Steel guitar festival in Charlieu France 25-27 april 2015

[Patrick Laffrat]

http://www.pedalsteelguitar.fr

[JohnDavisStringsHere]

Patrick, an English translation would be good on the ad...... might as well be greek to me How about some basic info Like...... how do we get there? ...Where do we stay? ..... How much does it cost?..... and, Who is playing????

[Will C]

John, I've driven down to that neck of the woods a few times. It's a long way!

[JohnDavisStringsHere]

Will, I was not planning on going,... the pension would not stretch that far.... just thought some more basic info on the event would be helpful for those that are in a position to go, Hell I can't even make it to Ireland let alone southern France . The only way I cam make it to a steelies meet is to hold it myself!

[Will C]

As Patrick hasn't replied to JD's request for further info, here's a snap translation of the material on this on the French site:

Steel Guitar Meeting 25-27 April, Charlieu, France. (about two thirds of the way down the right hand side, then strike off west for about 30 miles)

Activities: Masterclass led by experienced pro musicians, jam session, concerts etc.
For all amateur and professional musicians, beginners and experienced, from France and elsewhere.

Cost: Euro 60 includes all activities, 4 meals, dormitory accommodation and 2 breakfasts. The dormitory is about 12km away in the surrounding countryside. The activity centre is near the middle of the town, and has parking, a terrace, bar, annexe for the master class etc. The bar area converts for the evening concert.

If you prefer hotel accommodation two local hotel numbers are given: the "Relais de l'Abbaye" or the "Lion d'Or". Hotel accommodation would be extra. There's an e-mail link to the organiser if you are thinking of going.

There's a little vagueness about the dates. I think it's one of those "arrive late Friday, depart early Monday" things.