tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-44343703588055527152024-02-06T21:31:38.620-08:00BobCat House ConcertsA way to keep up with Ottawa's newest house concert series, happily making music and not making money since February 10, 2007Bobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08405145486006108557noreply@blogger.comBlogger104125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4434370358805552715.post-1896960086894453082022-01-15T10:11:00.000-08:002022-01-15T10:11:02.877-08:00BobCat's pulling up stakes <p> </p><table align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="templateContainer" style="border-collapse: collapse; color: black; max-width: 600px !important; text-size-adjust: 100%; width: 100%px;"><tbody><tr><td class="bodyContainer" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: none; background-origin: initial; background-position: center center; background-repeat: no-repeat; background-size: cover; border-bottom: 0px; border-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%;" valign="top"><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="mcnImageBlock" style="border-collapse: collapse; min-width: 100%; text-size-adjust: 100%; width: 100%px;"><tbody class="mcnImageBlockOuter"><tr><td class="mcnImageBlockInner" style="padding: 9px; text-size-adjust: 100%;" valign="top"><table align="left" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="mcnImageContentContainer" style="border-collapse: collapse; min-width: 100%; text-size-adjust: 100%; width: 100%px;"><tbody><tr><td class="mcnImageContent" style="padding: 0px 9px; text-align: center; text-size-adjust: 100%;" valign="top"><img align="center" alt="" class="mcnImage" src="https://mcusercontent.com/97cf27626b49cc428e7f619da/images/fc5883d7-790e-7162-4918-0bdbef42d453.png" style="border: 0px; display: inline !important; height: auto; max-width: 860px; outline: none; padding-bottom: 0px; vertical-align: bottom;" width="564" /></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="mcnTextBlock" style="border-collapse: collapse; min-width: 100%; text-size-adjust: 100%; width: 100%px;"><tbody class="mcnTextBlockOuter"><tr><td class="mcnTextBlockInner" style="padding-top: 9px; text-size-adjust: 100%;" valign="top"></td></tr></tbody></table><table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="mcnTextBlock" style="border-collapse: collapse; min-width: 100%; text-size-adjust: 100%; width: 100%px;"><tbody class="mcnTextBlockOuter"><tr><td class="mcnTextBlockInner" style="padding-top: 9px; text-size-adjust: 100%;" valign="top"><table align="left" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="mcnTextContentContainer" style="border-collapse: collapse; max-width: 100%; min-width: 100%; text-size-adjust: 100%; width: 100%px;"><tbody><tr><td class="mcnTextContent" style="color: #757575; font-family: Helvetica; font-size: 16px; line-height: 24px; padding: 0px 18px 9px; text-size-adjust: 100%; word-break: break-word;" valign="top"><p style="line-height: 24px; margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%;">It is a bittersweet duty to tell you that BobCat House Concerts is leaving Ottawa. <br /><br />After 15 years, more than 50 concerts, and a wealth of wonderful memories, we are selling our house, packing up and moving to Cobourg. <br /><br />While the time is right for us to make the move, it is a BIG disappointment that we won’t get to say goodbye with a final show here in Ottawa. <br /><br />BobCat started in February 2007 with Suzie Vinnick and Tony D lifting the roof off, and since then we’ve had wonderful performers and wonderful audiences finding each other.<br /><br />In no particular order: the legendary Penny Lang. The Good Lovelies. Jon Brooks. Chris Whiteley and Diana Braithwaite. Gregory Hoskins. Shari Ulrich. Jill Zmud. The Young Novelists. David Ross MacDonald. Corin Raymond. Babes for Breasts. Chris Page. Andrea Simms-Karp. Meredith Luce. Jeremy Fisher. Jadea Kelly. Gathering Sparks. Lindsay Ferguson. Amy Campbell. Quique Escamilla. Amanda Rheaume. Ana Miura. Rhonda Stakich. David Newland. Missy Burgess. The Undesirables. Rhonda Stakich. Kate Weekes. Wendell Ferguson. Terry Gillespie. Emma-Lee. David Gogo. Coco Love Alcorn. Katherine Wheatley. Nathan Rogers. Rick Fines. Lynn Miles. Lynne Hanson. Catriona Sturton. Jory Nash. Anique Granger. David Newland. Jonathan Byrd. Eric John. Kit Soden. Janine Stoll. Peter Elkas. Norma MacDonald. Mélanie Brulée. Shawna Caspi. Rachel Ferguson. <br /><br />Over the years, we’ve had some great times. Viruses willing, we will have new great times in our new home. <br /><br />But part of our heart will always be in our sunroom. <br /></p><p style="line-height: 24px; margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%;">Here's something from February 2009, 13 years ago: Peter Elkas, with "Only You." Only you made BobCat what it was. Only you keep music alive. </p><p style="line-height: 24px; margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%;"><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/bwNZddmLXWU" width="320" youtube-src-id="bwNZddmLXWU"></iframe></div><br /><p></p><p style="line-height: 24px; margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%;">Thanks for being there for us. Thanks for loving live music. Keep on loving it. </p><p style="line-height: 24px; margin: 10px 0px; padding: 0px; text-size-adjust: 100%;"><br />Bob and Cat</p></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table></td></tr></tbody></table>Bobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08405145486006108557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4434370358805552715.post-81561084767628738882021-08-23T16:58:00.002-07:002021-08-23T16:59:02.079-07:00We are BACK! Catriona Sturton outdoor matinee Sept. 18<div>Boy. How long has it been? </div><div><br /></div><div>This is weird, isn’t it? It’s been over a year since we sent out an email. Bob & Cat saw a live show on Canada Day at the Neat, and that was the first real live music for more than 14 months. </div><div><br /></div><div> We’re still here, though. Our household has been unscathed by COVID, and we hope yours have been too.
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Her live show is like a jack-in-the-box. You never know what’s going to pop up, but it is going to be as entertaining to your ears as that pop-up clown is to a baby. </div><div><br /></div><div>Check this sample out: </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/01aq8fafxwQ" width="320" youtube-src-id="01aq8fafxwQ"></iframe></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>THE DETAILS:</div><div><br /></div><div>Who: Catriona Sturton </div><div>Where: BobCat House Concerts back yard, 214 Northwestern Avenue </div><div>When: Saturday, September 18 (rain date Sunday) 1:30 mingling for a 2:00 start. </div><div> Suggested donation: $20, ideally in advance by Paypal or e-transfer. </div><div>What: (to bring) your own drinks and / or snacks. Probably better for us all to keep to our own food. </div><div><br /></div><div>Other stuff: </div><div><br /></div><div>Because we live in strange times, we’re going to do this show a little differently. </div><div><br /></div><div>To wit, we are only able to welcome those who are: </div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Double vaccinated </li><li>Medically unable to be vaccinated and willing to wear a mask throughout </li><li>We are limiting numbers for this show to 25 total, and we would like to group people together. If you are coming as a foursome, we’ll group you together, etc. So please tell us how many you’ll be so we can arrange chairs and spacing. </li></ul>Best thing to do: drop an email to bob.ledrew@gmail.com with number of people attending and then send us a transfer. Hope you’re as excited as we are.</div><div><br /></div><div>See you in September! </div>Bobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08405145486006108557noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4434370358805552715.post-38857130617785068382019-10-06T14:35:00.001-07:002019-10-06T14:35:24.825-07:00Fall BobCat: Kerri Ough with Christine Bougie OCTOBER 26BobCat’s fall offering is a familiar face in a new format. <br />
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Kerri Ough is a writer and musician, most known for being 1/3 of the band Good Lovelies who have spent the last 13 years touring around the world and releasing eight albums in that time. <br />
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But this time, Kerri’s coming to BobCat as a solo artist as she does a series of house concerts across Ontario in support of her debut solo album, One Day Soon. She released that record in February and toured Atlantic Canada opening for Royal Wood before resuming her duties as a Lovely. About her album <a href="http://www.kerriough.com/">One Day Soon</a>: "Anchored by an airy, intimate take on pop-tinged folk, the album is ripe with compelling foils – sometimes somber, sometimes sweet; sometimes wistful, others whimsical."<br />
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You will hear elements of Good Lovelies in her solo songs, of course. But you’ll also hear new sounds and musical ideas that are uniquely her own.<br />
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Kerri is touring this time with guitarist Christine Bougie. Christine is a sought after side-player who you may have seen alongside Bahamas on tour or on one of the late-night talk shows, or on her own. Her style is more on the atmospheric than the virtuosic, creating musical textures and colours on electric guitar or lap steel that complement the music, rather than show off technical wizardry. </div>
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Kerri and Christine will make an evening of musical friendship that you will remember for a long time. <br />
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<b>Who</b>: Kerri Ough with Christine Bougie<br /><b>Where</b>: BobCat House Concerts, 214 Northwestern Avenue <br /><b>When</b>: Saturday, October 26; 7:00 mingling and 8:00 music <br /><b>What</b>: (to bring) a sweet or savory snack to share at intermission; your own booze <br /><b>Suggested donation</b>: $20, ideally in advance by Paypal or e-transfer.<br />
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Bobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08405145486006108557noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4434370358805552715.post-63593535201267165842019-03-31T19:34:00.001-07:002019-03-31T19:34:48.993-07:00May 12: A Mother’s Day Matinee with The Lynnes. This house concert thing is kinda fun. We had such a good time hosting Jory Nash on March 23 we’re gonna do it again, and this time with a giant treat for anyone who is, or has, a mother: The Lynnes.<br />
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Lynne Hanson and Lynn Miles are <a href="http://www.thelynnes.com/" target="_blank">The LYNNe</a>S, two titanic songwriting and singing talents combining forces to bring multiple instruments, tight harmonies, and gritty and truthful lyrics to any stage they play on.<br />
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And in between songs, the two play off each other. Anyone who’s seen Lynn Miles here at BobCat knows just how funny she is; Lynne Hanson is a worthy partner with her own wit and sensibility.<br />
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The New York Times says “Lynn Miles makes being forlorn feel like a state of grace.” <i>Penguin Eggs </i>says Lynne Hanson “seems headed for that record territory inhabited by seasoned songwriters such as Nanci Griffith, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Mary Gauthier and Lucinda Williams.”
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Their first album as a team, Heartbreak Song for the Radio, led to two Canadian Folk Music Awards for English Songwriter of the Year and Ensemble of the Year.<br />
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After our Mother’s Day matinee show with The Lynnes, you’ll simply say: “Thank you for the music.”<br />
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WHAT: The Lynnes in concert at BobCat<br />
WHERE: 214 Northwestern Avenue, Ottawa<br />
WHEN: Sunday, May 12, Music at 2 pm; arrive any time after 1 pm.<br />
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The suggested donation for this show is $30. Reserve your seat by emailing us and (ideally) sending us money by Interac e-transfer or PayPal to: <a href="mailto:bob.ledrew@gmail.com">bob.ledrew@gmail.com</a>.<br />
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<br />Bobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08405145486006108557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4434370358805552715.post-17249673537535888132019-02-20T11:29:00.001-08:002019-02-20T11:29:39.090-08:00We’re back! Jory Nash March 23It’s been a while, hasn’t it? Work demands made it impossible for us to host for the last 18 months or so, but we are now able to open up the stage once again and bring you the best roots music we can find in Canada and beyond.<br />
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And to that end ... our first concert since the reboot is coming up in MARCH! Exciting.<br />
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We wanted to bring someone who we knew would do a stellar show, and who also has new music to share since we were last doing concerts. The first to come to mind: <a href="https://www.jorynash.com/" target="_blank">Jory Nash</a>.<br />
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Jory has performed here before, and he’s a BobCat favorite (both in terms of the hosts and the audience.)
His finely crafted songs (most recently on his album Wilderness Years), his skill as a musician and singer, and his winning personality all make an evening listening to Jory an evening well spent indeed.
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<li>WHERE: 214 Northwestern Avenue, Ottawa
WHEN: March 23, 2019; arrive after 7, music at 8 sharp </li>
<li>WHAT (to bring): a snack to share; a donation to the Ottawa Food Bank; and some cash to purchase some merch-es.
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We hope to see you on the 23rd and once again celebrate the joy of live music in cozy surroundings.Bobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08405145486006108557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4434370358805552715.post-58368651899751192892017-07-10T12:20:00.001-07:002017-07-10T12:20:34.315-07:00A slight pause, whilst we adjust our accoutrements. Hi BobCatters:<br />
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A note from us to say that sadly, we're going to be putting our shows on hiatus for the next while. New work commitments in the household are going to make doing shows on Fridays or Saturdays impossible, and so we are going to have to hit "pause" for now.<br />
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Don't forget about us, though: we'll be back as soon as we can.Bobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08405145486006108557noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4434370358805552715.post-44642335157283563262017-02-13T10:34:00.002-08:002017-02-13T10:47:40.273-08:00Mélanie Brulée and Anique Granger February 25<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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Hello, lovely music lovers, and welcome to 2017.<br />
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Our first concert of 2017 is going to be a wonderful one for a number of reasons. First, it marks the 10th birthday of BobCat House Concerts. We welcomed Suzie Vinnick and Tony D into our home in February 2007, and we were hooked on bringing music to eager ears. Since then, we've done dozens of shows, encouraged a few other people to begin doing house concerts of their own, and luxuriated in wonderful music and camaraderie.<br />
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Second, if you were at that show in February 2007, you may remember it was kind of a birthday gift for the Cat half of BobCat. It's her birthday month again, and if you play your cards right there might be cake this time!<br />
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But you're probably not coming for cake -- you're coming for music. And we have two announcements to make.<br />
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First, <a href="http://www.aniquegranger.com/" target="_blank">Anique Granger</a> and <a href="http://www.melaniebrulee.com/" target="_blank">Mélanie Brulée</a> on February 25. These two performers share a depth of insight that comes through in their own songs and the songs they write together, but bring distinctly different voices to the mix. Saskatchewan-born Anique Granger is the more straightforward singer-songwriter, with a touch of the <i>chansonnier</i> tradition of francophone music, while Cornwall-born Mélanie Brulée is equal portions cabaret, indie-rock, and singer-songwriter, bringing a theatricality to her performance that is reinforced by solid musicianship and writing.<br />
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Join us for an evening of songs that will touch your heart or provide <i>un vrai coup de coeur</i>.<br />
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WHO: Mélanie Brulée and Anique Granger<br />
WHEN: February 25, music at 8<br />
WHERE: 214 Northwestern Avenue, Ottawa<br />
SUGGESTIONS: Suggested donation $20 (cash or e-transfer in advance to bob.ledrew@gmail.com is appreciated); BYOB, soft drinks always available; a snacky treat is always wonderfully appreciated, as are donations to the Parkdale Food Centre<br />
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Special bonus sneak preview: March 23 we are thrilled to welcome a return engagement by one of our -- and Canada's -- favourite groups. We don't normally do weeknight shows, but when the Good Lovelies make an offer, we can't refuse. This will be an exclusive, private show with this Juno Award-winning trio (and February 2009 BobCatters). A full announcement will come soon. This WILL sell out, so book your seat now.Bobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08405145486006108557noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4434370358805552715.post-3843370128458274182016-09-20T13:30:00.002-07:002016-09-20T19:06:31.086-07:00Fall begins with Norma MacDonald<br />
Feels like WAY too long since we've had a crowd of people here to make an evening magic. So let's DO THIS. <br />
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<a href="http://www.normamacdonald.com/" style="-ms-text-size-adjust: 100%; -webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%; color: #2baadf; font-weight: normal; mso-line-height-rule: exactly; text-decoration: underline;" target="_blank">Norma MacDonald</a> first crossed our path WAYYYYY back in the mists of time, when we were just starting out as adults and we'd see a band called Highland Heights in Halifax. The band broke up, but Norma has kept on with music and become a solo singer-songwriter.<br />
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Her voice is something unique. There's a bell-like quality to it, not brassy, but a timbre that brings clarity to whatever she sings. And her songs are wonderful examples of modern roots music. Her new album Burn the tapes was described by Exclaim! magazine as living in "the space between restlessness and peacefulness."<br />
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Join us to hear her music live, direct, and unfiltered.<br />
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WHAT: Norma MacDonald in concert<br />
WHEN: Saturday, October 15, mingling at 7:00 and music at 8:00<br />
WHERE: The Cape Breton Embassy, 214 Northwestern Avenue, Ottawa<br />
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As always, we accept donations to the Parkdale Food Centre. You can also bring along a snack to share and something alcoholic to drink, if you like. Soft drinks are always available.<br />
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Suggested donation: $20. You can drop off cash or cheques at the house, or send it to us via PayPal or Interac e-transfer to bob.ledrew@gmail.com.Bobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08405145486006108557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4434370358805552715.post-82176234896449867082016-05-25T05:12:00.001-07:002016-05-25T05:12:40.634-07:00Donefors postponed Sadly, we don't have the numbers to justify doing the Donefors show this Saturday. We'll bring them another time. Bobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08405145486006108557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4434370358805552715.post-21420634873183516532016-05-06T09:36:00.001-07:002016-05-06T09:42:15.551-07:00May 28: Hamilton's The Donefors come to play The next BobCat show is going to find a houseful of creative and quirky musicians making songs that engage heart and head with equal power.<br />
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<a href="http://www.thedonefors.com/" target="_blank">The Donefors</a> are celebrating 10 years as a band, but each of them has worked on solo and other group projects for longer than that. Probably best known of those projects is the great and lamented group Mr. Something Something.<br />
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In that time, they've made three CDs: "How to have sex with Canadians", "Award Winning Album", and "Lush Life Below the Poverty Line." Each of the records brings quirky intelligence and excellent musicianship to the studio, and that's what each band member brings to the stage as well.<br />
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Janine Stoll and Paul MacDougall played here together several years ago as part of our Babes for Breasts house concert; Janine also came to play a split-bill show with Emma-Lee. Her precise alto and rhythm guitar provide a bed for Paul's wide-ranging guitar excursions. Meanwhile, Liam Smith and Brian Lahaie provide bass and drums. Songs come from Janine, Paul, and Liam.<br />
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You can hear elements of Afrobeat, jazz, fusion, and almost everything in the eclectic mix that the four core Donefors bring to the band. And you might even hear something about Janine's project with Melissa McLelland and Lisa Winn, the Ladybird Animal Sanctuary. <a href="http://www.ladybirdanimalsanctuary.com/about/" target="_blank">Ladybird</a> is an animal rescue operation that's rescued hundreds of animals and placed them with forever families.<br />
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If you need a dose of witty and catchy songs in your ears -- you need to be here May 28. You'll be done for.<br />
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Opening for the band will be Nick Leiper!<br />
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WHO: The Donefors at BobCat<br />
WHEN: May 28, 2016, 7:00 mingling, 8:00 music<br />
WHERE: BobCat's Poverty Line Lushcafé, 214 Northwestern Avenue<br />
WHAT: $20 suggested donation, all proceeds to artists.<br />
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If you like, you are encouraged to bring:<br />
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You can reserve your seat by dropping your donation off in person or using Paypal or Interac e-transfers. Don't miss out! </div>
Bobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08405145486006108557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4434370358805552715.post-63775641769613021102016-03-24T17:01:00.000-07:002016-03-24T17:01:23.931-07:00Manitoba Hal -- cancellationunfortunately, the Manitoba Hal show will not be happening, due to a lack of attendees. We'll try to get him at a better time.Bobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08405145486006108557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4434370358805552715.post-83413028344433635452016-01-30T12:28:00.000-08:002016-01-30T12:28:14.161-08:00Jory Nash at BobCat February 13<br />February 2007 was the first ever BobCat concert. We rocked the house with Suzie Vinnick and Tony D that night, and since then it's been an endless stream of great music gracing our sunroom. <br /><br /><div>
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He's learned the craft of writing and performing diligently, and now he spends a fair amount of time teaching that craft too. AND... he's taken his love and respect for the music of Gordon Lightfoot and turned it into a legendary series of <a href="http://www.foxent.ca/the-way-we-feel/">"The Way We Feel" concerts</a>, and now into a CD project that's in the planning stages. </div>
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He's been with us before, but every appearance brings new songs and stories. Don't miss this opportunity. </div>
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WHO: Jory Nash</div>
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WHEN: February 13, mingling at 7, music at 8</div>
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WHAT: Our SUGGESTED donation is $20; feel free to bring a snack to share and any booze you'd like to consume, and/or a donation to the Ottawa Food Bank </div>
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And keep these dates in mind for the rest of our spring season! <br /><br />March 26: <a href="http://www.manitobahal.com/">Manitoba Hal</a><br />May 28: <a href="http://www.thedonefors.com/">The Donefors</a> </div>
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June 11: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMkxHB9LvR8">Coco Love Alcorn</a></div>
Bobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08405145486006108557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4434370358805552715.post-1820614787404447712015-12-03T06:46:00.002-08:002015-12-03T06:46:57.755-08:002016 kicks off with Shawna Caspi January 23<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We begin 2016 with an Ottawa girl who's making it work in the big city of Toronto.<br />
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<a href="http://www.shawnacaspi.com/" target="_blank">Shawna Caspi</a>'s love of music goes deep, and was nurtured at the Ottawa Folklore Centre and Rasputin's. Since those beginnings, she's become a veteran performer, a tireless tourer, a constant contributor to the folk and roots music community, and much respected for her fingerstyle playing and her fine songwriting.<br />
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If you don't believe us, believe the folks who judged the 2015 "<a href="http://www.folkmusicontario.ca/about-folk-music-ontario/awards/#songsfromtheheart" target="_blank">Songs From the Heart</a>" competition, in which songs by Shawna were chosen in both the humorous and political categories. Here's her song Devil's Rolling Pin:<br />
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Shawna Caspi is our first guest of 2016, and we're dead chuffed she'll be performing for us and for you. AND she'll be bringing CDs and <a href="http://www.shawnacaspi.com/paintings/" target="_blank">her own paintings</a> for your purchasing pleasure!<br />
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WHO: Shawna Caspi and her fingers at BobCat<br />
WHEN: January 23, 2016, 7:00 mingling and 8:00 music<br />
WHERE: 214 Northwestern Avenue<br />
WHAT: $20 suggested donation (all proceeds to artist), either by cash or cheque or via PayPal or interac e-transfer. We also accept non-perishable food donations for the Ottawa Food Bank and snacks for our potlucky enjoyment.<br />
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<br />Bobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08405145486006108557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4434370358805552715.post-89956859818953816642015-11-04T14:58:00.001-08:002015-11-04T14:58:57.731-08:00BobCat is back: David Ross MacDonald November 21<h1 style="font-style: italic; font-weight: normal; line-height: 24px; margin: 0px 0px 10px;"><span style="font-size: 17px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">A 2015 farewell show with David Ross MacDonald </span></h1><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Our friend and one of our favourite ever BobCatters is coming back! </span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></div><div><font color="#000000"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><a href="http://bobcathouseconcerts.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=97cf27626b49cc428e7f619da&id=6d689fb286&e=309a19fb72" target="_blank" style="text-decoration: none;">David Ross MacDonald</a> is living the bicontinental life, touring Canada in the best weather of our year, then heading home to Australia to tour there and work on his eco-friendly house. This summer, he’s also spent a lot of time doing tour dates in his alter ego, drummer for <a href="http://bobcathouseconcerts.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=97cf27626b49cc428e7f619da&id=92c58e18ae&e=309a19fb72" target="_blank" style="text-decoration: none;">The Waifs</a>. </span></font></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">So we are pleased to send him off to Australia with a BobCat show. </span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">David will be playing old favourites as well as debuting (for BobCat at least) new songs from his <a href="http://bobcathouseconcerts.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=97cf27626b49cc428e7f619da&id=e649de92f6&e=309a19fb72" target="_blank" style="text-decoration: none;">limited-edition CD “Caravan</a>”. </span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Join us for amazing guitar playing, insightful lyrics, and wonderful songs. Don't believe us? <br><br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gMKJ6aWkt6A" target="_blank" style="text-decoration: none;">https://www.youtube.com/watch?<wbr>v=gMKJ6aWkt6A</a></span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></div><div><strong style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">WHO: David Ross MacDonald at BobCat </strong></div><div><strong style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">WHEN: November 21, arrive after 7, music at 8</strong></div><div><strong style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">WHERE: BobCat, 214 Northwestern Avenue, Ottawa, ON </strong></div><div><strong style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">WHAT: (to bring) a snack to share, any alcohol you’d like to drink, money for CDs, and open ears and hearts. <br><br>We love getting your donation in advance. $20 suggested, dropped off as cash or cheque or sent to us by PayPal or Interac e-transfer makes artists feel very secure. </strong></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">PS: </span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">2016 is bringing a fantastic lineup of BobCatters</span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">January 23: <a href="http://bobcathouseconcerts.us2.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=97cf27626b49cc428e7f619da&id=96620f09a1&e=309a19fb72" target="_blank" style="text-decoration: none;">Shawna Caspi </a></span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">February 13: <a href="http://bobcathouseconcerts.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=97cf27626b49cc428e7f619da&id=275e4e50a4&e=309a19fb72" target="_blank" style="text-decoration: none;">Jory Nash</a> </span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">March 26: <a href="http://bobcathouseconcerts.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=97cf27626b49cc428e7f619da&id=1741eaace8&e=309a19fb72" target="_blank" style="text-decoration: none;">Manitoba Hal</a></span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">May 28: <a href="http://bobcathouseconcerts.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=97cf27626b49cc428e7f619da&id=2ab3cf86a2&e=309a19fb72" target="_blank" style="text-decoration: none;">The Donefors</a> </span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> </span></div><div><br></div>Bobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08405145486006108557noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4434370358805552715.post-23107598242486155422015-05-06T11:01:00.003-07:002015-05-06T11:01:46.713-07:00May 30: Nancy Dutra is going to make you love her. 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If you're a fan of the Americana genre, you <i><b>need </b></i>to come to this show. <a href="http://www.nancydutra.com/" target="_blank">Nancy Dutra</a> is one of those musicians who deserves to be FAR better known than she is.<br />
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A deep, warm alto voice that sings clearly and without embellishment or overdone drama; guitar that supports the voice and the lyrics; and songs that take the diverse music Dutra grew up with (fado and early country) and find a new way of dealing with familiar subjects: love, loss, and hope.<br />
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Respected magazine <a href="http://nodepression.com/article/cd-review-nancy-dutra-time-will-tell" target="_blank">No Depression said this</a> about her CD Time Will Tell: "then there came this voice. The one that emanated from the speakers had gentle jazz guitar notes spilling around like brandy in a big sniffer glass. It was a smooth blues voice . It has just enough jazz in it to intrigue the untrained ear -- to turn toward the speaker and listen, listen, listen."<br />
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No less a songwriter than Ron Sexsmith says: “A clear and unaffected voice and songs that are soulful, unpretentious and timeless.”<br />
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See what I mean? Even a hissing expresso machine can't break that spell (observant viewers will notice BobCat alumna <a href="http://www.amycampbell.ca/" target="_blank">Amy Campbell</a> in that video -- this was her series of shows).<br />
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I can't think of a better way to spend a fine spring evening that getting some of that in my ears. Can you?<br />
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Our opening act this time is The Hutchison Jammers, making their BobCat debut!<br />
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WHEN: May 30, 2015, 7:00 for mingling; 8:00 music<br />
WHO: Nancy Dutra<br />
WHERE: BobCat, 214 Northwestern Avenue<br />
WHAT: bring your own booze, and if you want to, a snack to share with the crowd or a food donation for <a href="http://www.highjinxottawa.com/" target="_blank">HighJinx</a>!<br />
HOW: suggested donation $20 (all funds to artist); drop off cheques or cash or use Interac or Paypal to <a href="mailto:bob.ledrew@gmail.com" target="_blank">transfer money via email</a>.<br />
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<br />Bobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08405145486006108557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4434370358805552715.post-5893813123698395252015-03-06T05:27:00.004-08:002015-03-06T05:27:42.538-08:00March 28: A roaring end to March with The Young Novelists The folk and roots music world can sometimes be seen as synonymous with the singer-songwriter genre. But there are those who forge a different path, like Graydon James and his bandmates, <a href="http://www.theyoungnovelists.com/" target="_blank">the Young Novelists</a>.<br />
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This six-piece group (alex dodd, graydon james, shawn jurek, john law, mike paddags, and laura spink), take full advantage of the richness that extra people, voices, and instruments provide.<br />
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Their music is full of joy and intensity and tenderness, and these musicians bring a wonderful grasp of their instruments and how to play together from the softest pianissimo to thunderous crescendos.<br />
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So far, they've produced their debut EP, <i>a small town eulogy</i>, and a full-length recoding, <i>in the year you were born</i> in 2012. And later this spring, their latest project <i>made us strangers</i> will hit an unsuspecting world with the rich harmonies and great songwriting that is now expected, but with some new textures to the sound.<br />
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And you can preorder this new record RIGHT now. Just <a href="http://bit.ly/1DZZe9y" target="_blank">go to their PledgeMusic site</a> to get in on the fun, with anything from the record to a dress-shopping excursion with vocalist / percussionist Laura Spink up for grabs. <br />
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Don't miss them! Here's a taste of the Young Novelists from the Wood & Wires video series:<br />
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<a href="https://vimeo.com/65486944">Graydon James & The Young Novelists- Hear Your Voice</a> from <a href="https://vimeo.com/avieni">Wood & Wires</a> on <a href="https://vimeo.com/">Vimeo</a>.<br />
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Send March out like a lion! See you then.<br />
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WHO: The Young Novelists<br />
WHEN: March 28, 7:00 mingle, 8:00 music<br />
WHERE: 214 Northwestern Avenue, Ottawa (Directions: http://bit.ly/1wtvc8M)<br />
HOW: Buy Tickets: Suggested donation $25. Drop off cash or a cheque, or e-transfer using Interac or Paypal to <a href="mailto:bob.ledrew@gmail.com">bob.ledrew@gmail.com</a><br />
<br />Bobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08405145486006108557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4434370358805552715.post-59336067772717179352014-12-24T11:13:00.003-08:002014-12-24T11:13:29.281-08:00Merry Christmas and Happy Jeremy! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Jeremy is a recent returnee to Ottawa, and 2014 saw him release <i>The Lemon Squeeze</i>, his seventh album. What makes Jeremy an ideal BobCat performer? He's got a distinctive voice (he says "sounds like Simon, looks like Garfunkel"), he's got considerable skill on guitar and piano, and his songs range over a broad range from pop-inspired tunes to broadwayesque story songs with a mix of sincerity and sly wit that is captivating. </div>
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He's toured the country by bicycle and by less fun means of transportation, he's toured with such notables as Xavier Rudd, Sarah Slean, Peter Katz, and Danny Michel, Cat loves him (Bob too), and if you haven't discovered him yet, you will be a fan by the end of the night. </div>
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You can <a href="http://exclaim.ca/Music/article/jeremy_fisher-lemon_squeeze_album_stream" target="_blank">stream the album here to get a sense of how smart and fun Jeremy's music is.</a> See you on the 21st? </div>
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WHO: Jeremy Fisher in concert at BobCat House Concerts </div>
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WHEN: Saturday, February 21, mingle at 7, music at 8</div>
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WHERE: 214 Northwestern Avenue, Ottawa </div>
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<li>BYOB and a snackish dish to share if you like (soft drinks always available) </li>
<li>Food bank donations are gratefully accepted and passed on </li>
<li>Suggested donation $20, all proceeds always go to the artist. You can use Paypal or Interac to send money directly by email to <i><b>bob dot ledrew at gmail dot com</b></i>, or mail us a cheque or drop off cash at the house. </li>
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See you next year!</div>
Bobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08405145486006108557noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4434370358805552715.post-49163649017692219512014-12-01T19:37:00.001-08:002014-12-01T19:40:50.733-08:00Recognition for BobCat alumni makes us grateful Saturday night marked not only a house concert for us with the fantastic <a href="http://jorynash.com/" target="_blank">Jory Nash</a> (the songs from his new album are among the best I've ever heard of his, and he is a fine writer indeed), but the end of <a href="http://folkawards.ca/" target="_blank">Canadian Folk Music Awards</a> Week in Ottawa.<br />
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10 years ago, a small group of some of Canada's most important people in the world of folk music created these awards, and since then have put in countless hours (and probably more than a few of their own bucks) to keep the CFMAs vital and to put on great events across the country.<br />
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This is the place where Canada's folk community can celebrate the richness of our music creators and the achievements of those who've recorded over the previous year, handing out 19 awards.<br />
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As house concert presenters, we occupy a very privileged position. We get to welcome some of Canada's and the world's most skilled musicians into our homes and introduce them to our friends, neighbours, colleagues, and acquaintances in a uniquely intimate environment. And over our 37 concerts, we have become friends with a lot of the people who've come to perform at our house. So seeing some of our musical friends get nominated or win a CFMA is a reminder to us of just how lucky we are and a source of great happiness.<br />
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This year, six BobCat alums were nominated for a CFMA: <a href="http://www.quiqueescamilla.com/" target="_blank">Quique Escamilla</a>, <a href="http://www.gatheringsparks.com/" target="_blank">Gathering Sparks</a>, <a href="http://www.darthjadea.com/jadeakelly.html" target="_blank">Jadea Kelly</a>, <a href="http://www.amandarheaume.com/" target="_blank">Amanda Rheaume</a>, <a href="http://www.shariulrich.com/" target="_blank">Shari Ulrich</a>, and <a href="http://www.jillzmud.com/" target="_blank">Jill Zmud</a>. Three of those nominees were chosen by a jury as the best in their category this year:<br />
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Quique Escamilla: 2014 CFMA for World Solo Artist</div>
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2014 CFMA for Aboriginal Songwriter of the Year</div>
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Shari Ulrich: 2014 CFMA for English Songwriter of the Year </div>
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We've been lucky to walk away from every concert feeling as if we've experienced and shared something very special. And if this sort of recognition helps spread the word about our folk scene to new audiences and pushes performers to do even more striking work, then I'm all for it. </div>
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Congratulations to the CFMAs, to all the nominees and the winners, and especially to our BobCat friends. And (this will be the only time in history where I will quote Abba) thank you for the music. </div>
<br />Bobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08405145486006108557noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4434370358805552715.post-69910118879746235832014-11-30T09:01:00.002-08:002014-12-01T05:21:25.949-08:00SOLD OUT! Happy BobCat Holidays! Join Lynn Miles and band for "Songs for the Darkest Night." <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>DECEMBER 1 UPDATE: WE ARE FULL! If you've sent a message, I'll be back to you, but we are filled up and will be putting a waiting list together. </b><br />
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We don't normally do concerts in December, but rules are made to be broken, n'est-ce pas? And when you have an opportunity to present Lynn Miles with new songs, you DO NOT say no.<br />
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In the event you don't know <a href="http://www.lynnmilesmusic.com/" target="_blank">Lynn Miles</a>'s work, suffice it to say that she is one of the greatest musicians and writers to ever come out of Ottawa. This December, when her <a href="http://nac-cna.ca/en/presents/event/9330" target="_blank">NAC show "Songs for the Darkest Night"</a> was announced, it sold out VERRY quickly.<br />
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So we are thrilled to present a 'preview' of that show at BobCat on December 19. There will be a band, there will be beauty, there will be laughter, and perhaps even a tear or two.
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Don't wait. This will be a special night with a wonderful performer, and <b>it will sell out quickly</b>.<br />
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<i>We always accept donations for the Ottawa Food Bank, but we particularly want to urge you to bring a non-perishable food item or a cash donation to this show. </i><br />
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<b>WHO: Lynn Miles with full band present "Songs for the Darkest Night" </b><br />
<b>WHEN: Friday, December 19, 7:00 mingling and 8:00 music </b><br />
<b>WHERE: The BobCat Elfhouse, 214 Northwestern Avenue </b><br />
<b>HOW: <strike>(to reserve) -- email BobCat. Suggested donation for this show is $35. Prepayment necessary by cash, cheque, or Interac or paypal e-transfer using the BobCat email. </strike></b><br />
<b><strike>WHAT: BYOB and some seasonal snackage. </strike>Stay tuned for waiting list information. </b><br />
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<br />Bobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08405145486006108557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4434370358805552715.post-12977662898448621602014-11-03T16:03:00.001-08:002014-11-03T16:04:13.775-08:00NEXT SHOW! Jory Nash returns November 29<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Back in January 2010, we just about killed <a href="http://www.jorynash.com/" target="_blank">Jory Nash</a>. Well, we stressed him out, by getting him to come and play at the house after driving through a fierce snowstorm. But now, with a new record on the way, we're getting him here (hopefully) before the snow flies!<br />
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Jory Nash brings a distinctive voice to his songs -- both as a singer and a writer. He's recorded seven albums to great acclaim and national recognition, and he's toured extensively in Canada and in the United States. He's currently working on album number eight, and he'll have a whole batch of songs from the album to preview for YOU on November 29. Join us, or you'll miss this:<br />
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WHO: Jory Nash and at least one hat<br />
WHERE: BobCat Soul House, 214 Northwestern Avenue, Ottawa<br />
WHEN: November 29, mingling from 7, music 8<br />
WHAT: Suggested donation $20, plus feel free to bring your own booze and/or some snacky type of food (and a Food Bank donation, if you feel so inclined)<br />
HOW: You can drop off cash or a cheque at the house, or send an e-transfer via Interac or Paypal to bob dot ledrew at gmail dot com.<br />
<br />Bobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08405145486006108557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4434370358805552715.post-44601099740643949922014-03-19T19:45:00.002-07:002014-03-19T19:45:37.703-07:00Next BobCat: Gathering Sparks April 12! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We are more than excited for our next show. If you were to name a roots music supergroup, I'd nominate <a href="https://www.facebook.com/GatheringSparksMusic" target="_blank">Gathering Sparks</a>. This new trio of musical friends features three performers that have impressive individual resumes. Together, we (and you) are promised an evening of amazing instrument-switchin' folk music at its best.<br />
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Eve Goldberg is perhaps best known as the composer of "Watermelon Sorbet", the theme to CBC's "Richardson's Roundup." One friend describes Eve as a true folk singer. I agree.<br />
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<a href="http://www.janelewis.ca/" target="_blank">Jane Lewis</a> is another superb writer, keyboardist, and singer. And her partner <a href="http://www.samturton.com/" target="_blank">Sam Turton</a> brings virtuosic guitar skills and a voice and style steeped in gospel, blues and soul to the mix.<br />
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This promises to be a wonderful evening of inspiring music. Don't miss it.<br />
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WHEN: April 12, 2012, 7:00 mix, 8:00 music<span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"> </span><br />
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Suggested donation: $20, ideally in advance, either by dropoff, Paypal, or Interac transfer. BYOB, and something snackish to share if you like.<br />
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<br />Bobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08405145486006108557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4434370358805552715.post-40216999931711250842014-01-20T12:49:00.000-08:002014-01-30T14:52:07.412-08:00WAITING LIST MODE! Jill Zmud and friends, February 8<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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<b>UPDATE JAN 30: WE'RE GONNA CALL THIS FULL. If you haven't gotten in touch yet we can create a waiting list and put you on it, in case there are cancellations. Thank you so much for being eager listeners. </b><br />
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When we started doing house concerts, we decided that when a concert was happening during someone's birth month, we would let that person pick the artist. Of course, that only really works for the Cat half with her February birthday.<br />
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But she's made some amazing choices over the years -- <a href="http://borealisrecords.com/artists/penny-lang/" target="_blank">Penny Lang</a>, <a href="http://www.goodlovelies.com/" target="_blank">Good Lovelies</a>, <a href="http://www.amycampbell.ca/" target="_blank">Amy Campbell</a>, <a href="http://www.missyburgess.com/" target="_blank">Missy Burgess</a>, <a href="http://www.peterelkas.com/" target="_blank">Peter Elkas</a>...<br />
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And 2014, the 7th-anniversary show for BobCat House Concerts, she's done it again with a return engagement from the superb <a href="http://www.jillzmud.com/" target="_blank">Jill Zmud</a>.<br />
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Jill Zmud is a slightly late starter, musically speaking. She spent much of her youth pursuing other arts. But when she took up music, she quickly made up any lost ground. Her 2009 record "...as we quietly drive by" was a little piece of crystalline beauty, with songs that brought the sultriness and the gospel inflections over her to the forefront, and music that was artfully made by her, guitarist <a href="http://campradio.org/chris.shtml#.Ut2KhmQo7-k" target="_blank">Chris Page</a>, producer Dave Draves, and Christine Mathenge and Jerusha Lewis of the <a href="http://www.vop.freehomepage.com/" target="_blank">Voices of Praise Gospel Choir</a>.<br />
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Since that album, she's been making music and working on non-musical projects as well. And as I write this post, she's recording the long-awaited second album.<br />
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On February 8, Jill and some friends will join us for a celebratory evening full of torch-folk-inspired smiles, sly giggles, and full-on laughter. It will be a joyous evening. And you should be there.<br />
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WHO: Jill Zmud and Friends<br />
WHERE: BobCat Birthday Parlour, 214 Northwestern Avenue<br />
WHEN: mingling at 7, music at 8<br />
WHAT: suggested donation of $20, all proceeds to artist.<br />
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We encourage you to make your donation in advance as we often have a full house, and we want to ensure the artist is given a full audience and a full envelope. You can drop it off, or you can use PayPal or Interac to <a href="mailto:bob.ledrew@gmail.com" target="_blank">transfer money to us at this email</a>.<br />
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As always, your donation to the <a href="http://ottawafoodbank.ca/" target="_blank">Ottawa Food Bank</a> is gratefully accepted, and we encourage you to bring your own alcoholic treats and a snack to share.<br />
<br />Bobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08405145486006108557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4434370358805552715.post-55825813097143002132014-01-03T11:14:00.001-08:002014-01-15T14:41:04.675-08:00UPDATED: SOLD OUT Lindsay Ferguson joins us Jan 18<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b><i>THANKS ALL! This show is now sold out. If you want to get on a wait list, let me know by email: bob dot ledrew at gmail dot com. </i></b><br />
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Happy 2014!<br />
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<a href="http://www.lindsayferguson.com/" target="_blank">Lindsay Ferguson</a> has been on our list for a while. And for some reason, it hasn't come together. Until now.<br />
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Her musical interests are as well-traveled as she is. The commonality between songs that are pure folk, pop-infused, and as torchy as anything you'd hear on a Verve record: her lovely, rich and powerful voice. </div>
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We're excited to have her play songs from her two CDs Sound! and Monkeys Under Stars -- and maybe some new ones too -- for you. </div>
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WHO: Lindsay Ferguson </div>
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WHEN: Saturday, January 18, with mingling at 7 and music at 8</div>
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Here's a sample of what Lindsay brings to the stage: </div>
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<strike>SUGGESTED DONATION: $20; please prepay either by dropping off cash or cheques at the house, or by using PayPal or Interac money transfers to <a href="mailto:bob.ledrew@gmail.com" target="_blank">bob dot ledrew at gmail dot com</a>.</strike></div>
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<i>BobCat says BYOB, and if you feel like making a snack to share with others you will be blessed. </i></div>
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Bobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08405145486006108557noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4434370358805552715.post-78250754939738874672013-10-26T12:16:00.000-07:002013-11-09T08:27:00.377-08:00SOLD OUT BobCat: Quique Escamilla, November 9SORRY FOLKS! THE HOUSE IS FULL!<br />
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Well, it's been a while, hasn't it! We've been doing a bunch of things and house concerts have been not on the agenda.<br />
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But we're back for one last show for 2013, and it's going to be amazing. Our last performer for the year is <a href="http://www.quiqueescamilla.com/" target="_blank">Quique Escamilla</a>. (Key-kay EscaMEEla).<br />
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According to his bio, Quique "was born and raised in a family of six in the warm, tropical state of Chiapas in Mexico. He started singing at the age of four at family reunions. When he was six, he asked to sing with the in-house six-piece Mariachi band in a crowded restaurant. That night, Quique performed the classic ranchera song "El Rey" in front of an audience. At that moment, he discovered the thrill of performing and the powerful magic of live music."<br />
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While his music may have changed (along with his voice), he has by no means lost the thrill of performing and the powerful magic of music. In fact, he's wonderfully able to transmit that thrill and magic to his audiences, whether singing in Spanish or English.<br />
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He's been a performer with <a href="http://www.dannymichel.com/" target="_blank">Danny Michel</a> (another vote in his favour, says Bob), and has also shared stages with Michael Franti, Jim Cuddy, Jenn Grant, and Justin Rutledge to name a few.<br />
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Quique's music fuses traditional Mexican musical styles such as ranchera and huapango with modern sounds of rock, reggae, pop, ska, cumbia, bolero, jazz, and other Latin American rhythms. His considerable instrumental skills combine with his smooth voice to make him one of the best performers we've seen in a while. So come out and warm up a cold November night with some música caliente!<br />
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<strike>WHO: Quique Escamilla</strike><br />
<strike>WHEN: Saturday, November 9; mingling at 7 and music at 8</strike><br />
<strike>WHERE: 214 Northwestern Avenue</strike><br />
<strike>SUGGESTED DONATION: $20; please prepay by dropping off cash or cheques or using <a href="https://www.paypal.com/" target="_blank">PayPal</a> or <a href="http://www.interac.ca/en/interac-etransfer/etransfer-detail" target="_blank">Interac money transfers</a> to bob dot ledrew at gmail dot com.</strike><br />
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BobCat says BYOB, and if you feel like making a snack to share with others you will be blessed. BobCat also donates to the Ottawa Food Bank so if you have a non-perishable food good to give, you will get a hug on request.<br />
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<br />Bobhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08405145486006108557noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4434370358805552715.post-8605590800797569772013-02-05T19:10:00.002-08:002013-02-05T19:10:50.852-08:00Jadea Kelly visits March 9, 2013<br />
Our first BobCat of 2013 is one worth waiting for.<br />
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When you hear <a href="http://www.myspace.com/jadeak" target="_blank">Jadea Kelly</a> sing, you'll find it a little hard to imagine her singing and playing with metal band <a href="http://www.myspace.com/protestthehero" target="_blank">Protest the Hero</a>. When she struck out on her own, she found a voice that some have called a "hushed Loretta Lynn", and a style of writing that is intimate and powerful.<br />
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Jadea tours internationally, across Canada and in the United States, opening for the likes of Ramblin' Jack Elliott and Catherine MacLellan. In 2012 she was featured on Stuart McLean's <a href="http://www.cbc.ca/vinylcafe/home.php" target="_blank">VINYL CAFE</a> and recorded live by <a href="http://music.cbc.ca/#/artists/Jadea-Kelly" target="_blank">CBC</a> at the Stewart Park Folk Festival in 2010. She also performed at Yonge & Dundas Square and the <a href="http://nlfbsudbury.com/" target="_blank">Sudbury Northern Lights Festival</a> in 2012, as well as a couple of residencies at the Elmdale House (RIP [?] ). She is a captivating performer and you'll be glad to have seen her here, before the great wide world discovers her talents.<br />
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Don't believe me? Check this:<br />
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WHO: Jadea Kelly<br />
WHAT: BobCat House Concerts<br />
WHERE: 214 Northwestern Avenue<br />
WHEN: March 9, 2013; the music starts at 8:00 pm<br />
SUGGESTED DONATION: $20<br />
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A reminder: We appreciate prepayment, because that means artists get money (All of it). You can drop off payment, or send Paypal or Interac e-transfers to <a href="mailto:bob.ledrew@gmail.com">bob.ledrew@gmail.com</a>. Arrive after 7 to mingle and munch (please feel free to bring a savory or sweet snack to share with others), and we always accept donations for the Ottawa Food Bank if you're so inclined.<br />
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