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 Travis Edmonson on his 74th birthday
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NEWS ABOUT TRAVIS EDMONSON
IN 2006
Though confronted with some serious health setbacks in the weeks following hip surgery, Travis Edmonson remained busy with The CD Collection and visiting with fans and friends. One very special event was a reunion with his classmate from Tucson High, Mary Ellen Boughton Kokoszka, (see picture below.
Travis Edmonson & Mary Ellen Kokoszka Thanksgiving 2006
All those who have become attracted to Latin music via the songs of Travis Edmonson will approve of the exciting project beginning in January 2006. It's an educational package built around him singing In Spanish for teachers in elementary and secondary schools, intended to enhance cultural relations and assist with the learning of Spanish. And what a wonderful way to introduce a whole new generation to this powerful music! Thoughts and ideas for “Travis Edmonson's Musical Gateway to Mexico” are welcomed . Just contact the website via the button at the left.
Super exciting news in February is the long-awaited release on CD of Travis Edmonson's live solo show at The Troubadour, “Travis On Cue.” Unfortunately, many of the releases of this album on Lp were flawed, and we're especially pleased to say that the Travis Edmonson Collection remaster is of absolutely stunning quality!
February 12 was a Red letter day as Travis Edmonson joined the many fans and friends of Dolan Ellis to celebrate the latter's 40th anniversary as Arizona's Official State Balladeer.
Concert organizer Bonnie Brock presented an extra special event on Sunday, April 9 when Rose Marie and Travis Edmonson hosted a performance by the stunning musician and singer Tim Wiedenkeller in their Mesa, Arizona home.
The long-awaited CD release of "Spotlight on Bud and Travis" took place on May 31. Autographed copies may be obtained by clicking the album image
at the top of this page.
On June 17, Travis Edmonson was guest of honor at the filming of a Kingston Trio concert in Yuma, Arizona. Bill McCuen, who is also making a documentary about Travis, is putting the concert together in a package to be released on DVD
Two new albums were released by The Travis Edmonson Collection in Summer 2006 - “Perspective on Bud & Travis,” and from The Gateway Singers, “Wagons West.” For ordering details, click the banner at the top of any page.
Travis Edmonson was special guest of John Stewart and Nick Reynolds at Trio Fantasy Camp on August 11 and 12. He performed at the main dinner, and also entertained participants in a songfest which went into the wee hours on the Saturday night.
Bob Shane, Travis Edmonson, John Stewart
and Nick Reynolds August 12, 2006
Travis Edmonson celebrated his 74th birthday on September 23 in fine style. One of the guests, Travis' most recent singing partner, Frank Ross, reports on the festivities in the FEATURES section.
A delightful party that was, not only for the honouree, but all the guests, to see Travis in great form. For those who've known him for decades, it was particularly special to observe that his bright and sparkling eyes were no different from those of the man they remembered from his twenties, despite the grievous health problems of the past quarter century. Magnify the photo on the page with Frank's article, and see for yourself!
Unfortunately, the event was followed by a serious fall on October 10, resulting in a broken hip that required surgery to repair. Friends around the world join in sending Travis their wishes for a quick recovery with as little pain as possible.
Travis Edmonson wants to thank everyone who has sent in get-well messages and extended Good Thoughts and prayers for his recovery from hip surgery. He returned home from hospital on October 25, and despite the tough circumstances, remains in Let's All Room Together Next Semester spirits, thanks to the goodwill those who care about him have shown.
He's also asking anyone who might have memorabilia from his career to help out with the documentary Bill McCune of McCune Television is making about him. Travis would like those who have ticket stubs, playbills, photographs (Travis alone, Bud & Travis, Travis with other celebrities, Travis with fans), ads, reviews or any other graphic material to make it available in the form of scans emailed to info@arizonafolk.net. Should you have trouble reaching that address, just click the contact button at the left, and we'll get you in touch with Bonnie Brock who is assisting Bill McCune with assembly of visuals for the film which is due for completion some time in 2007.
Most welcome of all would be video footage, which is in scant supply. Many thanks to all searching their collections to assist!
Additions to travisedmonson.com
in December 2006
Bill Ramsey, Chuck Steverson
Additions to travisedmonson.com
in November 2006
George Hermach , Tee Cook, Chris Morales, Ron Wise, Cozette Haggery, Graeme Balcom, Gary Allen, Rhea-Frances Tetley
BIOGRAPHY
website of Travis Edmonson collaborator Gerry Glombecki
Additions to travisedmonson.com
in October 2006
FEATURES
Travis Edmonson poem "The Eagle"
website of Travis Edmonson protogee Brad Brooks
website of Travis' singing partner Frank Ross
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Additions to travisedmonson.com
in September 2006
Sara Izod, David Horwitz, Ron Fitz, Ava Victoria, Tom Wright, Ben Midleton, Gene Kelly, Andy Grable, Bill Koehler, Tom McGuigan
Jim Miller, Louise Shane
Additions to travisedmonson.com
in August 2006
Bruce Melzer (2), Toni Conner Goldbach, Steven Weisner, Larry Weinberg, Barry Rothrock (2), Sally Sherringham, Paul Gajdos (2)
RECOLLECTION by
Lee Gum
Perspective on Bud & Travis
Wagons West
Additions to travisedmonson.com
in July 2006
Randall Mathis, Bill Warren, Dennis Low
Vaughn Ripley, Barbara Small, Mike Solner, Bruce Melzer, Carole Voyajian,Cicely Newsome
More Santa Monica Concert
Additions to travisedmonson.com
in June 2006
Les Blank, Jennine Jackson, Dan Field, Duane Vincent, Barbara Small, Robert Kelly
Additions to travisedmonson.com
in May 2006
Antonio Rigney, Paul Gajdos, Kelly Braithwaite, Delia Messenger
Ernie Sheldon, Duncan Kunz
Additions to travisedmonson.com
in April 2006
Hear Travis Edmonson and B&T recordings on the best internet station for folk music, SHADY GROVE RADIO
Dale Finfrock, Samuel Reynolds, Bob Barter, Jim Kinkead
Additions to travisedmonson.com
in March 2006
George Zaninovich, Mary Ellen Boughton Kokoszka, Steve Crown, Diane Bradley
Chris Morales, Andy Rodriguez, Tom Bollinger
Additions to travisedmonson.com
in February 2006
Bill DuBois, Kerry Byrnes, Barbara McKinney, Ken Green
Records Section
Additions to travisedmonson.com
in January 2006
Features Section
Memories of the Bud & Travis
memories of individuals who were there
Poetry - About Travis Edmonson
Bob Burlinson, Dennis Seibel, Karen Glazer