THERE IS AN INTERMISSION, usually for 15 minutes.  At this time...
CDs are for Sale: The featured performer is happy to discuss the recordings and answer your
questions, as well as sign any Cds you wish to purchase. What's wonderful about buying their
music at this time is that you get your selection autographed, you don't pay sales tax, prices are
less than in the stores, & the performer isn't compromised financially, since there's no "middle man". 
The "Vine Concerts Cafe" is open (otherwise known as Fred's kitchen on non-concert days!):
this is the time to chat with other guests while enjoying a variety of refreshments, for $1 each. 
CHOICES include: a different variety of baked goods brownies, cookies, etc. at each show
Hot beverages- regular & decaf coffee, teas, hot chocolate, flavored cappucinos
Cold drinks- bottled water, canned soda, lemonade, iced tea.


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Our FALL 2008 HOUSE CONCERTS are...

* SATURDAY, September 13th, at 8:00pm * 
 "Season Starter" 
We will host stellar Singer-songwriter & multi-instrumentalist,
JOE CROOKSTON, from Ithaca, NY 
Joining him will be Rochester's beloved Bluesman & a folk favorite, FRED VINE,
for a shared evening of entertainment. You'll hear lots of original music guaranteed 
to make you feel good, that will stick with you when you leave to go home! You can
count hearing selections from Joe's new CD, "Able, Baker, Charlie, & Dog". Joining
them "on stage" will be their friend, BRIAN COUGHLIN, as a Guest Performer. Brian
is well known as Rochester's host of the monthly Songwriters in the Round Series- what
a treat this evening promises to be! You won't even mind that the seasons are changing now!
To find out more about JOE, go to: www.joecrookston.com

After thoughts...
30 guests started our Fall Series off with us- thanks for joining us!
RAFFLE PRIZE WINNER: Jenna Bernardi, 8"x 10" framed collage photo
of the evening's three performers, autographed by each of them, of course!
~She told us this was the first time she has attended a House Concert~

E-MAIL MESSAGE received from JOE, on Sept 16, 2008:
"THANK YOU... That was a blast!... great crowd... and the red rooster being
Passed around... I'm gonna get me one of those!
Feel like I made some new fans, and connected with friends.
The drive home was wet and slow... but I am safe and sound...
To be continued...
Big Hug
Joe Crookston"

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** THURSDAY, October 23rd, at 7:30pm **  ("Doors open" at 7pm)
Newly added performance!!
** FRIDAY, October 24th, at 8:00pm **  ("Doors open" at 7:30pm)
FEATURING: Legendary Guitarist, Singer-Songwriter,  & Composer, 
GARNET ROGERS, from Brantford, Ontario, Canada
This is an "Exclusive Event"... It's Garnet's only Rochester appearance in 2008!
Resolutely independent, Garnet Rogers has turned down offers from major labels
to do his music his own way. When barely out of high school, Garnet Rogers was
already on the road as a full- time working musician with his older brother, Stan Rogers
(now deceased Canadian legend of folk music) in one of the most influential acts in North
American folk music. Since then, Garnet Rogers has established himself as a solo major talent.
With his smooth, dark baritone, his incredible range, and thoughtful, dramatic phrasing, GARNET
is widely considered by fans and critics alike to be one of the finest singers anywhere. He is a man
with a powerful physical presence- close to six & a half feet tall with a voice to match. His music,
like the man himself, is literate, passionate, highly sensitive, and deeply purposeful. Cinematic in
detail, his songs "give expression to the unspoken vocabulary of the heart." GARNET sings
extraordinary songs about people who are not obvious heroes, and he sings of the small victories
of everyday life. As memorable as his songs are, his humor and quick wit move his audiences from tears
to laughter and back again! FRED VINE will treat us to an Opening Performance BOTH evenings~
Festive refreshments being served complimentary. A variety of hot & cold beverages available.~ 
NOTE: Advance Donation: $20/ At-the-Door $25
To learn more about GARNET, please go to: www.garnetrogers.com

Message from Garnet:
"It's an enormous privilege for me to stand up an sing my own songs, but I would really like to be able to
have something left behind after the dust is cleared away where people are actually benefitting from the
concert at some level. It's non-denominational. It crosses party lines. It's all around you. It's a no brainer:
Support your local food bank.
Thanks, Garnet" 
On that premise, Garnet Rogers asks that hosts of all his performances set up a collection place
for non-perishable food (canned goods, etc) and personal care items (shampoo, toothpaste, etc.) 
Thanks to our House Concert guests for bringing contributions!
We will bring your donations to the Community Food Cupboard of Rochester. 

After thoughts... 
Raffle Prize, for both nights: poster of Garnet Rogers, with his autograph
THURSDAY's Concert Winner: Dave LeFevre  ~AND~ 
FRIDAY's Concert Winner: Mike Turner

E-mail message received from a House Concert attendee...
Fred/Cheryl & Garnet -
I just want to say thank you – to all of you - for the truly exceptional performance last night and 
an extremely enjoyable evening.  
Garnet - the music was terrific, it always is and thank you so much for it – but last night, the
‘Twisting in the Wind/Underpass’ combination, familiar and well-liked songs in CD version,
but the degree of power, energy and outrage of them together and performed in that manner
was truly amazing.   It was something of real value to remember.
Cheryl & Fred -
We really enjoyed the house party atmosphere -  your house, the hospitality, the ‘half-time show’
of cake and conversation, and especially the kindness of the group were real gifts.  
Thank you!
Mary

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*** FRIDAY, NOV. 21st, at 8:00pm***  ("Doors open" at 7:30pm)
"Season Finale"
The prominent & prolific PAT WICTOR, on Lapslide Guitar  
His ethereal style has led  him to being called a "Zen Bluesman" by John Platt of WFUV.
PAT currently resides in Brooklyn, NY.
He is a Venezuelan-born blues & folk musician, guitarist,singer/songwriter, and recording artist.
PAT started with guitar, shifted to playing bass, moved on to saxaphone, quit music entirely,
then returned and began composing songs! 
PAT WICTOR was a winner of Falcon Ridge Folk Festival's American New Artist Showcase in 2006,
and he was a finalist in the prestigious 2007 Kerrville Folk Festival New Folk Competition.
PAT leads workshops on: writing, interpreting, & rearranging songs,
on slide guitar & other guitar techniques, and on various music history topics.
You will be absolutely mesmerised watching him play; his song lyrics & voice are equally enchanting.
He's a treasure not to be missed- this show is strategically timed, 
concluding our House Concert season on a "special note" (pun intended!!)
FRED VINE opens the evening with a short performance, and may join Pat for a song or two later.
NOTE: Advance Donation $20/ At-the-Door $23
To find out more interesting information about PAT, get on his e-mail list,
and to read his intriguing newletters, go to: www.patwictor.com