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St. Mark's Episcopal Church44 Second Street, Newport, VT.
All concerts will begin at 4 pm at the church.
There is a suggested donation of 10.00.
A reception with light refreshments follows each concert.
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2007 SEASON
A Rousing Start to our 3rd Season!
March 25th - The Sky Blue BoysBanjo Dan and Willy Lindner
The Sky Blue Boys – “Banjo” Dan and Willy Lindner – embody a tradition as old as American music itself: two fellows, with mandolin and guitar, a musical teamwork built of habit, their voices fused in the unique blend produced by kinship. During the 1930s and ‘40s, “brothers duets” were the predominant format in country music, practiced by now-legendary teams on radio and stage shows throughout rural America. Brothers duets of historical importance included the Monroe Brothers, the Delmore Brothers, and the Blue Sky Boys (Bill and Earl Bolick, in tribute to whom the Sky Blue Boys take their name). Dan and Willy have revived the tradition and expanded upon it, with a rich variety of instrumentation, an ear for appropriate modern songs, and original compositions still flavored by the rural experience.
The brothers formed the celebrated Vermont bluegrass band Banjo Dan and the Midnite Plowboys in 1972, becoming mainstays of the bluegrass circuit and carrying their music overseas.
But never far from their hearts was the pared-down, evocative music of the brothers duets. It’s the sound that the Sky Blue Boys now recreate for audiences throughout New England, providing a reminder of things past, and of things constant.
April 22nd - Scott Sanchez, Classical GuitaristScott Sanchez earned his Bachelor of Music degree at the University of Denver as a student of the Cuban classical guitarist, Ricardo Iznaola. He graduated with a Master of Music degree from Yale University where he was a student of the American classical guitarist, Benjamin Verdery. As a student, he also performed in masterclasses for renowned guitarists including Eliot Fisk, David Russell and Scott Tennant.
Mr. Sanchez has performed at such places as King's Chapel, Boston; St. Bride's Church, London; and the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center. He has taught at Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut and Trinity College in Hartford, Connecticut. Currently, he teaches at Franklin Pierce College in Rindge, New Hampshire.
During the reception, join us as we present the Northeast Kingdom Artist Showcase, featuring
Ann Volatile - Painter
251 Jackson St.Newport, VT 05855
She has been experimenting with painting for several years and enjoy the challenge of creating a three dimensional picture using watercolors,oils or pastels with as little struggling as possible. Sometimes the paint is quicker than the eye, but the results can be exciting and fun. She says, "If you don't enjoy what you're doing,stop doing it."
May 20th - Marie-Claude Montplaisir - PianistThe artistic project of Marie-Claude Montplaisir aims at bringing classical music to the largest possible public with highly classical and virtuoso programs in nature although accessible. She started a concert tour to present Musical Journey, which consist of a collection of short pieces of composers from around the world and of varied styles expressing a wide scope of emotions. Her concerts have been very successful and well received by an enthousiastic public. She finished 3rd at the 17th International Bartok-Kabalevsky Piano Competition in Virginia, USA.
“ This is one pianist to watch ! Marie-Claude Montplaisir’s nimble fingers and sensitive ear please her listeners each time. Pure joy. “
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June 10th - The Maple Leaf SevenMaple Leaf Seven was founded in 1977 by amateur musicians in St. Johnsbury under the leadership of the local high school band director. The seven member band performs in the "dixieland" style on clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, piano, tuba/bass and drums.
Over the years the band's repertoire has grown to include a broad selection of dixieland favorites from the Original Dixieland Band, Louis Armstrong and others.
The personnel of the Maple Leaf band has remained stable for most of its 25 years. Trumpeter, Les Blodgett; clarinetist, Ron Ducham, pianist, John Goodrich and drummer, Gary Aubin are charter members still playing regularly with the group. Matt Clancy provides the tenor sax part and trombone duties are covered by Marty McRae. Phil Brown managed the band, along with Big Band 2002, the Twilight Jazz Group and the Goodrich/Brown Trio, for several years and joined the band as bassist and vocalist in 1988.
July 8th - Mainstreet Brass Quintet Christmas in July Dinner Fundraiser
The Mainstreet Brass has been entertaining audiences since 1986, presenting varied repertoire spanning the centuries -- from florid 17th century canzons and Bach transcriptions to memorable show tunes and blues classics from Jelly Roll Morton, W.C. Handy and Fats Waller.
A Mainstreet Brass concert is always full of surprises. You just might get a rendition of "Wooly Bully" or "Wild Thing" right after a performance of a German Baroque sonata. It's part of what this unique ensemble is about -- flexibility, artistic range, accessibility and reaching out to listeners of all ages.
Mainstreet Brass is also on the forefront of discovering new repertoire for the brass quintet. The group actively commissions arrangements and new literature from leading composers from around the world to enhance its own concert programs and expand the brass quintet repertoire.
The group returns to the series by popular request following their concert in 2005. This concert will feature some special Christmas selections for the Christmas in July celebration.
Suggested Donation for Concert is 10.00.
Followed at 6 pm by a traditional Turkey Christmas Dinner with all the trimmings and decorated for the season.Dinner is by Reservation only. Tickets are 8.50 for adults and 5.00 for children under 12.
Be part of this very special day and help us raise funds to continue our concert series!
August 12th - Erich Kory, CellistFor over 40 years the cello has been the voice of Erich Kory. Even though the music he plays on it has changed, the cello has always helped him to realize who he is, while helping audiences connect to their own inner selves.
Erich Kory can now be heard not only in his solo concerts, but performing with multi-media, dance, circus and theater groups throughout the world. Recording being his passion, he has created several film soundtracks in the last years and has opened his own studio. His compact discs Sentient Cello & Never Ending Story have recieved much critical acclaim & are being played on radio around the world. He will be releasing a DVD of a live concert soon.
Erich is presently touring with singer Elisabeth Von Trapp in the USA and is playing with Jerri Brown, Genvieve Charest, Cirque du Soleil, Cirque Éloise, Les Gens d'R & Cirque Fantastique in Canada and the Palindrome Multi-Media Performance Group in Europe. He is presently writing a Soundtrack for Pale Fire, a dance production of Jane Mappen in Montreal.
September 16th - Brass and OrganJim McKimm, Organist at St. Mark's will join with local musicians for a program of classical selections, including the Saint-Saens: Adagio & Finale, Symphony 3 "Organ" for Organ & Brass, arranged for organ and brass ensemble: 4 trumpets, 2 horns, 3 trombones, 2 tubas.
October 14th -The Back Bay Saxaphone Quartet
The BACK BAY SAXOPHONE QUARTET is a versatile group that has established itself as one of New England's premiere chamber ensembles of its kind. With a repertoire that includes classical, jazz and ragtime, the group has performed at venues throughout the Northeast both in recital and for parties and society functions. Founded in 2001, this unique ensemble brings together four saxophonists with extensive backgrounds both in classical music and jazz, enabling the quartet to cover over four centuries of music, often in a single evening's performance.
Following the concert, join us for our 2nd Annual traditional home-cookedNew England Boiled Dinner.
Fruit Cup
Corned Beef, beets, potatoes, carrots, oinions, cabbage
Pumpkim Pie
Tickets: 8.50 adult - 5.00 Students under 12
Reservations requested by calling th church at 802-334-7365. Take-out available by reservation.
November 4th - Social Band
Social Band is a lively group of twenty-four singers based in Burlington, Vermont, known for its strong voices and joyful, high-quality performances. Featuring a powerful, full sound, Social Band brings warmth and vitality to its broad repertoire. Social Band was founded in 1998 to explore the diverse repertoires of both traditional and “art” music. Directed by Amity Baker, our presentation strikes a balance between raw exuberance and a polished sound.
Our repertoire is based on the notion that “folk” and “classical” music are parts of a continuum, each with its own distinct flavor. Our concerts feature music from a wide range of genres: American shape-note and Appalachian music, British Isle counterparts, Balkan and Georgian music, and music composed by Social Band members.
The common threads? Much of this music is modal, most of it is polyphonic, and the harmonies are rich and engaging. We seek out music that is often overlooked by more conventional choruses. Most importantly, our music stirs the soul, is fun to sing, and our audiences love it!
"Kick-Off the Holidays Concert to be Announced