April-July 2020
NEW - UIP (Uke In Place) photos on 4 pages
These are photos from Twin Cities Ukulele Club jammers taken during the COVID-19 "Stay at Home" time in 2020. Many of the photos may be enlarged by clicking on them.
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July 29
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Jammers - Lynn Baker, Steve Forslund, Tim Kowalik, Brent Larson, Tony Anthonisen, Judy Laughlin, and (in spirit at home ill) Rhonda Laurie.
Distinguished, esteemed and extremely high brow audience.
Thanks to Betsy Peterson for the following photos of her mom,
Mary Kay, and others in the audience.
Mary Kay, and others in the audience.
Moms & kids - Or, moms chasing kids!
Jammers, do you remember when we had this much energy?!?
Jammers, do you remember when we had this much energy?!?
Song List and our intrepid Photographer, Becky Cook, S.N. (Superb Neighbor)
July 29
Outdoor SD Jam (SD = Socially Distanced)
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Check the social distancing. Generally, the SD works well. Today, because of jets flying over, lawn mowing, a maintenance tractor, and some noisy kids toys, we had some trouble hearing others.
However, a fun ukulele jam absolutely beats the heck out of no jamming! |
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July 28 |
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Tim Kowalik
White Bear Uke Jam at Koehler Meadows Park, Monday July 28. Paul Wolleat is the Jam Leader at the White Bear Uke Jam. Contact Paul or Tim for more info. All are welcome at these jams. |
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July 26 |
I try my best to get large photos of all the jammers. However, if you don't lead a song or talk much, I'm not able to get a large photo of you. So, from now on, I'm counting on you to lead a song or talk long enough that I can immortalize you. For now, just look above the large photos, and you are most likely featured there! Nashville here we come! - Tony
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Posted July 25 |
Front Yard Jam at Tony's House
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If you are interested in doing a Front Yard Jam in my Richfield neighborhood some evening soon, please let me know. Like the one Cid and the crew did in the video below. (Sensational idea Cid!) About 5 or so jammers. Play about an hour. 100% Covid-19 precautions and spacing. - Tony - tcuker@icloud.com
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Mark UR Calendar - Aug 6 |
U Can Jug or Nots - Thursday, August 6 - St. Louis Park
7 p.m. at the St. Louis Park Veteran's Memorial Amphitheater Wolfe Park at 3700 Monterey Drive - just south of the Recreation Center. If it's rainy we are in the ROC (Recreation Outdoor Center) to the immediate west side of the SLP Recreation Center. It would be fun to see some "Ukulele folks" if they are comfortable coming out; there's lots of room to space out.
7 p.m. at the St. Louis Park Veteran's Memorial Amphitheater Wolfe Park at 3700 Monterey Drive - just south of the Recreation Center. If it's rainy we are in the ROC (Recreation Outdoor Center) to the immediate west side of the SLP Recreation Center. It would be fun to see some "Ukulele folks" if they are comfortable coming out; there's lots of room to space out.
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July 23 |
From Cid Skaalrud - Cid's Front Yard Jam
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Hi Tony -
Hope your "Summer of COVID-19" is going well as we all re-invent our routines! U Can Jug or Nots played in my front yard again, and this time we posted on NextDoor and got a slightly bigger little audience in my front yard. People are so appreciative for a chance to do something different close to home. I'd recommend it to other players. If we can do it, U Can, too! |
Click on the photo above for a little video snippet of our front yard concert, on a beautiful, breezy Sunday afternoon.
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We've been doing a bit more gospel music if anyone is curious to see what we've been up to - we have played virtually in a church service three times this summer. We pre-recorded playing to an empty sanctuary. Its fun to see what opportunities reveal themselves in these very strange times.
- Best, Cid
- Best, Cid
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July 22 |
Outdoor SD Jam (SD = Socially Distanced)
It was a little "nippy" for a jam, but you can see that we seemed to carry on just fine. You can also see our audience enjoyed the music. Check the video to see Ali and Noelle swaying with the music. Also, check out the social distancing. And yet, we could hear each other just fine, and we had a fun ukulele jam! More jamming please . . .!
Our audience - click on the photos to enlarge.
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July 20 |
Tim Kowalik
Photos from White Bear Uke Jam on Monday, July 20. We meet every Monday from 10:00 - 11:30 am at Koehler Meadows Park Pavilion. All are welcome.
Photos from White Bear Uke Jam on Monday, July 20. We meet every Monday from 10:00 - 11:30 am at Koehler Meadows Park Pavilion. All are welcome.
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July 19 |
Click on the top Happy Birthday photo grid to hear the group sing & ZZZ HBD.
Once the window opens, click on the Play & Enlarge buttons at the bottom.
Once the window opens, click on the Play & Enlarge buttons at the bottom.
Click the Kazoo grid below to your heart's content, and join "IKPA!"
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You can click the grid below as much as you want, but you'll get no enlarging!
That's payback for the Kazoos!!!!! :-) |
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Thanks everyone!!! Special Songs and Special Friends!!!
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July 15 |
Outdoor SD Jam (SD = Socially Distanced)
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July 12 |
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July 11 |
Jane Dugan - Hi Tony - Busy day!
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First -
Preparing for self-inflicted COVID haircut |
L A T E R |
Second -
Hawaiian workshop, here with Sarah and baby scene stealer Cameron Chee |
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July 10 |
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Diana Butzlaff Note the uke on my mask - from a fellow uker in Arizona |
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July 10 |
Gary Erickson
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The Jug Band had an SD jam yesterday in my garage. We were all there except Cowboy Bob who is still recovering from hip surgery. We played some old songs and had a good time.
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A neighbor came up and listened and also bought a CD. We have done the on line stuff, and it is fine, but it is so much better to be with each other. - Gary
I traded emails with Bob on July 9, and it sounds like he is recovering nicely. Go Cowboy Bob! - Tony
I traded emails with Bob on July 9, and it sounds like he is recovering nicely. Go Cowboy Bob! - Tony
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July 6 |
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Steve Christensen
Great photos Tony! I’ll have my own NEW uke to share in a few weeks. Thanks - Steve |
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July 6 |
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Joe and Susan Karpowicz Uke in place ... Our Anniversary at a park. |
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Happy 12th Anniversary you two!
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July 5 |
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First of all, welcome to Judy 1 and her twin sister Judy 2!
And also, welcome to Steve 1 and his twin brother Steve 2!
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Lots of singers!
And songs!
Uff dah! Ya sure! Toodaloo then!
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July 3 |
Outdoor SD Jam (SD = Socially Distanced) - July 3
My apologies to Rhonda…as I cut her off from the pic…she was on the far left next to Suzanne.
The Outdoor Jam on Friday went well!
Happy 4th! - from Steve Forslund, Outdoor Jam Leader Extraordinaire
The Outdoor Jam on Friday went well!
- We had a total of ten jammers including: Rhonda, Suzanne, Dwight, Lynn B, Bruce M, Jana, Mark (my buddy), Bruce (drummer who lives next door to the park), Terrie and me.
- We sang a good mix of songs including a couple of kids songs for 2 little girls and there mom who wondered over to the shelter to watch us play.
- This week we had the whole shelter to ourselves…which was great!
- Everyone is aware of the shift to Wednesday Outdoor Jams from Friday.
- I encouraged those who do not normally attend the evening BUG or Americana jams to download all of the songs…as I believe a few of us want to play some songs from those libraries.
Happy 4th! - from Steve Forslund, Outdoor Jam Leader Extraordinaire
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July 3 |
Tony Anthonisen - July 3
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I just received, tuned up and played my new Bonanza concert Oreo. Wonderful! I am thrilled! It will be getting a real workout this evening. I have a few days off, so I imagine this workout will continue for the next few days and . . .! The appearance, the etching, the sound are all great. Thanks Pete & Shelley!
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Pete, you are a true craftsman! Pete and Shelley, you are a pleasure to know!
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June 28 |
Ten Mile Lake - Hackensack, Minnesota
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Thanks everyone! Great jamming with you! Thanks Tom E. for Leading! |
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June 26 |
Outdoor SD Jam (SD = Socially Distanced)
Thanks to Jam Leader Steve Forslund!
Hi Tony - A quick recap from our outside jam yesterday at Lake Harriett:
We will jam next Friday, July 3, if there is enough interest! - Be well! - Steve
- 8 jammers in all: Duane, Linda R, Jana F, Lynn B, Bruce (from Groth), Mark (my friend of mine who has come to a few jams), Bruce (drummer who lives in house next to park), and me.
- We first met under a large canopy of trees 15 yards away from the picnic shelter because the shelter was being used by 3 small groups for coffee/breakfast, etc.
- Light rain began about 45 minutes into the jam, so we shifted into the shelter as some space had opened up by then
- A few young kids were in the shelter, so we quickly pivoted and sang 3-4 kids songs from the yellow book...the kids and the parents all enjoyed that!
- After that, we hit our "stride" (special thanks to Linda, Lynn and Duane) for helping to lead/sing songs...on many of the songs, we actually sounded pretty good!!
- A mother was having a birthday party for her daughter (Olivia) in the park with her friends...she came over and asked us if we could sing the "birthday song" to her which we did. We also played the short version of "You Are My Sunshine" for the birthday girl...Duane went over and let her play the "C" chord on this uke.He gave her some simple instructions on how to hold, strum. He planted a seed for a future uke player!!
- I hope/think everyone had a fun time at the jam
We will jam next Friday, July 3, if there is enough interest! - Be well! - Steve
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June 25 |
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Coco O'Keefe I had to send a “Uke in place” photo from the cabin. I’m entertaining my biggest fan Indie today. |
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June 22 |
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Tim Kowalik
Paul Wolleat leads the White Bear Uke Jam on Monday, June 22 at John Skog’s backyard in Vadnais Heights. Future plans are to hold outside jams every Monday at 10:00 am at Koehler Meadows Park Pavillion: County Rd. F and McMenemy St. , Vadnais Heights 55127. All are welcome to attend! |
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June 21 |
Good Father's Day? - YES! - Crabby? - NO! - Just concentrating on a song!
Our Jam Leader, Tom Ehlinger, and Song List!
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If you only had a . . ., you would click on photos to enlarge.
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Our Jam Leader really earned his tremendous salary today!
Tom, I didn't know you were a juggler. Click to enlarge.
Tom, I didn't know you were a juggler. Click to enlarge.
Computers! You can't live with them, and you can't live without them!
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June 19 |
Gary Erickson and the U Can Jug or Nots
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The jug band did this about 3 weeks ago. We even had Cid’s neighbors come and sit and listen. A few weeks before that we did something like this in my garage and the neighbors really liked it. We are going to try this again.
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June 19 |
1st Outdoor SD Jam (SD = Socially Distanced)
It had to happen! Steve Forslund suggested we do an outdoor socially distanced jam. So, as a trial, we invited a few jammers, and we jammed! Our test Outdoor SD Jam took place at Beard's Plaisance Minneapolis Park, just west of Lake Harriet, this morning from 10 a.m. to noon. We had some very stringent Covid-19 rules.
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COVID19 PRECAUTIONS - We will distance at least 6 feet. Since we are outdoors, masks will be used at each jammer's discretion. We’ll keep the size of our group to 8. If there are more than 8, we will form a second group. Will this jam be safe? Since I am in the high risk group and because I care for you, I will strictly enforce the CDC recommendations. - Tony |
The Result?
It was really great to jam "live and in person" again! We are planning to do this on a weekly basis. I am not going to send the Outdoor SD Jam notice to entire Twin Cities Ukulele Club 330+ person email list. However, if you would like to receive an event notice about our weekly Outdoor SD Jams, click here and let me know you would like to know about the jams. Put Outdoor Jam in the email subject.
It was really great to jam "live and in person" again! We are planning to do this on a weekly basis. I am not going to send the Outdoor SD Jam notice to entire Twin Cities Ukulele Club 330+ person email list. However, if you would like to receive an event notice about our weekly Outdoor SD Jams, click here and let me know you would like to know about the jams. Put Outdoor Jam in the email subject.
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From June 12 |
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Emily Wright
From May 25 - Updated June 12 Uke-ing as a hospice chaplain. One of my chaplain visits with a ukulele. I was singing and praying with my hospice patient outside of her window, since no visitors were allowed. Take care! |
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Emily - Our thoughts & prayers are with you & those you are helping. - Tony
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June 11 |
Tim Kowalik
Bluegrass jam, Thursday June 11 on the shore of Turtle Lake in Shoreview, MN. You will recognize uke players Paul Wolleat and Tim Kowalik in the group. Beautiful evening for singing and playing.
Bluegrass jam, Thursday June 11 on the shore of Turtle Lake in Shoreview, MN. You will recognize uke players Paul Wolleat and Tim Kowalik in the group. Beautiful evening for singing and playing.
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June 10 |
From Cid Skaalrud and the U Can Jug or Nots
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We hope you are all doing well! Here is our major COVID accomplishment; if the U Cans can make a multi screen video, perhaps YOU can! No lip-syncing this time; we all became at-home-recording-engineers to pull this off.
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Click on the photo for a real treat!
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Now that it’s warmer we’ve been able to get together and play outdoors together, but this was our big project before it warmed up.
How do They do it that Way? We finally did it with multi- screen technology, each of us recording separately and then some digital magic to pull it all together. It only took about 2 months COVID time, so that's probably much shorter in regular human years. Maybe you can teach an old dog new tricks?
Keep strumming and singing... Go for the high note! - Cid
How do They do it that Way? We finally did it with multi- screen technology, each of us recording separately and then some digital magic to pull it all together. It only took about 2 months COVID time, so that's probably much shorter in regular human years. Maybe you can teach an old dog new tricks?
Keep strumming and singing... Go for the high note! - Cid
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June 9 |
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Nancy Jo Mattson
Good thoughts and wonderful pictures Tony! Thank you for keeping this going. I love seeing everyone even if I am not participating. |
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June 7 |
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Duane
Gemelke My zoom jam setup. |
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June 7 |
Zoom Airlines Pre-Flight Luxury Lounge
Some In-Flight Songs
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Please note - There will be NO catting around during this flight!
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Tom Ehlinger, Tony Anthonisen & Karl Drutowski
The Flight Crew!
The Flight Crew!
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Captain
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Flight Attendant
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And, Joining us on this flight, Senior Galley Attendant Karl! |
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First Class Jammers
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Zoom Airlines flight message!
Thanks for jamming on Zoom Airlines!
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June 3 |
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Tom Sweeney June 3 A great day in quarantine! My Rolling Stones face mask arrived, and I picked up a solid bamboo Uke from Groth - hope there are no hungry Pandas in the neighborhood 🐼 |
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June 3 |
Tony Anthonisen
As we reach over two months of Sheltering in Place, we face not only the COVID-19 challenges and fears. Unfortunately, the past week has shown us the horror of racial discrimination and brutality. We need to change!
During this time, there have been challenges for all of us. Here are mine. At 73 and with a few risk factors (!), I am concerned. Not scared, but certainly careful. While Minnesota may be opening up again, I won't be part of that for a while. It's just too risky. And, George Floyd's senseless, brutal and unnecessary killing . . .! What can I even say? It seems so obvious. This has to stop, and our politicians need to stop politicizing the COVID-19 situation, Floyd's death and the rioting that followed. This website is not for political statements. However, this is my plea for change and love. Now!
And, then there is the ukulele and all my uke friends during all of this. Thank you my friends! Our Zoom Jams have brought much joy to me. Your photos and thoughts make me feel better. And, that little oo-koo-lay-lay (along with Bruce, who seems to like the uke for sleeping, not playing and singing) are with me to comfort me. Ann, even after putting up with me through 52 years of marriage, remains a wonderful companion and friend. And, her Cub curbside pickups have kept us well fed. Thanks to Ann, all of you and my ukuleles (and cats Bruce and Bullwinkle, along with Yellow Lab, Ollie). We will overcome - some day!
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As we reach over two months of Sheltering in Place, we face not only the COVID-19 challenges and fears. Unfortunately, the past week has shown us the horror of racial discrimination and brutality. We need to change!
During this time, there have been challenges for all of us. Here are mine. At 73 and with a few risk factors (!), I am concerned. Not scared, but certainly careful. While Minnesota may be opening up again, I won't be part of that for a while. It's just too risky. And, George Floyd's senseless, brutal and unnecessary killing . . .! What can I even say? It seems so obvious. This has to stop, and our politicians need to stop politicizing the COVID-19 situation, Floyd's death and the rioting that followed. This website is not for political statements. However, this is my plea for change and love. Now!
And, then there is the ukulele and all my uke friends during all of this. Thank you my friends! Our Zoom Jams have brought much joy to me. Your photos and thoughts make me feel better. And, that little oo-koo-lay-lay (along with Bruce, who seems to like the uke for sleeping, not playing and singing) are with me to comfort me. Ann, even after putting up with me through 52 years of marriage, remains a wonderful companion and friend. And, her Cub curbside pickups have kept us well fed. Thanks to Ann, all of you and my ukuleles (and cats Bruce and Bullwinkle, along with Yellow Lab, Ollie). We will overcome - some day!
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June 3 |
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Rhonda
Laurie Ukeing in place As an aside - Is it "ukeing" or "uking?" I couldn't find an answer. - Tony |
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May 31 |
From Tom and Tony -
Jammers, thanks for making the Zoom Jams so much fun. It is really great to play music with friends! Especially in a time of such sadness and agony for the Twin Cities.
Jammers, thanks for making the Zoom Jams so much fun. It is really great to play music with friends! Especially in a time of such sadness and agony for the Twin Cities.
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From Tony to Tom - A very big thanks for leading the Zoom Jams!
And from deep in the heart of . . .!
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The winner
in the Best Photo of the May 31, 2020 Zoom Jam is . . . |
Absolutely great photo! Wait. Where's Judy?
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Mother and daughter, Suzanne and Emma -
Emma asked us to sing for "Peace and Justice in the world"
"We Shall Overcome!"
Emma asked us to sing for "Peace and Justice in the world"
"We Shall Overcome!"
Steve 1 and Steve 2. Or, is it Steve 2 and Steve 1?
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Here's Judy! 
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And, last, but certainly not the least!!!
Goodnight Irene . . . and Tom E, Tony, Jane, Mickie, Bruce, Tim, Larry, Tom S, Susan, Steve 1, Deb, JT, Linda, Craig, Monica, Barb, Ellen, Deb, Norm, Suzanne, Judy, Ron, Coco, Steve 2, and all who were Zoom Jamming this evening but didn't make it in this photo!
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May 28 |
Collette Cumella
Hi!!! PLEASE ask our community to play and sing songs of healing for our city our state, our country. WE SHALL OVERCOME…. Love you, Collette
Collette - Glad to oblige. See the section with Suzanne and Emma. - Tony
Hi!!! PLEASE ask our community to play and sing songs of healing for our city our state, our country. WE SHALL OVERCOME…. Love you, Collette
Collette - Glad to oblige. See the section with Suzanne and Emma. - Tony
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May 24 |
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"Lookin' for Punkinman Blues" by the U Can Jug or Nots |
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Click on the photo to hear this Memphis bound winner!
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May 24 |
First, these two!
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Old kazoo. Well seasoned!
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New ukulele. Heck of a deal!
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And then . . .
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Hi Becky and friends . . .
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9 this time. Click to enlarge.
Find Chris Russell --- Each photo is many jammers. Click to enlarge.
Click here for a Covid-19 treat!
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Finally!
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Our shepherd! Thanks Tom!
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Our flock! Thanks jammers!
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May 17 |
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Name the
Zoom Jammer! We have been Zoom Jamming for weeks. No doubt, you feel as if you know all the jammers. So, it's time for a "forehead test." Who are these "sort of masked" jammers? Click on photo to enlarge |
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These might help. Click to enlarge.
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Plus, a special event celebration. Happy homecoming or prom ??? and Tom! |
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A few more highlights . . .
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One more time . . .
A very big THANKS to Tom Ehlinger for organizing and leading our Zoom In Place jam! I hear wonderful comments about these jams and the way they are helping people during our Covid-19 Shelter at Home time. |
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May 15 |
Tim Kowalik
Here are some photos taken from Paul Wolleat’s front lawn Uke Jam on Friday, May 15. We had a great time singing and playing in the sunshine.
Here are some photos taken from Paul Wolleat’s front lawn Uke Jam on Friday, May 15. We had a great time singing and playing in the sunshine.
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May 14 |
Landa Miller
Hi to ALL my new Ukulele friends. TONY: you are so incredible...(and you better post this!!!!) What a great idea you had to come up with "Uke in Place" pics. I'm loving the photos and videos. They are great. Thank you all you techy friends who can send photos to Tony. I've not figured out the "modern world", but I can SEE you. Thanks for continuing to share and be funny or serious!!!! Love and hugs to everyone. Landa
Thanks Landa - You all make this so enjoyable - Tony
Hi to ALL my new Ukulele friends. TONY: you are so incredible...(and you better post this!!!!) What a great idea you had to come up with "Uke in Place" pics. I'm loving the photos and videos. They are great. Thank you all you techy friends who can send photos to Tony. I've not figured out the "modern world", but I can SEE you. Thanks for continuing to share and be funny or serious!!!! Love and hugs to everyone. Landa
Thanks Landa - You all make this so enjoyable - Tony
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May 10 |
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May 10 |
Jane Dugan
Thanks, Tony, for yet another uke opportunity! [Stu Fuchs] I miss our regular jams, of course, but I enjoy working on all sorts of ukulele material that I wouldn't have tried otherwise. Take care, "see" you at our jam tonight.
Thanks, Tony, for yet another uke opportunity! [Stu Fuchs] I miss our regular jams, of course, but I enjoy working on all sorts of ukulele material that I wouldn't have tried otherwise. Take care, "see" you at our jam tonight.
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May 10 |
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Steve Hardy
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May 9 |
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Tom Ehlinger
The den of uke-iquity. |
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May 9 |
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Rhonda Laurie I’m Ukin’ in place! |
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May 7 |
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Monica Tajibnapis
I’m sporting my Twin Cities Ukulele Club cap to both represent and cover the quarantine hair. Favorite moment at the jam? When Rhonda led us in Space Oddity a song by David Bowie. My favorite musician of all time. Hi Tony - I’m very inexperienced at selfies but this is one I took at the most recent jam on 5/3. Does it work ok? You can see my strap [and Bonanza ukulele] at least. - Monica - What do you "Uke in Placers" think? - I think it's great! - Tony |
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May 5 |
Cid Skaalrud
Just a note of thanks for including us on the “uke at home” page. It’s so important to stay connected, I know as I work in a senior community. And, I’m especially concerned for those who live alone. So many uke players are up there in years. Those Zoom jams really mean a lot. I am impressed so many have adopted the technology. Keep up the good work!
PS. we are inching our way towards a multi screen video...😬😁😝🤩
Just a note of thanks for including us on the “uke at home” page. It’s so important to stay connected, I know as I work in a senior community. And, I’m especially concerned for those who live alone. So many uke players are up there in years. Those Zoom jams really mean a lot. I am impressed so many have adopted the technology. Keep up the good work!
PS. we are inching our way towards a multi screen video...😬😁😝🤩
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May 5 |
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Phil Losacker Where I work, where I Uke in Place - I am a basement dweller. |
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May 4 |
From
Gary Erickson, the U Can Jug or Nots, and the Buckaroos!
The U Cans did another video today and we had some guests with us. They are the Buckaroos, Cowboy Bob's grandkids. They have played with us at a few other gigs. We think that they know our songs better than we do.
Gary Erickson, the U Can Jug or Nots, and the Buckaroos!
The U Cans did another video today and we had some guests with us. They are the Buckaroos, Cowboy Bob's grandkids. They have played with us at a few other gigs. We think that they know our songs better than we do.
Click the photo for the A-1, unequalled, and even really good video.
Gotta love Cid's hat - It's a winner!
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May 3 & April 20 |
Coco O'Keefe
Photo from Sunday 5/3, Another fun zoom jam! And then, just another pandemic Monday 5/4… Oh my, looks like I’m wearing the same clothes LOL!
Photo from Sunday 5/3, Another fun zoom jam! And then, just another pandemic Monday 5/4… Oh my, looks like I’m wearing the same clothes LOL!
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May 3 |
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Zoom Jam |
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Did I miss anyone? Scary, but I have way more photos from this Zoom jam. |
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Always
fun to hear Tim sing! So jammers, was the Zoom Jam fun? |
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May 3 |
Toony
Uking in Covid-19 garb. "Uke, I am your father!" (in law)
Uking in Covid-19 garb. "Uke, I am your father!" (in law)
Enlarge by clicking. See, Landa, Linda and Tom, you aren't alone!
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May 2 |
Susan Karpowicz
It's comforting to see others enjoying the music during this crazy time! This is me enjoying the Craig and Sarah's Not so Mini Online Ukelele Festival today, May 2, 2020, and with my little helper!
It's comforting to see others enjoying the music during this crazy time! This is me enjoying the Craig and Sarah's Not so Mini Online Ukelele Festival today, May 2, 2020, and with my little helper!
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Followup from Ann Nonomus
5-1-20
From Tony - I was concerned that Ann Nonomus would be offended with me using the photo of he/her/?. So, I said to let me know if he/her/? was upset. He/her/? responded -
On the contrary, my best photos are always the Ann Nonomus types. I’ll try to find time this weekend to send along a uke-at-home photo of me, with my face, and with my banjo!
Boy, am I relieved!
5-1-20
From Tony - I was concerned that Ann Nonomus would be offended with me using the photo of he/her/?. So, I said to let me know if he/her/? was upset. He/her/? responded -
On the contrary, my best photos are always the Ann Nonomus types. I’ll try to find time this weekend to send along a uke-at-home photo of me, with my face, and with my banjo!
Boy, am I relieved!
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April 30 |
Ann Nonomus
Uncomfortable taking or showing selfies? Try one of these approaches.
Uncomfortable taking or showing selfies? Try one of these approaches.
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April 30 |
Coco O'Keefe
Left - I found an invite for this Oregon Uke group jam in Ukulele Magazine, so much fun!
Middle - Not Uke related, but my Uke loving dog, Indie, and I joined a zoom call!
Right - Indie enjoying an online session with me 😉
Left - I found an invite for this Oregon Uke group jam in Ukulele Magazine, so much fun!
Middle - Not Uke related, but my Uke loving dog, Indie, and I joined a zoom call!
Right - Indie enjoying an online session with me 😉
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All these from - 4-30-20
Juli Kroening - I love seeing all the ukers photos, I personally don't like to be photoed, but I sure enjoy seeing them. I love the online sessions. I really miss playing with the groups, especially the Wednesday sessions. - And Duane, such a "hipster" with the new hairstyle, I think you need to keep it. Maybe you can grow it long enough for a man-bun. Haha.
Pat Solstad - Oh, I understand. We need some laughs...all of us. Thank you for providing some.
Rhonda Smith - I really have enjoyed the uke in place photos as it is a window into people's casual personas!!
Mary McKenna - Love it.
Coco O'Keefe - Seeing everyone plucking through this madness keeps me sane. I have found so many opportunities I am actually really busy and having fun!
Tony Anthonisen - Creating and updating this Uke in Place webpage has been really fun for me. I love seeing what my ukulele friends are doing! This evening, I sat on the patIo playing my Martin 2M soprano and singing a bit of bluegrass, Bob Wills and John Prine. I can live like this - at least for now.
Juli Kroening - I love seeing all the ukers photos, I personally don't like to be photoed, but I sure enjoy seeing them. I love the online sessions. I really miss playing with the groups, especially the Wednesday sessions. - And Duane, such a "hipster" with the new hairstyle, I think you need to keep it. Maybe you can grow it long enough for a man-bun. Haha.
Pat Solstad - Oh, I understand. We need some laughs...all of us. Thank you for providing some.
Rhonda Smith - I really have enjoyed the uke in place photos as it is a window into people's casual personas!!
Mary McKenna - Love it.
Coco O'Keefe - Seeing everyone plucking through this madness keeps me sane. I have found so many opportunities I am actually really busy and having fun!
Tony Anthonisen - Creating and updating this Uke in Place webpage has been really fun for me. I love seeing what my ukulele friends are doing! This evening, I sat on the patIo playing my Martin 2M soprano and singing a bit of bluegrass, Bob Wills and John Prine. I can live like this - at least for now.
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Katherine Kovarik It's not as fun as playing together, but it'll do. |
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Tony Anthonisen
My best friend, Jeff, and I went to college together in the last century (1964-65). And, we have gotten together once a week ever since. With social distancing, there are no restaurants. So, we get together at Fremont Park in Richfield on a picnic table. We sit diagonally on opposite ends. He brought Burger King for lunch today. Guess what I did while waiting for him? |
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From Rhonda Laurie, Linda Ruehle and Jim D'Ville - 4-29-20
So, I got an email from Rhonda. She said . . .
Well, just clicking on the photos and scrolling down will fill you in.
So, I got an email from Rhonda. She said . . .
Well, just clicking on the photos and scrolling down will fill you in.
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Click on Jim's photo to hear from him.
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Click here to hear from our "now famous" Linda and Rhonda.
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Thanks Jim! |
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Duane Gemelke 4-29-20 Uke-ing till the barber shops open. CUTE! |
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Mickie and Bruce Weaver 4-28-20 Enjoying Jamming and Ukeing at home. Miss you all! ALSO CUTE! Miss you too! |
Pat Solstad - Who is definitely cheating on the date.
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This photo was taken a few years ago in Waikiki, shortly after a WONDERFUL blood orange margarita at Tommy Bahamas. We were walking back to our condo and discovered a sweet little ukulele shop on the way...The photo always makes me smile. This is cheating a bit, so don't post if you think it's inappropriate. - Thanks, Pat
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OK Pat - Here are the conditions for posting this photo. Next time you go to Hawaii, you have to take the Twin Cities Ukulele Club Photo Librarian with you. ME! - Keep me posted!
From Sandy Bergeron - 4-27-20
Teacher's song about feelings during the pandemic.
Click on the photo to hear the teacher's song.
Teacher's song about feelings during the pandemic.
Click on the photo to hear the teacher's song.
Nancy and Barry Molinaro - 4-27-20
Greetings from beautiful Bellingham, Washington! Miss you all and hope to see you down the road! Take care! - Barry and Nancy Molinaro
Nancy and Barry Molinaro - 4-27-20
Greetings from beautiful Bellingham, Washington! Miss you all and hope to see you down the road! Take care! - Barry and Nancy Molinaro
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Steve Forslund
(aka “Steve 3”) 4-27-20 The weather is spectacular...time for some quality “deck time” to play some uke for a crowd of one...our dog, Teddy! First time in 40 years I haven’t had a day job, so looking forward to picking up my uke more and working on scales, finger picking and a clear, clean Bb chord! Nice ukulele! Cool photo too! >>>>>>>
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Susan Karpowicz 4-27-20 Playing uke is a way to relax after doing outdoor chores on a beautiful Monday |
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Tony on the Front Steps
4-27-20 I love 71 degrees, no humidity and no mosquitos! I think that if we all wish hard enough, this will actually happen year around. Every day! Why do the neighbors cover their ears when I play and sing on the front steps? Am I missing something? |
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Zoom Jam - 4-19-20
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Tom Ehlinger, as usual, did a great job of leading about 28 "wild and crazy" jammers. Also, thanks to all who led songs! Well, what the heck, welcome to all the jammers too! On Wisconsin! Minnesota, hats off to you! |
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These 6 photo groupings may be enlarged by clicking on them.
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The U Can Jug or Nots from Gary Erickson - 4-21-20
Tony - here is what our Jug Band did as a play in place. We had fun doing it. We used Zoom and Cid did some magic with the sound because of the delays in it. We did do some lip sync stuff but had fun with it. - Gary
Tony - here is what our Jug Band did as a play in place. We had fun doing it. We used Zoom and Cid did some magic with the sound because of the delays in it. We did do some lip sync stuff but had fun with it. - Gary
Click on the photo to hear the U Cans sing Ukulele Lady
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The U Can Jug or Nots are - (left to right, top to bottom) - Nancy Jo Mattson (Red River Spud), Cid Skaalrud (Jingo), Bob Polland (Cowboy), Ron Zeis (Senator Zeke) and Gary Erickson (Punkinman) - Hidden from view, but always a key player - Shelby (BT) And of course, Jingo's SO (Shoes) (Don't ask)
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Jane Dugan - 4-20-20
Here’s another photo - this is fun! I enjoyed the [Zoom] jam last night. Tom does a terrific job, and it’s a new and interesting experience, though nothing beats the real thing, does it? Be well, take care, and thanks again for all you’re doing. I’m taking full advantage, spending hours learning and listening to these fine teachers and performers - THANK YOU again and again. |
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Tony Anthonisen Zoom Jam 4-19-20 I was having so much fun at the Zoom jam that the only photo I remembered to take was this one of myself. Sorry! I won't forget next time. Duh! |
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Tom Sweeney Again - 4-18-20
Got to have one of these shirts!
Tom, go for it! The Shop Now! button is a live link.
Got to have one of these shirts!
Tom, go for it! The Shop Now! button is a live link.
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Tony Anthonisen - 4-18-20
I have decided that I am not willing to social distance myself from my ukulele. However, I am taking one precaution . . .! I have heard that there is a ukulele player who says you can solve just about any problem with a new uke. Maybe if we all bought a new ukulele, Covid-19 would take a once and for all hike! Hmmmmmm! |
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Jane Dugan - 4-18-20
Hi Tony, Time well spent on lesson with Lil Rev! Thanks again for all your help with these online opportunities - they’re immeasurably valuable and I’m learning a lot. Take care - “see” you Sunday [at our Zoom Jam] Jane |
Rhonda Laurie - 4-12-20
Coping with Covid
a/k/a
uke’ing every day!!!!
Ground control to Major Tom!
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FLASH!
Tom Sweeney is OK! 4-16-20 Tom responded to my concerns about Kazoos below. He said . . . I’m working on a safe kazoo to promote social distancing ? Boy, I feel better now! - Tony |
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Tom Sweeney - 4-15-20
Too much time, too many choices - I now have a tenor Uke tuned like a re-enterant baritone, and a baritone tuned like a low G Uke, and a tenor guitar tuned like a mandolin - by the time this is over I won’t have a clue as to what I’m playing Tony's Note - All of this and not a single word about a Kazoo. Is Tom OK? |
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Nancy Cox - 4-14-20
Starting March 29th I started doing porch concerts for my neighbors at our senior cooperative in Minnetonka. Every Thursday and Sunday, weather permitting, I work up about a half hour of music and take advanced requests from others. We maintain our distance and fortunately my voice is booming enough for all to hear. It’s one small thing I can do to feel like I can bring some joy and make a difference in this wild time. |
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Be well everyone! |
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Coco O'Keefe - 4-13-20
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Had to send a collage since I’ve been so busy during lockdown.
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Thanks to all of you for keeping me happy & busy during these strange times!
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Duane Gemelke - 4-13-20
Many thanks to Tyler and Devin for making this wonderful Tyde ukulele for me. It has several uncommon features built with non-traditional techniques. It is great to play, during these stay-at-home times. Looking forward to the time when we can enjoy music together again. |
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Lynn Baker - 4-13-20 - Lynn, you are getting to be a computer geek! ;-)
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Working on Sunrise, Sunset, Yellow Book page 224. Hard to go from Dm to Gm6 without slowing down. More practice.
Also playing Where have all the Flowers Gone, Blue Book page 366, in G. Easy but taking it down a step can be confusing. First 3 lines are G Em Am7 D7. Last line is C G Am7 D7 G. |
Steve Forslund Goofing Around - 4-13-20
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Hi Everyone! - Steve Forslund here…goofing around with this app…it’s called Acapella.It allows you to add “layers” (either you or others) to a song…this is just a screen shot. If you want to see the full videos of my first attempts of this app, I did upload a couple to the Twin City Uke Club Facebook page. Buyer beware…this app will charge you $10 per month (automatically)…but might be worth it to some of you! Be well and be safe!
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Landa Miller's SD (Social Distancing) Jam - 3-20-20
This one is a bit of a story, but well worth the read and photos.
This one is a bit of a story, but well worth the read and photos.
THE PLAN - Received Friday, March 20
Just wanted to share with you about a birthday party I'm going to today!!!!!!! I'm in a "church ladies" once a month dinner group......about 10 of us. Been friends at church for many years. So, 1 of the ladies had a great idea to meet in our church parking lot to celebrate birthday of the lady who organized our 1st get together years ago.
We're to bring a chair, beverage and chips or whatever for ourself, and she's providing the tape measure so we keep our proper social distance. AND whoever has a ukulele should bring it along to play "Happy Birthday" and "You are my sunshine" in the key of C........cuz she doesn't want us to bring any sheet music.
Definitely click on the images below to enlarge them.
We're to bring a chair, beverage and chips or whatever for ourself, and she's providing the tape measure so we keep our proper social distance. AND whoever has a ukulele should bring it along to play "Happy Birthday" and "You are my sunshine" in the key of C........cuz she doesn't want us to bring any sheet music.
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THE RESULT - Received Saturday, March 21
OH MY WORD!!!!!!
I maybe shouldn't tell you this Tony, but I will.
So, the church parking lot party.......I got all dressed up in my "Goofy" shirt, neon yellow tights, "Goofy" sox.......with picture of the real Disney Goofy on the sox. I had my Ukulele hat on from Silver Creek....brought my ukulele...... my friend said "no sheet music," so memorize the chords. Well, I took permanent marker and wrote the chords on my right arm. And, I'm at the church waiting, waiting......and waiting. No one comes. Oh, I'd also taped to the inside of my van the music for the 2 songs. I'd also made a bright green birthday sign and taped it inside my van. I'm ready to party. No one shows up. So, I sent some pictures to the birthday girl. She sends text to me and asks if I'm at the church now???? I said YES. She calls me and is laughing hysterically. Her birthday isn't until MONDAY......today is Saturday.
I misunderstood the text about the party. And that's all I know today.
TAKE CARE MY FRIEND TONY - Landa
OH MY WORD!!!!!!
I maybe shouldn't tell you this Tony, but I will.
So, the church parking lot party.......I got all dressed up in my "Goofy" shirt, neon yellow tights, "Goofy" sox.......with picture of the real Disney Goofy on the sox. I had my Ukulele hat on from Silver Creek....brought my ukulele...... my friend said "no sheet music," so memorize the chords. Well, I took permanent marker and wrote the chords on my right arm. And, I'm at the church waiting, waiting......and waiting. No one comes. Oh, I'd also taped to the inside of my van the music for the 2 songs. I'd also made a bright green birthday sign and taped it inside my van. I'm ready to party. No one shows up. So, I sent some pictures to the birthday girl. She sends text to me and asks if I'm at the church now???? I said YES. She calls me and is laughing hysterically. Her birthday isn't until MONDAY......today is Saturday.
I misunderstood the text about the party. And that's all I know today.
TAKE CARE MY FRIEND TONY - Landa
MY THOUGHTS - Gee Landa! It sounded like a good plan to me! Thanks for a well needed "COVID-19 quarantine SD" day brightener!
Zoom Jam - 4-12-20
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Our Zoom Jam Master
Tom Ehlinger Tom did a masterful job managing the jammers, the music, the computer - Well - Everything. At one point, we had 33 jammers in Minnesota and Wisconsin. |
Tribute to John Prine - Fishin' With You by Carsie Blanton
Click here to hear Carsie singing her song.
Click here to hear Carsie singing her song.
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Karen Olson - 4-12-20
Jamming at the Sarah Maisel and Craig Chee "Not-So-Mini" Online Uke Fest. What a great event!
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Tony Anthonisen - 4-12-20 I have spent a ton of time in our dining room with my computer and my ukuleles. Here I am with my Martin Style 2 mahogany soprano waiting for our Zoom Jam this evening. My ukuleles and ukulele friends have been real saviors during this time of isolation. |
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