Heading out on the highways and flyways for the weekend......:)

Just wanted to share a thought with you before I go....
Peace....Brisco

Time, time....fast moving time!!

Hello my dear friends! 

Time, the challenge for us all. The last 2 weeks of my life have truly been beautiful, fantastic but, challenging times. Something always has to "give" huh"? My updates here are what happened for me. However,  I have been thinking of you all. And, I have had some great times on the radio. I want to thank all of you all for tuning in to the show. It warms my jazz loving heart to be able to share such great music with you. And, I have been blessed with meeting some terrific people to share smiles with as I traverse this great country of ours. 

Once again, something so simple as a kind look, a gentle smile that embraces the heart can mean so much to someone. And, you always, always get something back. Sharing with our fellow human beings, in any way we can, is one of the true meanings of life. I will be back soon....I promise...:)....Thank you for stopping in today. I hope you will continue to do so. And please, share this site with friends. It is a great way to show  you care.

Peace, Love and Jazz.....Brisco Funk

What a musical weekend!!

Here is a nice thought for the week. Let's share it will all those we come in contact with!

My friend Bob and I at Peppino's!

Well you know me...I love music. Listening, playing, enjoying, discovering new artists, all that and more. So, Saturday night, Mrs. Funk and I ventured out to Mission Viejo to have a nice meal. And, an even better time listening to Bob sing and entertain the faithful. It was a very special night of music, fun and new friends. Thank you Bob and DeeAnn for your fine, kind hospitality!
I did indeed leave with a huge smile on my face. Looking forward to next time!
Peace, love and jazz....Brisco Funk

Just a hello.....:)

Hope you are having a fantastic week, facing the challenges and moving forward! I want to thank everyone for listening to my show on Tuesday. I hope you had as much fun and enjoyed the music as much as I did! It was great to be back on the air. And, your calls and kind words were much appreciated. Before I close, I wanted to let you know how this blog can be more interactive. I'd love to hear from everyone.
1. At the bottom of each post, you'll see a small link that says
    "No Comment". Click on that and you can leave a comment or
    two. Let me know who you are, where you live, how you listen
    to KSBR. And, who told you about the blog.

2. Feel free to email me at briscofunk@gmail.com . Again, I do 
    enjoy chatting with you. And, if you'd like...with your permission
    of course, attached a photo, I'll be glad to post it right here
    on the front page.

That's about it. Take care of yourselves .....Never let a
moment go by without seeing an opportunity to touch
another human being in a positive way!
Peace, love and jazz...Brisco Funk

Another one of those.."I've been everywhere man"..moments! But, I'm back and..grateful.

Hey, I am always trying something new. Well, new to me! This is a video of the Rippingtons....Tourist in Paradise. That is what I felt like last week when I was in Florida. So nice to be with family.  So, hope this song and video come through. If not, I will adjust it shortly. Can you believe it? First day of fall was yesterday. I hope your year has been a good one, full of challenges and victories. More posts to come later today or tomorrow. Right now, enjoy the Jazz Cat and the Ripps...
Peace, love and jazz.....
Brisco Funk

Breakfast with Gary and Kelly...a Smile Fest and so much more...:)

Wow is the word of the day in my world! What a morning! Thank you everyone for coming and supporting the station and the music. What a crowd, probably close to 400 people attended the show today. We ate, great burritos BTW...visited, talked.  And yes, enjoyed the amazing music of Keiko Matsui. She is truly one of the most talented ladies around. Watching her fingers on on the keyboard was just incredible! As for me, seeing old faces, laughing, hugging, shaking a hand or two...you humble me with your friendship and kindness. Thank you. 

Keiko and I before the show!

We are taking October off so that Gary and Kelly can broadcast live from Catalina and the Jazztraxx Festival. In November, we will be back with a very special guest at the Norman P. Murray Community Center. Stay tuned to KSBR for details, dates and more.

Peace, love and jazz....Brisco Funk

Another Week, a few more smiles to go!

Greetings my friends...:)
Hope your world has been, kind, friendly and yes, full of smiles. Great week here. And, for you regular listeners of KSBR, what a Saturday we've got for you! Breakfast with Gary and Kelly goes live at the Norman P. Murray Community Center in Mission Viejo. Our very special featured guest in jazz pianist Keiko Matsui! We are soooo thrilled to have her back with us. She graced us with her precence this year at the birthday bash. And, has been a guest  on many occasions in our studios and stages. Go to KSBR.org right now to make a reservation. In the meantime, two of the best smiles I know.....

Mom and Dad Funk!!

Please be safe, be kind, as my friend Jeff says...no drinking, no driving, no drugs and yes, no texting either in the car....:)
Thank you all for making my days special!
Peace, love and jazz....
Brisco Funk

Smile......it's September!!

Hi everyone!
First off, thanks for tuning into the show today. Great fun for me and, I hope you enjoyed the music, the energy and hopefully, a positive way to start your day. Knowing you all are out there gives me a charge like you would not believe. Thank you, you touch my soul with your kindness....I always want to give that right back to you....
Peace, love and jazz....
Brisco Funk

The end of the summer! Hard to believe huh? But, I hope all your goals have been achieved. We are headed into wonderful time of learning, new adventures....for the kids as well as the adults. New challenges, it's the only way to look at our ever changing, evolving world. Process all the comes your way my friends with excitement, enthusiasm, and an eagerness to never stop learning. Hope to "see" many of you on the radio Tuesday morning.
Peace, love and jazz....
Brisco Funk

Happy Weekend!!


Well, at least the end of the weekend! Hope it was terrific no matter where you were. Or, what you did...:)...SoCal was hot but beautiful. I hope you spent some great time with those  you love. Hey, I wanted to share something with you. If you enjoy this blog and want to keep up with posts, photos and more...simply go  the bottom. Put your email address in the box labeled "Follow by Email". This automatic process will send you an email every time I add something. In the meantime, thanks for stopping by.  But, most important, please continue to share and share and share...smiles as well as this project!

Be safe, be Fun.....

 

peace, love and jazz...

Brisco Funk





Share, Share and share again...:)

Howdy from Yellowstone Natl Park

Greetings my dear friends!
Well, this is an advance posting of sorts...:)...I hope you were able to  listen and enjoy my show today!  I had fun as always. But, I wanted to give  you the website address and how to email me one more time...So, here you go:

Shareasmilegiveasmile.blogspot.com

Hope you will save it to your favorites and visit often! And you can reach me at:
briscofunk@gmail.com

peace, love and jazz....
Brisco Funk

Michael Lington and I at Breakfast with Gary and Kelly last year...:)

Just a thought or two.....

Now that we are up and running so to speak, remember, you can comment, share a story, whatever right here on the blog. You can also drop me an email. I'd love to hear from you...:)...

Hello Everyone!!

I am so excited to bring this blog and message to you. It is such a wonderful message of simplicity with regard to living well. Share a smile, give a smile....:)..So easy to do. I hope you will try it today. And then, every day, make smiling a part of your very existence!

But also, think about this. For all the people we see on a daily basis, do we really know what is happening and going on in their live's? Most likely, no, we don't. Which makes a smile so much more than just a facial expression. It is a show of concern, of empathy, of compassion...deep in our very souls to pass on to others on the same journey as we are.

Let's send this concept along with peace and love around the world today

My best to you always,
Brisco Funk