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OMHOF inducts members, presents concert including the Distractions, Crazy 8s & more

The Oregon Music Hall of Fame's fifth annual Concert and Induction ceremony fundraiser, at the Newmark Theater, Oct. 8, featured full sets of music by Johnny and the Distractions, the Crazy 8s and a live auction of autographed guitars including notable players Peter Frampton, Willie Nelson, Chris Isaak, The Doobie Brothers and many more. 100% of the proceeds from this event went towards our Music in Schools programs and Scholarship program. Exclusive afterparty with inductees, artists and special guests was hosted by the Ringside Fish House

The OMHOF is a non-profit organization that was created to help preserve Oregon's unique musical heritage. The focus is to recognize and promote the legacy of exceptional Oregon musicians of the past, promote promising new Oregon musicians of today and to enrich Oregon music education programs in order to train musicians of tomorrow.

You can become a member of OMHOF for just $30 a year. When you become a member, you will receive a membership card and periodic updates on the progress of OMHOF. You will also be notified about

upcoming concerts and fundraising events. You will have the satisfaction of knowing that you are helping to preserve and promote the musical arts in the State of Oregon.

OMHOF's long-term goal is to have a building that will house the Hall of Fame, displaying exhibits and memorabilia from Oregon's great musical talents. The OMHOF will also host musical education events and hopefully have room for hosting concerts. In the meantime, we will be collecting Oregon music memorabilia, offer music scholarships to college-bound musicians and promote music education in Oregon's grade and middle schools. Go to OMHOF website for more information.

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Notes On A Napkin

Notes On A Napkin May 7

The highlight of April was definitely my birthday party at the American Legion Hall on SE 122nd. The fabulous Wood Works provided the tunes & the AL served delicious steak & crab. It was band member Kathryn Wood’s birthday celebration as well and the band packed the dance floor regularly. Many friends were on hand for the decadent chocolate cake (provided by friend Ed Jordan, fine drummer for Wood Works) Thanks Ed!. I requested the Beatles’ song When I’m 64 and leader Asher Wood was kind enough to learn it especially for the party. They called me up to the bandstand & I motioned all those at my table to join me to dance, while Asher sang. It was a blast! They also did the Beatles’ Birthday Song and lots of their original tunes.

On my real birthday April 17, friend & PE&D writer Jeff Shivers joined me at the M&M in Gresham to hear outstanding guitarist Terry Robb, who was joined by harmonica player extraordinaire Mitch Kashmar (see Jeff’s article this issue). We enjoyed a salmon dinner & were pleasantly surprised when friends & local musicians Taska & Cliff showed up & joined us.

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