Attention Indiana area: getting Mike C and David L

[JimRichter]

I'm trying to figure out if it's possible for us to get Mike Compton and David Long to the Bloomington, IN area. #I talked to Mike C. through email recently and discussed what it would take to get him out to our neck of the woods. #There were no dates discussed or anything concrete, since this is exploratory. #So, ultimately, I don't know when this would happen--most likely spring/early summer.

Any case, I'd like some idea as to who would be interested in a two hour workshop (probably limted to 10 to 15 persons) and a concert, or who would be interested in just a concert. #

Don't know if the concert would be a house concert or a small venue concert--again a lot depends on the number showing interest and how well I could market the event to the community if it seems we wouldn't have enough interested parties. #I have some connections in the Bloomington community and would maybe be able to get a small venue like Bear's Place or something comparable to it.

Drop me an email or post here. #I'll also be posting to CoMando. #Let's see if we can't get them to the heart of the midwest (maybe they could get something in Louisville and Chicago if anyone has connections out there).

Jim Richter

[earthsave]

Fall of 2003, Andrew Jerman hosted Mike Compton in Columbus, IN and had enough people for two workshops of I believe 20 each workshop. A very good workshop, BTW. I think it was 4-hours, which may work better or even longer, since Mike has lots of interesting stories to share.

I'd be interested and can send out to my lists as well.

[mikeh]

I live due east of Cincinnati, I would definitely come over for Compton. Let me know. F5fern@yahoo.com
Mike Harris

[JimRichter]

Mike emailed me and it seems that he and David are doing a midwestern/southern swing through in February. Mike said that Wednesday 2/9 would be an ideal time to swing into Bloomington. He did say that there is the possiblity that they might be in Louisville on 2/10, but David has yet to get confirmation for this.

Post or PM me if any of you are interested in 2/9 and I'll scramble to see what venue options we have.

Jim

[mikeh]

2/9 is real good.Count me in

[JimRichter]

LOVERS OF OLD TIME MUSIC

I am pleased to announce the following concert date for Mike Compton and David Long:


Date: #Wednesday 2/9/05

Time: #7:30PM to 9:30PM (Doors open at 7PM)

Location: #the Monroe County Historical Society in Bloomington, IN
202 6th Street
Bloomington.Indiana
812-332-2517

Cost: #$10

This concert is not associated with the Monroe Co. Historical Society, so please do not call them for details. #This event is being promoted by myself and local old-time DJ Mike Kelsey of WFHB radio. #For information, please email Jim Richter (richter30@mac.com). #I don't wish to give out my home phone in a broadcast email, but if you wish to talk with me by phone, please email me/PM me and I will provide my number or will contact you if you email me yours.

In regards to a workshop, it appears that we are able to do a workshop with as few as 8 people. # Cost would be $50 for a 2 hour workshop with both Mike and David. #If we do a workshop, it would be held at the lovely Grant Street Inn in Bloomington. #The stickler is that it would be an afternoon workshop (like from 3 to 5PM). #If I get at least 8 interested parties who can commit to this time, we will do a workshop.

[JimRichter]

Cafe members:

This is a great opportunity for one of Mike's renown workshops. This week I need to confirm the room for the workshop, so please, if you want to come to the workshop, please let me know ASAP. I know it is a hard one due to time of day/day of week, but it'll be a great location and a fun one to be at. Price is $50 per head for 2 hours. So far I have 3 confirmed participants. Mike needs 5 more to hold the workshop. Email or PM me your interest.

Thanks, Jim

[JimRichter]

Howdy all

My call goes out for (almost) a last time for a Mike Compton/David Long workshop Wed. 2/9 from 3P to 5P. The workshop is being held at the Grant Street Inn in Bloomington, Indiana. Cost is $50 and there are still available spots. Concert ($10) follows that evening at 7:30PM at the Monroe Co. History Center.

I know the workshop is during a work day for most people, but what better reason to call in sick or take a mental health day!

Please contact me if interested

Thanks

Jim Richter

Below you'll see the poster I've designed for the event--download it for your desktop (as a reminder as to what you will miss if you don't go!)