Sunday, January 28, 2018

TRIBUTE TO DAN RICHARDSON, A GREAT MAN WHO LEFT US TOO SOON

It’s time for Sunday reflection! As I told you, I met Dan Richardson about sixteen months ago while on a tour with the Dady Brothers in Ireland. We hit it off immediately, and when we returned to the states, he and his lovely wife, Carol, hired Siobhan and me to work at their restaurant, Braddock Bay Tavern and Grill. Over the past sixteen months, Dan and I had many opportunities to discuss the restaurant and music business. We shared similar views. Dan’s dream was to create a place where people could gather to savor delicious food, enjoy tasty drinks, engage in quality conversations, and listen to some good-time music; my dream is, and has always been, to work in places like this. Dan was clearly on the road to fulfilling his dream, but unfortunately, he was taken from us way too soon. However, he showed up in spirit last night at Braddock Bay to see his dream being carried on. Our tribute to Dan was an absolute magical night! Thanks to Perry Cleaveland, our go-to guy, for adding some great sounds with his mandolins and fiddle; thanks to John and Joe Dady for joining us in the second set for an incredible jam; Thanks to Margie Hastings for singing “Seasons with You” with us; Thanks to Carol, David, and the rest of the Staff at Braddock Bay for being so welcoming and accommodating; and finally thanks to all who were there to be part of this beautiful tribute to a great man. Your shout backs on “Just One” were the best! Thanks for being in our lives! Hope you all have a great week!

Friday, January 26, 2018

THE SIDE ROOM PRESENTS FRED AND ALEX VINE (DA VINES)

Hey Folks,

This blog started out giving you posts of the songwriter’s notes, lyrics, and music for my original songs. As with many things, it has gone in new directions. So, if you just started reading my post and are interested in my original material, here is a link to mySongwriter Notes.

On Thursday, 2/1, Fred and Alex Vine (Da Vines) will be our guests in the Side room at Buffalo Bill’s. This father and son duo gets better and better every time I hear them play the blues. Take a look at the videos listed below, and you’ll get a feel for their music!
”Steady Chump Change”
”Mr. Bean”
”Century 21”
”Who’s Who of the Blues”
”Salvation Song”

Want to know more about Fred and Alex? Check them out right here.
Da Vines

The concert is free, but we do ask for donations to support our performers. Siobhan has created five CDs, one for each of our five seasons. Each CD contains songs of the performers who appeared during that season. The requested donation for each CD is $10, and the proceeds go to the performers who are playing on the night of the donation. The CDs have gotten good reviews, and we hope they get passed around to let others know about the great talent we have appearing at this venue.

The concerts take place on the first and third Thursdays of every month in the side room of Buffalo Bill’s Family Restaurant and Taproom, 19 Main Street, Shortsville, NY. The show runs from 7 to 9 PM. To learn more about Buffalo Bill’s, check out their site right here:
Buffalo Bill’s Family Restaurant and Taproom

Here is a link to videos of performers playing in the Side Room. The videos will give you a feel of how much fun we have at each show. Check them out!

Hope you can join us!
All the best,

Siobhan and Frank

Upcoming Shows:

The Maria Gillard Trio (Maria Gillard, Perry Cleaveland, and Doug Henrie), February 15
Brian Ayers and Mike Nelson, March 1
Connie Deming, March 15
Warren Paul, April 5
Paul Swiatek and Perry Cleaveland, April 19
Scott Regan, May 3
Jeff Riales, Mike Wittek, and Dana Fine, May 17
The Healing Committee (Alan Whitney, Kathryn Koch, and Tim Pitcher), June 7
Ben and Rita Proctor (members of Crooked North), June 21
Joe Rickard (AKA Joemama), July 5
The Michael Yacci Trio (Mike Yacci, Bryan Maslin, and Paul Yacci), July 19
Steve Piper, August 2
The Brothers Blue, August 16
Paulsen and Baker with Tim Chaapel, September 6
The Cadleys with Perry Cleaveland and John Dancks, September 20
Jack Jones, Kendall Paul Wilt, and Fran Cary (Stid Hill Stompers), October 4
Tom Whitmore of Watkins and the Rapiers, October 18
Benjo (Ben Haravitch and Joe Dady), November 1
John Dady, November 15
Kerry Regan of Watkins and the Rapiers, December 6
Whorlwood (Michael George, Perry Cleaveland, and Doug Henrie), December 20
Gordon Munding and Genesee Johnny, January 3
Brian Burley and Big Blue House, January 17

Friday, January 12, 2018

THE SIDE ROOM PRESENTS JOHN CARTER

Hey Folks,

This blog started out giving you posts of the songwriter’s notes, lyrics, and music for my original songs. As with many things, it has gone in new directions. So, if you just started reading my post and are interested in my original material, here is a link to mySongwriter Notes.

On Thursday, 1/18, John Carter will be our guests in the Side room at Buffalo Bill’s. Whether he is doing things for his family, installing a hardwood floor, or playing his tunes for you, John is a true craftsman, and he gives it his all. Take a look at the videos listed below, and you’ll get a feel for his music!
”Barnacle”
”Ambition”
”Cecil Townsend”
”Here on My Island”
”Take It as It Goes”

Want to know more about John? Check him out right here.
John Carter Music on FB

The concert is free, but we do ask for donations to support our performers. Siobhan has created five CDs, one for each of our five seasons. Each CD contains songs of the performers who appeared during that season. The requested donation for each CD is $10, and the proceeds go to the performers who are playing on the night of the donation. The CDs have gotten good reviews, and we hope they get passed around to let others know about the great talent we have appearing at this venue.

The concerts take place on the first and third Thursdays of every month in the side room of Buffalo Bill’s Family Restaurant and Taproom, 19 Main Street, Shortsville, NY. The show runs from 7 to 9 PM. To learn more about Buffalo Bill’s, check out their site right here:
Buffalo Bill’s Family Restaurant and Taproom

Here is a link to videos of performers playing in the Side Room. The videos will give you a feel of how much fun we have at each show. Check them out!

Hope you can join us!
All the best,

Siobhan and Frank

Upcoming Shows:

Fred Vine, Lynn Pigage, and Alex Vine, February 1
The Maria Gillard Trio (Maria Gillard, Perry Cleaveland, and Doug Henrie), February 15
Brian Ayers and Mike Nelson, March 1
Connie Deming, March 15
Warren Paul, April 5
Paul Swiatek and Perry Cleaveland, April 19
Scott Regan, May 3
Jeff Riales, Mike Wittek, and Dana Fine, May 17
The Healing Committee (Alan Whitney, Kathryn Koch, and Tim Pitcher), June 7
Ben and Rita Proctor (members of Crooked North), June 21
Joe Rickard (AKA Joemama), July 5
The Michael Yacci Trio (Mike Yacci, Bryan Maslin, and Paul Yacci), July 19
Steve Piper, August 2
The Brothers Blue, August 16
Paulsen and Baker with Tim Chaapel, September 6
The Cadleys with Perry Cleaveland and John Dancks, September 20
Jack Jones, Kendall Paul Wilt, and Fran Cary (Stid Hill Stompers), October 4
Tom Whitmore of Watkins and the Rapiers, October 18
Benjo (Ben Haravitch and Joe Dady), November 1
John Dady, November 15
Kerry Regan of Watkins and the Rapiers, December 6
Whorlwood (Michael George, Perry Cleaveland, and Doug Henrie), December 20
Gordon Munding and Genesee Johnny, January 3