Ken Hooten
Musician, Ken Hooten, highlights
fiddlers’ monthly jam
The Oregon Old Time Fiddler District 5 will be holding their monthly jam and performance Feb. 20 at the Winchester Bay Community Center. The acoustic circle jam goes from 1-2pm and the performance 2-4 p.m. The public is invited to an afternoon of music. The featured musician this month is Ken Hooton from Coquille. For more infomation please call 541-759-3419.
Ken Hooton, a long time Oregon Old Time Fiddles Assoc. member, grew up in a musical family. They sang all the way out to their camp, sang around the fire at night, then sang all the way back home. During the depression they went to various relatives’ homes for potluck, and afterwards gathered to sing around the piano.
When Ken was 15 his dad gave him his soprano ukulele, which went with him when he joined the Navy. It survived the war, but then got replaced by a baritone uke which he plays today.
When Ken was in the fifth grade, a man came selling harmonicas for 50 cents, including instructions about how to play in five minutes. This enticed Ken to buy one and play it! He has played harmonica ever since. He also has a “gut bucket”, which has a great bass sound.
Ken’s folks gave him piano lessons when he was eleven and also a guitar which he found was not to his liking. He did go over to his Grandmother’s house, though, and play her old pump organ and her piano, which is still in the family. He has had great fun over the years playing music, especially with the Oregon Old Time Fiddlers, he hardly ever misses a chance to play sing, and enjoy their fellowship.
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Folk Society Public Sing at Unity by the Bay February 14
What: SouthCoastFolk Society Second Sunday Sing-Along!
When: Sunday Afternoon, February 14, 2010, from 4:00PM to 6:00PM
Where: Unity By The Bay, 2100 Union Avenue, North Bend, OR
Featuring: Songs for all ages! Free admission! Open to public!
The South Coast Folk Society will hold a special Valentine’s Day sing-along at Unity by the Bay in North Bend on Sunday afternoon, February 14. This free public songfest begins at 4PM and goes for two full hours. Singers of all ages and voices are welcome. Music and words to a wide variety of favorite tunes are available in our comprehensive song book, “Rise Up Singing”. There are copies for everyone, and all selections are appropriate for the whole family. Instrumental accompaniment is also provided.
The Second Sunday Sing-Along is a year-round event occurring on the second Sunday of every month from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at Unity by the Bay in North Bend. Next month the Sing-Along will be on Sunday, March 14. For more information contact Robert Cribbins at 267-3760.
South Coast Folk Society
southcoastfolksociety@yahoo.com
Gail 756-4701, Paul 572-5370
www.moourl.com/scfs
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Barn Dance at the Greenacres Grange February 20
A public Barn Dance will be held at the Greenacres Grange Hall on Saturday evening, February 20, beginning at 7PM. All are invited. The evening will feature three hours of social dancing to the energetic music of the Eugene Barnstormers. These four gifted musicians are a favorite band of Barn Dance attendees. Their music is ideal for dancing the invigorating circle, contra and square dances as taught by this month’s guest caller, Karen Olsen of Myrtle Point. Karen calls dances that are easy to learn, fun to dance, and lively.
Dancers of all ages, including singles, couples and families, are welcome at this monthly gathering sponsored by the South Coast Folk Society. Doors open at 6:45. New dancers are encouraged to arrive early to learn the simple steps and figures of barn dancing. Wear your dancing shoes, comfortable clothes, and a smile. Karen likes to keep things hopping. This is a light-hearted social gathering with refreshments available throughout the evening.
The Greenacres Grange Hall is located at 93393 Greenacres Lane, just seven miles south of Coos Bay on Hwy. 42. The atmosphere at the Grange is friendly and relaxed, and admission is only $6.00. Students, seniors, and new dancers pay $5.00. Accompanied children under six are free. This is an alcohol, tobacco, and fragrance free event. Contact Gail (756-4701) or Paul (572-5370) for more information.
South Coast Folk Society
southcoastfolksociety@yahoo.com
Gail 756-4701, Paul 572-5370
www.moourl.com/scfs
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Renwick, accomplished musician, plays with OCCO Feb. 21
WHAT: Work of orchestra’s oldest member on winter program
WHERE: Pacific Auditorium, located at Reedsport High School
WHEN: Sunday, February 21 at 2 P.M.
WHO: Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra (OCCO)
A composition by Wilke Renwick, at 88, the senior member of the Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra (OCCO) will be part of the Group’s winter program. The Reedsport concert is at 2 P.M. on Sunday, February 21 in the Pacific Auditorium at Reedsport High School. The specially-priced “early-bird” ticket ($10.00) will admit two persons to the event. Tickets can be purchased at the Reedsport branch of Umpqua Bank. Tickets will also be available one hour before the matinee performance.
Renwick, born in Stockton, California in 1921, began playing French horn at the age of 13. He appeared with a local symphony only three years later. On December 8, 1941, he joined the U. S. Navy and served for 6 years as a Bandsman. He then completed his formal musical education including a bachelor’s degree from the New England Conservatory of Music; Renwick then commenced a long career as an orchestra musician.
After more than 30 years with the Colorado Symphony in Denver, Renwick eventually moved with his wife, Janice, to Florence in 1998. He is an OCCO charter member, having played with the orchestra since its inception in 2001. Among his other compositions, his “Dance” for Brass Quintet, is presently the most frequently performed piece in the world for Brass Quintet.
Renwick’s work’ “On the death of a friend”, will open the second half of the concert. Written in 1977, the composition was an elegy for strings and is dedicated to the memory of three close friends. Also featured on this concert will be solo performances by Rebecah Pulsifer, Nathan Helgeson and Kate Rogers, all principal members of OCCO. Rounding out the program are selections by Saint-Saens, Johann Strauss, Sr., Tchaikovsky, and Waldteufel.
For an afternoon of interesting and varied orchestral music, put Sunday, February 21 on your calendar. More, information is at WWW.OCCO.WS or by calling 541-997-6770.
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Bay Area Concert Band performs Spring Concert
The Bay Area Concert Band will perform a Spring Concert at the North Bend Presbyterian Church. Mr. Mark Allen, Concert Band Conductor, will take up the baton for the evening of music scheduled for Thursday, March 18, 2010 at 7:30 p.m.
A variety of music representing the works of composers — from the classics to contemporary — has been selected. Frank Tieheli is a notable modern-day composer whose works have become standards in concert band repertoire.
The Concert Band will play Tieheli’s An American Elegy. The introduction to the title on each sheet of music well describes the intent of the piece. It reads, “Composed in memory of those who lost their lives at Columbine High School on April 20, 1999 and to honor the survivors.” Columbine, as you will recall, was one of America’s darkest and saddest moments . . . when two senior students, embarked on a massacre, killing 12 students and one teacher. They also injured 21 other students directly, and three people were injured while attempting to escape. The pair then committed suicide. Tieheli’s elegy beautifully pays tribute to those who were killed, injured, and emotionally impacted by the tragedy and serves as a benediction to the survivors.
Grace Praeludium, by W. Francis McBeth represents the works of another modern-day composer. His compositions have consistently been in the top group of the most performed American symphonic wind composers for the past 30 years. Praeludium, comes from the Latin and roughly means “to play before hand” thus, McBeth’s praeludium is what comes before the well known hymn, Amazing Grace. His tone poem is a dynamic and emotional arrangement.
Clare Grundman wrote Irish Rhapsody around 30 years ago. This composition demonstrates Grundman’s mastery of orchestration and exceptional treatment of transitions and pacing. It includes the folk melodies: The Morren (Minstrel Boy), I Know Where I’m Going, Shepher’s Lamb Reel, Cockles and Mussels, The Rakes of Mallow and Kathleen O’More.
Works by Mozart and Brahms are on the program as well as a couple of marches.
It will prove to be a good concert. Hope to see you there! Admission is by donation. All proceeds go to Southwestern Oregon Community College Music Scholarship Fund.
Ken Hooten
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Ken Hooten
Musician, Ken Hooten, highlights
fiddlers’ monthly jam
The Oregon Old Time Fiddler District 5 will be holding their monthly jam and performance Feb. 20 at the Winchester Bay Community Center. The acoustic circle jam goes from 1-2pm and the performance 2-4 p.m. The public is invited to an afternoon of music. The featured musician this month is Ken Hooton from Coquille. For more infomation please call 541-759-3419.
Ken Hooton, a long time Oregon Old Time Fiddles Assoc. member, grew up in a musical family. They sang all the way out to their camp, sang around the fire at night, then sang all the way back home. During the depression they went to various relatives’ homes for potluck, and afterwards gathered to sing around the piano.
When Ken was 15 his dad gave him his soprano ukulele, which went with him when he joined the Navy. It survived the war, but then got replaced by a baritone uke which he plays today.
When Ken was in the fifth grade, a man came selling harmonicas for 50 cents, including instructions about how to play in five minutes. This enticed Ken to buy one and play it! He has played harmonica ever since. He also has a “gut bucket”, which has a great bass sound.
Ken’s folks gave him piano lessons when he was eleven and also a guitar which he found was not to his liking. He did go over to his Grandmother’s house, though, and play her old pump organ and her piano, which is still in the family. He has had great fun over the years playing music, especially with the Oregon Old Time Fiddlers, he hardly ever misses a chance to play sing, and enjoy their fellowship.
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Folk Society Public Sing at Unity by the Bay February 14
What: SouthCoastFolk Society Second Sunday Sing-Along!
When: Sunday Afternoon, February 14, 2010, from 4:00PM to 6:00PM
Where: Unity By The Bay, 2100 Union Avenue, North Bend, OR
Featuring: Songs for all ages! Free admission! Open to public!
The South Coast Folk Society will hold a special Valentine’s Day sing-along at Unity by the Bay in North Bend on Sunday afternoon, February 14. This free public songfest begins at 4PM and goes for two full hours. Singers of all ages and voices are welcome. Music and words to a wide variety of favorite tunes are available in our comprehensive song book, “Rise Up Singing”. There are copies for everyone, and all selections are appropriate for the whole family. Instrumental accompaniment is also provided.
The Second Sunday Sing-Along is a year-round event occurring on the second Sunday of every month from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at Unity by the Bay in North Bend. Next month the Sing-Along will be on Sunday, March 14. For more information contact Robert Cribbins at 267-3760.
South Coast Folk Society
southcoastfolksociety@yahoo.com
Gail 756-4701, Paul 572-5370
www.moourl.com/scfs
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Barn Dance at the Greenacres Grange February 20
A public Barn Dance will be held at the Greenacres Grange Hall on Saturday evening, February 20, beginning at 7PM. All are invited. The evening will feature three hours of social dancing to the energetic music of the Eugene Barnstormers. These four gifted musicians are a favorite band of Barn Dance attendees. Their music is ideal for dancing the invigorating circle, contra and square dances as taught by this month’s guest caller, Karen Olsen of Myrtle Point. Karen calls dances that are easy to learn, fun to dance, and lively.
Dancers of all ages, including singles, couples and families, are welcome at this monthly gathering sponsored by the South Coast Folk Society. Doors open at 6:45. New dancers are encouraged to arrive early to learn the simple steps and figures of barn dancing. Wear your dancing shoes, comfortable clothes, and a smile. Karen likes to keep things hopping. This is a light-hearted social gathering with refreshments available throughout the evening.
The Greenacres Grange Hall is located at 93393 Greenacres Lane, just seven miles south of Coos Bay on Hwy. 42. The atmosphere at the Grange is friendly and relaxed, and admission is only $6.00. Students, seniors, and new dancers pay $5.00. Accompanied children under six are free. This is an alcohol, tobacco, and fragrance free event. Contact Gail (756-4701) or Paul (572-5370) for more information.
South Coast Folk Society
southcoastfolksociety@yahoo.com
Gail 756-4701, Paul 572-5370
www.moourl.com/scfs
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Renwick, accomplished musician, plays with OCCO Feb. 21
WHAT: Work of orchestra’s oldest member on winter program
WHERE: Pacific Auditorium, located at Reedsport High School
WHEN: Sunday, February 21 at 2 P.M.
WHO: Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra (OCCO)
A composition by Wilke Renwick, at 88, the senior member of the Oregon Coast Chamber Orchestra (OCCO) will be part of the Group’s winter program. The Reedsport concert is at 2 P.M. on Sunday, February 21 in the Pacific Auditorium at Reedsport High School. The specially-priced “early-bird” ticket ($10.00) will admit two persons to the event. Tickets can be purchased at the Reedsport branch of Umpqua Bank. Tickets will also be available one hour before the matinee performance.
Renwick, born in Stockton, California in 1921, began playing French horn at the age of 13. He appeared with a local symphony only three years later. On December 8, 1941, he joined the U. S. Navy and served for 6 years as a Bandsman. He then completed his formal musical education including a bachelor’s degree from the New England Conservatory of Music; Renwick then commenced a long career as an orchestra musician.
After more than 30 years with the Colorado Symphony in Denver, Renwick eventually moved with his wife, Janice, to Florence in 1998. He is an OCCO charter member, having played with the orchestra since its inception in 2001. Among his other compositions, his “Dance” for Brass Quintet, is presently the most frequently performed piece in the world for Brass Quintet.
Renwick’s work’ “On the death of a friend”, will open the second half of the concert. Written in 1977, the composition was an elegy for strings and is dedicated to the memory of three close friends. Also featured on this concert will be solo performances by Rebecah Pulsifer, Nathan Helgeson and Kate Rogers, all principal members of OCCO. Rounding out the program are selections by Saint-Saens, Johann Strauss, Sr., Tchaikovsky, and Waldteufel.
For an afternoon of interesting and varied orchestral music, put Sunday, February 21 on your calendar. More, information is at WWW.OCCO.WS or by calling 541-997-6770.
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Bay Area Concert Band performs Spring Concert
The Bay Area Concert Band will perform a Spring Concert at the North Bend Presbyterian Church. Mr. Mark Allen, Concert Band Conductor, will take up the baton for the evening of music scheduled for Thursday, March 18, 2010 at 7:30 p.m.
A variety of music representing the works of composers — from the classics to contemporary — has been selected. Frank Tieheli is a notable modern-day composer whose works have become standards in concert band repertoire.
The Concert Band will play Tieheli’s An American Elegy. The introduction to the title on each sheet of music well describes the intent of the piece. It reads, “Composed in memory of those who lost their lives at Columbine High School on April 20, 1999 and to honor the survivors.” Columbine, as you will recall, was one of America’s darkest and saddest moments . . . when two senior students, embarked on a massacre, killing 12 students and one teacher. They also injured 21 other students directly, and three people were injured while attempting to escape. The pair then committed suicide. Tieheli’s elegy beautifully pays tribute to those who were killed, injured, and emotionally impacted by the tragedy and serves as a benediction to the survivors.
Grace Praeludium, by W. Francis McBeth represents the works of another modern-day composer. His compositions have consistently been in the top group of the most performed American symphonic wind composers for the past 30 years. Praeludium, comes from the Latin and roughly means “to play before hand” thus, McBeth’s praeludium is what comes before the well known hymn, Amazing Grace. His tone poem is a dynamic and emotional arrangement.
Clare Grundman wrote Irish Rhapsody around 30 years ago. This composition demonstrates Grundman’s mastery of orchestration and exceptional treatment of transitions and pacing. It includes the folk melodies: The Morren (Minstrel Boy), I Know Where I’m Going, Shepher’s Lamb Reel, Cockles and Mussels, The Rakes of Mallow and Kathleen O’More.
Works by Mozart and Brahms are on the program as well as a couple of marches.
It will prove to be a good concert. Hope to see you there! Admission is by donation. All proceeds go to Southwestern Oregon Community College Music Scholarship Fund.
Ken Hooten