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passing of a dear friend

2009-10-19T18:26:32Z

This post is for those of you who know Steve, Jilla, and daughter Gina from Alta Dena, CA. You may also know them from the JT Didgeridoo Festival. They were the video techs for the festival DVD. We regret to report that Steve passed away suddenly last night (10/18/09). The cause is unknown at this time. We will be posting service information when we have it. He was a dear friend who will be missed.

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Pictures

2009-09-24T22:02:51Z

I've posted 238 pictures from JT 2009 on my gallery: http://eyesoftheheart.zenfolio.com/jtdidgefest

Enjoy!

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Is anyone sad that the JT is over?

2009-09-16T21:44:09Z

It is sad in a way but I feel that if the JT would have kept on going it would have gotten a bit stale and repeditive. I'm glad it went with a bang instead of a slow death with the same acts every year and shrinking attindence. It was fun and now its Chads and Chucks turn.

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Would the last person to leave please turn out the lights?

2009-09-05T13:32:37Z

No reason to belong to this group anymore.
See ya all at another fest in another time:)
ciao,
roberto

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Also found, blue/green tent fly

2009-08-22T13:54:51Z

Or it may be a small tent.... I haven't opened it .
robert

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Found blue enamel cookware

2009-08-20T20:29:28Z

Several pieces of blue enamel plates/cup/bowl with eating utensils were found near my camp site at JT.
You will probably never see them again, as they match my stuff very well and seem happy to belong in my camp kitchen.......I just wanted you to know that they have a good home LOL......
peace,
robert k

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So, what did you think?

2009-08-19T05:47:29Z

Did every body have as good of a time as I did? I'd swear the water in the swimming hole was colder this year.

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Ride Sharing '08

2009-08-13T19:16:16Z

A thread for ride sharing to the '08 JT didge fest. Please post to this thread, not the one from 2007 :)

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when do the gates open?

2009-08-13T19:00:35Z

Heeeelllloooo didgers! just a couple days away now!!! does anyone kow how early I can get into the festival grounds and set up our spot? I really want to beat the heat, last year i got a slight case of heat exhaustion ( that came brought along a piercing throbbing headache) during setup that I would love to avoid this year.. call me crazy but it was no fun :) thanks folks

Jaylon

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RIDE: LA-->NF Friday 12PM:::NF-->LA Sun 10AM

2009-08-12T13:00:48Z

Hello everyone,

I'm going solo this year and will be leaving LA around 12PM on Friday and returning somewhat early on Sunday (I have to work early on Monday). I'm likely going to drive my own car and have room for at least one more person, if not two. I can ride with someone else as well, but really need to be home Sunday mid afternoon.

If anyone's interested let me know! You can also reach me @ 310.430.0567. If there's any last minute LAX fly-ins, I'm leaving from right near the airport so can grab someone if need be.

--Jake

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early bird camping

2009-08-08T04:47:45Z

Since we cannot camp at JT grounds on Thursday, and it looks like a alot of people are showing up on Thursday, is there any space for camping for the early birds? I know some people are camping out at Bass Lake but is there enough room there for all the people showing up early?

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"Didgeridoo Choir" experiment?

2009-08-08T00:00:48Z

Has anyone ever seen or heard of a handbell choir, in which each player has one or two bells of a certain pitch and play them only when their particular note comes up in the music? Here's a Youtube link (one of many): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bHNdoIWxXDk
I've been toying with this idea for several years now, and this year's JT seems like a very fitting and appropriate place to do a bit of actual "playing around". What if we were to do this with didgeridoos? We'd need 5 or 8 or 12 willing people, at least that many didgeridoos in harmonic accordance, some kind of music we could all read (I have some ideas on that) and a piece or two to play. It doesn't have to be too fancy or complicated--I bet the audience would love it!
Intrigued? Interested? Worth a try? Reply here and let's see if we can get a short piece together for the JT Ensemble!!

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Volunteer Info

2009-08-06T16:28:26Z

Anyone know how to get ahold of anyone from didgefest to inquire about volunteering this year? Ive sent emals to didgefest@aol.com but no response. Can anyone help?

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JT 2009... anyone going early?

2009-07-28T02:12:04Z

Happy New Year all!!!

Well, this is the last year, and I hope to buy my plane tickets sometime this month, Feb. latest. The past two years, I have gone Thursday through Monday, with the bulk of my travel taking place on Thur. and Mon. so I had all three days to be at the festival. Does anyone have any plans to be in the area earlier this year (Mon. Tue. Wed.), maybe camp at or near Casey's or another state park close by? I thought there might be more time to spend with folks outside of JT if it was planned well enough in advance.

Anyone?

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What I Learned as an East Coaster going to JT

2009-07-28T00:33:47Z

Couple things I picked up on over the years -- tips, if you will, that might make things a bit more comfy for folks from the east.

- Moisturizing lotion. Nothing fancy. For your feet -- ESPECIALLY if you're gonna wear sandals. Humidity is SO low, that the skin on my feet cracked. Ouchy. Bring lotion.

- Flying into Fresno? Make SURE to pack to TSA guidelines for your trip back home! They are sticklers for the rules there. I guess they're bored, dunno....

- If you can, and I know it might be difficult, avoid flying on United -- especially if you're connecting into Fresno. All I'll say on that!

- Sun screen -- a no-brainer.

- With the dew-point at like -45 degrees kelvin, it gets pretty dang chilly in the evenings. If you can afford the space in the suitcase - pack layers

- Guys, if you're inclined to wear a kilt - bring it with you. Apparently there's a kilt-subculture within the international didge community
(Mine no longer, fits, Per, so ferget about it)

- Sunglasses. Another no-brainer.

- Hat. Ball caps work. Even better is something with a wide brim.

- Chapstick! Especially if it has an SPF. Low huimidity=chapped/cracked lips=hard to play didge! Bring it, you'll be glad you did!

Add to the list if you can think of more stuff!!

KK

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Kosmopterix - Dubravko Lapaines' New album

2009-07-27T17:41:50Z

Hello everyone. I am here to announce Kosmopterix.

This is Dubravko Lapaines' new Didgeridoo based album/CD. He lives in Croatia, and is a professional/fulltime didgeridoo player/instructor/recording artist. He possesses an Awesome didgeridoo skillset. Check out the downloadable version of his album, and I think you will agree he is an incredible didge player/recording artist.

http://dubravkolapaine.bandcamp.com/album/kosmopterix

Additionally, I wanted everyone to know that we will be fortunate to have him in attendence at JT this year to put on performances and workshops and possibly even some private lessons.

I may also have hard copies of his CD prior to JT. Contact me if interested:

befrank3@hotmail.com

Finally, in the works are concerts in the Phoenix area (Wed Aug 12th) as well as a possible Southern California concert (Sunday Aug 16th in the evening).

This is shaping up to be a great festival/weekend!

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Didgeridoo Workshops and Performances

2009-07-20T17:33:21Z

Hi Everyone,

There are a few didgeridoo related treats on the menu for this coming weekend so here we go:

Friday, 24 July 7-9pm
Performance @
Zippy's Java Lounge
1804 Hewitt Ave
Everett, Washington 98201

Cool rhythms on the sticks to tap your toes by as you sip on a Chai.

Saturday, 25 July
Workshops @ Dusty Strings
3406 Fremont Ave N
Seattle, WA 98103

Beginners Workshop
10:30am-12:30pm
This is a fun workshop for beginners who have never played didgeridoo before. We will cover the basics of getting the drone, circular breathing, vocals and simple rhythms and moreas well as have a laugh or two along the way.

Circular Breathing and Rhythms
1:30-3:30pm
We'll cover more about circular breathing and how to get it and include it in rhythms as well as covering a more meditative approach to this seemingly elusive technique. We will also explore rhythms and techniques and how to put them together to make a song. If you do not have a didgeridoo, no worries, I will have extras on hand. For more information go to www.dustystrings.com/worksho...ult.aspx

Saturday, 25 July
5pm
Moore Brothers Music
22820 NE 8th Street, Suite 102
Sammamish, WA 98074

We are celebrating five years with a party at Moore Brothers Music in Sammamish. This is where I teach piano and voice (as well as a bit of didge). There will be student and instructor performances all day long so come on down and join in the fun. The sticks and I will be on at 5pm for some tasty rhythmic fun. More info can be found at www.moorebrothersmusic.com/

I think that's it. Thanks for letting me ramble on and hope to see you soon! :-)

Peace on,
Pam

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Okay, is it August yet?

2009-07-09T22:38:25Z

I mean... crimony, ya know?

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Looking for a Ride Share from San Diego to JT Didgeridoo Fest..

2009-07-07T02:50:46Z

Hello there,

I know that it's still a little over a month before the fest, but I was looking for someone to carpool with from San Diego. I am willing to take my car, it would just be nice to share gas and company since I am going by myself.

This will be my first year going but I have been teaching myself how to play the didgeridoo for almost a year now. Anyway I live in San Diego county and I’m far from being a crazy lady. In fact, I am probably one of the coolest cats you would ever meet. If your interested...just drop me a line or feel free to give me a call as well. 760 712-2367

Peace,
Mysty

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JT Didgefest 2009 Entertainment

2009-06-01T16:08:07Z

Is looking GOOD!!

http://www.jtdidgefest.com/entertainment.htm

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JT didge fest and Sept 23rd Worldwide Didgeridoo meditation

2009-04-26T04:53:28Z

Hello everyone, I just joined this Group, and I have been a didge player/collector for almost 6 years now. I attended my first JT didgefest in 2004 when the JT stood for Joshua Tree, and I believe that 2004 was the last year that it was held in Joshua Tree. I live in the Phoenix (Ahwatukee) AZ area, so when the location was moved to California, my drivetime went from 4 hours to 11 hours, so I found it more difficult to attend. But this year I decided to just make it happen. Part of the reason that I wanted to attend was to be there to support Rob and Tanya as I have become friends with them over the past several years. I was so glad that I came this year and I found myself energized and inspired to attend future years. Unfortunately, I see that Next year will be the last year. I am experiencing a similar sense of sadness as I did when the Didgeridoo and Co magazine ceased to exist, but I can understand that the planning of such an event must require an incredible amount of energy, and I am grateful to everyone who has been involved in the planning and execution of the Fest over the past 9 years.

I am also acquainted with Svargo from the Didjshop.com in Kuranda Australia. He has started a Worldwide Didgeridoo Meditation. The next one will be Sept 23rd. How to participate is simple. Play your didge for 45 min at sundown on the 23rd and then observe 15 min of silence. It is a way to be a part of a worldwide didgeridoo community. He had asked me to pass out flyers at JT, and sent it to me via E mail, but unfortunately, it didn't arrive before I left, so I am trying to still spread the word. He started this to send positive didgeridoo sound/energy around the world

You can see more information here:

http://www.didjshop.com/shop1/didgeridoo_meditation_next.html

I can also say that Svargo is a great guy who runs a great didgeridoo business and gives top notch customer service. Additionally, 5 of my 18 didges are from the Didjshop.com, and a highend didjshop didge is among the best that I have played. Also, I have no business connection with the Didjshop, so have no financial interst in saying this.

Anyway, have a look at the Worldwide Didgeridoo meditaion, and I will be happy to get to know people in this group. I am also interested in meeting up with Advanced Didge players in the Phoenix Area.

Bernard

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Didjeridu sound healing event spots in California?

2009-04-17T05:34:39Z

Greetings,

Jen and I are taking our sound healing event on the road for a sound tour from Portland down to Joshua Tree in May. I'm looking for connections with places that might be interested in hosting our Sound Awakening event.
It's an hour of didjeridus, gongs, Tibetan bowls, flute and more. We spend most of the time on our feet floating through the room playing on/over people so they feel as well as hear the soundwaves.

I've been doing this group sound night in Portland for about 5 years and the last 10 or so of my 14 years with the didjeridu has been focused on sound healing. I can't not do it and I love it. I'd happily provide you many references if that would make a difference... or just ask Chad! It was a special treat to share this past Tuesday with him and Ondrej in Portland - an hour of Ondrej rocking our socks off followed by another hour of our sound meditation journey... and a repeat performance this Tuesday!

For this trip we're especially looking for contacts in the general vicinity of Chico, San Francisco, Santa Cruz, Big Sur, LA, San Diego and Joshua Tree. Not sure we'll get to all of these but I've been working on this trip for 2 months now and things really aren't falling in to place yet so I'm seeing what opens up for us.

If anyone has any suggestions I'd really love to hear from you. I'm not on Tribe much these days but will be checking in for this. I respond very quickly to email at tomlange1@yahoo.com

Peace through music,
Tom

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Rocky Mountain Didgeridoo Festival August 21-23, Crestone, CO

2009-04-02T02:23:31Z

It looks like we have a festival ground & firm date for a weekend Rocky Mountain didgeridoo festival. The inspiring Dream Weaver Sanctuary is several acres in the Crestone area, at the foot of the glorious Sangre de Christo Mountains in southern Colorado. This is a new location about 35 miles from Joy’s place.

It is a green site so we compost and recycle everything. There will be potlucks and the End of the Road Café will be serving up yummy coffee and maté treats, and with everyone’s help can be a communal kitchen. This will be a self-sufficient camping event, be prepared for afternoon thunderstorms. Lodging is available nearby in the town of Crestone. It’s hoped that each person can do an hour or two of volunteer work a day, and it looks like we’ll be able to offer work trade & sliding scale.

The date for the festival is August 21-23 … this is one week after California’s Jammin’ Tree festival and two weeks after both the Crestone Music Festival and In-didj-in-us in Oregon. Ondrej Smeykal sounded excited about playing in Crestone, and other international artists will likely perform. They will need to travel great distances, so support them with your generous donation.

The hope is to draw audience and performers from around the region, and showcase mountain-state talent. There’s enthusiastic didj communities in Santa Fe and Albuquerque, and a well-organized bunch in Colorado Springs as well. There are a number of players and makers here in the San Luis Valley as well. Everyone is invited to play, either in a performance slot, open mic, ceremony, or sound healing. The End of the Road Café will be a small, intimate venue for acoustic performances and open mic… so volunteer to be a barista! Everyone is also encouraged to set up a booth to show their wares, or offer instruments informally by leaning them up against a tree. Anyone may offer a workshop.

Volunteers can work on festival coordination, publicity, booking acts, being an act, setting up the physical site, website, fund raising, you name it. Remember… it is YOUR festival, be a leader!

There will be a one-day potluck fund raising & planning event at north of Denver in Dacono Saturday June 6, the same date & place as last year’s event. If you remember It’ll be a great place to jam and have a blast!

Super big thanks to all the people who have made it possible to get this far.

A new yahoo group is forming for volunteers & performers… please contribute your ideas and be a part of making it real.

sign up by emailing rockydidj-subscribe@yahoogroups.com

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Didge crafter challenge

2009-02-24T01:51:13Z

Alright folks! CJ Henderson here. I have recently started playing with the Wicked Tinkers and have a bit of a challenge for any of you crafters who feel you can make this happen! We play in the key of Bb+(matches the bagpipes) and have a great 7 foot long super low didge that lives on a stand (thanks Zumwalt!). We are in the market for a lightweight, portable( for romping through audiences and table dancing), good playing/sounding, and cool looking didge that plays a low Bb. It does not have to be as low as the big Zumwalt didge obviously, but we do not need it bumblebee high either. We have a great high Bb didge (thanks Chad!) and our horn. I think we are leaning more towards the hardwood or leather didges, but I am open for ideas! Let me know what you all think!
CJ

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Zippy's Jam Tomorrow

2009-02-13T19:28:31Z

Hi Everyone,

Just a reminder that the jam at Zippy's Java Lounge is on.

Tomorrow is a day for lovers (actually, every day is a day for lovers)
so come celebrate your love for the didgeridoo, drum, banjo, shakers,
Native American flute, shakuhachi or any other acoustic instrument at
the Valentine's Day jam from 4:30-7pm. There will be an informal
didgeridoo lesson beforehand at 3:30pm ($5 suggested donation) so
if you live in the Seattle/Everett area (or even if you don't) come
on down and join in the fun!! It'll be better than chocolate.....well
almost.

Zippy's is located at
1804 Hewitt Ave.
Everett, WA 98201

Hope to see you there!

Cheers,
Pam

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Didgeridoo Performance and Workshops

2009-02-03T00:14:35Z

Hi Everyone,

I've got a few didgeridoo related things coming up in the next couple
of weeks for those of you who are around the Seattle or Puget sound area....or even if you're not. They are:

Sunday, 2/8
7-9:30pm
Didgeridoo performance with Steve Saville on hand drums
Makeda Coffee
153 N 78th St.
Seattle, WA 98103

Saturday, 2/14
4:30-7pm
Didgeridoo and Acoustic Instrument Jam
Zippy's Java Lounge
1804 Hewitt Ave.
Everett, WA 98201
I know it's Valentine's Day but come jam anyway!! We'll have
ton's of fun.

Sunday, 2/15
Didgeridoo Workshops
Dusty Strings
3406 Fremont Ave. N,
Seattle, Washington 98103

Didgeridoo Workshop for Beginners
12:15-2:15pm
This workshop will cover the basics of getting the drone, clarifying
the drone, circular breathing, vocals and other techniques to get you
started. Past classes have been a lot of fun so come over and join in.

Intermediate Didgeridoo Workshop
2:45-4:45pm
This is a continuing workshop from the beginner class. In this
workshop, students will learn more about circular breathing,
intermediate techniques, simple rhythms and how to put those simple
rhythms together to make a song. The focus is on fun as you learn.

If you don't have a didgeridoo, no worries, I will have
extras with me for both classes.

For more information or to register you can call Dusty
Strings at 206-634-1662 or toll free at 1-866-364-1662 or you can
logon to www.dustystrings.com.

Hope to see you soon!

Cheers,
Pam

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Looking to build an audience

2009-01-20T00:24:57Z

Hi Everyone,

This is Pam.

I got bit by the performing bug so at the risk of shameless self-promotion, I’m starting the process of scheduling some performances (gigs) and didgeridoo workshops around the Seattle and Puget Sound area (and beyond?) and wanted to ask if anyone in these areas would be interested in learning more about what I’m doing. If so, please let me know and I can put you on an emailing list. Or if you’d rather you can visit www.pamelamortensen.com and where you’ll find an email sign up on the home page as well as more information about what I do.

Also, if you know of any venues in your area that you think a didgeridoo performance would fit, let me know about that too. I’m covering as many places as I can but locals always know of a place I may end up missing.

Thanks for your help and see you soon!

Pam
pmcomposer@earthlink.net

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Didge and Acoustic Instrument Jam at Zippy's

2009-01-08T18:33:44Z

Hi Everyone,

This coming Saturday, 10 Jan., come on over to Zippy's
Java Lounge in Everett, Washington as we host the next didgeridoo
and acoustic instrument jam. We've had a pretty great time so far so let's get together and celebrate a new year. Here's the best part, all levels are welcome so you don't have to be an expert at anything! So bring your didge, flute, djembe, oud, tabla, doumbek, hand percussion, harp, banjo, or any other musical instrument and join in the fun!

An informal didgeridoo lesson from 3:30-4:15pm ($5 suggested donation)
Didge and Acoustic Instrument Jam will be from 4:30-7pm
At
Zippy's Java Lounge
1804 Hewitt Ave.
Everett, WA 98203
425-258-4940

Hope to see you there!

Cheers,
Pam

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Tyler Spencer at WRF 2008

2008-12-26T05:58:07Z

This was cool to watch live. Enjoy!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yRtszL4F04I&eurl=http://swps.org/swps?zs=7857396394;dpage=home

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Ondrej Smeykal U.S. tour

2008-12-22T14:37:35Z

Ondrej will be coming back in March for a 'full U.S.' tour. I'm booking his shows, working it around a few key shows already in negotiation. We'll be looking to add a bunch more dates for concerts and workshops. If you want Ondrej to come to your hometown and think it can draw enough of a crowd to be profitable contact me through e-mail or over the phone and we'll see what we can set up. chadbutler@bhumsiva.com (503)394-2362. We'll be starting early march on the east coast, moving through the midwest on an undetermined route, down to Arizona for a show on the 14th, then it's west coast time until the end of the month. Anything is possible. Hit me up.

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Zippy's Didgeridoo and Acoustic Instrument Jam

2008-12-10T17:59:14Z

Hi Everyone,

This coming Saturday, 13 Dec., come on over to Zippy's
Java Lounge in Everett, Washington as we host the next didgeridoo
and acoustic instrument jam. We've had a pretty great time so far so let's get together and make it a party. Bring your didge, flute, djembe, oud, tabla, doumbek, hand percussion, harp, banjo, or any other musical instrument and join in the fun!

North Seattle Didgeridoo and Acousticals
Didge and Acoustic Instrument Jam
All acoustic instruments are welcome

An informal didgeridoo lesson from 3:30-4:15pm ($5 suggested donation)
Open Mic will be from 4:30-7pm
At
Zippy's Java Lounge
1804 Hewitt Ave.
Everett, WA 98203
425-258-4940

Hope to see you there!

Thanks much,
Pam

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The Didgeridoo Tribe Network is LIVE

2008-11-13T02:19:08Z

http://www.DidgeridooTribe.com is back and alive! Come and join in on the new forum that is especially made with our members in mind. Help unite the tribe's original group feel welcomed in their newest home. Your support is needed and respected. Read more about the Didgeridoo Tribes journey.Join in and share your didgeridoo experience. Many thanks to those who have supported our tribe. I hope you will make it your home once again.

Cheers, Rick

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Didgeridoo and Acoustic Instrument Open Mic

2008-11-07T18:24:56Z

Hi Everyone,

Sorry this is short notice. The weekend snuck up on me. If you can make it to this, we'd love to see you there.

This coming Saturday, 8 Nov, come show your stuff at Zippy's
Java Lounge in Everett, Washington as we host the next didgeridoo
and acoustic instrument open mic and jam. We've had a pretty great time so far but let's get together and grow this puppy! Bring your didge, flute, djembe, oud, tabla, doumbek, hand percussion, harp, banjo, theramin or any other musical instrument that doesn't normally get heard at an open mic. Heck, if you come, I may even sing the theme to Star Trek. One never knows. Anyhow, here's the who, what, when, why and how.

North Seattle Didgeridoo and Acousticals
Open Mic and Jam – All acoustic instruments are welcome

An informal didgeridoo lesson from 3:30-4:15pm ($5 suggested donation)
Open Mic will be from 4:30-7pm
At
Zippy's Java Lounge
1804 Hewitt Ave.
Everett, WA 98203
425-258-4940

Come on out and jam together or just have a listen. Hope to see you there!!

Cheers,
Pam

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Ondrej Smeykal workshop notes

2008-11-06T02:51:06Z

Does anybody have permission yet to post notes from this years workshops from Ondrej? I know some people said they where going to do that : )

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Richards; (the green man from Shasta), Son dies in Vegas

2008-10-31T19:25:11Z

to all my family...
my good friend Richard..had only one son.....
he didn't talk about him alot ......
and when he did..it was always with a deep love ....
he was a very smart kid.... you could hear the pride ..
. ..........in Richards voice as he would talk about him ..... prior to his death........
there were probably reasons why they hadn't talk in a while .
.. i don't know ...
(why haven't i talked to my son for over a year?????)
he was 31.........
this is what the newspaper said about it....
but before you read it ..
. Richard asked that we all play some music somewhere for his son "RC",..
........ just a little song or something dedicated to "RC".. is what he asked me to pass on to you..
Richards son lived in the Florida panhandle.....he didn't live in Vegas....
there are many unanswered questions to his death ..... Richard needs our prayers ......
He is devastated ...........
he doesn't have any e-mail
his phone number is 760-915-0232
love kiriel

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Ondrej Smeykal 2008 performance

2008-10-20T17:07:33Z

Did anybody tape this? It maybe good to get this on Youtube before Tribe.net goes dead again.

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where did my post go ?

2008-10-14T23:46:53Z

well ?

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some virtual reality photos from jt08

2008-10-13T23:53:09Z

if you couldn't make it to these events this year or even if you did, you can experience them (again) in virtual reality (vr).

if you haven't seen a quicktime vr (you don't need quicktime), you have to check these out !
when you get to my site, click on a thumbnail OR on the 'high' or 'low' links below the images. a new window will open and the vr will load, click on the image and drag your mouse around to look around.

you can look up, down and all around these images.

you can view the vr's here: http://pdxvr.com/tours-project-62

vr's from indidjinus are here: http://pdxvr.com/tours-project-60

there are a bunch of others from my trip this summer too, the best way see them all is to go to http://pdxvr.com/tours-new and click the next / previous buttons on the top right

if you know me or i know you, check them out and you can see a lot of the places i went.

mmm

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Next year is a BIG deal...

2008-10-05T05:11:11Z

... because it will be the last. :(

http://www.jtdidgefest.com/

"What a wonderful journey this has been! The organizers are grateful to everyone who has participated over the last decade. It has been a great success but we are ready to explore new opportunities and adventures. This final year will be a celebration that reflects the joyful experiences of the last 10 years."

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Didgeridoo Tribe

2008-09-30T18:44:52Z

Hey gang;
Being that Tribe.net seems to be down as much as it is up these days; I would like to suggest that we all reconnect over at facebook.
I do not want to lose the connections that I have made here if Tribe goes down for good.
I have started a "Group" there called "didgeridoo tribe".

The description reads:
A continuation of the Didgeridoo group, formerly on Tribe.net. A place to discuss all things didgeridoo including, but not limited to: Instruments, techniques, performers, and festivals.

If you are leary of Facebook, believe me, it has crossed over. It is no longer just high schoolers and endless games. It is quickly becoming the premiere online social networking site.

No pressure, and you certainly don't gotta - but I hope to see most, if not all, of you there.
I will cross-post this to several of the didge tribes here.

Peace
Jay

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Didgeridoo and Acoustic Instrument Open Mic

2008-09-12T05:02:08Z

Hi Everyone,

This coming Saturday, 13 September, Zippy's
Java Lounge in Everett, Washington will be hosting a didgeridoo and acoustic instrument open mic. Here are the specs:

North Seattle Didgeridoo and Acousticals
Performance and Open Mic
All acoustic instruments are welcome

An informal didgeridoo lesson from 3:30-4:15pm ($5 suggested donation)
Open Mic will be from 4:30-7pm
At
Zippy's Java Lounge
1804 Hewitt Ave.
Everett, WA 98203
425-258-4940

We're back from the summer break so bring your didge, bring your drums, bring your
flute, bring your stringed instruments or even bring your kazoo and come on out and jam
together or just have a listen. Hope to see your there!!

Cheers,
Pam

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Ondrej in Portland tonight

2008-09-03T01:28:45Z

Ondrej is playing tonight (tuesday) in Portland with Tom Lange at Tibet Spirit on Hawthorne at 7pm. Tom listed all the details in another post titled 'didgeridoo filled evening'.........

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New video from didgefest

2008-08-30T18:41:48Z

Rob Thomas of Inlakesh
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y0X2qzI6_qU

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intermission music

2008-08-30T00:21:11Z

hi everyone,
I've gotten many positive comments on the intermission music that was being played during the festival. if you would like to download one of the mixes that was being played you can get it here. it's got a nice world flavor with backing dub vibes....enjoy :)

world dub 1
http://www.overmindworks.org/node/54

if you like that one I would also recommend another one of my world mixes
syncretic earth
http://www.overmindworks.org/node/49

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JT 2008 was awesome!!

2008-08-29T22:04:41Z

what a weekend, it was one of the best experiences of my life, the vibes people and energy were amazing, listening to the drum circle in the teepee just below our camp site was something ill never forget. I want to thank everyone i met for enriching my life by just bieng there!

Thanks to Chad Butler for introducing me to some people and pointing me at Bill Hanes' booth where my didge found me, Bill is a world class guy and im honered to have met and played with him a bit, Bill.. Thanks a million for the cd and dvd.. and the didge! every time i pick it up ( which is about 20 times a day) it shows me something new, the last 48 hours have changed my playing 10 fold. I cant wait for next year! I missed out on jamming with the drums and other didgers because of trying to keep the family at ease ( it was our longest camping tripto date and 2 little kids can be a handfull) but next year i know what im in for and ill be ready. thanks again to everyone, i hope our paths cross again before JT 2009, but if they dont ill see ya then.

-Jaylon

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From our dear friend Jeremy Donovan

2008-08-29T21:57:52Z

To all the people that participated and attended the JT fest 2008,
I wish that I had the personal address of you all so I could write to you all individually.
Financially life can be tough for us all at times, this year I took a huge risk to come out to the JT festival
for just 3 days, i had no money to bring CD's or Didgeridoo's i just had enough money to bring my Heart, Soul and Spirit.
The generosity of my JT family was incredible, and I cannot thank you all enough for the support that you offered me.
I love what I do and it is never about money but when you have a family to support it makes times easier.
Because of your love and generosity you allowed for me to cover my costs of travel and go home with some extra money.
On the Sunday night after the festival I was back in LA, and I became overwhelmed with emotions at just how giving you all were. Tears of joy welled in my eyes, and I just sat in complete Gratitude, you all individually touched my heart and words really do know justice to what I am trying to say.
You are all so special to me, there are a few people that I want to make special mention of, firstly Grahm and Trish for there commitment in organizing the Festival and allowing all the didj family to come together. All the volunteers and sound engineers. Jeff and Sara (Hallowed Sounds) for always being there and supporting me, To Jason and Karen for your generosity you really touched me. To Chad for all his tireless commitment to keep the event safe and loving. To Per and Eileen for all their love and support I wish I could see you more than once a year. To Ron for providing me with transport(JTD Express). To my Lazy Kangaroo family, thanks for feeding me and just supporting me. There are so many others who individually supported me, so thank you.
2009 is going to be the final year of the festival, and so I look forward to coming across and spending time with you all on my trip.
My email is : info@jeremydonovan.com.au if anyone needs to reach me please do not hesitate and I am always going to be here for you the same way you have been there for me,
Blessings and Love to you all,
Walking Free
Jeremy Donovan

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Samadhi videos

2008-08-27T18:42:22Z

Here you go, some more video from didgefest.
http://www.youtube.com/user/bkshafer

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Lewis Burns Performance

2008-08-27T16:31:32Z

Here is Lewis Burns whole performance the first night at this years festival.
http://www.youtube.com/user/bkshafer

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Ondrej Smeykal in Seattle for Concert and Workshops

2008-08-26T22:29:42Z

Hi Everyone,

As CJ posted earlier, Ondrej Smeykal will be in Seattle on Saturday and Sunday to hold some workshops and a concert. For those of you who missed him at Indidjinus or JT, now is a great chance to see him and support the didgeridoo community!! If you're not familiar with Ondrej's work please follow this link:

www.youtube.com/watch

To see other samples, go to Youtube and just type in Ondrej's name.

Here are the specs for the workshops and concerts:

8/30/08
Workshop for Intermediate and Advanced didgeridoo players
4-6pm
$25

Concert
7pm
$25

8/31/08
Workshop for Beginner didgeridoo players
11am-1pm
$25

All events will take place in room #8 at the Lake City Community
Center at 12531 28th Ave NE, Lake City, WA 98125. Entrance to the
center is in the back of the building on the park side where the
courtyard is. Go upstairs and
room 8 will be the first room on the right.

Thanks and hope to see you there.
Pam

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JT 2008 Photos

2008-08-22T18:47:12Z

Here are around 200 of the best photos I took through the weekend. hopefully I captured some of the spirit of this event.

http://tinyurl.com/6a89ps

if anyone has photos online posted just add the link to this thread, we'd love to see them.
rob

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Ondrej Smeykal performances and workshops in Seattle

2008-08-21T06:53:18Z

Ondrej Smeykal will be doing some workshops and a performance in Seattle the weekend of August 30-31. Keep tuned to this thread to find out where and when once a site has been secured.

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Video from JT Didgefest

2008-08-20T01:39:37Z

here is another video, CCat and Bill Hanes jamming in Bills booth http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wg4Cr69qLpY

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Workshop ideas?

2008-08-19T18:50:39Z

On the plane back home I was thinking about the conversations from people about the workshops. Although there where ALOT of workshops this year, there could always be more!
Here are some things I thought up with, and please feel free to ad more!
Tooting on the didge by Chuck Wilson
Rattling and shaker theory from Stephen Kent
Advanced native American flute playing
A class on how to mic up your didge and what mics and sound systems to use for didgeridoos

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RIDESHARING FROM BERKELEY TO DIDGEFEST IN NORTHFOLK THIS WEEKEND> MY RENT CAR OR YOURS? CALL 510-575-8043 SADIE

2008-08-15T05:45:49Z

call me! 510-575-8043 and we may be able to share a ride to the festival. looking foward to spending all 3 days there and possibly sharing a camping spot too?

I can renta car for around 140 for the whole weekend plus gas. we can split that into whoever is coming...

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Jeremy needs ride from L.A.

2008-08-15T02:15:22Z

Last minute telephone call from Jeremy Donovan from Australia who needs a ride from the SF valley to JT. Anyone?

Sadly I can't make it this year.

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less than 24 hours!!

2008-08-14T17:40:11Z

in less than 24 hours well all be livin it up at JT 08'!! have a safe trip to all of those who will be traveling, see ya tommarow!! i just realized how much more stuff were bringing than our car should actually be able to hold.. time to put those engineering classes fromhigh school to work lol!

-Jaylon

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Campsite Sharing '08

2008-08-13T22:08:12Z

A thread for those looking to share campsites at the '08 JT Didge Fest. Please post in this thread, and not the one from last year :)

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JT Didgefest 2008

2008-08-13T16:37:29Z

Start planning now for the JT Didgefest 2008! The website already has the new dates. August 15, 16, 17.

http://www.jtdidgefest.com

Hope to see everyone there!!!
Allan

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what time friday morning

2008-08-11T17:45:28Z

what time is everyone getting there to set up their camp sites? I would like to go thursday night and help set-up but timing wise it wont work, cant be away from home for 3 nights. were in concert view and i uderstand that there is parking just behind it? thanks guys

-Jaylon

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World Music GAthering

2008-08-05T03:12:11Z

The World Music Gathering (WMG) is a Colorado-based event featuring awesome ethnic music from around the globe. All proceeds to go to the WMG Seed Fund - to start a non-profit in Colorado to support this annual event for local musicians and artisans. The World Music Gathering is held in Colorado to support the didgeridoo, ethnic flute and drum communities. All are invited to participate in sponsored events.
The WMG's first event was held on June 7, 2008. It was a great success and all who volunteered and attended are very much appreciated.
Our second annual Gathering will take place on August 1-2, 2009 on the front range of Colorado. If you would like to participate as a volunteer, vendor, musical artist, workshop teacher or sound healer, just let us know!
Mark your calendars now and watch the website for early bird specials.
For information as it happens please join our world music gathering yahoo group , groups.yahoo.com/group/worldmusicgathering
Also, visit the WMG website: www.worldmusicgathering.org
To hear some of the amazing bands that played for us this year check out our myspace page, www.myspace.com/world_music_gathering.

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Flying with a didge?

2008-08-04T23:37:42Z

Anyone have tips for packing my didge for the plane? Been planning to make a franken-box with duct tape and bubble wrap, but it seems like there has to be a more elegant solution. Thanks!

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Does it EVER rain in the summer in CA?

2008-08-01T21:38:26Z

I was just thinking...

I went to JT last year, and was shocked that no fires were allowed... I had never been to California, and had no idea how dangerously dry it becomes in the summer.

Also, I was amazed that all the sound and lighting equipment were kept outside for three days with no worries of wet weather.

Does it ever rain at JT?

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Campsite Sharing

2008-08-01T20:07:38Z

Got a campsite but not enough people? Need a campsite? Find each other here!

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Didgeridoo Performance Aug 2nd

2008-07-30T19:31:50Z

Hi Everyone,

The crazy crew here in Seattle are having a didgeridoo performance at the Lake City Pioneer Days Festival on 2 Aug at 12 noon-1:30pm. Come join the fun, hang out and enjoy some salmon from the salmon bake. There are also vendor booths, a car show and fun things for the kids to do. The fair is located at 125th and Lake City Way. For more info, log on to www.lakecityfestival.com.

Hope to see you there!

Pam

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promoting JT on TV

2008-07-24T01:28:38Z

My Mom hosts a local access T.V show on tuesday nights here in central california, its on KAZV channel 14. I was rambling on and on to her the other day about how excited I am for the upcoming JT and she offered to have me come play the didge and promote JT this tuesday night on her show, she will be taking a long vacation from the show and wont be back untill after JT is over so this show is my only chance to promote JT. Should i do it ( Ive never done anythign liek this so what all should i mention about JT if i do) and does anyone else want to come too :)

Jaylon

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Workshop ALERT!!!

2008-07-19T19:53:55Z

I just checked the JT website, several workshops are now up!

Good information, and some cool pictures from last year...
(I'm in one, and my didge is in the another :P)

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California wild fires

2008-07-11T21:25:46Z

Is North Fork in any danger? It would be sad to have a JT in ashes!

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What's happened to the Didgeridootribe.com website?

2008-07-02T14:51:43Z

Does anyone know what has transired with the www.didgeridootribe.com forum?
It was getting revised, then an option was added to donate via paypal, and now it looks like you can't even get in unless you pay.
Is anyone inside?
What's the deal?
robert

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rideshare? best logistics?

2008-06-25T01:00:03Z

Aloha,

i am departing maui on a big adventure this summer. looks like i'm going to shambhala and burning man. there's about 3 weeks inbetween that i'll be cruising da west coast.

i would reeeeally love to make it to DF, but have no idea the best way to go about.

i've got lots of friends in portland. anyone planning on going from portland?
otherwise, flying into sacramento or fresno is definitely an option, if i found some kind heads to cruise with. sacramento mo-cheapa.

i can offer (limited, honestly) gas funds and i'm also a massage therapist and a seasoned road-tripper with license. also lectures on religion and politics. (jk)

i'd appreciate any suggestions or ideas. thanks!

love and light,
brandi

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Who's coming this year?

2008-06-19T03:14:58Z

It seems like the page won't get completed soon so is there anyboby else besides Ondrej, Burns and Inkalesh? Will Jeremey Donavan make it this year?

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World Music Gathering-Colorado

2008-06-14T13:09:24Z

check out this site for all info.
http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/worldmusicgathering/

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Didgeridoo and Acoustic Instrument Open Mic

2008-06-11T17:32:32Z

Hi Everyone,

This coming Saturday, 14 June, Zippy's
Java Lounge in Everett, Washington will be hosting a didgeridoo
performance and open mic. Here are the specs:

North Seattle Didgeridoo and Acousticals
Performance and Open Mic – All acoustic instruments are welcome

An informal didgeridoo lesson from 3:30-4:15pm ($5 suggested donation)
Open Mic will be from 4:30-7pm
At
Zippy's Java Lounge
1804 Hewitt Ave.
Everett, WA 98203
425-258-4940

I’ll be taking a break for the summer so this will be the last open mic till September so bring your didge, bring your drums, bring your flute, bring your
stringed instruments or even bring your kazoo and come on out and jam together or just have a listen. Hope to see your there!!

Cheers,
Pam

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Didgeridoo and Acoustic Instrument Open Mic

2008-05-07T18:22:31Z

Hi Everyone,

This coming Saturday, 10 May, Zippy's
Java Lounge in Everett, Washington will be hosting a didgeridoo
performance and open mic. Here are the specs:

North Seattle Didgeridoo and Acousticals
Performance and Open Mic – All acoustic instruments are welcome

An informal didgeridoo lesson from 3:30-4:15pm ($5 suggested donation)
Open Mic will be from 4:30-7pm
At
Zippy's Java Lounge
1804 Hewitt Ave.
Everett, WA 98203
425-258-4940

This is a great chance to get together with other didge brothers and sisters and play. Other instruments are welcome too so bring your dumbeks and djembes, your Native American flutes and Chinese xios, anything that doesn't normally get heard at open mics and join in the fun. Hope to see you there!!!

Cheers,
Pam

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Workshops at World Rhythm Festival

2008-04-23T16:13:35Z

Hi Everyone,

Just wanted to let you know that CJ, Tyler and I will be presenting didge workshops at the WRF this year. Here are the specs:

Saturday 26 April
Beginning Didgeridoo with CJ
Center House, Floor 4, Room E 11:15am

Didjeridu: Introduction to playing/ circular breathing/rhythm techniques with Tyler Center House, Floor 4, Room E 4:15pm

Sunday 27 April
Rhythm and Song Building for Didgeridoo with Pam
Center House, Floor 4, Room B, 1:30pm

Hope to see you there!

Cheers,
Pam

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Gathering for World Music-Colorado

2008-04-17T14:16:26Z

Greetings tribe. You are all invited to attend the 2008 Colorado World Music Gathering. The date is set for June 7, 2008, and will be held near Dacono, Colorado. This year’s event will be a one day outing; arrival time is 10am, with a start time of noon. The event will go until midnight, however, later celebrations can be individually structured at a location of your choice or at a nearby campground just north at a reservoir. Locate and reserve early.

All are welcomed, from the curious to the beginner to the professional. At this year’s gathering we are including the didgeridoo, ethnic flute and drum, tribal & fire dance communities.

All pertinent info is now posted on the Yahoo Group WorldMusicGathering. Rules, regulations and other considerations will be available via the Yahoo Group.

Join today and commune with other attendees regarding directions, carpooling, nearby camping, and other logistics. Perspective Workshop leaders and Vendors are welcome to post letting people know what they plan to make available to attendees.

Volunteers are welcome. Please contact Hopinjohn46 .

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/worldmusicgathering/

Please use this group page as your primary vehicle for event communications. One point of reference will reduce confusion, increase my response time and prevent info from getting lost.

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This years fest

2008-04-15T21:31:56Z

I've been trying to buy tickets and camping space for this year but the site is not active yet. Does anybody know when new information will added?

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World Rhythm Festival 25-27 April

2008-04-10T17:05:10Z

Hi Everyone,

Just wanted to let you know that the World Rhythm Festival will be taking place at Seattle Center in Seattle from 25th-27th of April. For those of you who have never been, it's three days of playing, jamming, learning, hearing, dancing and awesome fun.

This year, didgeridoo will take mainstage at the Center House for awhile with Tyler, CJ Bastron and myself for a performance on the 27th at 11a.m. If you can make it, we'd love to have ya come!

You can learn more about the festival at www.swps.org

Hope to see you there!!

Cheers,
Pam

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Wicked Tinkers on the Late Late Show

2008-02-05T03:59:56Z

Hey gang;

This is to let you know that my band, Wicked Tinkers, is playing on
the Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson this coming Monday night,
February 4th. The show is on CBS, and airs....well..... late late.

Craig is getting his U.S. citizenship this Friday, and is having a
special celebration show on Monday. The Tinkers are the musical
guests, - and we'll be debuting our new CD "Rant" that night.

Watch it that night if you can.
Tape or Tivo it if you can't.

YAY!!

Jay

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A good resource didgeridoo website?!

2008-02-01T23:41:00Z

Hello beautiful people! I am creating a website for my Foundation Portfolio website class. And with this website, we can create any website we want. And so I've been thinking, what is something that inspires me, something I'm interested in, so that I can make this website amazing? But I want to create a website for the didj community, maybe with info, news, upcoming events, maybe even a post like Tribe (not sure what that entails and if I'm capable of it, but if it's something you're interested in, I will learn how to do it!) Does anyone have any ideas? Anything you would LOVE to see online for the didj community? I would love as much input and ideas as possible to make this website truly useful.
Do you have any ideas?
Do you have any good resources for me?
Didg events?
Feel free to send me a message if you'd like, I can't wait to hear some of your ideas. I have 10 weeks to create this website. Although the whole project doesn't have to be within that 10 week span, and I can take it further than 10 weeks after the class is over. Thank you for your input! I look forward to it!

Peace and Love
Shaunice

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MySpace Accounts

2007-11-27T20:55:44Z

Hey everyone. So, who all has a Myspace account here? I'm finally getting around to adding a few friends to mine. Post your myspace address here if you have one.

Here's mine: http://www.myspace.com/didgeknight (whiteknight wasn't available... close enough)

Have a good one,
Allan

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The Colorado Didgeridoo and World Music Gathering

2007-11-20T05:11:53Z

Greetings tribe members. The Colorado Didgeridoo and World Music Gathering, aka “The Gathering” is on the drawing board. However, in order to pull it off, it is necessary to raise some seed money. For those of you who are in the Denver/Boulder metro area, would you be willing to attend at least one music fund raising concert? If so, Please reply to my tribe named DIDGE (Denver InDigenous Gathering Exchange).

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Any videos posted?

2007-11-15T23:34:36Z

Hey guys,

i made the unfortunate call to skip the didgefest in favor of Rock the Bells, which was an equally epic line-up of entertainment, but in actuality, highly unsatisfying, especially when i reflect upon what i missed out on at this event.

Im hoping beyond hope that there will be some you-tube/google vids posted so i can at least feel like i learned something vicariously, as well as to know what i am in for next year, when this festival will hopefully be resurrected.

Hope you all had a blast, and ill see you at the next one for sure!

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next years fest already booking up!

2007-11-04T03:22:08Z

I can't believe my workshop is already filling up. They've never posted workshops or anything this early before but I think it's a good sign. Maybe my price is just too low, maybe I need to do more than one, maybe it's just a workshop that is long overdue.

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Gig in the Bay Area

2007-10-08T20:36:44Z

I just received this email from a Wicked Tinkers fan:

Hello Jay ~

I am hosting a celebration for my 50th birthday on Saturday Nov.3 with live music and I am trying to find a didjeridu player to be a part of the evening - as a special guest musician. I live in Mtn. View (between Sunnyvale and Palo Alto) and the party will be near by.

My family is Australian - I still have an elderly aunt and cousins living in Brisbane area. Didje music has always "spoken" to me (much like the bagpipes do... my Irish heritage coming thru) and I would like to have my friends experience and enjoy something that is meaningful to me.

I would appreciate any information you may be able to provide that would put me in touch with a didjerdu player who might be interested/willing to be involved in my birthday celebration. Thank you for your time and consideration.

~ Renee

So, here's the deal....
If you live in the area, and are interested, email me.

The conditions are:
You must be a more than reasonably proficient player.
You must be comfortable playing an entire solo set (45 mins or so - no chat, just background music)
You must also be comfortable joining in with a band for a tune or three - so knowledge of basic music stuff like keys will be very helpful.

There will be - as they say - "some pay" which means you're not gonna get rich, but it'll more than cover your gas.
I'm betting that food and drink will also be provided - but you'll have to work out the specifics with the host.

Interested? Let me know.

Peace
Jay

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Smeykal Seminar: 2007 JT Didgeridoo Festival

2007-09-29T01:04:55Z

Someone over at the tribe : didgeridoo page messaged me and asked if I could post this information, so I figured I should also post it here:

I hand-wrote these notes during the 90+ minute discussion & seminar presented by Ondrej Smeykal during the 2007 JT Didgeridoo Festival. Text in quotations is basically a direct quote from Ondrej… as best as I could document it while he was speaking, anyways. Much of the philosophy and theory behind his didgeridoo practice strategies and musical exploration are simple to comprehend, yet difficult for some to put into perspective. As a classically trained musician, I completely understand that you can’t walk the walk unless you pay your dues and spend hour after endless hour woodshedding material until it becomes effortless. Only after committing yourself to the instrument will the instrument truly say what you want it to.

I wish you the best in your didgeridoo endeavors, and hope these notes help you in your artistic journey forward. – Cat

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Website hijack?!?

2007-09-25T01:43:43Z

Anyone here who is also a member over at didgeridootribe have any clue what is happening to the site?

As of tonight, it won't load at all, and I get a JOOMLA logo and homepage?!?

I googled it, here is a link:

www.joomla.org/

Is the format being changed? Some notice would have been nice, ROFL!!!

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Las Vegas Didge Fest?

2007-09-19T18:22:33Z

So, would anyone be interested in a didgeridoo gathering near Las Vegas sometime around April or early May of 2008?

It would be held in the magnificent Valley of Fire State Park, about 45 minutes north of Las Vegas. The weather is great that time of year. Information about the park can be found here:

http://parks.nv.gov/vf.htm

For those who don’t enjoy a somewhat primitive camping experience (there are toilets and water, but no showers) there are plenty of reasonable hotels in Las Vegas – and it’s an easy drive. There are also no food vendors at the park, but I’m open to ideas on that.

Perhaps we could incorporate a “Do Las Vegas” evening for those who enjoy such things. Maybe get a group rate on a Cirque du Soleil show.

This is just in the “talking about talking about it” phase, so no promises – but I’d be interested in facilitating such an event close to my home.

Thoughts?
Ideas?

Jay

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SF Bay Area Didge Players...

2007-09-14T16:45:25Z

I dont suppose there are a few people from the bay area that might be willing to work with a novice.

I really love playing this instrument, but i know i am only in at the ground floor. I have pretty good mouth/lip control, but i am really struggling on the breathing. I think once i get past that hurdle, the doors will be blown wide open.

I live in redwood city, but would be willing to travel a little to go to a jam sesh, or tutoring sesh or whatevs.

Any takers?

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Playing Skills

2007-08-30T23:55:10Z

Does anybody feel that when going back from the jamming tree that your skills get way better? Does anybody feel they can play much better. I got over some bad habits myself, and I feel like I have more control now. Does anybody feel the same about yourself?

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Ondrej Smeykal

2007-08-30T16:34:01Z

I can't belive they got this guy. He mayby the best player in the world. But how do you pronounce that name?

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JT Letters

2007-08-24T20:23:05Z

We wanted to share some e-mails regarding JT. It was a wonderful festival for us - it may be our favorite one yet! Very successful on many levels! Thanks SO much to everyone who participated! And a super special thanks to Per & Eileen, we love you! G&T

1st e-mail:

As a first time visitor to JTFest I wanted to thank you. What an amazing and uplifting experience for myself and my family!

Always wary of touted "family fun" claims in a world full of selfish intent and bad influences, I was so pleasantly surprised by the cleanliness both physically and spiritually of all I observed.

Along with that, the wordless wonder I felt when the grace and loveliness of the music embraced me. Haunting and yet familiar to my soul, it entwined around me like a home I never knew I was missing.

Thank you for such a well run event. thank you for giving our community the opportunity for artistic and personal growth
thank you to all those talented people who shared the most personal parts of themselves in the music they created.

Looking forward to the next time. I will be bringing ALL my family to this one.

warmest regards

Stacy
North Fork CA

2nd e-mail:

Greetings...

‘Tis Monday night and we just keep thinking about the great Didgefest at North Fork!! What a great weekend it was!!

We are your neighbors there, on Recreation Rd, and had the best time ever! Husband, Ron, is, at this very moment, trying to make his lips “flutter”, and send the vibes down his new didgeridoo. He took a workshop from David Blonski, I walked around, or bounced around, to the music of the jamin’ scenes at the park.

We loved the concerts!!! Jeremy Donovon is fantastic, as is Ondrij (?). The Wicked Tinkers were just too much fun! It was a privilege to experience all this in our “own back yard”.

At least as exciting as the music was the fact that there was no alcohol, no drugs. The aroma of incense floating around during the concert added to the star-filled, wonderful concerts!

Thank you! You’ve done an outstanding dijob! :)

Ron and Pat, grateful North Forkians!

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How to do two things...

2007-08-24T20:10:02Z

1) How can you post pics here on this forum? I have some to share here from this years festival.

2) How do you invite friends?!? Do you have to have their email account? Is that found in peoples profiles?

Thanks in advance for any suggestions and information. - Cat

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Fun!

2007-08-24T01:01:39Z

Well, I hope everybody had as much fun as I did. This festival ROCKS! Can't wait for next year.

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Jeremy Donovan

2007-08-16T21:55:22Z

Hi folks! Jeremy Donovan is needing a ride from Woodland Hills, CA on Friday morning. Anyone coming from that way? Let us know. Thanks!

Grahm & Trish (didgeridoostore@aol.com)

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A Four Day Festival!

2007-08-16T00:45:04Z

Yeah, I know this is a little early to discuss the 2008 Didgefest :-) But what better time to think of the next one, then while we're there for this 2007 one.

2005 and 2006 were both 4 day festivals. Looking back at the history of the JT Didgefest website on archive.org, I see the 2003 fest (at Joshua Tree) was actually 7 days!

This year is only 3 days. Yeah, I know Gram and Trish are the ones to commit to how many days it will be. Just thinking I'd hate to see it go to only two days. Back to four days would be great.

Allan

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Lewis Burns cancels

2007-08-14T08:23:17Z

This is kind of a bummer......G&T just got this email (in part) from Lewis:

"August 12, 2007
It is with much regret that I notify you that I will not make the trip to the USA to perform at JT Didge Fest this year. Please pass on my apologies to everyone who was wanting to catch up this year. Good luck with the fest and I hope it is a great success.
Regrets and regards...

Lewis"

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JT Music Encounter

2007-08-12T17:07:39Z

Hey all you JT attendees.......the JT music encounter is scheduled for Friday at 6pm. The first piece will be done in the key of C in a kind of ambient/freeform style with probably little or no percussion. The second piece will be in the key of E and likely lots of percussion. Anyone who is interested in adding their musical or percussive touch will be invited in some organized fashion (if that's possible) to participate. there will be a core group of musicians/players to start and hopefully hold things together. In order to better facilitate a meaningful progression it would be helpful to have those wishing to participate let us know what instrument they would like to play. I'm sure there will also be some sort of sign-up at the fest as well. So lets hear from you asap please.

Cheers,

Per

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Pablo

2007-08-10T20:43:00Z

Justy got an email from Pablo saying that he won't be able to attend the didjfest this year. His presence will be greatly missed and our thoughts are being sent his way.

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Food!?

2007-08-09T15:41:42Z

Ok.. seeing as how I'm a fest noob... what's the deal with food there? Is it purely "byof"? And if so, is there any type of grocery store in the relative vicinity.. <20-30min away?

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sound clip

2007-08-03T01:48:49Z

Hi everyone,

I have put a short sound clip on the JT "balance" link of our cd. Click on the top "balance" logo. See you all at the fest!! Bill

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