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From: Ralph Litwin <rhlitwin@gmail.com>

Sent: Tuesday, December 04, 2018 12:35 AM

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Subject: HSNOI Annual Report

We got our studio up and running thanks very much to the FP Board for funding and supporting, Mendham TV for free studio space, Sandie, Matt & Shannon Reilly, Ken Brody, Pat Brangs, Mike Mitsch, Tommy Mahoney, Gabor Kiss, Bill Hall for the sound board and labor, and I'm sure I'm forgetting someone who helped with the sweat equity.

Shows recorded:

672) Ralph Litwin Sat 7/28/18 1:00 – 5:00 PM (First taping with our new set-up) Guest: Ralph Litwin (banjo, guitar & vocals); Host: Sandie Reilly (guitar, vocals); twice NJ Old-Style Banjo champion plays a banjo tune in his award-winning neo-classic style, a cowboy poet song, an original and an old timey number with help from Sandie www.RalphLitwin.com

673) Wed. 8/1/18 6:45 PM Cameron Sutphin - Cameron Sutphin has been traveling around the United States performing classic country and folk music wherever he stops, as a solo acoustic artist. With his newly released album, Reason To Believe, Cameron takes his songwriting to a whole new level as each one of the ten songs on the album all have a tangible personal touch. Since releasing his debut CD My Guitar And Me in 2011 it has gone on to sell well over 1,000 units and have radio play in Connecticut and Massachusetts. https://www.facebook.com/camrsutphin/

674) Wed. 8/1/18 7:45 PM Mike Oregano - truly a unique act, both the aesthetic and sonic details of the "One Man Band" concept, performing in a Reggae/Hip Hop/Jazz style, he uses his feet to hit the drums as well as an array of fully intuitive pedal boards complete with: loopers, bass splits, synthesizer sounds, etc. He records the rhythm section (guitar and bass) on the spot, and layers over it with drums, solos, fills, etc. all while singing, rapping, or talk boxing, and soloing on his guitar simultaneously..http://mikeoregano.com/

675) Sun. 8/26/18 1:00 or 2:00 PM Victoria Vox - award-winning songwriter and performer. Originally from Green Bay, WI, Vox has lived in France, England, Nashville, Baltimore, and now resides in Costa Mesa, CA. Vox is an 'ukulele-toting award-winning songwriter and performer. With a passion for songwriting since she was 10, (first on keyboard, then on guitar), she studied at the Berklee College of Music (Boston, MA) and in 2003, she took up the ukulele as her main accompaniment. www.victoriavox.com

676) 9/24/18 Kim Boyko - New Jersey based singer songwriter, middle school science teacher and animal lover. Some of her current projects include singing in the acoustic duo, Kim & Dave, the cover pop group, Brandywine Road, and in class with Weekly Recap songs every Friday. She writes songs inspired by her observations of the world and how she fits (or doesn't fit) in it. Her debut EP, "Somebody Else" draws upon finding herself in other people's stories. www.KimBoyko.com

677) Mon 9/24/18 Reade McCardell – lovable nut, composer and musician from the Northeast, spent time in a handful of bands, crafted incidental music for several independent films, and contributed backing vocals and instrumentation to multifarious albums and shows. The past 6-or-so years have seen him pursuing solo ventures and taking on the role of producer for several recording projects. He has worked with a fascinating cast of characters, including: Shelly Yakus (known for engineering records for Warren Zevon, Raspberries and John Lennon), http://www.reademccardell.com

678) Thurs 10/18/18 6:30 He-Bird She-Bird – Todd Evans, Terri Hall & Christine Kellar stir up a gravel-silk-and-honey vocal blend, add strings and wings, and you’ve got He-Bird, She-Bird. This harmony-driven Americana trio from Long Island, NY brings a rich and heartfelt sound to their stand-out original songs and spirited cover interpretations. www.he-birdshe-bird.com

679) Thurs 10/18/18 8:00? Hayden Greyson -“…packs a ton of emotion and pathos into his lyrics without being overwrought. He’s clearly a very deep thinker with a flair for articulate expression. His vocal instrument is the perfect conveyor … beautiful tone and phrasing, and an ability to communicate with his music that we don’t see very often. Keep an eye on that artist.”— LeAnn Zotta, Executive Vice-President, SongDoor International Songwriting Competition www.haydengreyson.com

680) Tues 10/30/18 6:30 G.Turner Adams - Singer/Songwriter born and raised in the Philadelphia area. Inspired by Sting, Peter Gabriel, and James Taylor, he's been playing the guitar and writing music since he was 8 years old. Strong vocals and Fingerstyle Guitar are central to the architecture of his songwriting. "The most profound thing I have learned from songwriting and performing is the importance of authenticity. Real music with heart and soul isn't about gimmicks and effects." https://www.facebook.com/TurnerAdams/

681) Sun 12/2/18 2:15 PM Valerie DuPont w/Sheila Hershey on cello -With soulfully sweet vocals and richly crafted tales, this Philadelphia-area native brings a unique twist to indie pop/folk. She has been a featured act at festivals including Singer-Songwriter Cape May, the Jersey Shore Music Festival and others. Her rhythmic, melodic songs weave themes of loves lost and found, and a range of hopes and wishes, with references to superheroes, angels, gardening, Christmas and more threaded in between. www.valeriedupont.com

682) Sun 12/2/18 3:30 PM Hal Guitarist - young singer-songwriter who channels the songwriters who, at his age, formed the backbone of the socially conscious Folk movement of the early 60's. From Woody Guthrie to Bob Dylan to Phil Ochs, he convincingly delivers the classic songs with the freshness and fervor of those early pioneers of the movement, along with compositions of his own as well. halguitarist.bandcamp.com

Upcoming in 2018:

683) Sat Dec 15, 2018, 1:00 Annie Donahue – with Todd Dennison, Guitar, and Craig Limey on upright bass; singer/songwriter from the Philadelphia area. “…has a natural gift for communicating feeling in music- a deceptively simple style that allows for a powerful emotional honesty.” “A fresh new voice in the folk world,” (Jackie Morris, Folk Works, 2013). Annie performs original and cover songs in the genres of Folk, Gospel, and Blues.

684) Sat Dec 15, 2018 2:30PM Loretta Hagen – (w/Gary Hagen on guitar & vocal, Linda Lambiase on djembe & vocal and Teri Avella on bass) “heart driven, soul filling, Folk Americana." Her rich alto voice and strong songwriting skills have led her to win many awards, including a JAM Awards’ (Jersey Acoustic MusicAwards) “Top Female Songwriter of the Year,” JAM nomination for “Album of the Year,” winner of the NJ Folk Festival Songwriter Competition and 2 time designation as a CT Folk Festival finalist. www. LorettaHagen.com

From: Ralph Litwin <rhlitwin@gmail.com>

Sent: Sunday, December 02, 2018 7:12 PM

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Subject: HSNOI Report

The November taping of Idyllwood was cancelled because of snow storm & rescheduled for Jan. 22.

Sandy has supplied a bunch of equipment to the studio: 4 can lights, a keyboard, an upgrade to our existing sound board and maybe a couple other items.

Just taped:

Upcoming:

683) Sat Dec 15, 2018, 1:00 PM Annie Donahue - singer/songwriter from the Philadelphia area. “…has a natural gift for communicating feeling in music- a deceptively simple style that allows for a powerful emotional honesty.” “A fresh new voice in the folk world,” (Jackie Morris, Folk Works, 2013). Annie performs original and cover songs in the genres of Folk, Gospel, and Blues.

685) Tues Jan 22 6:45 Regina Goldy - New Jersey native with her unique blend of folk, blues, and coffeehouse style music. Life experiences mixed with empathy and compassion for human spirit inspire her to write. She grew up in a musical household, singing and performing in local churches and festivals most of her life but it is only in the last few years that she has been sharing her own songs on stage. It all began when a friend asked her to sing at a local open mic. She then rediscovered her passion for songwriting, guitar & ukulele. www.reginagoldycom

686) Tues Jan 22 8:00 Idyllwood - includes Kris Lamb and Roma Blanchet on wooden flutes, recorders and Irish whistles and Anthony Campanella on guitar.performing intimate, acoustic music that spans from the 17th century to today. Anthony studied Classical guitar in New York and Maryland with performances at the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, The Mint Museum and numerous Historical Societies, Churchs, and Cafes. He has been building guitars since 1997 and is performing today on one of his latest http://classitar.com/Classitar.com/Idyllwood.html

688) Mon Feb 4, 2019 Susan Horowitz - singer-songwriter from the rocky coast of Maine. Sue has traveled all over North America to share her music and teach at congregations, homes, concert venues and conferences. Her music has been included in numerous publications and is used in worship in many communities. Sue's 3 Jewish CDs have their roots in liturgy, values, and Torah; Her recent folk CD draws influence from the singer-songwriter and American folk traditions. partnership with EJ Cohen, considered the premier ASL interpreter of Jewish music. http://www.suehorowitzcom

702) Thurs April 18, 6:30 PM Del Rey - started playing guitar when she was four years old. At thirteen, she was immersed in the world of folk music, via the San Diego Folk Festival. She has tried to get a whole band onto her solo instrument from the beginning. This gives her music an interesting complexity, especially when applied to the ukulele.Rags, blues and tunes of the early 20th century are her specialty, even as she writes new music to add to the tradition; also has fashion sense that would make Minnie Pearl smile. https://delreyplays.com/