[Dixielandjazz] It's a small world

[Stephen G Barbone]

The below transpired Sunday in the US (Monday in OZ). One never knows  
where a gig may originate. It pays to be visible as a party band for  
young people. <grin>

Cheers,
Steve Barbone

From: (address withheld)
Sent: Monday, 4 February 2008 10:30 AM
To: 'barbonestreet at earthlink.net'
Subject: Booking Enquiry

Hi Steve,

I am planning a 40th birthday party for my wife and she would really  
like a live Jazz band. It’s on May the 3rd, Saturday evening. I’m  
looking at holding the event at either the Windsor or the Rydges  
Backlot (the old Bobby McGees, my preference) with about 80 people.

Are you available and what are your rates?

Thanks,

_____________

Hi Again Steve

I just realised, I don’t think you’re anywhere near Melbourne!

_____________


From: Stephen G Barbone [mailto:barbonestreet at earthlink.net]
Sent: Monday, 4 February 2008 12:21 PM (note this is Australia time)  
For me it was Feb 3 at 6:21 PM or so.
To:________________
Subject: Re: Booking Enquiry

Hi _______:

Funny thing, I was just going to ask you if you meant Rydges Backlot  
in Melbourne Australia. I am in Philadelphia USA as you probably just  
found out.

I can recommend a good jazz band near you. They are the New Melbourne  
Jazz Band, see website below.

http://home.iprimus.com.au/rossjazz/

My mate,  Ross Anderson is their leader. He is a great guy and they  
are a wonderful band.

Cheers,
Steve Barbone

________

Thanks Steve,

I’ve already sent Ross an email...

Cheers,
_________