=============================================== *** R O C K Y M O U N T A I N H I G H *** =============================================== The John Denver Internet Fan Club Monthly Newsletter March 2009 Editor: Emily M. Parris ================================================ http://www.rockymtnhigh.org * emily@parris.net ================================================ Table of Contents March 2009 - Issue #179 John Denver Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 2009 John Denver Memorial Events in October. . . . . . .4 Poetry Corner: "My Dear Friend John" by David L. Miller. . . . . . .6 John Denver Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 John Denver Want Ads. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 ======================================= J O H N D E N V E R E V E N T S ======================================= March 21, 2009 – Frederick, MD – “Friends With You” band in Concert / Weinberg Center for the Arts / 20 W. Patrick St. 7:30pm (301) 788-7090 http://www.friendswithyouband.com March 21, 2009 – UK – John Adams Concert for Friends of John Denver will follow the spring Denver Day / Christine Moon fojdclub@fojd.org.uk * http://www.fojd.org.uk April 2-4, 2009 - West Palm Beach, FL - Concert Series titled "Country Roads" is being presented at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts. It will feature the music of John Denver and Dan Fogelberg - performed by Bob Stillman http://www.kravis.org April 3, 2009 - Netherlands - John Adams concert in Hendrik Ido Ambacht (near Rotterdam) in Cascade theater. Tickets go on sale 9-8-08. April 6, 2009 - Altadena, CA - "A Tribute to the Music of John Denver" - Jim Curry - Coffee Gallery Backstage $15 2029 N. Lake / Altadena, CA 91001 * 8:00pm Reservations: (626) 398-7917 http://www.coffeegallery.com April 17, 2009 - Kansas City, MO - "The Music of John Denver" will be performed by the Kansas City Symphony at 8:00pm at the Church of the Resurrection / 5001 W. 137th Street / Leawood, KS 66224 http://www.kcsymphony.org Jim Curry will be joined by his band as well as former John Denver band members Alan Deremo, Ritchie Gajate Garcia and Pete Huttlinger. (816) 471-0400 / www.JimCurryMusic.com Guest Conductor: Lee Holdridge April 18, 2009 – Austin, TX – “Friends With You” band in concert. (301) 788-7090 http://www.friendswithyouband.com April 18, 2009 - Churchville, PA - Earth Day Celebration Concert with Chris Westfall 7:30pm. "Earth Day Every Day!" The evening will include a wide variety of music. Tickets: $10/person. Please call the Nature Center for tickets. Churchville Nature Center 501 Churchville Lane Churchville, PA 18966 215-357-4005 or churchvillenaturecenter@co.bucks.pa.us www.churchvillenaturecenter.org Info: pattiannctr@verizon.net April 24, 2009 – Independence, KY – John Denver Tribute Concert By Mark Cormican / Kenton County Library 7:00pm (859) 962-4030 http://www.markcormican.com April 25 ,2009 – Shelton, WA, "A Tribute to the Music of John Denver" starring Jim Curry and his Band 8:00 pm at the Little Creek Casino, 91 W State Route 108 Shelton, WA 98584 http://www.theparamount.net, http://www.JimCurryMusic.com May 8 & 9, 2009 – Las Vegas NV. "A Tribute to the Music of John Denver" starring Jim Curry and his Band 8:00 pm at the Silverton Hotel and Casino, Silverton Casino Lodge 3333 Blue Diamond Road, Las Vegas, NV 89139, (866) 946-4373, (702) 263-7777 http://www.JimCurryMusic.com May 2, 2009 – Atlanta, GA – “Friends With You” Band (678) 576-0269 http://www.friendswithyouband.com May 9, 2009 - Mandello Del Lario (Lake Como)ITALY - Mack Bailey, Chris Nole, and Pete Huttlinger in concert. Teatro San Lorenzo Via XXIV Maggio 8pm chrisnole@comcast.net May 11 & 12, 2009 - St. Gallen SWITZERLAND - Mack Bailey, Chris Nole, and Pete Huttlinger in concert. Kellerbuhne Das St. Galler Kleintheater. http://www.kellerbuehne.ch/seiten/spielplan.php#Anker4 chrisnole@comcast.net May 16, 2009 at 7:30 p.m. - Mt Holly Springs, PA - Christopher Westfall - "An Evening of Acoustic Music" - Will include Chris'original songs, covers by various artists, and some patriotic songs to honor Armed Forces Day. Holly Inn, 31 Baltimore Ave., Mt. Holly Springs, PA in their banquet room - srose312@embarqmail.com or http://www.hollyinn.com. May 23, 2009 - North Yorkshire, UK - Ray and Jackie are putting on a concert by Mack Bailey and Rachel Levy at Kirkby Church Hall, North Yorkshire, Tickets are £10.00 and doors open at 7.30pm. Send a cheque payable to Jackie Freeman to Feet First, 53 High St. Stokesely, North Yorkshire. TS9 7AN (include SASE) Telephone number is 01642 713575 Ray & Jackie’s website http://www.freewebs.com/feet-first-stokesley-north-yorkshire-uk/ May 30, 2009 - Bristol, PA ~ Charlie Zahm at the Silver Lake Nature Center: Charlie Zahm songs celebrating Nature, the Earth, and the Great Outdoors. Join him at Silver Lake Nature Center's beautiful outdoor amphitheater (indoors if inclement weather). 7:30pm Silver Lake Nature Center 1306 Bath Rd, Bristol, PA 19007 Come early to enjoy the trails and exhibits. Tickets: $10/person. Call 215-785-1177 or pacutter@co.bucks.pa.us http://www.charliezahm.com June 13, 2009 – Hamilton, OH – “Friends With You” Band (859) 567-2955 http://www.friendswithyouband.com June 14, 2009 - JAPAN - John Denver Tribute Concert in Ginza, Tokyo - Tanaka Takeru sings John Denver's best-loved hits, joined by Suga Katsutoshi and Daniel Clay Idol / Ginza TACT / 6-9-15 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, JAPAN / +81-3- 3571-3939 (03-3571-3939) / 1:00pm / 2,800 yen http://www.bekkoame.ne.jp/~nisenora/e-pineapplers-liveinfo.html June 19, 2009 - Kennecott, Alaska - "John Denver Solstice Tribute 6:00pm Recreation Hall / Live music, video, potluck dinner and storytelling info@wrangells.org (907) 554-4464 http://www.wrangells.org June 27, 2009 - Denver, CO - "John Denver - The Tribute" with Roy Rivers, featuring Steve Weisberg. 8:00pm $25 Red Rocks Amphitheater http://www.john-denver-tribute.com June 27, 2009 - JAPAN - John Denver Tribute Concert in Komae, Tokyo - Tanaka Takeru sings John Denver's best-loved hits. / add9th / 1-2-6 Nakaizumi, Komae-city, Tokyo, JAPAN / +81-3-3480-4996 (03-3480-4996) / 7:30 pm / 2,000yen http://www.bekkoame.ne.jp/~nisenora/e-pineapplers-liveinfo.html July 11, 2009 - Modesto, CA - "A Tribute to the Music of John Denver" starring Jim Curry and his band. Gallo Center for the Arts Mary Stewart Rogers Theater (209) 338-2100 toll free: 1-877-488-3380 http://www.galloarts.com http://www.jimcurrymusic.com July 14, 2009 - Estes Park, CO - "John Denver Tribute Concert" - TropiCowboy Band / Brad & Kathy Fitch http://www.tropicowboy.com July 25, 2009 - Hesston, PA - "Headin' To The Mountains II": An Evening with Christopher Westfall! 7:30pm Seven Points Amphitheater, Raystown Lake, 7 Points Road, Hesston, PA. srose312@embarqmail.com * http://raystown.nab.usace.army.mil/. August 1, 2009 - Hesston, PA - "Friends With You Band - Tribute to John Denver 7:00 - 10:00pm / Seven Points Amphitheater - Raystown Lake Seven Points Road - Hesston, PA / Free admission but donations accepted. Suzanne < srose312@embarqmail.com > or Patty < pjspiker@verizon.net > http://raystown.nab.usace.army.mil/ August 2, 2009 - Dana Point, CA - "A Tribute to the Music of John Denver" starring Jim Curry and his band - City of Dana Point, Heritage Park 34400 Old Golden Lantern (949) 248-3530 http://www.danapoint.org * http://www.jimcurrymusic.com August 7, 2009 - Holly Springs, PA - Chris Collins and friends in Concert 7:00 p.m, Tickets: $15.00 Holly Inn, 31 Baltimore Ave, Mt. Holly Springs, PA Info: srose312@embarqmail.com or pjspiker@verizon.net, www.hollyinn.com or the Holly Inn 717-486-3823. September 5, 2009 - Big Bear Lake, CA - "A Tribute to the Music of John Denver" starring Jim Curry and his Band. (909) 866-3437 http://www.bigbeardiscoverycenter.com http://www.jimcurrymusic.com September 12, 2009 - Claremont, CA - " A Tribute to the Music of John Denver" starring Jim Curry Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden (909) 625-8767 http://www.rsabg.org http://www.jimcurrymusic.com September 18, 2009 - Charlottesville, VA - "A Tribute to the Music of John Denver" will be performed by Jim Curry, his band, and special guest Jim Connor 8:00pm at the Paramount Theater, 215 East Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902 (434) 979-1333 http://www.theparamount.net http://www.JimCurryMusic.com October 8, 2009 - Aspen CO - Wheeler Opera House – THE JOHN DENVER ALL STAR TRIBUTE BAND IN CONCERT "Doin' Their Own Thing" MACK BAILEY - DENNY BROOKS - BILL DANOFF - ALAN DEREMO - PETE HUTTLINGER CHRIS NOLE - HERB PEDERSEN - KENN ROBERTS JIM SALESTROM - JOHN SOMMERS - MOLLIE WEAVER Tickets go on sale June 2009! http://www.wheeleroperahouse.com/wheeler/ OCTOBER 9th & 10th, 2009 – ASPEN, CO - THE WHEELER OPERA HOUSE 12th Annual JOHN DENVER TRIBUTE CONCERTS Celebrating the Man and his Music MACK BAILEY - DENNY BROOKS - BILL DANOFF ALAN DEREMO - PETE HUTTLINGER - DON GROVE MICHAEL JOHNSON (special guest - both nights!) GARY MULE DEER - CHRIS NOLE - HERB PEDERSEN - KENN ROBERTS JIM SALESTROM - JOHN SOMMERS - MOLLIE WEAVER Tickets go on sale June 2009! http://www.wheeleroperahouse.com/wheeler/ October 10, 2009 - Ashcroft, CO - Pine Creek Cookhouse Luncheon 11:00am - 3:00pm / Tickets $50 includes a gourmet lunch. A DVD from the film libtrary of Mr. John Wilcox will be available for purchase at the event. It is not included in the admission price. "Friends With You Band" will perform. Email Jennifer at windwalker@samsco.org October 11, 2009 - Pacific Grove, California - John Denver Tribute - Info: pixiedmyr@aol.com Branson, MO - Monday through Saturday 10:00am "A Tribute to John Denver & Country Music Legends" James Garrett sings John Denver's best-loved hits. IMAX Little Opry Theatre / 3562 Shepherd of the Hills Expressway / Branson, MO 65616 (800) 419-4832 <*> <*> <*> <*> <*> <*> <*> <*> <*> <*> <*> <*> <*> ================================ 2009 JOHN DENVER MEMORIAL EVENTS ================================ The Expect a Miracle...Now, Foundation presents: THURSDAY OCTOBER 8th 2009 - THE WHEELER OPERA HOUSE - Aspen CO THE JOHN DENVER ALL STAR TRIBUTE BAND IN CONCERT "Doin' Their Own Thing" Join these world class musicians, singers, and songwriters for a special evening of music and good times. Coming together each October for twelve years to celebrate the musical legacy of their friend and collaborator John Denver - Hear this all star line up for the first time performing their own music as only they can. Featuring the original music of: MACK BAILEY - DENNY BROOKS BILL DANOFF - ALAN DEREMO - PETE HUTTLINGER CHRIS NOLE - HERB PEDERSEN - KENN ROBERTS JIM SALESTROM - JOHN SOMMERS - MOLLIE WEAVER Tickets go on sale June 2009! http://www.wheeleroperahouse.com/wheeler/ produced by Karmen T. Dopslaff FACEBOOK LINK: http://www.facebook.com/pages/12th-Annual-Tribute-to-John-Denver/68829471856 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Expect a Miracle...Now, Foundation presents: FRIDAY & SATURDAY - OCTOBER 9th & 10th 2009 THE WHEELER OPERA HOUSE - Aspen CO 12th Annual JOHN DENVER TRIBUTE CONCERTS Celebrating the Man and his Music MACK BAILEY - DENNY BROOKS - BILL DANOFF ALAN DEREMO - PETE HUTTLINGER - DON GROVE MICHAEL JOHNSON (special guest - both nights!) GARY MULE DEER - CHRIS NOLE - HERB PEDERSEN - KENN ROBERTS JIM SALESTROM - JOHN SOMMERS - MOLLIE WEAVER Tickets go on sale June 2009! http://www.wheeleroperahouse.com/wheeler/ produced by Karmen T. Dopslaff ===============-============= JOHN DENVER'S BIRTHDAY PARTY ============================= Hey Folks, Everyone's getting excited ... We're going to have a great time ... You are invited to John Denver’s Birthday Party with the North Carolina Friends of John Denver When: January 3, 2009 Where: 3049 Cinder Bluff Dr. Raleigh, NC 27603 Time: 6:00 – until we go out for brunch on Sunday RSVP: Kim Leese Leesefamily@nc.rr.com 919-301-8647 * There is floor room left so bring your sleeping bag/cots/blow up mattress and pillow if you can stay the night Or there are a couple of close Inns to stay at down the street if you prefer one of these. * Please bring a munchie to share and your choice of beverage to drink. =============== POETRY CORNER =============== My Dear "Friend" John by David L. Miller How can some folks seem so akin - we've never met nor will. Our paths uncrossed o'er oceans vast, you knew me not - but still - Your music touched my very soul you brought a tear you filled a hole. You taught me how to love our world in ways I'd never dreamed before. We both yearned to fly into space, on eagle's wings, our sights to soar. I wish I could have known you, John, though in some ways I do. The passion of your voice sings forth each note, each word ring "You." Although the Bard is gone away I never shall forget Your twinkling eyes, your great broad grin, still echo with me yet. ______________ David L Miller c. 2009 ==================================== J O H N D E N V E R N O T E S ==================================== CORRECTION: On May 30, 2009, the "Concert in the Woods" is in BRISTOL, PA - not in Colorado. I apologize for the misinformation in the last RMH Newsletter. "Concert in the Woods" - Charlie Zahm Silver Lake Nature Center / 1306 Bath Rd. Bristol, PA 19007 7:30pm $10 per person / PattiAnn (215) 785-1177 pacutter@co.bucks.pa.us http://www.silverlakenaturecenter.org http://www.charliezahm.com - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -- - - - - - - - - - - - - - Michiel has uploaded some special Christmas videos to his site at http://www.tenbrug.nl/JohnDenver. Both are from bootleg concert recordings, one from the 1993 Christmas concert in Tulsa, the other one from the 1988 Christmas concert in New Haven. So, enjoy almost 20 minutes of John Denver Christmas music! Michiel has also changed the menu style on his site a bit, because the menu was not working with all internet browser programs. You can go to the most frequently updated pages (with clips of John, and the overview of John Denver events in Holland and the YouTube clips of Dutch fan club artists) directly from the menu on the left of the Home page, the other pages are still available, but now to be found through the sitemap. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Memorial for John - While searching for a new site for "Light A Candle For John" I ran across this site. http://john-denver.memory-of.com/About.aspx Linda E - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - From: Thomas Crum < tom@aikiworks.com > Subject: “Three Deep Breaths” in Paperback! "Three Deep Breaths" by Thomas Crum Now Available in Paperback Three Deep Breaths: Finding Power and Presence in a Stressed-Out World These days all of us lead hectic, stressful lives. And most of us react to difficult circumstances by struggling against them, which only creates more tension. Three Deep Breaths provides a welcome alternative-a simple technique that you can use, no matter how busy you are, to transform tough situations into positive, energizing experiences. The technique combines our innate but underutilized ability to change our attitudes and perceptions of the world with the calmness and presence of a centered state of being. Thomas Crum illustrates this radically simple technique through the story of Angus, who is struggling to break through the negative habits that lead to anger, exhaustion, and poor performance. We follow Angus as he learns to use powerful mind/body skills to maintain clarity and purpose in the midst of seeming chaos, to redirect negative energy to more positive purposes, and to open up a whole new world of possibility. The quality of our lives depends not on whether or not we have difficulties but on how we respond to them. Tom Crum's teachings-which you can do in an instant, anywhere, at any time- will turn your stress of today into a purposeful, prosperous tomorrow. Introductory Web Price: $9.95 http://www.aikiworks.com "Three Deep Breaths is an incredibly unique and effective approach to dealing with stress-if used correctly, it could add years to your life." -Stephen R. Covey, author of the bestselling The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People and The 8th Habit: From Effectiveness to Greatness - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - From: Angie Wishart - Angus, ON Canada One of our 2007 Canadian Idol (Top 8) contestants, Carly Rae Jepson has released her new album and it features "Sunshine On My Shoulders". It gets a lot of airplay on our local easy-listening radio station and it is a very good version. I really enjoy it and hope that everyone gets a chance to listen to it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-k5KRE2ZFCI ======================================== J O H N D E N V E R W A N T A D S ======================================== Mary Ledford < eagleshorses@yahoo.com > John Denver CASSETTES available: * "Take Me Home – The John Denver Story” * “An Evening With” (double cassette) – includes bonus tracks from Red Rocks * An Evening With – Twin Pack – single cassette includes all songs * “I Want To Live” * “One World” - 2 copies * “The Flower That Shattered The Stone” – 2 copies * “JD Live At The Sydney Opera House” – 2 copies * “Best Songs of John Denver” – Voice of America * “Merry Christmas Aspen” And many others…. Email her for the complete list COST: $3.00/single cassette – includes postage US; International $4.00 $4.00/double cassette – includes postage US; International $5.50 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Peaceful Blue Planet http://www.peacefulblueplanet.org Todd Smith - John Denver Videos from YouTube http://www.mogulus.com/johndenvertv Michiel's web site http://www.tenbrug.nl/JohnDenver To subscribe: rockymountainhigh-subscribe@emissives.com To unsubscribe: rockymountainhigh-unsubscribe@emissives.com ************************************************************* Rocky Mountain High: The John Denver Internet Fan Club emily@parris.net http://www.rockymtnhigh.org March 2009 * Issue #179 * Editor: Emily M. Parris *************************************************************