kudzurunner
3235 posts
May 04, 2012
8:50 AM
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I've just learned from Jeff Silverman that Annie Raines will be joining us at Hill Country Harmonica. The exact terms of her participation are still to be worked out. She falls into the "pros in residence" category rather than a full-fledged teacher/performer, but still: it will be great to have her there in any form or fashion, and it's very likely, at minimum, that she'll teach one class and participate in a jam session or two. I'm sure she'll have some CDs to sell and sign.
If you're one of those fence-sitters who were looking for one more last little bit of a reason to attend HCH this year, I'll humbly suggest that you've just gotten it.
Last Edited by on May 04, 2012 8:51 AM
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Frank
682 posts
May 04, 2012
9:14 AM
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I caught Annies show that was part of a Blues compition down in Marietta Ohio. It was the first time seeing her live and this tiny little thing was coming through the doors the same time we were and I was thinking WOW, she is a cutie pie and then it hit me it was Annie, she must be only 5 ft tall but packs a powerful punch in her harpin, great, great performance with her hubby...
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MN
136 posts
May 04, 2012
9:55 AM
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When I still lived in south Florida, I helped organize a tribute night to Rock Bottom, who had just died. Paul and Annie had a gig at the same club the next night and, as they arrived in town a little early, she came to the jam. Not only is she really cool and friendly, Annie has massive chops. Great player.
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Kingley
1997 posts
May 04, 2012
9:59 AM
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Annie is a fantastic player. She has great tone and superb chops. I have no doubt that all who attend will be impressed with Annie's playing, her knowledge of the instrument and of course be wowed by her personality too.
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groyster1
1876 posts
May 04, 2012
1:15 PM
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so glad she will be there...female harp players are rare but I have no doubt she can hold her own with anyone there....she is as welcome as the flowers in may
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dougharps
190 posts
May 04, 2012
3:45 PM
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Wonderful!!! I am looking forward to hearing her in person.
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superchucker77
370 posts
May 04, 2012
6:28 PM
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Ubber Epic Awesome! I've been wanting to meet her.
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barbequebob
1890 posts
May 05, 2012
7:25 AM
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Adam, say hi to Annie for me when you see her!
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Greg Heumann
1597 posts
May 05, 2012
8:19 AM
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Wonderful!
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/Greg
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HarveyHarp
356 posts
May 05, 2012
8:32 AM
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OK, you guys are ticking me off. I was OK with missing HCH this year, because I am going to visit my Daughter and Grandson across the country, but you guys keep adding people to make me regret my decision. Thats not fair.
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pharpo
667 posts
May 05, 2012
11:07 AM
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@ Harvey...You will be missed....enjoy your visit !! Is any of the NOLA crew coming this year ??
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sammyharp
176 posts
May 05, 2012
1:04 PM
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I took a few lessons with Annie back in 2000. She was the one who really got me started on blow bends in the high register. Awesome teacher, and a really great, friendly, down-to-earth personality. In my opinion, she's one of the most important players of her generation, and doesn't seem to get nearly as much mention as she deserves. That's awesome that she's going to be at HCH. Like Adam said, if you were undecided about going, now there's all the more reason to go.
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scojo
291 posts
May 07, 2012
8:54 AM
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Bummed you won't be there, Harvey
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Lovett's Magnatones
3 posts
May 07, 2012
7:14 PM
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I've taken lessons from Annie up in Boston for three years and it's done more for my playing than anything. She really knows how to break concepts down to brass tacks, is a really funny/nice person and one hell of a player. Her and Paul Rishell is a must see show in the Blues.
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oldwailer
1893 posts
May 08, 2012
9:25 AM
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Annie has recently (I think it was recently) made an instructional video for Truefire--it's been tempting me but I haven't tried it yet--she is a wonderful player and the sample clip looks great--check it out at:
http://truefire.com/techniques-guitar-lessons/blues-harmonica-blueprint/
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The Iceman
303 posts
May 08, 2012
4:37 PM
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Too much fun back in, I believe, 1992 or 93. SPAH in Detroit...Annie showed up and signed up for the (at that time) Thur night blues jam. No one knew who she was, but we all knew she was cute and tiny with big hair. She hit the stage and COMMANDED the band with confidence. Knocked us all out, fer sure.
The Iceman
Last Edited by on May 08, 2012 4:45 PM
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shadoe42
161 posts
May 08, 2012
6:45 PM
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That video is quite good. Little bit of everything in there. Haven;t had time to really dig into it yet but I have given it the once over.
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