Cowboys

I have been enchanted by cowboy history and lore for all my life. Of course, you have to know that western TV shows and movies were all the rage when I was kid. Every friend I knew had a hat, boots, and toy guns. Playing “cowboys and Indians” was a regular pastime. (To tell the truth, I was also into Native American stories and history.) When I was in college I worked at a cowboy camp one summer at Philmont Scout Ranch that led me to study historical cowboy songs and the history of the cattle trails and ranches in the early west. I felt compelled to learn all I could about the realities of early cowboy life and also the mythology that led to all the western movies and shows I love. Since that time I have continued to be enamored with cowboys. I’ve done cowboy campfires at several guest ranches. I’ve done cowboy history shows at schools and historic events. I regularly do cowboy songs at my senior facilities and other venues. I just love the rough and rowdy as well as the lonely and vulnerable stories of the old west. How about you? Do you have a fondness for cowboy lore?

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What have I been up to?

I had 10 senior facilities last week, and surprisingly they still wanted to hear patriotic songs for Independence Day even though it had already passed. I even did a short version of the history show I did on July 1st for one place. I love these folks.

My Wednesday online show was doing beach songs, and it was so much fun. Everyone seemed to enjoy it. I loved getting into the feeling of being near the waves with my toes in the sand.

The Thursday barbecue at the Yellow Pine Guest Ranch was packed again, and it was a great crowd of nice folks who really gave some nice energy.

Saturday night I played a dance at the Cuchara Community Center with my friend Dennis Mills on bass that was also a blast. It’s so much fun to play music where you stress the beat to drive people to dance. Cuchara folks are so genuine and kind.

My Sunday online show was favorites and requests as always, and it was a little different assortment of tunes this time as I picked some I haven’t done in a long while. Love these folks!

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What am I up to this week?

I have 11 senior facilities this week, and I think I’ll choose a theme for each one and run with it. I’m sure some will want to hear the cowboy songs I’ll be doing for my Wednesday online show too.

My Wednesday online show 7-8:45 mountain time will be doing cowboy songs and history. I love doing these songs so much, and getting the opportunity to dedicate a whole show to them is the best. Please tune in if this sounds like a show you’d enjoy.

Thursday night 6:30-8 I’m back at the barbecue at the Yellow Pine. These nights have been so much fun this summer, and it’s so gratifying to enjoy a night in this classic mountain barn under the stars. I’d love to see you there if it sounds good to you. Call 719-742-3528 to make a reservation now.

Sunday morning 10-11 I’m playing an outdoor service at the Cuchara Chapel in Cuchara, Colorado. I’ve always really enjoyed the folks at this chapel, and the guest speaker, Morgan Stokes, is from Austin, Texas, and I’m really looking forward to hearing him speak. Come on out if this appeals to you and you’re in the southern Colorado area.

My Sunday online show 7-8:45 mountain time will be favorites and requests as always, and I know it’ll be a good night because it always is! Come on out and join in.

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That’s it for this week. This has been a heck of a summer, and it’s only half over. There’s so much more adventure to be had. I hope you’re healthy and happy.

Best always,

Tom

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Details this week:

Who:  Tom Munch 

What:  playing and singing an online concert of cowboy songs

Where:  facebook.com/tom.munch and tommunch.com/online-concerts  

When:  Wednesday, July 15, 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 16, 6:30-8 pm

Who:  Tom Munch

What:  playing and singing for chapel service

Where:  Cuchara Chapel, 16400 CO Hwy 12, Cuchara, CO

When:  Sunday, July 19, 9-10

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 19, 7-8:45 pm mountain time