Shite! Sometimes it just
can’t help hitting the fan.
Guitarist extraordinaire
Gary Hendrickson is scheduled for a procedure on an ailing knee this month,
which is why star of the Chicago Blues scene Billy Flynn is filling in for him
at The Essen Haus on May 19. But
while Gary’s knee waited patiently for medical attention, his shoulder got out
of line. Doctor’s orders immediately had Gary’s arm in a sling. What can we do?
Not a thing.
There’s a small handful of
players who can jump into the Big Wes
repertoire, and none were free to answer the call on such short notice. Ah
well. As a result, The Essen Haus will most likely call on their stable of
Polka stalwarts for authentic accompaniment to schnitzel slicing, kraut
chomping, and boot imbibing. Big Wes would approve. German biers abound, and if
you prefer, there’s a fine selection of Wisconsin brews steps away at The Come Back Inn.
Gary’s predicament
threatened the Wednesday night FREE performance by The Maintainers at the OlinPark Pavilion but, luckily, Mel Ford, the main Maintainer guitar man, was able
to juggle his schedule and make it for the downbeat at 6 pm. Attendance by all
is recommended.
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