THE SUN MOUNTAIN BAND GUESTBOOK 2003 - 1999

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We saw you for the first time at "Jamboree on the Hills" at Stan Devoe's, Gloversville, NY. We loved you. Hope to see you again soon. Mailing Address: 162 Galway, NY 12074. e-mail address: hlbplus@usadatanet.net
Helen and Norm Bixby <hlbplus@usadatanet.net>
Galway, NY USA - Wednesday, September 25, 2002 at 04:34:52 (PDT)

Kansas City, MO USA - Monday, August 19, 2002 at 07:48:41 (PDT)Greetings Sun Mountian Band! Thanks for the great show at the Abbey Pub, Chicago! It was a treat to see you, and to see all the fans from scatterd places who found their way to you. The friends I brought, Fiddler initiates, were sold on you. We really had a great time. I was glad to meet some more fans here in Chicago. Much thanks going out to Jared for finding a place for the band to jam. I hope I get a chance to see him again. New friends are welcome discoveries for the new girl in the city. Good wishes to all. Cheers, Dawn
Dawn Youngs <dawn.youngs@usa.net>
Chicago, IL USA - Monday, August 12, 2002 at 06:09:10 (PDT)

In this spot was presented a marvelous tirade about James Damiano's long-running copyright infringement lawsuit against Bob Dylan. Took up a quarter of the guestbook---but interesting! Read it here.

Hey Guys, Got to see you during your KC stint, that red-headed friend of Dave and Rebecca. Looking forward to you hitting my new hometown of Chicago. I hope to get my favorite couple to come up here for the show as well. See you August 10th! Cheers, Dawn
Dawn <dawn.youngs@usa.net>
Chicago, IL USA - Monday, August 05, 2002 at 10:14:40 (PDT)

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Dicky, You need some sort of spam guard to keep the Russian translators and English marketeers out of the halowed ground reserved for true sun mountain summiteers! Get Dennis on it!
Cap'n Whit
<<I'm on it, Cap'n!>>
Galveston, Tx USA - Friday, August 02, 2002 at 08:08:02 (PDT)

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Dick old man, We plan to see you at Caroga on 7/8. Been awhile since the firehouse, sure you been busy by the look of things, but maybe there will be time for a beer. See you next week, Bruce&Kathy ,
bruce s <kathbruce@earthlink.net>

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Caught you guys at the Burned Down Cafe last summer and looking forward to seeing you again in August. Just about the best time I've ever had while getting hammered! Keep up the great work.
Milo Anderson <flinthearted@centurytel.net>
Minong, WI. USA - Thursday, June 20, 2002 at 10:29:44 (PDT)

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I just wanted to tell you that listening to your music was great. I'm a cajun from Louisiana and you don't find that many musicans that play like this . You have an awsome style and I just wanted to commend you on it.
Maghone' <CPCajun05@msn.com>
Church Point, La USA - Wednesday, June 19, 2002 at 18:55:46 (PDT)

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"Here's to the Fiddler and the Sun Mountain Band!" Fine job boys!! I had a GREAT time "following the fiddler" for 4 days! Ludington, Boyne City, and Hillsdale,MI. It was many miles and many smiles! Wish I was on my way to St Louis with you! See you soon, Susie
Sue Ritchey <sritcheyllpc@yahoo.com>
Osseo, MI USA - Monday, May 20, 2002 at 12:56:48 (PDT)

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Thanks
Lorraine
USA - Wednesday, May 15, 2002 at 05:16:16 (PDT)

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You gotta love the "Fiddler" - can't wait till next time!!
Ed Zaloom <Ezaloom@wpi.edu>
worcester, Ma USA - Friday, May 03, 2002 at 06:50:34 (PDT)

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I had the pleasure of meeting "the fiddler" when I was about 5 years old. And, 25 years later I'm excited to have found this website!!!
Gina M. Paulson (former Paulsen) :-) <gcloud911@earthlink.net>
Menasha , WI USA - Friday, April 19, 2002 at 12:57:59 (PDT)

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Dick Scary, but I think I saw or rather Heard your double at Sloppy Joes bar in Key West- Two brothers go by the name of Pete and Wayne. (Far out dudes) I really tried to leave after one beer. No wait a minute was it twelve beers- o well. Later, MVP
mike bickham <mike.bickham@corptech.net>
st. paul , mn USA - Monday, April 15, 2002 at 19:47:34 (PDT)

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Are you guys playing at the 2002 Violet Festival in Dolgeville??? I hope so! David Carradine will be performing with his band The Cosmic Rescue Team....Dolgeville native Christian Lyon is the drummer! ....Peace, Kristine
The Cosmic Rescue Team Website <kristineb30@excite.com>
Dolgeville, NY USA - Friday, March 29, 2002 at 10:16:01 (PST)

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Say Richard...by the looks at that schedule it appears you've found that "big talker"...congratulations.
Joe Harding <jharding@clarkpatterson.com>
Rochester, NY USA - Wednesday, March 27, 2002 at 14:35:05 (PST)

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IF YOU SEE HOLLY AT A BAR ON ST. THOMAS TELL HER I SAID HI AND GIVE HER A REAL BIG KISS.....SHE IS TALL AND THIN WITH DARK HAIR AND MAYBE A TINK OF GRAY AND VERY LOUD....THANKS
BRIAN WOLFF <BWOLFF81@AOL.COM>
SPOKANE, WA USA - Wednesday, March 27, 2002 at 10:15:39 (PST)

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Yo! Heard the midwestern babe's real dog - WOOF!
Yank
USA - Wednesday, March 27, 2002 at 07:47:04 (PST)

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Checked out your schedule for possible booking. Gary Nielsen says "Hello", be in contact with you soon. Busy...Busy...Busy
Nielsen's Laker Saloon
Shell Lake, WI USA - Monday, March 04, 2002 at 21:57:34 (PST)

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Hi there Had a browse through your nice pages and thoroughly enjoyed your mp3s. Great music! Slán go foill Stef of Bow Triplets
Bow Triplets <irishmusic@bowtriplets.com>
Switzerland - Thursday, February 14, 2002 at 13:23:38 (PST)

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Hi there! My name is Lena and I am a female bassplayer in the Swedish countryband Western Satellites. I just wanna drop by and say hi!
Lena Nohrén <nohren@hotmail.com>
Sweden - Friday, February 08, 2002 at 04:29:17 (PST)

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Hey Dick, I just wnted to say that you guys kicked ass @ my dads party on saturday have a merry christmas Harrypotterguy831@yahoo.com
David St. Hilaire (little dave)
USA - Thursday, December 20, 2001 at 07:47:39 (PST)

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Hey, Uncle! Thank you to you and Dorine for a fab evening, including the food, drink, company, and music. It was fun jamming with you and I wish we had more time to do things like that.....LOVE your CD--it kept us awake on that 3 hour trip. Thank you for that! Can't wait until we can hear you play again. You rock! Love, Mandy (and Jack)
Mandy Elliot <maelliot@rochester.rr.com>
Rochester, NY USA - Thursday, November 22, 2001 at 17:45:13 (PST)

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Hey, Dick. Totally enjoy when you slip into our area. Got to see you an unprecedented (for us) four times this summer past. Dick's Bar, the Hudson Band Shell and a few days later back to back nights at Tom's Burned Down. Got introduced to your music from Fred Kramer (who passed away this past September 9th) and his famous bar. You guys are a gas. Hope to see you next summer.
Bill Hooper <MnFast@aol.com>
Hudson, WI USA - Sunday, November 11, 2001 at 18:48:37 (PST)

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Dick, Fine job Saturday night in Castleton. Have already listened to both cd's on trip to rochester Sunday. Catch you next time. TH
Tim Hurley <t.hurley@att.net>
east greenbush, ny USA - Sunday, November 11, 2001 at 18:25:09 (PST)

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Hey Fiddler ... GOT CRACKLINS? *muahahhahah*
guesswho
USA - Friday, November 02, 2001 at 17:33:54 (PST)

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Hey guys:I want to say, I had a really great time jamming with ya'll at the the house on the lake up in Ludington. I don't think I have ever had so much fun! You guys truly are the meaning of "having fun, playing music" and full of talent. Let me know if you need a another guitarist. You have not really heard me play at my level, 'cuz I am equally comfortable with an electric guitar in my hands.I really enjoyed playing with you guys. Thanks for the opportunity, it was exactly what I needed. Hope to see you guys soon and yes, it's great to be alive.Dan Schrader 10-01
Dan Schrader <dan.schrader@ospreyfilters.com>
Atlanta, GA USA - Tuesday, October 02, 2001 at 05:40:46 (PDT)

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God Bless America, and to hell with Bin Laden
Weird News
USA - Friday, September 28, 2001 at 13:00:03 (PDT)

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Hi, I found your site on Crumbs so I thought I'd check it out. I even listened to a sample and loved it. I am from the upstate ny area as well and was wondering if you heard of Daddy Dick Richards? He played the fiddle with one arm. He's my grandfather and I'm continuing on the music so drop by and check it out! Love your site!Heather Richards
Heather Richards
Saratoga , NY USA - Friday, September 07, 2001 at 11:04:19 (PDT)

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Friends from Mahtomedi to St. John have seen you but no site of The Fiddler here in Geneva. When you coming back to Sonny's and give my best to Cliffo at the Beach Bar Cruz Bay (he built the new stage there)and Barry back on White Bear Lake!
Jim Kennedy <jxkennedy@lynnet.com>
Geneva, NY USA - Thursday, September 06, 2001 at 19:50:26 (PDT)

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WOW!!! you're so cool! i try to see you whenever you're in town. My mom is happy to bring me, she's Becky Stevens' best friend and is a good fan of yours'!
Kelsea McLean <bluescarab9@yahoo.com>
Belton, Missouri USA - Sunday, September 02, 2001 at 16:34:12 (PDT)

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um...i got into some real trouble so, well...i need a note from the band.
Joe Harding <jharding@clarkpatterson.com>
rochester, ny USA - Friday, August 31, 2001 at 15:14:22 (PDT)

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just wanted to make a post and say whats up to the sun mountain band.i hope you guys had a good trip home fromt the midwest. dick, i alsowanted to thank you for playing with me at madeline. it was both anhonor and a pleasure. and the wednesday night at lehmans was a treat.thanks again and take care. peace, clare
clare <cjlehman@students.wisc.edu>
madison, wi USA - Thursday, August 23, 2001 at 18:13:39 (PDT)

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Cool site.
Art Bell
Las Vegas, NV USA - Thursday, August 23, 2001 at 12:04:53 (PDT)

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SO finally I have seen Tom's Burned Down Cafe and Sculpture Garden. I have heard awesome music played in a bowling alley and under a tent that magically changes color, from blue on super days to starry at night, with options of actual 100% humidity at times--Tom, you should patent that one. At Tom's, the people, music and decor keep the natural airflow from being quite so noticeable, especially when the wildturkey dancers are on stage with Dick and the guys.The music just got better as the tour progressed--so glad I was able to catch so much of it this time. The group was really tight musically and it is a continuing treat to listen.(Okay, I am a tad prejudiced, but if you doubt any of this, go back to the schedule and arrange to catch a few sets yourself!)Sallie D'Asaro
Salie D'Asaro <darrowby@aol.com>
New Baltimore, NY USA - Wednesday, August 15, 2001 at 10:19:24 (PDT)

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Hey, DickI just missed you in Truro. Hope all is well!!Joyce
Joyce Bearse <Joycebearse@hotmail.com>
USA - Friday, August 10, 2001 at 10:11:00 (PDT)

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you have a wonderful site. i wish you much success. peace.
oldman <oldman@pathfindermail.com>
hamilton, on canada - Wednesday, August 08, 2001 at 07:28:21 (PDT)

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From the RV couple at CarolDee's FULL MOON EVENT, we thank you for the BEST live music we've heard in ages! You've got two more fans and all the ones we can get to just listen to you. The atmosphere provided was candle lit, star lit, warm, comfortable, and so very friendly. And you, Fiddler, were a complete treat! The Sun Mountain Band was a close second! Hope to enjoy you live as soon as our scheduals provide the opportunity!
Rudy and Loretta Whitbeck
Franklin, NY USA - Tuesday, August 07, 2001 at 13:27:22 (PDT)

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Hey Fiddler this is kaylee writing to you from your favorite city in America!!!When are you coming back? Guess what, I got a new fiddle whith a green bow, pretty cool huh?My mom, The Fabulous Becky Stevens, is trying to set me up with a lady who teaches jazz so I can learn chord changes. Tell Pablo I said hi!!
Kaylee <kayleerules@yahoo.com>
Kansas City, Mo USA - Friday, July 27, 2001 at 09:56:52 (PDT)

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One Request -- Please play FLORIDA...South Florida to be exact. We've got plenty of local news for you to add to the act, like our election prowess. Please...please...please.You guys are awesome. I really miss your music!
Karen Clark <jkdiverkaren@aol.com>
Jupiter, FL USA - Friday, July 27, 2001 at 09:28:42 (PDT)

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OMIGOD! WE'VE BEEN DIATRIBED!

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"Passion, though a bad regulator, is a powerful spring." -Ralph Waldo Emerson
Jenny Simpson
Hoboken, NJ USA - Monday, July 23, 2001 at 11:54:57 (PDT)

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this is the first time in quite a while that I've followed in to the website for more than the directions to the next gig. i must say, Dennis, that you are doing an incredible job here! don't anyone miss the new album links! It's getting better all the time, love, steve
Stephen Minnich <guitars@capital.net>
Ft. plain, USA - Thursday, July 19, 2001 at 21:47:16 (PDT)

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Every performance that I have seem, whether with the band or for friends, leaves me in awe. You have a great talent and I am pleased to say a personality to match. The combination keeps me coming back. Thanks for being you.
Ida & Jon Cruz <imcruz64@yahoo.com>
Richfield Springs, NY USA - Wednesday, July 04, 2001 at 15:49:52 (PDT)

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Enjoyed your concert tremendously last year in Cooperstown. Not sure if I am going to get to the States this summer. Not sure if my Grampy and Lynn (his wife) will be going to the States this summer and whether they will let me tag along. Hopefully they will go and hopefully they will bring me as I had fun and one of the highlights of my trip was to attend your concert. It was great. Do you ever come to Canada? And if not, why not? Would be interested in seeing you here in the ottawa area or the Ottawa Valley which would appreciate your style of wicked music!!!! (that means cool!!)
Stephanie Clark c/o <mayjon@magma.ca>
Ottawa, On Canada - Sunday, July 01, 2001 at 19:12:26 (PDT)

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Dennis, Dick, have you received the info on festivals I sent?Great to see you in Ludington, sorry I missed the show at Michael'sbut great after hours, as always. Was that REALLY catfood?
Cj <cjoyall@yahoo.com>
USA - Sunday, July 01, 2001 at 00:09:53 (PDT)

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Stephen and I would just like to modestly note that since we have been playing there, it has not rained at the Pig Roast. ---DD'A
Stringbuster <dendasaro@aol.com>
New Baltimore, NY USA - Sunday, June 17, 2001 at 20:39:55 (PDT)

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Hey folks, this is the Fiddler talking. I know it's my own website and guestbook, but I wanted to report briefly on our first Midwest Tour 2001, so here goes: The band was Steve and Phil Minnich, the road warrior twins, Dennis D'Asaro, the alphageek, and special guest from th e Caribbean Pablo Prosper. Pablo played all manner of percussion, including the Cajun "frattoire" (rub-board), as well as leading some great reggae music. We started at the Legion Hall in Hillsdale, MI with a fabulous night of entertainment and dancing, and were hosted sumptuously by Paul and Linda Solomon. From there we ran to St Louis, MO where we were hosted by Hudson & the Hoodoo Cats, who took us to the top of the famous arch, as well as setting us up at a jam with Big Bamou at the Broadway Oyster Bar (where we'll play next summer.) Then it was on to our favorite town in America, Kansas City. We stay with my old pal Chuck Silva and his wife Mardi who treat us like emperors! Great meals, jam sessions on the porch, gigs everywhere. Mardi even had the piano tuned. Rich Kenney, owner of The Peanut(s) -we play three of them- sent me off with a fine neon Leinenkugel beer sign, which now hangs proudly on the wall of our Norwegian summer cottage in Chetek, WI. At Zig's Pig #17, Hudson and the Hoodoo Cats -friends from the Caribbean- came and opened the show, and we alternated sets on the grand stage. There were family and friends, about 500, and the best weather ever. Guest musicians jammed til the wee hours. Next leg of the tour was Minnesota and Wisconsin. We had to get longjohns for Pablo. One highlight was a show we played for juniors at the "Zoo School,"the School for Environmental Studies in St Paul, who gave us a standing ovation. We saw many friends and fans from the Caribbean. The final leg took us across the top of Michigan, the "UP," or "Upper Penninsula," where we caught the full moon rising over Lake Michigan just beforewe watched the Philadelphia 76-ers beat the LA Lakers in the opening of the NBA finals. The final gigs were in Ludington, MI at Michael's Bar. We had a blast there, and staying at Doobie Di's fabulous mansion on the water capped it all. Jammed til sunrise on that great Steinway grand. Any tour with the Sun Mountain Band makes me say once again: ain't it great to be alive! Thank you all. Fiddler
Dick Solberg <sunmtfiddler@yahoo.com>
USA - Wednesday, June 13, 2001 at 06:22:49 (PDT)

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Great time last night. Hope we can do this again real soon!
Jean Leskinen - Fritzie <litch@chibardun.net>
Eau Claire, WI USA - Saturday, June 02, 2001 at 10:53:27 (PDT)

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Can't wait to see you guys! Love the fiddler and his musicians!
Steve Litchfield <litch@chibardun.net>
Chetek, WI USA - Saturday, June 02, 2001 at 09:29:24 (PDT)

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Man, I miss you guys! Once again you're playing in Truro one day before I get there! Hope your having a great time!!
John Galbraith <john.galbraith@chanelusa.com>
Hillsborough, NJ USA - Thursday, May 31, 2001 at 14:49:52 (PDT)

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HEY!!!! No one signed my guest book again! This is against the rules!!! I am trying to lobby Cheryl and Chuck for the August Chateck and Madeline Island Deal. You all need to write and convince him. Thanks For A Once again record breaking trip! It was great!XOXOXO Mardi
Mardi Silva <mardisilva@hotmail.com>
KC, MO USA - Thursday, May 31, 2001 at 12:03:12 (PDT)

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HEY HEY, counting down the days until the Legion Jam in Hillsdale.Glad to see you'll be in Ludington over the weekend, may have to jet up there for the Friday nite show. See you soon, I'll bring my harp. Carey
CJ Allaire
USA - Thursday, May 10, 2001 at 18:02:55 (PDT)

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Dick,looking forward to seeing and hearing you and the boys in Happydale on Mothers Day weekend. Will be making the trip down south with some friends who are looking forward to jaming with you later. It sure is great to be alive!
Pam Barrett Chipman <pamchipman@voyager.net>
Boyne City, MI USA - Monday, May 07, 2001 at 03:33:38 (PDT)

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It was great to see you once again, the second annual TrinityCollege Diving Team Trip to see the "Sun Mountain Band" was GREAT! Completing the night was the discovery that we werealums. Good old Brunswick Academy, "Courage, honor, Truth."
Bradford Albus <Raver117@Aol.com>
New Canaan, CT USA - Saturday, May 05, 2001 at 08:08:27 (PDT)

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Still demented after all these years! Are you and Doreen going to the reunion? Tom Gold is over visiting and we looked you up on the Obie web site. Nice web affair.
Marshall Cohen <kraftcohen@rcn.com>
Newton, MA USA - Sunday, April 22, 2001 at 11:25:32 (PDT)

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Seeking knowledgeable suggestions for a Dec 26-Jan 3-ish getaway to see Fiddler and crew and soak up everything withlots of sun and sand. probably 2 people. Accommodations, travel tips, New Years Eve: Latitude 18? late-jams, etc. Looking foward to seeing Dick in Hillsdale in May. Any and all responses appreciated! CJ
cj <cjoyall@yahoo.com>
Kentwood, MI USA - Tuesday, April 17, 2001 at 16:37:43 (PDT)

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Dick Willow, and Dorine, There is a party down here! W
captain whit <whitcarter@yahoo.com>
Rio de Janiero, Brazil - Thursday, April 12, 2001 at 15:23:15 (PDT)

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I was thinking of a warm summer's eve spent picking cherries and later listening to the sweetest violin playing I know while the neighbor shouted obscenities. Made me smile. Bob and I are still hoping for an Alabama Gulf Coast stop on your way north one spring. The snowbirds already love you and the locals won't let you leave. I might even cook a mess of crabs, you never know.
Miss Leslie <missleslie2@msn.com>
Fairhope, AL USA - Monday, April 09, 2001 at 17:45:23 (PDT)

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Fiddler, It is great to be alive, come on in and see the new digital stuff I am producing, photography has jumped to a new level!Tim
Tim Shafer <Tim@theclassicimage.com>
East StoneArabia, N.Y. USA - Sunday, April 08, 2001 at 10:40:15 (PDT)

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Welcome home, enough snow here for you this spring? They cancelled it this year! Nice site! Talk to ya soon-Jon
jon chamberlain <biggjjon69@yahoo.com>
palatine bridge, ny USA - Saturday, April 07, 2001 at 09:49:08 (PDT)

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Tell me, baby...now, why ya been gone so long?..you been gone so long! Just got the good news from Mr. Solomon re: Hillsdale American Legion Post #53!!! I have been spreading the word. The snow birds anxiously await your arrival:)
Sue Ritchey <meads@starr.org>
Osseo, MI USA - Friday, April 06, 2001 at 10:15:04 (PDT)

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I loved the last gig dick.....you guys are the best local band around. I love the song relativity or "ups and downs" its a great song and its my favorite song. Your a very talented man and an excellent entertainer. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK! Look Forward to seeing another great season next year!!
MaLia <meleewee_85@yahoo.com>
St.Thomas, USVI USA - Saturday, March 31, 2001 at 19:22:36 (PST)

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You guys were awesome at Latitude 18. I was there with some friends from school (ella hoffman etc), and we had a great night listening to you.
Caitlin <cfhenningsen@hotmail.com>
Andover, MA USA - Monday, March 26, 2001 at 21:03:39 (PST)

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st. thomas wouldn't be the same without you. neither would latitude 18 although you were also great at ed and kathy's picnic and at molly malones. looking forward to seeing you next year.
francine gilbert
USA - Thursday, March 22, 2001 at 12:16:05 (PST)

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Love the website and love the "live" music downdoad. We tried to get down to St.Thomas to see you this year but it just did not click. Can't wait for you to come home . See you at the Parting Glass and/or Red Lion.
Doug & Nancy Kelley <dkelley@nycap.rr.com>
Averill Park, N.Y. USA - Sunday, March 18, 2001 at 16:32:21 (PST)

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You and the Band are always a high point of our vacation in St. Thomas. Keep up the good music.
Tom and Darby Everhard <darbo@eos.net>
Cincinnati, OH USA - Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 19:27:44 (PST)

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Just bought some mandolin strings from Stephen on ebay and he left your email address so i figured I'd check it out. I live about ten minutes from the Parting Glass so I'll have to stop in there when you play in april
Wesley B. McCleary <wesleymccleary@aol.com>
Ballston Spa, NY United States - Monday, February 26, 2001 at 22:47:43 (PST)

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Had a blast at Latitude-18. Thanks for a fun evening.
Bob & Joan Masino <r0441@bellatlantic.net>
Clark, NJ USA - Thursday, February 15, 2001 at 10:30:05 (PST)

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While cruzing the net, I somehow found your site.
Tim Pashly
San Diego, California USA - Wednesday, February 14, 2001 at 22:56:53 (PST)

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The Noschwag Company <hemp@hemp.isfun.net>
USA - Sunday, February 11, 2001 at 08:55:12 (PST)

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Sorry I missed the last show at the Red Lion, can't wait for spring!
Lorraine in VT
USA - Sunday, January 21, 2001 at 14:22:19 (PST)

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Dick, hello. How are you? We met once or twice, but I cannot remember where. I was just telling my buddy that I have a friend named Seth Ramsdill who used to play with you. We were just looking through some old Phish bootlegs, and we came across May 93 and I immediately said "I know that guy". In any event, one thing led to another and we ended up at your site, so I figured I would I say HEY. Keep kicking butt. Take care and have a great 2001.
Adam Riggi <ariggi@mediaone.net>
USA - Tuesday, January 02, 2001 at 16:47:27 (PST)

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I would like to order a gift certificate from Alex's restaurant but am uncertain as to how to do it over the internet can you e-mail me and let me know. Thank you.
Vicky Oliver <fidgment1@juno.com>
lyndonville, ny USA - Friday, December 29, 2000 at 07:52:06 (PST)

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We will never forget Halloween many years ago at the Stony Creek Inn!! It was a wild night..loads of fun!!!Looking forward to seeing you again!
Dave and Maggie Martin <dinahsback@aol.com>
Schenectady, NY USA - Saturday, December 16, 2000 at 11:21:01 (PST)

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Dick, thanks for playing a special gig for all of us. It meant more to me than I can even express. You are most definately a very special person. Have a warm and safe winter...forever your groupie, Susie
Sue Ritchey-Mead <meads@starr.org>
Osseo, MI USA - Thursday, December 14, 2000 at 13:38:14 (PST)

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Keep it up!
Stephen Fraga
San Francisco, CA USA - Friday, December 08, 2000 at 13:19:16 (PST)

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Hey man how's it goin? Just checkin in......rock on.
Chris Solberg <SubIce3@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, November 25, 2000 at 12:00:47 (PST)

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Hey! I'm bringing pie to thanksgiving!
Ann Solberg <AnnSolberg@aol.com>
Katonah, NY USA - Tuesday, November 21, 2000 at 15:04:12 (PST)

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Hey Uncle Dick, You should know who this is. I am signing this guestbook before I come to visit you for Thanksgiving 2000 up at the Grange. Can't wait to see ya and the family. Luv ya!
Nancy Caroline Susana Mellisa Cordelia Thea Kristen Margery Carlsdatter Solberg <Petunia1287@aol.com and NancyDaGr8@aol.com>
Katonah, NY USA - Tuesday, November 21, 2000 at 15:01:00 (PST)

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Just a note to say that we thoroughly enjoyed your show in Chapel Hill, NC on November 10. It was nice having the opportunity to chat with members of the group over dinner at the Holiday Inn. You guys obviously have lots of fun doing what you do, and that's more than can be said for the majority of the population. Just a reminder--Asheville, NC would be a great place for you to land some gigs. You would undoubtedly find enthusiastic and receptive audiences there, as your musical style would be a perfect fit for the area. You should also come to Charlotte, where we live, as this city would also be quite amenable to what your group brings to the table. In fact, southern cities, in general, would be great places for your form of entertainment. There's no doubt that you guys have mastered the art of entertaining to a science. And we'll close by simply saying--"keep on keeping on," and continue expanding your musical horizons to ever greater proportions!! With your talent, the sky is the limit!!
Gary & Diane Baker
Matthews, NC USA - Monday, November 13, 2000 at 21:50:50 (PST)

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Fiddler, greeting from your environmental conscience!! Hope all is well in your part of the world. I hear you ran into some friends of mine in Chapel Hill, NC...they were thrilled to see you...next time!!
Harding <hardingn@medevaus.com>
Rochester, NY USA - Monday, November 13, 2000 at 11:01:36 (PST)

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Hey Dick...It looks like I'm catching you on you're way to Egypt...Have a great trip...I was hoping I'd see you at Andy's, just couldn't make it...Next year for sure...
Paul E. Fey ( ie. The Capicator)
Fayetteville, NY USA - Monday, September 11, 2000 at 11:55:48 (PDT)

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Greetings Dick, I love this place! My hat is off to you for creatinga fine site with decidedly correct linguistics! Your list offellow admirers speaks volumes of your penchant for the road, and winning smile that opens doors around the world!Hope to see you again this year at 'The Smithy' here for ourannual "Fiddlers Three" event. I picked up a few licks from MariaBachmann atthat "Basically Brandenberg" performance we attended that I can't wait to try(LOL). Hugsto Doreen....Keep on Fiddlin',Tom
Tom Blatz <nystrings@yahoo.com>
Cooperstown, NY USA - Thursday, September 07, 2000 at 11:33:30 (PDT)

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Settled Toby and family into the cottage. Returned home to find that I had a part time position at the Zoo school which is where I am now. Looking forward to being a lumberjack in late Sept. Thanks for a great visit and will see you soon. Hi Doreen.
old man in attic
USA - Tuesday, August 29, 2000 at 14:45:34 (PDT)

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Settled Toby and family into the cottage. Returned home to find that I had a part time position at the Zoo school which is where I am now. Looking forward to being a lumberjack in late Sept. Thanks for a great visit and will see you soon. Hi Doreen.
old man in attic
USA - Tuesday, August 29, 2000 at 14:41:24 (PDT)

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Hey Hey, thought I'd be the first to hail those great guys whojust rocked Ludington's Michael's. Hearing Bob Dylan done "Dennis Style" wassuperb. Thanks, Dick, for all of the tributes to your traveling groupies (certainly all alumni) and "Ridin' High" at the end of the last set (and beyond!!) Amazing grace...how sweet the sound! Great to see you guys!
Carey Allaire <cjoyall@yahoo.com>
Grand Rapids, MI USA - Thursday, August 17, 2000 at 17:56:15 (PDT)

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Just finished a great home on Madeline Island-so will always be there for show at Tom's Burned-Down Cafe. Love that place & loved your show (Aug., 2000)
Beth & Jerry Speckien <BSpeck@charter.net>
Eau Claire, WI USA - Monday, August 07, 2000 at 16:37:30 (PDT)

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The Sunmountain Band Was just outstanding at the barn on the 22nd The best yet Dick. Glen G. was so glade he was there he likes your music and said your a great entertainer.
Arnie & DeAnne
VanHornesville , NY USA - Sunday, July 23, 2000 at 09:32:42 (PDT)

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Hey Dick and Doreen: Have not seen you guys in 12-14 yrs-last time was in St. Thomas! In the early 80's I was Chief of Castleton Fire Co. and we had a friendly game of volleyball which you lost, you owe me your van! See you in Chapel Hill NC if you will provide details.
Dick & Laurel Hamm <RWHKdale@Hotmail.com>
Knightdale, Ncnc USA - Saturday, July 22, 2000 at 11:44:04 (PDT)

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Love your fiddlin', maybe we will see you in N.C.
Mary and Glenn Sutterby <gmsutterby@flare.net>
Seneca Falls, N.Y. USA - Thursday, July 20, 2000 at 06:59:28 (PDT)

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is't gerat to be alive!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
greg,bill&bernice kasks&cfc.crew <Wood@aol.com>
castleton, ny USA - Thursday, July 13, 2000 at 16:04:01 (PDT)

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you guys are all the rage in my book and i don't say it because 2 of my uncles are in the band. jackson
jackson marshall <rockw@citlink.net>
ft.plain, n.y. USA - Monday, July 10, 2000 at 23:06:14 (PDT)

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hi guys i'm sitting here listening to (riding high)what great tune.love that heineken river.looking foward to thurs. eve concert on cape cod.later...............
mark jones <lucymoons@mediaone.com>
marion, ma USA - Wednesday, July 05, 2000 at 20:01:19 (PDT)

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Hello from Singer/Songwriter Heather Richards in Upstate NY!
Heather Richards
Hartford, ny USA - Monday, June 19, 2000 at 20:27:52 (PDT)

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Hey,isn't it about time the Sun Mountain Fiddler came home, meaning Chetek??? I'm the guy from Lehman's Supper Club who would tip just about anything to hear you do a solo on Ashoken Farewell, again. I want that done at my funeral, and I want to hear you play it again. It's been a few years, so I need another 'Fiddler Fix!' Please advise.
John Wilman <jjwilman@chibardun.net>
Turtle Lake, WI USA - Friday, June 16, 2000 at 19:27:30 (PDT)

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dick,we are planning to be at the town concert july 6th,myself,sandy and roland vigeant.we are staying at a holiday inn near by. what happens if it rains any other plans?let me know.please e mail me a.s.a.p. thanks bud. mj
mark jones <lucymoons@mediaone.net>
marion, ma USA - Friday, June 16, 2000 at 04:45:53 (PDT)

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As usual, you guys put on another great performance at the Annual Violet Festival here in Dolgeville, NY. Thank You just doesn't seem to be enough for the great job you did. Amazing how the word of your coming spreads around here. Your performance and music definitly make it great to be alive. Thank You
Ken Rasbach <ken@ntcnet.com>
Dolgeville, NY USA - Tuesday, June 13, 2000 at 06:38:36 (PDT)

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Been followin' Dick the fiddler off and on for years from here in Geneva. Had the good fortune of stumbling onto his bar in the village one night while riding around in a limo my sister Christine Lavin had rented for us while she played her second show of the night at the Bottom Line. It's always the warm and fuzzies and a little kick in the ass as well when you go to see Mountain man and his crew. Enjoy!Ed Lavin
ed lavin <ehl2@cornell.edu>
geneva, ny USA - Friday, June 09, 2000 at 08:56:14 (PDT)

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Ain't it great to be alive! Livin' up a storm here in CT with wife, Jackie, and son, Davey (age 2). We expectto be moving and building this summer. All the best to youand yours Dickie.Peace,Dave
Dave McCaffery <jacqualyn_m_mccaffery@groton.pfizer.com>
Hanover, CT USA - Thursday, June 08, 2000 at 17:38:58 (PDT)

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As always, this years Zig's Pig was a blast. Where else can we listen to fabulous music, experience professional(?) pyrotechnics, eat tons of food, drink lots of beer, and watch people from every generation imaginable get along so well. We are looking forward to seeing you next year and who know maybe even travel to see you sometime. Great website, now I can let my East Coast friends in on the countries best kept secret.
Renee Handley <reneehandley@hotmail.com>
Kansas City, MO USA - Sunday, May 28, 2000 at 14:22:09 (PDT)

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Great WEB page! Good work, Doreen. Ron was thrilled to see his photo of Dick on the Home Page (an honour to be part of this terrific website), and thanks you for giving him a photo credit, a gesture very much appreciated. We received your Spring and Summer schedule, and thank you for sending it. Hope we will be able to catch you somewhere in New York state this summer or fall. We are huge fans, and have been since we saw you at the Baggy Wrinkle in St. Croix, Feb. 18, 1997. Your #1 Canadian fans, Wendy Lundquist and Ron Rogde
Wendy Lundquist & Ron Rogde <wendyl@web.new>
Toronto, ON Canada - Saturday, May 20, 2000 at 11:38:52 (PDT)

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Just wanted to confirm your dates in Ludington, MI. August 16 & 17? Want to make sure we request the right days off of work so we don't miss it!! Thanks
Tom & Meredith Smith <tsmith@freeway.net>
Alpena, MI USA - Saturday, May 20, 2000 at 10:11:51 (PDT)

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How'dy you'all! I saw the Sun Mountain Band play at Off Broadway in St. Louis last Tuesday night 5/16/00 and they blew me away. I left feeling great and have been on some kind of high ever since. I am planning on going to KC to see you guys at the Peanut and Zig's Pig roast. I'm Mary's brother "St. Louis Steve" and saw you up ther last year. What a great time. Hope to come up with a car full of friends. I'm excited about partying with all of you! and the wild bunch up in KC Chuck, Mary, Joe Muraski, etc... Hope I can find someone to dance with me. I want to dance with you, twirl you all around the floor~ that's what they invented dancing for. I just want to dance with you!! see you in KC Steve
Stephen Engelmeyer <Angelmeier@aol.com>
Normandy, MO USA - Friday, May 19, 2000 at 11:29:36 (PDT)

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Dick - HURRYBACK! The Caribbean and Latitude 18 just isn't the same without you.
Fred & Kathy of Cool Signs <captfrogs@hotmail.com>
St. Thomas, USA - Wednesday, May 17, 2000 at 10:22:30 (PDT)

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It was such great fun to see you at Paul and Linda's. We were hoping that you made it to St. Louis after such a late night. Leigh rocks! Have a great tour and I'll try to make it to Ludington. Peace.
jackie barrett
Wapakoneta, OH USA - Tuesday, May 16, 2000 at 20:07:03 (PDT)

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Hi, Dick, From the Leylon Sneed crowd here in St. Thomas. We spend a couple of months during the summer in Arkansas not far from Fayetteville and were all excited to learn that you were going to play there and in Springfield, MO which is also not far, but I just checked your schedule and you will be there before we get there. DARN! We'll just have to see you next year in St. Thomas!
Harriet & Ron Hale <hbi@islands.vi>
St.Thomas, VI USA - Sunday, May 14, 2000 at 17:44:17 (PDT)

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Dear Dick, Thanks for the new tour card. I`ll be in montauk for your Aug. shows. I`m sorry I`ll miss the fourth of july show. I`m bringing the boat up on the 14th of july hope to see you then . best regards Capt Ben "GUARIMBA"
Ben / Leila Mahler <BMcapt@aol>
Stuart, fl USA - Sunday, May 14, 2000 at 09:19:26 (PDT)

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Hey Dick,We miss you in Egypt!!
Mike VanEtten <Scruffyv@yahoo.com>
Egypt, NY USA - Saturday, May 13, 2000 at 10:02:28 (PDT)

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Bringing my new wife to my brothers pigroast this year. I'm looking forward to one more long weekend of serandes and sow. See you in two weeks
Eric and Kim Ziglinski <ekzig@msn.com>
Sunrise, fl USA - Friday, May 12, 2000 at 13:03:44 (PDT)

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hey dick...got your summer schedule...looks busy...saw you are in houston in the fall....we'll have to hook there w/ mart...new papa..hope you got the announcement....did not make it to jazz fest this year for obvious reasons...next time...take care and stay in touch
dan mcadams <managedcare@hma-corp.com>
naples, fl USA - Thursday, May 11, 2000 at 13:45:21 (PDT)

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Heh, Dick great to get your card, I'm reminded of all the fun I had with you and Paul down in St Thomas. I think I've finally started to recover from my vacation!I'd love to come out east sometime and see a show. Yes it's great to be alive! Bryan
Bryan Singleton <bksingleton@earthlink.net>
San Francisco, ca USA - Tuesday, May 09, 2000 at 22:11:43 (PDT)

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we saw you last november at sonny's in geneva, ny. missed you at the dino in rochester - thought about the dino in syracuse, glad we didn't make the trip since they were closed. the dates on your calendar for may seem a little off - sonny's friday the 13th? or are you at sonny's saturday the 13th?
lorie <lorie56@hotmail.com>
batavia, ny USA - Tuesday, May 09, 2000 at 12:21:08 (PDT)

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Hi from fellow travelers on the Schooner Timberwind (Summer of 1997). Excited to hear that you are making it down our way, but disappointed to read that it's a private party. Any information for party crashers would be appreciated.
Jeff Cohen <jeffreylcohen@mindspring.com>
Chapel Hill, NC USA - Monday, May 08, 2000 at 18:58:53 (PDT)

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Dick, Thanks for the update card. I see that you are at a "private party" in Rochester, NY on Aug. 19.,2000. What's it all about? C'mon. If you play our town, we gotta see ya. Let us know were this shin-dig is and we'll come in rockin'! Your Rochester peeps miss you. Let's shoot some crackers onthe 4th. WE'RE READY !!! All the best - SPIDER
steven SPIDER cassorla <fireworks@f.am>
san francisco, ca USA - Monday, May 08, 2000 at 13:40:11 (PDT)

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May 19 Fayetteville private party? You're going to be 1 hour away! That is a very busy night for me for May Fest or I would try to come over. Good to hear from you via postcard.
Jimmy and Sally Thackery <esblues@arkansas.net>
Eureka Springs, AR USA - Monday, May 08, 2000 at 10:28:12 (PDT)

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Dick and the other Sun Mountain Band members: We saw you twice at Latitude 18 in St. Thomas the end of February when we were visiting the Roys who have a home there. We plan to catch at least one of your Red Lion shows this season. Can't wait!!!
Ruth and Jim Benjamin <rbenjamin@sanborn.k12.nh.us>
Newton, NH USA - Monday, May 08, 2000 at 05:42:37 (PDT)

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Hi Dick & Doreen, The pictures trigger much nostalgia - primarily the Postoffice, but also Janet's birthday in NY. Glad to see you're so active but not surprised.
Janet & Ted <tedjan6149@aol.com>
Sun Lakes, AZ USA - Saturday, May 06, 2000 at 18:15:34 (PDT)

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Can't believe I messed up my E-mail on the first sign in I guess I got to exited having the worlds greatest Fiddler lookin right at me -peter
Peter Shulman <peter@artzap.com>
West Fulton , NY USA - Saturday, May 06, 2000 at 06:00:36 (PDT)

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Can't believe I'm the first fellow "moose" to sign in here. Hiya bro your lookin good. Say hi to doreen for me and I'll be at the Red Barn. Your very best friend-hehe-Peter
Peter Shulman <peter2artzap.com>
West Fulton, NY USA - Saturday, May 06, 2000 at 05:52:32 (PDT)

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hi dick,we met you down on st.thomas with roland vigeant at latitude 18,,also don't forget that night in truro we hung out w/you guys when you did that jam session and we ran out of beer:( any way we will se you july 6th in truro let me know if you guys will be jamming after we'll hang out..please e mail us back and yes it is"great to be alive" !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
mark and sandra jones <lucymoons@mediaone.net>
marion, ma USA - Saturday, May 06, 2000 at 05:18:15 (PDT)

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Dick we miss you down here in the land of sun sand and fun. (St. Thomas) The trees and the beach are waiting for your return. These Guys will bring the house down in more than one way. Peace and Out.....Ain't it great the be alive and Pychotic in the U.S. Virgin Islands
Crash <doktorcrash@yahoo.com>
St. Thomas, V.I. USA - Monday, May 01, 2000 at 12:17:06 (PDT)

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Welcome Home!!!
Steve and Dawn <guitars@capital.com>
FT. Plain, NY USA - Wednesday, April 05, 2000 at 21:05:40 (PDT)

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Dick, the best kept secret in real fun entertainment as well as one hell of a fiddler ! Life is to short to miss this kind of fun ! A # 1 fan since the ole days at Sparkeys on the water front St.Thomas V.I
Dave Callahan <callahan@islands.com>
st.thomas, vi USA - Tuesday, April 04, 2000 at 22:39:29 (PDT)

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Thanks again for steering me toward "Compound Interest." Where else could I have encountered Irish jigs, Civil War battle songs, Rolling Stones and Bo Diddley all on one plate.
Paul Dirks <PhD9@excite.com>
Bourbonnais, IL USA - Wednesday, March 22, 2000 at 22:05:51 (PST)

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Hey Dick et al!...Sorry I missed your gig at Higher Ground in Winooski a bit back. Did you get the message that I called? Wish I could've said hello but "they" didn't know where you were at that moment. Was Doreen with you? I just couldn't pull off the hour drive - and I am spread thin still. But life is good and full and riddled with smiles. I assume you are all down catchin' the warmth and good vibes across the pond. Enjoy! I'm sitting in the middle of a snowstorm here in the mountains! Yippee! Won't you all come back to Vermont sometime soon? Pleeease?.. (Congratulations on being a grandma, Mardi!) Hope you are all well! lisa
Lisa Williams <lmw@madriver.com>
Warren , VT USA - Sunday, March 05, 2000 at 13:26:02 (PST)

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We loved you at Latitude 18 Saturday Feb 19th, under the full moon. We still have glitter on! :) COME TO THE BIG APPLE SOON! Put us on your mailing list please.
Victoria, Allison, Michele <kleina@mediavestww.com>
NY, NY USA - Thursday, February 24, 2000 at 10:46:14 (PST)

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GO GET 'EM BILL !!!!!!!! HOPE TO SE YA SOMETIME !! BILL
BILL <stevenmzukaitis@prodigy.net>
Hilton, NY USA - Sunday, February 20, 2000 at 12:43:03 (PST)

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This band's the most fun I've had since....... I forgot.
Stephen <guitars@capital.net>
Ft. Plain, NY USA - Thursday, February 17, 2000 at 07:54:48 (PST)

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Thanx, Fiddler et.al. for making Alex's B-Day party on Island the best ever! Looking forward to many years to come at Lattitude 18 & Alex's Restaurant!
Shirin R. Bar-Sela <sbarsela@ems.jsc.nasa.gov>
Houston, TX USA - Tuesday, February 08, 2000 at 11:43:19 (PST)

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I caught the last three stateside performances of the SMB and each one was more entertaining than the last! I saw over fifty (at least) performers in 1999 and you guys are my new favorites, thanks!
Lorraine K <chichijane@aol.com>
VT USA - Sunday, January 16, 2000 at 09:54:16 (PST)

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Greetings from the Fiddler's biggest fans in OSSEO, MI! Love the new web-site, very impressive...will share with all our friends. Hope all is well on the islands...wish we were there...Peace and Love, Dave & Betty, Todd & Kelly Ritchey, Bryan & Sue Mead
Sue Ritchey-Mead <meads@starr.org>
Osseo, MI USA - Monday, January 03, 2000 at 09:13:46 (PST)

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Joel told David and I about your great music. I saw the pictures of your December party. Everyone looks like there having a great time. What's the dog's name he's cute.
Terri Glickman <Knit-1 Joel's Mom>
Peabody, Ma USA - Friday, December 17, 1999 at 13:49:23 (PST)

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Wow! What a great time at the Beach Xmas Party in Troy, NY. Click here to see a complete photo album from the party.  You can also click on any of the pictures shown here for full resolution.

Hi Dick and Doreen! Great to see the web site coming right along. Looking forward to seeing you again soon. Maybe I'll fly into Ft. Plain and visit sometime .. Is there a grass strip behind the grange hall? Check here for my latest exploits.