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{{Infobox Movie
| Name = At Woodstock
| Poster = At Woodstock (vhs).jpg
| Caption = VHS cover of [[Jimi Hendrix]] At Woodstock
| Director = Chris Hegedus, Erez Laufer
| Distributor = BMG
| Released = 1992
| Length = 57 min.
| Links =
* IMDb [http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0265245/ link]
* All Music Guide [http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=10:kcfexzqhldse link]
}}

Before the age of DVD or any other high definition media, the Woodstock festival was watched on VHS and sometimes, for the quite obscure, on {{Wikipedia Link | [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laser_disc Laserdisc]}} (no releases on Super 8 film are known...). '''At Woodstock''' was a welcome release for any serious Woodstock fan as it finally offered 57 minutes of his ~130 minutes long gig. Five songs where already known from the [[Woodstock (movie) | movie]] but the rest was new material.

The VHS was accompanied by the 1994 CD [[Jimi Hendrix: Woodstock]]. In 1999 the same material was sold again, but on DVD, entitled [[Live at Woodstock (jimi hendrix dvd) | Live at Woodstock]].

=== Content ===

# Message to Love <small>(no video, music over opening credits)</small>
# Fire
# Izabella
# Red House
# Jam Back at the House
# Voodoo Child (Slight Return)
# Star Spangled Banner
# Purple Haze
# Woodstock Improvisation
# Villanova Junction
# Hear My Train a-Comin' <small>(no video, music over ending credits)</small>

File:At Woodstock (vhs).jpg

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uploaded "[[File:At Woodstock (vhs).jpg]]" == Notes == This is only a photo from the original VHS cover. Please update it with a proper scan.

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Live at Woodstock (jimi hendrix dvd)

Hl 1001 — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 23:39:42 GMT

DVD Content:

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-	=== Deluxe Edition ===	+	=== Deluxe Edition (2005) ===

	'''Disc 1:''' ''Live At Woodstock''		'''Disc 1:''' ''Live At Woodstock''
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-	=== Blu-Ray DVD ===	+	=== Blu-Ray DVD (2009) ===

-	Same content as the ''Deluxe Edition'' but on one disc.	+	Same content as the ''Deluxe Edition'' but on one Blu-Ray disc.

	== More Covers ==		== More Covers ==

Woodstock Complete

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V.2: From Havens to Hendrix:

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-	The first version of Woodstock Complete was heavily discussed under fans. More and qualitative better material was discovered and missing songs were officially released (e.g. the complete almost set from [[Santana]] on the [[Santana (Legacy Edition) \| Legacy Editon]] of their debut album). It was time for the second, revised version: '''From Havens to Hendrix'''.	+	The first version of Woodstock Complete was heavily discussed under fans. More and qualitative better material was discovered and missing songs were officially released (e.g. the almost complete set from [[Santana]] on the [[Santana (Legacy Edition) \| Legacy Editon]] of their debut album). It was time for the second, revised version: '''From Havens to Hendrix'''.

	Improvements over the first version<ref>[http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/woodstockproject/message/2882 Yahoo! Woodstock Project mailing list] - information about Woodstock Complete v.2.0</ref>:		Improvements over the first version<ref>[http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/woodstockproject/message/2882 Yahoo! Woodstock Project mailing list] - information about Woodstock Complete v.2.0</ref>:

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Hl 1001 — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 16:34:39 GMT

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	As I believe I have told you, I have been on a quest to obtain the autographs of as many living Woodstock performers as I can interact with. I often work with a partner which allows us to have someone take a picture with the person that I meet. Before I met with Juma Sultan, Gilles Malkine, and Steve Knight - I asked the group if anybody wanted to know something and Brotherman (Aaron) asked me to metion the group; however, I thought it might be better to mention this project first - as most of the musicians don't have copies of the music. Howecver, they all have memories. So, far, I have mentioned this Wiki to Gilles Malkine and Juma Sultan. Juma told me that he will check out the site and tell me what he can add to the entry. I will also mention this site to Rob Leonard and David Garrett when I write to them next week (as well as all other Festival veterans that I will interact with in the future). I am assuming that some of them may join as contributors.		As I believe I have told you, I have been on a quest to obtain the autographs of as many living Woodstock performers as I can interact with. I often work with a partner which allows us to have someone take a picture with the person that I meet. Before I met with Juma Sultan, Gilles Malkine, and Steve Knight - I asked the group if anybody wanted to know something and Brotherman (Aaron) asked me to metion the group; however, I thought it might be better to mention this project first - as most of the musicians don't have copies of the music. Howecver, they all have memories. So, far, I have mentioned this Wiki to Gilles Malkine and Juma Sultan. Juma told me that he will check out the site and tell me what he can add to the entry. I will also mention this site to Rob Leonard and David Garrett when I write to them next week (as well as all other Festival veterans that I will interact with in the future). I am assuming that some of them may join as contributors.
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	I justed wanted to let you know so, you are not surprised if some of the actual musicians actually contribute directly to this site.		I justed wanted to let you know so, you are not surprised if some of the actual musicians actually contribute directly to this site.

-	Peace;	+	Peace; Jack

-	Jack	+	: This is great! I love to hear from original performers of Woodstock '69! But keep in mind that memories are not always true and especially details about events so long in the past may get confused over the time. As in the mailinglist we try to rely on hard facts, such as video and audio evidence rather than personal memories. However, I think every person has something interesting to tell. [[User:Hl 1001\|Markus]] 16:34, December 1, 2009 (UTC)

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		+	As I believe I have told you, I have been on a quest to obtain the autographs of as many living Woodstock performers as I can interact with. I often work with a partner which allows us to have someone take a picture with the person that I meet. Before I met with Juma Sultan, Gilles Malkine, and Steve Knight - I asked the group if anybody wanted to know something and Brotherman (Aaron) asked me to metion the group; however, I thought it might be better to mention this project first - as most of the musicians don't have copies of the music. Howecver, they all have memories. So, far, I have mentioned this Wiki to Gilles Malkine and Juma Sultan. Juma told me that he will check out the site and tell me what he can add to the entry. I will also mention this site to Rob Leonard and David Garrett when I write to them next week (as well as all other Festival veterans that I will interact with in the future). I am assuming that some of them may join as contributors.
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		+	I justed wanted to let you know so, you are not surprised if some of the actual musicians actually contribute directly to this site.
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Sha Na Na

Jlokensky — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:35:43 GMT

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-	As the movie shows the audience was left amazed with Sha Na Na's music. The people who were still at the festival site were waiting for the final act, [[Jimi Hendrix]]. Instead they were treated with some Rock & Roll dancing act. Rob Leonard<ref>Unpublished interview conducted by Jack Lokensky at a Starbucks coffee shop in Glen Cove, NY on November 22, 2009</ref> and David Garretty<ref>unpublished interview conducted by Jack Lokensky in the lobby of Mr. Garrett's New York City on November 22, 2009</ref> claimed that they were asked to play the Woodstock Festival based upon Jimi Hendrix's recommendation to the Woodstock producers after Mr. Hendrix saw Sha-Na-Na at Steve Paul's The Scene Club during the summer of 1969.	+	As the movie shows the audience was left amazed with Sha Na Na's music. The people who were still at the festival site were waiting for the final act, [[Jimi Hendrix]]. Instead they were treated with some Rock & Roll dancing act. Rob Leonard<ref>Unpublished interview conducted by Jack Lokensky at a Starbucks coffee shop in Glen Cove, NY on November 22, 2009</ref> and David Garrett<ref>unpublished interview conducted by Jack Lokensky in the lobby of Mr. Garrett's New York City on November 22, 2009</ref> claimed that they were asked to play the Woodstock Festival based upon Jimi Hendrix's recommendation to the Woodstock producers after Mr. Hendrix saw Sha-Na-Na at Steve Paul's The Scene Club during the summer of 1969.

	But Sha Na Na wasn't bad at all. In fact they were quite entertaining playing some old-fashioned Rock & Roll in the vein of Teen Pop and Doo Wop. At times they even break out with a short, fifties-style guitar solo for instance in the song "At the Hop". It's too bad that the Elvis Presley classic "Jailhouse Rock" isn't available.		But Sha Na Na wasn't bad at all. In fact they were quite entertaining playing some old-fashioned Rock & Roll in the vein of Teen Pop and Doo Wop. At times they even break out with a short, fifties-style guitar solo for instance in the song "At the Hop". It's too bad that the Elvis Presley classic "Jailhouse Rock" isn't available.

User blog:Jlokensky/Woodstock 24 - Putting the "Sha" in Sha-Na-Na (Elliot "Gino" Cahn - Rhythm Guitarist)

Jlokensky — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:33:09 GMT

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Sha-Na-Na was formed in 1969 at Columbia University as the Kingsmen, a choral group. Rather than sing the traditional choral fare, the groupd decided to sing doo-wop music from the 1950’s. Due to the popularity of a band from Portland, OR who sang “Louie, Louie”, the band changed their name from the Kingsmen to Sha-Na-Na (taken from the refrain of “Get a Job” by The Silhouettes). As I mentioned previously (See Woodstock #17 – Sha-Na-Na), I had met two of the original members of Sha-Na-Na in December of 2008; however, at Woodstock there were 12 people in the band.
As part of my research, I googled Sha-Na-Na and came across a Yahoo! group for Sha-Na-Na fans. The group consists of mostly women who talk about how cute each of the guys were/are; however, sometimes there is some good information posted. Back in June, I was surprised to see a request from Elliot “Gino” Cahn (Rhythm Guitarist from formation until 1973). He asked if anyone had any access to a copy of a television special entitled “Good Vibrations from London” which starred the Beach Boys and Sha-Na-Na, among others. While I don’t have a copy in my archives, I felt that this was a golden opportunity. I figured if I could do me a favor, he would do me a favor and autograph my poster. I replied to his e-mail, privately, and told him where he might be able to find a copy. I also asked him if he would sign my poster for me.
Elliot Cahn is interesting man. After he left Sha-Na-Na, he moved to the Bay Area and went back to school at the University of California at Berkely where he studied law. Eventually he married his love of music and his love of the law to be an attorney for such groups as Primus, The Offspring, and Rancid to name a few. He also served as Green Day’s first manager until they broke big with the “Dookie” album.
I sent out my poster to him and he very quickly signed it and returned it to me. This brought my poster total to 33.
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User blog:Jlokensky/Woodstock 23 - Bob Arkin (Arlo Guthrie's Bassist)

Jlokensky — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:32:06 GMT

Created page with 'Arlo Guthrie's performance at Woodstock is iconic. Michael Wadleigh used "Coming into Los Angeles" to show the drug use at the 1969 Woodstock Festival. You could hear how stoned …'

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Arlo Guthrie's performance at Woodstock is iconic. Michael Wadleigh used "Coming into Los Angeles" to show the drug use at the 1969 Woodstock Festival. You could hear how stoned he was when he told the crowd that the NY State Thruway was closed. However, Arlo had a terrific band with him. I already had the privilege of meeting Arlo (see Woodstock #3) and Arlo's drummer, Paul Motian (See Woodstock # 16 & Woodstock #16 Take 2). As Arlo' guitarist, John Pilla, died sometime during the 1990's, all that remains is bassist, Bob Arkin.

Bob Arkin is not as famous as his brother, actor Alan Arkin. Bob Arkin has never been a famous rock star. Bob Arkin is not a even a famous jazz star; however, he is a working jazz bassist in New York City. He is part of a backing band for an open mic afternoon every Sunday at Cleopatra's Needle in NYC. I decided to go on July 19, 2009.

For some reason, I was speaking to my friend, Stu, who needed a ride into the City. He decided to tag along. As it was a nice summer Sunday, Stu was looking to have lunch at a restaurant with outdoor seating. We walked about 20 blocks of Broadway on the Upper West Side and we did not find an outdoor café - So, we decided to eat at Cleopatra's Needle which serves Mediterranean food. I had falafel and Stu, I believe, had something Greek. As we dined, the band members slowly walked in and took to their instruments. There was a drummer, a pianist, and, of course, Bob Arkin on stand up bass.

The performance was like any other open mike, or even kareoke, night. People signed up and then came up to the stage when there name was called. Except most of the singers were in their seventies. I felt like I was at the recreation hall of some senior citizen housing unit and that a bingo game was going to break out any minute.

Some singers were better than others, but all sang jazz standards. After about an hour or so, the band took a break. I walked up to the performance area, as I progressed I took my poster from its protective tube. I reached the stage like area and standing there with his well worn black suit was Bob Arkin. I placed my poster on the piano and said, "Excuse me, Mr. Arkin?"
"Yes", he replied.
"May I please have your autograph?"
It was only he and I standing there. I was shocked when he said "no". The thud that my jaw made when it it the floor resounded around the 1/2 empty club that only had space for 100 people. As I crestfallenly replaced my poster in the tube and turned to walk away, Mr. Arkin said " sorry" almost as an afterthought. When I returned to the table, I saw Bob Arkin getting a drink from the bar and chatting and laughing with some people at the bar.

I was in a state of shock. Having finished our meal and paid the check some time ago, Stu and I left the club. I had never have anyone refuse an autograph request before - especially from someone who is accessible. I left the bar muttering that I should have offered him money, I should have tried to change his mind in someway. Still reeling from the rejection, Stu and I hung out a bit and then I went home.

Yes, Bob Arkin likes a drink. Bob Arkin was at Woodstock. Bob Arkin is not famous and Bob Arkin doesn't sign autographs.
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User blog:Jlokensky/Woodstock 20 (Take 2) - Edgar Winter

Jlokensky — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:30:56 GMT

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As part of my Woodstock quest, sometimes I have to make choices. With approximately 100 Woodstock musicians & former musicians left on the quest, sometimes more than one will be performing near me on the same night. July 16, 2009 was one of those occaissions. I had a choice of seeing John Sebastian, Mountain, and Creedence Clearwater Revisited (featuring Stu Cook and Doug "Cosmo" Clifford of Creedence Clearwater Revial at a free show at Asser Levy Park in Brooklyn's Coney Island or see Edgar Winter at a free show in Mohegan Sun's Wolf Den in Uncasville, CT. As the weather forecast called for thunder showers, I chose Edgar Winter.

Edgar Winter does sign autographs. I have seen them; however, when I made my attempts in March, I was in the wrong place at the wrong time and he did not sign for me. I hoped this time, I would be successful.

I made the 2 1/2 hour drive from my house to Uncasville, CT with my friend, Neal Golden. Neal is currently unemployed like me, so taking off in the middle of the afternoon to go to an Indian Casino is not difficult. Although, Neal is deaf; therefore, seeing the concert was not something he really wanted to do; however, there are other things to do at Mohegan Sun besides go to concerts - I heard there was also some gambling.

We walked around the tremendous, and quite beautiful, casino unti we stumbled upon the Wolf's Den which was a cicular area in the middle of the casino. From the stage to the back of the arena was maybe 100 to 150 ft. There was not a bad seat in the entire place; however, as it was a free show and you had to stand in line to be admitted. When I got there at 5:30, there was already a small line - so, I got on it. The show was at 8:00. After an hour, the line started to move and I was seated at a table with 5 other people, and my seat happened to be front row center (not too shabby). The guy who was seated across from me had been to numerous shows at Mohegan Sun and was also trying to obtain an autograph; therefore, I souht his help because I figured that he knew how to obtain an autograph at the venue.

The show started and it was the same show that I saw in March, except the song "New Orleans" was not played. Here's the full set list:

Rebel Road
Eye on You
Turn On Your Love Light
Texas
Texas Tornado
Frankenstein
The Power of Positive Drinkin’
Tobacco Road (with bits of Cream's "Sunshine of Your Love", "Kashmir", and the Isley Brothers's "Shout")
Free Ride

At least, I had the forethought to bring my camera this time because due to my seat, I was able to get some great shots.

My new friend told me that after the show most bands sell CDs and T-shirts and will sign at their merchandise booth. Based upon my experience in March, I knew that Edgar Winter didn't sell any merchandise. So, after the show people gathered around the stage. Some people gathered towards stage right and others were gathered stage left. We waited and waited until we were the last ones there and were asked to leave. We hung outside the small gate of the arena watching load out. We caught the attention of one of Edgar Winter's stage crew and asked him to check if Edgar would sign our stuff. While we were waiting, two security guards came over and told us that some stuff from the stage right area had already been brought to Mr. Winter to sign and he would not be signing anymore. A few moments later, the stage hand returned and told us that Edgar had left the building. So, apparently Edgar Winter signs autographs; however, he has yet to sign for me.
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User blog:Jlokensky/Woodstock22 - The WoodstockMovie or 3/5 of Santana in 10 Minutes.

Jlokensky — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:27:10 GMT

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2009 is the 40th Anniversary of the Woodstock Music and Arts Festival. As such, all kinds of special events, have been planned. One such event was a screening in New York of the Director's Cut of the Academy Award winning documentary "Woodstock". The movie had been restored prior to its June 9, 2009 release on Blu-Ray and DVD. The screening of the restored version took place on June 3, 2009 at the Walter Reade Theatre in Lincoln Center. When I saw the add for the screening, it announced that the film's director, Michael Wadleigh, would be attending along with one of the Festival's organizers, Michael Lang, along with other special guests. For me, Michael Lang's attendance was worth the price of admission, as his was an autograph that I desired. It was later revealed that the special guests would include: Michael Wadleigh (the film's director), Michael Lang (one of the Festival's producers), Joel Rosenman (another of the festival's producers), Artie Kornfeld (yet another producer), Jocko Marcellino (drummer for Sha-Na-Na), Tom Constanten (keyboardist for the Grateful Dead), Gregg Rolie (vocalist and keyboardist for Santana), Michael Carabello (Conga player for Santana), Michael Shrieve (drummer for Santana), Stu Cook (bassist for Creedence Clearwater Revival), Eddie Kramer (recording engineer). and some of the other people that worked on the film, whose names I didn't know.

Back in March, the South by Southwest Festival held a Woodstock panel that included Michael Lang, Stu Cook, Jocko Marcellino, Gregg Rolie, Michael Shrieve, and Wavy Gravy (an MC at Woodstock as well as a member of the Hog Farm who provided security at Woodstock) as panelists. Also, a Stevie Ray Vaughn Panel was held and Tommy Shannon (Steve Ray Vaughn’s bassist and Johhny Winter’s bassist at Woodstock). I desperately wanted to go in order to add signatures to my poster, but was unable to. In lieu of that, I tried to find someone who was going to SXSW, as the festival is commonly known, and would be kind enough to obtain the autographs for me. That didn't happen either. Needless to say, I was disappointed that I missed that opportunity to meet so many of the people that I am seeking. However, good things come to those who wait.

As stated previously, for me, Michael Lang was alone worth the price of admission; therefore, I bought my $25 ticket as soon as I heard about the screening. When I found out about the rest of the panel, I was elated. I now had the opportunity to make up for the missed opportunity in Texas and I already had a ticket for it.

On the afternoon of June 3, I drove my car to Tarrytown, NY to take the train into the City. The rain seemed apropos, as I was going to see "Woodstock". All I needed was some mud and some green acid for the total experience. The train arrived in Grand Central Terminal earlier than I expected. Therefore, despite the rain, I decided to walk to Lincoln Center. As I walked across Manhattan, I passed 48th Street between 5th and 6th Avenues, where all the musical instrument stores are located, and was extremely disturbed to see a sign in the window of Manny's Music stating that the store was closing forever. The shock of those words saddened me, more than I can express. Manny's Music was an iconic store where every, and I mean every, musician shopped. I remember walking in there in the 1980's when I dreamed of being a musician and looking at all the signed publicity pictures that lined the walls, everybody from Lois Armstrong to The Who, and beyond. I never bought anything there and my dreams have long since been dashed; however, the melancholy enveloped me.

I still trudged onward across a rain soaked Manhattan until I reached Lincoln Center. I found the Walter Reade Theater, retrieved my ticket from the box office and entered. I did not see any of the guests of honor; however, I did see two rows of seats that were marked as reserved. I found a seat directly behind the 2nd row of reserved seating. It was a reasonably small theatre, probably only 1,000 capacity.

A representative from the Walter Reade Theater came out and introduced the evening and the special guests and they each walked out and waved. Along with the people named above, some of the technical people who worked on the film were also there. All the special guests then took their seats. Director Michael Wadleigh's family sat directly in front me - I was delighted as the lights dimmed and the clacking of the projector sounded.

I wasn't quite sure how to approach each of the guests for an autograph. I didn't see any opportunity for a formal meet and greet - so, I figured that I would wing it. Any way, while the movie was playing, I didn't have a prayer or did I? After Richie Havens sang "Freedom", I saw
Michael Wadleigh get up and leave the theater, I assumed to go to the bathroom; so, I figured that it would be a good time to go too. I grabbed my poster and my bag of goodies (I brought a copy of the Woodstock soundtrack LP, the Woodstock soundtrack CD, the Woodstock II cd, the Woodstock DVD, and an 11x14 picture of the Woodstock poster that I bought at an autograph auction) and made my way to the bathroom.

I do not believe that I am homophobic; however, when I am standing at a urinal and holding myself in my hands, I am uncomfortable talking to other men. Therefore, I don't do it. When I'm at the sink, washing my hands - I'll talk to anyone all day long, but when I am at the urinal - I'm silent. I walked in to the bathroom that contained only two steel urinals. Michael Wadleigh stood at one and as I approached the other, he turned to me and asked " How ya doing?”
I didn't want to be rude to the man; however, I didn't wish to provide a response that would prolong the conversation. So, I replied "I'm enjoying your movie". Hoping in my my mind that that was that, I was surprised when all of a sudden I heard.
"Isn't Richie amazing?” Michael Wadleigh continued. "He's such a powerful performer that he was able to transfix a half million people and he's still that way today".
Conversation was not something I could avoid at this point, so, I sucked it up. "I know. I've seen him."
"Recently?"
"About a year ago".
"And what gets me is that he doesn't age. Me? I look like an old man, but Richie Havens still looks like he did in the movie." Mr. Wadleigh said as he zipped up and started to wash his hands. "Richie Havens still looks good.”

So now I was not just engaged in a conversation with another male while I was urinating, but now I was engaged in a conversation about how good looking another male is. With that, Mr. Wadleigh
left. After I finished answering nature's call, I washed my hands and looked for Mr. Wadleigh - but he was gone.

I re-entered the theatre and sat down to watch the rest of the film. After Sha-Na-Na's performance, I noticed that Jocko got up and left the theatre which was dissapointing. Although, I had already obtained John "Jocko" Marcellino's autograph, he was wearing civilian clothing. He did not have his hair greased back. He wasn't wearing a bowling shirt. He looked like an average guy - it would have been a cool photo op.

The film continued until "Inter -fucking-mission" at which point the house lights came up and an announcement was made that there would be a 15 minute intermission. I wasn't sure who else had left and I wasn't sure how many people would be competing for the attention of the special guests. So, I just sprung into action without really thinking. I grabbed my poster and just ran without my bag of other stuff to be signed and without my camera. I walked towards the stairs at the end of my row, then down towards the lengthwise aisle that divides the theatre.

As I walk down the aisle, I came across was Stu Cook, the bassist for Creedence Clearwater Revival, who now plays bass for Creedence Clearwater Revisited, a band which original Creedence drummer Doug "Cosmo" Clifford is also a part of travels country playing the old CCR hits. Mr. Cook was still in his seat chatting with his family and a few other people. I politely asked him for his autograph and he said "sure". I handed him my poster and a blue Sharpie pen. He asked me if I had a Sharpie (meaning the marker) because that's how he likes to sign. I searched my pockets and found a red Sharpie marker which I handed him hesitantly (as much of the poster is red, I really can't have a lot of people signing in red pen). However, he signed on the green guitar head and wrote "CCR" under his name. Nice!

Standing a few feet away from where Mr. Cook and his family were seated stood Mr. & Mrs. Joel Rosenman. Joel Rosenman was one of the four members of Woodstock Ventures, Inc. (the company that conceived and produced the 1969 Woodstock Festival). He, along with his friend John Roberts were one of the "two young men with unlimited capital" who put up all the money for the 1st Woodstock. He also agreed to sign my poster which I handed to him along with the red Sharpie marker which was in my hand. After signing my poster on the white dove, Mr. Rosenman commented on my shirt (I was wearing a black polo shirt with a logo for The Princeton Review embroidered on the left breast). "The Princeton Review, huh". he said.
"Yea, I work for them as an instructor, mostly a tutor, preparing high school students for college entrance exams. I've been doing it for 13 years on nights and weekends. Although, until recently, I worked in financial services as my day job (which I wanted to get in because I know that he runs a venture capital firm and he might need hire someone). I replied.
He told me that a friend of his invented a calculator that if someone inputs the estimated answer, the correct answer would come up. He then asked me what I thought about it. This blew my mind - someone that I asked for an autograph was asking me for my opinion on something. I gave him a preview of some Princeton Review techniques as a demonstration why that invention wouldn't work for SAT preparation.. He thanked me, we shook hands, and I looked for my next target.

I turned to towards the exit to the lobby and standing there was Gregg Rolie, founding member, keyboardist, and vocalist for both Santana and Journey (yes, he was there before Steve Perry) looking every bit like a rockstar (most of the guests were wearing suits others slacks and sport jackets, some with and some without ties) wearing a black button down shirt and a pair of slacks. I looked into his leonine like face with the long blondish hair and the golden beard and asked him to sign my poster with the red Sharpie still in my hand. He started to sign, but realized that he was writing red on red and signed on the white border. For a smart guy, I don't always think. I had a blue Sharpie Pen in my pocket; however, after Stu Cook told me that he preferred Sharpie markers - I made the generalization that everybody preferred Sharpie markers. I thanked Mr. Rolie then walked into the lobby in search of either Michael Lang or Michael Carabello.

I didn't see anyone in the lobby; but, on the other side of the lobby were a set of open doors that revealed a big white room with black curtains (no station, though) with art hanging on the wall and people milling about. I walked inside and saw Michael Carabello dressed in a blue sportcoat, a blue and white striped dress shirt and charcoal slacks. His hair was close cropped and processed to make his hair more like Billy Dee Williams rather than the towering 'fro he wore in the movie "Woodstock" , one of te former conga players for Santana, talking with a small group of people. I pulled my poster out of its protective tubing which I wear like an archer wears a quiver. When there was a break in the conversation, I politely asked. "Excuse me Mr. Carabello, would you please sign an autgraph for me?"
To which he replied, "Sure. I handed him the poster and the red Sharpie. He surveyed it for a moment and I briefly explained to him and his group about my quest.Mr. Carabello said that it looked like I got a lot of signatures on there already. He signed on the white dove under Billy Cox (Jimi Hendrix's bassist) adding "Santana" under his name. Very cool.

I perused the room for some of the other guests, apaarently Michael Lang left. I saw Tom Constanten (former keyboardist for the Grateful Dead) talking to some fans and autographing items. As my friend Gary already obtained his autograph for me, I passed him by.

I wasn't sure how much time had elapsed and I wasn't sure how long the inter-fucking-mission was going to go on for. So, I figured that I should return to my seat. As I returned a woman asked me about my poster. I told her the story and identified the signatures for her. I then returned to my seat and saw the rest of my items. Again, not sure how long the intermission was going to last, I didn't think to make the rounds again (which I should have done with my camera), I also should have asked Gregg Rolie about José "Chepito" Areas, another one of Santana's percussionists that played the 1969 Woodstock Festival. Gregg has started the Gregg Rollie Band with Michael Carabello and Adrian Areas (Chepito's son) so, Mr. Rolie would know about his former bandmate. I need to know where to contact him in order to obtain his signature.

What I did do, though was ask Micheal Wasleigh to autograph the copy of the Director's Cut DVD that I brought with the blue Sharpie pen. Also, Michael Shrieve (Santana's drummer) arrived and briefly addressed the crowd. After he left the podium, he was standing in an aisle. I approached him and asked him for his autograph. Unfortunately, I was back to the red Sharpie as within 5 minutes, I managed to mislay the blue pen. He graciously signed on the dove for me. T paraphrase the title of a Jefferson Airplane song, I got 3/5 of Santana in ten minutes. I was a very happy man. I took my seat as the house lights dimmed and the movie continued. Santana's " Soul Sacrifice" came on shortly after the movie re-started and the crowd jammed. After Michael Shrieve's drum solo the crowd applauded, possibly because he was sitting there or possibly because it is one of the best drum solos of all time. After the song eneded, I yelled for an encore. I got a couple of laughs as the movie continued. People started trickling out of the theatre while the rest of the movie played as the hour was getting late. Sly Stone's performance was another highlight as were Janis Joplin's and Jimi Hendrix's. All three got a big reaction from the crowd. After Jimi played "The Star Spangled Banner" most of the guests left the theater. I walked out with everyone else at the end of the movie. My friend Gary had asked me to get him a program signed by Stu Cook and the three former members of Santana. There were no programs available, so, on my way out when I ran into Michael Carabello again, I asked him to sign a copy of the newly remastered and released Woodstock Movie Soundtrack CD which he did. With that I walked out into the rainy New York City night with the feeling that I had just been at the Woodstock Festival and had added 5 signatures to my poster.

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User blog:Jlokensky/Woodstock 21 - Jefferson Airplane Full Flight

Jlokensky — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:24:52 GMT

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After the missed opportunities of Edgar Winter, I was anxious to add another signature to my poster. Through my rigorous searching of artists touring schedules, I noticed that Paul Kantner, formerly of Jefferson Airplane and Jefferson Starship, who tours in a reconstituted version of Jefferson Starship, would be playing on a Saturday night (April 18, 2009) in Huntington, NY at the Inter-Media Arts Center (IMAC) out on Long Island.

I had already obtained Grace Slick's autograph (when I purchased the poster), Marty Balin's autograph ( see Summer of Love blogs in August of 2007), Jorma Kaukonen's autograph (see Woodstock # 9 in December of 2007) and Jack Casady's autograph (also, see Woodstock #9 in December of 2007). Spencer Dryden, Jefferson Airplane's drummer died in 2005 and keyboardist Nicky Hopkins, normally a session player - joined the Jefferson Airplane for their appearance at Woodstock, died in 1994; therefore, Paul Kantner would complete the Airplane on my poster.

I contacted my friend, Mike, who lives near Huntington who agreed to go to the show with me. I used to work with Mike and we became good fiends. However, we don't see each other that often. So, not only was I excited for the opportunity to meet Paul Kantner, I was also excited to spend some time with Mike.

This tour was not the typical Jefferson Starship tour. The band was joined by Bluegrass Mandolin player, David Grisman. Therefore, in addition to playing songs from the Jefferson Airplane / Jefferson Starship cannon, the band also played some of the songs that Dave Grisman played on (including Dave Grisman's work with he Grateful Dead). Also, the band was touring in support of the recently released "Jefferson's Tree of Liberty" album which was the first album of new material released by Jefferson Starship this millenium. The band was scheduled to play two sets that night. Mike and I went went to the earlier show.

The band plays in several different line-ups, depending upon which musicians are available at any given time. The line-up that I saw consisted of : Paul Kantner on guitar and vocals, Cathy Richardson on lead vocals, David Freiberg on guitar and vocals, Slick Aguilar on lead guitar, Chris Smith on keyboards, Donny Baldwin on drums, and Dave Grisman on mandolin. The concert was different than most concerts that I've seen in that not every musician played every song. For example, Dave Grisman didn't join the band until the third song and Paul Kantner left the stage for two songs in the middle of the set.. Highlights of the set included "Fly" which is from one of Cathy Richardson's solo records which she combined with Judy Garland's signature song "Over the Rainow". Also, the Grateful Dead's " Friend of the Devil" was a pleasant surprise; although, it was a great spotlight for Dave Grisman's mandolin. Also, "Frenario" from the new album was terrific. The last song of the set (before the encore) started as a cover of U2's "Pride (In the Name of Love)" before the band launched into "Somebody to Love". Her's the full set list:

When the Earth Moves Again
Hyperdrive
Shady Grove with Dave Grisman
Lather
Chimes of Freedom
Get Together
Mill Valley Waltz/Pigeon Roost
Fly/Over The Rainbow
Friend of the Devil
Frenario
Wooden Ships
Pride (In the Name of Love)/Somebody to Love

Bluegrass at the Beach
Redemption Song/Imagine Medley

After the show, Cathy Richarson was selling CD's and signing autograph's. After I bought one of her CD's, which she signed for me, I showed her my Woodstock poster and asked her if there was any way that I could get Paul Kantner to sign it. She told me to hang out. After she finished sellung CD's, she brought Mike and me backstage to the dressing rooms. She knocked on Paul's door and asked him if he would sign an autograph for her friend, Jack. I was elated . He agreed to and signed my poster. Mike and I thanked him and thanked Cathy and we left. Not only am I fan of Jefferson Airplane/Jefferson Starship, I'm now a fan of Cathy Richardson. New poster total = 26.
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User blog:Jlokensky/Woodstock 20 - Winter in the Spring

Jlokensky — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:22:19 GMT

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It had been several weeks since my last quest. So, the itch was back. It may seem strange to some; however, since I started this quest, I feel the need to obtain a signature every couple of weeks. If I don't, nothing bad happens - I just miss it.

In order to scratch that particular itch, on March 27, 2009, I headed to the Poconos to see Edgar Winter and Johnny Winter. The two albino brothers from Texas do not often play together; therefore, I considered it a rare treat. Although, I really wasn't familiar with either brothers music except for "Frankenstein" and "Free Ride", which were both by the Edgar Winter Group. But I am open to new musical experiences.

Have you ever thought someplace was closer than it actually was? I knew that the venue was in Pennsylvania when I bought the tickets. However, I thought that it was only an hour to an hour and a half away. Two and a half hours after I left my house, I arrived at the venue. While I was driving on Route 80, just past the Deleaware Water Gap, I saw signs for the Pennsylvania town, Scotrun which, of course I read as "Scrotum" and was quite amused. This almost made the Two and a half hour trip worthwhile.

Penn's Peak is a magnificient wooden structure in the middle of no place. When I walked in, the décor reminded me of an Old West Saloon, except modernized. The hall, about the size of a high school gymnasium, has a stage at one end and a bar at the other end. Folding Chairs were placed in the middle. I took a seat and awaited the performance.

I wasn't sure if the two were going to play together or each one was going to play independently. So, all I could do was sit and wait.

The mystery was solved when Edgar Winter came on first. He and his band put on a great show – he is a great entertainer. He sings. He plays percussion. He plays keyboards. He plays the saxophone. He also has a great band: Doug Rappaport on guitar; Jason Carpenter on drums, and KoKo Powell on bass. Each member had a featured solo. During "Frankenstein" he put a guitar strap on a full 88 key synthesizer and played while it was strapped around his neck. Here's Edgar Winter's set list.

Rebel Road
Eye on You
Turn On Your Love LightShine
Texas
New Orleans
Texas Tornado
Frankenstein
The Power of Positive Drinkin’
Tobacco Road (with bits of Cream's "Sunshine of Your Love" and the Isley Brothers's "Shout")
Free Ride

During the break, Edgar's guitarist, Doug Rapapport, came out to sign autographs. He told me that Edgar was going to play with Johnny; however, he didn't mention for how long.

Johnny and his band came out next. They played Johnny's signature brand of Texas blues (think ZZ Top at their bluesiest, but harder, faster, and edgier). Edgar came out and joined Johnny about 3 or 4 songs into the set for a song off of Second Winter, then left the stage. I had hoped that Edgar would join Johnny for the encore; however, this was not to be. I should have left as soon as Edgar came on stage; howver, never having seen Johnny play - I wanted to see the concert. I'm glad that stayed, though. Johnny Winter is amazing guitarist and blues singer. He was backed by a bassist, a drummer, and a second guitarist, who only played part of the show. Edgar was kind enough to announce his songs, Johnny was not. Therefore, I don’t know what he played. All I know is that his set included:”Black Cat Bone”, the Bobby Womack/Rolling Stones classic “It’s All Over Now”, and he closed with Dylan’s “Highway 61 Revisited”. It was a great show. As I walked out, I saw about a half dozen folks standing by the stage door all with items signed by Edgar Winter. I kicked myself and drove off into the night.

The next night, the tour hit Morristown, NJ (which is about an hour from my house). I drove down there hoping to catch Edgar; however, I was not familiar with the arena and stood by the wrong stage door. I didn’t figure it out until after Edgar left the building. I already had Johnny sign my poster so, I didn’t stay for him; however, I could have gotten him twice – I’ll just have to get Edgar another time.
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User blog:Jlokensky/Woodstock 19 - Muruga Booker (Tim Hardin's Drummer).

Jlokensky — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:20:15 GMT

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As part of my quest, I try to keep track of the musicans who played Woodstock that come to the New York area in order to add more signatures to my poster. In todays day and age, a number of the artists have web sites and some have mailing lists. It is through a mailing list that I found out that Muruga Booker would be in Brooklyn, NY on Friday February 20, 2009.

Now, the question is who is Muruga Booker? Muruga Booker was born Steven Bookvich in Detroit, Michigan on December 27, 1942. For professional reasons, he changed his name to Steve Booker and established a name for himself as a drummer in the Detroit area. He was then hired by folk singer Tim Hardin, who is best remembered as the songwriter to the oft-covered If I Were a Carpenterand Reason to Believe, a song Rod Stewart made popular.

Playing the Woodstock Festival was a life changing event for many of the performers, especially Steve Booker. It was at Woodstock where Mr. Booker met Swami Satchidananda, an Indian Spritual leader who was invited to be the opening speaker to the 1969 Woodstock Festival. The Swami gave him the name, Muruga. After the festival, Muruga studied under Swami Satchidananda and the two then colloborated on an album. After Woodstock, Muruga Booker continued to work as a drummer eventually becoming a member of George Clintons P-Funk All Stars, with whom he still occaisionally performs. As a testament to his diversity, he has also recorded with Merl Saunders and Jerry Garcia. I only cared that he played at Woodstock, though; and that is why I signed up for his mailing list.

He was playing at a showcase thrown by his record company, Qbico Records, at the Issue Project Room, located in a 3rd floor loft in the Old American Company in the Park Slope section of Brooklyn, NY. Before heading to the venue, I had dinner at the Chip Shop (http://www.chipshopnyc.com/), a restaurant that I had seen on the Travel Channel. Aside from its mission to provide authentic British Fish and Chips, it is famous for its willingness to fry anything, including pizza, macaroni & cheese, Twinkies, and chocolate bars. The Fish and Chips were quite tasty. I had to try the deep fried Twinkie, as the dish was invented here. The batter dipped, fried Twinkie was served with powdered sugar and a raberry sauce. Definittely worth trying!

Sated, I ventured to the venue. As I memtioned, the Issue Project Room was located in a 3rd Floor Loft in an old factory. There was no stage, just some chairs and a performance space. There was a sparse crowd of approximately 50-100 people. As I wandered in to find my seat, a dark man wearing a dark robe and a dark hat said hello. I found out a little later that this was Muruga Booker; however, in New York City, strangers do not usually say hello so, this made me a little uncomfortable. The first band, Direct Current, took the stage and played a little over 45 minutes. After their set, I approached Mr. Booker and asked for his autograph. He appeared thrilled to be asked and when I pulled out my poster, he got excited. He told me that when he played Woodstock he backed Tim Hardin (which I knew) and he was known as Steve Booker, then he met the Swami and he went by the name Muruga. He then said he is presently known as Father Steven (He is presently a Greek Orthodox Priest). He signed my poster as all three. He then blessed me. The person that he was sitting next to, which I found out later was jazz clarinetist, Perry Robinson, suggested that we take a picture. Muruga handed his camera to his daughter, Ravi who he introduced me to who took our picture with both my camera and his camera. I thanked him and he was then summoned to perform.

He began by playing a drum that resembled a djembe which I later found out was the Nada drum, a drum that Muruga invented. Perry Robinson played Clarinet and Murugas wife, Shakti Bookvich, played keyboards. Muruga played a variety of percussion instruments and then moved behind a traditional drum kit. The three of them played for a while before taking a break. He introduced tabla player, Badal Roy (who has played with Miles Davis and Ornette Coleman), who played while the others went to an area behind the performance area. After a spell, Muruga and Perry Robinson returned to the stage to play another set along with Badal Roy. A man from the crowd walked onstage to join them, who turned out to be Richie Shakin Nagan, a percussionist who has played with Muruga and Parliament Funkadelic, who played various hand percussion instruments that rattled.

They played for about two hours. I had no idea what they played; however, I enjoyed it immensely. Muruga is a powerful, rhythmic, and mesmerizing drummer. Two other acts were on the bill, The Acid Birds and saxophonist Arthur Doyle; however, it was late and I had an early morning so I left having had my mind opened and thrilled to have met such a unique and nice man!

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User blog:Jlokensky/Woodstock Quest 18 – First there was Blood, Now I’m Starting to Sweat (Lew Soloff of Blood, Sweat & Tears)

Jlokensky — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:17:53 GMT

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As previously stated, I’m not a huge fan of Jazz. Although, I know that when Jazz musicians play popular music, they excel at it (i.e., The Funk Brothers – Motown’s House Band). Still, I prefer a melody that I can sing along to. However, Blood, Sweat, & Tears (“BS&T”) was one of the pioneers of Jazz Rock; therefore, a number of its members, especially the horn section, played, and continue to play, Jazz. Lew Soloff, a trumpeter, was a member of Blood, Sweat & Tears, a band best remembered for the hit singles “Spinning Wheel” and “You’ve Made Me So Very Happy”, from 1968-1973.
In 1969, BS&T had released their second album which featured the aforementioned songs. “Spinning Wheel “ (which features Mr. Soloff’s trumpet) reached as high as #2 on the Billboard charts during the summer of ’69 (a time when Bryan Adams was only nine years old) making BS&T one of the biggest bands in America at the time and having them play Woodstock was a major coup. Unfortunately due to their status at the time, they declined to be filmed and; therefore, were not part of Michael Wadleigh’s film. Other career missteps also led to the band’s commercial decline in the early 1970’s which is possibly why the band is not as well known as the band, Chicago.

An attendee of the Julliard School of Music, he cut his teeth with Maynard Ferguson, Joe Henderson, Tito Puente, and Gil Evans during the mid 1960’s before joining Blood, Sweat & Tears. After he left the band, he returned to the world of Jazz becoming a founder of the Manhattan Jazz Quintet and performing session and soundtrack work (You can hear his Flugelhorn on Elvis Costello & Burt Bacharach’s “God Give Me Strength” for example). As he is based in New York City, he has played a number of gigs in the area; however, the opportunity that I had on February 15, 2009 was a unique one. He was playing with his trio at the Middle Collegiate Church as part of their “Jazz on High” series, which mixes non-denominational prayer with Jazz. The second best part was that it was free.

The Lew Soloff Trio was featured this night. Accompanying, Mr. Soloff was David Kikoski on piano and Francois Moutin on acoustic bass. I sat in the second pew and was within five feet of the performers (unfortunately, I forgot my camera). They played three numbers and each was separated by a short sermon from Associate Minister, Adriene Thorne. I did not know the first number; however, Mr. Soloff announced that the second number was “Old Devil Moon” and the show concluded with a version of “My Funny Valentine”. Of course, all three songs were deconstructed and featured the talents of all three musicians. Mr. Moutin was very impressive and treated his stand-up bass as a lead instrument, in a manner similar to how the late-great John Entwistle played with The Who; if Mr. Entwistle played Jazz. Mr. Soloff delighted the audience with his impressive wind and dizzying high notes.
My seat gave me a unique vantage point. I was right in front of Mr. Soloff. While he played "My Funny Valentine", it was apparent that Mr. Soloff was suffering from a stuffed nose. Whenever he took a breath, he sniffled. I don't know that others could hear it. Finally, he walked offstage and blew his personal horn while Mr. Moutin played lead on the bass violin, which actually became wet with Mr. Moutin's sweat.

Not many people were in attendance and it became apparent that most people in attendance were either friends or family members of the performers. After the show, while I was waiting for Mr. Soloff to autograph my poster, I overheard Mr. Soloff introducing a man wearing a Cosby sweater to the pastor as a childhood friend that found him on Facebook (Like Savior Faire, Facebook is everywhere). When I showed Mr. Soloff my poster, he asked me if it was an original one and I replied that it was a second printing. I told him that I was trying to obtain as many living performers as possible. He told the others around us, somewhat proudly, that he was there. He signed my poster and told me that once when he was playing in Brewster, NY, two men approached him with a similar quest that had driven up from Georgia just to see him. He kiddingly refused their request before signing whatever they wanted. I liked him. I also had him sign the program which I had also gotten Messrs. Kikoski and Moutin.

25 signatures down. Approximately, 79 to go.

To date, I have:
2 of 3 living who played with Arlo Guthrie
0 of 3 living of The Band
1 of 1 living who played with Bert Sommer
4 of 9 who played with Blood, Sweat, and tears
0 of 3 living of Canned Heat
1 of 4 or 5 living members of Country Joe & the Fish
0 of 3 living of Creedence Clearwater Revival
0 of 5 or 6 living of Crosby, Stills, & Nash (and Young)
2 of 5 living of The Grateful Dead
1 of 3 living who played with Jim Hendrix’s Gypsy Sun and Rainbows
1 of 4 living of The Keef Hartley Band
0 of 3 or 4 living of The Incredible String Band
0 of 5 or 6 living of Janis Joplin and the Full Tilt Boogie Band
4 of 5 living of Jefferson airplane
0 of 1, 2, or possibly 3 living who played with Joan Baez
1 of 3, 4, 5, or possibly 6 living of Joe Cocker and the Grease Band
John Sebastian (he played solo)
1 of 3 living who played with Johnny Winter
Melanie (she played solo)
1 of 3 living of Mountain
0 of 5, 6, or possibly 7 living of The Paul Butterfield Blues Band
Arnold Skolnick – Poster Designer
0 of 3 living Festival Producers
0 of 3, 4, or possibly 5 living members of Quill
0 of 1, or possibly 2, living who played with Ravi Shankar
1 of 2, or possibly 3, living who played with Richie Havens
0 of 5 living of Santana
2 of 12 of Sha-Na-Na
0 of 7, or possibly 8, of Sly & the Family Stone
0 of 3 stage announcers
0 of 4 living members of Sweetwater
0 of 4 members of Ten Years After
0 of 5 living who played with Tim Hardin
0 of 2 living of The Who
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User blog:Jlokensky/Woodstock 16 - Paul Motian (Arlo Guthrie's Drummer) Take 2

Jlokensky — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:15:49 GMT

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I'm not a huge fan of Jazz. I appreciate the musicianship; but, appreciate a melody more. Yes, I have seen and enjoyed the likes of Miles Davis, Maynard Ferguson, Stanley Jordan, Maynard Ferguson, Wynton Marsalis, Freddie Hubbard, Herbie Hancock (although, it was on the "Rock It" tour so, it was more hip hop than jazz), Tower of Power, Les Paul and, did I mention Maynard Ferguson (I like Maynard Ferguson and saw him thrice in concert). I also caught Miles a 2nd time. Additionally, one of my favorite albums is "Time Out" by the Dave Brubeck Quartet. However, at the base of all the above mentioned artists is a song with a melody as the basis for any improvisation.

When I saw the Paul Motian Trio 2000 +2 a few weeks ago at the Village Vanguard, I appreciated the musicianship, but found the jazz a little too avant-garde for my tastes. However, Paul Motian is 77 years old and my quest is my quest. I discovered that he would be playing the Blue Note in Greenwich Village with Ron Carter on bass and Bill Frisell on guitar. I had heard of Ron Carter and own a CD of Mr. Frisell's ("The Sweetest Punch: The New Songs of Burt Bacharach and Elvis Costello arranged by Bill Frisell" which is a jazz version of another of my favorite records, "Painted by Memory" the Burt Bacharach and Elvis Costello collaboration) which I like. Therefore, was somewhat hopeful that I would enjoy this show more.

After work, I ventured into The Village (yes, Greenwich Village, but is there really another one?). It was cold, crisp New York night, but I love spending time in NYC. As I walked, I passed the corner of 4th and Broadway and shed a tear for the former site of Tower Records. I quickly dabbed the tear before it froze to my cheek and continued on feeling positively 4th Street. I passed Washington Square Park, made a left on 5th and a right onto West 3rd. About a block away from the Blue Note, I spotted Peanut Butter & Co., a restaurant that I had seen profiled on the Food Network. I had “The Elvis” in honor of what would have been The King’s 74th birthday the day before. It was a tasty sandwich.

Sated in hunger, it was time to check out the show. The Blue Note is a long narrow club with a small stage off to one side. The décor of the club reminded me of a cruise ship. A deep royal blue accented with mirrors to give the appearance of size. The small tables were packed tightly together. I was required to check my coat because if I put it on the back of my chair, I would be blocking the aisle. I wanted to bring laptop bag with me to my table; however, there wasn’t sufficient room. I left my camera in the bag; therefore, I didn’t take any pictures. I did take my poster with me, though and kept it between my legs. I was seated at a long table with seven other people, who all sat thisclose to each other. My seat which was 2nd row center was a little too close to the stage. The next time I go, I will sit a little further back in order to see the whole stage at once.

Paul Motian is an influential jazz drummer who is not a strict time keeper. He has played with Bill Evans, Keith Jarrett, Thelonius Monk, among others. My reason for going, of course, was that he played with Arlo Guthrie at the Woodstock Festival. Ron Carter plays a double bass and is famous for playing with Miles Davis during the 1960’s as well as being a studio musician. Bill Frisell is an accomplished guitarist who has been playing with Paul Motian since 1981and has played with numerous others, including, Elvis Costello, Ginger Baker, David Sanborn, and Marianne Faithful. The trio recorded an album in 2006 which they were supporting; although, I hadn’t heard it prior to the concert. They started with a deconstructed version of “You Are My Sunshine” which was the only tune that I recognized during their 75 minute set. Of course, it was avant-garde; however, it wasn’t bad. I might have to listen to their album to make a better determination.

After the show, I took my poster to the 2nd floor of the club where the kitchen, rest rooms, and the band dressing room were located. There were a couple of other autograph seekers there and an intermediary was handling the requests. She brought my poster into Mr. Motian and he signed it for me. I also caught Ron Carter in the hall and he signed a program for me. But, the big news is that I finally obtained Paul Motian’s autograph. That’s 24 down and 80 more to go. Stay tuned.

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User blog:Jlokensky/Woodstock 17 - Sha-Na-Na

Jlokensky — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:13:03 GMT

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Like, I imagine, most people who grew up in the Seventies, I became aware of Sha-Na-Na through their syndicated television show. Either that or their appearance in the movie "Grease". However, unlike, I imagine, most people I am aware that they still tour (actually, I only became aware of that when I started to research the bands that played Woodstock).

After missing several opportunities to catch them in the past year, I found out that they would be playing 4 special holiday shows to kick off their 40th anniversary where it all started in New York City.

They played at the Times Square Arts Center, which opened in the space that The Laugh Factory comedy club used to occupy near the Port Authority Bus Terminal. As I work in Midtown Manhattan, it was easy enough to catch them. So, on a cold, rainy, miserable New York night in December, I went to see Sha-Na-Na.

The club has room for 300 people: however, the place was only 1/3 full. That didn't stop the band, though. They played full of enthusiasm. Although, only three of the members from the classic line-up remain (Donny, Jocko, & Screamin' Scott), it brought me right back to watching their show on WOR.

As previously mentioned, only three familiar names are with the band; however, there are additional musicians. Reggie Batisse is featured on Baritone/Bass vocals. Also in the current touring band is Jim Waldbillig (bass guitar, vocals), Gene Jaramillo (guitar, vocals), Paul Kimbarow (drums, vocals), and Michael Brown (saxophone). During the show, members of the band rotated on and off stage. For example, Paul Kimbarow and Jocko Marcellino traded places on the drums and those who weren't singing on a particular song. However, given that they were playing two sets a night and the stage was small - it was understandable.

Despite this, the members of the band are consummate entertainers. They fully engage the audience. They pull people out of the crowd to perform with them on stage. For example, there were 3 or 4 people doing the Hokey Pokey with the band on the stage. During "Save the Last Dance for Me" several women were asked to dance by the band members. It was great family friendly entertainment. It was a really great show and I highly recommend to all for a night of family friendly entertainment.

Here’s the set list:

We Wish You a Merry Christmas
At the Hop
Hound Dog
The Twist
The Stroll
Hand Jive
Hokey Pokey
Save the Last Dance for Me
Sixteen Candles
A Matter of Time
California Sun
The Wanderer
Lucille
Shake, Rattle & Roll
Tequilla/Tonk?
Sandy
Santa Claus is Coming to Town
Santa's on a Diet
All I Want for Christmas
Feliz Navidad
Baby, Please Come Home for Christmas
The Dreidel song
Blue Christmas
Silent Night
Little Drummer Boy
God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen
White Christmas
Whole Lotta Shakin' going on (with XMAS lyrics)
Run, Run, Rudolph
Rock & Roll is Here to Stay/See Ya Later Alligator
Goodnight Sweetheart

After the show, the band did a meet and greet with their fans and both Jocko and Donny signed my poster.

I had a chance to ask Donny York if when he joined the band when he was attending Columbia University ever thought he'd still be in Sha-Na-Na 40 years after he joined the band. He replied never ever. With autographs in hand and thoroughly entertained, I ventured back out into the rainy night.

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User blog:Jlokensky/Woodstock 16 - Paul Motian (Arlo Guthrie's Drummer)

Jlokensky — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:11:55 GMT

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After not going to a concert for a while and not acting on my Woodstock Quest for a while, I decided that I needed to get out and try to rectify the situation. I read the Village Voice to see what’s happening in New York each week. I saw that Paul Motian Trio 2000 +2 was playing the Village Vanguard, so I decided to go. I caught the late show (11 PM) on the Saturday, November 28th which occurred during the Thanksgiving weekend.

I drove into the City and found street parking (a bonus) and walked to the iconic jazz club, the Village Vanguard. I had never been there before and did not know what to expect. I got into the club and was seated near the front of the stage. I got up to go to the bathroom and passed what served as a dressing room. As the band had already put on one show, I figured that I would wait until after the show to obtain Mr. Motian’s autograph (a mistake, as I would later discover) which I was interested in obtaining because he was Arlo Guthrie's drummer at Woodstock.

The club is intimate and it was cool to be in such a legendary place (hundreds of albums had been recorded there since the club was founded in 1935) to see a 77 year old legend. Mr. Motian was accompanied by: Loren Stillman and Greg Osby on saxophone, Masabumi Kikuchi on piano, and Thomas Morgan on stand up bass. They played about an hour and at the end of the set, Paul Motian grabbed his coat from behind the drum riser on the stage and promptly left the club. Or you can say, like a true drummer - he beat it.

In other news, I did not want to repeat the problem I had with my poster spending two months in England while Keef Hartley signed it. Therefore, I looked for a second poster (plus, I figured that I would need it as I ran out of room on the first poster) on eBay and found one of the 10,000 of the initial pressing offered by the gallery (Art Rock) where I purchased my poster. What makes this poster special is that the first 10,000 have an embossed Art Rock logo and were signed by not only Richie Havens, Arnold Skolnick and Grace Slick; but also, Wavy Gravy, Country Joe McDonald, and Carlos Santana.

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User blog:Jlokensky/Woodstock 15 - Keef Hartley

Jlokensky — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:04:31 GMT

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It was August and musicians performed at Woodstock were not scheduled to appear in the New York area. Therefore, in order to add signatures to my poster, I figured that I would try the mail.

My friend Gary used the mail successfully in obtaining Joe Cocker's autograph when I was in the hospital. Therefore, I had some confidence; however, I wanted an assurance that whomever I sent my poster to would be kind enough to return it. Utilizing my research, I emailed several performers and I received a response from Keef Hartley.

Keef Hartley, the leader of the Keef Hartley Band, was a British drummer, now retired. I had just read his self-published autobiography which I ordered from his website because it was autographed and contained information on Woodstock. He was Ringo Starr's replacement in Rory Storm and the Hurricanes and played with John Mayall's Bluesbreakers before forming the Keef Hartley Band.

Anyway, he replied to my e-mail stating that he would be delighted to sign my poster and provided me with the address of a friend of his who handles his mail. After determining how to send my poster overseas, I utilized DHL and shipped my poster.

I went to my local (45 miles away) DHL service center and asked them to help me prepare my shipment, as I had never shipped any package overseas before, and to pay for a round trip (also, I desperately wanted my poster back). The clerk, however, was somewhat clueless as to send items overseas. She suggested that I contact the customer service center, which of course was closed. However, she did hand me customs documents and told me that I couldn't pay for the return shipment but, I could check the box to bill the receiver and they will ship the item without receiving payment (note: This advice was wrong. DHL wants to assure payment prior to shipping an item). So, I shipped my poster and waited. And I waited. It took over a week to arrive at Preston, United Kingdom (where Mr. Hartley lives). I was eventually told that there were customs delays due to how the clerk instructed me to fill out the paper work.

And then I waited some more. After another two weeks, I heard from Mr. Hartley's friend, who informed me that he had been on vacation. He told me that he would be meeting with Keef Hartley that week. There is another delay when Mr. Hartley's friend develops back trouble – finally my poster is signed; however, DHL refuses to pick up the poster until it is paid for. I contact DHL's customer service line who told me that everything the first clerk told me was wrong. I pay for shipping and DHL promises that the shipment would be on its way in 3 days, maximum. There is another delay because DHL is unable to contact Keef's friend. A connection is finally made and 2 days later, the poster is in my hands. For those keeping track, I shipped the poster on August 30, 2008 and it was returned on October 23, 2008.

In the two months that my poster was gone, several people have rolled through town that I could complain about not meeting; however, what bothered me the most was having the opportunity to meet Bob Weir and Phil Lesh of the Grateful Dead and not having the poster with me. Best Buy in midtown Manhattan, a block from where I work, offered customers the ability to obtain the autographs of these two founding members of the Grateful Dead on October 14, 2008.

For someone that used to make jokes about Grateful Dead fans by calling them "the great unwashed", I'm amused that I'm now pursuing them for autographs. Despite my frustration that I didn't have my Woodstock poster, I had a pretty good day. In addition to meeting two members of the Grateful Dead, I had the privilege of meeting the crush of practically every straight man that grew up in the 1970's, Maureen McCormick a.k.a Marcia Brady at a book signing. I wish I brought my camera.

Anyway, I have my poster back. Hopefully, I won't miss any other opportunities; although, with the economy getting to shows will be a little tougher. All I can do is the best that I can. Also, I strongly urge anybody who is interested in the British Invasion to pick up Keef Hartley's Book, it's a good read. I also encourage you to check out his albums that have been re-released in the UK on CD. They're good.
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User blog:Jlokensky/Woodstock 14 - Bert Sommer (Sort of)

Jlokensky — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:03:31 GMT

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My Woodstock quest has brought me to some interesting places and the most recent stop brought me to my past. Well, sort of. My grandfather, Abraham Knapp, was a theatrical stage hand who, in one of his last jobs before he died in 1973, operated the lights for the original Broadway run of the musical, "Hair". One of the cast members was Bert Sommer (he played "Woof"). While he was in "Hair", Bert Sommer was signed to Capital Records and started recording his debut record which was produced by Artie Kornfeld, the same Artie Kornfeld who produced the Woodstock festival.

When his musical career took off, Bert Sommer stopped working with my grandfather (If only I started my quest then) and played Woodstock. He was joined by Ira Stone on guitar and Charlie Bilello on bass. Unfortunately, Mr. Sommer died in 1990 and I have been unable to locate Mr Bilello. Therefore, when I discovered an opportunity to see Mr. Stone at a small club in the City, I jumped at it.

It was a benefit for an organization called Save One Person. I wasn't concerned about the charity, pe se; however, the show was also a tribute to the Monterey Pop Festival – so, in addition to the autograph opportunity – it sounded like a good time. I invited my friend, Joe, to meet me at Triad NYC, a club located on 72nd Street, near the Dakota Apartment Building. We grabbed the Recession Special at Gray's Papayabefore entering the Club.

Triad NYC is a small club located on the 2nd floor above an Indian Restaurant. The club seats about 150, and it was mostly empty when we walked in. The first band, I believe their name was "Otto", was finishing its set. There was a short break and then a band billed as the A.S.C.A.P. All-Stars took the stage. They had a loose line-up with people joining and leaving them during their set. One of these people was Halley DeVestern, a Janis Joplin sound-alike who toured with a later day version of Big Brother and the Holding Company. The band played amazing versions of "Summertime" and "Ball and Chain"While their set was playing, I noticed Mr. Stone in the club and obtained his autograph. Shortly after he signed my Poster and Gary's albums, he took the stage, joined by his wife, Maxine "Max" Stone, and played a short set.

Their set was dedicated to the memory of Bert Sommer. Three of the four songs they played were played by Mr. Sommer as part of his ten song set. "Jennifer", which was a song written about fellow "Hair" cast member, and future singer, Jennifer Warnes, opened the set. Max then told a story about how Tim Hardin borrowed and made of with Bert Sommer's guitar just prior to Mr. Sommer's set. They then played Tim Hardin's "If I Were a Carpenter". They played a cover of Simon & Garfunkel's "America", a song which allegedly earned Bert Sommer the first standing ovation of the Woodstock Festival. They concluded with another Bert Sommer original, "Smile". After their set, with autographs in hand, Joe and I promptly left.
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User blog:Jlokensky/Woodstock 13 - Bill Kreutzmann of the Grateful Dead

Jlokensky — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 16:01:37 GMT

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This Woodstock quest that I am on has taken me to some strange places both geographically and musically The latest destination was to see Bill Kreutzmann of the Grateful Dead playing in a trio with Scott Murawski (guitar, vocals - of Max Creek ) and Oteil Burbridge (bass, vocals of the Allman Brothers Band) took me to both. I like the Dead; however, I don't know that I would be making an effort to see one of their former drummers in concert if it wasn't for my quest to obtain the signatures of every living person who performed at Woodstock. Also, I don't know that I would be doing this aboard a ship that usually serves to take romantic dinner dance cruises along the Hudosn River. I especially wouldn't have taken such a cruise with my friend, Gary, if it wasn't for our mutual Woodstock Quest.

We went aboard determined to meet Mr. Kreutzmann and obtain his autograph. we started asking around and met his manager. He was discouraging because he told us that in Philadelphia there were some aggressive autograph seekers who followed Mr. Kreutzmann's vehicle from the venue to his hotel. The manager told us that all were shaken by the incident and he wouldn't be surprised if Mr. Kreutzmann would not sign another autograph.

Discouraged, we hung out by the stage (there really wasn't a stage - just a roped off area beyond which the musical equipment was set up) and staked a prime location to see the show. Gary spotted Mr. Kreutzmann speaking to some of his people to our right and he aprroached him with me following. Gary, a little more assertive than I am, introduced himself to Mr. Kreutzmann and and made the request for the autographs. Mr. Kreutzmann was hesitant citing the incident in Philadelphia and also that he signed the Grateful Dead's "Go To Heaven" album for a fan and it was listed on Ebay for $99. We convinced Mr. Kreutzmann to sign my poster stating that he could personalize it to me (which he did); however, we still had to cajole him to do this. He also threatened that if I sold his autograph that I would need two canes (I'm using a cane these days as a result of the accident that I suffered in January). He then signed one autograph for Gary (who had several items that he wished signed). Sensing that we were pushing our luck - we returned to our location on stage left.

A few minutes later, Bill (he told me that I could call him that when I shook his hand prior to signing my autograph) took to the drums and started getting ready for the show. As I was standing less than 10 feet from him, we could see each other very clearly. I took pictures of him and he gestured towards me by looking at me and pounding on his chest twice. I took it as a sign that we were cool.

Oteil Burbridge stood two feet away from us and Scott Murawski was about 15 feet away from us on stage right. Gary secured some folding chairs for us. It was pretty cool - here I was practically sitting on the stage and watching a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame drummer. The band started just before the designated start time of 7:00 PM and shortly thereafter the boat left the dock.

The cruise was designated to be three hours in length. Given that the band started on time - I expected that they would play most of the cruise (which they did). The smell of Marijuana smoke permeated the air as we sailed down the Husdson river. Rather than view the Manhattan Skyline, I enjoyed watching the band and the seemingly random gyrations of audience members that could possibly resemble dancing - if it was rhythmic in any way, shape, or form and can only be witnessed at a Grateful Dead, or similar, concert.

The band for about an hour and a half and took a short break which coincided with the cruise ship ciccling the Statue of Liberty. The band returned for a second set and played until we docked. During the break, I realized that I was sitting next to Oteil Burbridge's girlfriend and we befriended each other somewhat. Which is how I was able to obtain a copy of the setlist (she kindly retrieved it for me).

It was a great show and Gary and I both walked away happy, but tired. Pre-show, we had ambitions of catching, Jazz Legend, Paul Motian's 11 PM show at the Village Vanguard (he played with Arlo Guthrie at Woodstock); however, we were both too tired to go.

Set List

Cruel World
Scarlet
Yellow Moon
The Other One (2nd Verse)
My Belt Says You Will
Althea
One Way Out (Allman Brother's cover)
Help/Slip
White Freightliner
Sugaree
Estimated Prophet
Chains of Life
Mas y Mas
Franklin's Tower
E: Freeborn Man
Rhymes
New River Train
Mercury Blues
Monkey Man
Lovelight
99 Years
Bertha
Eyes of the World
Chinese Cat
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User blog:Jlokensky/Woodstock 12 (or 1 revisited) - Richie Havens

Jlokensky — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:58:49 GMT

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On Friday, May 30, 2008, I returned to the Turning Point in Piermont, NY to see Richie Havens. I had seen the folk legend in the Woodstock movie and had heard some of his music; however, I hadn't had the pleasure of experiencing him. therefore, I was curious. Also, the poster that I originally purchased already had his already afixed to it in pencil - and due to handling the signature was starting to rub. Therefore, I also wanted to re-obtain his signature.

He played two shows that night and I opted to attend the late show. He played about 90 minutes. I was unfamiliar with most of his material, but he played about a dozen songs during his set. He was accompanied by Walter Parks on guitar and Stephanie Winters ..o. On speaking with Mr. Havens after the show, he does not play with a set list - he only knows the first and last songs that he will play and the rest he does as the mood strikes him. Mr. Parks and Ms. Winters (who used to play together as The Nudes) just go with the flow.

Richie Havens plays in a very unique style. Most of his chords are formed by pressing his thumb over the fretboard which can be seen on his website(How Richie Havens Plays). He opened with Dylan's "All Along the Watchtower", then played "Handouts in the Rain". He played another half dozen tunes before launching into another Dylan cover of "Maggie's Farm". Although, it wasn't solely "Maggie's Farm". Halfway into the song, he shifted into the Who's "Won't Get Fooled Again". In addition to the songs, he also told stories in between which were sometimes poignant and sometimes hysterical. He made a point to demonstrate how we are all related by discussing the old "The Adventures of Superman" telvision show. He started by singing the instrumental theme then started the narration. He started saying "Faster than a ..." and prompted the audience for a response - to which he recieved a rousing "...speeding bullet". This continued through "More powerful than a ..." "... Locomotive" and "Able to leap tall buildings..." "...in a single bound". He then continued with "fighting for truth, justice, and... and... and... the American Way". He then said that he thought that fighting for truth and justice was the American Way. He closed with "Freedom" and encored with his version of "Here Comes the Sun".

After the show, he met his fans, took pictures, and signed autographs. I had him re-autograph my poster, and obtained a signature for, my friend, Gary. I also had my picture taken with him (Thank You, Kristin).

I also saw and met Bill Kreutzmann of the Grateful Dead on Sunday, June 1 - but, that's another blog.

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User blog:Jlokensky/Woodstock 11 - with a little help from my friends

Jlokensky — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:57:21 GMT

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So, one would think that since my accident my Woodstock quest would have been put on hold. I was hospitalized for a month and practically immobile until the last couple of weeks. However, through a simple twist of fate the quest was able to continue. When I saw Hot Tuna in December, I met a fellow collector named, Gary. He also was on a quest to obtain the signatures of Woodstock performers on his Woodstock and Woodstock II lp's. We spoke about collecting and he was unsure of how to obtain the autograph of performers such as Melanie. I told him that it I was seeing Melanie in a couple of days. Gary gave me his albums and I was able to obtain Melanie's signature for him.

Gary felt indebted and told me that he was going to see Johnny Winter at Toad's Place in New Haven, CT in January and would try to obtain an autograph for me. He was unsuccessful, but he vowed to see Mr. Winter perform again at Mohegan Sun Casino in Uncasville, CT on February 8, 2008. This time he was successful.

But wait, there's more. Gary had contacted Joe Cocker's people and asked if he would autograph some things for him. He included my poster and Mr. Cocker signed and inscribed my poster with "Rock On!" .

On April 11, 2008, Jefferson Starship was playing with Tom Constanten, formerly of the Grateful Dead, at the Ridgefield Playhouse in Ridgefield, CT. Gary was able to obtain Mr. Constanten's autograph for me; however, Paul Kantner denied us.

On April 25, 2008, Gary went to the Quick Center in Fairfield, CT to see Steve Katz, the founding guitarist of Blood, Sweat, and Tears. Again, we were successful and Mr. Katz signed my poster.

Gary asked who we could mail the items to to get a quick turnaround, I suggested Dr. Jerry Hyman. He used to be the trombonist for Blood, Sweat, and Tears - now, he is a chiropractor in Rye, NH. Which Dr. Hyman was good enough to sign and mail back to me.

So, without moving a muscle, I was able to augment my poster with 5 additional autographs. Now that I am mobile (somewhat), I am going to see Richie Havens on May 30. Even though he signed my poster, he did so in pencil, so, I wish to get it resigned as his signature is rubbing a bit.

This brings my poster to a total of 18 signatures:

Jefferson Airplane: Marty Balin, Jack Casady, Jorma Kaukonen, & Grace Slick
Blood, Sweat, and Tears: Jerry Hyman, Steve Katz, & Fred Lipsius
Grateful Dead: Tom Constanten
Gypsy Sun and Rainbows (Jimi Hendrix): Billy Cox
Mountain: Leslie West
Arlo Guthrie
John Sebastian
Country Joe McDonald
Richie Havens
Joe Cocker
Johnny Winter
Melanie
and poster artist, Arnold Skolnick
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User blog:Jlokensky/Woodstock Quest 10: Melanie

Jlokensky — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:56:08 GMT

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On December 18, 2007, my quest brought me back to the intimate confines of the Turning Point Café in Piermont, NY. Aside from being close to my house, the Turning Point attracts great acts and gives someone the feeling of seeing a concert in someone's basement. My reason for going was to see "Christmas in Piermont" starring Melanie and Friends. I was all atwitter with the possibilities as to who the friends could be.Perhaps some other musician from the Woodstock era (thereby reducing the amount of stops on my quest), or maybe some other folk singers. Who were Melanie's friends?

It turned out that Melanie's only friend was her son, Beau-Jarred (Schekeryk), who is Melanie's 27 year old son. It turns out that he is a classical guitarist who likes to play Flamenco (and very talented, I might add). He opened with Silent Night played on an acoustic guitar then switched to an electric which he played most of the night. The fingers of his left hand danced across the fret board and the fingers of his right hand blurred while he was picking. He closed with Fantasia of Malagueña into which he incorporated Little Drummer Boy. While he played Little Drummer Boy, he swung his guitar behind his neck to play "Hendrix" style.

After a break, Melanie and Beau-Jarred took the stage. Melanie was warm and friendly despite expressing disappointment of a sparse crowd (The Turning Point only holds about 70 people and the place was only 1/3 to ½ full). She shared how important Christmas was to her to her, and since her tree was thousands of miles away, she put tinsel on her eyes. She explained the story of "Good King Wenceslaus" and noted that if you listen to the lyrics, you can trace the King's journey. After she played "I Saw Three Ships", she had the crowd sing along to "Pachebel's Canon in D" while she shared a story. Melanie stated that although it was a Christmas show, she would play other songs. The crowd called out requests ("Tin Star", "Wondrous Love", "Crazy Love", and "Golden Chains (Hand Me Downs)" among them). It was obvious that she hadn't played "Golden Chains (Hand Me Downs)" in a while, as she started it in the wrong key (an audience member told her it was in "D"). She talked about how as a child she terrified of Santa Claus because he watched everything she did and did the creepiest version of "Santa Claus is Coming to Town" that I have ever heard (it was very cool). I don't think Melanie was watching the clock; however, when one of the more vocal fans announced that he had to catch a bus back to NYC, Melanie launched into "We Wish You A Merry Christmas" and ended the show. Afterward, she signed items, including my Woodstock Poster.

Beau-Jarred Schekeryk

Silent Night
Untitled in E Minor
Bravo Dude
Gypsy Girl
Fantasia of Malagueña / Little Drummer Boy

Melanie with Beau Jarred

It's Christmas
Good King Wenceslaus
I Saw Three Ships / Pachebel's Canon in D
Tonight's the Kind of Night
Tin Star
Wondrous Love
True Believers
Crazy Love
What Have They Done To My Song, Ma?/ Jingle Bells
Happy Christmahanavaloween
O Come All Ye Faithful
Santa Claus is Coming to Town
Golden Chains (Hand Me Downs)
You're Gonna Miss Me When I'm Gone
Hushabye
Peace Will Come (According to Plan)
We Wish You a Merry Christmas
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User blog:Jlokensky/Woodstock Quest 9: Hot Tuna on 2/6 of an Airplane

Jlokensky — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:55:13 GMT

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On December 14, 2007, my Woodstock Quest took me back to the Quick Center for the Arts on the campus of Fairfield University in Fairfield, CT to see Hot Tuna, or as they call it "Hot Fucking Tuna", a group formed by former Jefferson Airplane members Jack Casady and Jorma Kaukonen. I had heard of the band; however, was unfamiliar with their music. However, a quest is a quest and man's got to do what a man has to do.

Despite my lack of knowledge, I was open to the experience and glad that I was. They play blues, as jam band would. To say that Jorma and Jack are talented musicians, is an understatement. They were joined by Barry Mitterhoff (guitar and Mandolin) and drummer Eric Diaz. Mr. Mitterhoff is also a truly amazing player. I was seated just to the left of Jack Casady (his right) – so, I really got to enjoy his playing most of all. He really gets into the music and will raise and lower his eyebrows with the music (front row has its advantages).

They played two sets (both electric - for those that care, they also play acoustic shows) that lasted approximately 75 minutes each plus an encore. It was a good show and I would suggest checking them out.

Set list (Grabbed from the road crew)

1st Set:
New Song for the Morning
Soliloquy for Two
I Wish You Would
Ode to Billy Dean
How Long Blues
Been So Long
I See The Light
Can't Get Satisfied
Rock Me Baby
Late Breaking News

2nd Set:
Trial by Fire
Sea Child
Barbeque King
Bowlegged Woman
Living Just for You
The Terrible Operation
Come Back Baby
Funky 7
99 Year Blues
Talkin' 'bout you

Encore:
Hit Single 1

After the show, I met their road manager, who brought my poster to Messrs. Casady and Kaukoned to sign my poster (which they did). This brings my total to 12. I have: four members of Jefferson Airplane (Marty Balin, Jack Casady, Jorma Kaukonen, and Grace Slick); one member of Mountain(Leslie West); one member of Blood, Sweat, and Tears, (Fred Lipsius), One member of Country Joe & the Fish (Country Joe McDonald); One member of Jimi Hendrix Gypsy Sun & Rainbows (Billy Cox); Richie Havens, John Sebastain; Arlo Guthrie, and the asrist of the poter, Arnold Skolnik.

Next up: Melanie.

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User blog:Jlokensky/Woodstock Quest 8: Blood, Sweat and a Tear

Jlokensky — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:54:20 GMT

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In my quest to obtain the signatures of as many living musicians who played Woodstock as possible, I compiled a list and then researched where I can find them.

I found Mr. Lipsius's website http://www.fredlipsius.com/ and discovered that he was a teacher at the Berklee School of Music in Boston. I sent him an e-mail through his website when I knew that I was going to be in Boston asking if I could obtain his autograph. He told me that I should meet him at his office on campus. I went to his office and met him between private lessons with tomorrow's future sax stars.

I showed him the poster and I don't believe that he ever saw it. He asked to show me where either he or Blood, Sweat, and Tears ("BST") were mentioned, which I did. He signed it and told me Woodstock was just another gig for BST. The band was on its way to Boston for a gig. He also told me Woodstock was the worst gig that BST ever played. It was raining and David Clayton-Thomas sang off key (something that Mr. Lipsius claimed Mr. Clayton-Thomas never did). They didn't want to be filmed because of the rain and the bad performance (which is why BST are not in the movie). I told him that I believed that they were filmed and/or recorded because I've heard of bootlegs. He wanted to know where I was from, I told him NY. He told me that he was from the Bronx (which I knew) - I mentioned that I thought all of BST was from NY (originally). He disavowed that stating that Chuck Winfield was from Texas. He seemed amazed that I traveled from NY to meet him. He still talks to his former bandmates, he mentioned that he spoke to Lew Soloff last week. He then told me that he had a lesson. However, as I was leaving - I found Mr. lipsius in the hall and asked me to show the poster to two of his colleagues. He seemed pretty jazzed then excused himself to go teach. He was a great guy!!!

This brings the poster signature total to 10 (7 obtained - 3 purchased)

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User blog:Jlokensky/Woodstock Quest 7 - Two Guys named Les

Jlokensky — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:52:47 GMT

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On Sunday, November 25, 2007, my Woodstock Quest brought me back to the Turning Point in Piermont, NY to see Leslie West of Mountain fame. He was performing with Todd Wolfe, a fellow guitarist, as a duo. The Turning Point is an intimate club that seats a maximum of 70 people which is a wonderful place to see a show. Mr. West played his signature electric guitar for most of the night except for his two solo numbers. Mr. Wolfe switched between acoustic and electric guitars and was a very talented player; although, he's no Leslie West. Each song was an extended jam and all in all a great evening.

Why I Sing the Blues
For Yasgur's Farm
Baby, I'm Down
House of the Rising Sun
Silver Blue - Todd Wolfe only
Light of Day-Todd Wolfe only
Crowded in My Soul - Todd Wolfe only
Long Red-Leslie West only
Blowin' in the Wind-Leslie West only
The Cell - Leslie West only
Theme from an Imaginary Western / Close Encounters of the 3rd Kind
The Party's Over/Crossroads

After the show, Mr. West was kind enough to sign my Woodstock Poster bringing my total to nine (six met, three came with poster).

The next night, I caught another guitarist named Les - the legendary, Les Paul. I saw him and his trio at his Monday night gig at Iridium Jazz Club in NYC (although, not at Woodstock). At 93, he can still play. He was also very funny. He spent a good deal of the set telling stories and cracking jokes. Mr. Paul has a little trouble walking, but man – he could still play. The consisted of standards like "Sweet Georgia Brown" and other similar songs.. If you find yourselves in NYC on a Monday night – this is a must do.

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User blog:Jlokensky/Woodstock 6 - Crosby & Nash

Jlokensky — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:48:04 GMT

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It was a wet, dreary, New York Autumn evening. I drove over an hour to the town of Kingston, New York's first Capital. I was there to continue my Woodstock Quest to see David Crosby and Graham Nash, who are currently touring small arenas in the eastern portion of the United States before a CSN tour of Australia. The Ulster Performing Arts Center is a renovated vaudeville/movie house that seats 1,500. The good news, I scored a sixth row center seat. The bad news, at 42, I was one of one of the youngest members of the audience. The worse news, I sat next to some drunken asshole who was incredibly annoying – he snuck in a flask (I haven't done that since I was 17 – this guy was in his 50's).

Enough about the petty crap though, on with the show. Politics was the theme of the night. Graham Nash wore a t-shirt "1-20-09 Bush's Last Day". They opened with Nash's "Military Madness". Throughout the evening, numerous references were made against the current war and the current administration. Kingston, though, not far from the hippie, yes...still, community of Woodstock, NY (the town where the festival was supposed to be held) must be a democratic stronghold.

A trimmer David Crosby, who lost 53 pounds, wore a blue jersey with red collegiate style "CSNY" letters sewn on. His jeans seemed a little large with a belt holing his pants up ( I recognize it well having lost 35 pounds myself and not buying all the new clothes I need).

Both David Crosby and Graham Nash were in fine voice laughed and joked like the old friends that they are. James Raymond, who is Crosby's son, played keyboards and was lauded by both Crosby and Nash throughout the night. Mr. Raymond also authored the songs "Grace" and "Puppeteer". Dean Parks was a master on the guitar. The two hour set, not including the 30 minute break, had a jazzy feel to it. The set list is below:

1st set:
Military Madness
Marrakesh Express
Long Time Gone
Lay Me Down
In My Dreams
In Your Name
Carry Me
Grace / Jesus of Rio
Cathedral
Déjà Vu

2nd set:
Our House
Guinnevere
Milky Way Tonight
Live On (The Wall)
Just a Song Before I Go
To the Last Whale…Critical Mass/Wind on the Water
Puppeteer
Carry Me
Almost Cut My Hair
Wooden Ships

Encore:
Chicago
Teach Your Children

Band:

James Raymond - keyboards
Andrew ? - bass
Steven DiSlanislao -drums
Dean Parks – guitar

Due to the rain, I was denied in my quest. By the time I exited the theatre, David Crosby was already on the bus. Graham Nash shook a few hands on his way to the bus; however, the pouring rain prevented him from stopping. So, I got denied - but I saw a great show.

So, for those counting at home: I've tried for nine and have been denied by four (Mitch Mitchell, Tommy Shannon, David Crosby, Graham Nash) and have had five successes (Marty Balin, John Sebastian, Arlo Guthrie, Country Joe McDonald, and Billy Cox).

Next up: Hot Tuna on December 14th; however, there will probably be something before then. Leslie West and Johnny Winter are playing nearby in November. Also, I hear Sly & the Family Stone (yes, Sly Stone) is playing B.B. King's in NYC on December 7th. Damn this quest – 130 living musicians and I live in the NY Metropolitan Area – where everybody plays. Darn, Darn, Darn – this is going to be expensive. Also, it is invading my life – I'm planning my 20th college reunion around a Sha-Na-Na concert. I'm pathetic!

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User blog:Jlokensky/Woodstock 5 - Experience Hendrix

Jlokensky — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:46:27 GMT

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Nearly 4 years ago, in February 2004, I was performing an audit in Portland, OR. Per my modus operandi, I checked out what was going on in town and discovered a tribute concert to celebrate the music of Jimi Hendrix sponsored by Experience Hendrix, the company operated by Janie Hendrix, the step-sister of the late legend. It was a great show starring an all-star cast, which included: Billy Cox and Mitch Mitchell who played with Jimi; Chris Layton and Tommy Shannon of Stevie Ray Vaugh's Double Trouble fame; Jerry Cantrell; Indigenous; Living Color, Paul Rodgers of Bad Company, Free, and the Firm; and Buddy Guy; to name the most prominent musicians who participated. Therefore, when an East Coast tour was announced, I was apoplectic. Especially given my current quest, to have the opportunity to see 3 Woodstock performers (Billy Cox and Mitch Mitchell were part of Jimi Hendrix's Gypsy Sun and Rainbows and Tommy Shannon played bass for Johnny Winter) was one not to be missed. I caught the show on Saturday, October 20, 2007 at the Palace Theater in Waterbury, CT (Roughly 90 minutes from my house; however, the two NY shows were early in the week and was unable to take the next day off ).

This time the tour featured: Mitch Mitchell, Billy Cox, Buddy Guy, Hubert Sumlin (Howling Wolf's lead guitarist), Robby Krieger (of the Doors), Mick Taylor (of the Rolling Stones), Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Corey Glover (of Living Color), Kenny Olson, Andy Aledort, Tommy Shannon, Chris Layton, Robert Randolph, Doyle Bramhall II, Noah Hunt, Mato Nanji (of Indigenous), and Eric Gales.

The show featured various configurations of the aforementioned talent jamming together and playing the music of Jimi Hendrix (except Buddy Guy who played his own material).

The show opened with Eric Gayles and Andy Aledort on guitar, Billy Cox on bass, and Chris Layton on drums performing "Foxey Lady". Chris Layton stayed behind the kit for most of the night, sometimes joined by Mitch Mitchell. Buddy Guy brought his own band, giving Mr. Layton a rest. Tommy Shannon also served as bassist for most musicians; however, Billy Cox stepped in occaisionally, and Andy Aledort stepped in once or twice. Of course, the guitarists rotated greatly, each one played about two songs each.

Other highlights included:

Mato Nanji (guitar and vocals) with Double Trouble performing "Little Wing".

Billy Cox (bass and vocals) with Andy Aledort ( guitar) and Chris Layton playing"Dolly Dagger".

Eric Gayles (guitar and vocals), Robby Krieger (guitar), Mitch Mitchell (drums), Chris Layton (drums), Billy Cox (bass) & Kenny Olson (guitar) jamming on "Red House"

Corey Glover (vocals), Andy Aledort (guitar), Chris Layton (drums), Robbie Krieger (guitar), Tommy Shannon (bass), Kenny Olson (guitar), & Mitch Mitchell (drums) ripping "Spanish Castle Magic".

Andy Aledort (guitar), Robbie Krieger (guitar), Corey Glover (vocals), with Double Trouble tearing through "Manic Depression".

Mick Taylor (guitar and vocals), Billy Cox (bass), Mitch Mitchell & Chris Layton (drums) playing "Catfish Blues". Who knew Mick Taylor sang? He's a better guitarist.

Double Trouble, Kenny Wayne Shepherd (guitar), and Noah Hunt vocals performing ""I Don't Live Today"

Buddy Guy and his band jamming with Hubert Sumlin, Mick Taylor, and Robert Randolph. Mitch Mitchell also joined in on the fun. I'm not familiar with Buddy Guy's material; however, he's an amazing showman and his 30 minute set passed quickly.

Everyone left the stage but Robert Randolph (pedal steel guitar and vocals) who was joined by Robbie Krieger and Double Trouble for a rendering of "Purple Haze.

The show closed with Robert Randolph (pedal steel), Noah Hunt (vocals), and Double Trouble covering Voodoo Child (Slight Return).

All in all a great show. As I was leaving, I saw a line off to the left and was told that a signing was taking place. Janie Hendrix and Billy Cox were signing autographs (score!). The people in front of me were tying up Janie Hendrix so the guard gave me permission to see Billy Cox (they were seated at the same table). He signed my poster and asked where I had purchased it – I told him the name of the gallery (Art Rock). He also signed a tour program that the ushers distributed. I then went to the stage door to see if I could get Tommy Shannon and Mitch Mitchell (I struck out on both accounts – they walked straight to the tour bus); however, I did get Eric Gales, Doyle Bramhall II, and Mato Nanji to sign my program. I also chatted with Buddy Guy's guitarist, Ric Hall, who is a really good guy. I also obtained his autograph.

So, 1 for 3 isn't bad. The first failures of my quest; however, I saw a great show.

Up next: David Crosby and Graham Nash on Friday, October 26. I hear David Crosby is a tough signer – we'll see.

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User blog:Jlokensky/Woodstock 4 - Country Joe McDonald

Jlokensky — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:44:47 GMT

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On Wednesday, October 3rd, 2007, my Woodstock Quest took me to Joe's Pub, named for theatrical produce Joseph Papp, in New York City to see Country Joe McDonald performing a tribute to Woody Guthrie. Huh? Country Joe, the man who led the Fish and sang about Marijuana? Country Joe, the man who led half a million people (and millions more in movie theaters) in a cheer spelling out "F-U-C-K"? What could he possibly say about one of the greatest folk singers that this country has ever produced? Wouldn't Arlo Guthrie be a better choice. All these questions and more will be answered on the next episode of "Soap". Well, since "Soap" was canceled a long time ago (did anybody else watch it?), I'll answer it in this blog.

Woody Guthrie passed away on October 3, 1967 in New York City. And that was the reason for the tribute. During the show, which was a mixture of songs, readings, and rememberances - all became clear. In 1969, Joseph Allen McDonald (thank you, Wikipedia) recorded an album entitled "Thinking of Woody Guthrie". It seems that Country Joe's father was a farmer in Oklahoma - yeah, I know Old McDonald really did have a farm (Give me an "E", Give me an "I", Give me an "E", Give me an "I", Give me an "O" - What's that spell?) and was a fan of Woody Guthrie. Therefore, Country Joe grew up on Woody Guthrie's music.

In 2001, the National Steinbeck Center asked Joe to perform as part of a Woody Guthrie Tribute. Since then he has performed this tribute from time to time. Country Joe mentioned both during the show and on his website, that he is recording the performance for a CD.

for more information regarding the show, please see Country Joe's websiteCountry Joe on Woody Guthrie

I did write down the songs; however, I didn't save the file properly (I do everything electronically on my Palm Treo). I can say that he opened with "This Land is Your Land" and played "The Fish Cheer" and "I Feel Like I'm Fixin' To Die Rag" as an encore. It was a pretty good show - and I will buy the CD.

If you are in NYC, Joe's Pub is a great place to see a show. An upscale Pub that seats at most 200 people with great sight lines and fabulous acoustics. It is also conveniently located over a subway track which gives the bass a boost every 10 minutes (as well as vibrating the seats).

Also, I was successful on my autograph quest. Just before the show started, I needed to use the Men's Room. To access it, I had to walk through a waiter/waitress station and walk to an area that was behind the stage. As I was at the show by myself, I took my poster with me. As I emerged from the bathroom, I looked up and in front of me - stood Country Joe McDonald. Surprised, I exclaimed, "Country Joe". To which, he replied, "Yes". I asked if he would sign my poster and he told me "maybe". I whipped it out, if you will, and Country Joe asked where I came from - he was satisfied with my bathroom explanation (I guess security is an issue for 65 year old musicians). He complimented me on my poster and signed it. I thanked him and wished him a good show.

After the show, he was selling CD's in the lobby and I just wanted to thank him again. I ended up in line behind three young guys (late teens - early 20's) carrying plastic shopping bags. They asked if he would sign pickguards/photos. They had bags full (obviously - they worked for an autograph dealer). Country Joe he would sign anything they wanted for $20 bucks a pop. I was glad that I caught him backstage - although, I would have given him the $20 (if I had to).

As of now, next stop is October 20 in Waterbury, CT to see the Experience Hendrix tour starring Woodtock performers (Billy Cox and Mitch Mitchell - part of Jim's Gypsy Sun and Rainbows and Tommy Shannon of Stevie Ray Vaughn's Double Trouble - played with Johnny Winter in 1969). Other performers at the tribute concert will be a bunch of hacks - Mick Taylor, Robbie Krieger, Hubert Sumlin, Buddy Guy. It should be fun. I also bought a ticket to see David Crosby and Graham Nash on October 28, 2007 in Kingston, NY. However, something may come up first.

Set List

"This Land is Your Land" Woody Guthrie
Introduction — Country Joe
"Every Time His Songs are Sung" Barry Lee Marris
Root beer story from Bound for Glory by Woody Guthrie
"Talking Dust Bowl" Woody Guthrie
"Do Re Mi" Woody Guthrie
"Going Down the Road" Woody Guthrie
Car story from "Woody Sez"
"Let's Go Riding in My Car" Woody Guthrie
Cookies speak louder than words — letters by Malvina Reynolds and Woody Guthrie
Erotic writing — Woody Guthrie
"Woman at Home" Country Joe (music), Woody Guthrie (words)

"Capi/Commie" Joady Guthrie; Sayings by Woody Guthrie;
"Old Paint the Horse with a Union Label" — author unknown
"Ladies Auxiliary" Woody Guthrie
"Union Maid" Woody Guthrie
About lynchings — Woody Guthrie
"Slip Knot"/"Vigilante Man" Woody Guthrie
"Pastures of Plenty" Woody Guthrie
"Roll On Columbia" Woody Guthrie
"New York City" Country Joe (music), Woody Guthrie (words)
"Tom Joad" Woody Guthrie
"Oklahoma Hills" Jerry Guthrie and Woody Guthrie
Oklahoma where it all began — Worden McDonald
"So Long It's Been Good to Know Ya" Woody Guthrie

The Fish Cheer
I Feel Like I'm Fixin' to Die Rag
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User blog:Jlokensky/Woodstock 3 - Arlo Guthrie

Jlokensky — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:42:57 GMT

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The continuation of my quest took me to the Nutmeg State to see Arlo Guthrie at an appearance at Fairfield University in Fairfield, CT. I am mostly unfamiliar with his music excepting, of course, the Thanksgiving staple of classic rock stations, "Alice's Restaurant", and the Steve Goodman (who I saw in concert, when he was alive, opening up for comedian Steve Martin - but, that's another story and this blog is about Arlo Guthrie) penned "The City of New Orleans". .

For those of you who don't know, Fairfield County, in the State of Connecticut, is one of the wealthiest counties in these United States. The campus reflected that with nice new buildings and attendants in golf carts in the parking lots, who offered to transport patrons to the auditorium, free of charge, and back again at the conclusion of the concert. Given that the parking lot I parked in was less than 1/4 mile from the auditorium, and I parked in the farthest one, this seemed fairly superfluous to me, but then again - it isn't my money. Also, this blog isn't about Fairfield University and the frivolous use of tuition monies - so, let me get back to the story at hand.

After arriving at new looking Quick Center for the Arts from my 1/4 mile golf cart ride. I spied the merchandise booth and purchased his "Live in Sydney" CD. Sydney, referring to that city in Australia, and not a person's name - making the two CD set a document of a concert and not a document of some bizarre sexual conquest. I, of course, was interested in obtaining a greatest hits type collection in order to further appreciate his work and to have the knowledge in order to compile the obligatory set list that my friend Jimmy uses in his excellent concert reviews at the Bands Unlimited message board. But you're here because you want to read about Arlo Guthrie and not my friend, Jimmy, not the Bands Unlimited message board, not the CD I purchased (which, by the way is really good and is available at Amazon and at www.Arlo.Net), and it is certainly not about the imagined perversions of a nearly 70 year old grandfather - so let me continue.

I took my seat in the front row in the right corner of the auditorium which was about the size of a modern day movie theatre (I'm referring to the size of the auditorium and not the size of my seat) just before Mr. Guthrie took the stage. He came out wearing blue jeans, a button down shirt, and a black leather vest. He acknowledged the audience and told us that since all the other Sixties bands are reuniting, that this was his reunion tour. And since he is a solo artist - this was his solo reunion tour. He also acknowledged that he hasn't played alone in concert since he was just starting out. His concert was a mixture of songs and stories, which were often hilarious (the stories, not the songs - although, they were fun too.). He is as gifted a raconteur, if not more, than he is a musician. Below is his set list. He played most songs on one of two guitars (although there were three on stage with him) except for "St. Louis Tickle" and "The City of New Orleans" which he played on the auditorium's grand piano.

Chilling of the Evening
St. James Infirmary
Darkest Hour
The Motor Cycle Song
Haleiwa Farewell (Haleiwa Blues)
Coming into Los Angeles
Here's looking at You (new song)
Green Green Rocky Road

2nd set:
Alice's Restaurant
When a Soldier Makes it Home
In Times Like These
ST. Louis Tickle (on piano)
City of New Orleans (on piano)
The Old Apple Tree
This Land is Your Land

Encore:
My Peace

His stories often were about his youth, and he mentioned his father, the late, great Woody Guthrie, often. Of course, two of the songs in his set list were Woody's ("This Land is Your Land" and "My Peace" - which was one of the unpublished lyric sheets that were discovered after Woody Guthrie's death in 1967). If you haven't had the pleasure, I would recommend going to see him.

After the show, a table was set out in lobby for Arlo Guthrie to meet his fans, sign autographs, and pose for pictures. He signed my Woodstock poster, the "Live in Sydney" CD (on the back of the CD booklet making display difficult), the concert program, and I went back to the merchandise booth and bought the 30th Anniversary recording of Alice's Restaurant, which he also autographed.

For those keeping score at home, my Woodstock poster now contains the autographs of: Arnold Skolnick, the artist who designed the poster; Grace Slick, Richie Havens (I purchased the poster with their signatures), Marty Balin, John Sebastian, and Arlo Guthrie.

Next up: Country Joe McDonald on Wednesday, October 3, 2007.

BTW, on my way home - I dropped a bag of litter out of car, down a cliff. Knowing my luck, I'll be arrested for littering (but that will be a whole other story).

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User blog:Jlokensky/My Woodstock Quest... continued

Jlokensky — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:41:20 GMT

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A number of years ago, I purchased a 2nd printing of the Woodstock Music and Arts Festival poster signed by the Artist, Arnold Skolnick, Richie Havens and Grace Slick. When I purchased it, I had the idea that I would obtain other signatures; however, life's circumstances prevented it. Visiting the site of the original Woodstock this past summer, re-awakened in me the desire to obtain the autographs on the poster of as many of the surviving performers as I can meet.

As mentioned in a prior blog, a couple of weeks ago, I had the distinct pleasure of meeting Mr. Marty Balin after a performance. Hearing him sing "Miracles" made the hair on the back of my neck stand up. Although, after he signed my poster, because I was wearing a Hell's Angels jacket, I was obliged to relive Altamont and knock him out (j/k).

This past Saturday, I obtained anothger signature. I drove out to Chatham, NJ to see John Sebastian. Another member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, former member of The Lovin' Spoonful, and writer/performer of the theme to "Welcome Back, Kotter". The venue was unique - a Presbyterian Church. He played a solo show for approximately 90 minutes telling some stories and playing most of his hits. Before he played "Do You Believe in Magic", he explained how it was, musically, a re-write of "Heatwave" by Martha and the Vandellas. He played Gus Cannon's "Prison Wall Blues" then later played "Younger Girl", which was musically inspired by the former. Also, featured were "Did You Ever Have To Make Up Your Mind", "Welcome Back", "Daydream", "Nashville Cats", and "You Didn't Have To Be So Nice". He played both acoustic and electric guitars, a banjo, and, of course, the harmonica. No Autoharp and "Summer in the City" was notably absent.

It was interesting- John Sebastian looks like he did 40 years ago - yes, a little older, a little balder - but not much. However, he had trouble with the higher keys and tried to hit them - although, the crowd did not object. After the show, he sold CD's and met fans - posing for pictures and signing autographs. I had not brought my camera - but he signed my poster, the CD that I bought, and a CD booklet of the "Do You Belive in Magic" which I brought.

Next up - either Arlo Guthrie on the 29th (If I can make it) or Country Joe McDonald on October 3rd.
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User blog:Jlokensky/Celebrating the Summer of Love (in a weekend)

Jlokensky — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 15:38:45 GMT

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On Saturday (August 11th), I attended Hippiefest 2007 at the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts, which is located on the former site of Max Yasgur's Alfalfa field, where the 1969 Woodstock Music and Arts Festival was held. The acts on the bill were Denny Laine (formerly of the Moody Blues and Paul McCarthney's Wings), Badfinfinger (with only Joey Molland), Country Joe McDonald, Felix Cavaliere of the Rascals / Young Rascals, The Zombies (with Colin Blunstone and Rod Argent), The Turtles (featuring Flo & Eddie a.k.a Mark Volman and Howard Kaylan), and Mountain.

First off, the venue, which only opened last summer, is gorgeous. It's similarly set-up like other outdoor venues like the Saratoga Performing Arts Center and the PNC Bank Arts Center (except newer and with better landscaping).

Before the show, Corky Laing (Mountain's Drummer) was signing autographs - which I took advantage of. Also, Felix Cavaliere signed autographs during one of the intermissions - so, I got to meet him as well.

Meeting the two rock stars was just the icing on the cake of a great show!

On Sunday, (August 12), I saw Marty Balin (of Jefferson Airplane and Jefferson Starship) at a club near my house. He played as part of a trio with Slick Aguilar on Guitar and Neil Alexander on keyboards. Another great show - although this one was in a more intimate setting (less than 100 were in attendance). He played nearly 2 hours.

I met him after the show and had him sign a Woodstock poster (also signed by Richie Havens and Grace Slick). I'm hoping to get as many performers (who are still alive) to sign it as possible.

I wouldn't have gone to Hippiefest, if I didn't spend all day in Liberty, NY tutoring. And I wouldn't have been in Liberty tutoring if I hadn't volunteered to save my tutoring coordinators ass (her words). So, I'm glad that I had the opportunity to be there (I forgive you, Kristen and take back most of the bad things I've said about you- even though, it's really far ).

So, a more detailed description of the show:

Country Joe McDonald served as host. He introduced Denny Laine. Denny Laine was backed by Godfrey Townshend on Guitar, Steve Murphy on Drums, John Conte on Bass, and Manny Focarazzo on Keyboards (These musicians also backed Joey Molland and Felix Cavaliere - and well). Although, he was billed as the Original Lead Singer of the Moody Blues, in his opening remarks, he announced that he was a part of Wings and introduced "Time to Hide" from Wings at the Speed of Sound. He also played "Live & Let Die" and finished with "Go Now", by the Moody Blues. And then he went.

Joey Molland was next and he played "Baby Blue". "Come and Get It", Day After Day", and "No Matter What". Joey Molland discussed how good it was to and the band left the stage.

Country Joe McDonald returned with an acoustic guitar and then introduced himself. He talked about how special the place was to him (Woodstock) and that he was back to play at every reunion on the site. He welcomed all those that were at the original. He also welcomed Veterans and briefly discussed his own military service (He was in the Navy), and welcomed Friends of Bill W (He's also an alcoholic). He played "Support the Troops" which was pro-military but Anti-Bush. Another song that I don't know the exact title of but repeated the phrases "Woodstock is in the mind" and "bring back the Sixties" (Help would be appreciated). He then did the FISH Cheer (had to be done at Woodstock) and then closed out his set with "I Feel like I'm Fixin' to Die Rag".

A B-3 organ was rolled out center stage with a synthesizer on top and Country Joe introduced Felix Cavaliere, who was backed the above mentioned musicians except for the keyboardist. He started his set with "Lonely Too Long" which melded into "Ain't Too Proud to Beg" setting the tome for his set. All songs were played as medleys inserting various bits into his own songs. Something that U2 has done. I'm not sure who had the idea first. I enjoyed it - although, I know that others didn't like it (I met someone at the Marty Balin show who was there and described his displeasure - also, I believe my friend, Lucy, who is not on My Space, who attended the show on Long Island, also expressed her frustration with the medleys). Next was "In the Midnight Hour" which incorporated elements of "Shout", "We Will Rock You", and "Living in America". Corky Laing came out and played a mini percussion set, and another gentleman, who played harmonica, came out and the band launched into "Groovin' "which also touched on "Apple, Peaches, Pumpkin Pie", "My Girl", and "Just My Imagination (Running Away with Me)". He also played "People Got to Be Free/Oh Happy Day/Everyday People/Nowhere to Run/Thank You (Falletin Me Be Mice Elf Again)/People Got To Be Free". While he playing that Country Joe came out and joined in on sang background vocals and Corky Laing switched to the tambourine. Mr. Cavaliere closed out his set with "Good Loving" with "La Bamba" inserted and I realized they were the same song (as are "Stand" by R.E.M. and "I Saw Her Standing There"). Corky Laing also played tambourine and the percussion kit.

There was a short intermission and then the Country Joe McDonald introduced the Zombies. He mentioned that he loved their lyrics, like "the way she accents the color of her hair". Colin Blunstone wearing a black Nehru style jacket and black slacks and Rod Argent stood behind a mountain of keyboards. They opened with "I Love You" and "Sticks and Stones". Rod Argent then stated how those songs were early Zombies and they were going to play the last song on the Zombies final album and then launched into "Time of the Season". Surprisingly, they also played Argent's "Hold Your Head Up". They closed out their set with "Tell Her No" and "She's Not There"

Mark Volman and Howard Kaylan (a.k.a. Flo and Eddie) performed their signature mixture of music and comedy and were a lot of fun. They played "You Baby", "It Ain't Me, Babe"; "Elenore"; "You Showed Me"; "She'd Rather Be With Me"; and, of course, "Happy Together".

Last, but not least, was Mountain. Leslie West, who plays a Les Paul Jr., made me want to paraphrase Chris Farley – "fat man with a little guitar". Leslie West, who played the original Woodstock, Corky Laing, who didn't, and bassist, Ritchie Scarlett, who probably wasn't born in '69, rocked. They opened with "Crossroads" in tribute to original bassist, Felix Pappaardi. Leslie West briefly discussed being at the original Woodstock and then they played "For Yasgur's Farm". Next was "Nantucket Sleighride" which merged into "Paint it, Black". They closed with "Mississippi Queen". The crowd demanded an encore and they broke into "The Star Spangled Banner" as arranged by James Marshall Hendrix.

The next night, I saw Marty Balin at the Turning Point Café in Piermont, NY, a small club that seats about 70 people. He played with Slick Aguilar on guitar and Neil Alexander on keyboards. Mr. Balin and Mr. Aguilar have been playing together for nearly 20 years and have a good chemistry. They joked around a lot and Mr. Balin even did an impression of Jerry Lewis to Mr. Aguilar's straight man ( ala Dean Martin). There was also interaction with the audience - apparently some folks have been following Mr. Balin around on the tour. But it was about the music. He played the following ( a couple of songs I wasn't sure of the title of and had to research – the ones I still don't know are preceded by a question mark - help would be appreciated).

With Your Love
Runaway
Atlanta Lady
? Only One
3/5 of a mile in 10 seconds
Count on Me
Summer of Love
Comin' Back to Me
Today (had to research that one, John & Steph)
? The Tide Reach Home
City Lights
It's No Secret
Plastic Fantastic Lover
? Keep Your Hat on, Jenny
? Sitting in a pub in Ireland
Don't Give Up
If I Had a Rocket Launcher (Bruce Cockburn cover)
Caroline
Miracles
Hearts

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Hl 1001 — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 12:28:10 GMT

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-	If I guess right you did the interviews with the artists. If they are ever published, please inform me so I can make them linkable. Currently I have added some footnotes so that the text isn't interrupted by the reference.	+	If I guess right you did the interviews with the artists. If they are ever published, please inform me so I can make them linkable. Currently I have added some footnotes so that the text isn't interrupted by the reference. [[User:Hl 1001\|Markus]] 12:28, November 30, 2009 (UTC)

-	No guess. I'm meeting these folks as part of my quest to obtain their autographs on a 2nd printing of the skolnick poster that I own and we chat a bit. As they tell me things about Woodstock. I figured that it would be good to add here. I also usually take a picture of me with the artist and lately I am sending the artist (or former artist) a letter with the picture askinbg for their autograph. In these letters, I am pointing them to their respective pages; therefore, you may see user requests from some of the actual people who we are writing about.	+	: No guess. I'm meeting these folks as part of my quest to obtain their autographs on a 2nd printing of the skolnick poster that I own and we chat a bit. As they tell me things about Woodstock. I figured that it would be good to add here. I also usually take a picture of me with the artist and lately I am sending the artist (or former artist) a letter with the picture askinbg for their autograph. In these letters, I am pointing them to their respective pages; therefore, you may see user requests from some of the actual people who we are writing about.

-	I'm having some problems figuring out the syntax for the footnotes - so, thank you for updating.	+	: I'm having some problems figuring out the syntax for the footnotes - so, thank you for updating. - Jack
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Jlokensky — Mon, 30 Nov 2009 12:26:07 GMT

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	If I guess right you did the interviews with the artists. If they are ever published, please inform me so I can make them linkable. Currently I have added some footnotes so that the text isn't interrupted by the reference.		If I guess right you did the interviews with the artists. If they are ever published, please inform me so I can make them linkable. Currently I have added some footnotes so that the text isn't interrupted by the reference.
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		+	No guess. I'm meeting these folks as part of my quest to obtain their autographs on a 2nd printing of the skolnick poster that I own and we chat a bit. As they tell me things about Woodstock. I figured that it would be good to add here. I also usually take a picture of me with the artist and lately I am sending the artist (or former artist) a letter with the picture askinbg for their autograph. In these letters, I am pointing them to their respective pages; therefore, you may see user requests from some of the actual people who we are writing about.
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		+	I'm having some problems figuring out the syntax for the footnotes - so, thank you for updating.
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		+	Jack

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Hl 1001 — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 18:05:58 GMT

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Setlist

Hl 1001 — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 18:05:24 GMT

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Wikia — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 17:56:05 GMT

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Setlist

72.71.115.48 — Sun, 29 Nov 2009 17:55:56 GMT

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Jimi Hendrix

Hl 1001 — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 16:28:01 GMT

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	The most obvious one is that he has restructured his band. The Jimi Hendrix Experience had just Mitch Mitchell on the drums and Noel Redding on the bass. For Woodstock Billy Cox (an old friend of Hendrix) replaced Redding and he also added a second guitarist, Larry Lee, and a rhythm section. There wasn't much time for rehearsal, or to quote Hendrix: "''Like we only had two rehearsals so we'll only do a primary rhythm thing''".		The most obvious one is that he has restructured his band. The Jimi Hendrix Experience had just Mitch Mitchell on the drums and Noel Redding on the bass. For Woodstock Billy Cox (an old friend of Hendrix) replaced Redding and he also added a second guitarist, Larry Lee, and a rhythm section. There wasn't much time for rehearsal, or to quote Hendrix: "''Like we only had two rehearsals so we'll only do a primary rhythm thing''".

-	And so it was again almost only a power-trio that performed at Woodstock. Though you can see all the musicians on stage playing you can only hear Cox, Mitchell and Hendrix - the percussionists and the second guitar mixed far in the background. That was probably not in favour of Jimi Hendrix who kept looking for some jamming during the longer, improvised songs. Juma Sulatan (in an unpublished interview with Jack Lokensky conducted on 10/25/2009 at the Living World Chapel in West Hurley, NY)claims that Eddie Kramer and Hendrix's people hated the new band format and didn't want to waiver from the three piece format which is the reason that Messrs. Lee, Sultan, and Velez are turned down in the mix. On the other hand it was him that left little room for other musicians to step in front. The whole structure of the show is centered around Hendrix guitar work and he constantly had to deliver.	+	And so it was again almost only a power-trio that performed at Woodstock. Though you can see all the musicians on stage playing you can only hear Cox, Mitchell and Hendrix - the percussionists and the second guitar mixed far in the background. That was probably not in favour of Jimi Hendrix who kept looking for some jamming during the longer, improvised songs. Juma Sulatan<ref>Unpublished interview with Jack Lokensky conducted on 10/25/2009 at the Living World Chapel in West Hurley, NY</ref> claims that Eddie Kramer and Hendrix's people hated the new band format and didn't want to waiver from the three piece format which is the reason that Messrs. Lee, Sultan, and Velez are turned down in the mix. On the other hand it was him that left little room for other musicians to step in front. The whole structure of the show is centered around Hendrix guitar work and he constantly had to deliver.

	The setlist was a mixture of well known Jimi Hendrix Experience songs as well as some new material. That includes "Message to Love" (called "Message to Universe" by Hendrix), "Jam Back at the House", "Izabella" and "Villanova Junction". They added some new aspects to the rendition of Hendrix œuvre but generally the band was more familiar with the older songs.		The setlist was a mixture of well known Jimi Hendrix Experience songs as well as some new material. That includes "Message to Love" (called "Message to Universe" by Hendrix), "Jam Back at the House", "Izabella" and "Villanova Junction". They added some new aspects to the rendition of Hendrix œuvre but generally the band was more familiar with the older songs.
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Sha Na Na

Hl 1001 — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 16:26:49 GMT

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-	As the movie shows the audience was left amazed with Sha Na Na's music. The people who were still at the festival site were waiting for the final act, [[Jimi Hendrix]]. Instead they were treated with some Rock & Roll dancing act. Rob Leonard (in an unpublished interview conducted by Jack Lokensky at a Starbucks coffee shop in Glen Cove, NY on November 22, 2009) and David Garrett (in an unpublished interview conducted by Jack Lokensky in the lobby of Mr. Garrett's New York City on November 22, 2009) claimed that they were asked to play the Woodstock Festival based upon Jimi Hendrix's recommendation to the Woodstock producers after Mr. Hendrix saw Sha-Na-Na at Steve Paul's The Scene Club during the summer of 1969.	+	As the movie shows the audience was left amazed with Sha Na Na's music. The people who were still at the festival site were waiting for the final act, [[Jimi Hendrix]]. Instead they were treated with some Rock & Roll dancing act. Rob Leonard<ref>Unpublished interview conducted by Jack Lokensky at a Starbucks coffee shop in Glen Cove, NY on November 22, 2009</ref> and David Garretty<ref>unpublished interview conducted by Jack Lokensky in the lobby of Mr. Garrett's New York City on November 22, 2009</ref> claimed that they were asked to play the Woodstock Festival based upon Jimi Hendrix's recommendation to the Woodstock producers after Mr. Hendrix saw Sha-Na-Na at Steve Paul's The Scene Club during the summer of 1969.

	But Sha Na Na wasn't bad at all. In fact they were quite entertaining playing some old-fashioned Rock & Roll in the vein of Teen Pop and Doo Wop. At times they even break out with a short, fifties-style guitar solo for instance in the song "At the Hop". It's too bad that the Elvis Presley classic "Jailhouse Rock" isn't available.		But Sha Na Na wasn't bad at all. In fact they were quite entertaining playing some old-fashioned Rock & Roll in the vein of Teen Pop and Doo Wop. At times they even break out with a short, fifties-style guitar solo for instance in the song "At the Hop". It's too bad that the Elvis Presley classic "Jailhouse Rock" isn't available.

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Hl 1001 — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 16:25:31 GMT

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-	Hi, welcome to Woodstock Wiki! Thanks for your edit to the [[:Blood, Sweat & Tears]] page.	+	== Unpublished Interviews ==

-	Please leave a message on [[User talk:Hl 1001\|my talk page]] if I can help with anything! -- [[User:Hl 1001\|Hl 1001]] ([[User_talk:Hl 1001\|Talk]]) 04:47, 8 July 2009	+	If I guess right you did the interviews with the artists. If they are ever published, please inform me so I can make them linkable. Currently I have added some footnotes so that the text isn't interrupted by the reference.

Tim Hardin

Hl 1001 — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 16:22:16 GMT

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-	Since his early days of his career Tim Hardin was addicted to heroin. The fact that he was stoned made it hard for the other musicians to follow, reported by his drummer Steve Booker<ref>[http://www.artistwd.com/joyzine/music/woodstock/woodstock.php Interview with drummer Steve Booker]</ref>.	+	Since his early days of his career Tim Hardin was addicted to heroin. The fact that he was stoned made it hard for the other musicians to follow, reported by his drummer Steve Booker<ref>[http://www.artistwd.com/joyzine/music/woodstock/woodstock.php Interview with drummer Steve Booker]</ref>. However, Gilles Malkine<ref>Unpublished interview conducted by Jack Lokensky on October 25, 2009 in Woodstock, NY</ref> states that Tim Hardin had studied acting and only acted stoned because he did not want to perform first as he, as well as the rest of the band, were overwhelmed by the immensity of the crowd. Mr. Malkine acknowledged that the Woodstock set was the worst performance that Tim Hardin gave during Mr. Malkines tenure with the band.
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-	Gilles Malkine (in an unpublished interview conducted by Jack Lokensky on October 25, 2009 in Woodstock, NY) states that Tim Hardin had studied acting and only acted stoned because he did not want to perform first as he, as well as the rest of the band, were overwhelmed by the immensity of the crowd. Mr. Malkine acknowledged that the Woodstock set was the worst performance that Tim Hardin gave during Mr. Malkines tenure with the band.

	== Availability ==		== Availability ==

Sha Na Na

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-	Only 12 minutes of recordings - which are already six songs - are available. Mostly they can be found on film outtakes. "At the Hop", which ends with the "Na Na Theme", is included in the [[Woodstock (movie)\|movie]] and on the [[Woodstock - Three Days of Peace and Music\|box-set]]. "Teen Angel" is available on the Woodstock 40th Anniversary Special Edition DVD. "Duke of Earl" is available on the Woodstock Diary DVD.	+	Only 12 minutes of recordings - which are already six songs - are available. Mostly they can be found on film outtakes. "At the Hop", which ends with the "Na Na Theme", is included in the [[Woodstock (movie)\|movie]] and on the [[Woodstock - Three Days of Peace and Music\|box-set]]. "Teen Angel" is available on the [[Woodstock (movie) \| Woodstock 40<sup>th</sup> Anniversary DVD]]. "Duke of Earl" is available on [[Woodstock Diaries]].

	=== Audio ===		=== Audio ===

Tim Hardin

Jlokensky — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 14:23:16 GMT

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	Since his early days of his career Tim Hardin was addicted to heroin. The fact that he was stoned made it hard for the other musicians to follow, reported by his drummer Steve Booker<ref>[http://www.artistwd.com/joyzine/music/woodstock/woodstock.php Interview with drummer Steve Booker]</ref>.		Since his early days of his career Tim Hardin was addicted to heroin. The fact that he was stoned made it hard for the other musicians to follow, reported by his drummer Steve Booker<ref>[http://www.artistwd.com/joyzine/music/woodstock/woodstock.php Interview with drummer Steve Booker]</ref>.
	<!-- TODO: write about played songs -->		<!-- TODO: write about played songs -->
		+	Gilles Malkine (in an unpublished interview conducted by Jack Lokensky on October 25, 2009 in Woodstock, NY) states that Tim Hardin had studied acting and only acted stoned because he did not want to perform first as he, as well as the rest of the band, were overwhelmed by the immensity of the crowd. Mr. Malkine acknowledged that the Woodstock set was the worst performance that Tim Hardin gave during Mr. Malkines tenure with the band.

	== Availability ==		== Availability ==

Sha Na Na

Jlokensky — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 14:03:12 GMT

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-	As the movie shows the audience was left amazed with Sha Na Na's music. The people who were still at the festival site were waiting for the final act, [[Jimi Hendrix]]. Instead they were treated with some Rock & Roll dancing act.	+	As the movie shows the audience was left amazed with Sha Na Na's music. The people who were still at the festival site were waiting for the final act, [[Jimi Hendrix]]. Instead they were treated with some Rock & Roll dancing act. Rob Leonard (in an unpublished interview conducted by Jack Lokensky at a Starbucks coffee shop in Glen Cove, NY on November 22, 2009) and David Garrett (in an unpublished interview conducted by Jack Lokensky in the lobby of Mr. Garrett's New York City on November 22, 2009) claimed that they were asked to play the Woodstock Festival based upon Jimi Hendrix's recommendation to the Woodstock producers after Mr. Hendrix saw Sha-Na-Na at Steve Paul's The Scene Club during the summer of 1969.

	But Sha Na Na wasn't bad at all. In fact they were quite entertaining playing some old-fashioned Rock & Roll in the vein of Teen Pop and Doo Wop. At times they even break out with a short, fifties-style guitar solo for instance in the song "At the Hop". It's too bad that the Elvis Presley classic "Jailhouse Rock" isn't available.		But Sha Na Na wasn't bad at all. In fact they were quite entertaining playing some old-fashioned Rock & Roll in the vein of Teen Pop and Doo Wop. At times they even break out with a short, fifties-style guitar solo for instance in the song "At the Hop". It's too bad that the Elvis Presley classic "Jailhouse Rock" isn't available.