Elliott Brood to play Halifax @ the Paragon

Elliott Brood is a band from somewhere in Ontario that plays great “death country” (or folk rock) music on traditional instruments (eg. banjo, guitar, and simple drum kit). Some (or a lot) of their tunes feature ukuleles. Their videos have been featured on UkuleleHunt.com a number of times. On Nov. 13 they are scheduled to [...]

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Next HUG – Monday, November 2

From Rev Hank (Mike)…
Here is the list of tunes we’ll be playing on Monday’s HUG gathering (Nov 2, 7-9pm, Celtic Corner across from Alderney Gate).  I thought we’d focus on getting 10 tunes down pat, rather than playing new stuff.  We can work on some strumming techniques as well.
These Songs:

Will the Circle Be Unbroken
Ring of [...]

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Full lyrics to “The Littlest Hobo” theme song

Here are the full lyrics:
Maybe Tomorrow – Terry Bush
- The theme from “The Littlest Hobo” (1979)
[whistling intro]
There’s a voice that keeps on calling me
Down the road is where I’ll always be
Every stop I make, I’ll make a new friend
Can’t stay for long, just turn around and I’m gone again.
Maybe tomorrow, I’ll want to settle down,
Until [...]

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new John Kavanagh CD soon to be released

I have heard that the new CD, called “Small Rooms”, is in press. Mary McFarlane (wife of JK) is hoping to have it ready for the Ceilidh later this month.

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Next HUG Nite – Monday, October 5

Hi folks… Just a reminder that uke night is this Monday, October 5 from 7-9 at Celtic Corner.
I plan to post some music on the this site by the weekend at the latest. When I have it loaded, I’ll send out a follow up message.
See you there!

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Next HUG Night – Monday, September 14

The next gathering of the Halifax Ukulele Gang is Monday, September 14 from 7-9 pm at the Celtic Corner pub on Alderney Drive in Dartmouth.
Our summer turnout was great and we hope to see everyone back for the fall season, along with many newcomers. Remember, if you have a uke, bring it. If you don’t [...]

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HUG accompanies Matt Mays at Canoe ‘09 concert

HUG members made a showing at the World Canoe Championships at Banook Lake in Dartmouth, accompanying Matt Mays on “Your Heart” at the Canoe ‘09 concert on Saturday, August 14. Eight ukes joined Matt on the song. Matt was planning to strum along with us, but at the last minute, he [...]

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uke album to benefit cancer . . . Killian Mansfield of NY

This is what Amazon’s blurb says:
SOMEWHERE ELSE is the dream project of Killian Mansfield, a 15-year-old ukulele wizard from Woodstock, NY who is battling a rare form of cancer. Eclectic, uplifting, fun and funky, SOMEWHERE ELSE is a mix of songs performed by Killian with critically acclaimed singers and musicians including Dr. John, Kate Pierson, [...]

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Special rates at White Pt. Bch. Lodge for Ukulele Ceilidh

Just a note that White Point Beach Lodge is offering registrants at the Ceilidh a special “Ceilidh Rate” of $90 plus tax for a double room for the weekend. As of today, there are still plenty of rooms but best to book as soon as you know your schedule since these rooms go quickly.

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Square Pegs, Round Holes

I received this note from Steve from the Barnkickers:
“Square Pegs & Round Holes” is a compilation CD that was produced by Steve Boisen of The Barnkickers to benefit the American Asperger’s Association (AAA), a non-profit organization that provides free treatment to children with Asperger’s Syndrome which is a type of high functioning autism. The title [...]

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