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By far the best part of “The Hobbit” pt 1 was the scene including Sir Christopher Lee as Saruman:
A delightful film, it was good to see The Master, still at it.
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In other news, Herr O paid a surprise visit to TNGHbtS last night. We had a few laughs and managed some music as well. A new bit he played on the mellotron app, and then he was on cymbal for a go at Nightmare I and The Call.
More rehearsing is needed …
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Between various obligations, illnesses, and the “weather” this is proving to be a trying, if not un-EventFULL NTW.
We may see “The Hobbit” today.
Perhaps if there’s a rally there could be a rehearsal tonight.
For those that missed it, here’s SCL’s Christmas Message:
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It remains unclear whether or not this will be a week or fortnight of Good Times. Everything remains unclear, with the holidays and all that. Moreover, few seem able to commit to a programme or even perceive what the possiblilties are. Again, the holidayz and We, here at The New Great Hall by the Sea overstand.
But, the kick off event, the Sabitathica Welcome Party was a smashing event. He, Elizabeth, me (the Host) and the Wife were pleasantly surprised by the addition of Mr Y.
After a fantastic Persian dish we watched the epic monster “Now Today Fortnight 2011 parts I and II”. Although some questioned the editing, the time, and the choices, even with reminders of the staggering 75 hours of raw footage, it seemed to pass in the blink of an eye. Exceedingly excellent Good Times, not only on film, but the act of watching in fellowship.
… and Then, the inaugural trial of “The New Winter Nightmare Ensemble”. Playing the music of “The Midsummer Nightmare Ensemble” and augmenting the programme with “side three”: “Too Much Time on My Hands” and the dreaded “Azneovlantusis”.
To wind the Event down (well past the Midnight hour) we were blessed with a listening of Sabitathica’s new album “No One Knows Her”.
Here are some photographic proofs of the words above:
Truly a fantastic time!
Christmas Eve I had my annual breakfast with Brother Jerome at The Pour House. A lively cognac fueled walk followed as we promenaded the Commonwealth Avenue Mall and made our way to a music store outside Fenway to pick up a new ride Cymbal for PH.
Later, one of the highlights of the year, the Good Times at The Abington Ale House featuring a magnificent round of “The Ministers Cat”.
more photos to come.
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So, lets see if we have any more Good Times this Now Today Week 2012 …
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at 0612hrs Winter began.
Let us not squander this opportunity of the Greatest Season of the year!
Moreover, happy birthday to my brother James.
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On Sunday the 23rd we will host the now-annual “Sabitathica Welcome Dinner Party”.
This will mark the OFFICIAL kick off of Now Today Fortnight 2012.
For those interested, Marisa will be in her final performance of “The Urban Nutcracker” that day at 1500hrs.
The Event here, at TNGHbtS, will begin at 1900hrs.
The Event here will feature the World Premiere of “Now Today Fortnight 2011 parts I and II”.
After the film and meal, we will then proceed our work with and as “The New Winter Nightmare Ensemble”.
register thy interests and concerns ASAP
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… and so it begins. All the good times. Last year “Now Today Week” officially became “Now Today Fortnight”. The film of that is still in the works. Not many of you saw “Now Today Week 2010” or even “Now Today Week 2009” for that matter. I’ll just say: “You’re missing out”. Not to mention all the various Good Times involved in their creation, “live” as it were. Last years concept of a set-list sparked a momentum that hath carried us unto this year and with it the creation of not only a new catalogue of material but also a more refined “way of doing things”.
I do hope you’ll find your way in this Season.
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May 14th 