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One of our Mountain Rascals... Alex Thomlinson
We first met Alex, Cheryll and Chris Thomlinson, about four years ago and knew this
talented young man was in for a wonderful musical journey. A few months ago, we
were thrilled to have Alex and Cheryll join Mountain Rascals and performed with us
for the New York Says Thank You Foundation's project of rebuilding a barn for Susan
Littlejohn and her animals.(Story in Archives.)
Everyone was so moved when Alex played, Danny Boy, then almost raised the roof
off that new barn with applause on his rendition of The Mockingbird. The most
distinctive nature of this family, is their humble nature. No matter where they are or
who they met, it is always the same.
Al and Dana Henderson
P.S. Alex and Cheryll, will be performing on stage with us next week at the Holly
Theater in Dahlonega, Ga. Nov. 5, 2011, 7pm
We first met Alex, Cheryll and Chris Thomlinson, about four years ago and knew this
talented young man was in for a wonderful musical journey. A few months ago, we
were thrilled to have Alex and Cheryll join Mountain Rascals and performed with us
for the New York Says Thank You Foundation's project of rebuilding a barn for Susan
Littlejohn and her animals.(Story in Archives.)
Everyone was so moved when Alex played, Danny Boy, then almost raised the roof
off that new barn with applause on his rendition of The Mockingbird. The most
distinctive nature of this family, is their humble nature. No matter where they are or
who they met, it is always the same.
Al and Dana Henderson
P.S. Alex and Cheryll, will be performing on stage with us next week at the Holly
Theater in Dahlonega, Ga. Nov. 5, 2011, 7pm
A "Very Special" Recognition for Alex Thomlinson
Fiddlin' Howard Cunningham is an inductee of the Atlanta Country Music Hall of
Fame, and has been recognized for his accomplishments in the field of music in a
proclamation by the Georgia House of Representatives.
Cunningham founded the Country Music Program and the Staff Band at the Georgia
Mountain Fair. He is also the founder of Georgia's State Fiddler's Convention which
is held annually at the GMF during the Fall Festival.
On a special evening in July 1992 the Manager of the Georgia Mountain Fair: Dale
Thurman along with the members of the GMF Staff Band presented Fiddlin Howard
Cunningham with a hand-made, signed & numbered "Joe Young built fiddle." The
presentation was made in appreciation of Howard's many years of service to the
Georgia Mountain Fair as Founder, Master of Ceremonies, and Program Director of
the Georgia Mountain Fair Original Country Music Shows.
This month, SEBA's own Alex Thomlinson was one of 10 musicians selected at
tryouts at the Georgia Mountain Fall Festival Country Music Show for the privilege of
returning the following evening to perform 2 tunes with the Georgia Mountain Fair
Staff Band. An enormous surprise was in store for Alex as he came to the stage to
fiddle his two tunes. Bill Cunningham, son of Fiddlin Howard Cunningham, stepped
to the microphone, read a proclamation, and presented Alex with the same "Joe
Young Build FIddle" that had been presented to Fiddlin Howard Cunningham on that
same stage 19 years earlier.
Bill Cunningham read the following, which was signed by Fiddlin' Howard
Cunningham, along with the present Georgia Mountain Fair Manager Hilda
Thomason, as well as the eleven members of the Georgia Mountain Fair Band and
Staff (4 of whom participated in the 1992 fiddle presentation):
"On August 15, 1992 The Georgia Mountain Fair Staff Band and Management
presented Fiddlin' Howard Cunningham the "Joe Young Build Fiddle #15" in
appreciation of Howard's many years as Founder, MC, and Program Director
of the Georgia Mountain Fair Original Country Music Shows.
In recognition of Alex Thomlinson's musical skills and position as North
Georgia's leading young fiddler, on October 8, 2011 we hereby pass on the
"Joe Young Built Fiddle #15" to Alex. Please put instrument to good use and
continue to represent the North Georgia area's fiddling tradition."
Alex, totally surprised, then played his two tunes on the beautiful Joe Young fiddle, to
the delight of the emotional audience. Fiddlin' Howard Cunningham was waiting in
the wings of the stage during the presentation, and after Alex's performance the two
Georgia fiddlers greeted one another and Alex expressed his gratitude for this great
honor.
When later asked for his thoughts about the events of the evening, Alex said he was
so happy to be honored by Fiddlin' Howard Cunningham and the great people in the
Georgia Mountain Fair House Band & Staff. He said it is the greatest honor he has
ever received.
He loves the fiddle and the privilege of being asked to carry on the fiddling tradition
that Fiddling Howard represents. Fiddlin' Howard Cunningham has always taken time
to encourage young fiddlers. Alex said this gift shows how much kindness can be
inside a heart.
Fiddlin' Howard Cunningham is an inductee of the Atlanta Country Music Hall of
Fame, and has been recognized for his accomplishments in the field of music in a
proclamation by the Georgia House of Representatives.
Cunningham founded the Country Music Program and the Staff Band at the Georgia
Mountain Fair. He is also the founder of Georgia's State Fiddler's Convention which
is held annually at the GMF during the Fall Festival.
On a special evening in July 1992 the Manager of the Georgia Mountain Fair: Dale
Thurman along with the members of the GMF Staff Band presented Fiddlin Howard
Cunningham with a hand-made, signed & numbered "Joe Young built fiddle." The
presentation was made in appreciation of Howard's many years of service to the
Georgia Mountain Fair as Founder, Master of Ceremonies, and Program Director of
the Georgia Mountain Fair Original Country Music Shows.
This month, SEBA's own Alex Thomlinson was one of 10 musicians selected at
tryouts at the Georgia Mountain Fall Festival Country Music Show for the privilege of
returning the following evening to perform 2 tunes with the Georgia Mountain Fair
Staff Band. An enormous surprise was in store for Alex as he came to the stage to
fiddle his two tunes. Bill Cunningham, son of Fiddlin Howard Cunningham, stepped
to the microphone, read a proclamation, and presented Alex with the same "Joe
Young Build FIddle" that had been presented to Fiddlin Howard Cunningham on that
same stage 19 years earlier.
Bill Cunningham read the following, which was signed by Fiddlin' Howard
Cunningham, along with the present Georgia Mountain Fair Manager Hilda
Thomason, as well as the eleven members of the Georgia Mountain Fair Band and
Staff (4 of whom participated in the 1992 fiddle presentation):
"On August 15, 1992 The Georgia Mountain Fair Staff Band and Management
presented Fiddlin' Howard Cunningham the "Joe Young Build Fiddle #15" in
appreciation of Howard's many years as Founder, MC, and Program Director
of the Georgia Mountain Fair Original Country Music Shows.
In recognition of Alex Thomlinson's musical skills and position as North
Georgia's leading young fiddler, on October 8, 2011 we hereby pass on the
"Joe Young Built Fiddle #15" to Alex. Please put instrument to good use and
continue to represent the North Georgia area's fiddling tradition."
Alex, totally surprised, then played his two tunes on the beautiful Joe Young fiddle, to
the delight of the emotional audience. Fiddlin' Howard Cunningham was waiting in
the wings of the stage during the presentation, and after Alex's performance the two
Georgia fiddlers greeted one another and Alex expressed his gratitude for this great
honor.
When later asked for his thoughts about the events of the evening, Alex said he was
so happy to be honored by Fiddlin' Howard Cunningham and the great people in the
Georgia Mountain Fair House Band & Staff. He said it is the greatest honor he has
ever received.
He loves the fiddle and the privilege of being asked to carry on the fiddling tradition
that Fiddling Howard represents. Fiddlin' Howard Cunningham has always taken time
to encourage young fiddlers. Alex said this gift shows how much kindness can be
inside a heart.
| AVAILABLE NOW! The latest CD from The Mountain Rascals Click here for details |
| UPCOMING EVENTS! Festivals Not To Be Missed! (Roughly in date sequence) |
YOUR INVITATION - Acoustic Blends Friday nights, May 25, June 8, 22 GAHA (Gilmer Arts and Heritage Association) 7:00 - 9:30pm gaha@ellijay.com Come do a little pickin' and grinnin' with us. Open mic to all. Just sign up. Or just come and be a "tater" who sit's and enjoys. Tell all your friends and neighbors. What a great way to spend a Friday night. Admission is FREE and F U N, F U N, F U N, F U N. |
RACOON CREEK MUSIC PARK ONE WEEKEND... TWO GREAT EVENTS! Event #1 When: July 13-14, 2012 What: Racoon Creek Bluegrass Festival Where: Dallas, Georgia Click for Details - Show Times, Directions and more. Event #2 When: July 14, 2012 What: "Cousins For A Cure", benefiting 'Relay For Life' Where: Dallas, Georgia Click for Details - Show Times, Directions and more. |
Gilmer County Chamber of Commerce - GAHA Present: First Fridays! When: First Friday, each month June thru December, 2012 5-8pm Where: On the Square in Ellijay, GA Artists - Music - Food - Shopping Click for Details - Show Times, Directions, and more. |
SEBA BLUEGRASS NIGHT When: Every 3rd Friday beginning July 20, from 7-8:30pm Where: GAHA (Gilmer Arts & Heritage Assn gaha@ellijay.com |
IN THE NEWS!
Congratulations to North Georgia's own Louisa Branscomb for the winning bluegrass song at
Merlefest. selected from over 1000 entries: "Stormy Night"
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Congratulations to North Georgia's own Louisa Branscomb for the winning bluegrass song at
Merlefest. selected from over 1000 entries: "Stormy Night"
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ELLIJAY Under The Stars CONCERT SERIES When: May 25, June 15, July 27 Where: 522 River St, Ellijay, GA Click for Details - Bands and Show Times |
Armuchee Memorial Day Bluegrass Festival When: May 25-27 Where: Armuchee, GA Click for Details - Bands and Show Times |
Bluegrass Bands, Helping Hands Presents: An Evening With John Cowan When: June 9 Where: Dalton, GA Click for Details and Show Times |
Appalachian Jam Acoustic Mountain Music When: Every Saturday Afternoon May thru October 13, 2012 2-5 pm Where: On the Square in Dahlonega , GA Click for Details - Directions, and more. |
Taste of Ellijay When: May 24, 5:30-8:30 Where: Downtown Ellijay , GA |
Pickin' On The Porch Free Concert When: May 26, 7-9pm Where: Coosawattee River Resort, Eagle Mountain General Store on Hwy 382 |
Mill Town Music Hall First Annual Bluegrass Festival When: July 13, 14 Where: Bremen, GA Click for Details - Bands, Show Times and more |
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