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 We're thrilled to announce that Natalie Wheeler has joined the Liz Caplan Vocal Studios team, and will be teaching voice at the Jam starting this week. Natalie
received her MFA in Acting from the University of Texas at Austin and
her BFA in Music/
Dance/Theatre from Brigham Young University. She is an
accomplished singer, actress, and performer with over 13 years of
vocal training and stage experience. If you'd like to book a lesson (or just need information on scheduling and pricing), contact Liz Caplan Vocal Studios at 212 645 9369. |
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Singer/guitarist/part-time Woodstock resident (and full-time Beatles freak) Elliot Hurwitz has alot going on. I caught up with him over the weekend.
DJ: What's your day gig?
EH: Chief Commercial Counsel, Chicago Title Insurance Company.
DJ: Tell the folks about your current musical projects.
EH: Just did a Bed Breakers gig up in Woodstock. All day; outdoors. Hope to do a Jam showcase with Hurwitz & Sons in the fall. Also, starting work on a new project called Mofos (i didn't pick the name). No Mersey largely on summer holiday after this week.
DJ: What do you look for in bandmates?
EH: For me, it's all about having a good time. I look for players that are good listeners.
DJ: As a performer, you're always prepared, ready for anything, never flustered. What's your secret?
EH: First, find great players who are willing to be in your band. Once you're out there, you have to do the necessary to get the song across - like singing the guitar solo if the lead player's power goes off.
DJ: What's your typical gear setup?
EH: Strictly plug & play. [translation: A Strat straight into any small tube combo]
DJ: Any advice for those just getting involved in the program?
EH: Attend open jams as often as possible, learn tons of new songs and have a great time.
DJ: Tell us something that no one knows about Elliot.
EH: First performed "She Loves You" in the dining room at Camp Derry in Londonderry, Vermont in 1964, and "Aunt Thelma" loved it.
Elliot fronts No Mersey this Thursday (7/26) at The Cutting Room at 10:30 pm.
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Monday (7/23): Newbie Jam w/ Patty Murray from 6:00 to 8:30 pm at The Jam. Celebrate your freedom with an open jam geared toward newcomers - or anyone who likes to play with good listeners. $10 for members,
$15 for non-members.
Thursday (7/26): Jam Showcase at The Cutting Room, 7 pm to midnightish, featuring Jackie, Square Feeet, and No Mersey. Free for members, else $10.Friday (7/27): Open Blues & Rock Jam from 6 to 10 pm at The Jam (701 7th Ave., 7W). Summer Special: $10 for Jam members, $20 for everyone else!
Saturday (7/28): Open Rock Jam from 4 to 8 pm at The Jam (701 7th Ave., 7W). Summer Special: $10 for Jam members, $20 for everyone else! |
Sports
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 At the brink of extinction after forfeiting their last 2 games, the Jammers lost to the Tim Mullins All Stars 4-1 on July 5th. Team captain Tony Novarro was able to round up enough subs to keep the Jam spirit alive. The Jammers, aided by strong defensive plays by Jeff Davis and Valerie (aka Planet Girl), kept the game close. The August 9 and 16th tournament games have been canceled as the Jammers did not qualify this year. Our next game will be August 21. |
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Fun trio seeks Drummer and Keyboard for a '80s, '90s and
contemporary rock/pop cover band. Pat Benatar, The Outfield, Bon Jovi,
Sheryl Crow etc, etc.
Crybaby (Nancy Mace, Mike Rubiner, Alan Goodstadt) seeks bass player and drummer. Ideally available to rehearse once a week or once every three weeks. Set list includes: Crazy on You, Love is Alive, Sweet Child O' Mine, Favorite Mistake, Anything But Down, Black Horse and Cherry Tree, Oh Darling, Blinded By The Light, Knocking on Heavens Door.
Chris, a bassist, is seeking either a prog rock, prog
metal, Fusion, or Jam band. A mix of any of these with some Jazz
thrown in would work too.
Elvis Presley tribute Just Elvis seeks substitute drummer for a couple of months.
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Postscript
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"Through literacy you can begin to see the universe. Through music you can reach anybody. Between the two there is you, unstoppable. -Grace Slick
The Dalai Jamaa/k/a Gregg Raybin
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