"Music is a moral law. It gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination,
and charm and gaiety to life and to everything." -PLATO

November 22, 2008
Special Message to our House Concert Guests: On a Season closing "note"... pun intended!
It was delightful to offer such exceptional talent to our music appreciating community.
Thank you so much for joining us this year, and making these shows more than a reality-
they were the stuff memories are made of! We are especially complimented by all those
who were frequent "House Concert attendees", and ultimately became our new friends.


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Things to know about our House Concerts:
TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT:
* Send an e-mail to: fredvine@frontiernet.net and provide us with: your name, e-mail address,
phone number, & names of guests. This will ensure your seating. You will recieve an e-mail
back with pre-payment information as well as concert location.
* When advance donations aren't recieved, your name will be on the reservation list as an
unpaid guest. We then assume you will pay the "At-the-Door" donation upon arrival.
* "Tickets" are distributed to guests on our Reservation List, the day of the performance,
as we greet them- they are great for souveniers, as a reminder of your evening with us!
* If you do not have Internet access or an e-mail address, or it is close to the Concert date,
calling us ahead with your reservation would be suitable:
Fred at (585) 334-2779 or Cheryl at (585) 223-8447

"DOORS OPEN at (time)" means...
The day of the performance guests are greeted at the door a half hour before the actual
performance start time. This allows our performers ample opportunity for sound check,
as well as the time concert hosts need for the numerous other related preparation tasks.
Everything is done with the intention of making the "best first impression" possible when
you are welcomed to each House Concert presented!

"SUGGESTED DONATION" means...
That is the amount the performer's agent would like us to collect from each guest, if possible,
to make it a financially feasible event for the musician. We, as hosts, do not make a profit, and
have chosen to offer these concerts as a way of bringing exceptional music for the enjoyment of
our Rochester area (and beyond) audience. We are fortunate to have secured bookings with the
level of musicanship that we have, which we attribute to their familiarality with us from previous
contact(s), along with their actual schedule availability.

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 what stores charge (that's good for YOU), and there's no "middle man" so the
performer isn't compromised financially.
"Vine Concerts Cafe" is open (otherwise known as Fred's kitchen on non-concert days!):
This is your chance to chat with other guests while enjoying a variety of refreshments,
available for $1 each, in honor system cups. CHOICES include:
Baked goods brownies, cookies, etc. (seelctions vary 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...

* 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...
31 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...
" Noteworthy"- 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...
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!! ** 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"... Garnet's only Rochester appearance in 2008!
When barely out of high school, Garnet Rogers was 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. 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. FRED will play an Opening Performance.
Festive refreshments being served complimentary. A variety of hot & cold beverages available.~
To learn more about GARNET, please go to: www.garnetrogers.com

After thoughts...
Photos From Our Oct. House Concert (10/23 & 10/24/08) GARNET ROGERS

RAFFLE PRIZE, for both nights: autographed poster of Garnet Rogers
THURSDAY's Concert: 30 guests joined us
      Raffle Winner: Dave LeFevre, a "frequent H.C. attendee" from Ontario
FRIDAY's Concert: 12 guests joined us
     Raffle Winner: Mike Turner

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