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The GottaGetGon is a delight for those who enjoy
folk music in the rich informal tradition of its origins. If you sing
old songs or play an instrument, even only in your mind, you will enjoy
the atmosphere at the GottaGetGon. It's a friendly atmosphere.
Music is on stage during the day and played other places on the
campgrounds at other times. You are welcome to join-in actively,
or just listen. We engage a few superb professional musicians to entertain and inspire us. They are not the ones you will hear on top 40 radio, or reality TV. You will be amazed at their artistry and will want to hear more of them. |
| The GottaGetGon is a good place for folks of all
ages. Young kids, teenagers, young adults, parents, grandparents,
and singles. Don't look for a tight overlapping schedule or rows of
commercial vendors. Bring a snack for yourself, a folding chair,
a warm sweater in case the weather turns cold; and camp with us if you
can. |
The dates for 2009 are: Saturday May 23 & Sunday May 24. (mark your calendar)
We also have a new folks concert and pot luck dinner Friday night. If you are camping try to come after 3pm Friday to set up and get acquainted. Monday morning is for goodbyes - nothing is scheduled.
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| Alexander
Mitchell band Alex Mitchell, a Berklee graduate, plays fiddle, mandolin, guitar and has a beautiful singing voice! He is one of those rare musicians who has a quick, intuitive sense of both. |
Debra
Cowan Her rich voice conjures images of stony grey Celtic castles, green and rolling English landscapes, and humorous American urban scenes; the audience is left spellbound. |
Del Rey “Del Rey... channels the spirit of Memphis Minnie while maintaining a thoroughly hip, Left Coast sense of cool.” -- Santa Cruz Sentinel, USA |
Jean Rohe
& Liam Robinson “Jean Rohe is a confident young singer whose compositions tend toward a literate and imploring tone.” She and Liam wowed us at the GotttaGetGon & Folk Project last year, with wonderful tradional songs & delightful presentation - howie |
| alexandermitchell.net | www.debracowan.com | www.hobemianrecords.com | www.jeanrohe.com |
| Alex Mitchell band a few friends will
play for
the "Barn Dance" Saturday
night. The dance caller, Paul Rosenberg, caters to
newcomers as well
as
seasoned dancers. Sunday night, as if by magic, we join in a cappella singing. There is no visible organization - someone starts singing a song and others join in. We do it around a dim camp light in one of the covered buildings. It's quite a delight for most. Other folks who'd rather play musical instruments can join in one of several ad hoc jam sessions. |
One last thought: If you enjoyed the GottaGetGon, consider joining PSG: The Pickin' & Singin' Gatherin'. We meet monthly to have sing-arounds and other gatherings, including a private "festival" called The Last GASP (at the end of the season).
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