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Somebody please explain what has happened since I've been away. When is the next track being recorded and what do I need to do to contribute?
There is not much happened, a lot of new members, and the third recording isn't coming of theground very quickly. I have understand it is a hell of a job, so the vallunteers ( just like in the army) have to be pointed I think, ha ha ha.
Just send a recording to the one who put it together, that is all you have to do. to join.
Somebody please explain what has happened since I've been away.
I guess nobody wants to tell you the truth, but I will. We've all become fabulously wealthy and are having dinner and drinks with Paco de Lucia next week after a private concert. Where have you been? Phil
Hey guys, I will try to answer all your questions. I just read the 'flamenco jam' thread so I am caught up on that. Great playing, by the way.
I left in a smoke of depression caused from my lack of decent employment and chronic wrist pain. I took a long break from typing long emails and typing in general.....which is the best excuse for my silence.
Well, I am still living in Oregon which still has the highest unemployment rate in the USA, so I have about 5 jobs, some of them 'under the table'. I am getting paid to play for Solo Flamenco Dance Studio, which makes me enough to pay for strings. Also, I have been getting together with various musicians who want to get a fusion thing going. It will be flamenco-based and will have non-traditional instruments such as violin, cello and South Indian (Carnatic) percussion. I hope that will bring in some money in the next few months.
I have also been promoting small shows in my new home, http://alivelyquiet.com/church/events.html In the 'floorplan' section of the site, you can see a pic of me and my ex-girlfriend whom I met at the flamenco studio. No, I didn't get paid to build that website.
My wrist(s) still bug me and I ice them down frequently and they are definately better. My skills not only returned, but I am playing better than I ever have. I am pretty happy about that.
That's the skinny. How have you guys been, catch me up.
James
Zurdo, my email address hasn't changed, but if you send a large attachment, it ain't gonna make it. If there is something attached, send it to otherjamesmayer@yahoo.com
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That cracked me up! 
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