It’s the time of the year when people go to the beach if they have an ocean nearby or a lake or swimming hole with a sandy shore. I have some wonderful memories of being at the beach by both the Atlantic and the Pacific. There’s something about being that close to the ocean so powerful, and the birds and shells and sometimes wildlife are so thrilling. Camping near the ocean or even sleeping in a motel with the window open to hear the sound of the surf is so calming. I’ve made wind chimes from the washed-up small pieces of wood with their hollow ring. I’ve sat and played my guitar on the beach and dunes - drawing inspiration from the wonder of it all. I’ve fished with friends in the surf and caught small and large fish (I caught the small and my friend caught the large!) Jen and I have walked for miles and the beach just enjoying the sound of the birds and bells on the buoys. I can imagine that living near a beach would be intoxicating - improving life by the magic of the ancient forces being so close. There are just so many amazing things about being on a beach, and I have been there many times. So this Wednesday I will do show about beaches on my online show. It will be so cool to immerse myself in songs about such an enthralling place.
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What have I been up to?
I had 6 senior facilities last week, and we were celebrating 250 years of independence with lots of patriotic songs for most of them. I love these folks.
My Wednesday online show was doing 250 years of American music that commented on the history of different eras and events. I suppose it was a real history lesson, and the audience was so appreciative and engaged.
Thursday night at the Yellow Pine barbecue was packed, and it was such a good time. They had a special banner for 250 years and a large American flag for folks to take pictures in front of, and I did several patriotic songs that people sang along to.
Friday I played in La Veta in the park to a great crowd of folks who were enjoying the day after a patriotic parade while looking at all the cool artwork that people were selling. It was a fine time.
My Sunday online show had some great requests, and even though I was really tired from being with family July 4th and playing music into the wee hours, the music really flowed.
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What am I up to this week?
I have 10 senior facilities this week, and I think I’ll probably play them some of the beach songs I’m doing for my Wednesday online show. That should fun!
My Wednesday online show 7-8:45 mountain time will be doing beach songs as I said above. This ought to be a really fun show with all the great beach songs we’ll do. I’d love to have you go to the beach with me!
Thursday night 6:30-8 I’m back at the Yellow Pine Barbecue, and I’m sure it’ll be a spicy night of barbecue and good times in the old barn. You’re always welcome, and I think anyone would really enjoy it. Call 719-742-3528 to make a reservation now.
Saturday 7-9 I’m playing a free dance at the Cuchara Community Center with my good friend Dennis Mills on bass and vocals. This old facility is so cool, and these dances are so much fun. I get to stretch out on some great dance tunes, and the community really comes out and celebrates. I’d love to have you there as well if you’d like to come dance in the mountains where the air is crisp and the music is cookin’!
My Sunday online show 7-8:45 mountain time will be favorites and requests as always, and it’s always such a sweet night of friendship and good choices in music. Come on out!
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That’s it for this week. I’m riding the wave of summer as best as I can, but it’s almost kicking my butt with so much to do. But I rise and have a blast. I hope you do too.
Best,
Tom
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Details this week:
Who: Tom Munch
What: playing and singing an online concert of beach songs
Where: facebook.com/tom.munch and tommunch.com/online-concerts
When: Wednesday, July 8, 7-8:45 pm mountain time
Who: Tom Munch
What: playing & singing at the barbeque
Where: Yellow Pine Guest Ranch, Cuchara. 719-742-3528
When: Thursday, July 9, 6:30-8 pm
Who: Tom Munch and Dennis Mills
What: playing a free dance of country and rock and roll
Where: Cuchara Community Center, 16500 State Highway 12, Cuchara, CO
When: Friday, July 11, 7-9 pm
Who: Tom Munch
What: playing and singing an online concert of favorites and requests
Where: facebook.com/tom.munch and tommunch.com/online-concerts
When: Sunday, July 12, 7-8:45 pm mountain time
