
Thursday, December 31, 2009
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Shelly Ely Jam At Uncle Sams' Starting January 17th

From FACEBOOK:
Shelly Ely brand new sunday jam @ Uncle Sams featuring the unique guitar stylings of the fabulous Jho Blenis,the Five fingers of funk,Terry J,Lanny England(all the girls love him)on drums and the almost oldest woman in show biz on vocals,me,starting the 17th of jan. 7-10..bring your asses and axes.
Photo by me JA ROSE, taken in 2009 'Liquid Soul' in McKenna. Bartlett With Shelly Ely.
WHERE: Uncle Sam’s Bar & Grill 7pm to 10pm
16003 Pacific Ave,
253-507-7808
Spanaway, Washington 98387-8259
Saturday, December 05, 2009
Friday, December 04, 2009
PRIVATE PARTY Gig Tonight
Wednesday, December 02, 2009
Just Booked Private 'BE HEAR' Gig This Friday Night

Thanks Mary and Annie.
To book 'The Loft On Cherry' in Olympia for your private special event...click here
http://theloftoncherry.com/
Photo from this site.
Monday, November 30, 2009
Saturday, November 21, 2009
Thursday, November 19, 2009
From Cara Clarke's New 'BE HEAR' Flyer


Have you been looking for that perfect band to enhance your venue or for special events? Look no more, the newly formed band "Be Hear!" has arrived to serenade you with their soothing soulful sounds.
The sultriness of Cara Clarke on lead vocals, accompanied by the sweet guitar sounds of Stefan Abuan,the soulful bass of Steve Bartlett and the innovative drum stylings of Kevin Christensen will have your patrons tapping their feet, clapping their hands, enjoying the moment.
With over 80 years of combined musical experience "Be Hear!" has worked hard on creating a repertoire that caters to the most diverse tastes transforming your restaurant,venue or special event into a musical oasis.
Booking Inquires:360-438-2272carawclarke@gmail.com
Listen to "Be Hear!" at: www.reverbnation.com/tunepak/1823049
Read “ImproviJazzNation” November 2009 interview with Cara Clarkehttp://zzaj.freehostia.com/Z96Interview.htm
You’re picking up the phone and calling now!
‘Be” Present and “Hear” the Music
“As Cara takes the stage and begins her act, you can immediately feel a sense of magic beginning to happen… Dick Metcalf ImporviJazzNation Magazine…Passionate Steve,who was so driven and in awe with his Father’s performance before his grade school class that he has been consumed by music ever since. Former Bassist for over 20 years on Washington’s Jazz scene, Stefan is finally returning to his true love in playing guitar and composing beautiful music. Gragarious and fun loving Kevin, teacher, mentor and always right in the “Pocket” and ready to go wherever “Be Hears!” music takes him
Monday, November 16, 2009
Saturday, November 14, 2009
'BE HEAR' Next Saturday Blue Bottle

WHERE:
Blue Bottle Espresso /8:00pm
309 Yelm Ave. East
360/458-4611
Friday, November 13, 2009
Rehearsal and Liquid Soul Tonight

WHERE:
Liquid Soul Coffee Roasters $5.00 Cover 8:30 to 11pm
360/400-soul
http://www.liquidsoulcoffee.com/
At McKenna 'Y', behind Baydos
Labels:
kenny williamSon,
liquid soul,
martin salinas,
steve bartlett
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Great Eye Contact?
Fun old photo of
'BE HEAR's Kevin and Steve at the Summit Pub in 2006. They
are playing a new tune now, Jan

are playing a new tune now, Jan
Labels:
be hear,
kevin christensen,
steve bartlett
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
It's Official...'BE HEAR's Drummer..Kevin Christensen

Artwork by Cara Clarke.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
'BE HEAR' At Summit Pub Tonight AND 12/12

ALSO, 'BE HEAR' has been booked for Saturday, December 12th from 9pm to 1am. That's again, the Summit Pub in Puyallup.
There's a big dance floor, so bring your dancing shoes. Or just relax with food and a cold drink and enjoy the show.
I'll be there. Jan
WHERE: 8:30pm
Summit Pub
9502 Canyon Road East
Puyallup. WA.
253/536-1588
Monday, November 09, 2009
New 'BE HEAR' Gig Just Added


Photos by Jeannie Isaac and Bengt Hyman.
WHERE:
Summit Pub 8:39pm
9502 Canyon Road
Puyallup. WA.
253/536-1588
http://www.insiderpages.com/b/3723163351
Sunday, November 08, 2009
Thanks Again

'BE HEAR'
Oh yea...Next gig next Thursday, 11/12 the Olympia Center in Olympia, WA. 12:30 let 'BE HEAR' be your lunch time dessert. Jan :-D
Saturday, November 07, 2009
Now Two Awesome Composers 'BE HEAR'

WHERE:Blue Bottle Espresso /8:30pm
309 Yelm Ave. East
360/458-4611
http://www.bluebottlerocks.com/
Friday, November 06, 2009
'BE HEAR' Gig Tomorrow

Photo by Ben Garney
WHERE:
Blue Bottle Espresso /8:30pm
309 Yelm Ave. East
360/458-4611
http://www.bluebottlerocks.com/
Thursday, November 05, 2009
'BE HEAR's Cara Clarke Interview By Dick Metcalf

'BE HEAR's Cara Clarke's Interview With DICK METCALF. READ IT HERE. You can read my recent interview with Dick Metcalf's online jazz magazine. I posted it in my facebook notes.http://www.facebook.com/carawclarke?v=app_2347471856&ref=profile
For Dick Metcalf go here:
Zzaj Music sites: http://indieonestop.com/jamroom/bands/647/
http://www.projectopus.com/zzaj http://www.soundclick.com/members/default.cfmmember=rotcod http://www.mixposure.com/zzaj/
Dick'sPODCAST:
Dick Metcalf, aka Rotcod Zzaj
5308 65th Avenue SELacey, WA 98513
Email: zzajunique@hotmail.com
Zine site: http://zzaj.freehostia.com/
Labels:
be hear,
cara clarke,
dick metcalf
Wednesday, November 04, 2009
A Review Of 'BE HEAR's Demo CD By Dick Metcalf

Photo by Jeannie Isaac.
To go to Dick Metcalf's site ...click here.. http://zzaj.freehostia.com/z93rant.htm
Tuesday, November 03, 2009
Kevin Christensen Guest Drummer for 'BE HEAR' This Saturday

WHERE:
Blue Bottle Espresso /8pm
309 Yelm Ave. East
360/458-4611
http://www.bluebottlerocks.com/
Monday, November 02, 2009
A Note Of Thanks From YVONNE LeBron

Photo by Casey Serin
Sunday, November 01, 2009
I Won!! Thanks THE BLUES BLOGGER Jan

'Congratulations to Jan R-B! She won the Delta Blues Giveaway and will recieve a copy of the book… Thanks to everyone who entered the draw.'
Photo from www.thebluesblogger.com
Labels:
delta blues givaway,
the blue blogger
Saturday, October 31, 2009
Thank You

Photo by Tobyotter
Friday, October 30, 2009
Tonight's Special 'BE HEAR' Benefit Performance

TONIGHT's 'BE HEAR' benefit performance is special...and can make a difference to a very special woman in our community...YVONNE LeBron ,Administrator for the 'Children's School of Excellence'. 'BE HEAR' begins at 8pm. Robert Jones jr. will be DJing after our performance at the BLUE BOTTLE ESPRESSO--309 Yelm Ave. East in Yelm, Washington, Phone 360/458-4611. Cgeck out the Blue Bottle here..www.bluebottlerocks.com
Photo from Yvonne Le Bron's FACEBOOK page.
WHERE:
Blue Bottle Espresso 8pm. $10.00 donation-ALL goes to YVONNE.
309 Yelm Ave, East
360/458-4611
http://www.bluebottlerocks.com/
Thursday, October 29, 2009
'BE HEAR' Benefit Performance Friday, Oct. 30

Photo from Yvonne LeBron's FACEBOOK page
Note from Blue Bottle:
Cover charge $10 with full amount going to Yvonne. Music! 'BE HEAR' with Cara Clarke, Steve Bartlett, Stefan Abuan and RDJBJ - Rocks The House Party
Wine, been and light food available. Blue Bottle donates to Yvonne **For those of you who do not have $10 or cannot attend, please come by the Blue Bottle between now and Monday and donate whatever amount you can from coins to dollars. ***Blue Bottle (458-4611).
WHERE: Blue Bottle Bistro 8pm, $10.00 donation ALL going to YVONNE.
309 Yelm Ave. East
360/458-4611
http://www.bluebottlerocks.com/
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
'BE HEAR' Tonight at The Royal Lounge With SHAMEKA/PRESS

'BE HEAR' with lovely Cara Clarke/vocals, Stefan Abuan/awesome song writer/guitar and funky bassman Bartlett On Bass-Steve Bartlett, with our guest drummer Darlene Jones.
Photo by Vince Alongi
WHERE: The Royal 9:30
311 N. Capital Wa
Olympia, Wa
360/ 705-0760
http://theroyal.squarespace.com/information/
Saturday, October 24, 2009
It's Not Movie Night...It's 'BE HEAR' Night

The Nisqually Valley News said on 9/18/09.."Steve Bartlett, Cara Clarke and Stefan Abuan of 'Be Hear' had the whole audience singing 'You Are My Sunshine'." And, tonight, our special guest drummer is --Kenny WilliamSon.
Thank you Kenny.
That's dynamic, stunning Cara Clarke on vocals, our outstanding Stefan Abuan song writer and guitarist and my Steve Bartlett, Bartlett on Funky Bass with Kenny WilliamSon/drums. A winner folks.
Blue Bottle's owner Michelle Jones will have loads of good food and she and her wonderful staff always makes everyone feel right at home...'MMMMM'. Organic espressos, beer and wine. And remember kids are always welcome,...why not bring the whole family. There's covered outdoor seating too.
I'm really looking forward to tonight, I was at rehearsal last night...AND, this show will be fantastic Iknow it. NO COVER. Jan
WHERE: Blue Bottle Bistro 8pm
309 Yelm Ave. East
360/458-4611
Friday, October 23, 2009
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Saturday Night Fun.. 'BE HEAR' At Blue Bottle 8pm

This is what the Nisqually Valley News said on 9/18/09.."Steve Bartlett, Cara Clarke and Stefan Abuan of 'Be Hear' had the whole audience singing 'You Are My Sunshine'." And, with a fantastic guest drummer this Saturday--Kenny WilliamSon.
Thank you Kenny.
That's Stunning Cara Clarke/vocals, Stefan Abuan/guitar/song writer and Steve Bartlett, Bartlett on funky bass with Kenny WilliamSon/drums.
Michelle Jones will have loads of good food...'MMMMM'. Organic espressos, beer and wine. And remember kids are always welcome,...why not bring the whole family. There's covered outdoor seating too. I'm really looking forward to this Saturday.
WHERE:
Blue Bottle Bistro
309 Yelm Ave. East
360/458-4611
www.bluebottlerocks.com
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Time Change For The Royal 'BE HEAR' Gig Next Tuesday

'BE HEAR' featuring stunning Cara Clarke on vocals, Stefan Abuan, song writer/guitarist and funky Steve Bartlett On Bass, Darlene Jones will be the guest drummer.
Lots of fun and dancing. Halloween costumes.
WHERE: The Royal 9:30
311 N. Capital Wa
Olympia, Wa
360/ 705-0760
Photo by Jeanie Isaac.
Laurie Johnson/Careless Hunter At Salmon Bay Eagles Thursday

Laurie Johnson playin at the Salmon Bay Eagles on Thursday Oct. 22nd come on out! Great food, cheap drinks and no cover
Salmon Bay Eagles Blues This Thurday October 22nd at 8:30 pm THE CARELESS HUNTERS, featuring Laurie Johnson on vocals,will be dishing up the blues. Come on down for this special treat and bring your dancing shoes. The Kitchen Wench will be serving Chicken N' Dumplings. No cover
Photo from Salmon Bay Eagles on FACEBOOK.
WHERE:
5216 - 20th Ave NW
Seattle, WA 98107
In Beautiful downtown Ballard
206 / 783-7791
206 / 783-7791
Monday, October 19, 2009
Guest Drummer, Kenny WilliamSon This Saturday At Blue Bottle

Thank you Kenny.
Music starts at 8pm ends about 10:30pm.
It'll be a great show..lovely, delightful and stunning Cara Clarke on vocals. Talented guitarist/song writer Stefan Abuan and the funkiest bass from Steve Bartlett with the great Kenny WilliamSon on drums. Come early/ stay late.
Michelle Jones will have a awesome menu for this event. There's always organic espresso, beer, wine, laughter,dancing and fun. See you there this Saturday, Oct. 24th 8pm at the Blue Bottle.
WHERE:
Blue Bottle Bistro
309 Yelm Ave. East
360/458-4611
Artwork by Cara Clarke.
Sunday, October 18, 2009
'BE HEAR' At The Royal Tues, Oct. 27 9pm

Cara W. Clarke Hello Olympia! Mark your calenders for Tuesday, October 27,2009 for "Be Hear!" at the Royal Lounge...Soulful Music That Just Makes YOU feel good...
From Shameka's Site on FACEBOOK.
Press
"Press" is playing a show at The Royal on Capitol Blvd. We are playin with the amazing band "BE Hear". The show starts at 8pm on Oct 27th. This will be our last show for a while. "Press" is working on some new material, ...& recording! Come dressed up in your Halloween best! xoxoxoxo ~ Press
Artwork by Cara Clarke.
WHERE: The Royal 9:00
311 N. Capital Wa
Olympia, Wa
360/ 705-0760
http://theroyal.squarespace.com/information/
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Photo by by billsaturno cc click to link, A note 'bout my spelling... I'm typing as fast as I can with one finger on one hand, and trying to make sense and everything. I haveave to look at the keyboard, NOT the screen...to see where ALL those letters are, and my nect won't bend or turn...whoops, that's NECK, not 'nect'. Please, forgive me and give me a little 'LEE-way' [spell?]...Thanks, Jan SMILE
We Respect Others Rights, Jan and Steve
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The Truth

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WHAT's HAPPENING? My Updated Event List. If unconfirmed gigs please call first. Jan
- HEATHER JONES..Monday Night Jam at DAWSONS
- JEFF WALLACE.With The Motors and Jerry Miller
- JERRY MILLER.. Uncle Sam's, Thursdays
- LINDA MYERS BAND..Wednesday Jam at Dawson's
- SASS....nothing this week
- STEVE BARTLETT..BARTLETT ON BASS Jazz Jam, July 18th, Monday night, 7 pm
- UNCLE SAMs....Bartlett On BASS jazz jam on Monday nights, 7 pm
We Respect Others Rights, Jan and Steve
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If you're a musician, band or club owner in my area, and want your live music event included on my BARTLETT ON BASS. Please send your gig info. at bartlettonbass@aol.com for review. I will review and post the very best gigs and live music events in the area. Thanks for reading BARTLETT ON BASS and supporting live music. ' T. Jan'...JA ROSE-BARTLETT.
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- I [T. Jan] share and review web sites with music, recipes and gardening information. I have been a mother, wife, nurse, apartment manager, chimney sweep, long distance runner, musician, artist, organic gardener and, A student of the GREAT WORK at R.S.E. Jan does the computer, Steve plays the bass and doesn't speak computer....but Jan doesn't speak bass...so, this works out well for us...Jan writes about music news, and this area's music events. The postings are all mine., . We share ideas about posts. Jan loves to create beautiful blogs to share ideas and keep my brain active, recovering from M.S. and other things. Jan always operate the computer, ..AND, all posts signed by Steve are in his exact words, and All our Sites licensed under Creative Commons. T. Jan.... Steve says..." I love animals, gardening, kids, music, nature and fishing.. A student of R.S.E. Really like being in nature and living simply. Enjoy teaching electric bass. Enjoy our sites." Steve.