Finding the way
The success of our inaugural presentation with Kevin Welch, a stellar alumnus of the original Moonlight, proved at least that the new boat could float— and that there were indeed some local supporters and advocates for the enterprise itself. The feeling for me was a bit like the one experienced when stepping onto those moving sidewalks at the airport, an instantaneous conversion of static inertia to kinetic motion. Zero to sixty, by the stopwatch. We were on the journey.
As listed in the last newsletter, our second show took place a week later, with one of Nashville’s premier songwriters, Gretchen Peters. She brought along an instrumental sideman (who may or may not have been her husband, I do wish I could remember for certain), and delivered a stunning performance that showcased both her impressive catalog of chart compositions (mostly for other artists) AND a truly golden vocal delivery. Along with the 35 other listeners present, I was so caught up in the regal aura GP radiated that I forgot to make any photos, but this one pretty well matches my recollection of the evening—
This beginning schedule, with one show a week, was too poky and half-hearted to continue for long— we had lots of pent-up interest from motivated artists, and good signals from our eager audience. Nobody could say what the limits might be in terms of show frequency, so we pushed the pedals a little harder, and opened the calendar for bookings . That’s when things started to bloom.
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April 22, 2010
Friends of The Moonlight---
We gotta be grateful for this fabulous spring weather, the sunsets up here at Lover's Leap are incredible--- makes us feel lucky to have a stunning view like this one, to enjoy any time we wish. Come hang yer toes off the ledge for a moment, and see what a hilltop can do for your spirits...
Just one more show in April to tell you about, this Friday night 4/23---
DAVID JACOBS-STRAIN hasn't had the blues for quite all of his twenty-three years, but he HAS had a guitar in his hands for most of that time, judging by what he's able to do with it now. It's been called Left-coast slide blues, and you can get a strong sample of what he's known for if you visit his website:
www.davidjacobs-strain.com
He's a veteran of a decade's touring, working his way onto shows and festivals alongside an impressive list of celebrated players many years his senior--- to wit, Taj Mahal, Etta James, David Grisman, and more. He spent all one summer opening solo for Boz Scaggs..... and here he is on our stage, right in front of you, for just ten tiny bucks. Doors open at 7pm, David plays at 7:30.
David Jacobs-Strain at Moonlight, April 23 2010, $10 admission, 29 present
Remember that all donations and purchases are in cash. You should bring a folding chair with you, in case ours are all taken--- and you can tote a small cooler of your own choice snacks and beverages, since we won't be trying to sell you any. Plan to pick up the artist's CDs at intermission while you're speaking to him, he'd appreciate it greatly--- that's what gets him to the next stop on the long, long road. No reservations should be necessary, just get here and come on in... and by all means, bring some friends!
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Though April has been sparse, with just three concerts to get us going, the month of May is gonna be something else altogether--- if you have a quick look at our Calendar page, you'll see that every weekend is loaded with the best original acoustic music to be found anywhere in this area. We attract musicians of such high caliber because they appreciate being able to do their best work in a comfortable, intimate, well-ordered, smoke-free venue--- playing to an audience who values the same conditions in a concert environment. That's you!
And please remember..... since we do not operate a food/drink concession, we look to you to host your own private events in the space we've created up here--- it's a fine spot for casual family or social get-togethers, corporate presentations, or a meeting space for your organization. We could put live music in here every evening, but for the sake of community involvement, we want you to reserve some nights for other activities... come talk to us about it as soon as it crosses your mind.... we thank you!
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