J~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~J O R O C K Y M O U N T A I N H I G H O H =============================================== H N The John Denver Internet Fan Club N D D E M O N T H L Y N E W S L E T T E R E N N V S E P T E M B E R 2 0 0 1 V E E R Emily Parris emily@sky.net http://www.sky.net/~emily R ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Table of Contents September 2001 * Issue #89 John Denver's "Official" Website.....................2 John Denver Events...................................2 Letter from Ron Deutschendorf on WINDSTAR............4 John Denver Event Reviews: "An Evening for Peace" by Bonnie Woolsy............5 John Denver CD Reviews: "John Denver Gems Uncovered" by Emily Parris.......6 Track Listing for the new Christmas CD...............7 John Denver Notes....................................8 Poetry Corner: "John" by Elizabeth Seger..........................9 John Denver Want Ads/For Sale.......................10 * * * "Rejoice in the creative spirit that lives within you. Use it consciously to create the life and the world you want"... John Denver * * * "OFFICIAL" JOHN DENVER WEBSITE ============================== There is now an official John Denver website at http://www.johndenver.com It has sections on "Biography", "Music", "Philanthropy", "Current Events" and "Licensing." The "Retrospective" section has an extensive Photo Gallery with some photos that have never been seen before. The Philanthropy section tells about the foundations John founded or was involved with. This beautifully illustrated and arranged site is sure to bring a smile to John Denver fans! ======================================== J O H N D E N V E R E V E N T S ======================================== Sept 1, 2001 * New Hampshire Friends of JD annual Barbeque 3:00pm MacDowell Lake Picnic Shelter / Peterborough, NH $5 Paul Swanton & Tina Waldron http://www.nae.usace.army.mil/recreati/eml/emlhome.htm Sept 7-9, 2001 * Asheville, NC - Sacred Circle Holistic Fair (A JD-inspired event) http://www.spirituallinks.net Sept 11, 2001 * Winfield, KS / Pete Huttlinger - free concert with the Walnut River String Band 6:00pm Sept 12, 2001 * Winfield, KS / Pete Huttlinger & Pat Kirtley will be teaching a hands on fingerstyle guitar workshop followed by a concert (7:00pm) sponsored by Taylor Guitar Company http://www.wvfest.com 620-221-3250 Sept 13-16, 2001 * Winfield, KS / Walnut Valley Festival David Mallett and other JD related artists will be there. 316-221-3250 http://www.wvfest.com Sept 22, 2001 * Pt. Richmond, CA / Brickyard Landing Clubhouse / JD - His Music & Spirit with George Schumer & Friends / Potluck 6:00pm Program 7:30 / Singalong 9:00pm no charge Info: George Schumer Sept 22-23, 2001 * 9th Annual Prayer Vigil for the Earth in Washington, DC / JD Memorial Peace Cloth will be on display on the mall near the Washington Monument. Time: Sunrise http://www.oneprayer.org 703-620-2577 Sept 23, 2001 * TV: 5:30PM The Muppets (with guest John Denver) VISN (Eastern Time) Sept 23, 2001 * TV: 9:00pm "Foxfire" on VISN (Eastern Time) Sept 29-30, 2001 - Germany - "Music and Communication's" annual Denver Weekend in Sinzig near Bonn. http://www.johndenverclub.de October 1-5, 2001 * Lyons, CO / Tom Crum's Aikiworks: "Journey to Center" www.aikiworks.com October 7, 2001 * Birmingham, AL / Annual John Denver Memorial Concert 2:00pm. Rhodes Park / 2803 Highland Ave. http://www.jimaycock.com / Admission: 2 canned food items October 11, 2001 * Aspen, CO * Worship Service at the John Denver Sanctuary 6:00pm / Keith Perry officiating / Many singers also involved * Deb October 11, 2001 * Aspen, CO * It's About Time - Musical Tribute to the Vision of John Denver / Donna Lipman & Friends / Aspen District Theater, 0199 High School Road, 7:30pm Desert Party 9:30pm http://www.rocketshipearth.org (512) 912-8722 or (512) 493-7309 October 11, 2001 * Aspen, CO * Lift Trip up the Mountain to the Rocky Mountain High Ski Run 8:30am - 4:00pm. $50 Info October 11, 2001 * Aspen, CO * John Denver Sanctuary Cleanup 9:00-Noon / Info October 12, 2001 * Aspen, CO / 1:00-5:00pm Concert at the Mtn. Chalet - Benefit for JD Memorial Peace Cloth / Mack Bailey, Ron Rich, John Adams, Jim Connor and Donna Lipman / Special Guest-Kenny Frost $15 Info: October 12-14, 2001 * Pacific Grove, CA * 4th Annual John Denver Memorial Beach Cleanup and Tribute / Concert 10/13, Beach Cleanup 10/14, Evening Vigils - Friday, 10/12 & Sunday, 10/14 (Events also listed separately) October 12, 2001 * Pacific Grove, CA * Informal Candlelight Vigil at John Denver Beach (Ocean View Blvd. & Acropolis) 5:00-6:00pm Info: October 12-14, 2001 * Aspen, CO / Fourth Annual Musical Tribute to JD * Wheeler Opera House / Fax (970) 923-7338 $40 / VIP $125 October 12, 2001 * Aspen, CO - Sing at the Assisted Living Center / More info: October 12, 2001 * Aspen, CO / Campfire 2001 6:00pm near Maroon Bells / More info: October 12, 2001 * Phoenix, AZ / Tribute to John Denver - Free concert by local musicians / 4-10pm Papago Park / Pavilion Stage Area next to ramadas #9 & #10 (480) 496-6980 or (More information in JD Notes) October 13, 2001 * Aspen, CO / "Let This Be A Voice" / $15.00 JD Auction/Lunch/Concert * Mountain Chalet Ballroom / 11:00am-3:00pm * Checks to: Pam Beasley / 721 Ravencroft Drive / Garland, TX 75043 October 13, 2001 * Aspen, CO "Dancing with the Mountains" 9:00pm - 1:00am / Keith & Deb Perry October 13, 2001 * Aspen, CO "Dinner at the Tower Restaurant" 4:00pm $26 Payment + SASE to: Vicki Wells / 420 SW 38th St. / Cape Coral, FL 33914 October 13, 2001 * Monterey, CA * Presentation/concert/ singalong - Monterey Marriott Hotel, 350 Calle Principal 7:30pm Tickets $10 at the door Kerry Zallar-emcee / George Schumer of Singing Skies Fnd. October 13-14, 2001 - Salida, CO / 2001 JD Celebration $35 Now taking reservations. / Christine Smith, 0478 CR 46, Howard, CO 81233 http://john-denver.org/web/events/aspen2001/smith.html October 13-14, 2001 - New Zealand - "The Returning/Coming Home Event" (See info in JD Notes) October 14, 2001 - Open House at the Windstar Foundation / Snowmass, CO * 11:00am-5:00pm http://www.wstar.org October 14, 2001 * Pacific Grove, CA * Beach Cleanup 10:30am Lovers Point Park to John Denver Beach - Picnic/singalong after at Lover's Point Park * Info: October 14, 2001 * Pacific Grove, CA * 5:00-6:00pm Candlelight Vigil at John Denver Beach October 15, 2001 - Aspen, CO - John Adams will perform at the Wheeler Opera House 7:00pm http://www.wheeleroperahouse.com $35 1-970-920-5770 http://www.johnadams.nl/agenda.htm October 15, 2001 * Aspen, CO "Tapestry in Aspen" 1-4pm in the ballroom / Mountain Chalet Hotel / 333 East Durant Street $12 / Reservations: Checks payable to: Columbine Trust Foundation / PO Box 11807 / Aspen, CO 81612 * http://www.geocities.com/astrild15/ October 19, 2001 - Austin, TX / "Musical Tribute to JD" - Pete Huttlinger, Chris Nole, Machito Sanchez, Tracy Byrd & Bryan White. One World Theater / 7701 Bee Caves Road Dinner 6:00pm Show 8:00pm $75 individual $125 couple Tickets (512) 338-1744 Info: October 20, 2001 - UK - Friends of John Denver's "Denver Day" in Walton on the Hill, Stafford November 22, 2001 * Doylestown, PA / Third Annual Saturday After Thanksgiving Evening of Campfire Songs w/Charlie Zahm Info: March 21, 2002 - April 27, 2002 * Denver, CO * World Premiere of a new musical by Peter Glazer "Almost Heaven" / A Denver Center World Premiere - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - * * * Letter from Ron Deutschendorf: ============================= Dear Friends/Fans of John Denver, It was my sincere pleasure to be in Columbus, Ohio last weekend for "Windstar One World" put on by the "Heart of Ohio Windstar Connection". What a joy to meet so many people, like minded in spirit, wanting to carry on the vision of Windstar. I had the opportunity to both speak to and, more importantly, visit with many folks one on one, about the future of the Windstar Foundation. This was a real treat and I hope as good for them as it was for me. There were many connections groups there and I also had the pleasure of meeting Jim Toth, President of the "Northern Ohio Windstar Connection"! What a wonderful man and kindred spirit in what we are all about. He has inspired many folks and created a "model" connections program. This was my first opportunity to meet and learn more about his group and the many excellent things they do in their community, many of which, we (Windstar) hope we can emulate literally around the globe as we continue to expand and grow. My only regret is there weren't more people there gathered to learn and grow as I think we all did. I believe next year Jim Toth will be hosting the event in Cleveland with support from Nancy Holloway and the "Heart of Ohio" connection, and I am confident this will be beneficial for everyone who can, to attend. As I look at the progress made so far this year by the foundation I am even more excited about the future. We had another successful "Kids Week" and "Ed Week" on the Windstar Land, both of these programs being a part of what Windstar is all about - "Education!" We also had a wonderful "Volunteer Work Weekend" that I was able to attend and enjoy as many of us worked our fanny's off, to rebuild the path up to John's meditation platform, and plant many trees and plants around the dam of the upper lake, as well as many other wonderful jobs that needed to be done. Our second newsletter is in the mail and, through the magic of e-commerce, folks are now joining us from all over the world via the internet at http://www.wstar.org - our home page. Soon we will have the new charter for the "Connections Program" in place, allowing people to form a connection without the hassle of creating a 501c3 to do it. We are already seeing folks coming together and forming new connections as we gain new membership. I think we have members in all but 8 states now, and in many foreign lands. If you have not yet chosen to participate with us, please do. This is the time to "Come Home to Windstar!" For as I keep reminding folks each time I am given the chance to speak, "The Job's Not Finished!" There is still so very much to do for the "environmental sustainability of our planet!" Ron Deutschendorf President, Windstar Board of Trustees ======================================= AN EVENING FOR PEACE - Fayetteville, AR ======================================= by Bonnie Woolsy On August 5th, 2001 at 6:30pm, the Omni Center for Peace, Justice, and Ecology, presented the John Denver Memorial Peace Cloth. Mack Bailey flew in from Maryland and Ron Deutschendorf (John's brother) from San Diego, California. It was very hot and humid, about 100 degrees and 90% humidity. I had pre-warned our guests about the weather and aside from physical conditions all went well. Ron Deutschendorf spoke of the cloth and Windstar, their missions and philosophies. He had wilted with the heat, a little, but being the Deutschendorf he is, his message was heard loud and clear by the many people who attended. The crowd was guestimated at 100 to 200, depending on which paper you read. I was disappointed with the numbers, as was Ron. Mack Bailey closed the ceremony with John Lennon's song "Imagine". After the ceremony, Mack was requested to stay and play for awhile. Right now swatches are still coming in and the cloth continues to grow. The Cloth has many venues to go to before Aspen, so as a board member and friend, I invite all who read this to send in a piece of fabric to be added to the cloth. It may be as small as 4x4 or any length no wider than 36 inches. You can send the swatches to: Lana Zinkon / P.O. Box 91 / Baltic, OH 43804 < < < < < * * * > > > > > =========================== JOHN DENVER GEMS UNCOVERED =========================== by Emily M. Parris Will the Circle Be Unbroken - Vol 2 =================================== Gems of John Denver music are hidden here and there amid various other albums and collections. John Denver's "And So It Goes" is one such gem. I remember when I first heard it on the radio and went to our local record store to find it available as a cd single and also on the album "Will The Circle Be Unbroken - Vol. 2". It's a wonderful song and hasn't appeared on any other album. I loved the way they left the offhanded commentary intact. Just before the song someone says: "This is practice?" and John mutters..."They're all practice!" The entire album is put together with that same familiar and easy-going spirit which makes it feel as though you are there with them in the studio. John's voice is soft and wonderful, and - as so often - the subject of his song is love. John sings with about 40 other artists in this folksy and easy-going jamfest recorded in Nashville, TN in 1989. John sings with such artists as Ricky Skaggs, Michael Martin Murphy, Johnny Cash, The Carter Family, and Emmylou Harris on the album. The song "Will The Circle Be Unbroken" is sung at the end with the entire cast singing. And after that the sweet strains of the song "Amazing Grace" ends the album as it is softly played by a guitar. ALIVE - The Mitchell Trio ========================= "Alive" by the Mitchell Trio contains more John Denver gems. On "Leaving On A Jet Plane" we hear such a youthful sounding John sing that he almost doesn't sound like himself. It is so nice to hear the trio's voices blend on this song. On the song "Adam's Rib" there is close harmony and you can faintly hear John's voice coming in. It is reminiscent of a later song John sang called "The Ballad of Gary Hart." John introduces the song "Like To Deal With the Ladies" with his voice sounding so cute, and then proceeds to solo on the song, even doing a "trombone solo" with his voice. The Beatles song "She Loves You" is always nice to hear, and never more so than with the strain of John's voice sliding in and out of the close harmony. Their version of this song is soulful and serious rather than the upbeat versions the Beatles sang. I like the way you can occasionally hear John laugh during the commentary between the songs. John also introduces "He Was A Friend of Mine"- a sing-along song during which he is the one encouraging the audience to sing. This is a fun and gregarious live college concert where you get to hear John's early days as a singer. * * * * * CHRISTMAS CD TRACK LISTING Provided by Mary Ledford Here's the track listing for the new Christmas CD to be released by RCA on 9/25/01. 1. Christmas For Cowboys 2. Christmas Like A Lullaby 3. The Marvelous Toy 4. Good Evening Talk 5. A Baby Just Like You 6. Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer 7. Intro of Choir 8. Away In A Manger 9. Jingle Bells 10. What Child Is This 11. Intro to Please Daddy Don't Get Drunk This Christmas 12. Please Daddy Don't Get Drunk This Christmas 13. Intro to Alfie The Christmas Tree 14. Alfie the Christmas Tree 15. Silent Night, Holy Night 16. Living Legend Story 17. Noel Christmas Eve 18. Little Drummer Boy 19. O Holy Night 20. Take Me Home, Country Roads 21. Annie's Song 22. Calypso 23. Intro to Falling Leaves 24. Falling Leaves ======================================= J O H N D E N V E R N O T E S ======================================= CANCELLATIONS: :-( Note: This event at the Snowmass Chapel has been Canceled: October 12, 2001 * Aspen, CO / Memorial Celebration for John 10:00am / Snowmass Chapel Starwood Ranch JD Event, October 12, 2001 - Flagstaff, AZ also canceled * Donna Hanley - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Harold Thau has written an autobiography called "The Bronx to Broadway: A Journey in Show Business". August 2001 Release - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Susan Leaver The Int'l JD Memorial Foundation presents "The Returning/Coming Home Event" 13-14th October 2001 / Wharekai Marae / Taupo-Nui-a-tia College / Spa Road, Lake Taupo, New Zealand. A program to celebrate the legacy of John Denver. Speakers, videos, lots of JD music. Community Grant allocation by the fnd. Overseas visitors welcome. Taupo was one of John's favorite fishing spots. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Alanas This is for anyone interested in attending a tribute concert in the Phoenix, AZ area. The Arizona Windstar Connection will be hosting a tribute to John Denver concert on October 12 from 4-10pm at Papago Park at the pavilion stage next to ramadas #9 and #10. Local musicians will play John Denver music at a free concert. You can see the tree and plaque which was planted in honor of John Denver near the stage. Questions... Alana Schrenk (480) 496-6980 or email - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Julia Park A Great Lakes Michigan Windstar Connection Group is forming. Our geographical area of focus is the Great Lakes Region. Anyone is welcome and this includes our Canadian neighbors as well as folks from other States. Email for information. http://www.wstar.org - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Would anyone like to name a star after John? http://www.starwishing.com/index.html - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Starr I was talking on the phone the other day to a young casting director and she heard John Denver music I was playing...she immediately said, 'Oh my! You are a John Denver fan? My Mother played his music for me my whole life. I was raised on that and I love it!' Made me feel very good. THEN a new actor came into my office and saw the John Denver Gold Record that is on my wall and said that the first record anyone ever gave him as a child was a John Denver record, that he still has it and has played it until it will hardly play. It really makes me feel great when I hear these fans of John's talk. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Ecologyfund has an area just for John Denver fans. Go to http://www.ecologyfund.com and select "John Denver Remembrance" as your "giving group." - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - There was an article in the Aspen Times on August 31, 2001 called "Institute Proves that Cows and Conservation Can Coexist". It is written by Scott Condon and talks about the Windstar Foundation's use of cows on their land. A link to the article is at the end of the newsletter, or if you'd like me to email you a copy just write to - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ====================================== P O E T R Y C O R N E R ====================================== JOHN by Elizabeth Seger He wanted to boldly go where no-one has gone before, to the moon, to the stars and beyond. He hoped to be a bridge to the haves and the have-nots, to the children, to the creatures, to the forests, to the mountains, to the oceans and the streams, to everyone and everything. His gifts were real and simple: his songs, his smile, his Far out!, his giggle, his wisdom, his life. He now does boldly go where no-one has gone before. His legacy and works have built a bridge to family and friends around the globe. His final gift to us. _______________________________________ c 2001 by Liz Seger ================================================= JOHN DENVER W A N T A D S / F O R S A L E ================================================= Bonnie Duthe: I would like any of John's TV specials on video (except the Wildlife Concert). I will pay expenses. I don't have a computer so you will have to contact me at: Bonnie Duthe / 5 Tracy Ave. / Batavia, NY 14020 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Kathy Pax I would like a copy of the PBS special about the wolves of Yellowstone. The local PBS station did not know when they would be replaying the special and did not have any plans to sell a video. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Helen Svenningsen I'm trying to find JD fans in Denmark. Please email me if you are in the area. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Neva Milliron I am looking for the tv coverage of John's Memorial Service. If anyone out there has it please contact me. I would be glad to pay for the video tape and postage. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Laura Does anyone know where I can get JD address labels or other JD items? And where are the best John Denver memorials? - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Barb If anyone is interested in hiking to Cathedral Lake on Saturday, October 13, please email me. This is a 6 mile hike with a 2000 ft. elevation gain. 8:00am start - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Susan Wildlife Creations offers a variety of items for sale which benefit some charities: http://www.geocities.com/yswolf/WildlifeCreations.html - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Carol Cooley Looking for information concerning JD's visit to the nation of Chile. I would like to know WHEN he was there, how many shows he did, how long he spent there. Also, what was his feeling about his experience there. Is anything written down, or anything known to anyone? - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - The deadline for ordering this year's Tapestry in Aspen poetry book, "Reaching for Higher Ground" is September 15th. The book is a compilation of poetry from more than 50 writers around the world. $20 benefits the Columbine Trust Foundation. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Chris Behl I just wanted to report that the 2000 Wheeler Opera House Tribute CD has been released. It is of the concerts performed during the October weekend in Aspen. http://www.naturemusic.com $29.00 + s/h - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - "Arctic Dance: The Mardy Murie Story" is now available for purchase as a 75 minute VHS home video. 1-800-345-9556 $29.00 + $6.25 s/h (outside the U.S.) 1-804-659-8611 For info on public screenings contact: - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Videos are available from the April 21, 2001 "Earth Day" Event held at the Ram's head Tavern in Annapolis, MD. For information contact Mary ledford - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Donate $1.00 to plant a tree in John Denver's memory: John Denver Memorial Grove National Arbor Day Foundation / Nebraska City, NE 68410 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - World Family Gathering Place http://www.john-denver.org (Info on John Denver Events...go to "Aspen 2001") It's About Time: http://people.ne.mediaone.net/tybrenn/iat/index.html Peace Cloth: http://home.sprynet.com/~aerie01/ John Denver's Custom Yamaha L-53 Guitar http://www.fineguitarconsultants.com/inv.htm#denv Aspen Times Article About the Windstar Land: http://www.aspentimes.com/dynews01/083101.b.htm ************************************************************* Rocky Mountain High: The John Denver Internet Fan Club emily@sky.net http://www.sky.net/~emily September 2001 * Issue #89 * Editor: Emily M. Parris *************************************************************