Sacramento Banjo Band's
BANJO-RAMA 2007
February 23rd - 25th, 2007
Carmichael Elks Club, 5631 Cypress Ave, Carmichael, CA
Workshops and Jam Sessions
Banquet
Banjo-Rama Show
Each year the Sacramento Banjo Band sponsors an annual banjo music "festival" known as Banjo-Rama. World class banjo stars are featured as soloists and in ensembles. Eddy Peabody, probably the most famous banjo player ever, performed at the very first Banjo-Rama. In addition to banjo virtuosos, there are several exciting west coast banjo bands. It's quite a musical spectacle that could just as well have been named the banjo Olympics. These musicians are not just plucking chords like grandpa used to do on the back porch! They are genuine pros! Their fingers and hands are sizzling hot, moving faster than the eye can follow, playing everything from classical to popular music. You'll be surprised and delighted at their imaginative arrangements, versatility, and precise execution. Primarily 4-string banjos are played at Banjo-Rama. Banjo-Rama proceeds are a benefit for the Shriners Hospitals for Children.
The Banjo-Rama show is always scheduled for the last Sunday of February. Please mark your calendars now for Sunday, February 25, 2007.
JAM SESSIONS
| Friday, February 23rd | 2:00 – 4:30 p.m. | Jam – Holiday Inn: Kitty Hawk Room |
| 5:00 – 11:00 p.m. | Jam – Straw Hat Pizza 2929 Mather Field Road | |
| 11:00 p.m – ? | Jam – Holiday Inn: Kitty Hawk Room | |
| Saturday, February 24th | 8:00 – 10:00 a.m. | Jam Session: Kitty Hawk Room |
| 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. | Steve Caddick Workshop – Holiday Inn: Kitty Hawk Room | |
| 11:00 – Noon | Kurt Abell Workshop - Holiday Inn: Kitty Hawk Room | |
| 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. | Andy & Linda Hall & Ron Hinkle Workshop - Holiday Inn | |
| Jam Sessions – Day & Night – Holiday Inn: Kitty Hawk Rm. | ||
| Sunday, February 25th | After the show, food and jamming will be available at a place to be announced. | |
THE BANQUET
The Banquet is open to all banjo players, guests, and anyone who enjoys good food, fun & fine music.| Saturday, February 24th | 6:00 p.m. | No host cocktails at CARMICHAEL ELKS CLUB |
| 7:00 p.m. | BANQUET - CARMICHAEL ELKS CLUB
Prime Rib ($20.00) or Chicken Cordon Bleu ($17.00) or Vegetarian Plate on prior request - $17.00 (tax & tip included) | |
| 8:00 - 12:00 | Midnight Entertainment and Jam Session
Jam session resumes at the Holiday Inn after the banquet |
Banquet Reservations Required:
Fran Congdon (916) 452 - 5502 or 4229 T Street, Sacramento, CA 95819 RESERVATIONS DUE FEBRUARY 19th. Make checks payable to: "SACRAMENTO BANJO BAND" and indicate your menu choices. Your tickets will be at the door.
THE SHOW - $15.00 Donation at the Door
| Sunday, February 25th | 11:45 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. | CARMICHAEL ELKS LODGE
5631 Cypress Ave, Carmichael, CA Main & Lodge Rooms Entertainers, Banjo Bands, Banjo Displays, Tape & CD Sales |
The general public is invited and a $15 donation/badge is requested at the door. Children 15 and younger are FREE.
Early badges through the Sacramento Banjo Band at their functions can be acquired at the group rate of $12.00.
GROUP SALES DISCOUNT:
Up to February 22nd groups of 10 or more can purchase badges at $12 each. One payment for each group is required.
Call Ralph Congdon: (916) 452 - 5502
- Ron Hinkle with Andy and Linda Hall
- Washboard Wizardz (Steve Drivon, Kurt Abell, "Blackwood Tom" Schmidt, Bill Reinhart)
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Steve Caddick
- Charlie Tagawa
- Peninsula Banjo Band
- The Capital Kids Banjo Band
- Sacramento Banjo Band
There are a limited number of spaces on the north side for non - Elks. Only electrical hook - up available. Check in at Elks Club Office. First come gets the spaces. For information, call Karl Kampe: (530) 677 - 6710
BANDS AND PERFORMERS: Questions: Rex Inglis: (209) 955 - 2452 day; (209) 478 - 5730 eve
VENDORS: Call Duane and Ingrid Smith: (916) 652 - 6900
Recommended Motels In The Area|
Banjo Rama Central - HOLIDAY INN
Sacramento I-80 (Northeast) 5321 Date Avenue, Sacramento CA 95841 United States (916) 338 - 5800 www.sacnortheast.com Reserve by Feb. 4th Mention BanjoRama Block Fri., Sat., Sun. - $84.00 + tax per night |
LA QUINTA MOTOR INN
4604 Madison Avenue 1 - 800 - 531 - 5900 Reserve by Feb. 8 th , Mention Banjo Rama Block - $80.00 + tax per night |