[Steppes] Weekly Music Nights Begin

[Karen Calhoun]

I just realized that Thursday's are sport days at school.  I work the games; this Thursday is a v-ball game.  It should be over around 7:30 and I can be there soon after.  However, when b-ball season starts, I won't be able to come for a bit.
 
Thank you Will for arranging this.  I'll have to wait a few months before I become a regular....
 
Katya

> On Fri, Sep 18, 2009 at 12:11 AM, William Meriic <wmeriic at tx.rr.com>
> wrote:
>
> > Good Evening Everyone,
> >
> >
> >
> > Starting Thursday, September 24, 2009, Patricia and I will be hosting a
> > weekly instrumental early music gathering.  The aim is to recreate the
> > casual, light-hearted atmosphere of regular gatherings of family and
> > friends
> > who enjoy playing music; a tradition lost in the last couple of
> centuries.
> > Here are the details:
> >
> >
> >
> > Starts 7:00 PM (sharp) and runs until whenever.
> >
> >
> >
> > Instrumentalists of all skill levels (including "never touched this
> > instrument before") are invited.
> >
> >
> >
> > The first hour will be devoted teaching basic music theory, reading
> music,
> > and instrumental technique to those who are just starting.  People
> > interested in learning to play are encouraged to come and learn.
> > Experienced musicians are asked to come and share their knowledge.  We
> will
> > also have resources available to newer musicians to help them practice in
> > between sessions.
> >
> >
> >
> > The remainder of the time will be spent "jamming".  Experienced musicians
> > should have fun and expand their knowledge of early music.  Newer
> musicians
> > are strongly encouraged to keep up the best they can, and not to worry
> > about
> > screwing up.
> >
> >
> >
> > This is low-key, casual, and,  we hope, unintimidating (think: a bunch of
> > friends, family, and neighbors who just got done with a long hard day in
> > the
> > fields).
> >
> >
> >
> > Sorry, no audience.  All attendees are expected to participate and play.
> > This is a very important part of keeping this unintimidating to newer
> > players.
> >
> >
> >
> > At this time, we are only instrumental.  We are interested, though, in
> > exploring how we might also work with choirs.
> >
> >
> >
> > We will focus on medieval, gypsy, Renaissance, Celtic, baroque, SCA, and
> > possible some early classical music.
> >
> >
> >
> > We will have snacks and a small selection of beers available.
> >
> >
> >
> > You are welcome to bring snacks to share, and any alcohol /non-alcohol
> > drinks you wish (remember, this is casual).
> >
> >
> >
> > Please bring your instrument.  If you have any music stands, please bring
> > them too.  We will have loaner music and stands on hand.
> >
> >
> >
> > Dress code is mundane.
> >
> >
> >
> > Location: 713 Winifred Dr., Garland, TX 75041
> >
> > Phone: Will Meriic 469-814-0500
> >
> > Warnings: The house is not kid-safe.  The house contains allergens such
> as
> > cats, felines, and pussies so come prepared (e.g. wear bug spray).
> >
> >
> >
> > Please pass this on to anyone you think might be interested (SCA or not).
> >
> >
> >
> > Sincerely,
> >
> >
> >
> > Will Meriic and Patricia Healy
> >
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