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Greetings & Happy New Year from the Missouri Ozarks!
We’re about to embark on the biggest family music trip... of our lives! We’re going to the Rio Grande Valley for a five week tour. We've over 30 concerts booked. Most concerts are for residents of some of the many RV parks catering to "Winter Texans". These are retired folks from all over the country, even Canada. We'll be pretty busy, but we hope to take in some of the local sites while down in that area… and consume LOTS of grapefruit & other citrus!
If you or any of your family or friends are anywhere nearby while we're down there, we'd be very pleased to have you come out & see us. It would be nice to meet or get reacquainted. We're doing a few free shows, however the RV parks charge a modest fee (part of which we'll call our livelihood). If you've any questions, please contact us via email, Facebook or phone.
We are also booking for the balance of 2012 (and beyond), so please contact us to schedule a community concert, school assembly, or music for worship service or other church related activity.
NEW FAMILY ALBUM:
YES, that's right! Our new CD – just completed in time for our Texas Tour – titled, "Leaning…" is now available…
We'll be fulfilling any CD orders as soon as we return from Texas. If you'd like a copy, please mail an offering ($10-$15 suggested). Please allow at least six weeks. Thank you.
In closing, please keep our family in your prayers for safe travels, good performances and that our music and ministry for Christ and His Kingdom would be a blessing and encouragement to all...
Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord. ~~~ Colossians 3:16
Norm Farnum Family
http://FarnumFamily.org
P.O. Box 355
Galena, MO 65656
(417) 337-3432
FROM TERESA ROMANS AND THE HEART OF THE BLUEGRASS ASSOCIATION (HOBA)
February 1980 – several bluegrass musicians and music lovers got together at the American Legion Hall in West Plains, MO to play and listen to some great local talent. The events of the evening were so well received that plans were started immediately to form an association and to continue with the monthly entertainment.
By-laws were written, a permanent name was chosen, and April 1980, an official not-for-profit organization became a reality. Congratulations HOBA – you’ve been around over 30 years and have had many faithful supporters.
Now, welcome to 2012! Can you believe that we’ve already got one week down? As of this writing, you’ve got 360 days until Christmas! Better get crackin’!
Hope everyone had a good New Year’s Eve. Our New Year’s Eve party was well attended and I think that everyone had a good time. The food was great, visiting was grand and the music was pretty darn good too. Thanks to all who participated. Special thanks to Sean McCormick, Gary Due, Teresa Bourgoin, Randall & Matthew Romans for helping with the clean up. It was much appreciated. We look forward to doing more things like this.
So, now begins the 2012 bluegrass season. We’ve pretty well got plans laid out for 2012.
HOBA PARK’S EVENTS
May 19 – Second Annual Gospel Show & Fish Fry – featuring some great food and fantastic country, bluegrass and southern gospel music.
June 7,8,9 – Thirtieth Annual Spring Bluegrass Festival
August 18 – Fifth Annual Fiddle Fest, Harmonica Howl, Crafters Convention, and Bluegrass Band Jam
September 20,21,22 – Twentieth Annual Fall Bluegrass Festival.
Add these to your calendars and plan on attending. We appreciate your support.
STARR THEATER BLUEGRASS CONCERT
January 14th, the Starr Theater in downtown Willow Springs will be featuring and evening of bluegrass music. Bands performing will be Big Creek and Swift Kick. Tickets are $5.00 and show starts at 7. I’m hoping to go as I know Tim Prososki just can’t wait to play “our” song! Everyone come out and support our local musicians.
ACOUSTIC MUSIC CONCERT SERIES
March 10 - Eddie & Martha Adcock, Scott Shipley & The Model Prisoners.
April 28th, 2012 – The Dillards, Blackberry Winter.
Shows will begin at 7 p.m. at The Avenue Theatre, West Plains, Missouri. Admission $10.00. For more information, please contact call 1-800-283-9430 W.P. Music.
SYMPATHIES
Our sincere condolences go out to the following HOBA families:
Mr. Vainis Barks passed away Saturday, December 24, 2011 at the Ozarks Medical Center. On May 14, 2010, he married Elizabeth Burns. Mr. Barks was a veteran having served with the United States Army. He had worked for Cloud Oak, managed Cozey Grove, was employed at Chrysler in Belvidere, Illinois and retired from the City of West Plains. Mr. Barks enjoyed hunting, fishing, baseball, Bluegrass music, square dancing and dirt track racing. He was of the Baptist faith.
He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Barks, six step-children,, twenty-one step-grandchildren; twenty step great-grandchildren; two brothers, Orval Barks, wife, Geneva and Melvin Barks, wife, Mary Ann, both of West Plains; one sister, Mildred Warren, husband, Verdon, Pomona, Missouri; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Condolences may be sent to:
Mrs. Elizabeth Barks
1920 Bluebird Way
West Plains, MO 65775
Jim Willard, and George & Dorothy Willard lost their sister, Pauline Elizabeth Collins, Sunday, December 25, 2011. She was 91 years old.
Condolences may be sent to:
Jim Willard
1931 Kay Street
West Plains, MO 65775
George & Dorothy Willard
2823 Laurie Drive
West Plains, MO 65775
NATIONAL BLUEGRASS NEWS
Phil Ledbetter, “Uncle Phil” nationally known dobroist, had been undergoing a new cancer treatment but recent tests show it is not working and they have put off his stem cell transplant. He will begin aggressive chemotherapy in the next week or so to try to bring his cancer under control. Please remember him in your prayers as he continues to battle cancer.
CYBERGRASS
The Ralph Stanley Museum & Traditional Mountain Music Center will host Dr. Ralph Stanley's 85th Birthday Dinner and Fund Raiser at Heartwood at 6:00PM on Saturday, February 18, 2012 in Abingdon, VA.
The most recent release from Junior Sisk & Ramblers Choice on Rebel Records is garnering some serious attention from DJs and fans all over the country! The Heart Of A Song reached #3 on BMP's Top 10 Bluegrass CDs for December and is #5 on BU's Top 10 National Survey for January.
What a great way to start off the Season of Giving. Balsam Range participates in 50+ fundraisers each year, raising thousands of dollars for organization, including Meals on Wheels, in their surrounding communities
Bluegrass Underground 2012 - The Greatest Show Under Earth continues February 24-26, 2012. The Bluegrass Underground features top bluegrass music artists throughout the season.
Friday, Feb. 24, it's the first-ever evening Bluegrass Underground, with a truly jaw-dropping lineup that includes the Del McCoury Band, Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver. Joy Williams and John Paul White, and the David Mayfield Parade fills out that very special night.
Saturday, it's Vince Gill and his all-star western swing band, The Time Jumpers. The Time Jumpers feature Dawn Sears, as well as Ranger Doug. Jim Lauderdale and Sarah Jarosz will also be appearing. Sunday's 1 p.m. show features dobro master Jerry Douglas. Also appearing will be V-Roy Scott Miller, and The Vespers.
Charles Edward Johnson, a.k.a. Jody Rainwater, passed away in his sleep on the evening of Saturday, December 24, 2011, following a lengthy illness. He was 92. Jody was born on April 13, 1919 near Mount Airy, North Carolina.
A Celebration of Life was held Dec. 22 in Cartersville, Ga. for banjo player Edward William "Shorty" Eager. He passed away following an extended illness Dec. 19, 2011. He was born Feb. 13, 1941. Eager was a member of bluegrass music legend Jimmy Martin's Sunny Mountain Boys, replacing J.D. Crowe.
Rounder Records award winning bluegrass music duo Dailey & Vincent will soon be releasing The Gospel Side of Dailey & Vincent. The project will be the duo's first-ever Gospel album and their second CD with the Cracker Barrel Old Country Store® exclusive music program. The new album will be available for purchase January 9, 2012.
Warren Hellman, 77, passed away 12/18/11 from leukemia complications. The philanthropist hosted the multi-day Hardly Strictly Bluegrass Music Festival in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park
REGIONAL BLUEGRASS RADIO
KUKU 100.3 FM
Ozark Acoustics, Sunday Morning, 9:15 - 10:30 a.m. 100.3 FM with Sean McCormick
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KSMU 91.3 FM
Springfield, MO - Seldom Heard Music, Mike Smith, Saturday night from 7 - 9 p.m., with repeaters in Mtn. Grove 88.1, Joplin 98.9, Neosho, 103.7, KSMS Branson 90.5 and KSMW West Plains 90.9
KUMR 88.5 FM
University of MO - Rolla, Wayne Bledsoe, Saturday night 6 - 9 p.m.
KASU 91.9 FM
Jonesboro, Ark - Arkansas State University, Saturday and Sunday 12 noon.
Many thanks to Teresa Romans, editor of Heart of the Ozarks Bluegrass Assocation for this comprehensive list. Visit (www) Heart Of The Ozarks Bluegrass (.com) for more information.
PEPPER JACKSON WRITES ABOUT THE OLD WIRE ROAD
"The Missouri Ozarks are blessed with traditional music, unique geography and great people. A mix of these assets came together in August 2009 to form The Old Wire Road.
"Randy & Susan Rapp along with friends; Randy & Cindy Gamble and Denny & Sandy Gold, have spent the last few years playing music together as they camped at the Starvy Creek Bluegrass Festival.
"The mix of voices and musical talent drew many spectators to their jam sessions. When the idea was presented to form a bluegrass band, the friends knew it was a calling they each wanted to answer.
"The Old Wire Road was formed and dedicated to the genre of traditional bluegrass and bluegrass gospel music.
"We invite you to take a trip on The Old Wire Road as it winds through the Missouri Ozarks leading it's listeners through a blend of great vocals and instrumentals. As you travel down the road, you will enjoy the sounds of the journey and look forward to spending more time discovering what lies over the next hill."
Written by Pepper Jackson.
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“Josh is a many-talented addition to the Sac River Band. He picks lead guitar, mandolin, dobro, and plays fiddle equally well. He sings lead or harmony on most selections.” — SacRiverBluegrass.com
FIREHOUSE BLUEGRASS SHOW
Hello everyone! This is your picking’ friend Josh Gilbert. As many of you know, I will be taking over the Firehouse Bluegrass show. No worries! I plan on keeping things like they are... a fun and family type atmosphere. If anyone has any questions, comments, or concerns, feel free to contact me at any time. Thanks and hope to see you soon.
On Feb. 4th, 2012, there will be a Bluegrass Show and Jam at the Firefighters Union Hall. 2350 N. Clifton, Springfield, Mo. (6 blocks west of Kansas & Kearney) The Jam will start around 4p.m. to 6:30p.m. The show will start at 6:30 and will consist of three bands, Flat Creek Bluegrass, Sac River Bluegrass, and Sugar Tree Bluegrass. Admission is free. Donations will be accepted to help defray expenses. All bluegrass musicians welcome.
For more info, call Josh Gilbert at 417-849-9521
HIGH HOPES BLUEGRASS
High Hopes Bluegrass, formed in 2003, is a Springfield, Missouri-based band. The group includes Jack Hall (rhythm guitar and lead vocals), Barney Barnhart (banjo), Larry Davis (mandolin / vocals), David Hunt (fiddle), Bill Swearingin (dobro) and Clydine Pailette (bass and vocals).
For more information, visit HighHopesBluegrass.weebly.com/.
NIGHTHAWK EXPRESS NEWS
The 2011 New Year's Eve bluegrass show was the last monthly show that Ab and I sponsored. We have been putting on the shows for two years now and have just worn out. Beginning the first Saturday. in February, Josh Gilbert will be taking over the show at the Firefighter's Union Hall.
We were not wanting to disappoint any of the loyal bluegrass fans who have faithfully followed the show, so we're very relieved that someone is stepping up and keeping the free shows going. Nighthawk Express Bluegrass Band is not quitting, and we hope to sponsor two or three shows or festivals during the coming year.
There was a record crowd at the New Year’s Eve show. Approximately 125 partook in the pot luck meal and numerous bluegrass fans came after the meal. We are very thankful for the bands and fans who have supported the show for the past two years.
Carole Farrar, Springfield, Missouri. For more information, visit NightHawkExpressBluegrass.com
MISSOURI BOATRIDE NEWS
You can track 'em down here...
The Missouri Boatride Bluegrass Band’s 2012 Season
Free Shows every other Saturday night 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Brought to you by supporting area businesses:
Jan 14 & 28
Feb 11 & 25
Mar 10 & 24
Winter shows begin in January inside the Hillbilly Bowl in the Ozark Room Kimberling City, Missouri.
(Call Hillbilly Bowl / RT's Restaurant for snow or ice cancellations 417-739-4425. Also tune to "96.9 THE MOUNTAIN FM" for Show Updates or Cancellations.) Free
Jan 21
Cattlemens Restaurant, Green Forest, Arkansas
7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
May 19 & 20
Bluegrass and BarBQ Festival at Silver Dollar City
May 12 & 26
Jun 9 & 23
Jul 7 & 21
Aug 4 & 18
Sep 1 & 15
Kimberling City Summer Bluegrass Concert Series (Kimberling City Shopping Mall, outside of Hillbilly Bowl
off the '41 Chevy flatbed truck). Bring your lawn chairs
7 to 9 p.m. May through Sep.
Every other Saturday night! Free
October 12, 13, 14
Wooley Creek Bluegrass Festival
Cape Fair, Mo.
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Highway 32 Bluegrass Band (from left to right, Joseph Dodson, Angie Haage Hubbs, Robbie Bryant and Randy Hubbs. Photo credit, Markie Keys Photography.
HAPPY 2012 FRROM MONROE CROSSING
Happy New Year everyone! The members of Monroe Crossing had a wonderful holiday season spending time with family and friends. We hope you did as well. We sure missed performing our annual New Year's Eve show this year, but are excited to know we will be returning to The Sheldon Theatre in Red Wing, MN next New Year's to resume the tradition.
Monroe Crossing will begin 2012 with a new banjo player, David Robinson, and by touring the southeastern United States. Beginning in Bloomingdale, GA on January 13, we will be performing 12 shows in 12 different cities in just 16 days. WOW! We have appearances in Georgia, Tennessee, Virginia, Arkansas as well as Alabama. Please check out our schedule below for more details.
Remember, our lastest CD, Joy Joy Joy, was released this past December. The recording is Monroe Crossing's third all-Gospel collection and contains original material as well as beloved classics. You can order the CD directly from our website or you can pick it up at one of our shows.
Hope all is well and hope to see you soon!
Derek Johnson
For Monroe Crossing
NEWS FROM THE STEEP CANYON RANGERS
The Steep Canyon Rangers have a lot to be excited about in 2012. They are celebrating a Grammy nomination, announcing new national tour dates (including 50 or more shows with Steve Martin, an upcoming “on demand” streaming show and they are also preparing for the forthcoming release of their latest album, “Nobody Knows You.”
“We’re not much to look at... but then again bluegrass has never been about looks, just the music. That’s the difference between country/pop music and bluegrass ya know. Bluegrass peels back the onion and gets at the heart of the music.”
— Jay Don Johnson
SILVER DOLLAR CITY HONORED
D. A. Callaway of Silver Dollar City accepted the IBMA award for Bluegrass Event of the Year (Bluegrass & Barbecue Festival, May 2010) in Nashville on September 29, 2011, at the historic Ryman Auditorium.
Many congratulations go to D.A. and all the folks at Silver Dollar City involved in creating this event. For more information, visit IBMA.org.
SILVER DOLLAR CITY’S BLUEGRASS & BBQ 2012 SCHEDULE
The Martin Family Band
2011 SPBGMA Fiddle Performer of the Year May 10 & 11
The Huntley Sisters
May 10 - 12
Rhonda Vincent & The Rage
7 time IBMA Female Vocalist of the Year
2011 SPBGMA Female Vocalist of the
Year - Contemporary, and Entertainer
of the Year
May 10 - 12
The Link Family
2011 National Single Microphone Champions
May 10 - 13
Nothin' Fancy
3 time SPBGMA Entertaining Group of the Year
May 10 - 13
Brightwater Junction
May 12 - 13
The Petersens
May 12 - 13
Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers
May 13 - 14
Majerus Family
May 13 - 14
The Bankester Family
May 14 & 16
Bluegrass Missourians
May 14 - 16
The Farnum Family
May 14, 21 & 28
Bluegrass Addiction
May 16 - 17
Tony Holt & Wildwood Valley Boys
May 16 - 17
The Kruger Brothers
May 16 - 18
Blue Rain
2011 Youth In Bluegrass Band Champions
May 17 & 18
Mississippi Sawyers
May 17 - 18
Don Rigsby & Midnight Call
May 17 - 19
Valerie Smith & Liberty Pike
May 18 - 20
Sherman Mountain Boys
May 18 - 20
Bluegrass Brigade
May 19 - 20
Missouri Boatride
May 19 & 20
The Cleverlys
May 19 & 26
Nu-Blu
May 20
Lorraine Jordan & Carolina Road
May 20 - 21
The Spinney Brothers
May 20, 21 & 23
The Baker Family
May 21
Gold Wing Express
May 21 & 23
The Punches Family
2011 Midwest SPBGMA Entertaining Group of the Year and Entertainer of the Year
May 21 & 23
Bost Family Traditions
May 23 - 24
Digger Davis
May 23 - 24
Redhead Express
May 23 - 25
Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver
6 time IBMA Vocal Group of the Year
May 24 - 25
The Gibson Brothers
2011 IBMA Vocal Group and Album of the Year
May 24 - 25
Triple L Band
May 24 - 25
Potters Wheel
May 25 - 27
Southern Raised
May 25 - 27
David Davis & The Warrior River Boys
May 25 - 28
Balsam Range
2011 IBMA Song of the Year
May 26 - 28
Hootin' Annies
May 26 - 28
The Roys
May 26 - 28
Little Roy & Lizzy Show
May 28 - 29
Snyder Family Band
May 28 - 29
Larry Stephenson Band
5 time SPBGMA Male Vocalist
May 29
King Family
May 29 - 30
The Chapmans
May 29 - 31
IIIrd Generation Bluegrass
May 29 - 31
Marty Raybon & Full Circle
May 30 - 31
NewFound Road
May 30 - 31
Westbound Rangers
May 30 - 31
Special Consensus
May 30 - June 1
Rigney Family
May 31 - June 3
Bull Harman & Bull's Eye
June 1 - 3
Jerry Butler & The Blu-J's
June 1 - 3
Leroy Troy & the Tennessee Mafia Jug Band
June 1 - 3
The Grascals
2011 SPBGMA Instrumental Group of the Year; 2 time IMBA Entertainer of the Year
June 1 - 3
Monroe Crossing
June 2 - 3
Pickin' Chicks
June 2 - 3
For more information, visit SilverDollarCity.com.