Paul Henry's Acoustic Jam 78

This evening I chose to spend a little more time in the gallery, as appose to the back room where they jam.  I need to broaden my photography.  So, fewer photos this time of the musicians, and more on a particularly favorite artist of mine, Sophia Rapata.

However, you can always get more Thursday Night JAM by attending, and by taking a look at the blog history in the right column.

John Stephens (left) and Adrian Remirez (right)

Bob Snare

Lee Watson, Daughter Watson with her many faces (she was a blast), and Bob Snare . . .

Mike Callahan

Doctor Mike has taken this E-bay purchased guitar that was despairingly ill with what appeared to be a hole in it, practiced his artistry of guitar repair on it, jacked it up on electronics in order to play with Lou at other venues, and ended with an inspiring sound . . . Mike, make me one!

I will take a quote from Lauren Dunning, "he crack's me up" . . . introducing a very talented "environmedian", James Wesley Jackson . . .

As I walked around, I caught a few musicians practicing for us.  This next photo is of Rich Hall, Don Taylor, and Christine Murphy practicing some Davy Jones . . .

Some photos of the guests made up of other artists, musicians, photographers, and people just wanting to listen to some fun . . .

fans favorite Lou Shields

K. Douglas on Jazz Guitar

More Audience

Rich Hall, Don Taylor, and Christine Murphy

Rich Hall, Rich Alvarez, and Thomas Matecki

Then, all of a sudden, I see people looking at me . . . lol . . .

Then I see shoes . . . and don't make more of than it is, just shoes . . .

Then, and only then, am I saved by a bright light of talent, Sophia Rapata . . . :)

Some gallery groupies . . .

More Sophia . . .

Sophia Rapata is a very interesting lady.  I see a lot of talent in her.  Her art is fearless, yet she can still test the waters.  She sees and creates.  A very joyful person to be around.  Thank you Sophia, for being Sophia!!!!

I am going to leave it here.  There was a lot more going on that I photographed, such as this last couple of photos.  If you want to enjoy the fun, come join in on the fun . . .

Paul Henry's Art Gallery has a promotional video out created by Mellisa Welch and David J. Mueller. Check it out!

 Paul Henry's Art Gallery Jam Night Promo vid 

Also, check out their home page: http://www.paulhenrysart.com/

For my blog archives on the gallery, the Thursday night JAM, and other fun stuff, dig into my blog archive in the right hand column.


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Paul Henry's Acoustic Jam 77

Jim Murzyn and Dave Guiden

I saw Jim (left) and Dave (right) last week at Studio 659.  They had another friend with them that played bass that night.  If you like country style music, follow them . . .

Lou Shields

Lou is still the staple of the house playing his delta bluegrass style music.  He is original and entertaining.

Michelle Milan (less the Honey)

Michelle keeps coming back with a smile, putting a smile on our faces too.

Have a Seat, Let's Jam

Don Taylor

Don brings his mellow music from my era.  I was able to see Don act in the play Sordid Lives at Beatniks on Conkey, and it was a joy to see his versatility in art.

Steve Early

Steve is doing some very nice work.  You can tell he is not one to cut short the quality of his performance, and at the same time try new stuff.  The one song he gave us a glimpse at was very good!

I did not get a photo of Riana Zona who sat with Steve on his second song.  She is an angel.  I would like to here more from the two of them.  I did take a video of Steve and Raina, however it is high res right now and would take you forever to download.  I will make some time to reduce the size so I can link it here.

Thomas Matecki and Rich Alvarez

Gallery Groupies

Spoo Willoughby

Spoo Groopie

Open Seating

Sophia Rapata

I must say I was impressed with Sophia.  Her presence looks like she belongs in front of people performing. Given I was trying color temperature settings, it made it a bit difficult to get enough shutter speed to properly frame the photos of her.  I would like to hear more of her music along with the art she creates, and to photograph more of her.  Oh, and she did bring in more art pieces this week.

Mycul Hanus and Leticia Marquez

I must say, it was fun listening to these two. They were very expressive vocally and in movement. I thought it was refreshing.

Then Accompanied by Alex Powell

When Alex joined in, the group picked it up a notch I think.  The three of them together made for some really nice music / entertainment.

Tigva Gold

Adrian Remirez

Adrian was at his best this night.  Some real soul gut digging was going on there, and great rhythm . . .

Then Second Round of Fun

The second round came.  Again, I was very impressed with the Michael, Leticia, and Alex.

With the Honey

Some People areThirsty

Lauren is either thirsty or sticking her tongue out at me.  I choose thirsty.

Then There's Spoo

History Blog for Paul Henry's Art Gallery Thursday Night JAM . . .

76th Acoustical Jam - Paul Henry's Art Gallery

75th Acoustical Jam - Paul Henry's Art Gallery

74th Acoustical Jam - Paul Henry's Art Gallery

73rd Acoustical Jam - Paul Henry's Art Gallery

72nd Acoustical Jam - Paul Henry's Art Gallery

71st Acoustical Jam - Paul Henry's Art Gallery

Thursday Night Jam Session 

Paul Henry's Art Gallery - Thursday Night JAM 12/29/2011

For more information where to park and get in:

Paul Henry's Art Gallery - Hammond, IN

Also, a link to a promo video for you.  If you may also want to search "Paul Henry's Art Gallery" on YouTube for additional vids . . . Paul Henry's Art Gallery Jam Night Promo vid 

And here is a link to the gallery's home page: http://www.paulhenrysart.com/


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