To: The many Harp-L'ers who have asked me in private email, "What is BHF", or "What does the B stand for", I will re-post the following, without prior approval from Jack. Hope it's OK, Jack, as the response to the original post indicates you may have an overflow crowd! I also hope the facility is adequate. I understand the Comfort Inn guest rooms are at capacity already. (The Holiday Inn Express is just steps away, right next door.) Call either hotel for confirmation, and don't forget to state your affiliation with BHF for best rates.
The BHF, or Buckeye Harmonica Festival, is an annual function of the Buckeye State Harmonica Club, which is celebrating its 20th Anniversary this year! The BSHC has long been a leader in the promotion of harmonica, in all its forms, not only in their local community, but state-wide, and nationally. For more info, email Jack at: IMS_E~1.ode.ohio.gov
See you there! - Danny Wilson (BassHarp)
================================================= From: Jack Ely Date: Thu, 21 Mar 1996 16:49:17 -0400 (EDT) Subject: BHF '96 info for HARP-L
BHF '96 - APRIL 11-13, 1996 BUCKEYE HARMONICA FESTIVAL '96 "A GATHERING OF HARMONICA FRIENDS"
The Buckeye Harmonica Festival 1996 will mark our 20th Anniversary with a fantastic lineup of world class talent. The Kat & Jammer Kids (Pete Pedersen, Gene Mysliwiec, Bud Boblink) - The New World Trio (Ron Kalina, Danny Wilson, Michael Burton) - Douglas Tate - Buzz Krantz - Howard Levy - Joe Filisko - The Hotshots (Al & Judy Smith) - Richard Sleigh.
HOTELS (Be sure to mention BHF to get the special rate.) COMFORT INN NORTH, 1213 E. Dublin-Granvlle Rd. (161 at I-71, exit 117). (614)885-4084
or 1-800-221-2222. -or- our overflow hotel, just a few steps away...
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS (614)885-4334 or 1-800-465-4329.
Rate at either is $43 + tax = $49.77 for up to 4 people. Free breakfast.
Airport shuttle service available near the baggage claim area at CMH. $16 per person round trip if you mention BSHC (regularly $24).
Tickets: $60.00 full package - Thursday dinner/show, Friday concert, and Saturday concert. $25.00 Thursday only - Banquet/Show only (reserved seating) $17.50 Friday evening concert $17.50 Saturday matinee concert
PLACE: Comfort Inn North, Exit #117, I-71 and Rt. 161 (Dublin Granville Rd.)
Thu 4-11-96 10:00 AM Meet & Greet 12:00 AM Seminar and/or Open Mic 5:00 PM Break 6:00 PM Dinner With The Stars 7:00 PM Showtime #1 -Al & Judy Smith, Douglas Tate, more!
Fri 4-12-96 10:00 AM Seminar and/or Open Mic 12:00 AM Break 1:00 PM Seminar and/or Open Mic 5:00 PM Break 7:00 PM Showtime #2 - Pete Pedersen, Howard Levy, more!
Sat 4-13-96 10:00 AM Seminar and/or Open Mic 12:00 AM Break 1:00 PM Showtime #3 -Doug Tate, Ron Kalina's New World Trio. 4:00 PM Break.... ** No evening concert ** 5:00 PM After the concert we can spill into conference rooms and the lobby for an afterglow party & jamming.
