The Country Music Association of Rhode Island

Our Condolences go out to Dan Williams (McManus) and Family on the death of his Father, Francis McManus on October 25th.

American Legion Post 15 has instituted a new series of Country Dances on Friday nights at 7—11 PM. In November they will feature: 6 Cindy Lane and True Country, 13 Dotty Zack and the Outlaws, 20 Linda Leslie and Luv’N Country, 27 Whiskey Shooters. Come on down and enjoy some great country music.

Sallyann has recently informed the CMA of RI that she will be debuting soon at a private function with her new band “Top of the Line”. The band has 5 members and their music ranges from Traditional Country, Country and 50’s. and will be available for future bookings. Look for Sallyann with “Top of the Line” in upcoming newsletters. For bookings call Sallyann @ 401.349.0219.

Our Condolences go out to Butch and Bob Keenan and Family on the death of their Mother Muriel Wells on October 11th. See " GET WELL WISHES AND CONDOLENCES" for her Obituary.

Our Condolences go out to Beatrice Eades and Family on the death of her Brother in Florida.

The CMA of RI held a General Meeting on September 1st at 7 PM at AL Post 15, Post Road East Greenwich. We accepted the proposed changes to the By-laws. For the past By Laws go to: By-Laws .

Our Condolences go out to Marge Pierce and Family on the death of her Husband, Ben on August 27, 2009.

Our Condolences go out to Florence DiBona and Family on the death of her Sister, Josephine L. Brown, on August 20th.

Our Prayers are with Shirley Beattie and Family for the quick recovery of her Granddaughter Amanda Robidoux, the 11-year old Barrington girl who has been hospitalized since Sunday, July 5 after a near drowning incident in Westport. She is in stable yet critical condition at Hasbro Children’s Hospital. For Facebook updates see: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=121482800855

in assembling and mailing the CMA of RI newsletters. This has made the job much easier.

Thanks to our photographer, Paul Taylor, for the great pictures of our Jamborees.

HALL OF FAME. I would like to thank all of the musicians and friends who helped to make this years inductee jamboree a big sucess. Congratulations to Elaine Ellis, Marc Sampson, Ralph Paulin and Honorary Member Butch Keenan. Thank you to Jim and Shirley McMorrow, Bill Friday, Andy Perry, Bob Considine and all of the CMA Members who always help out.. Also Tony for donating use of the hall.. Richie and my father worked hard for this organization that they were so proud of as well as Babs and Maril and myself. There were a lot of nominees this year and it is difficult to pick from the list because there are others that have worked hard over the years so good luck next year. Again Thank you all--------------KEEP IT COUNTRY AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS.

DOTTY ZACK

President of the RHODE ISLAND COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME

Well as you all know the Hall of Fame had their big show on Oct. 12,2009
Great music all day from the best there is in country. I would like to thank all those Hall of Fame members who supported me to get in the Hall of Fame. And I also would like to congratulate Elaine Ellis, Mark Sampson, and Ralph Paulin. All new members of the Hall of Fame Again thank you all for voting for me
Frank"Butch" Keenan
KEEP IT COUNTRY

Hi
I wish to thank all the CMA members who gave me and my family support on the death of our Mother . When I saw all you country folks there it was a great feeling and Ma new most of you. She was a big country music fan.
Again thank you all for your support when we needed it the most
Frank "BUTCH", Bob , and Jane

Steel Guitar News by Manny Escobar

10/7/2009

The 2009 MCMAA Show was a beautiful classy event as usual. The Award Show Band with Steve Latanision on steel etc., did an outstanding job. The Rhode Island Steel Guitar Association is very proud to announce that three of its members won awards in the following categories. Roger Trahan won the Steel Guitar Award. Eddie Cunningham won the Mandolin/Dobro/Banjo Award. And Elaine, (Freelance Queen), Ellis won the Bass Guitar Award.

Another legendary steel picker, Frank Caruso, was inducted into the Mass. Country Music Hall of Fame. Frank has held many steel shows in Waltham, MA. He has played in the talent part of Scotty`s International Steel Guitar Convention several times. My last month`s steel column failed to mention where this "super bowl" of steel shows takes place. It is in St. Louis every Labor Day Weekend.

November 15, 2009 is the date for the next quarterly RISGA meeting, at the Common Fence Community House in Portsmouth, R.I., from 12:30pm-? Come join RISGA for a fun time with pot luck, meeting and jammin` till the "cows come home". For more RISGA info, call President Marcia Rodrigues at 401-625-5783 0r Manny Escobar at 401-683-4365.

9/8/09

Labor Day Weekend was the "superbowl" of all steel guitar shows. Scotty`s Annual International Steel Guitar Convention is like a "Mini-Woodstock" for steel pickers. Some of the locals attending were: Frank Caruso, Chris Caruso, Tony Palmer and Roger Trahan. Frank and Chris usually play the talent part of the show.

The Rhode Island Steel Guitar Association`s annual show will take place at the Liberal Club, 20 Star Street, Fall River, Mass. on Sunday, October 11, 2009 starting at 2:00 pm. Doors will open at 1:00 pm. Confirmed guest players are: Doug Beaumier, John DeMaille, and Mike Ihde. Confirmed RISGA players are: Kerry Anderson, Chris Brooks, Ben Carnevale, Eddie Cunningham, Manny Escobar, Frank Goulart, Peter Hart, Bill Holbrook, Chuck Rodrigues, Steve Todd, and Roger Trahan. Confirmed bands are: Ray Cross & the Country Heartbeats, featuring Chris Brooks on steel, Tulsa Queen, featuring Kerry Anderson on steel, and Midnight Sun, featuring Manny Escobar on steel. The house band includes: Elaine Ellis on bass, Kerry Anderson on lead guitar, and Harry Card on Drums. Donation is $10.00. For more RISGA info call President Marcia Rodrigues at 401-625-5783, or Manny Escobar at 401-683-4365.

Well folks another month is upon us. Our October jam went great, a full house and lots of good music by the Westwind band. November jamboree will feature the Barnyard Buckeroos
The one and only Manny Escobar on steel. Manny is a great entertainer and can make the steel guitar talk. So again come on down and listen and dance to the greatest country music on the east coast. The CMA will be collecting food for the needy and giving away baskets. last year I think we had five. The CMA will be having a great Christmas party this year, a complete steam round dinner. Santa will be there for the little ones and some of the big ones too. Remember ladies Santa is married, but he loves it . It's the only time of year the Mrs. doesn't get mad when others sit on his lap. The band for your dancing will be the great sounds of Gary and Linda Leslie "LOVE 'N COUNTRY. Also the CMA will collecting toys again we all have it tough but there are a lot in tougher shape than we are.
In December the CMA will hold a second jamboree on the 27th. Jeanie Lovering will be the band. We must keep our bands working or there will be no country in Rhode Island.
Well this ones long enough so lets keep the CMA going in the state of RI
President of the CMA
Frank" Butch"Keenan

To All You Country Folks
   The summer is over the winter will be here soon and you all want to have a place to go so come down to Post 15 and enjoy some good ole country music with the CMA of RI we have the greatest bands in New England no matter what certain people say. The CMA will be hold a few more Jamborees. Tthis coming December there will be two for your pleasure. Remember this is your organization and we need your support to keep country music going in Rhode Island .We must keep our Rhode Island bands working. The rent of the hall is going up and we hope to keep our prices down so you can enjoy the music we have in the CMA so if you dont come to our jamborees we will have to raise the price and we dont want to do that The CMA is holding two jamborees this coming year so we can have some good shows for its members like the chicken dinner that went well with your support we can have other free times. Again lets keep our bands working and keep country music in Rhode Island I ask all of you to support the non profit country music organizations in Rhode Island
                                                     Thank You
                                            President of the CMA
                                           Frank ' Butch" Keenan

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