This is the only media of the event I have, so far. Michael did some video recordin' of the event, but of course he is in school and needs to do school things, so it may be a little while before we see them videos. Which is a-okay. I'd really prefer for him to get out of college with decent grades. ^^
Top row from the left is Kevin, Jeff, Zach, Michael, Sandy, Jessica, Lori, Steve, and Rebekah.
Bottom row is Brene, myself, Shane, Aaron (and his daughter, Lily), and Todd.
There is so much talent in this photo.
The event went incredibly smoothly. The room was pretty much full the entire show. Setup and breakdown went off without a hitch. Donations were made. Merch was sold. Networking was performed. Food arrived in multiple hands and departed in multiple bellies.
One audience member expressed surprise over the high level of skill exhibited by all the performers. I think some folks came expecting an open mic - that is to say, a crapshoot of good and bad. This was really more of a showcase, with all the artists selected and confirmed beforehand. And wow, everyone really nailed it. I am, of course, a little biased, but it didn't feel tiresome and it didn't feel too formal - it honestly felt like everyone hangin' out in the parlor on Sunday, doing some music, eating some food, and enjoying each others' company. For three hours.
This was our vision for FAWM 2011. This photo really is our vision. To gather together a crapton of really talented musicians. I'm honestly just taking a little time to regroup, personally, after organizing all this, but I'm already looking to the future of this group and I think we're all interested in making sure that this doesn't fall apart. It's a grand old adventure. We'll see what the future brings.
Many thanks to all the performers, the audience members, the Newark Arts Alliance, and especially Michael, who is an absolute champ and the co-organizer of it all - this was so fun.
Here, have a program:
Em, it was really a wonderful time. I loved it. Again, you did an awesome job hosting and organizing (with Michael's help, which was fantastic, too) and you should be super proud cause this just plain wouldn't have happened without you! thanks so much:) and remember: scabies are REAL.
ReplyDeleteso excitingggg great job ^.^ it was an awesome day.
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