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We have seen hundreds of Tampa Bay Musicians/Songwriters through our showcases in the past six years and lately the attendance has been lighter than usual. Many local performers got their first stage experience with us and many of us have made contacts and friends who we might not other wise met. Please come out and support the chapter who consistantly works hard to give you a forum to perform your material and meet and network with some of the best songwriters and artisist in the area. Bring a friend and or pass this information along to someone who it might interest. Thanks.... The Tampa Bay Chapter of “Just Plain Folks” Invites you to participate in… **Musicians/Songwriters Showcase** All Genres- All levels of accomplishment. Network/Meet Fellow Tampa Bay Songwriters and Musicians/ sell and or trade your CDs/ Sign Up To Perform on one of the hottest Stages in town/ Learn/ Mingle and Support your Tampa Bay Music Scene. Date: Sunday May 3rd kicking off at 1:pm Location: Proud Lion, 124 W. Fletcher Ave Tampa FL 33612 http://www.proudlionpub.com/Home_Page.htmlIn 2003 we kicked off monthly showcases at Johnny G’s and they we’re very successful for three consecutive years. Well Johnny G. Lyon is back as the new proprietor/operator of The Proud Lion and in just a very short time has turned it into one of Tampa’s premiere music hot spots. Heres how the day will run…. 1:pm-Meet and greet. Catch up, meet new people, get comfortable with the set up. Performance sign up sheet will be circulated at this time. Also we will circulate a brief questioner so that we may gauge interest in future guest speakers and workshops. 2:pm Coordinators presentation. A brief overview about http://www.jpfolks.com2:30 Guest Speaker, Julee Milham / Entertainment Attorney will speak on issues concerning Independent Artists. www.emusiclaw.com 3:pm Showcase until we are played out. Fun, Interactive, Supportive, Informative, Entertaining, Please RSVP! Thanks! Al Avarez & Jerry Jakala,Just Plain Folks,Tampa Bay Chapter Co Coordinators.
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I spoke with Jerry and he said that James Hawkins will be attending. Also Janette with Bay Area Beat Magazine has posted our next showcase flyer, http://www.bayareabeat.org/plain-folks-sunday-3rd-proud-lion-tampa/ Thank you Janette, I see that there are at this time 29 views on this post, it sure would be nice to have some RSVPs along with those peeks. Keep Strummin' Al Alvarez Tampa Bay Chapter Co-Coordinator JPF www.myspace.com/masonalvarez
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At this point even a simple yes(y) or no (n)would be appreciated!
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I know....look what the cat dragged in...
I'm certainly hoping to be there....
Hope everyone's well.
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Horse Feather's,the backing band for the Tampa Bay Chapter of Just Plain Folks songwriters,is back.
Due to no response from the e-mails I sent out we are going to play one song from each of the Horse Feather members.
This also means that there will be a full back line available.
Just supply your own instruments if you want to go electric.
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...aaaand now I won't be there. Family vacation. I'm full of excuses, but they're all true. I'm bummed that I won't be there, but it's the only time my family can do this vacation because of schedules.
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Not yet sure if I will be making it.....got a gig the night before.
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So do I, but I'll be there.
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And now I can make it! Family event moved to this weekend, so I should be there on May 3. Success!
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Way to go Richard, moving an entire family re-union so that you can attend our JPF chapter meeting. Now that's what I call dedication. You Da Man! Al Oh and by the way everyone I just received a reply from an invitation I sent out to Julee Milham / Entertainment Attorney and she has graciously agreed to be our guest speaker on May 3rd. Things are looking good so please pass the word. I have also edited the initial post here on this thread to reflect this new info so you can cut and paste and send out to everyone on your mailing lists who may have an interest. Keep Strummin' Al www.myspace.com/masonalvarez
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James Hawkins is going to drive up from Venice(80 miles,one way)for the showcase!
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Well, it wasn't a family reunion, just a family vacation, but I'm still glad I can make it. 
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Yeah Richard I was just having fun with you but you are coming and thats whats important. I'm really looking forward to hearing your compositions man, they're like listening to a really good story. Peace, Al Chapter members, It looks like we're shaping up for a good turnout but we still need you all to forward the flyer that Jerry and I sent out to your mailing list and also direct folks to this board. The more we all do to re-egnite the buzz about this message board the more exposure we all help each other with. Please make the small effort that it takes to reach out to your mailing list. Keep Strummin' Al Alvarez Tampa Bay Chapter Co-Coordinator www.myspace.com/masonalvarez
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Horse Feather's is having a rehearsal today.
In one week from today the showcase happens at the Proud Lion.
Horse Feather's will be playing songs by Andy Karpinski,Dan Copeland,Jeff Blake,Steve Dockendorf,& Jerry Jakala.
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The rehearsal for Horse Feather's went well and we are looking forward to performing at the showcase on Sunday may 3rd.
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Looking forward to seeing every one and Johnny's new place.
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I'll be there with a couple sets of the DVDs and CDs recorded at the Whistle Stop in January. I also plan to film this one. If anyone knows how to record directly from the soundboard, that would be awesome. I'll also bring a few sampler CDs of my own stuff. I'm posting a bulletin on MySpace,Twitter, and email to get as many folks to show. Wow, I like this new board. I'd also like to address the possibility of creating a big JPF Tampa banner that everyone can sign and we can use as a backdrop for future showcases.
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Great Idea Q!
Know where we can get a banner made?
Thanks!
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The JPf showcase starring all of the attendants plus Horse Feather's,the JPF songwriter's backing band.
The networking,the music,the new JPF home(The Proud Lion),are going to make a rather eventful fun filled msucial journey.
Tomorrow May 3rd @ 1pm!
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Jerry,
Check with Bruce on getting a banner......he has a good source.
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Alright "Q" is coming out to play and he's bringing some toys. Hey I like the idea of a banner and I like that everyone will sign it also. Maybe we can pass the hat to get things started and take it from there. I hope we can all reach out and bring some guests. I'd really like to see this room full. We need about fifty folks including guests especially since we have a guest speaker. Keep Strummin' Al www.myspace.com/masonalvarez
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Thanks Colin!
I sent Bruce an e-mail.
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And if we could get a group picture this time at the beginning before people have to leave that would be great.
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Wow. Busted a tuner on my Larrivee tonight. Still planning on coming tomorrow. Hope no one minds if I bring my keyboard instead of my acoustic.
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No problem Richard!
Thanks to Bruce Kula for the Banner connection.
I ordered a banner so we will have one for the next showcase.
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Hmm... where's that special audio adapter I need for my keyboard? I'm a mess. OK, fine, I'm bringing the Strat, then. That's easy enough. Technological issues will not keep me away.
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Hey, it was good to be back at a JPF get together! Sorry we didn't get to stay around to hear everyone, but greatly enjoyed the folks we did hear. These get togethers are certainly a great reminder of the talent we have in this area.
Thanks to Johnny G for being a gracious host and offering the Proud Lion as the meeting place.
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Yes, that was a lot of fun! Nice venue, too. I hope we go back next month. I should have my Larrivee fixed by then...
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The Tampa Bay Chapter showcase rejuvenation was a success.
Hopefully this will get a buzz going and get some more folks out for the next one.
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We have a great Chapter and it was really good to see everyone yesterday. Thank you to the Proud Lion Pub for accomodating us.
(Anyone else have a song or 2 for the show this week???)
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It is so nice to come here this morning and see all the positive comments about the chapter meeting and showcase we held yesterday at The Proud Lion. I spoke with Johnny G. after the event and he said he thought it went great and thanked us for coming in and playing all the wonderful music. Just so you know that stage was half the size a week ago, so he is gearing up to accomodate live entertainment. A special thanks to Julee Milham/Entertainment Attorney who spoke on copywrite issues concerning independent artists. Julee was our first guest speaker at our first Tampa Bay Chapter meeting back in January of 2003 and is still out there supporting and helping the music community so please visit her at www.emusiclaw.com We want to acknowledge the folks who played Sunday afternoon, this is directly from the sign up sheet. Stve Vaclavic David Hurd Ms. Goody Horsefeathers - Andy Karpinski, Steve Dockendorf,Dan Copeland and Jerry Jakala. Leigh Humes and Steve Humes Steve Dockendorf Richard Maclamale Al Alvarez w/Steve Humes on lead and Jim Mason on harmonies. Primary Element - Brenda Sanchez and Philip Garnett Horsefeathers Lefty Dave Smith Jim Mason "Q" Janice Bergin And a special thanks to Andy Karpinski who always lends his expertise at the sound board and with any technical issues that arise, thank you Andy. We will be setting the date for next month very soon so please stay tuned to this board for that and much more information concerning fellow JPFers. Peace and as always....Keep Strummin' Al Alvarez Co-Coordinator, Tampa Bay Chapter - Just Plain Folks www.myspace.com/masonalvarezwww.aandrproductions.com
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Here's a brief intro from last time, please rate it good or bad and leave comments if you wish: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NvmxqM350CI
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