REDLANDS MODERN COUNTRY MUSIC CLUB Newsletter March 2012
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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 2011-2012
President Dehlia Brown [email protected] 3829 2759 0409 430 211 Vice-President Des Boughen [email protected] 3207 7527 Secretary Bill Healey [email protected] 0411 630 919 Treasurer Dawn Sullivan [email protected] 3206 4305 0438 050 249 Committee Allen McMonagle [email protected] 3390 2066 0413 877 756 Committee Peter Cathcart [email protected] 3423 2200 0459 991 708 Committee Tom Steginga [email protected] 3206 6464 0434 671 217
OFFICE BEARERS 2011-2012
Patrons Del Moller Country Music Festival Coordinator Lorraine Boughen (Ph: 3207 7527) Providore Dawn Sullivan Bluegrass Coordinator Neil Wills (Ph: 0417 714 910) Building & Equipment Maintenance Des Boughen Newsletter Editor Dehlia Brown Membership Registrar Pam Faulkner Monthly Socials Door/Raffles Lorraine Bickford / Gwenda Quinn Entertainment Coordinator Allen McMonagle Bar Manager Kevin Brown (Ph: 0417 532807) Sound & Lighting Coordinator Neil Wills Champs Representative Bill Healey Special Events Coordinator Marcie Cox Website Coordinator Steve Wootton Funding Committee Manfred Vijars Auditor Ferrari Warner Pty Ltd
EDITOR'S NOTE
If you have any corrections or additions for the newsletter, please email the information to [email protected]. I am always looking for articles to include in the newsletter and would love to hear from you. New to our newsletter in February was ‘Funny Photos’ so get snapping and send in those pictures! Photos will be included at the editor’s discretion. Have a wonderful March 2012. Remember it only happens once! Special congratulations to the newlyweds Sarah (nee McMonagle) & Artie on their new life together!
The road to success is always under construction
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CLUB INFORMATION
Meetings: Second Tuesday of the month 7:30 pm SHARP Mar Meeting – Tuesday 13 Apr Meeting – Tuesday 10 Practices: Every Friday Evening Club Social: First Saturday of every month 6:00 pm start Clubhouse Pinklands Sports Reserve, 226 Cleveland-Redland Bay Road, Thornlands, 4165 Phone: (07) 3829 2759 (Dehlia Brown) Postal Address: P.O Box 663, Capalaba, Qld, 4157
Website: www.redlandscountry.asn.au
Email Address: [email protected]
CLUB MEMBERSHIP Membership renewal due in May Proposed fee structure for 2012-2013 Family Membership $30 A d u l t S i n g l e 1 8 + $15 Student (full time) $10 Pensioner Single $10 Family Pension Rate $20
Please remember to notify Pam of any change in your details
The proposed fee structure above is seen as necessary to better support the future maintenance and development of club facilities and equipment. This maintenance and improvement of facilities and equipment support the needs of our club members.
Like to join? Visit our website at www.redlandscountry.asn.au and download an Application for Membership form or pick one up from the entry table on the night of the social or ask for Pam. Also, refer member's practice night page 7 for information on applying for membership on a Friday night.
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THE PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
Hi everyone, firstly, let me pass on my sincere thanks to all who attended and contributed to the magnificent evening at the special February Social Breast Cancer fundraiser. In my time at the club I have never seen our Social crowd that big; over 200 people. Events like this don’t just come together on their own, and so many of our dedicated members worked tirelessly both on the night and in the preparation, to ensure the event was a great success. I felt proud and privileged to be able to hand over the cheque for $2,000 to the Redlands Breast Cancer Support Group.
I spoke to a number of people throughout the night who were attending the club for the first time and without exception they asked “how long has this been going on?” One man told me he’d lived in Cleveland for over 20 years and drove past the Pinklands Reserve twice a week but didn’t realise we existed. I suppose we managed to not only raise awareness for the Redlands Cancer Support Group but also to advertise our club at the same time.
The size of February’s crowd also bought home a few hard truths regarding our facilities when tested by a large crowd. It was a timely reminder as we progress with the development of a club strategic plan, that to continue to prosper we need to be on top of such issues.
I’m sure many good deeds went unnoticed on the night however; it would be remiss of me not to mention two generous acts that I’m aware of. Firstly, our guest artist, Jim Harding, donated three CD’s to the club raffles as well as contributing $5 for every CD sold on the night to the fundraiser; thanks very much Jim. And secondly, Jack Files generously gave up his walk-up spot to allow time for Karen Williams to perform. A terrific effort Jack! However, Jack did manage to appear on stage to join in the backing vocals for Greg O’Grady during the final act of the night.
We’re all very proud of the performance of one of our youngest members, Kiara Rodrigues, on Channel 10’s Young Talent Time recently. For those who may have missed the show, Kiara was participating in a talent quest segment. She performed an original composition and accompanied herself on guitar. Like a seasoned professional she had the crowd enthralled (particularly Jude and Mel). Kiara obviously impressed the judges as well, receiving some very complimentary feedback.
Just recently, Rod Bickford, presented a Club Sound Equipment Workshop at the clubhouse. The workshop was open to all members and those who attended were treated to a pleasant, informative, professional presentation on the basics of the club
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MARCH NEWSLETTER 2012 sound equipment. Producing the best possible quality of sound should always be a key objective of the club and the more members that are skilled in this area the easier that should be to achieve. I take this opportunity to thank Rod for donating his time to assist the club in this way and to commend Rod and Des Boughen for the enthusiastic manner in which they have responded to this identified need within the club.
Late news hot off the presses - our club members once again did us proud at the Warwick Country Music Festival/Talent Quest held over the last weekend in February. The list of event winners and place-getters reads like a “who’s who” of the RMCMC. Congratulations to all our members who competed and a special well done to our very own secretary and pikelet maker Bill Healey who was judged the overall competition winner. Well done Bill; that makes it two years in a row for the Redlands with Pat Sailor taking the prize last year. Go RMCMC! ....full report in the next newsletter.
New members to our club in the past month: Peter & Mitsie Auld Joan Pink Shirley Holme Maxine Gabriel Lesley Brazil Frances Powell
The following nominations as new members have been received: Note: due to cancellation of Feb committee meeting, applications received will be tabled at the March committee meeting.
A reminder that we do distribute key communications through email channels so, if you are not on the email distribution list and want to be added to it, send your email address to Club Secretary Bill Healey at the club’s email address [email protected] Remember: Club Practices Every Friday Evening Club Socials First Saturday of Every Month (6:00pm) Club Meetings Second Tuesday Evening Every Month (7:30pm) Upcoming: RMCMC Country Music Festival 19-20th May Mullumbimby CMC visiting us June social Bundaberg C.M Festival 22-24 April
RMCMC Country Music Program (100.3BayFM) Every Thursday evening 6pm-8pm
Have a wonderful evening. Until next month
Dehlia Brown (President)
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get ready for it!
Is On the horizon! 19-20 May 2012 Watch our website for details as they come to hand Held at the RMCMC Clubhouse - Pinklands Reserve Many sections will be contested! Special Guest Artist – Saturday evening
Festival Contacts Des & Lorraine Boughen - 07 3207 7527 Festival Camping is available again - at the Redlands Pony Club (right next door to our club house) Pitch a tent or bring your campervan or trailer
Only $10 per site per night!! - Includes use of onsite showers and toilets For camping bookings contact the Pony Club direct [email protected]
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RMCMC SOUND SYSTEM WORKSHOP ROUNDUP
Thanks heaps to Rod Bickford for the very successful workshop conducted on 11 Feb. A second workshop will be conducted so please catch up with Rod or email the club if you wish to attend.
There will be a full report, including pictures, of the workshop in next month’s newsletter.
If you ate both pasta and antipasto, would you still be hungry?
MEMBER'S PRACTICE NIGHT
Swing into action and come join in on the ‘super’ atmosphere that makes practice night a great way to air those tunes (whether vocals or instrumentals) to get them just so for your next performance or just so for your own pleasure. Backing musicians are available if required.
It’s on ....every Friday night from 7.00pm 'til late. While practice night is primarily for members, visitors are welcome to attend two complimentary sessions to help them determine whether they would like to apply for membership. Non performing members are also welcome to come along and enjoy a social evening with their fellow members.
STOP THE PRESS……LATEST FROM WARICK MUSIC FESTIVAL
After taking out four second places for Male Vocal (Golden Oldies), Male American Hillbilly/Bluegrass Open, Male Gospel (G/O) and Open Duet with Dawn, Two third Places in Male Australian Bush Ballad (G/O), and Trucking and Train (G/O) and a First Place in Performers Choice, I was over the moon to be later awarded with the Best Overall Performer Award for 2012. The festival year has started off on a great note (no pun intended).
The Redlands Club was the best represented club at the festival and a full report on the great weekend along with the long list of winners will appear in our next newsletter. Congratulations Bill Healey and to all our members who participated
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MEMBER PROFILE – HANS BRASSKJMA
Q. Who are/were your greatest musical influences? Sooo many, but notably Bob Dylan, Phil Ochs, Byrds, Beatles, Paul Simon, Dillards, Lucinda Williams, Gillian Welch etc etc... Q. When did you realize you wanted to be a musician? When I was 15 I knew I wanted to be a rock god. Q. What CD is in your car stereo right now? Our music/singing practice CD Q. What made you smile today? Winning a DVD movie, titled “The Whitleblower”, from my favourite bookshop (Readings in Melbourne). Q. Favourite movie and author Favourite movie is Kubrick’s Dr Strangelove (seriously dark comedy!); favourite author is Geraldine Brooks Q. If you had 1 wish, what would it be? That I was a rock/country/folk music god Q. Most admired sports person? Define sport; I tend not to follow it Q. If you could plan a trip anywhere in the world, where would you go? Holland to research my ancestors Q. Name 3 people you would invite to a dinner party Spike Milligan (not expecting him to turn up), Bob Dylan and Geraldine Brooks Q. What would you order for your last meal? Anything that will take a very, very long time to chew and swallow Q. What would you do if you had $10 million? Have a world holiday and with anything left over, set up a foundation to enable disadvantaged people to have access to literacy and music programs Q. If your life was a song what would the title be? Always look on the Bright Side of Life Q. If you had a chance to go back in time for 24 hours, where would you go? Frinco, Italy in 1580s to find out what some of my dodgy forebears were really up to Q. What was the first record or cd you bought for yourself? Shadows EP Q. If you had to be trapped in a TV show for a month, which show would you choose? Get Smart Q. If you could be any age again for one week, what age would you be? Early 30s Redlands Modern Country Music Club 8
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Q. If you could be someone else for a day, who would that be? Basil Fawlty/John Cleese
PLAYING BASIC PICKING PATTERNS
The words fingerstyle and fingerpicking describe a style of guitar playing in which you literally pick the strings with your individual fingers and your thumb rather than with a pick. Start by assigning the thumb and fingers to particular strings and use this idea to learn some basic patterns. This idea is called pattern picking.
Let’s start with a D chord. For our first pattern, we’re going to use the index, middle, and ring fingers along with the thumb. Here’s how these fingers are indicated in the notation (see example below): p = thumb i = index m = middle a = ring
This custom comes from classical guitar notation, where p stands for pulgar, i stands for indice, m stands for medio, and a stands for anular (the Spanish words for thumb, index finger, middle finger, and ring finger). It takes a little getting used to, but this is how picking-hand fingerings are often indicated.
To start, rest your thumb on the fourth string, your index finger on the third string, your middle finger on the second string, and your ring finger on the first string. For now, your fingers are assigned to these strings: you’re always going to use your thumb for the fourth string, index for the third, middle for the second string, and ring for the first string.
To play Ex 1 below, just go up the strings, picking each string once with the assigned finger. Just think of it as rolling up the strings: thumb, index, middle, then ring. When that feels comfortable, try doing it two times in a row (Ex 2 below). This is one of those things that basically just gets better with simple and constant repetition. Do it slowly enough to get every note sounding even and clear.
Article submitted by Manfred Vijars
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JUST MARRIED
Well we have finally married off our 2nd daughter, Sarah.
Sarah married Arthur (Artie) Hanna in Kurrie Kurrie near Newcastle on Saturday 18 February. They have bought a chook farm there together and now look forward to married bliss on their 40 acres with Artie’s 11 year old son Mason, and 60 thousand chooks.
We had to plan ahead. Travelling to Newcastle with the family would be an issue, where to stay, how to get around then how to help organise the From Left: 1Emma, Artie, Sarah, Laura wedding and reception.
Finally we decided that Loretta and myself with daughters Emma and Laura, our grandchildren 2 year old toddler Abbie and 3 month old Hayden would travel down four days before the wedding. The husbands Kyle and Bryn and our son Robert would travel down later, the day before the wedding.
We finally decided to fly to Newcastle and scored some discount airfares; Emma found a house in Cessnock where we all could stay together. We hired a car and borrowed Sarah’s car, it was complex travelling allowing for parking at Brisbane, arranging baby seats and excess baggage.
Preparation was full on as the wedding reception was to be on the farm, with a marquee and dance floor and spit roast caterer. Lots of clearing & mowing of the site happened. Meanwhile the ladies worked on their clothing issues, marquee decorations and catering issues.
The wedding day quickly arrived, flowers, clothing, hairstyles and makeup and all that stuff had to be arranged.
The boys travelling from Brisbane on Friday night had their flight cancelled. Jetstar!!! arragh. They managed to get on a flight at 12 noon Saturday, but the wedding is set for 3pm in NSW. The flight landed at 2pm NSW time, they made it to the church at 10
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MARCH NEWSLETTER 2012 to 3. But then had to find their clothes & get dressed for the ceremony. It was a close run thing.
So I finally walked Sarah down the aisle at 3:30pm. Sarah looked beautiful, Laura and Emma were the bridesmaids with lots of pageboys and flower girls, and the ceremony went off without a hitch. Rose Carleo sang Amazing Grace (a’capella), Lisa Bye took the photos. Bride & groom were spoiled with the drive to the church in BMW and back to the farm in a convertible Mercedes Benz.
The reception was a big show with lovely food and wine and lots of music. Arthur’s family are from Lebanon so there were lots of Lebanese things happening including money sprinkled on the bride. There were about 150 people mostly from NSW but some of our extended family came down from Queensland. So we had a few Queensland and NSW jokes, I couldn’t think of any Lebanese jokes, so I didn’t. The Hannas are a beautiful family and were very gracious in welcoming Sarah to their community. Loretta and I have been invited to come & stay with them in Sydney anytime we are in the neighbourhood.
The return trip home was just as much fun as going down, with babies, strollers and luggage but we made it safely. The flight from Newcastle left at 11am NSW time and arrived in Queensland at 11:10am Queensland time. Picked up the car from the car park without a hitch and got home to have a rest, I had to get up at 6 the next morning to do a program on BayFM but that’s another story…..
Article by Allen & Loretta Mac
Congratulations Sarah & Artie (ole married chooks!!)
May your married life be filled with fun, love, joy and laughter.
Best wishes always from all at RMCMC
CLUB WORKING BEE
We haven’t had a working bee now for a long time, so April 21 has been designated as a working bee day for the club. We will pay particular attention to getting the premises in shape for the Country Music Festival coming up in May. If you can make yourself available on that day to assist with the biggest or smallest of jobs, please let us know and/or place your name on the sheet provided on the noticeboard. Further details, such as specific tasks will be made available as they come to hand.
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THIS MONTH’S GUEST ARTIST Jeff Brown
Traditional country music artist Jeff Brown believes that a good Bush Ballad tells a story that touches the heart of everyday Aussies. Jeff delivers these stories with quality and sincerity.
Jeff grew up on the family property on the Darling Downs in Qld in a household where only country music was played. It was the foundation for his passion for Bush Ballads which he still holds today.
Jeff recorded and released his first album “I Remember Gordon Parsons” as a tribute to Gordon in 1997.
His talents were recognised and he was privileged to tour with the Brian Young Show for 4 months in 1998, an experience which helped mould him into the successful entertainer he is today. Jeff now has 5 albums under his belt and has been nominated in the finals of the Golden Guitar awards in Tamworth 4 times. Jeff won the coveted award in 2005 with the track “Where the Yellow Kapocks Bloom” from the “Mate I’m Feelin Lucky” album.
In 2000 he bought an old Value Liner Mack Truck and when he isn’t singing, he is usually carting cotton or grain.
With farming held close to his heart and personal involvement with the transport industry, Jeff relates to the songs that he sings.
Sit back and enjoy being entertained by Jeff Brown. Grab a Jeff Brown cd afterwards and perhaps have him sign it for you.
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THIS MONTH'S KICK START ARTIST Manfred Vijars
This month we kick-start our social with the multi-talented Manfred Vijars. Whether he’s entertaining the crowd as the MC, telling a yarn, reciting one of his self-penned bush poems or performing one of his award winning songs, Manfred is sure to bring a smile to your face.
Ladies and gentlemen give it up for Manfred Vijars
KICK START ARTISTS FOR UPCOMNG SOCIALS
At the beginning of each social night an RMCMC club member 'kicks off' the night with a 20 minute segment. Be sure to get there early and catch the segment at 6.00pm.
April Steve & Karen Wootton May Warren Shepherd June John Ellis Watch this space for more Kick Start Artists. Please notify Pat Sailor as soon as possible if you are unable to do the spot. Other members are willing to fill in.
SOCIAL NIGHT FOOD AND DRINKS
A BBQ operates between 6.00 and 8.00pm.
Hamburger $4.00 Steak Burger $5.00 Chips $2.00 Sausage on a Roll $2.50 Sausage on Bread $2.00 Steak Sandwich $5.00 Plate of Salad $2.00
Free tea and coffee is available throughout the night.
A free country style supper is served around 9.00pm.
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CATCH US ON RADIO
REDLANDS MODERN COUNTRY MUSIC CLUB PROGRAM
For all your country favourites Every Thursday 6pm - 8pm
Phone requests 3821 0022 100.3 BAYFM Live outside the local area? Presenters No worries ! Del Moller Web streaming is available from the Des Boughen and Lorraine Boughen BayFM website Allen McMonagle and Manfred Vijars www.bayfm.org.au Kevin and Dehlia Brown
DID YOU KNOW SPOT…..
The northern half of South Australia is the driest region in Australia. Ironically, the actual driest place in Australia is Lake Eyre, with an annual rainfall of less than 125mm - drier than some of the major deserts.
John Wayne was born Marion Mitchell Morrison
At the age of 17 Bill Gates designed a traffic control system for Seattle
Lunar astronaut Buzz Aldrin’s mother’s maiden name was Moon
Most Japanese streets do not have names
Babies are born without kneecaps
Redlands Bluegrass Convention
Coming your way 13th - 15th July 2012
Check our website regularly for updates
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FUNNY PHOTOS SIGNAGE GEMS
On a Plumber's truck: ”Don't sleep with a drip. Call your plumber." ********************************
In a Veterinarian’s waiting room: "Be back in 5 minutes. Sit! Stay!"
******************************* Sign over a Gynecologist’s office: "Dr Jones, at your cervix"
Turning Lanes ******************************* At an Optometrist’s office: "If you don’t see what you’re looking for, you’ve come to the right place"
******************************* At a Towing company: “We don’t charge an arm and a leg. We want tows”
THE EASTERN BEARDED DRAGON Pogona barbata Also known as ‘Frilly’ or ‘Fence Dragon’. Now that’s a walk! Found throughout SEQ with the exception of the inner city and elevated closed forests. Prefers woodlands, dry sclerophyll forests and urban and rural areas.
Eats mainly plant matter such as leaves, fruits and berries. Insects make up about 15% of diet. Will also take small Yes, there is actually someone lying on mammals and reptiles. the couch! Average length is about 250mm. Redlands Modern Country Music Club 15
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WHO'S THAT!
Last month's 'Who's That'
This studious little chap grew up to be none other than…drum roll !! Des Boughen
Well done to Karen Wootton who gave the first correct answer!
Karen- Please collect your scratchie at the March social
Well, who would have guessed it.....EVERYONE did! Even though the first correct answer gets the scratchie, all answers on the board were correct. Thanks everyone for participating and well done Karen for being first to the board! I think this month’s photo may have you thinking a little more....but then again?? Go to it and be in on the fun to guess this month’s ‘Who’s That’!
There's a sheet on the club notice board for this month's mystery photo. Jot down your name and answer and see how you go when the person's name is revealed. Here we go…..can you guess who this is?
Write your answer down on the sheet provided on the notice board in the clubhouse.
First correct answer on the sheet wins a scratchie !!
(No inserting your answer above anyone else's answer please )
Look up next month's issue for the answer.
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BEEF AUSTRALIA 2012 COUNTRY COLLABORATION CONCERT
Rockhampton - Friday May 11 - Kasey Chambers, Busby Marou and Shane Nicholson will headline the Beef Australia 2012 Country Collaboration Concert.
They will be supported by Bill Chambers and Ashleigh Dallas. The concert is being staged as part of Australia's national beef exposition, Beef Australia 2012, which runs from May 7-12 in Rocky only. Kasey Chambers & Ashleigh Dallas "Beef Australia 2012 is not just about showcasing the many new innovations in the cattle industry, it is also about celebrating together as a community. The Country Collaboration Concert is a great way for everyone in Central Queensland to be a part of Beef Australia 2012."
The concert will be held at the conclusion of five days of trade displays and cattle competitions which are at the heart of the event in the Entertainment Precinct inside the Rockhampton Showgrounds.
The concert is part of a broader live entertainment program which will run throughout the week including the Man From Snowy River Arena Spectacular.
For more information go to – www.beefaustralia.com.au.
BECCY COLE ON TOUR
Beccy Cole is embarking on a "Songs & Pictures" tour across Australia. After winning the Female Artist of the Year and Vocal Collaboration of the Year (with Kasey Chambers) Golden Guitars at Tamworth, as well as Best Female Vocal in the People's Choice Award for the second year running, Beccy's tally of awards and accolades now includes nine Golden Guitars, three Gold records, 12 number one singles and two Entertainer of the Year awards.
Last year's release of Beccy's Songs & Pictures album has already produced a number one single in Shiny Things while the second single, Waitress, was released a week after it won Beccy the Female Artist of the Year Golden Guitar. Joining Beccy on her tour is Catherine Britt who was also successful at this year's Golden Guitars taking home Single of the Year with Sweet Emmylou.
For more information and Beccy’s gig guide, go to – www.beccycole.com.
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SMOKY DAWSON ‘RIDES AGAIN’
A statue of Smoky Dawson was unveiled in Tamworth on Australia Day.
Sitting on a bench that allows for plenty of photo opportunities for fans and tourists, Smoky is a new welcoming figure on the Country Music Capital landscape in Tamworth's main street, Peel Street, in front of the city's council headquarters building. A capacity crowd of donors, dignitaries and festival-goers attended the unveiling that was billed as "Smoky Rides Again". The statue was funded by donations members of the public. For more than six decade Smokey Dawson, who died on 13th February 2008, and with his wife Dot made an extraordinary contribution to the life of our country.
Article sourced from Country Music Bulletin
REMEMBER WHEN…
....an FC Holden was everyone’s dream car!
Colin McCann for sending this into the newsletter.
A SOURCE FOR SONGWRITERS
Have you ever been to a CMC Productions songwriter’s seminar? Australian Clare McLeod, vocalist, teacher and graduate of Berklee College of Music, Boston, USA founded CMC Productions in 2006. Clare organises several seminars a year across Australia; that cover all aspects of creating songs, from lyric writing to production. Some of the presenters CMC Productions has brought to Australia and New Zealand, have put together material for a songwriting website called Songwork.com. Hop onto CMC Productions website to see which events are coming to town in 2012.
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FOR THE QUIZ WIZ
WHO AM I?
I am an Australian television personality and comedian born 5th December 1948. My career started soon after my parents moved us to Port Melbourne where I took dancing classes and by the age of six I had won many dancing competitions. When I was 10 I began my television career with GTV channel Nine in Melbourne working in the junior ballet on the Tarax show. At age 17 I joined the new show Kommotion and became Melbourne’s first Go-Go Dancer. Despite not having sung professionally, I was invited to tour with Ray Brown & the Whispers. I recorded a single which included (at the time) the very young Bee Gees as background singers. My increasing popularity led to an invitation to perform for the troops in Vietnam in 1967 with Patty McGrath, The Strangers & Doug Owen. Over the years I have appeared on numerous TV shows including, The Norman Gunston Show, Celebrity Squares, Young Talent Time, Countdown and Division 4.
As an actress I have appeared in three movies and onstage, appeared in many plays and musicals. I spent two years in Sydney doing Beauty and The Beast. As a singer, I recorded an album which contains a remake of the single ‘Hey Paula’ I originally recorded as a duet with Ernie Sigley.
I’ve won two Gold Logies (1974 & 1975) for Most Popular Female Personality on Australian
Television. In 2005, I was chosen by Channel 9 as one of the most 50 important people on television for the last
50 years. In 2010 I became a host on ‘The Circle’ which I retired from in late 2011.
I think I am most remembered as the barrel girl on the Ernie Sigley Show. Affectionately known as ‘Ding-Dong’, I am......
TriviaTime
1. Which mountain is not part of the Great Dividing Range? (a) Mt Koscioszko (b) Mt Buffalo (c) Mt Mitchell (d) Mt Cooke 2. Where is Rottnest Island located? 3. Excluding Tasmania, what is the name of the largest island in Aust’n waters? 4. In rhyming slang, what is your Jam Tart? 5. Who won a Golden Guitar at Tamworth 2012 for their album ‘Falling Into Place? 6. Which BAYFM radio program is broadcast every Thursday evening between 6pm-8pm? Answers on page 23
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FEB SOCIAL ROUNDUP All the signs were favourable; a warm February evening beckoned and the crowd began streaming in soon after 5.00pm. And as they arrived they were greeted by a sea of pink representing our Brest Cancer Fundraiser. Table clothes and decorations; women’s and even men’s clothes were pink (although Steve Wootton insists his shirt was salmon); it was a wonderful sight. The crowd quickly filled the main
under-cover area and spread out onto the grass perimeter. Every available chair was in use. Some patrons even returned to their cars to retrieve deck chairs from the boot. The heartening crowd of around 200 stretched our resources to the limit. Thankfully, our usual team of club volunteers was bolstered by Lex Kline, Robyn Boult, Col and Carolyn McCann as well as Wendy and Arthur King and Dawn Tuche. With club stalwarts Bill and Dawn away touring Tasmania, Loretta and Allen McMonagle put in a huge effort to fill in as Providore in addition to their various other duties on the night. But alas, there were to be no pikelets tonight. The big crowd and the warm night nearly threatened to overwhelm Paddy behind the bar, but thankfully he received some welcome assistance from Karen and Steve Wootton. Our kick- start artist this month was that man in the big white hat and the “porn star” moustache – Kevin Brown. With a couple of Eagles songs and some welcome assistance from Dehlia, Allen, Neil and Tom and of course Dennis on drums, our night got off to a fabulous start. It was really pleasing from, a club perspective, to welcome so many Members of State Parliament and local Councillors to the club in support
of this worthy cause. And while her upcoming mayoral opponent may have managed a yodelling gig on stage, Redlands Mayor Melva Hobson responded by winning one of the raffle prizes. This special night also saw a welcome return to the club stage for local councillor and mayoral candidate Karen Williams. Karen reunited with the Blue Grass Boys for a brief but exciting set
that included a magnificent display of her trademark yodelling prowess.
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Inevitably as the crowd numbers grew, so did the list of potential walk-up artists. In fact, with the additional activities associated with this special event, we were looking down the barrel of a very late finish. But thanks to Jack Files and Allen Mac selflessly volunteering to forgo their walk-up spots and the final half dozen acts graciously agreeing to one song each, Jim Harding we managed to conclude at a reasonable hour. But on a night full of the memorable moments, which included a stand-out performance from guest artist Big Jim Harding, the biggest thrill was surely the generosity of our members and enabling us to raise a staggering $1850. The club rounded this amount up, resulting in a $2000 donation to the Redlands Breast John, Pam, Wendy, Dehlia Cancer Support Group. During the official presentation, club President Dehlia Brown thanked all those present for their generous contributions as she presented the $2,000 cheque to Wendy King, Pam Faulkner and John Kolcze from the Redlands Breast Cancer Support Group...... Article by Kevin Brown
Lex & Robyn
Dawn & Loretta on the meals Ladies from the Redlands Breast Ever wondered where Jack Cancer Support Group gets all those jokes from?
Redlands harmonica players Hans & Rowena Dennis & Dehlia. Always association (RHPA looking on the bright side Redlands Modern Country Music Club 21
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LYRICS FROM THE PAST…… Ukulele classes have been relocated to: Lyrics do seem to reflect a time/era. Have a read of these lyrics ladies !!! Capalaba Sports Club Wives and Lovers....Music by Burt Bacharach Ney Road Hey, little girl, comb your hair, fix your make-up Soon he will open the door 7pm – 8.30pm Don't think because there's a ring on your finger You needn't try any more. In the downstairs For wives should always be lovers too function room Run to his arms the moment he comes home to you I'm warning you. Next lesson 15th march Day after day there are girls at the office And men will always be men Like to find out more? Don't send him off with your hair still in curlers You may not see him again. Please contact Robyn For wives should always be lovers too on 3820 6253 Run to his arms the moment he comes home to you He's almost here Hey, little girl, better wear something pretty Something you'd wear to go to the city WHAT’S ON THE NOTICEBOARD And dim all the lights ,pour the wine, start the Nomination Form for the 21ST Annual music Pioneer Valley C.M Festival – 18-20 Time to get ready for love March Oh, time to get ready...Time to get ready Songwriters Entry Form for the Time to get ready for love. Bundaberg C.M Festival 22-24 April (...Excuse me while I go and tear my hair out...Pat) (entries close 23 March). Article submitted by Pat Sailor Mutdapilly Music Muster brochure – 25- 26 March Mullumbimby CMC will be our special visitors at the June Social. Boots for Sale – Contact Des Boughen Last year we organised a bus trip to Mullum and Gladstone Country Music Festival had a fantastic day. information & Entry Forms Bony Mountain Music Festival brochure – We look forward to seeing our friends again this th time on home turf. 13-16 September Country Music Rush – Oakey – Mar 31 to Pam Faulkner wishes to thank Jack Files for kindly Apr 1 giving up his walk up spot at the Feb Social Urban Country 2012 Music Festival fundraiser for Breast Cancer for us to hear brochure– Caboolture – 4th-5th May Councillor Karen Williams perform. And what a Cannon Hill Fundraiser – Sat 15th great act it was September 1-5pm.
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QUOTE OF THE MONTH
Have you ever noticed that anyone driving slower than you is an idiot; and anyone driving faster than you is a maniac?
Happy birthday to the following members Once a year we get the chance to wish you birthday cheer. It pleases us no end to say, we wish you another great year
Date Name Happy birthday to you 2nd Karen Wootton Happy birthday to you 5th Laina Rodrigues 7th Chole Bevan 11th Jessie Quinn 22nd Ken Hoggard 26th Anne Lines Happy birthday everybody th Happy birthday to you 30 Greg O'Grady
NEXT MONTH'S SOCIAL & QUIZ ANSWERS We hope you thoroughly enjoy our March social. Look forward to seeing you back here again at our next on April 7. Take care and goodnight!
Answers from page 19 Who Am I – Denise Drysdale Trivia Answers – 1. Mt Cooke 2. Off the Western Aust coast (near Freemantle 3. Melville Island (5698km squares), near Darwin 4. Your Heart 5. Adam Harvey 6. Redlands Modern Country Music Club 2 hour program
EXTERNAL SPONSORS
48 Bloomfield Street, Cleveland Veronica Street, Capalaba Ph 3488 2230 Ph: 3245 2807
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EXTERNAL SPONSORS
Town Centre Shopping Centre 92 Redland Bay Road Victoria Point, Capalaba Ph: 3820 6767 Ph: 3823 6100
Capalaba
Cleveland Salon (and Hair Academy) 135 Redland Bay Rd Capalaba 4157 Unit 8 Ross Court Shopping Centre, Ph: 3245 9333 Cleveland. Ph: 3826 5700 Email: [email protected] Mark and Judy Byriel
Kiosk 4, Victoria Point Heritage Precinct, Shopping Centre 49 North Street, Redland Bay Road, Cleveland Point. Victoria Point Ph: 3286 1002 Ph: 3207 6606
Greg and Sharon Howard Shop 3, Victoria Point Shopping Centre,
Shop 10b/103 Old Cleveland Rd, Victoria Point Capalaba, Ph: 3823 3881 Ph: 3820 8555 http://www.thesoundshed.com.au/
Special thanks and recognition to all club members who also sponsor and support our activities and events throughout the year. Redlands Modern Country Music Club 24