My calendar is relatively free except for Oct 19. 20, 21. Nov nothing
scheduled. We have some critical issues to discuss, so let's allow
sufficient time.GlenSent from my Samsung Galaxy smartphone.
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<walterccrider@xxxxxxxxx> Subject: [smba] Re: SMBA Jam What day is best for
everyone?... We had been having it at John's Diner on the first Wednesday of
November but with Covid, I'm not sure everyone feel comfortable with that
arrangement. We could see if the church is available the first Saturday and do
like we did the last time. George offered to pick up food if we want to have
the food as part of it.We will also have our January membership meeting to
think about.Ursula.On Mon, Sep 21, 2020, 9:45 AM Jean Snyder
<jmelsny@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:What is the date of our November meeting ?jsOn Sun,
Sep 20, 2020 at 8:43 PM Kristen Schneider <kristenkschneider@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:I
am in complete agreement with Glen, our next meeting is around the corner and
there is no replacement for “in person” conversation.Looking forward to seeing
you all then!KristenSent from my iPhoneOn Sep 18, 2020, at 9:22 PM, SMBA
Hornpipe <hornpipeeditor@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:Bob, thank you for the background.
Not having been there to know the history, it is very helpful.I definitely
think we need to discuss at a meeting. It is a catch 22... On Fri, Sep 18,
2020, 5:12 PM Robert Bishard <rvbjr13@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:Just as a review;The
SMBA jam was not supported by BG pickers when it was all bluegrass.We moved to
Marysville in the hopes of drawing a larger crowd of supporters.It drew so many
we had to find a larger venue and ended up at Young's Church.At Young's we
initially had several quality BG pickers, but as time has passed other folks
began to attend who sang old country style music.That has long since morphed
into even more genres outside the realm of BG. As a result, with the exception
of the backroom group, quality BG pickers have once again abandoned the SMBA
jam and I can't blame them.However, I have long said that you can't have a BG
jam if the BG pickers don't support it. The support from quality BG pickers
initially waned during the festival seasons, which opened the door for less
talented, and varied music to be played. Then when the pickers returned they
weren't happy to see what had happened.The backroom group was started to
appease those musicians and provide what they expect in a BG jam . Apparently,
it is enough.The jam has evolved into what it is and seems to be on a course of
its own in the main room.As for the backroom group, it too has only a
smattering of support.If the SMBA board wants to try another venue somewhere -
I'll support the move.Hope this helps in future decisions.BobBOn Fri, Sep 18,
2020 at 4:21 PM Jean Snyder <jmelsny@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:Yes - We need to have a
meeting, and discussion about the jam sessions at the meeting.jsOn Fri, Sep
18, 2020 at 10:25 AM SMBA Hornpipe <hornpipeeditor@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:Hi
everyone, I received an email from a member in regard to the SMBA Jam. He has
some concerns and they are valid. I have had other people voice similar
thoughts and I feel we need to evaluate for when we are able to sponsor the jam
once more.Please read his email and we can discuss further at the next meeting.
I would like to meet in Nov is everyone is in agreement. UrsulaSender Name:
alan mundisSender email: amundis@aol.comSender IP: 166.170.0.25Just some
concerns for thought. For quite awhile the so called bluegrass jam sessions
created for the purpose of a so called Cut Above level that takes place apart
from the main hall has simply faltered with lack of support. It was started for
bluegrass musicians who aren't beginner level and who are perhaps band ready or
performing band members. I'm not certain who's idea this was but seldom have
come or support the music concept in the room provided. Understand Covid 19 has
had effect yet able to share and jam? We find it hard to play in the main area
or hall. We find it more of a Country vs Bluegrass and many novice players who
should wood shed or practice. If you are able to sing/play have good timing
tone or taste then it is a benefit. The problem remains those who are able to
play and sing struggle and end up having to sit and listen and wait and endure
those who simply aren't ready or novice players who don't know what thy don't
know about Bluegrass. Many good bluegrass musicians simply do not bother to
come anymore for this reason. As painful as it is I have heard so many comments
from fellow players/band active musicians who refer to the jam in an
unfavorable way. They have come far or travel expecting Bluegrass only to
discover Country rather than bluegrass and thus do not return. I have ask them
why ? The response from one was ? sorry I can't play with pickers from hell. I
admit I found that offensive, yet I do understand. Seven Mountains Bluegrass
jam should be a bluegrass session. Well can't have it all. Maybe advertise it
Country/Bluegrass jam instead. I only hope to help promote play and preserve
yet not sugar coat anything . Again nobody gains anything if nothing is said or
opinion shared. Where there is no vision ? the people perish it be nice to have
the good musicians who use to come, back again