[Dixielandjazz] Bob Ringwald & Swing Dances -- Hungary

[Robert S. Ringwald]

 Steve Barbone wrote:

 > If it was me, based upon my experiences at the Philadelphia Lindy Love
> Convention earlier this year, I'd cancel Hungary and do the convention
> instead.
>
> Playing for kids who realize that your band is awesome, is the ultimate
> thrill, at least for me. And it results in a ton of local gigs.
)snip)

Steve,

I spent many years as a pro musician, scrambling for every gig.  I supported 
a wife, 3 kids & two girlfriends.
Those days are over.  Sure, the Swing Dance convention would probably get us 
more gigs but, that will happen anyway in the future.

Pass up a tour of Hungary?  I don't think so.

We were there 2 years ago & had a great time.  It is a wonderful country & 
our listmate Tamas Ittzes puts on a wonderful festival.

It is all in your priorities.

--Bob Ringwald