of every month at Trinity Methodist Church on Flume between 5th and 6th streets. We start at 6:30 PM and usually end at around 8:30 or 9. Everyone is welcome, even if they don't have an instrument. (we have some extras). We love beginners and our emphasis is on fun!
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Flatpicking Guitar Workshops & Concerts in California
with Tim May & Dan Miller:

~~Wednesday, May 19: Sacramento (Workshop and Concert)
The Fifth String (930 Alhambra Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95816,
(916) 442-8282). http://www.thefifthstring.com/
Workshop 6:30 to 8:00; Concert 8:30 to 10:00

~~Thursday, May 20th: Chico (Workshop) at Sid Lewis' Acoustic College (932 W. 8th Ave., Chico, CA 95928, (530) 894-2526).
http://www.acousticcollege.com/home.php
Workshop: 7:30 to 9 PM.

Tim May is an accomplished guitar player, singer, and songwriter -and one of Nashville's acoustic guitar ""go-to guys"." For fifteen years Tim focused on his job as the guitar player for the Nashville-based bluegrass band Crucial Smith. When that band broke up in 2002 the job offers started pouring in. Recent highlights include touring with Patty Loveless, playing on the all-star cast Rounder project Moody Bluegrass, and recording a bluegrass gospel project with Charlie Daniels. Additionally, FGM Records has released Tim''s solo CD Find My Way Back and Tim is also featured in a new FGM Records concert DVD, Live in Kansas City, with Brad Davis and Cody Kilby. While there are plenty of great guitar pickers in Nashville, Tim May adds great songwriting and singing to his list of many talents, which include being equally adept at resonator guitar, banjo, bass, and mandolin. When he is not on the road or in the recording studio Tim works building and repairing stringed instruments.
Dan Miller has been the publisher and editor of Flatpicking Guitar Magazine since 1996. He has also co-authored a number of flatpicking books, including: The Bluegrass Guitar Style of Charles Sawtelle with Charles Sawtelle, Flatpicking the Blues with Brad Davis, and the eight volume flatpicking course Flatpicking Essentials with Tim May. Tim May and Dan Miller also have been performing in a trio with their good friend Brad Davis since 2005.
Geoffrey Rutledge is an award winning singer/songwriter who has been playing professionally for over two decades. A favorite at the Texas Kerrville Folk Festival. Geoffrey's keen ability to convey his interesting perspective on life through his songwriting, in combination with his rich, smooth voice and sardonic wit, charms audiences from coast to coast. Geoffrey has made music professionally from Key West to San Francisco. An insightful, soulful singer/songwriter, Geoffrey's musical influences range from James Taylor to Sting to Stevie Wonder. He received the Northern California Songwriters Association's prestigious "Song of the Year" award, and has played the main stage at the Kerrville Folk Festival for the past six years running.

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Blues News:
~~every Thursday, ongoing: Upper Ridge Blues Society hosts a weekly blues jam/open mic every Thursday at Lynn's Optimo, Paradise, 8 PM - 11 PM;
~~Wednesday, June 2 ///first Wednesday of the month, 7 PM - 10:30 PM: Midnight Blues Society Monthly Jam Sessions.......... at Nash's (1717 Esplanade, --7th Ave. & Esplanade, Chico). More info at www.midnightbluessociety.org .
~~Shasta Blues Society blues jam every Thursday @ LULU's, Pine @ Cypress Street., Redding, 6:30 PM to 10 PM.
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California State Old Time Fiddlers Association District 6: http://www.csotfa.org . Moving the Date and Moving the location. The jam will be held at the Sundial Bridge in Redding for the next 3 months. See you Sunday at the Sundial Bridge for the District 6 Monthly Jam. and join us for a fun day of music at the Sundial Bridge in Redding.
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Every 4th Sunday of the Month: 1 PM - 3:30 PM: The Oldtime Fiddlers Association holds an open mic/jam at the Oroville Municipal Auditorium, Oroville (note new location). Information at 530-589-5841 or 589-4844. Membership encouraged but you don't have to be a member to join in or come listen.
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Chico Performances presents:
More info at www.csuchico.edu/artscalendar or 530-898-6333. Tickets go on sale for the current season.
********all performances start at 7:30 PM at Laxson Auditorium, CSU, Chico.***********
~~Friday, May 14: Rani Arbo & Daisy Mayhem: bluegrass & Americana roots (Laxson Aud.).
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Oaksong Music Society & Bernie's Guitar indoor concert series:
~~Friday, May 14, 2010 - Juni Fisher – Western Music’s Songwriter and Entertainer - Showtime 8 PM, tickets $15.
More info at Bernie's (3086 Bechelli Lane, Redding, 530-223-2040; Oaksong web page at www.oaksongs.org .
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Saturday, May 22, 7PM (music starts at 8 PM) : Keith Greeninger & Dayan Kai.
Experience a passionate musical performance from this extraordinarily talented duo. Keith, a renowned songwriter in his own right, plays in the group "City Folk" and has won a multitude of awards and accolades, which only provide a glimpse into the magnitude of his talent. Together with multi-instrumentalist Dayan Kai, this event promises to be inspiring, touching, and transcendental.
Click on this link: (www.keithgreeninger.com).

Reservations: Kerry Eldridge (14629 Blackberry Road, Forest Ranch, CA 95942,
kerrysspot@yahoo.com or (530) 893-9571).

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Check the schedule for The Palms Playhouse, Winters. March calendar at http://palmsplayhouse.com .
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North Valley Productions. Tickets at www.chicotickets.com or 345-8136 and Diamond W Western Wear, Chico. Check the website for information.
~~~~Saturday, July 10: ......Chico Brew Fest & LITTLE FEAT Concert.
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KZFR Community Radio is proud to announce the first annual “Celebration of the Song,” a folk music contest designed to promote the work of undiscovered singer-songwriter talent in the Northern California folk music scene. KZFR is now accepting entries until June 1st, 2010.“Celebration of the Song” is open to all amateur acoustic folk singer-songwriters who are North State residents and 18 years or older. All submissions must be original material. Folk music is interpreted as “music of the people”. All types of folk music will be allowed.
Seven finalists will be chosen from all valid entries to play a set as part of a live competition on June 22nd at one of Northern California’s top venues, the Sierra Nevada Big Room. The contest will be broadcast live on KZFR 90.1 FM and streamed over the internet at www.kzfr.org. The Grand Prize Winner will be invited to perform at the California World Music Festival on July 16. They will also receive eight hours of free studio recording time at the state-of-the-art Electric Canyon recording studio and a $500.00 gift certificate from the Music Connection in Chico. The outcome of the final competition will be decided by the Big Room audience and a special panel of judges. More information is available at www.kzfr.org or by calling 895-0706. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to advance your musical career!
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KRBS-LP, Oroville Community Radio is now streaming audio and video. You can tune in on the web at http://www.radiobirdstreet.org/.    Live they are at 107.1 and 95.9. Not available on FM outside the Oroville area.
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FOR SALE:
Venuti accordian, 120 bass, 7 switches, superb classic Italian sound, $600. I'm offering it for sale because I've switched to a 72 bass lighter accordion. It's been completely reconditioned and has great action. Dolores Mitchell, 343-2461.
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U. UTAH PHILLIPS passed away on May 23, 2008. Please support his movement and his music by purchasing his cds and books. More information at http://www.utahphillips.org .
~~~There is a 2-disc memorial to Utah Phillips. The CD is listed by Righteous Babe at a VERY reasonable
$15.98 and if you buy directly from Righteous Babe Records, all the proceeds will go to the benefit!. You can call them at 1-800-ON-HER-OWN and ask for the Utah tribute – item number RBR065-2-CD .
Even better, you can e-mail them at store@righteousbabe.com.
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Instruction for beginning violin-players! I teach the basics, including both how to play by "ear", as well as note-reading. Classical, Celtic, Country, and Bluegrass are just a few of the styles that I teach. Call at (530) 345-8690, and ask for Rebekah.
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Bluegrass, Folk, Swing and Celtic lessons by Sid Lewis on banjo, guitar, mandolin, bass, dobro and drums! Students get CD's of each lesson and custom sheet music...the funnest lessons anywhere! Call the Acoustic College at (530) 894-2526 or visit www.acousticcollege.com.
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Guitar lessons for beginning or near-beginning players. Information: Call (530) 345-2479 and ask for Terry.
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Ukuleles play any kind of music--and ukulele players always have fun! Join local ukulele players (and wannabe ukulele players) at the monthly meeting of Ukuleles of Paradise held 6:30 to 8:15 on the second Thursday of every month at Craig Memorial Congregational Church, 5665 Scottwood, Paradise. A free 30-minute beginner's lesson starts the meeting and newbies will be able to play three chord songs (not necessarily right on tempo!) by the time the regular meeting and playing starts at 7 pm. Find out more at http://ukuleletonya.com/blog/ukuleles-of-paradise .
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~~~Gypsy Jazz Mailing List - Be notified of gypsy jazz and related events in Butte and Shasta County.
Sign up at   www.pianofun.com/gypsyjazz
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Love Bluegrass?? Check the California Bluegrass Association website at www.cbaontheweb.org .
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KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web from their new studio. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link. In their 19th year of broadcast!!!!
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Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!
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Support the Butte Folk Music Society--become a member!! Individual membership at $15, family membership at $20, Silver Threads level at $35, Golden Needles level at $50.   Send application and fee to address below.

Darla Novak for the
Butte Folk Music Society, 530-895-1952
P.O. Box 3406, Chico, CA 95927

April 29 Events

Vote for your favorite local musicians in the CAMMIES CONTEST sponsored by the Chico News & Review. Here is the link to vote:

http://www.newsreview.com/chico/ballot/cammies10

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Thursday, April 29, 7 PM: Folk singer/ photographer/ wilderness advocate Walkin' Jim Stoltz will be performing in Chico at ARC's Pavilion (2040 Park Avenue, Chico). It will be a benefit for the ARC of Butte County and the Chico Creek Nature Center. The program will feature his own music accompanied by a beautiful slide show of the many wilderness experiences that he has experienced since he commenced walkin' the wilderness over 24 years ago. Tickets available at the Chico Creek Nature Center, The Arc, and Ed's Printing and at the door. Tickets $12; student price $10. http://www.walkinjim.com/

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Butte Folk Music Society needs willing folks to serve as board members or committee consultants to help the organization spread the music, encourage participation by youth, collect and disperse instruments to those youngsters who may not have access, and carry out other such projects to enhance the lives of all through music. Please call BFMS at 530-895-1952 to leave your name & phone number for more info.

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Butte Folk Music Society has t-shirts for sale at $10 in sizes L and XL, natural color (light beige) and a darker green/brown with a colorful logo. Get yours now. More info at 895-1952 by leaving message or email novakd42@aol.com.

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Saturday, May 1, 2 PM - 5 PM: Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday per month at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Jams are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month. Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!! Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Saturday, May 8 , 2 - 5 PM: Music Circle at Augie's (230 Salem St., Chico, 894-3764) second Saturday of the month. . Bring your instruments and musical energy to the acoustic music circle -- folk, bluegrass, old timey, etc. Meet local musicians to play, sing or just enjoy. Tell your friends!!! For more info contact David at 530-872-2084. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Saturday, May 15, 2 PM - 5 PM: Old Time music jam, at Augie's (230 Salem, Chico) hosted by Michael Springer, old time fiddler. This event is set to happen on the 3rd Saturday of each month. Encouraging those who play clawhammer banjo, fiddle, or guitar to come participate. Listeners are always welcome. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment. For those who might want to "get a leg up" for the Old Time jam repertoire, Michael has tunes posted at these sites:

http://c1.ezfolk.com/bands/1088/index.php

http://www.fiddlehangout.com/myhangout/music.asp?id=486

Also check out http://www.folkjam.org/ . It's a database of folk jam sessions connected to Google maps.

To see the Butte County events currently listed on folkjam go to:

http://www.folkjam.org/local/map?geostart=39.721/-121.819&radius=50

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Wednesday, May 19, 7 PM - 9 PM: At the Acoustic College -- the Slow Jam is on the 3rd Wednesday of each month from now on, still at Sid's, which is on WEST 8th Avenue and from 7 PM to 9:00 PM. This is co-sponsored by the Acoustic College and CBA. The address is 932 West 8th Avenue in Chico. Best directions: from the Esplanade, turn onto W. 8th Avenue. Just past the second roundabout, turn right into the the driveway of the parking lot. Go into the FRONT of the building to find the Acoustic College. We'll be focusing on jam etiquette, back-up playing to support the lead player, and playing simple breaks to bluegrass songs. I will be leading the jam, and have available copies of Slow Jam Tunes, a collection of some basic bluegrass songs, with a CD included. (I have to charge a small fee to cover my costs.) Coffee (decaf) provided. This will be an every "third Wednesday" event!

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Saturday, May 22, 2 PM - 4:45 PM: Bluegrass Jam at Augie's (2nd St. & Salem, Chico) on the 4th Saturday of the month. People who play mandolin, banjo, guitar, fiddle, dobro, bass, and bluegrass harmonica are encouraged to come and jam with us. People who like to sing bluegrass songs, or listen to bluegrass, or simply want to know what the heck bluegrass IS are encouraged to come. We encourage folks to bring songs and tunes of the "founding fathers" of bluegrass-- Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Stanley Brothers, Osborne Brothers, Jim & Jesse--as well as "second generation" bands. Hosted by Lucy, California Bluegrass Association N. CA Area Activities Vice President. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment.

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Saturday, May 1, 11 AM - 1 PM: Rainbow Ranch will be playing their own unique mix of "hardly strictly bluegrass" at Mondo's Cafe (951 Nord Ave., where W. Sacrament Ave. intersects with Nord Ave). Good coffee and brunch are available. (Rainbow Ranch is made up of Lloyd Foote on banjo, Lucy Smith on guitar, Mark Wilpolt on mandolin, and Scott Gunderson on bass).

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SATURDAY, MAY 1, 8 PM: (from Warren Haskell) CLASSICAL GUITAR PROJECT at the 1078 Gallery. $10 general; $5 students/seniors.
~~Gyan Riley will be making his second appearance at the Guitar Project this Saturday. He first performed about 2 years ago and really wowed everyone with his own uniquely beautiful and very forward-looking compositions (he is the son of Terry Riley, major American composer). Gyan is a wonderfully gifted guitarist and performer whose compelling compositions are truly evolving the instrument and its repertoire. Come out and hear what the future of the guitar sounds like this Saturday.

~~Wednesday, May 5, 8 PM - 10 PM: Warren Haskell will be playing at Monk's Lounge. Come out to enjoy Monks great wine, food and music!

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ongoing: Fridays, 6 PM dinner and happy hour and

Sundays, 2 PM - 6 PM: RICH & KENDALL COUNTRY SHOWCASE. Enjoyable afternoon of live semi-acoustic Country-Folksy-Rootsy music at Scotty's on the river. Information at 530-514-2526.

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Thursday, May 6, 7 PM - 9 PM: Like to sing for fun? Our Rise Up Singing Circle meets the first Thursday of each month at the Chico Friends Meeting House (corner of 16th St. and Hemlock, Chico). Rise Up Singing is a compilation by Annie Patterson and Peter Blood of great songs for group singing--words only, tunes will be taught. We have some extra books to lend. Musical instruments are welcome as are songs not in the Rise Up Singing Book. Call Leslie Howard, 530 891 0750 if you would like directions or more information.

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Friday, May 14 at 6:30 PM – The Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic invites you to The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road. There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. We especially welcome fans, families, students and performers . This is a special place for sharing and showcasing talent.

Ragtime! Folk! Country! Bluegrass! Blues! Cajun! Fiddle Tunes! Boogie-Woogie! Jazz! Gypsy Jazz! Classical!

Join us for an evening of music from the mid 1800 to 1950 and acoustic music that fits in with the sound of this era at the Ragtime and Tin Pan Alley Open Mic. Besides lots of singing, we’ve had piano, guitar, violin/fiddle, mandolin, banjo, uke, bass, organ, harmonica, accordion, clarinet and sax. Performances are held to the 10 minute rule. Brief historical presentations about the era’s music and/or composers are encouraged. Contact: Bob or Bernie LoFaso 894-6854 b_lofaso@hotmail.com or ragtimeandtinpanalley@hotmail.com

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Saturday, May 15: Outdoor Concert and Open House Celebration.   The Sierra Sunrise Terrace Apartments presents The Harmonaires (Bob Harrison, Sharon Smith and Pattie Smith) in concert from 1 to 3pm. There will be complimentary refreshments and tours until around 4 PM.
Location:   The Sierra Sunrise Terrace Apartments, 2701 Sierra Sunrise Terrace (across from the Terraces) off Bruce Road, Chico)
Contact:    Jan or Dan Johnson   office 894-3220    cell 520-7004.

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Saturday, May 8, 7 PM - 10 PM: Chico Country Dance Society presents Contra Dance at the Chico Grange Hall (2775 Nord Ave. at Rodeo Ave., near Henshaw. This is not on Hwy 32)

every 2nd Saturday of the month.  Fingerfood potluck at 6:30.   Live Celtic dance music!
Contra is a traditional form of interactive dance with partners arranged usually in sets of opposing lines or in circles. Each dance is taught briefly and then called to music.
Admission: $8 adults, $7 members, children free, teens half price.
For more info call Mark or Grace (530) 877-2930.  (The dance generally is suitable for those above age 8.
Parents are responsible to supervise the children they bring.)

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~~Tuesday, May 11: The Chris Cain Band & Ron Thompson -- Two Legendary Blues Men Together for One Big Show!

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Even more information about what's happening in and around this area at guzzettigazette.com . Check it out and sign up. (That's David Guzzetti!!!!!!)

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CAFE FLO (365 East 6th Street, Chico, 530.402.7121, www.cafeflo.net) events:

~~every Thursday, (EVENING): Open Mic: Cafe Flo's Music-Only Open-Mic Thursdays. Everyone welcome. Every Thursday, ongoing, @ 7-10pm. (Sign-up starts at 630pm.) All ages. No cover.

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MAKE IT SO band has upcoming April dates:

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GORDY OHLIGER ~~ Banjologist: PBS -Other PBS affiliate stations across the country will different air-dates//next in line is Redding KIXE Ch 9.

You can also stream the documentary from www.kvie.org/viewfinder any time.

A DVD of the program is available from Gordy's web site

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Every 1st Sunday of the Month: Northern California Harp Ring meets at various homes in Chico. Anyone who plays any kind of harp, or is interested in learning to play the harp, is welcome. Contact Janice at 530-893-8026 or nchr@sbcglobal.net or website at www.ncharpring.com
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Swing & Latin Dance Party -- it's free!!: The Roosters are sponsoring Swing and Latin Dance Party, which is conducting every Wednesday at alternating clubs, the Towne Lounge and Nick's in Chico. The reception to the new show has been delicious to say the least, with tasty samba and swing tunes to sweep you off your feet. It's all Free!! Bring your ID and be ready for a great time! (Call mentioned venues for times.)

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Chico Ukulele group meets the first Tuesday of every month at Trinity Methodist Church on Flume between 5th and 6th streets. We start at 6:30 PM and usually end at around 8:30 or 9. Everyone is welcome, even if they don't have an instrument. (we have some extras). We love beginners and our emphasis is on fun!

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Blues News:
~~every Thursday, ongoing: Upper Ridge Blues Society hosts a weekly blues jam/open mic every Thursday at Lynn's Optimo, Paradise, 8 PM - 11 PM;
~~Wednesday, May 5 ///first Wednesday of the month, 7 PM - 10:30 PM: Midnight Blues Society Monthly Jam Sessions.......... at Nash's (1717 Esplanade, --7th Ave. & Esplanade, Chico). More info at www.midnightbluessociety.org .
~~Shasta Blues Society blues jam every Thursday @ LULU's, Pine @ Cypress Street., Redding, 6:30 PM to 10 PM.

~~Friday, April 30, 9 PM: RUBE & THE RHYTHM ROCKERS will be at La Posada (5742 Skyway, Paradise, about half way between Neal Rd. & Pearson Rd on south side of the street). They have excellent Mexican grub.

PS-Rick Estrin & Roy Rodgers will be at Paradise Performing Arts Center that same nite. If you decide to check that out stop by after show and we'll continue the blues. till the wee hour!!!!!

~~Thursday, April 29, 6 PM - 9 PM: BAWL 'N' CHAIN & THE CHAIN GANG will be at the Thursday Nite Market at the 3rd St. location between Main & Broadway, Chico.

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California State Old Time Fiddlers Association District 6: http://www.csotfa.org . Moving the Date and Moving the location. The jam will be held at the Sundial Bridge in Redding for the next 3 months. See you Sunday at the Sundial Bridge for the District 6 Monthly Jam. and join us for a fun day of music at the Sundial Bridge in Redding.

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Every 4th Sunday of the Month: 1 PM - 3:30 PM: The Oldtime Fiddlers Association holds an open mic/jam at the Oroville Municipal Auditorium, Oroville (note new location). Information at 530-589-5841 or 589-4844. Membership encouraged but you don't have to be a member to join in or come listen.
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Chico Performances presents:
More info at www.csuchico.edu/artscalendar or 530-898-6333. Tickets go on sale for the current season.

********all performances start at 7:30 PM at Laxson Auditorium, CSU, Chico.***********

~~Friday, April 30: All Aboard -- Railaway: Chico State Guitar Ensemble (Rowland-Taylor Recital Hall);

~~Saturday, May 1: European Masters: Choral Union (Harlen Adams Theatre);

~~Friday, May 14: Rani Arbo & Daisy Mayhem: bluegrass & Americana roots (Laxson Aud.).

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Oaksong Music Society & Bernie's Guitar indoor concert series:

~~Friday, May 14, 2010 - Juni Fisher – Western Music’s Songwriter and Entertainer - Showtime 8 PM, tickets $15.
More info at Bernie's (3086 Bechelli Lane, Redding, 530-223-2040; Oaksong web page at www.oaksongs.org .

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Check the schedule for The Palms Playhouse, Winters. March calendar at http://palmsplayhouse.com .

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North Valley Productions. Tickets at www.chicotickets.com or 345-8136 and Diamond W Western Wear, Chico. Check the website for information.

~~~~Saturday, July 10: ......Chico Brew Fest & LITTLE FEAT Concert.

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KZFR Community Radio is proud to announce the first annual “Celebration of the Song,” a folk music contest designed to promote the work of undiscovered singer-songwriter talent in the Northern California folk music scene. KZFR is now accepting entries until June 1st, 2010.“Celebration of the Song” is open to all amateur acoustic folk singer-songwriters who are North State residents and 18 years or older. All submissions must be original material. Folk music is interpreted as “music of the people”. All types of folk music will be allowed.

Seven finalists will be chosen from all valid entries to play a set as part of a live competition on June 22nd at one of Northern California’s top venues, the Sierra Nevada Big Room. The contest will be broadcast live on KZFR 90.1 FM and streamed over the internet at www.kzfr.org. The Grand Prize Winner will be invited to perform at the California World Music Festival on July 16. They will also receive eight hours of free studio recording time at the state-of-the-art Electric Canyon recording studio and a $500.00 gift certificate from the Music Connection in Chico. The outcome of the final competition will be decided by the Big Room audience and a special panel of judges. More information is available at www.kzfr.org or by calling 895-0706. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to advance your musical career!

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Sunday, May 2, Noon: COWBOY SUNDAY at The Verboom Ranch (6058 Co. Rd. 11, Orland, CA 95963). Orland Evangelical Free Church is inviting the community to another Cowboy Sunday family outing which will include a tri-tip barbeque, a junior rodeo for the kids to participate in, horseback rides and a petting zoo of farm animals. Please come and bring the family and invite your friends and enjoy a great afternoon of fun and getting to know each other.

The tri-tip barbeque served from 12:00 to 1:30 PM. At 1:30 Cowboy Church will include a message and concert by Country Artist Charlie Walker. People are invited to bring a friend and be encouraged by stories and songs form the heart of Charlie Walker. The Jr. Rodeo starts at 3 PM.

No cost to attend Cowboy Sunday or any of the events. The optional tri-tip lunch is $5.00 per person and kids under 6 years old eat for free.

More information: contact Grant Garland at (530) 301-6140 or the church office at (530) 865-2453 or visit the website at http://www.orlandefc.org .

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Saturday, May 15 (rescheduled from April 17), 7:30 PM to 10 PM: Thick 'n' Thin Music at Augie's (230 Salem St., Chico). Gordy Ohliger and friends make wonderful music together!

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KRBS-LP, Oroville Community Radio is now streaming audio and video. You can tune in on the web at http://www.radiobirdstreet.org/. Live they are at 107.1 and 95.9. Not available on FM outside the Oroville area.

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FOR SALE:

Venuti accordian, 120 bass, 7 switches, superb classic Italian sound, $600. I'm offering it for sale because I've switched to a 72 bass lighter accordion. It's been completely reconditioned and has great action. Dolores Mitchell, 343-2461.

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U. UTAH PHILLIPS passed away on May 23, 2008. Please support his movement and his music by purchasing his cds and books. More information at http://www.utahphillips.org .
~~~There is a 2-disc memorial to Utah Phillips. The CD is listed by Righteous Babe at a VERY reasonable
$15.98 and if you buy directly from Righteous Babe Records, all the proceeds will go to the benefit!. You can call them at 1-800-ON-HER-OWN and ask for the Utah tribute – item number RBR065-2-CD .
Even better, you can e-mail them at store@righteousbabe.com.
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Instruction for beginning violin-players! I teach the basics, including both how to play by "ear", as well as note-reading. Classical, Celtic, Country, and Bluegrass are just a few of the styles that I teach. Call at (530) 345-8690, and ask for Rebekah.
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Bluegrass, Folk, Swing and Celtic lessons by Sid Lewis on banjo, guitar, mandolin, bass, dobro and drums! Students get CD's of each lesson and custom sheet music...the funnest lessons anywhere! Call the Acoustic College at (530) 894-2526 or visit www.acousticcollege.com.
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Guitar lessons for beginning or near-beginning players. Information: Call (530) 345-2479 and ask for Terry.
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Ukuleles play any kind of music--and ukulele players always have fun! Join local ukulele players (and wannabe ukulele players) at the monthly meeting of Ukuleles of Paradise held 6:30 to 8:15 on the second Thursday of every month at Craig Memorial Congregational Church, 5665 Scottwood, Paradise. A free 30-minute beginner's lesson starts the meeting and newbies will be able to play three chord songs (not necessarily right on tempo!) by the time the regular meeting and playing starts at 7 pm. Find out more at http://ukuleletonya.com/blog/ukuleles-of-paradise .

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~~~Gypsy Jazz Mailing List - Be notified of gypsy jazz and related events in Butte and Shasta County.
Sign up at www.pianofun.com/gypsyjazz
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Love Bluegrass?? Check the California Bluegrass Association website at www.cbaontheweb.org .
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KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web from their new studio. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link. In their 19th year of broadcast!!!!
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Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!
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Support the Butte Folk Music Society--become a member!! Individual membership at $15, family membership at $20, Silver Threads level at $35, Golden Needles level at $50. Send application and fee to address below.

Darla Novak for the
Butte Folk Music Society, 530-895-1952
P.O. Box 3406, Chico, CA 95927

April 22 Events

Vote for your favorite local musicians in the CAMMIES CONTEST sponsored by the Chico News & Review. Here is the link to vote:

http://www.newsreview.com/chico/ballot/cammies10

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http://c1.ezfolk.com/bands/1088/index.php

http://www.fiddlehangout.com/myhangout/music.asp?id=486

Also check out http://www.folkjam.org/ . It's a database of folk jam sessions connected to Google maps.

To see the Butte County events currently listed on folkjam go to:

http://www.folkjam.org/local/map?geostart=39.721/-121.819&radius=50

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Saturday, April 24, 2 PM - 4:45 PM: Bluegrass Jam at Augie's (2nd St. & Salem, Chico) on the 4th Saturday of the month. People who play mandolin, banjo, guitar, fiddle, dobro, bass, and bluegrass harmonica are encouraged to come and jam with us. People who like to sing bluegrass songs, or listen to bluegrass, or simply want to know what the heck bluegrass IS are encouraged to come. We encourage folks to bring songs and tunes of the "founding fathers" of bluegrass-- Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Stanley Brothers, Osborne Brothers, Jim & Jesse--as well as "second generation" bands. Hosted by Lucy, California Bluegrass Association N. CA Area Activities Vice President. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment.

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Saturday, April 24, 7:30 PM (doors open 7 PM):

Coopers Bluff (12679 Merritt Horning Road, Butte Creek Canyon) is proud to present Keith Greeninger and Dayan Kai for our Spring Concert. Keith and Dayan are two extradinary singers AND songwriters. Their vocal blend is one you will not soon forget and Dayan’s instrumental talents will blow you away. Keith and Dayan have just released their new CD “Make it Rain”.

Advance reservations REQUIRED; tickets $20 per person. Call 530-345-2479 or coopers_bluff@wildblue.net .

http://www.keithgreeninger.com/ ; http://www.dayankai.com/home.html

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Ragtime! Folk! Country! Bluegrass! Blues! Cajun! Fiddle Tunes! Boogie-Woogie! Jazz! Gypsy Jazz! Classical!

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Saturday, May 15th Outdoor Concert and Open House Celebration.   The Sierra Sunrise Terrace Apartments presents The Harmonaires (Bob Harrison, Sharon Smith and Pattie Smith) in concert from 1 to 3pm. There will be complimentary refreshments and tours until around 4 PM.
Location:   The Sierra Sunrise Terrace Apartments, 2701 Sierra Sunrise Terrace (across from the Terraces) off Bruce Road, Chico)
Contact:    Jan or Dan Johnson   office 894-3220    cell 520-7004.

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Saturday, May 8, 7 PM - 10 PM: Chico Country Dance Society presents Contra Dance at the Chico Grange Hall (2775 Nord Ave. at Rodeo Ave., near Henshaw. This is not on Hwy 32)

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~~Tuesday, May 11: The Chris Cain Band & Ron Thompson -- Two Legendary Blues Men Together for One Big Show!

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Even more information about what's happening in and around this area at guzzettigazette.com . Check it out and sign up. (That's David Guzzetti!!!!!!)

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CAFE FLO (365 East 6th Street, Chico, 530.402.7121, www.cafeflo.net) events:

~~every Thursday, (EVENING): Open Mic: Cafe Flo's Music-Only Open-Mic Thursdays. Everyone welcome. Every Thursday, ongoing, @ 7-10pm. (Sign-up starts at 630pm.) All ages. No cover.

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MAKE IT SO band has upcoming April dates:

~~Wednesday, April 28th at Studio Inn Lounge, 7-9 PM: no cover.

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Thursday, April 29, 7:30 PM: Folk singer/ photographer/ wilderness advocate Walkin' Jim Stoltz will be performing in Chico at ARC's Pavilion (2040 Park Avenue, Chico) on Thursday, April 29 @ 7:30 p.m. It will be a benefit for the ARC of Butte County and the Chico Creek Nature Center. The program will feature his own music accompanied by a slide show of the many wilderness experiences that he has experienced since he commenced walkin' the wilderness over 24 years ago. Tickets available at the Chico Creek Nature Center, The Arc, and Ed's Printing and at the door. Tickets $12; student price $10. http://www.walkinjim.com/

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GORDY OHLIGER ~~ Banjologist: PBS -Other PBS affiliate stations across the country will different air-dates//next in line is Redding KIXE Ch 9.

You can also stream the documentary from www.kvie.org/viewfinder any time.

A DVD of the program is available from Gordy's web site

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********all performances start at 7:30 PM at Laxson Auditorium, CSU, Chico.***********

~~Friday, April 23: Hemispheres: Chico State BAnd (Harlen Adams Theatre);

~~Friday, April 30: All Aboard -- Railaway: Chico State Guitar Ensemble (Rowland-Taylor Recital Hall);

~~Saturday, May 1: European Masters: Choral Union (Harlen Adams Theatre);

~~Friday, May 14: Rani Arbo & Daisy Mayhem: bluegrass & Americana roots (Laxson Aud.).

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Oaksong Music Society & Bernie's Guitar indoor concert series:

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Check the schedule for The Palms Playhouse, Winters. March calendar at http://palmsplayhouse.com .

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North Valley Productions. Tickets at www.chicotickets.com or 345-8136 and Diamond W Western Wear, Chico. Check the website for information.

~~Thursday, April 22, 7:30 PM (doors 6:30 PM): ..... BRUCE COCKBURN. An evening of Solo Acoustic Music inside Manzanita Place. Seating is general admission. Tickets are $22.00 advance and can be purchased at Diamond W, Lyon Books, Music Connection or online at www.chicotickets.com Info: Steve 345-8136.
>>>>>One of the most intelligent and consistently innovative songwriters in North America.
- The Washington Post........

~~~~Saturday, July 10: ......Chico Brew Fest & LITTLE FEAT Concert.

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No cost to attend Cowboy Sunday or any of the events. The optional tri-tip lunch is $5.00 per person and kids under 6 years old eat for free.

More information: contact Grant Garland at (530) 301-6140 or the church office at (530) 865-2453 or visit the website at http://www.orlandefc.org .

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Saturday, May 15 (rescheduled from April 17), 7:30 PM to 10 PM: Thick 'n' Thin Music at Augie's (230 Salem St., Chico). Gordy Ohliger and friends make wonderful music together!

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FOR SALE:

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~~~Gypsy Jazz Mailing List - Be notified of gypsy jazz and related events in Butte and Shasta County.
Sign up at www.pianofun.com/gypsyjazz
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Love Bluegrass?? Check the California Bluegrass Association website at www.cbaontheweb.org .
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KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web from their new studio. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link. In their 19th year of broadcast!!!!
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Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!
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Support the Butte Folk Music Society--become a member!! Individual membership at $15, family membership at $20, Silver Threads level at $35, Golden Needles level at $50. Send application and fee to address below.

Darla Novak for the
Butte Folk Music Society, 530-895-1952
P.O. Box 3406, Chico, CA 95927

Addendum to April 1 Events

Friday, April 9 at 6:30 PM – The Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic invites you to The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road. There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. We especially welcome fans, families, students and performers . This is a special place for sharing and showcasing talent.

Ragtime! Folk! Country! Bluegrass! Blues! Cajun! Fiddle Tunes! Boogie-Woogie! Jazz! Gypsy Jazz! Classical!

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FOR SALE:

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Saturday, April 10:

~~Laurel Paulson-Pierce will be playing and singing at Scooter's Cafe' Sat. April 10 from 5 - 9 p.m.

The Cafe' is located at 11975 /Highway 70/. at Jarbo Gap in Concow, near the scenic Feather River Canyon. Venue is open for the season and will be having live music on Friday & Saturday nights. Come by and join us, Laurel veraloe@gotsky.com

~~KRBS RADIO is streaming at www.radiobirdstreet.org. Laurel's monthly CROSSROADS SHOW will be broadcast on Sat. Apr. 10 from 1 - 3 PM featuring folk, bluegrass, cowboy, singer-songwriter, and other acoustic and Americana music.

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Saturday, April 11, 8 PM (doors open 7 PM): Dance event at The Birdhouse with PONCHE, a high energy 7-piece Afro-Cuban Salsa Band from Humbolt County (some members come from Argentina).

RSVP AT www.birdhouseconcerts.com or call David or Kerry at 893-9571. Potluck food & drinks.

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Darla Novak

for the Butte Folk Music Society www.bfms.freeservers.com

P.O. Box 3406, Chico, CA 95927 530-895-1952

April 1 Events

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KZFR 90.1 FM (www.kzfr2.org) is currently conducting their membership/pledge drive to gain financial support for the station. Please consider a donation during this time. Listen and support!!!

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Saturday, April 3, 2 PM - 5 PM: Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday per month at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Jams are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month. Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!! Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Saturday, April 10, 2 - 5 PM: Music Circle at Augie's (230 Salem St., Chico, 894-3764) second Saturday of the month. . Bring your instruments and musical energy to the acoustic music circle -- folk, bluegrass, old timey, etc. Meet local musicians to play, sing or just enjoy. Tell your friends!!! For more info contact David at 530-872-2084. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Saturday, April 17, 2 PM - 5 PM: Old Time music jam, at Augie's (230 Salem, Chico) hosted by Michael Springer, old time fiddler. This event is set to happen on the 3rd Saturday of each month. Encouraging those who play clawhammer banjo, fiddle, or guitar to come participate. Listeners are always welcome. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment. For those who might want to "get a leg up" for the Old Time jam repertoire, Michael has tunes posted at these sites:

http://c1.ezfolk.com/bands/1088/index.php

http://www.fiddlehangout.com/myhangout/music.asp?id=486

Also check out http://www.folkjam.org/ . It's a database of folk jam sessions connected to Google maps.

To see the Butte County events currently listed on folkjam go to:

http://www.folkjam.org/local/map?geostart=39.721/-121.819&radius=50

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Wednesday,April 21, 7 PM - 9 PM: At the Acoustic College -- the Slow Jam is on the 3rd Wednesday of each month from now on, still at Sid's, which is on WEST 8th Avenue and from 7 PM to 9:00 PM. This is co-sponsored by the Acoustic College and CBA. The address is 932 West 8th Avenue in Chico. Best directions: from the Esplanade, turn onto W. 8th Avenue. Just past the second roundabout, turn right into the the driveway of the parking lot. Go into the FRONT of the building to find the Acoustic College. We'll be focusing on jam etiquette, back-up playing to support the lead player, and playing simple breaks to bluegrass songs. I will be leading the jam, and have available copies of Slow Jam Tunes, a collection of some basic bluegrass songs, with a CD included. (I have to charge a small fee to cover my costs.) Coffee (decaf) provided. This will be an every "third Wednesday" event!

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Saturday, April 3, 8 PM at the Classical Guitar Project: ANDREW YORK at the 1078 Gallery, Chico. I imagine you'd be pretty hard pressed to find a student of the classical guitar who hasn't played a work by Andrew York. And a good deal of the international success of the LA Guitar Quartet was certainly due to the imaginative compositions that he wrote while he was a member of that very world class ensemble. And this Saturday you can hear him play in the intimate setting of the 1078 Gallery. If you've been a regular attendee of the Classical Guitar Project, then you know you're in for something special, and if you haven't been one, then you need to come out this Saturday and hear one of the superstars of the classical guitar world (And I might recommend to anyone who thinks of it, to throw an extra folding chair or two into your car for this event. I'm not sure how many chairs the gallery has, but I'd like to make sure everyone has a seat!). $10 GENERAL; $5 STUDENTS & SENIORS.

Thanks for all your support, Warren Haskell.

~~~~WARREN HASKELL will be playing at Monk's Wine Lounge on Wednesday night, April 7, from 8 to 10. Hope you can come out and hear some solo guitar and relax mid-week in the very comfortable setting of Monk's.

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Friday, April 16 at 6:30 PM – The Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic invites you to The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road. There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. We especially welcome fans, families, students and performers . This is a special place for sharing and showcasing talent.

Ragtime! Folk! Country! Bluegrass! Blues! Cajun! Fiddle Tunes! Boogie-Woogie! Jazz! Gypsy Jazz! Classical!

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Saturday, April 17, 11 AM -- 5 PM: California Nut Festival at the Patrick Ranch Museum (10381 Midway, Chico). Featuring food, wine, brews, art, displays and music on 2 stages presented by the Butte Folk Music Society:

Headlining M.C.: JOE CRAVEN;

11 AM: SONGBIRD & SCALLYWAG;

11:45 AM: BROWN*JOHNSON*BROWN;

Noon: RUBY HOLLOW BAND;

12:35 PM: THE RAILFLOWERS;

1 PM: LAURA JOPLIN & SAM BEASLEY;

1:25 PM: ROCK CREEK JUG BAND;

2 PM: MOSSY CREEK;

2:25 PM: JASON CONLEY;

3 PM: CRAZY GRASS;

3:10 PM: TRAIL NINETY;

4 PM: JOE CRAVEN on the Main Stage; HARLOWE & THE GREAT NORTH WOODS on the TruckStage.

Tickets $20 available at Tri Counties Bank branches, Art, Etc., Chambers Harvest Shop, Chico C of C; or $25 online or at the event. More info at www.CaliforniaNutFestival.org .

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Saturday, April 3, 7:30 PM -- 10 PM: STUMPJUMPERZ ( Mudcreek Kenny, Bobcat Becca & Buckwheat Bob) play at the Italian Garden in Paradise. Great tunes, great folks, great fun!!!!!

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Saturday, April 10, 7 PM - 10 PM: Chico Country Dance Society presents Contra Dance at the Chico Grange Hall (2775 Nord Ave. at Rodeo Ave., near Henshaw. This is not on Hwy 32)

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~~Tuesday, April 6: 7 WALKERS featuring Bill Kreutzmann & Papa Mali;

~~Monday, April 12: SOLAS -- Celtic-folk ensemble.

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Even more information about what's happening in and around this area at guzzettigazette.com . Check it out and sign up. (That's David Guzzetti!!!!!!)

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CAFE FLO (365 East 6th Street, Chico, 530.402.7121, www.cafeflo.net) events:

~~every Thursday, (EVENING): Open Mic: Cafe Flo's Music-Only Open-Mic Thursdays. Everyone welcome. Every Thursday, ongoing, @ 7-10pm. (Sign-up starts at 630pm.) All ages. No cover.

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Friday, April 9, 8 PM - Midnite: LOOSE CHANGE rocks 'n' rolls at Western Pacific Brewery Company (2191 High St., Oroville, www.westernpacificbd@live.com ).

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RUBY HOLLOW news: new website at www.rubyhollowband.com or http://rubyhollowband.com .

~~~Sunday, April 11, 7:30 PM (doors open 7PM) : Ruby Hollow Band will be performing at Chico Cabaret 2201 Pillsbury Rd in the Almond Orchard Shopping Center opening for Make It So.....sooooo it's gonna be a hoppin' nite of great musica for only $5.

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MAKE IT SO band has two upcoming April dates:

~~Sunday, April 11th at Chico Cabaret (in the Almond Orchard shopping center on Pillsbury Rd.) We are sharing the evening of music with Ruby Hollow Band.

$5 cover... (doors open at 7pm, Ruby Hollow starts at 7:30). Make It So plays at 8:45 PM.

~~Wednesday, April 28th at Studio Inn Lounge, 7-9 PM: no cover.

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GORDY OHLIGER ~~ Banjologist: PBS -Other PBS affiliate stations across the country will different air-dates//next in line is Redding KIXE Ch 9.

You can also stream the documentary from www.kvie.org/viewfinder any time.

A DVD of the program is available from Gordy's web site

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~~Friday, April 9, 2010 – Joy Kills Sorrow - “a modern American stringband,” 8 PM. $15;

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Check the schedule for The Palms Playhouse, Winters. March calendar at http://palmsplayhouse.com .

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North Valley Productions. Tickets at www.chicotickets.com or 345-8136 and Diamond W Western Wear, Chico. Check the website for information.

~~Thursday, April 22, 7:30 PM (doors 6:30 PM): ..... BRUCE COCKBURN. An evening of Solo Acoustic Music inside Manzanita Place. Seating is general admission. Tickets are $22.00 advance and can be purchased at Diamond W, Lyon Books, Music Connection or online at www.chicotickets.com Info: Steve 345-8136.
>>>>>One of the most intelligent and consistently innovative songwriters in North America.
- The Washington Post........

~~~~Saturday, July 10: ......Chico Brew Fest & LITTLE FEAT Concert.

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No cost to attend Cowboy Sunday or any of the events. The optional tri-tip lunch is $5.00 per person and kids under 6 years old eat for free.

More information: contact Grant Garland at (530) 301-6140 or the church office at (530) 865-2453 or visit the website at http://www.orlandefc.org .

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Saturday, May 15 (rescheduled from April 17), 7:30 PM to 10 PM: Thick 'n' Thin Music at Augies (230 Salem St., Chico). Gordy Ohliger and friends make wonderful music together!

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~~~Gypsy Jazz Mailing List - Be notified of gypsy jazz and related events in Butte and Shasta County.
Sign up at www.pianofun.com/gypsyjazz
------------------------------
Love Bluegrass?? Check the California Bluegrass Association website at www.cbaontheweb.org .
-----------------------------------------
KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web from their new studio. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link. In their 19th year of broadcast!!!!
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Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!
---------------------------
Support the Butte Folk Music Society--become a member!! Individual membership at $15, family membership at $20, Silver Threads level at $35, Golden Needles level at $50. Send application and fee to address below.

Darla Novak for the
Butte Folk Music Society, 530-895-1952
P.O. Box 3406, Chico, CA 95927

KZFR 90.1 FM, KCHO/KFPR 91.7 FM, and KPIX Ch. 9 are currently conducting membership/pledge drives to gain financial support for the stations. Please consider a donation during this time. Listen and support!!!

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http://c1.ezfolk.com/bands/1088/index.php

http://www.fiddlehangout.com/myhangout/music.asp?id=486

Also check out http://www.folkjam.org/ . It's a database of folk jam sessions connected to Google maps.

To see the Butte County events currently listed on folkjam go to:

http://www.folkjam.org/local/map?geostart=39.721/-121.819&radius=50

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Saturday, March 27, 2 PM - 4:45 PM: Bluegrass Jam at Augie's (2nd St. & Salem, Chico) on the 4th Saturday of the month. People who play mandolin, banjo, guitar, fiddle, dobro, bass, and bluegrass harmonica are encouraged to come and jam with us. People who like to sing bluegrass songs, or listen to bluegrass, or simply want to know what the heck bluegrass IS are encouraged to come. We encourage folks to bring songs and tunes of the "founding fathers" of bluegrass-- Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Stanley Brothers, Osborne Brothers, Jim & Jesse--as well as "second generation" bands. Hosted by Lucy, California Bluegrass Association N. CA Area Activities Vice President. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment.

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Sunday, March 21, 4 PM:( 2010 at St. James Lutheran Church, 2500 Shasta View Drive, Redding):
Voetberg Family Band is like no other family band. Uniquely and prodigiously talented, the ten children, ranging in age from six to twenty-three, have garnered accolades and awards by the truckload including ten Washington state fiddle championships, eight WSMTA awards for outstanding keyboard and vocal performance, and ten Top Five placements at the National Fiddle Championships. Liddy, 21 years
old, who heads the group, was the 2007 National Fiddle champion in the young adult division. The Voetbergs’ music has followed a serendipitous path of bluegrass, gospel, country, folk, jazz and Celtic influences. Their performances are inspirational and jaw-droppingly phenomenal. More info – contact Tricia Ferguson at #241-6265

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Thursday, April 1, 7 PM - 9 PM: Like to sing for fun? Our Rise Up Singing Circle meets the first Thursday of each month at the Chico Friends Meeting House (corner of 16th St. and Hemlock, Chico). Rise Up Singing is a compilation by Annie Patterson and Peter Blood of great songs for group singing--words only, tunes will be taught. We have some extra books to lend. Musical instruments are welcome as are songs not in the Rise Up Singing Book. Call Leslie Howard, 530 891 0750 if you would like directions or more information.

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Ragtime! Folk! Country! Bluegrass! Blues! Cajun! Fiddle Tunes! Boogie-Woogie! Jazz! Gypsy Jazz! Classical!

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Friday, March 26, 8 PM: Stumpjumperz (Mudcreek Kenny and Buckwheat Bob) will appear at Has Beans (downtown Chico at 5th St & Main).

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Saturday, April 10, 7 PM - 10 PM: Chico Country Dance Society presents Contra Dance at the Chico Grange Hall (2775 Nord Ave. at Rodeo Ave., near Henshaw. This is not on Hwy 32)

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~~Monday, March 29: SONS OF CHAMPLIN;

~~Tuesday, April 6: 7 WALKERS featuring Bill Kreutzmann & Papa Mali;

~~Monday, April 12: SOLAS -- Celtic-folk ensemble.

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CAFE FLO (365 East 6th Street, Chico, 530.402.7121, www.cafeflo.net) events:

~~Thursday, March 25 (EVENING): Open Mic: Cafe Flo's Music-Only Open-Mic Thursdays. Everyone welcome. Every Thursday, ongoing, @ 7-10pm. (Sign-up starts at 630pm.) All ages. No cover.

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RUBY HOLLOW news: new website at www.rubyhollowband.com or http://rubyhollowband.com .

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GORDY OHLIGER ~~ Banjologist: PBS -Other PBS affiliate stations across the country will different air-dates//next in line is Redding KIXE Ch 9.

You can also stream the documentary from www.kvie.org/viewfinder any time.

A DVD of the program is available from Gordy's web site

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(Bands will actually get paid too so let's support this!!)

First up: Eyewitness Blues-featuring Randall Alhswede & Eric Weber;

Second: The Fabulous Amy Celeste Band- with Amy on vocals and Son Rey Garcia on Guitar;

Closing the Show: The Karma Kings- featuring the vocals of Jonathon Arthur and guitar and keyboards of Alan Rigg.

Let's Support the Blues and Live Music-

~~Friday, April 9, 2010 – Joy Kills Sorrow - “a modern American stringband,” 8 PM $15;

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Sunday, March 21, 4 PM: Grammy Award-winning EUGENE FRIESEN AND FRIENDS will perform at the HISTORIC RICHVALE SCHOOL at the Richvale Auditorium in a benefit concert. $25 per ticket. The concert will be a combination of world music and acoustic jazz. (The Celloman link is actually more of a program for children and adolescents. He is going to stay over after the benefit concert and do the his cello man show for the grammar school.) For information contact: Terry Lattemore or Rick Josiassen. *Phone:* (530) 868-5993 *Email: *richvaleconcert@gmail.com .

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Check the schedule for The Palms Playhouse, Winters. March calendar at http://palmsplayhouse.com .

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North Valley Productions. Tickets at www.chicotickets.com or 345-8136 and Diamond W Western Wear, Chico. Check the website for information.

~~Thursday, April 22: BRUCE COCKBURN.

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Saturday, April 17, 7:30 PM to 10 PM: Thick 'n' Thin Music at Augies (230 Salem St., Chico). Gordy Ohliger and friends make wonderful music together!

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~~~Gypsy Jazz Mailing List - Be notified of gypsy jazz and related events in Butte and Shasta County.
Sign up at www.pianofun.com/gypsyjazz
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Love Bluegrass?? Check the California Bluegrass Association website at www.cbaontheweb.org .
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KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web from their new studio. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link. In their 19th year of broadcast!!!!
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Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!
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Support the Butte Folk Music Society--become a member!! Individual membership at $15, family membership at $20, Silver Threads level at $35, Golden Needles level at $50. Send application and fee to address below.

Darla Novak for the
Butte Folk Music Society, 530-895-1952
P.O. Box 3406, Chico, CA 95927

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Butte Folk Music Society has t-shirts for sale at $10 in sizes L and XL, natural color (light beige) and a darker green/brown with a colorful logo. Get yours now. More info at 895-1952 by leaving message or email novakd42@aol.com.

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Wednesday, March 10, 6 PM: MISTY MORN (Jewel Cardinet, Rebekah Snow, & Mark McKinnon) a top-notch Irish trio will be playing at 6 PM for an early St. Patrick's day party at The Terraces Lodge (2760 Sierra Sunrise Drive, Chico). Admission is free.

However, anyone who wants to come at 5 PM for the $10 dinner should call 894-5429 to RSVP to make reservations for the dinner preceding the concert with MISTY MORN.

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Saturday, March 6, 2 PM - 5 PM: Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday per month at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Jams are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month. Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!! Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Saturday, March 13, 2 - 5 PM: Music Circle at Augie's (230 Salem St., Chico, 894-3764) second Saturday of the month. . Bring your instruments and musical energy to the acoustic music circle -- folk, bluegrass, old timey, etc. Meet local musicians to play, sing or just enjoy. Tell your friends!!! For more info contact David at 530-872-2084. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Saturday, March 20, 2 PM - 5 PM: Old Time music jam, at Augie's (230 Salem, Chico) hosted by Michael Springer, old time fiddler. This event is set to happen on the 3rd Saturday of each month. Encouraging those who play clawhammer banjo, fiddle, or guitar to come participate. Listeners are always welcome. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment. For those who might want to "get a leg up" for the Old Time jam repertoire, Michael has tunes posted at these sites:

http://c1.ezfolk.com/bands/1088/index.php

http://www.fiddlehangout.com/myhangout/music.asp?id=486

Also check out http://www.folkjam.org/ . It's a database of folk jam sessions connected to Google maps.

To see the Butte County events currently listed on folkjam go to:

http://www.folkjam.org/local/map?geostart=39.721/-121.819&radius=50

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Wednesday, March 17, 7 PM - 9 PM: At the Acoustic College -- the Slow Jam is on the 3rd Wednesday of each month from now on, still at Sid's, which is on WEST 8th Avenue and from 7 PM to 9:00 PM. This is co-sponsored by the Acoustic College and CBA. The address is 932 West 8th Avenue in Chico. Best directions: from the Esplanade, turn onto W. 8th Avenue. Just past the second roundabout, turn right into the the driveway of the parking lot. Go into the FRONT of the building to find the Acoustic College. We'll be focusing on jam etiquette, back-up playing to support the lead player, and playing simple breaks to bluegrass songs. I will be leading the jam, and have available copies of Slow Jam Tunes, a collection of some basic bluegrass songs, with a CD included. (I have to charge a small fee to cover my costs.) Coffee (decaf) provided. This will be an every "third Wednesday" event!

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Thursday, March 4, 7 PM - 9 PM: Like to sing for fun? Our Rise Up Singing Circle meets the first Thursday of each month at the Chico Friends Meeting House (corner of 16th St. and Hemlock, Chico). Rise Up Singing is a compilation by Annie Patterson and Peter Blood of great songs for group singing--words only, tunes will be taught. We have some extra books to lend. Musical instruments are welcome as are songs not in the Rise Up Singing Book. Call Leslie Howard, 530 891 0750 if you would like directions or more information.

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Friday, March 12 at 6:30pm – The Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic invites you to The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road. There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. We especially welcome fans, families, students and performers . This is a special place for sharing and showcasing talent.

Ragtime! Folk! Country! Bluegrass! Blues! Cajun! Fiddle Tunes! Boogie-Woogie! Jazz! Gypsy Jazz! Classical!

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Bernie Pardon LoFaso – Ragtime Compositions Volume One is now for sale at the Music Connection, 973 East Ave. Chico.
This $13 book contains eleven of her compositions in piano scores, lead sheets and a midi CD.

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Thursday, March 4, 4 PM to 5 PM: Bernie LoFaso will be having a book and CD signing hosted by the Sierra Sunrise Terrace Apartments (Club Room #211, 2701 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, across from the Terraces, off Bruce Road, Chico). Her book “Bernie Pardon LoFaso Ragtime Compositions – Volume One” contains eleven of her compositions in piano scores, lead sheets and a midi CD for $13. The CD separately packaged in a jewel case is $10. There will be complimentary light refreshments with her CD playing in the background and the conversation subject will be MUSIC.
Contact: Bob or Bernie LoFaso 894-6854 b_lofaso@hotmail.com ragtimeandtinpanalley@hotmail.com

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Sunday, March 7, 5 PM: VICKI GENFAN at the Chico Grange (2775 Old Nord Ave., Chico). A Benefit for Chico Grange and KZFR Community Radio. Tickets: $12 in advance, $15 at the door.

>>>Guitar Superstar (Guitar Magazine 2008) Vicki Genfan with openers Sid Lewis and comedy act Swami Beyondananda.

>>>Chili and Tamale dinner available, along with Knudsen's drinks, Sierra Nevada Ale and wine.

Tickets available @ Chico Natural Foods, The Music Connection, Diamond W, Paradise Juice and Java on Skyway, and at the door. www.kzfr.org

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Saturday, March 13, 7 PM - 10 PM: Chico Country Dance Society presents Contra Dance at the Chico Grange Hall (2775 Nord Ave. at Rodeo Ave., near Henshaw. This is not on Hwy 32)

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~~Monday, March 8: ERIC BIBB -- acoustic bluesman;

~~Monday, March 29: SONS OF CHAMPLIN;

~~Tuesday, April 6: 7 WALKERS featuring Bill Kreutzmann & Papa Mali;

~~Monday, April 12: SOLAS -- Celtic-folk ensemble.

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Wednesday, March 17, PM: RUBY HOLLOW BAND (Jo Chavez, David Cowan, David Bilinski, & Alice Peake) plays at Cafe Flo for ST. PATRICK'S day (evening) and we've whipped up a few Irish things....don't be expecting any ceili dancing or fancy ullilean pipes to be happening...but you can expect another good time and good music!
COME GET GREEN with us! www.rubyhollowband.com

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CAFE FLO (365 East 6th Street, Chico, 530.402.7121, www.cafeflo.net) events:

~~Friday, March 5 (LUNCHTIME): Live Music: Mike "Bags" Bagwell (Ukulele/12-String/Vocals). 11am-1pm. All ages. No cover.;
~~Friday, March 5 (EVENING): Live Music: Epitaph of Atlas (Doom), Wretch (Progressive Metal), Aberrance (Groove), System 32 (Progressive Metal), Naomi Ruth Eisenberg (Experimental Swing). Starts @ 7pm. All ages. $5 @ the door;

~~Saturday, March 6 (LUNCHTIME): Live Music: Jamey Smith (Solo Guitar). 11am-1pm. All ages. No cover.;

~~Saturday, March 6 (EVENING): Kyle Williams, Sean Martin, Dan Krikorian (Acoustic/Soul/Pop/Alternative/Folk Rock). Starts @ 7pm. All ages. $5 @ the door;

~~Sunday, March 7 (EVENING): From Bloomington, IN, Elephant Micah (Lo-Fi/Indie), with Chico's Lucas Sarcona (Indie/Folk), FERA (Acoustic/Experimental), & Abigail (Acoustic/Folk). Starts @ 7pm. All ages. $5 @ the door.

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GORDY OHLIGER ~~ Banjologist: PBS -Other PBS affiliate stations across the country will different air-dates//next in line is Redding KIXE Ch 9.

You can also stream the documentary from www.kvie.org/viewfinder any time.

A DVD of the program is available from Gordy's web site

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~~Fri., March 12: Bill Evans and Megan Lynch - Redding native Megan Lynch comes home with banjo master Bill Evans- $15;

~~Sat., March 20: Stacey Earle and Mark Stuart - the duo's farewell tour- $15;

~~Friday, April 9, 2010 – Joy Kills Sorrow - “a modern American stringband,” 8 PM $15;

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Saturday, March 6 at Grilla Bites restaurant (on Cohasset Rd., Chico), 7 PM - 8:30 PM:

Wednesday, March 10, Studio Inn Lounge (on the Esplanade at Lassen, Chico), 7 PM - 9 PM:

MAKE IT SO will be performing their folk rhythmic originals especially for you. Band members are Bob & Peggy Kirkland, Hugh Santos, and Bob Littell.

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Check the schedule for The Palms Playhouse, Winters. March calendar at http://palmsplayhouse.com .

~~Wednesday, March 3: DRY BRANCH FIRE SQUAD;

~~Friday March 5: BATTLEFIELD BAND;

~~Saturday, March 6: MARK STUART & THE BASTARD SONS; also DAVE GLEASON & THE GOLDEN CADILLACS.
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North Valley Productions. Tickets at www.chicotickets.com or 345-8136 and Diamond W Western Wear, Chico. Check the website for information.

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Saturday and Sunday, March 20 and 21: Sixth annual Big Sur Songwriting Workshop will take place
in Santa Cruz where we'll be meeting in the upstairs room at the Resource Center for Non-Violence. Workshops will run from 10 AM to 5 PM on Saturday and Sunday with an hour lunch break. From 7 PM to 10 PM both nights we'll get to perform for the whole group.

Workshop limited to 20 people to make sure that everybody gets to share several songs with the group.
Fee for attending the workshop and all activities connected with it is $125. To reserve a place send a
non-refundable deposit of $25. We'll need to have the remaining $100 by March 1. Please make your
check payable to Compass Rose Music and send it to the address below.
Steve Gillette, Compass Rose Music, Post Office Box 1501, Bennington, VT 05201;
Steve@Compassrosemusic.com
http://www.compassrosemusic.com

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Saturday, April 17, 7:30 PM to 10 PM: Thick 'n' Thin Music at Augies (230 Salem St., Chico). Gordy Ohliger and friends make wonderful music together!

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~~~Gypsy Jazz Mailing List - Be notified of gypsy jazz and related events in Butte and Shasta County.
Sign up at www.pianofun.com/gypsyjazz
------------------------------
Love Bluegrass?? Check the California Bluegrass Association website at www.cbaontheweb.org .
-----------------------------------------
KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web from their new studio. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link. In their 19th year of broadcast!!!!
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Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!
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Support the Butte Folk Music Society--become a member!! Individual membership at $15, family membership at $20, Silver Threads level at $35, Golden Needles level at $50. Send application and fee to address below.

Darla Novak for the
Butte Folk Music Society, 530-895-1952
P.O. Box 3406, Chico, CA 95927

***Next board meeting, Thursday, February 25, 7 PM. Call for address of meeting. 530-895-1952.

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A Celebration of Jan Doney's life will be held on Saturday, February 27 at the Bidwell Presbyterian Church starting at 1:00 pm. She passed from this life over the weekend.
Jan was an amazing and energetic part of our greater music and art community. She tremendously influenced the lives of many children and adults through her over 20 years of teaching music and Fine Arts in the school district. She played the harp, flute and guitar. She loved to sing. She gave so much to those she came into contact with. Come honor her on this day.

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Sunday, February 28, 7 PM: Former local folkie and now internationally renown musician DEBRA COWAN with guest guitarist, Brooks Williams, performs at the Chico Grange (2775 Nord Hwy, Chico). Tickets are $12 general and $10 for Butte Folk Music Society members. You can purchase tickets at Pullins Cyclery (801 Main St. Chico) or by calling (530) 342-1055. Check her website at www.debracowan.com .

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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 8 PM: CLASSICAL GUITAR PROJECT at the 1078 GALLERY (Broadway & 9th St., downtown Chico). $10 at the door. Brought to you by Warren Haskell -- I'm extremely pleased to bring back Ben Barron to the Guitar Project this Saturday. Ben was the first "guest" guitarist to perform 2 years ago this month and played to a packed house. He is not only a fabulously gifted and versatile player with a rock solid technique, but is also a wonderful storyteller with a great sense of humor. His 2 CD's are among my most played recordings. The evening will open with a handful of duets performed by Toby Roye, John Mahoney and myself (Warren Haskell). .

On May 1st, the Classical Guitar Project will bring back Gyan Riley, son of Terry Riley, one of America's foremost composers. Gyan is an exquisite composer and guitarist and puts on a show that you will definitely want to see and hear.

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http://c1.ezfolk.com/bands/1088/index.php

http://www.fiddlehangout.com/myhangout/music.asp?id=486

Also check out http://www.folkjam.org/ . It's a database of folk jam sessions connected to Google maps.

To see the Butte County events currently listed on folkjam go to:

http://www.folkjam.org/local/map?geostart=39.721/-121.819&radius=50

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Saturday, February 27, 2 PM - 4:45 PM: Bluegrass Jam at Augie's (2nd St. & Salem, Chico) on the 4th Saturday of the month. People who play mandolin, banjo, guitar, fiddle, dobro, bass, and bluegrass harmonica are encouraged to come and jam with us. People who like to sing bluegrass songs, or listen to bluegrass, or simply want to know what the heck bluegrass IS are encouraged to come. We encourage folks to bring songs and tunes of the "founding fathers" of bluegrass-- Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Stanley Brothers, Osborne Brothers, Jim & Jesse--as well as "second generation" bands. Hosted by Lucy, California Bluegrass Association N. CA Area Activities Vice President. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment.

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Ragtime! Folk! Country! Bluegrass! Blues! Cajun! Fiddle Tunes! Boogie-Woogie! Jazz! Gypsy Jazz! Classical!

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Thursday, March 4, 4 PM to 5 PM: Bernie LoFaso will be having a book and CD signing hosted by the Sierra Sunrise Terrace Apartments (Club Room #211, 2701 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, across from the Terraces, off Bruce Road, Chico). Her book “Bernie Pardon LoFaso Ragtime Compositions – Volume One” contains eleven of her compositions in piano scores, lead sheets and a midi CD for $13. The CD separately packaged in a jewel case is $10. There will be complimentary light refreshments with her CD playing in the background and the conversation subject will be MUSIC.
Contact: Bob or Bernie LoFaso 894-6854 b_lofaso@hotmail.com ragtimeandtinpanalley@hotmail.com

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Saturday, March 13, 7 PM - 10 PM: Chico Country Dance Society presents Contra Dance at the Chico Grange Hall (2775 Nord Ave. at Rodeo Ave., near Henshaw. This is not on Hwy 32)

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GORDY OHLIGER ~~ Banjologist: PBS -Other PBS affiliate stations across the country will different air-dates//next in line is Redding KIXE Ch 9.

You can also stream the documentary from www.kvie.org/viewfinder any time.

A DVD of the program is available from Gordy's web site

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Swing & Latin Dance Party -- it's free!!: The Roosters are sponsoring Swing and Latin Dance Party, which is conducting every Wednesday at alternating clubs, the Towne Lounge and Nick's in Chico, as well as doing our show this week on Saturday, February 27, at the Italian Garden in Paradise.
The reception to the new show has been delicious to say the least, with tasty samba and swing tunes to sweep you off your feet. It's all Free!! Bring your ID and be ready for a great time! (Call mentioned venues for times.)

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~~Fri., March 12: Bill Evans and Megan Lynch - Redding native Megan Lynch comes home with banjo master Bill Evans- $15;

~~Sat., March 20: Stacey Earle and Mark Stuart - the duo's farewell tour- $15;

~~Friday, April 9, 2010 – Joy Kills Sorrow - “a modern American stringband,” 8 PM $15;

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Saturday, March 6 at Grilla Bites restaurant (on Cohasset Rd., Chico), 7 PM - 8:30 PM:

Wednesday, March 10, Studio Inn Lounge (on the Esplanade at Lassen, Chico), 7 PM - 9 PM:

MAKE IT SO will be performing their folk rhythmic originals especially for you. Band members are Bob & Peggy Kirkland, Hugh Santos, and Bob Littell.

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Sunday, March 21, 4 PM: Grammy Award-winning EUGENE FRIESEN AND FRIENDS will perform at the HISTORIC RICHVALE SCHOOL at the Richvale Auditorium in a benefit concert. $25 per ticket. The concert will be a combination of world music and acoustic jazz. (The Celloman link is actually more of a program from children and adolescents. He is going to stay over after the benefit concert and do the his cello man show for the grammar school.) For information contact: Terry Lattemore or Rick Josiassen. *Phone:* (530) 868-5993 *Email: *richvaleconcert@gmail.com .

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Check the schedule for The Palms Playhouse, Winters. February calendar at http://palmsplayhouse.com .
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North Valley Productions. Tickets at www.chicotickets.com or 345-8136 and Diamond W Western Wear, Chico. Check the website for information.

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Saturday, April 17, 7:30 PM to 10 PM: Thick 'n' Thin Music at Augies (230 Salem St., Chico). Gordy Ohliger and friends make wonderful music together!

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~~~Gypsy Jazz Mailing List - Be notified of gypsy jazz and related events in Butte and Shasta County.
Sign up at www.pianofun.com/gypsyjazz
------------------------------
Love Bluegrass?? Check the California Bluegrass Association website at www.cbaontheweb.org .
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KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web from their new studio. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link. In their 19th year of broadcast!!!!
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Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!
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Support the Butte Folk Music Society--become a member!! Individual membership at $15, family membership at $20, Silver Threads level at $35, Golden Needles level at $50. Send application and fee to address below.

Darla Novak for the
Butte Folk Music Society, 530-895-1952
P.O. Box 3406, Chico, CA 95927

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Saturday, February 20, 2 PM - 5 PM: Old Time music jam, at Augie's (230 Salem, Chico) hosted by Michael Springer, old time fiddler. This event is set to happen on the 3rd Saturday of each month. Encouraging those who play clawhammer banjo, fiddle, or guitar to come participate. Listeners are always welcome. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment. For those who might want to "get a leg up" for the Old Time jam repertoire, Michael has tunes posted at these sites:

http://c1.ezfolk.com/bands/1088/index.php

http://www.fiddlehangout.com/myhangout/music.asp?id=486

Also check out http://www.folkjam.org/ . It's a database of folk jam sessions connected to Google maps.

To see the Butte County events currently listed on folkjam go to:

http://www.folkjam.org/local/map?geostart=39.721/-121.819&radius=50

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Wednesday, February 17, 7 PM - 9 PM: At the Acoustic College -- the Slow Jam is on the 3rd Wednesday of each month from now on, still at Sid's, which is on WEST 8th Avenue and from 7 PM to 9:00 PM. This is co-sponsored by the Acoustic College and CBA. The address is 932 West 8th Avenue in Chico. Best directions: from the Esplanade, turn onto W. 8th Avenue. Just past the second roundabout, turn right into the the driveway of the parking lot. Go into the FRONT of the building to find the Acoustic College. We'll be focusing on jam etiquette, back-up playing to support the lead player, and playing simple breaks to bluegrass songs. I will be leading the jam, and have available copies of Slow Jam Tunes, a collection of some basic bluegrass songs, with a CD included. (I have to charge a small fee to cover my costs.) Coffee (decaf) provided. This will be an every "third Wednesday" event!

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Saturday, February 20, 8 PM -- 11 PM: Ha'Penny Bridge plays at Cafe Coda (Humboldt Ave., Chico).
The full band will be performing, along with Molly McNally on vocals. Come early for a good seat!

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Sunday, February 28, 7 PM: DEBRA COWAN performs at the Chico Grange (2775 Nord Hwy, Chico). Tickets are $12 general and $10 for Butte Folk Music Society members. You can purchase tickets at Pullins Cyclery (801 Main St. Chico) or by calling (530) 342-1055.

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Ragtime! Folk! Country! Bluegrass! Blues! Cajun! Fiddle Tunes! Boogie-Woogie! Jazz! Gypsy Jazz! Classical!

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Saturday, March 13, 7 PM - 10 PM: Chico Country Dance Society presents Contra Dance at the Chico Grange Hall (2775 Nord Ave. at Rodeo Ave., near Henshaw. This is not on Hwy 32)

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~~Wednesday, February 17: DIRTY DOZEN BRASS BAND -- traditional New Orleans exhuberance.

~~Tuesday, February 23: TIM O'BRIEN TRIO (with Mike Bubb on bass; Bryan Sutton on guitar) -- 3 roots/Americana superstars.

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Wednesday, February 17, 7 PM; and Sunday, February 21, 6 PM: GORDY OHLIGER ~~ Banjologist: PBS - KVIE Channel 6 "Viewfinder" airs this documentary about his career and vision.

Other PBS affiliate stations across the country will different air-dates//next in line is Redding KIXE Ch 9.

You can also stream the documentary from www.kvie.org/viewfinder any time.

A DVD of the program is available from Gordy's web site

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~~Sat., February 20, 2010 - Jim Hurst - IBMA's Guitar Player of the Year 2001 & 2002. Nominated every year since 2000 - Showtime 8 PM, tickets - $15;

~~Fri., March 12: Bill Evans and Megan Lynch - Redding native Megan Lynch comes home with banjo master Bill Evans- $15;

~~Sat., March 20: Stacey Earle and Mark Stuart - the duo's farewell tour- $15;

~~Friday, April 9, 2010 – Joy Kills Sorrow - “a modern American stringband,” 8 PM $15;

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Saturday, March 6 at Grilla Bites restaurant (on Cohasset Rd., Chico), 7 PM - 8:30 PM:

Wednesday, March 10, Studio Inn Lounge (on the Esplanade at Lassen, Chico), 7 PM - 9 PM:

MAKE IT SO will be performing their folk rhythmic originals especially for you. Band members are Bob & Peggy Kirkland, Hugh Santos, and Bob Littell.

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Sunday, March 21, 4 PM: Grammy Award-winning EUGENE FRIESEN AND FRIENDS will perform at the HISTORIC RICHVALE SCHOOL at the Richvale Auditorium in a benefit concert. $25 per ticket. The concert will be a combination of world music and acoustic jazz. (The Celloman link is actually more of a program from children and adolescents. He is going to stay over after the benefit concert and do the his cello man show for the grammar school.) For information contact: Terry Lattemore or Rick Josiassen. *Phone:* (530) 868-5993 *Email: *richvaleconcert@gmail.com .

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Check the schedule for The Palms Playhouse, Winters. December calendar at http://palmsplayhouse.com .
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North Valley Productions. Tickets at www.chicotickets.com or 345-8136 and Diamond W Western Wear, Chico. Check the website for information.

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Sunday, February 21 at 3 PM: Red Dragonfly Productions presents VOENA “having a heart for the homeless”, a Benefit Concert for the Christian Help Center at the Empress Theatre (330 Virginia Street
Vallejo, CA 94590). Tickets are $15-$24. Buy online www.empresstheatre.org or phone 707.552.2400
Patrons are asked to bring their old and used shoes to the theatre to donate to the Christian Help Center.

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Saturday, April 17, 7:30 PM to 10 PM: Thick 'n' Thin Music at Augies (230 Salem St., Chico). Gordy Ohliger and friends make wonderful music together!

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Music stuff for sale: Call Gary at 530-898-8721 and leave a message:

~~~Martin D-28 guitar, 1972. Reburbished by Elderly Instruments--better than new. Custom E-tronics. Stage ready. Accessories. $2200.

~~4-sp. Rack Sys Sound conditioner for PA/studio. Noise gate compl lim + 2x15 EQ + Multi fx + power bar w/pull-out lights. $300.

~~Bass gear: Fender BXR100 (watt) 15" combo. $200.

~~Zoom 506 fx processor. $50.

~~Hip shot bass extender (to low D). $20.

~~Monster bass cable. $50.

~~Books, magazines. $20.

~~Peavey Classic 30 tube combo (overdrive switch needs replacement). $175.

~~Guitar fx: Digitech RP6. Has everything. $125.

~~SMS7 Kit. Cords. Hi-end stand. $100.

~~2 Pearl condenser mics w/cords. $80.

~~Pedals: Morley Wah/vol, original Crybaby, DOD 8-band EQ, DOD passive mixer, A-B box. BOSS OC-2 octave MXR Phase 90. EBT Hum Eliminator. Horizon passive DB. Call for price.

~~Big Technics Keyboard pro-level w/stand and accessories. $300.

~~Antique Hugh Tracey Kalimba.

~~plus, rhythm instruments, guitar & amp stands, cords, books, mags.

~~Infinity 3-pc. speaker set. 1 sub + 2 bookshelf. Brilliant. $125.

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KRBS-LP, Oroville Community Radio is now streaming audio and video. You can tune in on the web at http://www.radiobirdstreet.org/. Live they are at 107.1 and 95.9. Not available on FM outside the Oroville area.

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~~~Gypsy Jazz Mailing List - Be notified of gypsy jazz and related events in Butte and Shasta County.
Sign up at www.pianofun.com/gypsyjazz
------------------------------
Love Bluegrass?? Check the California Bluegrass Association website at www.cbaontheweb.org .
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KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web from their new studio. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link. In their 19th year of broadcast!!!!
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Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!
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Support the Butte Folk Music Society--become a member!! Individual membership at $15, family membership at $20, Silver Threads level at $35, Golden Needles level at $50. Send application and fee to address below.

Darla Novak for the
Butte Folk Music Society, 530-895-1952
P.O. Box 3406, Chico, CA 95927

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Friday, February 5, 7 PM: AMBER DARLAND, singer/songwriter will be performing at Cafe Flo (around the corner from the Pageant Theatre, Chico). She is from Bellingham, WA, and is currently touring the West Coast. $5 cover charge. www.amberdarland.com .

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Saturday, February 6, 2 PM - 5 PM: Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday per month at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Jams are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month. Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!! Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Saturday, February 13, 2 - 5 PM: Music Circle at Augie's (230 Salem St., Chico, 894-3764) second Saturday of the month. . Bring your instruments and musical energy to the acoustic music circle -- folk, bluegrass, old timey, etc. Meet local musicians to play, sing or just enjoy. Tell your friends!!! For more info contact David at 530-872-2084. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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http://c1.ezfolk.com/bands/1088/index.php

http://www.fiddlehangout.com/myhangout/music.asp?id=486

Also check out http://www.folkjam.org/ . It's a database of folk jam sessions connected to Google maps.

To see the Butte County events currently listed on folkjam go to:

http://www.folkjam.org/local/map?geostart=39.721/-121.819&radius=50

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Thursday, February 4, 7 PM - 9 PM: Like to sing for fun? Our Rise Up Singing Circle meets the first Thursday of each month at the Chico Friends Meeting House (corner of 16th St. and Hemlock, Chico). Rise Up Singing is a compilation by Annie Patterson and Peter Blood of great songs for group singing--words only, tunes will be taught. We have some extra books to lend. Musical instruments are welcome as are songs not in the Rise Up Singing Book. Call Leslie Howard, 530 891 0750 if you would like directions or more information.

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Friday, February 12 at 6:30pm – The Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic invites you to The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road. There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. We especially welcome fans, families, students and performers . This is a special place for sharing and showcasing talent.

Ragtime! Folk! Country! Bluegrass! Blues! Cajun! Fiddle Tunes! Boogie-Woogie! Jazz! Gypsy Jazz! Classical!

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Bernie Pardon LoFaso – Ragtime Compositions Volume One is now for sale at the Music Connection, 973 East Ave.
This $13 book contains eleven of her compositions in piano scores, lead sheets and a midi CD.

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Saturday, February 6, 9 PM - 1:30 AM: The RiverRock Band's first show of this year is coming up in Red Bluff @ The End Up, Originally known as "The Brunny" (Brunswick), the new owners have reopened with a bang! No cover! Guaranteed to please classic Rock fans...hey we do some other stuff too!

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Saturday, February 13, 7 PM - 10 PM: Chico Country Dance Society presents Contra Dance at the Chico Grange Hall (2775 Nord Ave. at Rodeo Ave., near Henshaw. This is not on Hwy 32)

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~~Wednesday, February 17: DIRTY DOZEN BRASS BAND -- traditional New Orleans exhuberance.

~~Tuesday, February 23: TIM O'BRIEN TRIO (with Mike Bubb on bass; Bryan Sutton on guitar) -- 3 roots/Americana superstars.

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Sunday, February 28, 7 PM: DEBRA COWAN performs at the Chico Grange (2775 Nord Hwy. Tickets are $12 general and $10 for Butte Folk Music Society members. You can purchase tickets at Pullins Cyclery 801 Main St or by calling (530) 342-1055.

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~~Friday, February 5, 2010 - Sourdough Slim and Bob Armstrong, Showtime 8 PM - tickets $18;

~~Sat., February 20, 2010 - Jim Hurst - IBMA's Guitar Player of the Year 2001 & 2002. Nominated every year since 2000 - Showtime 8 PM, tickets - $15;

~~Fri., March 12: Bill Evans and Megan Lynch - Redding native Megan Lynch comes home with banjo master Bill Evans- $15;

~~Sat., March 20: Stacey Earle and Mark Stuart - the duo's farewell tour- $15;

~~Friday, April 9, 2010 – Joy Kills Sorrow - “a modern American stringband,” 8 PM $15;

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Check the schedule for The Palms Playhouse, Winters. December calendar at http://palmsplayhouse.com .
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North Valley Productions. Tickets at www.chicotickets.com or 345-8136 and Diamond W Western Wear, Chico. Check the website for information.

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Saturday, February 13, 7:30 PM (doors open 7 PM): Coopers Bluff brings back HOUSTON JONES for their Winter Concert. Houston Jones is a high energy 5 member Americana band who play an original blend of folk, blues, bluegrass and gospel. The members of the band are:

Glen “Houston” Pomianek, Bammie-Award winning lead guitarist; Travis Jones, Lead vocals and guitar;

Peter Tucker on Drums; Chris Kee on Bass; Henry Salvia on Keyboards.

Venue at 12679 Merritt Horning Road, Butte Creek Canyon. Advance reservations required.

Tickets $20 per person. Reservations: (530) 345-2479 or reply to this email at: coopers_bluff@wildblue.net

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Saturday, April 17, 7:30 PM to 10 PM: Thick 'n' Thin Music at Augies (230 Salem St., Chico). Gordy Ohliger and friends make wonderful music together!

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Music stuff for sale: Call Gary at 530-898-8721 and leave a message:

~~~Martin D-28 guitar, 1972. Reburbished by Elderly Instruments--better than new. Custom E-tronics. Stage ready. Accessories. $2200.

~~4-sp. Rack Sys Sound conditioner for PA/studio. Noise gate compl lim + 2x15 EQ + Multi fx + power bar w/pull-out lights. $300.

~~Bass gear: Fender BXR100 (watt) 15" combo. $200.

~~Zoom 506 fx processor. $50.

~~Hip shot bass extender (to low D). $20.

~~Monster bass cable. $50.

~~Books, magazines. $20.

~~Peavey Classic 30 tube combo (overdrive switch needs replacement). $175.

~~Guitar fx: Digitech RP6. Has everything. $125.

~~SMS7 Kit. Cords. Hi-end stand. $100.

~~2 Pearl condenser mics w/cords. $80.

~~Pedals: Morley Wah/vol, original Crybaby, DOD 8-band EQ, DOD passive mixer, A-B box. BOSS OC-2 octave MXR Phase 90. EBT Hum Eliminator. Horizon passive DB. Call for price.

~~Big Technics Keyboard pro-level w/stand and accessories. $300.

~~Antique Hugh Tracey Kalimba.

~~plus, rhythm instruments, guitar & amp stands, cords, books, mags.

~~Infinity 3-pc. speaker set. 1 sub + 2 bookshelf. Brilliant. $125.

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~~~Gypsy Jazz Mailing List - Be notified of gypsy jazz and related events in Butte and Shasta County.
Sign up at www.pianofun.com/gypsyjazz
------------------------------
Love Bluegrass?? Check the California Bluegrass Association website at www.cbaontheweb.org .
-----------------------------------------
KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web from their new studio. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link. In their 19th year of broadcast!!!!
-----------------------
Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!
---------------------------
Support the Butte Folk Music Society--become a member!! Individual membership at $15, family membership at $20, Silver Threads level at $35, Golden Needles level at $50. Send application and fee to address below.

Darla Novak for the
Butte Folk Music Society, 530-895-1952
P.O. Box 3406, Chico, CA 95927

Tuesday, January 26, 7:30 PM/ doors open 7 PM: Continuing our tradition of bringing great Bluegrass music to the north state, the Orland Evangelical Free Church is pleased to present Special Consensus in concert at the Verboom Ranch (6058 County Road 11, Orland, in the Murdock School House; intersection of County Roads DD and 11). Celebrate the 35th year with the band (and a couple of new band members). Tickets are $15.00 at the door. Band info at www.specialc.com .

For more information call Grant Garland at (530) 301-6140.

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http://c1.ezfolk.com/bands/1088/index.php

http://www.fiddlehangout.com/myhangout/music.asp?id=486

Also check out http://www.folkjam.org/ . It's a database of folk jam sessions connected to Google maps.

To see the Butte County events currently listed on folkjam go to:

http://www.folkjam.org/local/map?geostart=39.721/-121.819&radius=50

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Wednesday, January 20, 7 PM - 9 PM: At the Acoustic College -- the Slow Jam is on the 3rd Wednesday of each month from now on, still at Sid's, which is on WEST 8th Avenue and from 7 PM to 9:00 PM. This is co-sponsored by the Acoustic College and CBA. The address is 932 West 8th Avenue in Chico. Best directions: from the Esplanade, turn onto W. 8th Avenue. Just past the second roundabout, turn right into the the driveway of the parking lot. Go into the FRONT of the building to find the Acoustic College. We'll be focusing on jam etiquette, back-up playing to support the lead player, and playing simple breaks to bluegrass songs. I will be leading the jam, and have available copies of Slow Jam Tunes, a collection of some basic bluegrass songs, with a CD included. (I have to charge a small fee to cover my costs.) Coffee (decaf) provided. This will be an every "third Wednesday" event!

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Saturday, January 23, 2 PM - 4:45 PM: (NO SLOW JAM since that will occur at the Wednesday night event.) Bluegrass Jam at Augie's (2nd St. & Salem, Chico) on the 4th Saturday of the month. People who play mandolin, banjo, guitar, fiddle, dobro, bass, and bluegrass harmonica are encouraged to come and jam with us. People who like to sing bluegrass songs, or listen to bluegrass, or simply want to know what the heck bluegrass IS are encouraged to come. We encourage folks to bring songs and tunes of the "founding fathers" of bluegrass-- Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Stanley Brothers, Osborne Brothers, Jim & Jesse--as well as "second generation" bands. Hosted by Lucy, California Bluegrass Association N. CA Area Activities Vice President. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment.

ALERT: Concert at Laxson at 2:30 PM will likely fill up Augie's parking lot about the same time you may want to park. Suggestion -- come a little early to park.

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Saturday, January 23, 8 PM: CLASSICAL GUITAR PROJECT at the 1078 GALLERY (Broadway at 9th St., downtown Chico). $5 at the door. This Saturday will again showcase some of the best players from the area as they interpret the theme of "the longest time". We'll hear from local players Chris Wolf, Mark Lund and Toby Roye. My friend and former student, Josh Graves, who has not lived in Chico for a few years now, will be coming in to play for us. And for those of you who made it out last month and got to hear the beautiful artistry of Matt Grasso, the 7-string guitarist from Davis, you'll be pleased to hear that he will be back with us again to entertain and amaze. --- Warren Haskell

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Saturday, January 23, 7 PM - 8:30 PM: Make It So music... at Grilla Bites restaurant. No Cover. MAKE IT SO is Bob & Peggy Kirkland, Hugh Santos, and Bob Littell.

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Tuesday, January 26, 6:30 PM -- 9 PM (and every Tuesday): Stumpjumperz play every Tuesday at The Shack (1043 West Eight St., Chico). More info at 514-5624.

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Saturday, January 30, 7:30 PM (doors open at 6:30 PM): award winning Scottish singer Jim Malcolm will bring his wonderful range of traditional and original songs and tunes to Grilla Bites! Tickets are $12 available at Grilla Bites (196 Cohassett Road, Chico) or Pullins Cyclery, 801 Main St Chico. You can also call 530 342 1055 to reserve tickets. Bring some extra cash to the show for dinner and beverages and to get one of Jim's DVDs or CDs. All proceeds from ticket and CD sales will go to the artist!
More information on Jim Malcolm at www.jimmalcolm.com .

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Ragtime! Folk! Country! Bluegrass! Blues! Cajun! Fiddle Tunes! Boogie-Woogie! Jazz! Gypsy Jazz! Classical!

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Saturday, February 13, 6:30 PM -- 10 PM: Mountain Music Open Mic at the Cohasset Community Building happens the second Saturday of each month.

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Saturday, February 13, 7 PM - 10 PM: Chico Country Dance Society presents Contra Dance at the Chico Grange Hall (2775 Nord Ave. at Rodeo Ave., near Henshaw. This is not on Hwy 32)

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~~Tuesday, January 26: MARK HUMMEL'S Harp Tribute to Muddy Waters featuring JAMES COTTON;

~~Wednesday, February 17: DIRTY DOZEN BRASS BAND -- traditional New Orleans exhuberance.

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~~Wed. Jan 20, 2010 - John McCutcheon, Showtime is 8 PM - tickets $18 each;

~~Friday, February 5, 2010 - Sourdough Slim and Bob Armstrong, Showtime 8 PM - tickets $18;

~~Sat., February 20, 2010 - Jim Hurst - IBMA's Guitar Player of the Year 2001 & 2002. Nominated every year since 2000 - Showtime 8 PM, tickets - $15;

~~Fri., March 12: Bill Evans and Megan Lynch - Redding native Megan Lynch comes home with banjo master Bill Evans- $15;

~~Sat., March 20: Stacey Earle and Mark Stuart - the duo's farewell tour- $15;

~~Friday, April 9, 2010 – Joy Kills Sorrow - “a modern American stringband,” 8 PM $15;

~~Friday, January 29, 8 PM/doors open 7 PM: THE DEVIL MAKES 3 at Manzanita Place (1705 Manzanita Place, Chico located inside the Elk's Lodge). Acoustic band playing a sound that combines bluegrass, old time, folk, rockabilly, and Piedmont blues and ragtime. General admission with tickets at $15 advance ($3 more at the door) plus applicable servie charges. Tickets at Boho, Diamond W Western Wear, Lyon Books, Music Connection, & www.chicotickets.com . More info call 530-345-8136.

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Music stuff for sale: Call Gary at 530-898-8721 and leave a message:

~~~Martin D-28 guitar, 1972. Reburbished by Elderly Instruments--better than new. Custom E-tronics. Stage ready. Accessories. $2200.

~~4-sp. Rack Sys Sound conditioner for PA/studio. Noise gate compl lim + 2x15 EQ + Multi fx + power bar w/pull-out lights. $300.

~~Bass gear: Fender BXR100 (watt) 15" combo. $200.

~~Zoom 506 fx processor. $50.

~~Hip shot bass extender (to low D). $20.

~~Monster bass cable. $50.

~~Books, magazines. $20.

~~Peavey Classic 30 tube combo (overdrive switch needs replacement). $175.

~~Guitar fx: Digitech RP6. Has everything. $125.

~~SMS7 Kit. Cords. Hi-end stand. $100.

~~2 Pearl condenser mics w/cords. $80.

~~Pedals: Morley Wah/vol, original Crybaby, DOD 8-band EQ, DOD passive mixer, A-B box. BOSS OC-2 octave MXR Phase 90. EBT Hum Eliminator. Horizon passive DB. Call for price.

~~Big Technics Keyboard pro-level w/stand and accessories. $300.

~~Antique Hugh Tracey Kalimba.

~~plus, rhythm instruments, guitar & amp stands, cords, books, mags.

~~Infinity 3-pc. speaker set. 1 sub + 2 bookshelf. Brilliant. $125.

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Darla Novak for the
Butte Folk Music Society, 530-895-1952
P.O. Box 3406, Chico, CA 95927

Saturday, January 2, 2 PM - 5 PM: Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday per month at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Jams are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month. Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!! Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Saturday, January 9, 2 - 5 PM: Music Circle at Augie's (230 Salem St., Chico, 894-3764) second Saturday of the month. . Bring your instruments and musical energy to the acoustic music circle -- folk, bluegrass, old timey, etc. Meet local musicians to play, sing or just enjoy. Tell your friends!!! For more info contact David at 530-872-2084. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Saturday, January 16, 2 PM - 5 PM: Old Time music jam, at Augie's (230 Salem, Chico) hosted by Michael Springer, old time fiddler. This event is set to happen on the 3rd Saturday of each month. Encouraging those who play clawhammer banjo, fiddle, or guitar to come participate. Listeners are always welcome. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment. For those who might want to "get a leg up" for the Old Time jam repertoire, Michael has tunes posted at these sites:

http://c1.ezfolk.com/bands/1088/index.php

http://www.fiddlehangout.com/myhangout/music.asp?id=486

Also check out http://www.folkjam.org/ . It's a database of folk jam sessions connected to Google maps.

To see the Butte County events currently listed on folkjam go to:

http://www.folkjam.org/local/map?geostart=39.721/-121.819&radius=50

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NO BLUEGRASS JAM TODAY -- AUGIE'S CLOSED FOR THE HOLIDAYS!!!

Saturday, December 26, 2 PM - 4:45 PM: (NO SLOW JAM since that will occur at the Wednesday night event.) Bluegrass Jam at Augie's (2nd St. & Salem, Chico) on the 4th Saturday of the month. People who play mandolin, banjo, guitar, fiddle, dobro, bass, and bluegrass harmonica are encouraged to come and jam with us. People who like to sing bluegrass songs, or listen to bluegrass, or simply want to know what the heck bluegrass IS are encouraged to come. We encourage folks to bring songs and tunes of the "founding fathers" of bluegrass-- Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs, Stanley Brothers, Osborne Brothers, Jim & Jesse--as well as "second generation" bands. Hosted by Lucy, California Bluegrass Association N. CA Area Activities Vice President. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment.

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Tuesday, December 29, 6:30 PM -- 9 PM (and every Tuesday): Stumpjumperz play every Tuesday at The Shack (1043 West Eight St., Chico). More info at 514-5624.

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Thursday, January 7, 2010, 7 PM - 9 PM: Like to sing for fun? Our Rise Up Singing Circle meets the first Thursday of each month at the Chico Friends Meeting House (corner of 16th St. and Hemlock, Chico). Rise Up Singing is a compilation by Annie Patterson and Peter Blood of great songs for group singing--words only, tunes will be taught. We have some extra books to lend. Musical instruments are welcome as are songs not in the Rise Up Singing Book. Call Leslie Howard, 530 891 0750 if you would like directions or more information.

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Friday, January 8 at 6:30pm – The Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic invites you to celebrate the New Year with us at The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road. There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. We especially welcome fans, families, students and performers . This is a special place for sharing and showcasing talent.

Ragtime! Folk! Country! Bluegrass! Blues! Cajun! Fiddle Tunes! Boogie-Woogie! Jazz! Gypsy Jazz! Classical!

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Saturday, January 9, 6:30 PM -- 10 PM: Mountain Music Open Mic at the Cohasset Community Building happens the second Saturday of each month.

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Saturday, January 9, 7 PM - 10 PM: Chico Country Dance Society presents Contra Dance at the Chico Grange Hall (2775 Nord Ave. at Rodeo Ave., near Henshaw. This is not on Hwy 32)

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Tuesday, January 26, 7:30 PM/ doors open 7 PM: Continuing our tradition of bringing great Bluegrass music to the north state, the Orland Evangelical Free Church is pleased to present Special Consensus in concert at the Verboom Ranch (6058 County Road 11, Orland, in the Murdock School House). Celebrate the 35th year with the band (and a couple of new band members). Tickets are $15.00 at the door.

For more information call Grant Garland at (530) 301-6140.

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~~Tuesday, January 12: JOHN McCUTCHEON -- masterful folk performer;

~~Tuesday, January 26: MARK HUMMEL'S Harp Tribute to Muddy Waters featuring JAMES COTTON;

~~Wednesday, February 17: DIRTY DOZEN BRASS BAND -- traditional New Orleans exhuberance.

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~~Wed. Jan 20, 2010 - John McCutcheon, Showtime is 8 PM - tickets $18 each;

~~Friday, February 5, 2010 - Sourdough Slim and Bob Armstrong, Showtime 8 PM - tickets $18;

~~Sat., February 20, 2010 - Jim Hurst - IBMA's Guitar Player of the Year 2001 & 2002. Nominated every year since 2000 - Showtime 8 PM, tickets - $15;

~~Fri., March 12: Bill Evans and Megan Lynch - Redding native Megan Lynch comes home with banjo master Bill Evans- $15;

~~Sat., March 20: Stacey Earle and Mark Stuart - the duo's farewell tour- $15;

~~Friday, April 9, 2010 – Joy Kills Sorrow - “a modern American stringband,” 8 PM $15;

~~Friday, January 29, 8 PM/doors open 7 PM: THE DEVIL MAKES 3 at Manzanita Place (1705 Manzanita Place, Chico located inside the Elk's Lodge). Acoustic band playing a sound that combines bluegrass, old time, folk, rockabilly, and Piedmont blues and ragtime. General admission with tickets at $15 advance ($3 more at the door) plus applicable servie charges. Tickets at Boho, Diamond W Western Wear, Lyon Books, Music Connection, & www.chicotickets.com . More info call 530-345-8136.

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Music stuff for sale: Call Gary at 530-898-8721 and leave a message:

~~~Martin D-28 guitar, 1972. Reburbished by Elderly Instruments--better than new. Custom E-tronics. Stage ready. Accessories. $2200.

~~4-sp. Rack Sys Sound conditioner for PA/studio. Noise gate compl lim + 2x15 EQ + Multi fx + power bar w/pull-out lights. $300.

~~Bass gear: Fender BXR100 (watt) 15" combo. $200.

~~Zoom 506 fx processor. $50.

~~Hip shot bass extender (to low D). $20.

~~Monster bass cable. $50.

~~Books, magazines. $20.

~~Peavey Classic 30 tube combo (overdrive switch needs replacement). $175.

~~Guitar fx: Digitech RP6. Has everything. $125.

~~SMS7 Kit. Cords. Hi-end stand. $100.

~~2 Pearl condenser mics w/cords. $80.

~~Pedals: Morley Wah/vol, original Crybaby, DOD 8-band EQ, DOD passive mixer, A-B box. BOSS OC-2 octave MXR Phase 90. EBT Hum Eliminator. Horizon passive DB. Call for price.

~~Big Technics Keyboard pro-level w/stand and accessories. $300.

~~Antique Hugh Tracey Kalimba.

~~plus, rhythm instruments, guitar & amp stands, cords, books, mags.

~~Infinity 3-pc. speaker set. 1 sub + 2 bookshelf. Brilliant. $125.

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U. UTAH PHILLIPS passed away on May 23, 2008. Please support his movement and his music by purchasing his cds and books. More information at http://www.utahphillips.org .
~~~There is a 2-disc memorial to Utah Phillips. The CD is listed by Righteous Babe at a VERY reasonable
$15.98 and if you buy directly from Righteous Babe Records, all the proceeds will go to the benefit!. You can call them at 1-800-ON-HER-OWN and ask for the Utah tribute – item number RBR065-2-CD .
Even better, you can e-mail them at store@righteousbabe.com.
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Instruction for beginning violin-players! I teach the basics, including both how to play by "ear", as well as note-reading. Classical, Celtic, Country, and Bluegrass are just a few of the styles that I teach. Call at (530) 345-8690, and ask for Rebekah.
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Bluegrass, Folk, Swing and Celtic lessons by Sid Lewis on banjo, guitar, mandolin, bass, dobro and drums! Students get CD's of each lesson and custom sheet music...the funnest lessons anywhere! Call the Acoustic College at (530) 894-2526 or visit www.acousticcollege.com.
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Guitar lessons for beginning or near-beginning players. Information: Call (530) 345-2479 and ask for Terry.
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Ukuleles play any kind of music--and ukulele players always have fun! Join local ukulele players (and wannabe ukulele players) at the monthly meeting of Ukuleles of Paradise held 6:30 to 8:15 on the second Thursday of every month at Craig Memorial Congregational Church, 5665 Scottwood, Paradise. A free 30-minute beginner's lesson starts the meeting and newbies will be able to play three chord songs (not necessarily right on tempo!) by the time the regular meeting and playing starts at 7 pm. Find out more at http://ukuleletonya.com/blog/ukuleles-of-paradise .
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~~~Gypsy Jazz Mailing List - Be notified of gypsy jazz and related events in Butte and Shasta County.
Sign up at www.pianofun.com/gypsyjazz
------------------------------
Love Bluegrass?? Check the California Bluegrass Association website at www.cbaontheweb.org .
-----------------------------------------
KZFR 90.1 FM Community Radio now streaming on the worldwide web from their new studio. Tell your out-of-area friends. Access it by going to www.kzfr.org , then clicking on the stream link. In their 19th year of broadcast!!!!
-----------------------
Check the Butte Folk Music Society calendar at our website www.bfms.freeservers.com . More events & directions to venues!!
---------------------------
Support the Butte Folk Music Society--become a member!! Individual membership at $15, family membership at $20, Silver Threads level at $35, Golden Needles level at $50. Send application and fee to address below.

Darla Novak for the
Butte Folk Music Society, 530-895-1952
P.O. Box 3406, Chico, CA 95927

Saturday, December 5, 2 PM - 5 PM: Butte Folk Music Society sponsors a free Acoustic Jam one Saturday per month at the Upper Crust Bakery (130 Main St., Chico). Jams are scheduled for the first Saturday of each month. Everyone welcome (including children) to come play music, share songs, sing-along and get acquainted with others who love folk music and Americana. Everyone has fun, even the listeners!! Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Saturday,December 12, 2 - 5 PM: Music Circle at Augie's (230 Salem St., Chico, 894-3764) second Saturday of the month. . Bring your instruments and musical energy to the acoustic music circle -- folk, bluegrass, old timey, etc. Meet local musicians to play, sing or just enjoy. Tell your friends!!! For more info contact David at 530-872-2084. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment!!
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Saturday, December 19, 2 PM - 5 PM: Old Time music jam, at Augie's (230 Salem, Chico) hosted by Michael Springer, old time fiddler. This event is set to happen on the 3rd Saturday of each month. Encouraging those who play clawhammer banjo, fiddle, or guitar to come participate. Listeners are always welcome. Please support the venue by purchasing a refreshment. For those who might want to "get a leg up" for the Old Time jam repertoire, Michael has tunes posted at these sites:

http://c1.ezfolk.com/bands/1088/index.php

http://www.fiddlehangout.com/myhangout/music.asp?id=486

Also check out http://www.folkjam.org/ . It's a database of folk jam sessions connected to Google maps.

To see the Butte County events currently listed on folkjam go to:

http://www.folkjam.org/local/map?geostart=39.721/-121.819&radius=50

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Wednesday, December 16, 7 PM - 9 PM: At the Acoustic College -- the Slow Jam is on the 3rd Wednesday of each month from now on, still at Sid's, which is on WEST 8th Avenue and from 7 PM to 9:00 PM. This is co-sponsored by the Acoustic College and CBA. The address is 932 West 8th Avenue in Chico. Best directions: from the Esplanade, turn onto W. 8th Avenue. Just past the second roundabout, turn right into the the driveway of the parking lot. Go into the FRONT of the building to find the Acoustic College. We'll be focusing on jam etiquette, back-up playing to support the lead player, and playing simple breaks to bluegrass songs. I will be leading the jam, and have available copies of Slow Jam Tunes, a collection of some basic bluegrass songs, with a CD included. (I have to charge a small fee to cover my costs.) Coffee (decaf) provided. This will be an every "third Wednesday" event!

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Friday - Sunday, December 4 - 6: Come on out to The Christmas Faire on Friday, Dec. 4th & Saturday, Dec. 5th. Stop by the stage at 5 PM both evenings to hear the Folk Rhythmic music of Make It So. We will have our latest CD for sale; they make great stocking stuffers.

The Faire is held at the Silver Dollar Fairgrounds in Chico. $5 admission. There will be lots of music throughout the Faire.

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Sunday, December 6, 3 PM -- 6 PM: Chico School of Rock Holiday Party & Open House at 932 West Eighth Avenue, Chico (near the middle round-about) located in the Redwood Towers building. Come see us teach all instruments, rock bands, and everything cool. Hear the students rock out and get free lesson certificates. More info at www.chicoschoolofrock.com or 530-894-2526.

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Tuesday, December 8, 6:30 PM -- 9 PM (and every Tuesday): Stumpjumperz play every Tuesday at The Shack (1043 West Eight St., Chico). More info at 514-5624.

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Saturday, December 5, 10 AM -- 6 PM: The Oroville Recreation and Parks district and Community Radio station KRBS will be holding their annual Christmas Craft Faire in the Oroville Municipal Auditorium Saturday December 5 from 10:00 to 6:00. If any musical groups are interested in perfroming at this event please contact Bob Harrison at 532-4365 or bobharrison@mindspring.com

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Thursday, December 3, 2009, 7 PM - 9 PM: Like to sing for fun? Our Rise Up Singing Circle meets the first Thursday of each month at the Chico Friends Meeting House (corner of 16th St. and Hemlock, Chico). Rise Up Singing is a compilation by Annie Patterson and Peter Blood of great songs for group singing--words only, tunes will be taught. We have some extra books to lend. Musical instruments are welcome as are songs not in the Rise Up Singing Book. Call Leslie Howard, 530 891 0750 if you would like directions or more information.

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Saturday - Sunday, December 5 - 6: 5th Annual Holiday Artisan Fair will be held at 510 Bille Rd., across from Bille Park, Paradise. Lots of local artists featuring woodcarvings, faeries and paintings, fused and stained glass, fiber, bead and wirewrap jewelry, beaded jewelry, watercolor, cards, fairy dolls, tooth fairy pockets and pottery and lots of great bands including Vague Malaise ( Rebekah Snow, Brice Creighton and Bill Unger) who will be playing on Saturday, 1:30 PM - 3 PM.

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Friday, December 11th at 6:30pm – The Chico Ragtime / Tin Pan Alley Open Mic invites you to celebrate the 2009 holidays with us at The Terraces, 2750 Sierra Sunrise Terrace, off Bruce Road. There is no charge for this 2nd Friday of each month event. We especially welcome fans, families, students and performers . This is a special place for sharing and showcasing talent.

Ragtime! Folk! Country! Bluegrass! Blues! Cajun! Fiddle Tunes! Boogie-Woogie! Jazz! Gypsy Jazz! Classical!

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Saturday, December 12, 6:30 PM -- 10 PM: Mountain Music Open Mic at the Cohasset Community Building happens the second Saturday of each month.

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Saturday, December 12, 7 PM - 10 PM: Chico Country Dance Society resents Contra Dance at the Chico Grange Hall (2775 Nord Ave. at Rodeo Ave., near Henshaw. This is not on Hwy 32)

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~~Tuesday, December 8: The GREG SCOTT BAND.

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Sunday, December 13, Noon: GOLD NUGGET LODGE #662, VASA ORDER OF AMERICA TO HOLD ANNUAL SANTA LUCIA FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS CELEBRATION IN PARADISE starting at noon at the Paradise Senior Center, 877 Nunneley Road, off of Clark Road, in Paradise. This event is open to the public and families are welcome.

12:00 Noon - 1:30 pm Split Pea Soup, Salad and Scandinavian breads will be served @ $5.00 per person.
Hot dogs will be available for children @ $2.50 each.

2:00 Santa Lucia Parade and a program of cultural music, and stories as well as dances and skits performed by E.C.H.O.S. will follow at no charge to attendees.
A raffle will be held, Santa may visit, and cookies will be served by the children while the audience participates in a songfest of holiday music.

Toys and non perishable foods will be collected at the door to be shared with the community.

For more information and to let us know if you plan to attend the luncheon please contact
Laurel Paulson-Pierce, 370-3335 (veraloe@gotsky.com <mailto:veraloe@gotsky.com>) or Margaret Flaugher, 873-2546.

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Friday, December 18, 7 PM (doors open at 6 PM): NINA GERBER with CHRIS WEBSTER at the Birdhouse. This is a holiday party and, as usual, we encourage you to bring your favorite seasonal treat. This is a rare appearance for the duo, so we anticipate an amazing performance that will naturally yield the type of improvisational interaction that inspires pure genius. www.birdhouseconcerts.com or call 893-9571. $20 at the door. Reservations encouraged. Contact Kerry Eldridge (14629 Blackberry Road, Forest Ranch, CA 95942). kerrysspot@yahoo.com or (530) 893-9571.

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~~Friday, December 4: PATRICK LANDEZA & FRIENDS -- holiday celebration with one of Hawaii's legendary slack key masters, $18;

~~Wed. Jan 20, 2010 - John McCutcheon, Showtime is 8 PM - tickets $18 each;

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