Immediately following Open Stage Recital (advertised by Axtremus) in Westford MA, Larry Buck, a recent member and an outstanding piano tech, has volunteered to host a PW gathering in Lowell. Larry welcomes us to gather in the music room of his shop where a Petrof model II will be available to those interested in providing entertainment.


Please post a response if you plan to attend.

I will be there with a friend or two in tow!

I am looking forward to meeting everyone at both Ax's recital and the reception.


Larry

Oh wow, this is nice of Larry. I wish i could join in too... if only there were such gathering of PWer here in Singapore. Id love to meet other piano enthusiasts! i bet it would be a very inspiring experience.
And oh, pardon my ignorance, but what does a piano tech do? and also, where is Lowell? Im thinking the US...oop sorry if im waaaay wrong.

skeletony... Lowell is in Massachusetts. Do you have any relatives living in New England?

Terry- no i dont. All my relatives are here in Singapore which is faaaar faaaar away from New England. Do they have the best clam chowder in NE?

It depends on who the chef is! I prefer it rich and creamy with LOTS of clams!!

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YUM. Sorry for hogging the thread and being OOT. But i have to agree with you. I am the chef for my clam chowder. I buy mine canned and another can of clam (so that you really get the LOTS OF CLAMS) add the broth to the soup, add extra milk, butter cook it up abit more and top it with parsley flakes. Stir in the clams last.
Serve with toasted baguette.

No one has explained what a piano tech does to me yet.... *off to google*

Mr. Buck,

Thanks for volunteering to host.

Terry,

Thanks for organizing the gathering.

Sounds like a great time.

Larry, is the Petrof your piano?

Whaaaaaaaaaah.

I wanna go.

Whaaaaaaaah.

Have fun.

Sorry I will miss this -- I will be in Delaware that weekend, but I hope to join PWers at another event -- thanks for asking me, Terry --

ditto!

justme & kenny.... I wish a few more of the NE members would be as anxious to join us!!

Maybe the month of April is too far beyond the imagination of most NE'ers.


Keith... When Larry told me about the Petrof II he did refer to it as "his".


I wonder if Larry has any pic's of the Petrof II (??)

I'm still going to try and make this. I didn't realize that this thread was related to the other one.
This is a really great idea, really lookin forward to meeting some of ya. and april30 is still kinda far away so i could probably get off my lazy butt and prepare something for then haha.

i probably cannot make it. besides, i would feel depressed to see anyone there playing so much better than me. wish everyone who could go to have a great time though!

Terry, count us in (JF and probable tag-along). Have you contacted Chris W2 and/or Jeanne W?

KATHYK!!!!!

Does this mean you're back?

eh?
Our lovely Terrytunes (theresa ) has very patiently explained to me quite in detail via pm.

Piano tech is a short way of saying piano technician - the people that tune, service, and repair pianos. Hopefully, the piano tech does all this to your piano and not to you. Ah, the vagaries of syntax in the English language.

Big Al

HAHA! i actually just realised that when you quoted me... argh cut me some slack, grammar police!

Ha! Singapore! My dad used to teach at Nanyang.

You're from Singapore?
wow, your father used to teach music at nanyang? Does he teach you music too? (or fashion?)
Id be auditioning at nanyang in march...could you tell me more about nanyang (well, anything that you cant find on the website!)? Im considering Lasalle too. TIA! (thanks in advance)

Oops, now im OTT again, sorry folks!

No my dad taught Engineering. He can help with digital signal processing but I suppose he won't be able to help anything music-related =) American schools are also an option. My cousin who was raised in Singapore got accepted to a university in America on scholarship. That's pretty common, I used to know a bunch of Singapore natives when I lived in dorms.

Hi Everyone,

I am looking forward to meeting all of you on the 30th.

Have a great weekend.

Larry, I look forward to meeting you as well. Can't wait to see your space! Sounds great! I love Lowell!

Let me know if there is anything I can do to help, I live only minutes away..

Thanks Bee,

I like your tag line....

Larry

Kathy... Jeanne and Chris W1 have been notified! I am anxiously awaiting to hear a positive response from both of them.

[Jeanne..psst, psst....step away from the piano and respond, please!!]

Bee... do you have any others to add to my list? I have made inquiries to the entire list with the exception of one...

Hello, Frank!!! Is April 30th gathering in MA marked on your calendar???

I will try to make it work out but that is getting real close to commencement at the college I work for and I usually end up having to work extra hours during the two weeks leading up to it.

Terry:

You are so right about me being at the piano much of the time. I hope *It* (my piano) doesn't actually absorb me into its wood fibers. (heheheheheha heh)

The recital and gathering at Larry Bucks' sounds super! It'll be great seeing everyone and getting to meet some new Piano People.

We'll be there!

Jeanne (And Lloyd, too)

Hi Terry--
Thanks for the kind words. Not sure about the 30th yet. John Williams may not be able to make it. I'm working on it and will keep you pasted,err, ah, posted.
Jeremy Gloo

I plan on coming.

For those who haven't been to one, the recital is a great time.
And I'm looking forward to the party at Larry's place (thanks for hosting it Larry).

I have put the date in my book and if I can at all find a way to make it, I will. Being a newbie, it would be great to put people in place of some of the screen names that I see everytime I visit the forum. Thanks Terry, Ax and Larry.

I thinking about it.

Nice to know your thinking about joining us!!

You know it will be a GRAND time!!

Terry, I just got your PM and, no, I didn't see the other email you sent me.

The 30th is on my calendar. Hope to see everyone then. Jeremy, hoping you can come lay down some chords, again.

What's the lay of the land for 18 month olds ? My wife's Easter is near/on that weekend. That's the only question mark above my head. It may only mean I'll be solo.

Maybe Frank can move this thread over to the meetings area. Its been a couple days and I had to page back to dig it up on this forum. Just an idea.

Chris W1

Thank you Chris W 1. Hope you can make it. How is your jazz improv going?
As Art Tatum said as he pointed to the keyboard, "It's all there waiting to be played" Sure Art!!!
Hope to see you Chris and all of the rest of the fine folk, including our fine leader Rockin Frank B.

Chris, I did post to the Members Gatherings, Meetings...etc Forum but asked for replies to be placed in Pianist Corner. I think quite a few members don't always check out what's happening that far down on the front page.

I can't answer on the age related question. Axtremus and Larry Buck will hopefully make it back to this thread sometime soon. Last I checked, Larry Buck had made it over to the coffee room and was renewing "old" acquaintances with Frank!!

I'm glad you've placed the date on your calendar.

And your room will be ready!

BeeLady, you are so kind. I'll be in touch if I decide I can make it. Thanks.

This is a drive by hello to everyone.

I am looking forward to meeting everyone on the 30th of April.

Thank you Terry for you hard work. Say hello to Steve for me.

Bernard---
Hope you can make. Would be great to see you and hear you play again.
Jeremy

Terry, My friend Ellen has offered to help. Would you like her number?

Is there an age-related question that I should answer buy missed?

I've marked these events on my calendar and hope to attend. Sounds like good fun.

And thank you Terry for the heads up.

Larry, Please tell Ellen her offer is very much appreciated. I'll PM you my cellphone and email address.

Axtremus, I sent you a PM.

Now, if you will excuse me, I have to head over to the Members Recordings Forum where someone has left a very special tune for me!! :3hearts:

A441,

Haven't had time to get into improv as much as I'd like. I've had to settle for printing off another Chopin prelude and plodding in that direction. There is a teacher who plays jazz at the Hawthorne, in Salem, who I would like to start with. Hmmm, since you mention your age, there is a small chance you would know her. Her name is Judy (don't know last name) and she has a trombone playing husband. I mention it because both have been active in Boston ensembles playing swing and Real book tunes. I bet that genre has been a small world, even for Boston, for decades at this point. I used to play saxophone in a NYS swing band 23 years ago, well before moving here.

I guess we'll see on the kids issue. They can keep my piano time to 1hr a week, but they may not be able to keep me away on 4/30!

Chris

Terry and Crew
Looking better and better for Apr 30th. Linda got the time off. John Williams not sure yet. I have a probable yes from the Halters.
Will keep you posted. Jeremy

Sorry to miss this..

Hi Terry,

I am seeing Ellen tomorrow, can you pm me your contact info?

Thanks,
Larry

Larry, please check your pm's.

LaPianista... sorry to know that you won't be able to join us... but I'm glad you were able to attend the recent NY piano club gathering! Looks like you all had a great time!

Attention!! Attention!! Name Tag Alert!!!


If you plan to be in attendance, please consider ownership of your very own personalized PW name tag.

The PW name tag is a business size card that will be laminated to ensure many years of use! It has a small metal clip that will attach securely to your clothing without causing any damage to you or your clothing. It is comprised of your: 1)screen name 2)avatar (if you claim ownership to one) 3)name you desire to be addressed by others 4)state of residence


Those of us who attended the M&H tour last spring should (hopefully) still have their original name tags. As of right now, there have not been any punishment guidelines set in place for members who have “lost” their tags! I advise you to come forward immediately in your most humble writing manner to request a replacement.


For those of you who plan to attend and do not already have a name tag, please PM me your info.

If you would like to provide an address, I will mail the name tag to you; otherwise, you may claim your identity at the gathering!

"bump"

terry... waiting patiently from anyone for a response!

Terry, I have not seen Ellen in the last few days, busy schedules, I'll see her Fri and give her your info.

I am very much looking forward to meeting everyone.

Terry, I PM'd my info to you early this morning. Let me know if you need anything else.

Lee, thank you for the info. I found a link for your avatar and was able to get a clear print so I included it on the name tag.

I will laminate it at work and mail it off to you on Monday.

Terry, my daughter from Seattle is staying with me until early May and would like to come with me on the 30th. She is staying with my other daughter tonite but I will get info from her and PM it to you tomorrow.

Lee, Oh, That's so nice your daughter is able to visit for awhile. Enjoy!

I'm glad she will be here to accompany you to the gathering!

Hi Terry--John & Helga Williams will not be able to make it. My son Eric maybe---not sure yet. I have a yes from Tony and Brenda Halter---and their son John who by the way has agreed to play at "Open Stage". Waiting to hear from him regarding info for Axtremus.

Hi, Terry!

Put me down as a "Yes" for attending the gathering. I'm looking forward to meeting everyone. I've heard from A441 (who is just a little sharp), and he forwarded me your e-mail to him. It sounds like you have all the information on me that you need.

Eric... Wonderful! I will add you to the list and send a name tag to the guy who is so much treble!! He knows who he is!!

Terry, did you see the new Boston North member? Her screen name is "lilylady" and she has posted over on Member Recordings. She joined the forum on 3/17.

Lee, I found "lilylady" this morning and made mention of the gathering to her in a post she had resonded to. If she doesn't reply with a follow-up post, I will send her a PM.


Good detective work! Thank you for your assistance!

I certainly hope to avoid seeing any MA members posting remarks after the gathering stating, "Oh, I wish I had known"!!!!

Terry,

Ellen is traveling on Business for a week, she'll be in touch when she gets back

Larry...

Hi Terry
As it stands right now six of us are coming. Still waiting to hear from the Halters on the name tags. I'll bet they have not joined---we shall see.
I found my M&H tour tag. Linda Gloo needs one. Will advise on the others ASAP. Read your post on Eric's.

Terry, I received the nametags for Kim and me today. Nice job. Wow, my avatar looks like it should! Thanks, I'm reaally looking forward to the 30th.

T minus 33 days... until the April 30th gathering!


IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A NAME TAG, PLEASE READ 4TH POST DOWN ON PAGE 3!


Jerry, Eric and Linda's tags will be in the mail this week.

Lee, you're quite welcome! Glad you were pleased with the results.

Terry, I am having a hard time following...who all is coming thus far? I am planning on bringing the whole brood plus a piano friend so that makes 6 for me.

Bernard??? Are you coming up? We would love to meet Preston. You both are welcome to stay with us.

Now the important stuff...

I plan on bringing a fruit salad. What else will you need?

BeeLady, let me see if Preston wants to come. I'll let you know in a few days.

Lastest tally shows approx 40 people (members & guests) who plan to be in attendance at Larry Buck's piano shop in Lowell for part 2 of our gathering on April 30th.

I wish some of you would come forward and let me know if you are all set with a name tag.

I'll post a listing tomorrow night of members who plan to attend.

40!!! Wow! And I told a friend about the open recital, she attended the last one. Maybe we can drag her and her kids along with us to Lowell!

Oops, that reminds me, I must drop a note in a certain mailbox tomorrow.

Here is a listing of those planning or hoping to attend the gathering at Larry Buck's piano shop in Lowell. The gathering in Lowell will take place immediately following the Open Stage Recital in Westford.

Piano World (founder): Frank Baxter (CT) (1)
A441 - Jerry & Linda (Cape Cod) (2)
Eric Gloo (NY) (1)
Axtremus & Mrs Axtremus (2)
Beelady & Mr Beelday, children (3)friend (6)
Bernard & Preston (NYC) (2)
Chris W1 (MA) (1)
Tom, Brenda & John Halter (Cape Cod) (3)
Jazzmantoo (MA) (1)
JeanneW & Lloyd (MA) (2)
Jeffo & Debbie (MA) (2)
KathyK, Jack Frost & Sophie (ME) (3)
Kjar (MA) (1)
Larry Buck & Ellen (MA) (2)
Leebea & Kim (MA) (2)
Lilylady (MA) (1)
Paul Y (MA) (1)
Pootietoogood (MA) (1)
QuirtEvans (MA) (1)
Redtop (NH) (1)
Rustyfingers (MA) (1)
Terrytunes & Steve (MA) (2)


Anyone else out there who would like to be added to the listing?

Terry,

Paul Panek will be there. So far, Russ Fontaine is planning to be there. Alas, ... Ellen will not be there.

ok, Larry... I'll put some name tags together for them!!

Everyone else has a name tag, right????!!!!!


T minus 29 days!!

T minus 27 days!!!

update:

Piano World (founder): Frank Baxter (CT) (1)
A441 - Jerry & Linda (Cape Cod) (2)
Eric Gloo (NY) (1)
Axtremus & Mrs Axtremus (2)
Beelady & Mr Beelday, children (3)friend (6)
Bernard & Preston (NYC) (2)
Chris W1 (MA) (1)
Tony, Brenda & John Halter (Cape Cod) (3)
Jazzmantoo (MA) (1)
JeanneW & Lloyd (MA) (2)
Jeffo & Debbie (MA) (2)
KathyK, Jack Frost & Sophie (ME) (3)
Kjar (MA) (1)
Larry Buck + Paul P + Russ F (MA) (3)
Leebea & Kim (MA) (2)
Lilylady (MA) (1)
Paul Y (MA) (1)
Pootietoogood (MA) (1)
QuirtEvans (MA) (1)
Redtop (NH) (1)
Rustyfingers (MA) (1)
Terrytunes & Steve (MA) (2)

Terry, I need another name tag please....


Could you make one for Santi Falcone and put him down for one at the party?

Thanks

Terry ,

Add Brad Smith to the list as well....

Thanks. Larry

T minus 26 days


Piano World (founder): Frank Baxter (CT) (1)
A441 - Jerry & Linda (Cape Cod) (2)
Eric Gloo (NY) (1)
Axtremus & Mrs Axtremus (2)
Beelady & Mr Beelday, children (3)friend (6)
Bernard & Preston (NYC) (2)
Chris W1 (MA) (1)
Tony, Brenda & John Halter (Cape Cod) (3)
Jazzmantoo (MA) (1)
Jeanne W & Lloyd W (MA) (2)
Jeffo & Debbie (MA) (2)
KathyK, Jack Frost & Sophie (ME) (3)
Kjar (MA) (1)
Larry Buck + Paul P + Russ F + Brad S (MA) (4)
Leebea & Kim (MA) (2)
Lilylady (MA) (1)
Paul Y (MA) (1)
Pootietoogood (MA) (1)
QuirtEvans (MA) (1)
Redtop (NH) (1)
Rustyfingers (MA) (1)
Santi Falcone (MA) (1)
Terrytunes & Steve (MA) (2)

Total: 42

Larry... enjoy the S&S tour in NYC!!

Beelady... Will get crankin' on the name tags asap!!!

I had the opportunity to meet up with Larry Buck yesterday at his piano shop in Lowell.

I thought those of you attending might like to have a glimpse of our host and one of the pianos that awaits the pleasure of your performance.

Hi BeeLady---
Is that THE Santi Falcone of Falcone pianos. What a treat if so. If not, it will be a treat anyway!
Great group Terry!! I think we all better practice our scales!!
Jeremy

The one and only!

T minus 21 days...


Piano World (founder): *Frank Baxter (CT) (1)
A441 - *Jerry & *Linda (Cape Cod) (2)
*Eric Gloo (NY) (1)
*Axtremus & *Mrs Axtremus (2)
*Beefriended (1)
*Beelady & Mr *Beelday, *children (5)
Bernard & Preston (NYC) (2)
Chris W1 (MA) (1)
*Tony, *Brenda & *John Halter (Cape Cod) (3)
Jazzmantoo (MA) (1)
*Jeanne W & *Lloyd W (MA) (2)
*KathyK, *Jack Frost & *Sophie (ME) (3)
Kjar (MA) (1)
*Larry Buck + *Paul P + *Russ F + *Brad S (MA) (4)
*Leebea & *Kim (MA) (2)
*Lilylady (MA) (1)
Paul Y (MA) (1)
Pootietoogood (MA) (1)
QuirtEvans (MA) (1)
Redtop (NH) (1)
Rustyfingers (MA) (1)
*Santi Falcone (MA) (1)
*Terrytunes & *Steve (MA) (2)

If you have one of these * next to your name, you either have your name tag or I am working on one for you.

Those of you without (*), PLEASE PM at least your first name to me so that if you attend this event, I can have a name tag prepared and we don't have to guess who you are.

OK, with the exception of Paul Y and Chris W1, I guess I can figure out your first name!!! If you would like your last name on your tag, please let me know.

Jeffo, I received your PM. Sorry that you and Debbie will not be able to join us.

Terrytunes,

I still have my name tag from the M&H tour. As long as I don't forget to bring it with me. As you have it figured, my first name is Bernard and Preston's first name is Preston. (My last name is Dauphinais and I have to ask Preston if he wants his last name printed , if you don't hear back from me, just use "Preston").

Good Morning Terry,

Could you make up a name tag for "Nina", not a definate 100% , but very likely.

Thanks....

T minus 20 days...


Piano World (founder): *Frank Baxter (CT) (1)
A441 - *Jerry & *Linda (Cape Cod) (2)
*Eric Gloo (NY) (1)
*Axtremus & *Mrs Axtremus (2)
*Beefriended (1)
*Beelady & Mr *Beelday, *children (5)
*Bernard & *Preston (NYC) (2)
*Chris W1 (MA) (1)
*Tony, *Brenda & *John Halter (Cape Cod) (3)
Jazzmantoo (MA) (1)
*Jeanne W & *Lloyd W (MA) (2)
*KathyK, *Jack Frost & *Sophie (ME) (3)
Kjar (MA) (1)
*Larry Buck + *Paul P + *Russ F + *Brad S + *Nina (5)
*Leebea & *Kim (MA) (2)
*Lilylady (MA) (1)
Paul Y (MA) (1)
Pootietoogood (MA) (1)
QuirtEvans (MA) (1)
Redtop (NH) (1)
Rustyfingers (MA) (1)
*Santi Falcone (MA) (1)
*Terrytunes & *Steve (MA) (2)

Total: 41

Bernard, thank you for your info. I will have an extra name tag for you... just in case!

Originally posted by someone either cute or BEING cute:

------------
*Beefriended (1)
-------------

... AND a subtle "ninasnort"


Bob

Bob... any plans for visiting your sister around the end of the month???!!!

AND, did you notice that Santi Falcone is joining us???!! If you have a copy of Larry Fine's book, you can find some info on him in case you don't recall the name.

I have not met "Beefriended" yet... but made her a name tag and look forward to meeting her.

T minus 18 days...


Piano World (founder): *Frank Baxter (CT) (1)
A441 - *Jerry & *Linda (Cape Cod) (2)
*Eric Gloo (NY) (1)
*Axtremus & *Mrs Axtremus (2)
*Beefriended (1)
*Beelady & Mr *Beelday, *children (5)
*Bernard & *Preston (NYC) (2)
*Chris W1 (MA) (1)
*Tony, *Brenda & *John Halter (Cape Cod) (3)
Jazzmantoo (MA) (1)
*Jeanne W & *Lloyd W (MA) (2)
*KathyK, *Jack Frost & *Sophie (ME) (3)
Kjar (MA) (1)
*Larry Buck + *Paul P + *Russ F + *Brad S + *Nina (5)
*Leebea & *Kim (MA) (2)
*Lilylady (MA) (1)
Paul Y (MA) (1)
Pootietoogood (MA) (1)
QuirtEvans (MA) (1)
Redtop (NH) (1)
*Rustyfingers (MA) (1)
*Santi Falcone (MA) (1)
*Terrytunes & *Steve (MA) (2)

Total: 41

Terry,

I have two more people who are tentativly interested in coming to the gathering. I'll keep you posted.

Oh, my...we better start thinking about how we are going to feed 40+ people at dinner hour!!!!!

I am hoping that one invite will bring the chocolate..

Anyone else with ideas???

I have a 40 cup coffee maker

I'll also put together a couple of cheesecakes.....

After reviewing my collection of recipes I have decided upon the following;

"SPECIAL" chicken recipe w/side of rice (found this delicious chicken recipe in the "What are you having for dinner tonight" selections and it has become a favorite with family/friends)

Large pot of vegetarian soup with pasta; served with pesto and grated romano cheese.

Steve (DH) will prepare a large crockpot of chili; served with sour cream, tortilla chips and shredded mozzarella cheese.

I will start organizing tomorrow, since I have the day off, and will take care of tablecloths, paper products etc.

I would be very happy to consume only cheesecake though... !!!

BeeLady,

Its a shame. We have what must be a 20lb Easter Bunny that stands over 2 feet tall for my other halves Easter party. Unfortunately, that would be May 1st.

Ask me what we'll do with it all, and I don't know...

Chris

Can somebody repeat the schedule for April 30. Sorry, I couldn't find it in this thread. What time at Larry's? What was taking place beforehand?

TIA,
Chris

Chris, If you find an Axtremus post with his signature block, or the following website, it describes the recital preceding the "social" which Terry talks about in the first post on page one of this thread. I believe the social time is dependent on the completion of the recital. I hope I'm not giving false information. Somebody please correct me if I am.

www.PianoRecital.org - Recital in Westford, MA with "Open Stage" on April 30.

leebea.. sounds like good info to me! thanks!

leebea you are right on the money.

I have been figuring we would be in or on our way to Lowell from the recital by 5. That sound realistic?

Good Morning Everyone.

BeeLady, I have been planning on 5 for people to begin arriving.

I will be up to the shop early in the day getting things ready so that I can be at the recital.

Terry has offered to come up and help get things ready. Thank You Terry, I accept. I'll get you the table measurements over this weekend.


Larry

T minus 13 days...


Piano World (founder): *Frank Baxter (CT) (1)
A441 - *Jerry & *Linda (Cape Cod) (2)
*Eric Gloo (NY) (1)
*Axtremus & *Mrs Axtremus (2)
*Beefriended (1)
*Beelady & Mr *Beelday, *children (5)
*Bernard & *Preston (NYC) (2)
*Chris W1 (MA) (1)
*Tony, *Brenda & *John Halter (Cape Cod) (3)
Jazzmantoo (MA) (1)
*Jeanne W & *Lloyd W (MA) (2)
*KathyK, *Jack Frost & *Sophie (ME) (3)
Kjar (MA) (1)
*Larry Buck + *Paul P + *Russ F + *Brad S + *Nina (5)
*Leebea & *Kim (MA) (2)
*Lilylady (MA) (1)
Paul Y (MA) (1)
Pootietoogood (MA) (1)
QuirtEvans (MA) (1)
Redtop (NH) (1)
*Rustyfingers (MA) (1)
*Santi Falcone (MA) (1)
*Terrytunes & *Steve (MA) (2)

Total: 41

Larry, I'll be over the morning of the 30th to assist with setup. Let me know approximately what time will work best.

I have this Tues off and hope to get underway with my sewing project!! Please include the height of the long table. Thanks.

Since a few of us attending this gathering have visited the Frederick's piano study/collection, I extended an invitation requesting they join us on April 30th. I received the following reply from Patricia today.


Theresa -
Thanks for the invitation! However, we have a field trip tentatively
scheduled for the 30th; we are just waiting for the teacher to get back
to us to confirm that the date is good for her students.

We wish you a lovely day on the 30th. Please say "Hi" to all the
members
who have visited here, and extend our cordial invitation to those who
have not, or who would like to come again.

All best wishes,
Edmund and Patricia Frederick

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Oh well, maybe the next time!

(Copied-and-pasted from the calendar posting)

Piano Recital 2005 with Open Stage[/b]

Basically:

1. It will be held on April 30, 2005 (Saturday), 2:00pm[/b].
2. It will be in Westford, Massachusetts[/b].
3. It will offer Free Admission to the General Public[/b].
4. It will be followed by the Piano World Gathering[/b].

Program Highlights:

• Beethoven[/b], Kreutzer Sonata for violin and piano
• Beethoven[/b], Sonata, Op. 27 #1
• Doppler[/b], Fantaisie pastorale hongroise, Op. 26, for flute and piano
• Fauré[/b], Morceau de concours, for flute and piano
• Fauré[/b], Dolly, Op. 56, for four-hand piano
• Khachaturian[/b], Toccata
• Schummann[/b], Toccata, Op. 7

Direction to the venue and detailed program at www.PianoRecital.org .

Piano World Gathering to follow the Recital. So for the convenience of PW members, I have added the following to the www.PianoRecital.org main page:

• Link to Map and Directions from recital venue to Piano World Gathering venue.
• Links to area hotels to accommodate out-of-town guests.

Here are the related links:

• PianoRecital.org
• Piano World Piano Party discussion thread
• Our advertisement on Piano World
• Map and Direction from Recital venue to Piano World Gathering venue

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I look forward to meeting as many of you as possible at the recital and/or Piano World Gathering.


[Updated 19 April 2005]

T minus .... 8 days and one wake-up!!!

I have the paper goods, plates, utensils etc. Larry, I did not get hot coffee cups. Do you have some?

Now working on my food list..

Terry, do you have a list of what everyone is bringing? I wondered about drinks....


Looking forward to seeing everyone again!

Good Afternoon Bee,

I have coffee cups and a large coffee maker.

and.....2 large cheeze cakes......

Larry

I will bring a can of coffee, half&half, sugar and teabags.

Bee... I have a short list of food contributions!! I will do my food prep on Friday.
This weekend I am working on our designer tablecloths!!

Larry, what is the name of the grocery store off the Plain St exit? Perhaps some members/guests might be interested in picking up a food contribution from the supermarket before joining us at Larry's shop.

Terry. What do you need? Your wish is my command.

Terry,

It is Hannafords.

If there is anything you think you may need, I'll do what I can to get it.

Larry

BeeLady,

If you dare trust me with your kitchen, I'll make something Friday evening.

I surrender my kitchen to you, Bernard! (Guess that means I better get going clearing off the counters! )

We'll be shoulder to shoulder as I plan to make a veggie lasagne.

Does Preston do dishes? And, more importantly, does he play the piano?

I think I should consider renaming this thread. Maybe a better title would be: How many posts do you need to have a gathering/party!!

Less than one week to go, folks!! If you would like to consider bringing a food/beverage here are some "suggestions":

tonic/soda
potato salad
pasta salad
cold cuts/rolls
cheese/crackers/dip
veggie tray
beer/wine... Larry, is this allowed???!!!!

Please keep in mind the above list is a suggestion. If there is a "special" dish you would prefer to share, by all means bring it along and don't forget to either mention it here or send me a PM. (thanks)

Lovely! Terrytunes, I'll make a potato salad.

BeeLady, thank you thank you thank you. Preston made a wonderful pineapple-upsidedown cake last Christmas (yummie, yummie, calorie, calorie! ). I'll broach the matter with him, but for now I'll only guarantee (egads, I hate that word) the potato salad. (Maybe I can get him to whip up a "King For A Day Hot Crabmeat Appetizer Dip", YUM.)

He does not play piano; His art is fashion.

Just wondering... I'm afraid to look at previous posts to see if it's been posted for fear of losing my message... does the party venue have a microwave or oven?

I'll plan on bringing an ambrosia. It can either be a salad, or a dessert.

Looking forward to meeting all of you.

Roberta

Bernard,

Yes, we do have a microwave.

Larry

Take the tonic/soda off the list. I have contacted Terry and volunteered to bring it. I'll bring Coke, Diet Coke, Ginger Ale, 7 Up or Sprite and Diet 7 Up or Diet Sprite. Kim said she'd add a couple of gallons of water too. If anybody would like me to add something to the list, I would be happy to do so. Just add a post or PM me.
Lee

Just a comment on Alcohol,

I have no problem with having it there.

I only ask that everyone be responsible with it.

Personally, I will be having a glass of fine cabernet myself.

Larry

This is getting exciting! leebea, make sure I get a chance to chat with you...I have friends who live in your neck of the woods...

See you all Saturday!

Beelady, I'll be sure to do that. I'm looking forward to it.
Lee

Thanks to all of you who have volunteered to assist with food. Any and all contributions are appreciated.

Don't forget, it isn't "always" about the piano! Especially when there are lots of hungry people gathered.

T minus 4 days and 1 wake-up!!

Terry, make that T minus 3 days and a wake-up!

Cabernet it is, then.

I'll be going straight to Lowell and can't make the show. Sorry, Ax.

Lee, Thanks for helping with the countdown!

Chris... It's great that you can at least join us in Lowell at Larry's piano shop.

For those of you who have not found the time to review the map to Larry's shop, it is quite easy.

495 to Lowell Connector; Exit PLAIN St.
Turn RIGHT at bottom of exit and first LEFT onto TANNER St.

Larry's Piano Shop is on the Left side at the stop sign.

For parking; take a left at the stop sign; directly across from Larry's shop there is a one story office bldg. There is plenty of space for parking.

Terry, make that now T minus 2 days and a wake-up!

Lee......


Everyone;

Please don't forget your name tags! If I didn't mail one to you, I will have them with me at the recital in Westford.

Terry, make that now T minus 1 (one) day and a wake-up! Tomorrow it will be just a wake-up. :-)

Hi Terry
Linda will be crafting some deviled eggs. We will bring wine and nuts also.
Jeremy

Hi, Terry:

See you Saturday. We'll bring cheese and cracker tray and wine. Looking forward to the recital and getting better acquainted with those we've met before and to meeting some new Piano People!

Jeanne and Lloyd W

I've already packed a corkscrew! Appears we might be needing one!!


I'm hoping a few of us will have a digital camera.


Jeremy... don't forget your sheetmusic!!

Ahh, wish I could be there. I'm playing in a concert here in town that night.

Oh, and to meet Santi Falcone and pick his brain...

Have fun, everyone!

Considering my propensity for getting lost, could someone local to the area provide me contact info? (home phone and/or cell).

Please PM or webmaster@pianoworld.com email me.

Hi Frank, I sent you an email

Joe... Wish you could have joined us. Maybe next year!!!

Terry----
I've looked and looked----can not find my music!!!!
Jeremy

*bump*

It's TODAY !!!

Direction to Recital[/b] at the Parish Center for the Arts (PCA) at 10 Lincoln Street, Westford, MA.:

• From I-495, take Exit #32 (Boston Road Exit).
• Travel on Boston Road towards Westford for a little over one mile.
• Turn RIGHT onto Lincoln Street.
• The PCA is immediately at the right of Lincoln Street.
  Parking available along streets.
• Link to Map by MapQuest.
• Link to Recital website. (Recital starts at 2:00pm).

Direction from Recital venue to PW Gathering[/b] venue (Larry Buck's shop at 171 Lincoln Street, Lowell, MA):

• Travel back to Boston Road
• Get onto I-495 North (travel towards Lowell)
• Take the Lowell Connector exit.
• Take exit #4 to Plain Street (travel towards Ayers City)
• Turn LEFT onto Tanner Street
• Larry's shop is on the left side at the stop sign.
• Turn LEFT at stop sign and park across Larry's shop.
• Direction and Map by Yahoo!

And everything was a complete success!

I'm sure we will be posting more tomorrow.

Wonderful people. Very Talented too.

And Friendly!

Thanks to all who helped plan this.

Roberta, who is glad she went!!!

Kim and I had a wonderful time. I too am glad I went. Thanks Terry, Beelady, Larry, Ax, Frank and anyone else who helped to make this a great day! Terry, where's the sign up sheet for next year?
Lee

Thank You to everyone !!

It was a great pleasure to meet everyone.
It is great to put faces and conversation to the "names and posts" I have read.

A special thanks Terry, Beelady, my friend Ellen and everyone else who brought food. A tremendous effort and Verry Verry yummy.

Thank You to Frank #1, good to see you after all these years. Meeting the people of "Piano World" has given me a greater appreciation for your hard work. Also, I am now the proud owner of a Piano World Coffee Mug, very nice.

Thanks to Santi Falcone, great conversation and perspective on the piano business.

There were many talented piano players, all wonderful to listen to.

Thanks to Ax and Philip for putting on the Recital in Westford. My first time to the Parish Center for the Arts. It ia a very nice hall and a wonderful Steinway B.

Thank You Everyone.

Larry Buck

Another smashing success of a PW piano party. Honestly, these things just seem to get better. This is the best attended one I've been to yet. Thanks to Terrytunes for organizing it around Axtremus's, (what has now become) annual open mic recital in Westford. I won't even try to remember the names of all who attended. There was a whole gaggle of PW people, but lots of tag-alongs, too. The non-PW guy I was really drawn to was Santi Falcone, of the much acclaimed, but unforunately, no longer manaufactured Falcone pianos. He's one fascinating guy who might surprise us one day and open shop again.

Here are the few photos I managed to get until my camera batteries decide to ditz out. I'm sure more will follow from other attendees.



This is part of Larry Buck's studio - perfect for performance venues with his monster Petrof. You can see Frank in the front R, then Jeanne's hub Lloyd,Jeanne, Terrytunes, in back of them Bernard's SO, Preston, and the others sort of fade out in the dark (sorry about that).


Frank did his knock-out, very unique & rockin' Moonlight sonata and a few others. I have an 12 sec. AVI that I couldn't fit on my web space. If anyone can help me upload it somewhere esle, I'll post.




Here we were gathering for the classic Piano Party pose.



And here we are - this is primarily just the PW members, who were maybe just half of all who attended, from L to R starting in the back, Lilylady, Jazzmantoo, Lloyd W, Jeanne W, (in front) Santi Falcone, Leebea, (under piano) Chris W1, Beelady's beelet, Axtremus, Frank Baxter, Bernard (contining in back)Beelady, Beefriended,
Terrytunes , John Halter, A441 (Jeremy Gloo), Eric Gloo (unfortunately, quite hidden, kathyk, and Larry Buck.

it seems like a very cool party! did you all get to play anything?

What a wonderful gathering! My husband, Lloyd, and I got to visit again with PW member friends and to meet a few new ones! The recital was wonderful. Axtremus, I think my favorite pieces were the two Chinese oldies, as you billed them, the ones you started the program with - just beautiful - and the Khachaturian "Toccata" which I found very intriguing. Lloyd asked when I thought the Toccata was written - he guessed 1952, then changed his mind saying 1912; I guessed 1967. We're probably both way off. Does anyone know anything about this composer? I hope those pieces will be available on your recital website as MP3 files?

Thanks so much, Larry, for opening up your piano shop to us. That's an impressive space you have there. Nice meeting you and what could be better than a gathering of friends with food and pianos and music to boot! The Petrof you have there has a very quick, light action. Several commented it sounds almost as though it is amplified. Maybe the piano, maybe the space it's in, probably a bit of both. Terrific piano. Very well balanced, I thought, throughout the registers.

Thanks to everyone who helped make this possible.

Signa: You asked if we all got to play anything. Yes, most of us played the Petrof. We had some wonderfully talented pianists on hand. Wish you could have been there!



Jeanne W