Location

Poway, CAUSA
(Hometown: Poway)

Member of this
Meetup Group since

April 11, 2009

Organizer of this Meetup Group since

April 11, 2009

Introduction

Meeting Organizer

What is first folk song you can remember hearing?

This Land Is Your Land

Do you like to play or listen or both?

Both.

What Jeff Bertino is saying about this Meetup Group

You want to do music in one of the best small halls in San Diego County. You want to try new stuff in an intimate setting. You want to enjoy the music and make new friends. Join Poway Folk Circle.

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Latest activity

  • Jeff Bertino
    19 hours ago
    Jeff Bertino replied to a discussion
    A Standard Songbook for Folk circles

    "I brought the books and forgot to get them out for folks to look at. Oh well, we all had a good time."

  • Jeff Bertino
    5 days ago
    Jeff Bertino replied to a discussion
    A Standard Songbook for Folk circles

    "I will bring some of my books for folks to look at during Monday's circle. I'll have some Bluegrass jam works also. It would be great if folks could bring their favorites. - jb."

  • Jeff Bertino
    1 week ago
    Jeff Bertino started a new discussion
    Change in featured guest for Monday

    "Folks: We had to make a change for this Monday's featured Guest. Annie Rettic will be treating us to her original songs using violin, autoharp, and dulcimer. She is great, and this will be a lot of fun. ... MoreTanya & Larry Rose are very disappointed and sorry they cannot make it. They have promised to visit us on another day in the future. We wish them the very best. See you all Monday. Jeff "

  • Jeff Bertino
    3 weeks ago
    Jeff Bertino replied to a discussion
    Lou Curtiss's Important Work

    "Great Questions. Lou would probably be excited to discuss this and all questions about the project. He can be reached at: http://www.folkartsra... Also, he is on ksds jazz 88.3 (npr related station I believe)...."

  • Jeff Bertino
    3 weeks ago
    Jeff Bertino started a new discussion
    Workshop opportunity

    "Folks: We are scheduling a workshop for old time music guitar. This style is a foundation for many bluegrass tunes. ... MoreRichard Chance is an experienced player, singer, and songwriter who has played with Chubby Wise, John McEwen, Norman Blake, and Dale Potter to name a few, and he has played the warm up slot for Doc Watson. He's been in many Old Time string bands and is currently guitarist for Pick Of The Lizard in San Diego. For over 20 years, he has played on stage at major festivals and taught workshops. So, check out the online poll << click here, and tell us your preference for a workshop day. "

  • Jeff Bertino
    4 weeks ago
    Jeff Bertino replied to a discussion
    Jams moving to Tuesdays

    "Hey John. Sorry for the confusion. The city changed our bluegrass jam schedules. Folk circles are on the 2nd Monday, and bluegrass jams are on the 3rd Wednesday. Never fear, the Calendar is always correct. http://www.powayfolkc..."

  • Jeff Bertino
    4 weeks ago
    Jeff Bertino started a new discussion
    Lou Curtiss's Important Work

    "http://www.sandiegotr... Please take a look at the above article from the San Diego Troubadour. Folks, take a look at a project you may really want to participate in. ... MoreLou has worked a lifetime on it, and is offering a way to share (in my opinion) in his legacy. Wouldn't it be cool to put out a live PFC CD that would help support (and maybe add to) Lou's collection? What are your thoughts? "

  • Jeff Bertino
    Feb 7
    Jeff Bertino started a new discussion
    Feb 16 -Ash Street Ramblers coming by

    "Folks, remember Kim's band, The Ash Street Ramblers? We'll they visited last year and are coming back to say hi on Feb 16. They are an established group from Escondido and it's gonna be fun. Tell your friends. Jeff"

  • Jeff Bertino
    Feb 3
    Jeff Bertino started a new discussion
    Jams moving to Tuesdays

    "Jams are going to Tuesday nights starting in February due to conflicts for Templars Hall at the City. Please note this on your calendar."

  • Jeff Bertino
    Feb 2
    Jeff Bertino replied to a discussion
    Who wrote "City of New Orleans"?

    "You bet. Looking forward to hearing Sweet Joyce Ann and seeing everyone next Monday."

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