Message from the president.

I’m very pleased to report that since the Bugle Boy Foundation began fundraising in December, we’ve already raised over $35,000 as of January 3, ‘09. THANK YOU to all who have expressed your support for the Bugle Boy and the great work that it does, and for your confidence in the goals that the Bugle Boy Foundation has set. With your help, we’ll be able to ensure that The Bugle Boy continues to present the fine music that we’ve come to expect every weekend, and much more.

On the horizon for early 2009: Kevin Welch kicked off the new year in style on January 2. Terri Hendrix and her long-time sideman, Texas guitar legend Lloyd Maines are back on Friday, January 16. The next evening, Saturday, January 17, The Bugle Boy celebrates its fourth anniversary with Doug Fesler and Matt Harlan.  The popular Showcase Sunday series for aspiring professionals begins again on January 18 at 1:30 PM, so come out and hear some great new talent.  On Sunday, February 1st Eliza Gilkyson is here for her annual show. Get your tickets now for Sunday, February 15 when we’ll be hosting our first benefit show for the Bugle Boy Foundation, featuring Americana Music hero, famous Canadian singer/songrwriter Fred Eaglesmith and his band. A special feature will be the auction of a beautiful guitar, autographed by numerous great artists who’ve played The Bugle Boy over the past year. The live auction will be during the break, and this unique instrument will go home with the lucky highest bidder. All proceeds from the auction will go to the Gardenia E. Janssen Animal Shelter serving Fayette County.

Check the BB website for a complete lineup of coming artists, and get your tickets soon, and often. Bring some friends and again, THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

David Vogel

Bugle Boy Foundation President