It's a great day for a song! . . .  even if it's us doing the singing.

Saturday, July 28, 2007

Chalk it up to fun!

The second annual Canton cherry Festival proved to be a very interesting day.  New to us, we felt quite lucky to take in all the sounds as well as the
sights of this quaint little festival.  The primary focus is on the arts.  What a treat to meet and interact with the talented sidewalk chalk artists.
We certainly wish them all a tremendous year in pursuit of their talents.

Rb

Saturday, July 21, 2007

See you in another 25!

How many groups can say that they they were lucky enough to play at the 25th wedding anniversary for some cherished old friends?

and . . .

Also say that they were there to play at their actual wedding!!!  Well, this summer we got the rare opportunity to do just that.  Friends
from J.C.Pennys, over 25 years ago, Chuck and Diane were at it again!  (having a great party, that is . . .).  It was a super-fun night,
seeing our old friends, their friends and families also.  We need to make sure to thank them again, and know that we will keep the date open,
for the next 25!

Rb

Saturday, July 18, 2007

wet and wonderful!

For the second time this wonderful summer, the rain interceded at one of our concerts to make itself known.  Right about and hour into our, hour-and-a-half
concert at the Shelby Civic Center, the rain became too much for the crowd.  Well, not exactly . . .
Actually, the crowd stayed, but was sent packing by the local law enforcement agency, when the threat of high winds and hail proved too much for them to ignore.
Carl and I need to make sure that everyone in attendance knows how much we appreciated them sticking around until the warning sounded.

Make sure that you contact the local cable TV network to obtain a copy of the Bob and Carl show that night, as it was recorded for posterity!

Rb

Saturday, July 11, 2007

Music on the Hill!
                                                                                                  
Marysville is such a nice setting that it becomes very difficult to not look forward to this event annually.  So many people attended this year that
there seemed to be five hundred or more!  Make sure that you check out the pictures of this warm summer night's musical magic!

Rb

Monday, July 9, 2007
 

Another fun party goes in the scrapbook.  Carl and I would like to that the hosts of the party Saturday, for making it such a huge success!
Having a setting like this is just the recipe needed to make it a super event.  Kids are swimming and playing, adults are swimming, singing, dancing and playing too!
What fun!  Take a peek at one of the funnest pool parties yet!

Click on the big picture to see what we saw in panoramic form!

Rb

Saturday, July 7, 2007

Our summer of 7 marches on!

Before anything else, I need to thank all of the wonderful people who endured our concert in Roseville on Thursday evening.
Its not in the usual sense that I say "endured".  It wasn't just the lousy music.  Nope, this time, we had lousy music, AND rain!

As you know in Michigan, the weather will change in 10 minutes, and this night was no exception.  When our concert began, it
was a beautiful summer evening.  But about 15 minutes in, the rain began.  So . . . we invited everyone inside the gazebo with us
to enjoy the remainder of the concert, "In the Round" so to speak.

What fun!
We would have to say, that in the 35 years we have been playing now, this was one of the most memorable and enjoyable concerts
we have ever played!  It was such and intimate setting, with the crowd right behind and all around us.  All the while the rain was pouring.
We went around the gazebo, taking turns with requests, and even played most of them!

Then, the sun came back out, the rain stopped, and there was even a rainbow or two to finish the show.  No extra charge!

Thank you again, all the wonderful people who helped us make a life-long memory!

Rb

Thursday, July 5, 2007

Hey everyone!
Our summer has heated up, and we are in the thick of our concert season.  It is great to see all of the friends who have stopped by our shows to say hello.
Yesterday, we battled the elements to have a beautiful day at the Great Oaks Country Club.  We played, we watched, we sang, we eat, therefore we were. 
Whatever that means.  I have posted some pictures of all the fun here so that you could feel a part of the action.
 

Tonight is our Roseville concert, and I will let you know how much fun that was when I post next!

Rb

Wednesday, June 27, 2007

When you get the "once-in-a-lifetime" chance to perform at the Henry Ford House in Dearborn Michigan, on a priceless Steinway Grande Piano
you take it!  (remember that).      

Due to the kindness and connections of Carl's favorite niece, "D", Carl and I had that rare opportunity this very summer.  It was truly a day to remember.  Hot,
exciting, musical and fun.  With a small tornado thrown in for good measure.  So after Carl performed his favorites, originals, love songs and more, we had a 
sumptuous luncheon, followed by the air raid warning signal that told us, everyone would be rushed to the basement shelter.

The staff was wonderful to us, and were in good spirits, even under ground.  Look at the event pictures, and realize, they do not do this treasured venue
justice.  Thanks again for the opportunity to mix music with magic, in this traditional setting.

Rb

Friday, March 16, 2007

If you haven't gotten a chance, why not leave us a message on our FORUM page.  We really do read them all and respond as well.  Have a thought, a request or even a comment?
This is the place to contact Carl or I, without fear of any legal ramifications.
 

Try it, all you have to do is click it!

Rb

Friday, March 16, 2007

Summer schedule is going up today, although we still have many dates left open.  Our wish is that it will be wonderful summer of music, laughter and fun.
It is all up to you, the people that keep us going.
 

Rb

Friday, March 16, 2007

"Where have you guys been?!?"  "And what have you been up to?"
We get that a LOT lately, when we see our friends and fans.  The answer is not as sinister as it might appear.  We have been busy!  Doing what? 
Well . . . that answer might not be as easy as it might seem. 

When you left us last, the boys had been playing at Rosie O'Grady's in Chesterfield, doing some recording projects, and gearing up for a holiday season.
So what is going on now?  We just finished playing on Wednesday at Rosie O'Grady's, finishing up some recording projects, and gearing up for the up-coming
holiday . . . Saint Patrick's day.  So, you might say that not much has really changed.

We will play, A LOT on Saturday, from 8:00 am until 1:00 am.  However, it is a wonderful chance to get to see some of our fans that maybe we only see that day.
Not too many bands play real Irish music, so we revel in the chance to shine on that day.

Rb

Friday, March 16, 2007

Ok, so, like I haven't updated the news in a while.  That doesn't mean that we haven't been busy.  It was an incredible Christmas Show
season this year, with many, many performances all over the county.  We saw so many smiling faces that it really made us feel wonderful.
Of all the music performances that we have played over the last 35 years, nothing compares to the sight of children's eyes as they are
filled with the magic of the season!  Thanks again to all the schools that welcomed us in.  Everyone was so nice and accommodating.
We certainly hope to see you again next year!

Rb

Friday, January 19, 2007 

It was the second installment of the, hugely popular Fraser Idol, which I was a part of that happened on Friday, January 19.  It was well
attended again this year, with many more faculty than last year as well.  The contestants vied to will prizes, but mostly the bragging rights
of being Fraser High school's best!

Having and strep throat for a couple weeks prior to this event severally limited what I was able to sing, so I chose a song that was well
within my ability. 

I m m o r t a l

It was another chance to sing the new piece that I had premiered at our friend John Russo's wedding, earlier in the month.
The song was well received by the teachers, administrators as well as the students.  I received many, many comments about the song,
and if it was going to be available soon.  The answer to that burning question is . . .

Soon.  Carl and I worked on it, but sorry to say, I was very unhappy with the results, which did not reflect the potential of the song at all.
Not to worry, we will just do it again when we have the time.  Hopefully, that will be soon.  I will post a link to it whenever it is done.

I have put together both a slide-show as well as an album of the event, so that everyone can view it.  The pictures were taken by
Dr. Dave Richards, Maryanne Santarossa and myself.  I hope that you enjoy them.  It was a great event, put on by Jim Socha, the
Fraser High school teacher.

You can view the slideshow I put together, made from the photos from the event here:    http://www.bobandcarl.com/fi2/Fraser_Idol_II.wmv

OR

You can see the photo album here:      http://www.bobandcarl.com/fi2/index.html

Rb