Showing posts with label Brenda Lewis. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Brenda Lewis. Show all posts

Wednesday, August 12, 2026

Throwback Thursday - Festival of Friends 2009

From August 7, 2009 Hamilton Spectator

Original Posts: August 9, 10, 14, 2009

Merged Post: August 13, 2026

Here's a look at the 2009 Festival of Friends.

Click here to read the August 6 Hamilton Spectator story

August 8, 2009

Lovers & Other Strangers Workshop

Good Lovin' Gone Bad Workshop
Guinness Book of World Records Attempt

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Guitars were raised high after a performance of Deep Purple's Smoke on the Water at the Festival of Friends on August 8, 2009. Hamilton musician Christopher Charles and his band were joined by a legion of guitarists scattered across Gage Park.

This was an attempt to enter the Guinness Book of World Records for most guitars in a jam performance.

According to the Spectator, the record wasn't broken (we were 77 short) but we did beat Toronto's recent attempt)

Below is a video of the event. We apologize for the extreme close-ups (the camera was stuck on zoom)

Links: Deep Purple, More Deep Purple Covers/Stories, Video above courtesy of Hamilton Blues Lovers

August 9, 2009 

Memories of Jackie Washington Workshop

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Monday, April 30, 2018

Happy International Jazz Day! (Brenda Lewis,Tom Altobelli, Fresh Water Funk, Out of Towners)




Links: Brenda Lewis, More Brenda Lewis Stories, Video above courtesy of Brenda Lewis Jazz Roots Vocals



Links: Tom Altobelli, More Tom Altobelli Stories, Video above courtesy of Steel City Jazz Festival



Links: Fresh Water Funk, Video above courtesy of Samuel Daniels



Links: Out of Towners, More Out of Towners Stories, Video above courtesy of the TheOutOfTowners Toronto

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Friday, April 20, 2018

News Roundup (Jeannie Ingrassia Passes, Terra Lightfoot w Jim Cuddy, Brodie Dakin, Harbourtown Sound, Bev Munro Passes)


It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Jeannie Ingrassia, an integral member of the Guitar Clinic in Hamilton. She passed away on April 11, 2018. Our condolences to her friends and family.

We are currently looking for a picture of Jeannie to post here. Please email us at blueshamilton@gmail.com if you have one to send to us.



Lily Sazz (Cootes Paradise)
When I took my first band there to rehearse 4 days a week as we prepared to launch, she wouldn't accept any payment until we'd had our first gig. That was just the beginning of many years of friendship, support and encouragement. I was always super happy to see her whenever we connected.
Chris Church (former employee)
The guitar clinic was my first job when I was 17 fixing amps and pedals Jeannie was super nice to me always she had a wicked sense of humour she always made sure I had a good lunch to eat.. at Rosas bakery. She was a warm intelligent woman who did not take any shit I will miss her. She was a super nice person everyone who worked at the clinic had respect for her everyone liked her. She was a mom to all of us guys that worked there at the time. R.I.P
Jason Colavecchia (Smoke Wagon Blues Band)
Jeannie allowed me to make payments over a year to help me pay for my 1st six string F-bass. Without that help, I would not have evolved into the musician I am today.
Christina Ingrassia (daughter)
She loved the people that came through the door of the Clinic, & she really did enjoy helping people, she was a true music lover; music all the time, at home, in the car. She was even singing & groovin' right up until the end.
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      Saturday, April 9, 2016

      Experience Magnificent, Musical Wanderings on Guelph Singer Brenda Lewis' New Album!


      Travelling is the main theme behind Far & Near, the latest outstanding album from Guelph jazz singer Brenda Lewis.  You'll get caught up in her magnificent, musical wanderings to New Orleans, the farm and beyond.

      Brimming with exquisite covers of songs from Gil Scott-Heron, Jesse Winchester, Sarah McLachlan, Gayle Ackroyd and more, Brenda's melodic journey will take you into jazz, folk and country territories.  Her wonderful voice will guide you through magical rhythmic landscapes.

      Co-producer Margaret Stowe lends a hand on guitar and guest Jeff Bird (Cowboy Junkies) adds harmonica, mandolin, and percussion to a few numbers.

      So grab a CD at one of her tremendous live shows or download it through iTunes and come aboard for an amazing trip.



      Links: Brenda Lewis, More Brenda Lewis Stories, Video above courtesy of Brenda Lewis, More Releases
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      Thursday, November 6, 2014

      News Roundup (Philip Bast, Dinner Belles, Darcy Feaver, Aaron Goldstein)


      Kitchener Music Scene Booster Philip Bast Passes

      Our condolences to his family and friends.  The Kitchener music scene has lost an important figure.

      Here are a few social media comments:

      Amber McLean: "I am so deeply saddened. I have just learned of the loss of our wonderful and so genuine and kind Philip Bast. He was a friend and a fan but most important of all, he was a gentle, thoughtful and beautiful human being. Philip was a devoted supporter of the local KW music scene but his passion for the arts reached so many communities. I feel so much gratitude when I think of all he did for me, so generously, throughout my career. Rest well Philip. My heart is with you and your family."

      Shane Guse (Western Swing Authority): Shocked and sad to hear about Philip Bast's passing. He was a real supporter of the arts in our community, a great guy and always eager to help. And that voice....you could never mistake that voice that started countless videos promoting the work of endless artists. Condolences to all his family and friends.

      Brenda Lewis: This is such a shock and so heartbreaking. Deep gratitude to Philip for his unending support to those of us in the arts in the Waterloo region. I'll miss running into you with your trusty video cam at so many music events, too, since you retired.
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      Saturday, December 21, 2013

      12 Videos of Christmas (5-8)

      https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q-3INb4E26k



      Links: Harrison Kennedy, More Harrison Kennedy Stories, Video above courtesy of Diamondav, Read our review of this CD



      Links: Doug Feaver, More Doug Feaver Stories, Video above courtesy of Doug Feaver



      Links: Brenda Lewis, More Brenda Lewis Stories, Gayle Ackroyd, Video above courtesy of Brenda Lewis



      Links: Colin James, More Colin James Stories, Video above courtesy of Diamondav

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