Grass Notes Band

Hey Everyone,

We’re having another BARN THANG at our barn in Collinsville, TX, SATURDAY Nov. 14, 2009, at 7:00 PM till 11:00. As usual, I am looking forward to it.  We have a returning guest band with new members, and I am expecting a full evening of entertainment and fun.  

We will have scheduled bands until about 9:00 or so, and then it is bluegrass jammin’ till 11:00. Rain or Shine.  Remember, the Barn is heated, so cool temperatures are not an issue. Bring your instruments and jam, or just bring your lawn chairs and sit and listen.

Our guest band for Nov will be the BLUEGRASS REUNION.  This group was here a couple of years ago, and is headed up by our good friend, Ray Boyer, of Springtown, mandolinist extraordinaire, and vocalist.   If you can watch Ray pick and sing, and not get happy, something is wrong with you.  Elbe Freeman, from Perrin, is the consummate traditional lead singer. His great voice and strong guitar provide a solid platform for the band performances.  Andy Deskins, Springtown, is a well known and very talented banjo player and veteran of several good bluegrass groups.  Joe Vaughn joined Bluegrass Reunion about a year ago and his Dobro playing has added a new dimension to the band.  He is a retired professor and teacher from Tarrant County Junior College, and lives in Saginaw. He was a steel guitar player in country bands before he took up the Dobro. Beverly Polly is the newest addition to the Band.  She plays stand up bass, sings harmony, and some lead and is a real asset to the group.  She is a veteran of several different bluegrass groups. Come out and support this band.  They put on a great show.  

We had a great crowd last May.  Nickelville Road put on an amazing show, and when Bobby Brite got loose telling stories, he had the crowd falling out of their chairs.  We had many compliments on the band.  I do believe a great time was had by all. 

As usual, the Grass Notes Band will be the host band for the evening. The band consists of: Kristi McElheney on guitar and lead vocals; Larry Shoemaker on banjo, guitar, lead and harmony vocals; Walter McElheney on mandolin, lead and harmony vocals; John Luckie on fiddle, and Jerry Shoemaker on the bass. We will also feature our newest member Rebecka McElheney singing again this time.  We may be throwing in a few surprises, but who can tell.

Admission is free.  We will accept donations for the visiting band’s expenses.

Some folks have asked about bringing snacks.  We invite you to bring snacks or finger foods if you desire.  As usual, we will have coffee and tea.

Please bring your folding or lawn chairs. We will probably have to keep the big door closed, so if possible, refrain from bringing the large reclining type chairs.  Please remember no smoking in the building, and no alcohol.

There are no facilities for small children, sorry. 

Directions:

We are east of Gainesville – From Gainesville, east on 82 to 377, South to Collinsville – -

From the South – North on Hwy 377 to Collinsville. 

Then –  East on 902 about 3 miles east, South on Graham Grove Road about 1/4 mile, then East on Bobby Sam Court.  To the end of the Cul-de-Sac - 266 Bobby Sam – Barn is in back.

Lost? – 903 429 6056.

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Larry

Hey Everyone, We’re having another BARN THANG at our barn in

Larry

Hi Folks,

Grass Notes will be at the Holders Chapel Methodist Church Saturday, May 10, at 2:00.  We will be providing bluegrass and gospel music as part of their annual fund-raising event.  The fund-raiser is in support of their youth programs.  Crafts and food and music. 

Holders Chapel is about 12 miles west of Weatherford off Hwy 180.  About 1/2 mile past Hwy 113, look for a county road with signs for Holders Chapel.  The church is about 1 mile north of 180 on the right side of the county road.  Call Jack/Barbara Parker at 940 682 4831 with questions.

We are excited to let you know that the Grass Notes band has been invited to perform at Salmon Lake Park in Grapeland, TX on Labor Day Weekend.   Salmon Lake is a wonderful family oriented place with camping, a great swimming hole and a great lineup of bluegrass and gospel bands.   We will be playing on Friday afternoon and Saturday afternoon.   Come on out see us, and support Salmon Lake Park.  Call Floyd or Fannie Salmon at 936 687 2594  if you need more information.

Hey Everyone, We’re having another BARN THANG at our barn in Collinsville, TX, SATURDAY February 16th, at 7:00 PM till 11:00. As usual, I am looking forward to it.  We have another great guest band, and I am expecting a full evening of entertainment and fun.    We will have scheduled bands until about 9:00 or so, and then it is bluegrass jammin’ till 11:00. Rain or Shine.  Cold Weather won’t be an issue either.  We now have a big heater in the barn!  Bring your instruments and jam, or just sit and listen. 
Have you heard the HOGWALLOW BOYS?  You have to hear them if you haven’t.  They are our guest band this time.  This group has played all over the area, bringing Gospel and cowboy music to a lot of people.  They are a bunch of great guys, they are entertaining and fun, and they do an outstanding job.  I know you will love them. The band members are:  Gary Sherrill, Robby Paul, Scott Cook, and Lonnie Teel.   They have a new CD of Gospel music out so I’m sure you will want to pick one up.   
The Grass Notes Band will be the host band for the evening. The band consists of: Kristi McElheney on guitar and lead vocals; Larry Shoemaker on banjo, guitar, lead and harmony vocals; Walter McElheney on mandolin, lead and harmony vocals; John Luckie on fiddle, and last, but not least; Jerry Shoemaker on the bass. “Grass Notes” prides itself in tight three-part harmonies and unique arrangements.  They like to keep it traditional with a contemporary flair.  From Kristi’s strong, beautiful voice, Larry’s high harmonies, John’s great fiddlin’, Walter’s harmonies & leads to Jerry’s dancin’ with her bass and great sense of timing, you’ll find them entertaining and enjoyable.

 Admission is free.  We will accept donations for the visiting band’s expenses.  

Some folks have asked about bringing snacks.  We invite you to bring snacks or finger foods if you desire.  As usual, we will have coffee and tea.  Please bring your folding or lawn chairs. We will probably have to keep the big door closed, so if possible, refrain from bringing the large reclining type chairs.  Please remember no smoking in the building, and no alcohol. 

There are no facilities for small children, sorry.

    Directions:We are east of Gainesville – From Gainesville, east on 82 to 377, South to

  From the South – North on Hwy 377 to Collinsville– 

 Then –  East on 902 about 3 miles east, South on Graham Grove Road about 1/4 mile, then East on Bobby Sam Court.  To the end of  the Cul-de-Sac -  266 Bobby Sam – Barn is in back. Lost? – 903 429 6056.  Larry 

Mark your calendars, folks.  Our band, The Grass Notes has been booked for March 28th, at the Chrystal Opry House in Tom Bean, Texas.   That night will be an all-Gospel night and I think we are sharing the stage with Warren Hull and the Acoux De’Ville.  

The Chrystal Opry House is a great venue, with nice facility, snack foods, and a great sound system.  Come on out and support them.   

Hey Everyone, We’re having another BARN THANG at our barn in Collinsville, TX, SATURDAY November 17th, at 7:00 PM till 11:00. As usual, I am looking forward to it.  Weather should be perfect.  I am expecting a full evening of entertainment and fun.    We will have scheduled bands until about 9:00 or so, and then it is bluegrass jammin’ till 11:00. Rain or Shine.  Cold Weather won’t be an issue either.  We now have a big heater in the barn!  Bring your instruments and jam, or just sit and listen. 

Our guest band this time is Hard-2-Git from Paris Texas.  You are gonna love this group.  The Hard 2 Git Bluegrass Band played it’s first performance at the Red River Valley Fair in Paris, Texas in 2003.  The band is known for their blend of vocal harmonies and instrumentation as they share their traditional and gospel bluegrass music. The band members are:  Jonathan Perry on guitar and dobro, Stuart Anderson on banjo, Sam Bolton on guitar, Reva Bolton vocals, Anna Martin on upright bass and James Martin on mandolin. They have two CD’s, Look a Yonder Comin, and A Moment in Time. Stuart also has a fine banjo CD called Banjo Solution.  The members of Hard-2-Git enjoy the music but are most proud of the friends they make along the way.  I really like these folks and I know you will too.

  The Grass Notes Band will be the host band for the evening. The band consists of: Kristi McElheney on guitar and lead vocals; Larry Shoemaker on banjo, guitar, lead and harmony vocals; Walter McElheney on mandolin, lead and harmony vocals; John Luckie on fiddle, and last, but not least; Jerry Shoemaker on the bass. “Grass Notes” prides itself in tight three-part harmonies and unique arrangements.  They like to keep it traditional with a contemporary flair.  From Kristi’s strong, beautiful voice, Larry’s high harmonies, John’s great fiddlin’, Walter’s harmonies & leads to Jerry’s dancin’ with her bass and great sense of timing, you’ll find them entertaining and enjoyable. 

Admission is free.  We will accept donations for the visiting band’s expenses.  

Some folks have asked about bringing snacks.  We invite you to bring snacks or finger foods if you desire.  As usual, we will have coffee and tea.  Please bring your folding or lawn chairs. The last show was packed full, so if possible, refrain from bringing the large reclining type chairs. 
Please remember no smoking in the building, and no alcohol. There are no facilities for small children, sorry.  Directions: 
We are east of Gainesville – From Gainesville, east on 82 to 377, South to Collinsville – -  
From the South – North on Hwy 377 to Collinsville. Then –  East on 902 about 3 miles east, South on Graham Grove Road about 1/4 mile, then East on Bobby Sam Court.  To the end of  the Cul-de-Sac -  266 Bobby Sam – Barn is in back.  Lost? – 903 429 6056.

We had a great time at the September 22 Barn Thang.  Tom Uhr and the Shady Grove Ramblers were terrific as usual, and I believe all attendees had a great time.   The barn was full to overflowing and the weather was perfect. 

Several folks brought snacks, we provided coffee and tea, and there was picking after the show.  A super night.