Spivey Hall’s annual Spring Bach Festival will conclude this weekend with performances by organist Vincent Dubois, cellist Daniel Müller-Schott, and pianist Angela Hewitt.
French organist Dubois returns to Spivey Hall at 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 2 for a program of works by Bach and other composers. Dubois’ visit to the campus of Clayton State University will include a pre concert talk at 2 p.m.
Tickets to this performance are $30 (50 percent off for Clayton State faculty and staff); Clayton State students pay just $10. For tickets and more information, call the Spivey Hall Box Office at (678) 466-4200. Full-price tickets only are available online at www.spiveyhall.org (a per-ticket service fee applies).
Canadian pianist Angela Hewitt gives a public master class on interpreting Bach keyboard works on the piano on Saturday, May 2 at 7 p.m. The cost of the master class is $10 per person. Hewitt is joined the following afternoon, Sunday, May 3, for the final performance of the 2009 Spring Bach Festival by the charismatic German cellist, Daniel Müller-Schott, featuring Bach's three gamba suites. The Müller-Schott – Hewitt performance will begin at 3 p.m. on May 3 and will be preceded by a pre concert talk at 2 p.m.
Tickets to this performance are $45 (50 percent off for Clayton State faculty and staff); Clayton State students pay just $10. For tickets and more information, call the Spivey Hall Box Office at (678) 466-4200. Full-price tickets only are available online at www.spiveyhall.org (a per-ticket service fee applies).
A unit of the University System of Georgia, Clayton State University is an outstanding comprehensive metropolitan university located 15 miles southeast of downtown Atlanta.
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Thursday, April 30, 2009
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Musicians to perform sonnets written by GSU English instructor
“Eight Personal Ads,” a musical performance of poems from Beth Gylys’ “Matchbook”
7:30 p.m. April 29
Kopleff Recital Hall, 10 Peachtree Center Ave., Atlanta
ISO Undertaker's Daughter
By Beth Gylys
I don't do beaches, romance or dinners out.
If that's what you want, call the other ads.
I'd like a girl in black or mismatched plaids.
Someone who's master of the perfect pout,
her mouth puckered, her lipstick plum. A girl
who likes the feel of glass against her skin.
What she does is what she loves. She's thin
and hard, a little mean. The kind of girl
most men are scared of-that's the one for me.
I like warm beer and psychedelic rock.
I used to have a band called Crusty Jock.
Now I work on websites. I'm twenty-three,
and bored with clueless whiny snobs in suits.
I dream of dark nights, you in thigh-high boots.
A staple of newspapers and the online dating world, the personal ad also serves as inspiration for “Matchbook,” a chapbook of sonnets by Beth Gylys, an associate professor of English at Georgia State.
“I always liked personal ads — I thought they were fun to read, and I thought it would be fun to write,” said Gylys.
Eight of the sonnets from “Matchbook” will be performed by soprano Sharon Stephenson and tenor Richard Clement April 29 at Kopleff Recital Hall. Composer Dan Welcher, a friend of Gylys, set the poems to music.
“After I wrote them, they felt performance-oriented,” Gylys said. “They were all written for different personalities and voices.”
The poems detail searches for love from all walks of life, and Gylys said she found that the sonnet, with its structure emphasizing a change in the middle of the poem, was a natural fit for her subject matter.
“The personal ad really has a two-part structure: This is who I am and what I’m like, and then it switches and says this is what I want,” she said. “A sonnet has an eight-line opening and usually a six-line closing, but it usually has a turn in the middle.”
The performance aspect also highlights the humor in the poems, Gylys said.
“I love that something I’ve written can take on a new form and can be explored through music,” she said. “There’s so much fun and richness about the poems that you wouldn’t really read on the page.”
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7:30 p.m. April 29
Kopleff Recital Hall, 10 Peachtree Center Ave., Atlanta
ISO Undertaker's Daughter
By Beth Gylys
I don't do beaches, romance or dinners out.
If that's what you want, call the other ads.
I'd like a girl in black or mismatched plaids.
Someone who's master of the perfect pout,
her mouth puckered, her lipstick plum. A girl
who likes the feel of glass against her skin.
What she does is what she loves. She's thin
and hard, a little mean. The kind of girl
most men are scared of-that's the one for me.
I like warm beer and psychedelic rock.
I used to have a band called Crusty Jock.
Now I work on websites. I'm twenty-three,
and bored with clueless whiny snobs in suits.
I dream of dark nights, you in thigh-high boots.
A staple of newspapers and the online dating world, the personal ad also serves as inspiration for “Matchbook,” a chapbook of sonnets by Beth Gylys, an associate professor of English at Georgia State.
“I always liked personal ads — I thought they were fun to read, and I thought it would be fun to write,” said Gylys.
Eight of the sonnets from “Matchbook” will be performed by soprano Sharon Stephenson and tenor Richard Clement April 29 at Kopleff Recital Hall. Composer Dan Welcher, a friend of Gylys, set the poems to music.
“After I wrote them, they felt performance-oriented,” Gylys said. “They were all written for different personalities and voices.”
The poems detail searches for love from all walks of life, and Gylys said she found that the sonnet, with its structure emphasizing a change in the middle of the poem, was a natural fit for her subject matter.
“The personal ad really has a two-part structure: This is who I am and what I’m like, and then it switches and says this is what I want,” she said. “A sonnet has an eight-line opening and usually a six-line closing, but it usually has a turn in the middle.”
The performance aspect also highlights the humor in the poems, Gylys said.
“I love that something I’ve written can take on a new form and can be explored through music,” she said. “There’s so much fun and richness about the poems that you wouldn’t really read on the page.”
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The Deep South Brass Band Festival in Pine Mountain
Round up your friends and family, pack a picnic and grab some chairs and blankets. Head to Pine Mountain, Georgia, for a weekend of brass band music appropriate for all ages for FREE – free admission to all Saturday concerts. No worries about parking, complimentary parking will be available at Callaway Garden’s Robin Lake Beach with a complimentary shuttle will be running (beach entrance on U. S. Hwy. 27) to the downtown concert site.
On Saturday afternoon, enjoy music on the lawn of the Chipley Woman’s Club in Downtown Pine Mountain. The entertainment moves to Callaway Gardens at 6:00 p.m. for hours of more great brass band music. It’s free, fun and fantastic.
Great visuals and audio! Great chance to experience it for 2010 story!
When/Where:
(Schedule subject to change. In the event of rain, concerts will be in the Callaway Gardens Beach Dome)
Friday, May 1:
7:00 p.m. Preview Party at Carriage & Horses
"Evening of Brass" Featuring Midtown Brass (Tickets required*)
Saturday, May 2:
11:00 a.m. Parade – Downtown Pine Mountain
Afternoon Location: Chipley Woman's Club
Noon Midtown Brass Quintet
1:00 p.m. Fort Benning Infantry Dixieland
2:00 p.m. Georgia Brass Band
3:00-6:00 p.m. Intermission
Evening Location: Callaway Gardens’ Robin Lake Beach
5:00 p.m. Reserved table seating opens
6:00 p.m. 8th Regiment Brass Band
7:00 p.m. Jericho Brass Band
8:00 p.m. Georgia Brass Band
9:00 p.m. Atlanta Brass
How:
The Friday Night Preview Party*, "An Evening of Brass" will feature the Midtown Brass Quintet at Carriage & Horses Restaurant. Tickets are $50 per person and can be purchased at Carriage & Horses (706-663-4777), Bon Cuisine II (706-663-4848) and the Pine Mountain Chamber of Commerce (706-663-8850).
Table seating for Saturday’s evening performances can be reserved for with advance purchase ($200 per table of eight or $25 per seat) by calling the Pine Mountain Chamber of Commerce (706-663-8850), Sweet Home Antiques (706-663-7776) Bon Cuisine II (706-663-4848).
Callaway Gardens has a special overnight package for those looking to enjoy Pine Mountain for more than one day. In addition to a free day of concerts, enjoy free recreation (golf, tennis, boating and bicycling) and the Gardens starting at only $99 in the Mountain Creek Inn. For more information, visit http://www.callawaygardens.com/ or call 1-800-CALLAWAY (225-5292).
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On Saturday afternoon, enjoy music on the lawn of the Chipley Woman’s Club in Downtown Pine Mountain. The entertainment moves to Callaway Gardens at 6:00 p.m. for hours of more great brass band music. It’s free, fun and fantastic.
Great visuals and audio! Great chance to experience it for 2010 story!
When/Where:
(Schedule subject to change. In the event of rain, concerts will be in the Callaway Gardens Beach Dome)
Friday, May 1:
7:00 p.m. Preview Party at Carriage & Horses
"Evening of Brass" Featuring Midtown Brass (Tickets required*)
Saturday, May 2:
11:00 a.m. Parade – Downtown Pine Mountain
Afternoon Location: Chipley Woman's Club
Noon Midtown Brass Quintet
1:00 p.m. Fort Benning Infantry Dixieland
2:00 p.m. Georgia Brass Band
3:00-6:00 p.m. Intermission
Evening Location: Callaway Gardens’ Robin Lake Beach
5:00 p.m. Reserved table seating opens
6:00 p.m. 8th Regiment Brass Band
7:00 p.m. Jericho Brass Band
8:00 p.m. Georgia Brass Band
9:00 p.m. Atlanta Brass
How:
The Friday Night Preview Party*, "An Evening of Brass" will feature the Midtown Brass Quintet at Carriage & Horses Restaurant. Tickets are $50 per person and can be purchased at Carriage & Horses (706-663-4777), Bon Cuisine II (706-663-4848) and the Pine Mountain Chamber of Commerce (706-663-8850).
Table seating for Saturday’s evening performances can be reserved for with advance purchase ($200 per table of eight or $25 per seat) by calling the Pine Mountain Chamber of Commerce (706-663-8850), Sweet Home Antiques (706-663-7776) Bon Cuisine II (706-663-4848).
Callaway Gardens has a special overnight package for those looking to enjoy Pine Mountain for more than one day. In addition to a free day of concerts, enjoy free recreation (golf, tennis, boating and bicycling) and the Gardens starting at only $99 in the Mountain Creek Inn. For more information, visit http://www.callawaygardens.com/ or call 1-800-CALLAWAY (225-5292).
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Bluegrass Around Georgia
Thursday, Apr 30 – From the Columbus, GA area, the highly talented, energetic Just Us Bluegrass Band will be performing at the Redlight Cafe, 553 Amsterdam Ave, Atlanta, GA 30306, Jams start at 7pm, Show starts at 9pm. For more info, go to www.RedlightCafe.com or www.justusbluegrassband.com.
Friday, May 1 – Georgia’s own Frances Mooney & Fontanna Sunset is scheduled to perform at Sawnee Mountain Music Store, 1540 Dahlonega Hwy, Cumming, GA 30040. Show time: 8pm - 10:30pm, jams from 6 - 8pm. For more info; http://www.sawneemountainmusic.net/.
Saturday, May 2 – Along with others, Randolph County, from the great state of AL, will be featured at the Hollonville Opry in Hollonville, GA, A full evening of good bluegrass & country music. Donations accepted. First show starts at 6:30pm. For more info go to www.HollonvilleOpry.com or call 770-228-4832.
Saturday, May 2 – Three bands will be featured at the Williamson Music Barn, 2233 Hwy 362 West, Williamson, GA 30292. Donations accepted. For more info, please contact Dan Kilgore, 706-975-9045.
2 May 2009 at 7:30pm the Mountain Music & Medicine Show will feature: Joyce Brookshire, Fool's Gold of Dahlonega, The Spontaneous Cracker Eruption, & Arlo Finch at the Holly Theater in Dahlonega for a live show on GPB radio. Go to www.hollytheater.com or call 706-864-3759. Tickets are $15.
May 6th – 10am to Noon - Any and all artists are invited to a “Creative Economies Convocation” at ARTStation on Manor Drive in the Village of Stone Mountain. Jack Sartain, founder of the DeKalb Council for the Arts, Inc. and facilitator of the project will describe how the Arts Incubator works and the financial and other benefits and advantages to the artists who participate. Artists will help plan the incubator. RSVP to jbs5951@aol.com, or call 770-856-1377 so that all attendees might be comfortably accommodated.
Starting March 10 through April, MMFS will offer a tune-learning class from 7 - 8:30 PM. These are for the advanced beginner to intermediate student who would like to build there repertoire for playing in traditional music sessions. All instruments and ages are welcome. The classes will be taught by Matt Evans and Christie Burns. Cost is $10.00 per person per class. No weekly commitment required. Call 423-827-8906 for info. No RSVP required. Steve Daugherty 423-875-5250
Every Tuesday – Bluegrass Jam - 7-9 at the Austrailian Bakery on the Square in Marietta, GA with plenty of space for jamming in the square on those fair weather days. For more info, Email John Andrews at johnandrews@bellsouth.net.
Every Tuesday– Bluegrass Jam, 6 – 10pm (on the Antibelum trail between Athens and Macon) in Eatonton Georgia. Keith Rowell, Red Wing Old Time Music Show. For more info: http://redwingmusic.blogspot.com/ or E-mail Rowell@mindspring.com or call 706-923-0031
Every Thursday – 6pm to Dusk - Pickin' In The Park in McCaysville, Georgia (1.5 hours north of Atlanta, 10 miles from Blue Ridge). At Horseshoe Bend Park alongside the beautiful Toccoa River. For more info: www.PickinthePark.com - or - 423-496-4653 - or email: lisa@pickinthepark.com
Thursday nights - 6:30pm until ?? - Cherry Log Pickin' Whitepath Fire Station #11 (behind Blue Ridge Auto Auction of SR 515. Cross RR tracks, newstation on left. Location @ 3 miles N. of Ellijay on left, look for the AmericanFlag). Bring chairs and friends for family fun. Admission:FREEContact: Al or Dana Henderson 706-635-3786.
Every Saturday - Mountain Music Jam, 2-6 p.m. (rain or shine) in Dahlonega at the Gold Museum on the Public Square. For more info: http://www.cityofdahlonega.com/announcements/Appalachian%20Jam%202009.pdf or email dahlonegadda@windstream.net or call Joel Cordle 706-864-6133; join its Facebook group. From the Facebook page, search groups for “Dahlonega Appalachian Jam.”
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Friday, May 1 – Georgia’s own Frances Mooney & Fontanna Sunset is scheduled to perform at Sawnee Mountain Music Store, 1540 Dahlonega Hwy, Cumming, GA 30040. Show time: 8pm - 10:30pm, jams from 6 - 8pm. For more info; http://www.sawneemountainmusic.net/.
Saturday, May 2 – Along with others, Randolph County, from the great state of AL, will be featured at the Hollonville Opry in Hollonville, GA, A full evening of good bluegrass & country music. Donations accepted. First show starts at 6:30pm. For more info go to www.HollonvilleOpry.com or call 770-228-4832.
Saturday, May 2 – Three bands will be featured at the Williamson Music Barn, 2233 Hwy 362 West, Williamson, GA 30292. Donations accepted. For more info, please contact Dan Kilgore, 706-975-9045.
2 May 2009 at 7:30pm the Mountain Music & Medicine Show will feature: Joyce Brookshire, Fool's Gold of Dahlonega, The Spontaneous Cracker Eruption, & Arlo Finch at the Holly Theater in Dahlonega for a live show on GPB radio. Go to www.hollytheater.com or call 706-864-3759. Tickets are $15.
May 6th – 10am to Noon - Any and all artists are invited to a “Creative Economies Convocation” at ARTStation on Manor Drive in the Village of Stone Mountain. Jack Sartain, founder of the DeKalb Council for the Arts, Inc. and facilitator of the project will describe how the Arts Incubator works and the financial and other benefits and advantages to the artists who participate. Artists will help plan the incubator. RSVP to jbs5951@aol.com, or call 770-856-1377 so that all attendees might be comfortably accommodated.
Starting March 10 through April, MMFS will offer a tune-learning class from 7 - 8:30 PM. These are for the advanced beginner to intermediate student who would like to build there repertoire for playing in traditional music sessions. All instruments and ages are welcome. The classes will be taught by Matt Evans and Christie Burns. Cost is $10.00 per person per class. No weekly commitment required. Call 423-827-8906 for info. No RSVP required. Steve Daugherty 423-875-5250
Every Tuesday – Bluegrass Jam - 7-9 at the Austrailian Bakery on the Square in Marietta, GA with plenty of space for jamming in the square on those fair weather days. For more info, Email John Andrews at johnandrews@bellsouth.net.
Every Tuesday– Bluegrass Jam, 6 – 10pm (on the Antibelum trail between Athens and Macon) in Eatonton Georgia. Keith Rowell, Red Wing Old Time Music Show. For more info: http://redwingmusic.blogspot.com/ or E-mail Rowell@mindspring.com or call 706-923-0031
Every Thursday – 6pm to Dusk - Pickin' In The Park in McCaysville, Georgia (1.5 hours north of Atlanta, 10 miles from Blue Ridge). At Horseshoe Bend Park alongside the beautiful Toccoa River. For more info: www.PickinthePark.com - or - 423-496-4653 - or email: lisa@pickinthepark.com
Thursday nights - 6:30pm until ?? - Cherry Log Pickin' Whitepath Fire Station #11 (behind Blue Ridge Auto Auction of SR 515. Cross RR tracks, newstation on left. Location @ 3 miles N. of Ellijay on left, look for the AmericanFlag). Bring chairs and friends for family fun. Admission:FREEContact: Al or Dana Henderson 706-635-3786.
Every Saturday - Mountain Music Jam, 2-6 p.m. (rain or shine) in Dahlonega at the Gold Museum on the Public Square. For more info: http://www.cityofdahlonega.com/announcements/Appalachian%20Jam%202009.pdf or email dahlonegadda@windstream.net or call Joel Cordle 706-864-6133; join its Facebook group. From the Facebook page, search groups for “Dahlonega Appalachian Jam.”
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Monday, April 27, 2009
Wynonna and Kenny Rogers Headline 2009 'Divas NashVegas' Event
Wynonna & Kenny offer "Divas NashVegas" UltimateFAN VIP Experience at CMTAuctions.com
Wynonna and Kenny Rogers (Divas Nashvegas’ first official “He-Va”) will headline this year’s highly-anticipated Divas Nashvegas 2009 fundraiser for Oasis Center, presented by HCA, set for Saturday, May 16, at 7:00 p.m. in the Loveless Barn, located at 8400 Highway 100, next to the famous Loveless Café.
Also featured is a rare and very special appearance of legendary country duo The Judds. Naomi Judd will join daughter Wynonna onstage to thrill audiences with some of their classic hits.
In addition to the headliners, Nashville’s own hit country comedy duo Doyle and Debbie will emcee the event.
As a special once-in-a-lifetime experience, Wynonna and Kenny Rogers have teamed with CMTAuctions.com to help raise additional funds for Oasis Center by offering the UlitimateFAN VIP Experience. The winning bidder will receive:
* An exclusive Backstage Meet & Greet and photo opportunity with Wynonna Judd and Kenny Rogers. This meet and greet is available only to the UltimateFAN VIP guests participating in this auction* Front Row Seating for two (2) to this private, once-in-a-lifetime performance* One night's lodging for two (2) at the luxurious Mobile 5-Star Hermitage Hotel in downtown Nashville* A catered, sit-down dinner for two (2) at the event* Cocktail reception and open bar during the performance* Two (2) souvenir laminates commemorating this historic evening* Roundtrip ground transportation between the concert venue and the Hermitage Hotel on the night of the show.
Bid at http://www.cmtauctions.com/cgi-bin/auction.cgi?action=ProductList&Mode=Browse&CategoryID=1000000000334802
Oasis Center has dedicated Divas Nashvegas 2009 to six of Nashville’s greatest “Do Right Divas” who have made this community a better place for children and youth: Genma Holmes, Ellen Martin, Jana Davis, Tammy Genovese, Sally Shepherd, and Renata Soto.
Divas Nashvegas was named as one of the hottest parties of the year in 2007 and 2008 by NFocus Magazine, and this year promises to deliver another exciting sold-out dinner and concert event. One hundred percent of the proceeds will benefit Oasis Center. Over the past four years, the event has raised in excess of $800,000 for Oasis Center’s programs.
Ticket prices start at $250. Full tables and premier concert seating are also available. To purchase tickets, please contact Marsha Crane at 615-983-6863 or mcrane@oasiscenter.org.
Now in its 40th year of operation, Oasis Center provides nationally recognized services designed to help youth overcome barriers that could prevent them from transitioning into a healthy adulthood. These services include two residences for homeless teens, education support, street outreach, individual and family counseling, and youth volunteer and leadership opportunities. For more information, visit www.oasiscenter.org or call 615-327-4455.
Wynonna and Kenny Rogers (Divas Nashvegas’ first official “He-Va”) will headline this year’s highly-anticipated Divas Nashvegas 2009 fundraiser for Oasis Center, presented by HCA, set for Saturday, May 16, at 7:00 p.m. in the Loveless Barn, located at 8400 Highway 100, next to the famous Loveless Café.
Also featured is a rare and very special appearance of legendary country duo The Judds. Naomi Judd will join daughter Wynonna onstage to thrill audiences with some of their classic hits.
In addition to the headliners, Nashville’s own hit country comedy duo Doyle and Debbie will emcee the event.
As a special once-in-a-lifetime experience, Wynonna and Kenny Rogers have teamed with CMTAuctions.com to help raise additional funds for Oasis Center by offering the UlitimateFAN VIP Experience. The winning bidder will receive:
* An exclusive Backstage Meet & Greet and photo opportunity with Wynonna Judd and Kenny Rogers. This meet and greet is available only to the UltimateFAN VIP guests participating in this auction* Front Row Seating for two (2) to this private, once-in-a-lifetime performance* One night's lodging for two (2) at the luxurious Mobile 5-Star Hermitage Hotel in downtown Nashville* A catered, sit-down dinner for two (2) at the event* Cocktail reception and open bar during the performance* Two (2) souvenir laminates commemorating this historic evening* Roundtrip ground transportation between the concert venue and the Hermitage Hotel on the night of the show.
Bid at http://www.cmtauctions.com/cgi-bin/auction.cgi?action=ProductList&Mode=Browse&CategoryID=1000000000334802
Oasis Center has dedicated Divas Nashvegas 2009 to six of Nashville’s greatest “Do Right Divas” who have made this community a better place for children and youth: Genma Holmes, Ellen Martin, Jana Davis, Tammy Genovese, Sally Shepherd, and Renata Soto.
Divas Nashvegas was named as one of the hottest parties of the year in 2007 and 2008 by NFocus Magazine, and this year promises to deliver another exciting sold-out dinner and concert event. One hundred percent of the proceeds will benefit Oasis Center. Over the past four years, the event has raised in excess of $800,000 for Oasis Center’s programs.
Ticket prices start at $250. Full tables and premier concert seating are also available. To purchase tickets, please contact Marsha Crane at 615-983-6863 or mcrane@oasiscenter.org.
Now in its 40th year of operation, Oasis Center provides nationally recognized services designed to help youth overcome barriers that could prevent them from transitioning into a healthy adulthood. These services include two residences for homeless teens, education support, street outreach, individual and family counseling, and youth volunteer and leadership opportunities. For more information, visit www.oasiscenter.org or call 615-327-4455.
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Fayette: Music Alive Presents "I've Got the Music In Me" May 9th
"I've Got the Music in Me", a cabaret of choral favorites, will be presented by Music Alive on Saturday, May 9, 7 p.m.. The show, featuring the entire chorus and various specialty numbers, promises to be an exciting and entertaining evening for all. Complimentary refreshments will be served.
The performance will be presented in the multi-purpose room theater at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 101 Walt Banks Road, Peachtree City.
Tickets are $10 and may be purchased at Steel Magnolia's in Senoia or by calling 770-632-7603. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Holy Trinity Teen Catholic Heart Work Camp.
Designated Peachtree City's "official ambassadors of song, Music Alive has continuously performed for various private, civic, corporate and charitable events in Fayette County, Atlanta and surrounding areas since 1976. The Chorus is under the direction of Ms. Linda Hooper.
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The performance will be presented in the multi-purpose room theater at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 101 Walt Banks Road, Peachtree City.
Tickets are $10 and may be purchased at Steel Magnolia's in Senoia or by calling 770-632-7603. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Holy Trinity Teen Catholic Heart Work Camp.
Designated Peachtree City's "official ambassadors of song, Music Alive has continuously performed for various private, civic, corporate and charitable events in Fayette County, Atlanta and surrounding areas since 1976. The Chorus is under the direction of Ms. Linda Hooper.
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This Weekend at Spivey Hall – Atlanta Chamber Players and Spring Bach Festival
The Atlanta Chamber Players and the continuation of the Spring Bach Festival will be making music at Clayton State University’s world-famous Spivey Hall this weekend.
On Saturday, Apr. 25, the Atlanta Chamber Players, Paula Peace, artistic director, will be celebrating their 33rd season with an 8:15 p.m. performance, "Tour De Force," in the Hall. The Atlanta Chamber Players (ACP) has earned a well-deserved national reputation as a pioneer among chamber groups and is widely respected among arts organizations in the Southeast.
Over the past three decades, the ACP has performed critically acclaimed concerts in more than 200 cities throughout the United States and Europe, and to millions worldwide through live international radio broadcasts, with rave reviews.
Tickets to this performance are $25 (50 percent off for Clayton State faculty and staff); Clayton State students pay just $10. For tickets and more information, call the Spivey Hall Box Office at (678) 466-4200. Full-price tickets only are available online at www.spiveyhall.org (a per-ticket service fee applies).
The Spivey Hall 2009 Spring Bach Festival will continue on Sunday, Apr. 26, at 3 p.m. with the Spivey Hall debut of flutist Emmanuel Pahud, harpsichordist Trevor Pinnock, and cellist Jonathan Manson, performing four of Bach's Sonatas for Flute and Continuo. Rounding out the program, each musician will also perform a solo work: Telemann's Fantaisie in D major for flute, Purcell's Suite in A minor for harpsichord, and a cello suite by Bach. Also included will be a Pre-Concert Talk at 2 p.m.
Tickets to this performance are $45 (50 percent off for Clayton State faculty and staff); Clayton State students pay just $10. For tickets and more information, call the Spivey Hall Box Office at (678) 466-4200. Full-price tickets only are available online at www.spiveyhall.org (a per-ticket service fee applies).
A unit of the University System of Georgia, Clayton State University is an outstanding comprehensive metropolitan university located 15 miles southeast of downtown Atlanta.
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On Saturday, Apr. 25, the Atlanta Chamber Players, Paula Peace, artistic director, will be celebrating their 33rd season with an 8:15 p.m. performance, "Tour De Force," in the Hall. The Atlanta Chamber Players (ACP) has earned a well-deserved national reputation as a pioneer among chamber groups and is widely respected among arts organizations in the Southeast.
Over the past three decades, the ACP has performed critically acclaimed concerts in more than 200 cities throughout the United States and Europe, and to millions worldwide through live international radio broadcasts, with rave reviews.
Tickets to this performance are $25 (50 percent off for Clayton State faculty and staff); Clayton State students pay just $10. For tickets and more information, call the Spivey Hall Box Office at (678) 466-4200. Full-price tickets only are available online at www.spiveyhall.org (a per-ticket service fee applies).
The Spivey Hall 2009 Spring Bach Festival will continue on Sunday, Apr. 26, at 3 p.m. with the Spivey Hall debut of flutist Emmanuel Pahud, harpsichordist Trevor Pinnock, and cellist Jonathan Manson, performing four of Bach's Sonatas for Flute and Continuo. Rounding out the program, each musician will also perform a solo work: Telemann's Fantaisie in D major for flute, Purcell's Suite in A minor for harpsichord, and a cello suite by Bach. Also included will be a Pre-Concert Talk at 2 p.m.
Tickets to this performance are $45 (50 percent off for Clayton State faculty and staff); Clayton State students pay just $10. For tickets and more information, call the Spivey Hall Box Office at (678) 466-4200. Full-price tickets only are available online at www.spiveyhall.org (a per-ticket service fee applies).
A unit of the University System of Georgia, Clayton State University is an outstanding comprehensive metropolitan university located 15 miles southeast of downtown Atlanta.
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Monday, April 20, 2009
Bluegrass Around Georgia
Thursday, Apr 23 – The highly energetic Packway Handle Band will be performing at the Redlight Cafe, 553 Amsterdam Ave, Atlanta, GA 30306, Jams start at 7pm, Show starts at 9pm. For more info, go to www.RedlightCafe.com or www.packwayhandle.com.
Saturday, Apr 25 – 7 to 10pm – The Fayetteville Bluegrass Blast will host the East Dixie Boys, Barbwire and Dehlia Low at the F. A. Sams Auditorium, 205 LaFayette Ave, Fayetteville, GA 30214. For more info, visit www.JackGrass.com .
Saturday, Apr 25 – Blue Jam, the Dixie Renegades, Free Spirit and Ralph Lynch & Friends will appear at the Hollonville Opry in Hollonville, GA, A full evening of good bluegrass & country music. Donations accepted. First show starts at 6:30pm www.HollonvilleOpry.com or 770-228-4832.
Saturday, Apr 25 – The Honey Creek Boys, Borderline Blue, Due South and others will be featured on the Annual BBQ/Show at the Williamson Music Barn, 2233 Hwy 362 West, Williamson, GA 30292. Donations accepted. For more info, please contact Dan Kilgore, 706-975-9045.
2 May 2009 at 7:30pm the Mountain Music & Medicine Show will feature: Joyce Brookshire, Fool's Gold of Dahlonega, The Spontaneous Cracker Eruption, & Arlo Finch at the Holly Theater in Dahlonega for a live show on GPB radio Go to www.hollytheater.com or call 706-864-3759. Tickets are $15.
May 6th – 10am to Noon - Any and all artists are invited to a “Creative Economies Convocation” at ARTStation on Manor Drive in the Village of Stone Mountain. Jack Sartain, founder of the DeKalb Council for the Arts, Inc. and facilitator of the project will describe how the Arts Incubator works and the financial and other benefits and advantages to the artists who participate. Artists will help plan the incubator. RSVP to jbs5951@aol.com, or call 770-856-1377 so that all attendees might be comfortably accommodated.
Saturday, May 16 - Tom Gaston & The Wild Heard at the Newborn Opry. The Opry show starts at 6 PM with the house band. www.newbornopry.com
Starting March 10 through April, MMFS will offer a tune-learning class from 7 - 8:30 PM. These are for the advanced beginner to intermediate student who would like to build there repertoire for playing in traditional music sessions. All instruments and ages are welcome. The classes will be taught by Matt Evans and Christie Burns. Cost is $10.00 per person per class. No weekly commitment required. Call 423-827-8906 for info. No RSVP required. Steve Daugherty 423-875-5250
Every Tuesday– Bluegrass Jam, 6 – 10pm (on the Antibelum trail between Athens and Macon) in Eatonton Georgia. Keith Rowell, Red Wing Old Time Music Show. For more info: http://redwingmusic.blogspot.com/ or E-mail Rowell@mindspring.com or call 706-923-0031
Every Thursday – 6pm to Dusk - Pickin' In The Park in McCaysville, Georgia (1.5 hours north of Atlanta, 10 miles from Blue Ridge). At Horseshoe Bend Park alongside the beautiful Toccoa River. For more info: www.PickinthePark.com - or - 423-496-4653 - or emai: lisa@pickinthepark.com
Thursday nights - 6:30pm until ?? - Cherry Log Pickin' Whitepath Fire Station #11 (behind Blue Ridge Auto Auction of SR 515. Cross RR tracks, newstation on left. Location @ 3 miles N. of Ellijay on left, look for the AmericanFlag). Bring chairs and friends for family fun. Admission:FREEContact: Al or Dana Henderson 706-635-3786.
Last Saturday of each month – Apr through Sept - Eddie Rawlins has organized Pickin in the Grayson City Park. Pickin' starts at 6:30 PM and all pickers and listeners are invited. Shows are free. Bring your own chair.
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Saturday, Apr 25 – 7 to 10pm – The Fayetteville Bluegrass Blast will host the East Dixie Boys, Barbwire and Dehlia Low at the F. A. Sams Auditorium, 205 LaFayette Ave, Fayetteville, GA 30214. For more info, visit www.JackGrass.com .
Saturday, Apr 25 – Blue Jam, the Dixie Renegades, Free Spirit and Ralph Lynch & Friends will appear at the Hollonville Opry in Hollonville, GA, A full evening of good bluegrass & country music. Donations accepted. First show starts at 6:30pm www.HollonvilleOpry.com or 770-228-4832.
Saturday, Apr 25 – The Honey Creek Boys, Borderline Blue, Due South and others will be featured on the Annual BBQ/Show at the Williamson Music Barn, 2233 Hwy 362 West, Williamson, GA 30292. Donations accepted. For more info, please contact Dan Kilgore, 706-975-9045.
2 May 2009 at 7:30pm the Mountain Music & Medicine Show will feature: Joyce Brookshire, Fool's Gold of Dahlonega, The Spontaneous Cracker Eruption, & Arlo Finch at the Holly Theater in Dahlonega for a live show on GPB radio Go to www.hollytheater.com or call 706-864-3759. Tickets are $15.
May 6th – 10am to Noon - Any and all artists are invited to a “Creative Economies Convocation” at ARTStation on Manor Drive in the Village of Stone Mountain. Jack Sartain, founder of the DeKalb Council for the Arts, Inc. and facilitator of the project will describe how the Arts Incubator works and the financial and other benefits and advantages to the artists who participate. Artists will help plan the incubator. RSVP to jbs5951@aol.com, or call 770-856-1377 so that all attendees might be comfortably accommodated.
Saturday, May 16 - Tom Gaston & The Wild Heard at the Newborn Opry. The Opry show starts at 6 PM with the house band. www.newbornopry.com
Starting March 10 through April, MMFS will offer a tune-learning class from 7 - 8:30 PM. These are for the advanced beginner to intermediate student who would like to build there repertoire for playing in traditional music sessions. All instruments and ages are welcome. The classes will be taught by Matt Evans and Christie Burns. Cost is $10.00 per person per class. No weekly commitment required. Call 423-827-8906 for info. No RSVP required. Steve Daugherty 423-875-5250
Every Tuesday– Bluegrass Jam, 6 – 10pm (on the Antibelum trail between Athens and Macon) in Eatonton Georgia. Keith Rowell, Red Wing Old Time Music Show. For more info: http://redwingmusic.blogspot.com/ or E-mail Rowell@mindspring.com or call 706-923-0031
Every Thursday – 6pm to Dusk - Pickin' In The Park in McCaysville, Georgia (1.5 hours north of Atlanta, 10 miles from Blue Ridge). At Horseshoe Bend Park alongside the beautiful Toccoa River. For more info: www.PickinthePark.com - or - 423-496-4653 - or emai: lisa@pickinthepark.com
Thursday nights - 6:30pm until ?? - Cherry Log Pickin' Whitepath Fire Station #11 (behind Blue Ridge Auto Auction of SR 515. Cross RR tracks, newstation on left. Location @ 3 miles N. of Ellijay on left, look for the AmericanFlag). Bring chairs and friends for family fun. Admission:FREEContact: Al or Dana Henderson 706-635-3786.
Last Saturday of each month – Apr through Sept - Eddie Rawlins has organized Pickin in the Grayson City Park. Pickin' starts at 6:30 PM and all pickers and listeners are invited. Shows are free. Bring your own chair.
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Thursday, April 16, 2009
Bluegrass Around Georgia
Thursday, Apr 16 – Singer Songwriter Donna Ulisse and her band The Poor Mountain Boys will be performing at the Redlight Cafe, 553 Amsterdam Ave, Atlanta, GA 30306, Jams start at 7pm, Show starts at 9pm. For more info, go to www.RedlightCafe.com or www.myspace.com/donnastanleyulisse.
Friday, Apr 17 – Counterpoint is scheduled to perform at Sawnee Mountain Music Store, 1540 Dahlonega Hwy, Cumming, GA 30040. Show time: 8pm - 10:30pm, jams from 6 - 8pm. For more info; http://www.sawneemountainmusic.net/.
Saturday, Apr 18 – Country Dreamers, Christianaires, Due South and Kirkland & Friends will appear at the Hollonville Opry in Hollonville, GA, A full evening of good bluegrass & country music. Donations accepted. First show starts at 6:30pm www.HollonvilleOpry.com or 770-228-4832.
Saturday Apr 18 - Williamson Music Barn, 2233 Hwy 362 West, Williamson, GA 30292. First show starts at 6:00pm. Donations accepted. For more info, please contact Dan Kilgore, 706-975-9045.
April 18, 2009 - 12 to 10pm - Raccoon Creek Bluegrass "Relay for Life" Benefit, Featuring 10 bands including Lizzy Long & Friends and Fontanna Sunset - Raccoon Creek Music Park, 332 Music Park Path, Dallas, GA, 30132. Admission: $5 Donation. For additional information and complete schedule please visit us at www.raccooncreekmusic.com, or email ibyforme@hotmail.com, telephone 770-943-2721
April 17th-19th - Bear on the Square Mountain Festival - 3 days Old-time and Bluegrass music. For more information, please go to http//:www.bearonthesquare.org.
April 25th - 7 to 10pm - Fayetteville Bluegrass Blast - Featuring Barbwire, Dehlia Low and the East Dixie Boys - F. A Sams Auditorium, 205 LaFayette Ave, Fayetteville, GA 30214. Admission $8. For more info, www.JackGrass.com or email JackMasters@mindspring.com.
Starting March 10 through April, MMFS will offer a tune-learning class from 7 - 8:30 PM. These are for the advanced beginner to intermediate student who would like to build there repertoire for playing in traditional music sessions. All instruments and ages are welcome. The classes will be taught by Matt Evans and Christie Burns. Cost is $10.00 per person per class. No weekly commitment required. Call 423-827-8906 for info. No RSVP required. Steve Daugherty 423-875-5250
Every Tuesday– Bluegrass Jam, 6 – 10pm (on the Antibelum trail between Athens and Macon) in Eatonton Georgia. Keith Rowell, Red Wing Old Time Music Show. For more info E-mail Rowell@mindspring.com or call 706-923-0031
Every Thursday – 6pm to Dusk - Pickin' In The Park in McCaysville, Georgia (1.5 hours north of Atlanta, 10 miles from Blue Ridge). At Horseshoe Bend Park alongside the beautiful Toccoa River. For more info: www.PickinthePark.com - or - 423-496-4653 - or emai: lisa@pickinthepark.com
Thursday nights - 6:30pm until ?? - Cherry Log Pickin' Whitepath Fire Station #11 (behind Blue Ridge Auto Auction of SR 515. Cross RR tracks, newstation on left. Location @ 3 miles N. of Ellijay on left, look for the AmericanFlag). Bring chairs and friends for family fun. Admission:FREEContact: Al or Dana Henderson 706-635-3786.
Last Saturday of each month – Apr through Sept - Eddie Rawlins has organized Pickin in the Grayson City Park. Pickin' starts at 6:30 PM and all pickers and listeners are invited. Shows are free. Bring your own chair.
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Friday, Apr 17 – Counterpoint is scheduled to perform at Sawnee Mountain Music Store, 1540 Dahlonega Hwy, Cumming, GA 30040. Show time: 8pm - 10:30pm, jams from 6 - 8pm. For more info; http://www.sawneemountainmusic.net/.
Saturday, Apr 18 – Country Dreamers, Christianaires, Due South and Kirkland & Friends will appear at the Hollonville Opry in Hollonville, GA, A full evening of good bluegrass & country music. Donations accepted. First show starts at 6:30pm www.HollonvilleOpry.com or 770-228-4832.
Saturday Apr 18 - Williamson Music Barn, 2233 Hwy 362 West, Williamson, GA 30292. First show starts at 6:00pm. Donations accepted. For more info, please contact Dan Kilgore, 706-975-9045.
April 18, 2009 - 12 to 10pm - Raccoon Creek Bluegrass "Relay for Life" Benefit, Featuring 10 bands including Lizzy Long & Friends and Fontanna Sunset - Raccoon Creek Music Park, 332 Music Park Path, Dallas, GA, 30132. Admission: $5 Donation. For additional information and complete schedule please visit us at www.raccooncreekmusic.com, or email ibyforme@hotmail.com, telephone 770-943-2721
April 17th-19th - Bear on the Square Mountain Festival - 3 days Old-time and Bluegrass music. For more information, please go to http//:www.bearonthesquare.org.
April 25th - 7 to 10pm - Fayetteville Bluegrass Blast - Featuring Barbwire, Dehlia Low and the East Dixie Boys - F. A Sams Auditorium, 205 LaFayette Ave, Fayetteville, GA 30214. Admission $8. For more info, www.JackGrass.com or email JackMasters@mindspring.com.
Starting March 10 through April, MMFS will offer a tune-learning class from 7 - 8:30 PM. These are for the advanced beginner to intermediate student who would like to build there repertoire for playing in traditional music sessions. All instruments and ages are welcome. The classes will be taught by Matt Evans and Christie Burns. Cost is $10.00 per person per class. No weekly commitment required. Call 423-827-8906 for info. No RSVP required. Steve Daugherty 423-875-5250
Every Tuesday– Bluegrass Jam, 6 – 10pm (on the Antibelum trail between Athens and Macon) in Eatonton Georgia. Keith Rowell, Red Wing Old Time Music Show. For more info E-mail Rowell@mindspring.com or call 706-923-0031
Every Thursday – 6pm to Dusk - Pickin' In The Park in McCaysville, Georgia (1.5 hours north of Atlanta, 10 miles from Blue Ridge). At Horseshoe Bend Park alongside the beautiful Toccoa River. For more info: www.PickinthePark.com - or - 423-496-4653 - or emai: lisa@pickinthepark.com
Thursday nights - 6:30pm until ?? - Cherry Log Pickin' Whitepath Fire Station #11 (behind Blue Ridge Auto Auction of SR 515. Cross RR tracks, newstation on left. Location @ 3 miles N. of Ellijay on left, look for the AmericanFlag). Bring chairs and friends for family fun. Admission:FREEContact: Al or Dana Henderson 706-635-3786.
Last Saturday of each month – Apr through Sept - Eddie Rawlins has organized Pickin in the Grayson City Park. Pickin' starts at 6:30 PM and all pickers and listeners are invited. Shows are free. Bring your own chair.
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Monday, April 13, 2009
Clayton State University Jazz Combo Presents “Spirit of Rhythm” in Spivey Hall, Apr. 22
The Clayton State University Department of Music presents the Clayton State University Jazz Combo in “The Spirit of Rhythm: Latin, Swing, Urban & Beyond” on Wednesday, Apr. 22 at 7:30 p.m. in Spivey Hall. Admission is free and open to the public.
“This semester’s concert celebrates rhythms from a variety of sources outside of the swing tradition, including Latin, samba, New Orleans street parade, and urban hip-hop settings,” says Clayton State University Jazz Combo Director Stacey Houghton. “This concert (as well as all our concerts) features the art of improvisation performed by our music students.”
Highlights of “Spirit of Rhythm” include several compositions by jazz master Horace Silver, original compositions and arrangements by Houghton and Clayton State student Wilgens Pierre, a special guest vocalist appearance by Clayton State Director of Vocal and Operatic Studies Dr. Kurt-Alexander Zeller, and a special audience participation number.
And speaking of audience participation, a colorful concert participation prop will be given to the first 60 people in attendance.
Lending their music talent to the Clayton State University Jazz Combo are the following musicians: Houghton (Rex) on soprano saxophone; Michael Wheeler (Forest Park) and Wilgens Pierre (Mableton) on trumpets; Carl Dixon (Morrow) on tenor saxophone; Shaun Brooks (Peachtree City) on trombone; Pablo Melgar (Lawrenceville) on piano & keyboard; Chris Odom (Lovejoy) on guitars; Chris Whitley (Forest Park) on bass; and Jack Adams (Lovejoy) and Courtney Tatum (Lovejoy) on drums & percussion.
Audiences interested in jazz music as performed by the Clayton State University Jazz Combo may also enjoy the upcoming Clayton Community Big Band performance of “Ties That Bind: A Cavalcade of Musical Friends” on Monday, May 4, at 7:30 p.m. in Spivey Hall. This concert is free and open to the public and features an appearance by the Clayton State University Jazz Combo.
For additional information on the Apr. 22 Clayton State University Jazz Combo performance, or to learn more about the May 4 Clayton Community Big Band concert, please contact Houghton at houghtones@aol.com.
A unit of the University System of Georgia, Clayton State University is an outstanding comprehensive metropolitan university located 15 miles southeast of downtown Atlanta.
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“This semester’s concert celebrates rhythms from a variety of sources outside of the swing tradition, including Latin, samba, New Orleans street parade, and urban hip-hop settings,” says Clayton State University Jazz Combo Director Stacey Houghton. “This concert (as well as all our concerts) features the art of improvisation performed by our music students.”
Highlights of “Spirit of Rhythm” include several compositions by jazz master Horace Silver, original compositions and arrangements by Houghton and Clayton State student Wilgens Pierre, a special guest vocalist appearance by Clayton State Director of Vocal and Operatic Studies Dr. Kurt-Alexander Zeller, and a special audience participation number.
And speaking of audience participation, a colorful concert participation prop will be given to the first 60 people in attendance.
Lending their music talent to the Clayton State University Jazz Combo are the following musicians: Houghton (Rex) on soprano saxophone; Michael Wheeler (Forest Park) and Wilgens Pierre (Mableton) on trumpets; Carl Dixon (Morrow) on tenor saxophone; Shaun Brooks (Peachtree City) on trombone; Pablo Melgar (Lawrenceville) on piano & keyboard; Chris Odom (Lovejoy) on guitars; Chris Whitley (Forest Park) on bass; and Jack Adams (Lovejoy) and Courtney Tatum (Lovejoy) on drums & percussion.
Audiences interested in jazz music as performed by the Clayton State University Jazz Combo may also enjoy the upcoming Clayton Community Big Band performance of “Ties That Bind: A Cavalcade of Musical Friends” on Monday, May 4, at 7:30 p.m. in Spivey Hall. This concert is free and open to the public and features an appearance by the Clayton State University Jazz Combo.
For additional information on the Apr. 22 Clayton State University Jazz Combo performance, or to learn more about the May 4 Clayton Community Big Band concert, please contact Houghton at houghtones@aol.com.
A unit of the University System of Georgia, Clayton State University is an outstanding comprehensive metropolitan university located 15 miles southeast of downtown Atlanta.
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Wednesday, April 08, 2009
Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra to Perform "Bach to the Future"
Sunday, April 19
1:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.
ASO Staff Conductor Jere Flint To Lead The ASYO And Guest Artists From Platypus Theatre
The ASYO and guest artists from Platypus Theatre will perform “Bach to the Future” on Sunday, April 19, 2009, at 1:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. in Atlanta Symphony Hall.
ASO Family Concerts are an essential first step in introducing children to the lifelong pleasures of music. With the Youth Orchestra’s performance of “Bach to the Future,” families will go on a musical adventure to help Corky find a musical happy ending for her time traveling experiment gone awry.
The next Family Concert will be“How the Gimquat Found Her Song,”May 10, 2009 at Atlanta Symphony Hall.
About the Artists
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Staff Conductor Jere Flint leads a triple life in music. He leads the Atlanta Symphony during the Orchestra’s popular Family Concerts series and Symphony Street concerts for youngsters; and he also regularly conducts on the Classic Chastain pops series at Chastain Park. As Music Director of the Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra (holder of the Zeist
Foundation Chair) he directs weekly ASYO rehearsals and three major concerts a year, as well as other special concerts throughout the season. And when not on the podium, he is a member of the ASO’s cello section, where he has performed for more than three decades.
While earning his bachelor of music degree at Wittenberg University in Ohio, Mr. Flint was assistant director of the noted choir there. He also arranged and conducted two Christmas recordings by the choir for Columbia Records. He received his Master of Arts degree in music in 1967 from the University of Washington in Seattle, while also serving as manager of the university's opera company and music director for the school of drama. He continued his conducting studies under Otto-Werner Mueller. Mr. Flint has also conducted at the Brevard Music Center, the Sewanee Summer Music Center, Atlanta-Emory Orchestra and the Southeastern Music Center in Columbus, Georgia.
The Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra is an integral member of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra family and a vigorous part of the cultural fabric of its community. The ASYO strives for national preeminence among youth orchestras, while cultivating the artistic growth and excellence of our members through enriching orchestral experiences and the mentoring of ASO musicians.
Established in 1974, The Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra has a history like no other. Born from a symphony orchestra that began as a youth orchestra itself, student education and training has always been paramount. Each year, over three hundred student musicians ages 13-18 audition for the orchestra. Just over one hundred students are selected and dedicate their time to weekly ensemble and sectional rehearsals.
The Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra has gained national recognition as one of the best youth orchestra’s in the country. The only American youth orchestra ever to participate in an Olympic Games, the ASYO was a featured ensemble in the 1996 closing ceremonies. ASYO has also been featured on National Public Radio, WABE, and with the rock group, Collective Soul.
The ensemble rehearses and performs in Symphony Hall of the Woodruff Arts Center under the baton of Maestro Jere Flint, conductor since 1979.
Since 1989 Canada’s Platypus Theatre has been a trailblazer in creating programs for children that bring classical music to life in an intelligent, entertaining and interactive way. Critics, educators, musicians, parents and children have lauded the company’s performances for their creativity, originality and high standards of execution. Platypus’ seven original programs have been seen by over half a million spectators in Canada, the United States and on six tours to Southeast Asia. After nearly 400 concerts with more than 50 orchestras worldwide Platypus Theatre has gained an unparalleled reputation for excellence in music education.
In 2006, in collaboration with TV Ontario, Trace Pictures and the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, Platypus Theatre created a television adaptation of their ever-popular, “How the Gimquat Found Her Song.” The film was broadcast five times on TVO and won an Award of Excellence at the 2008 Accolade Television Awards and Best Children’s Program at the prestigious Banff World Television Festival. Platypus Theatre was also the subject of a nationally broadcast documentary made by CTV in 1991 and of a PBS television full-performance broadcast on UNC-TV in North Carolina in 2000. In Addition to “Gimquat” the company’s programs include: “Emily Saves the Orchestra”, “Rhythm in Your Rubbish”, “Bach to the Future”, “Song of the Forest”, “Charlotte and the Music-Maker” and “A Flicker of Light on a Christmas Night.”
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1:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.
ASO Staff Conductor Jere Flint To Lead The ASYO And Guest Artists From Platypus Theatre
The ASYO and guest artists from Platypus Theatre will perform “Bach to the Future” on Sunday, April 19, 2009, at 1:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. in Atlanta Symphony Hall.
ASO Family Concerts are an essential first step in introducing children to the lifelong pleasures of music. With the Youth Orchestra’s performance of “Bach to the Future,” families will go on a musical adventure to help Corky find a musical happy ending for her time traveling experiment gone awry.
The next Family Concert will be“How the Gimquat Found Her Song,”May 10, 2009 at Atlanta Symphony Hall.
About the Artists
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Staff Conductor Jere Flint leads a triple life in music. He leads the Atlanta Symphony during the Orchestra’s popular Family Concerts series and Symphony Street concerts for youngsters; and he also regularly conducts on the Classic Chastain pops series at Chastain Park. As Music Director of the Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra (holder of the Zeist
Foundation Chair) he directs weekly ASYO rehearsals and three major concerts a year, as well as other special concerts throughout the season. And when not on the podium, he is a member of the ASO’s cello section, where he has performed for more than three decades.
While earning his bachelor of music degree at Wittenberg University in Ohio, Mr. Flint was assistant director of the noted choir there. He also arranged and conducted two Christmas recordings by the choir for Columbia Records. He received his Master of Arts degree in music in 1967 from the University of Washington in Seattle, while also serving as manager of the university's opera company and music director for the school of drama. He continued his conducting studies under Otto-Werner Mueller. Mr. Flint has also conducted at the Brevard Music Center, the Sewanee Summer Music Center, Atlanta-Emory Orchestra and the Southeastern Music Center in Columbus, Georgia.
The Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra is an integral member of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra family and a vigorous part of the cultural fabric of its community. The ASYO strives for national preeminence among youth orchestras, while cultivating the artistic growth and excellence of our members through enriching orchestral experiences and the mentoring of ASO musicians.
Established in 1974, The Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra has a history like no other. Born from a symphony orchestra that began as a youth orchestra itself, student education and training has always been paramount. Each year, over three hundred student musicians ages 13-18 audition for the orchestra. Just over one hundred students are selected and dedicate their time to weekly ensemble and sectional rehearsals.
The Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra has gained national recognition as one of the best youth orchestra’s in the country. The only American youth orchestra ever to participate in an Olympic Games, the ASYO was a featured ensemble in the 1996 closing ceremonies. ASYO has also been featured on National Public Radio, WABE, and with the rock group, Collective Soul.
The ensemble rehearses and performs in Symphony Hall of the Woodruff Arts Center under the baton of Maestro Jere Flint, conductor since 1979.
Since 1989 Canada’s Platypus Theatre has been a trailblazer in creating programs for children that bring classical music to life in an intelligent, entertaining and interactive way. Critics, educators, musicians, parents and children have lauded the company’s performances for their creativity, originality and high standards of execution. Platypus’ seven original programs have been seen by over half a million spectators in Canada, the United States and on six tours to Southeast Asia. After nearly 400 concerts with more than 50 orchestras worldwide Platypus Theatre has gained an unparalleled reputation for excellence in music education.
In 2006, in collaboration with TV Ontario, Trace Pictures and the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, Platypus Theatre created a television adaptation of their ever-popular, “How the Gimquat Found Her Song.” The film was broadcast five times on TVO and won an Award of Excellence at the 2008 Accolade Television Awards and Best Children’s Program at the prestigious Banff World Television Festival. Platypus Theatre was also the subject of a nationally broadcast documentary made by CTV in 1991 and of a PBS television full-performance broadcast on UNC-TV in North Carolina in 2000. In Addition to “Gimquat” the company’s programs include: “Emily Saves the Orchestra”, “Rhythm in Your Rubbish”, “Bach to the Future”, “Song of the Forest”, “Charlotte and the Music-Maker” and “A Flicker of Light on a Christmas Night.”
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Bluegrass Around Georgia
Thursday, Apr 9 – A group of accomplished musicians, Redline Express, whose range of interest span from the founders of bluegrass to the newest innovators in acoustic music will cure your hunger for the best in live music available at the Redlight Cafe, 553 Amsterdam Ave, Atlanta, GA 30306, Jams start at 7pm, Show starts at 9pm. For more info, go to www.RedlightCafe.com or http://myspace.com/redlineexpress .
Saturday, Apr 11 – Slim Pickins, Blue Jam, Micah & Abby Dunn, and the East Dixie Boys will appear at the Hollonville Opry in Hollonville, GA, A full evening of good bluegrass & country music. Donations accepted. First show starts at 6:30pm www.HollonvilleOpry.com or 770-228-4832.
Saturday Apr 11 Jim & Friends, Anna’s Cornbread and Herbert Leach will appear at the Williamson Music Barn, 2233 Hwy 362 West, Williamson, GA 30292. First show starts at 6:00pm. Donations accepted. For more info, please contact Dan Kilgore, 706-975-9045.
Saturday, Apr 11 - Cedar Hill, Atlanta's most entertaining bluegrass band, will perform at the Ragamuffin in Roswell. Show starts at 8pm. Admission is $10. For more information: Ragamuffin, 585 Atlanta Street, Roswell, GA 30075-4443 (770) 656-5137, http://www.ragamuffinmusic.com/Home_Page.html
Starting March 10 through April, MMFS will offer a tune-learning class from 7 - 8:30 PM. These are for the advanced beginner to intermediate student who would like to build there repertoire for playing in traditional music sessions. All instruments and ages are welcome. The classes will be taught by Matt Evans and Christie Burns. Cost is $10.00 per person per class. No weekly commitment required. Call 423-827-8906 for info. No RSVP required. Steve Daugherty 423-875-5250
Every Tuesday– Bluegrass Jam, 6 – 10pm (on the Antibelum trail between Athens and Macon) in Eatonton Georgia. Keith Rowell, Red Wing Old Time Music Show. For more info E-mail Rowell@mindspring.com or call 706-923-0031
Every Thursday – 6pm to Dusk - Pickin' In The Park in McCaysville, Georgia (1.5 hours north of Atlanta, 10 miles from Blue Ridge). At Horseshoe Bend Park alongside the beautiful Toccoa River. For more info: www.PickinthePark.com - or - 423-496-4653 - or emai: lisa@pickinthepark.com
Thursday nights - 6:30pm until ?? - Cherry Log Pickin' Whitepath Fire Station #11 (behind Blue Ridge Auto Auction of SR 515. Cross RR tracks, newstation on left. Location @ 3 miles N. of Ellijay on left, look for the AmericanFlag). Bring chairs and friends for family fun. Admission:FREEContact: Al or Dana Henderson 706-635-3786.
Last Saturday of each month – Apr through Sept - Eddie Rawlins has organized Pickin in the Grayson City Park. Pickin' starts at 6:30 PM and all pickers and listeners are invited. Shows are free. Bring your own chair.
Bands Needed by the MARS HILL PORCH PICKERS to volunteer to play for a Fund Raiser for Kenya Orphans, Show date May 16, Show time Noon to 6pm. Show location downtown Acworth Lake. Performance sets vary from 30 min. to 1 hour. For more info. Please contact Dickson Lester 770-514-8344 or 678-836-4391 or email pdl721@bellsouth.net .
Instrument for sale: Blueridge Model 160 Guitar, very good condition. For more information, please contact Micah Dunn at formika0221@yahoo.com or call 717-580-5544.
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Saturday, Apr 11 – Slim Pickins, Blue Jam, Micah & Abby Dunn, and the East Dixie Boys will appear at the Hollonville Opry in Hollonville, GA, A full evening of good bluegrass & country music. Donations accepted. First show starts at 6:30pm www.HollonvilleOpry.com or 770-228-4832.
Saturday Apr 11 Jim & Friends, Anna’s Cornbread and Herbert Leach will appear at the Williamson Music Barn, 2233 Hwy 362 West, Williamson, GA 30292. First show starts at 6:00pm. Donations accepted. For more info, please contact Dan Kilgore, 706-975-9045.
Saturday, Apr 11 - Cedar Hill, Atlanta's most entertaining bluegrass band, will perform at the Ragamuffin in Roswell. Show starts at 8pm. Admission is $10. For more information: Ragamuffin, 585 Atlanta Street, Roswell, GA 30075-4443 (770) 656-5137, http://www.ragamuffinmusic.com/Home_Page.html
Starting March 10 through April, MMFS will offer a tune-learning class from 7 - 8:30 PM. These are for the advanced beginner to intermediate student who would like to build there repertoire for playing in traditional music sessions. All instruments and ages are welcome. The classes will be taught by Matt Evans and Christie Burns. Cost is $10.00 per person per class. No weekly commitment required. Call 423-827-8906 for info. No RSVP required. Steve Daugherty 423-875-5250
Every Tuesday– Bluegrass Jam, 6 – 10pm (on the Antibelum trail between Athens and Macon) in Eatonton Georgia. Keith Rowell, Red Wing Old Time Music Show. For more info E-mail Rowell@mindspring.com or call 706-923-0031
Every Thursday – 6pm to Dusk - Pickin' In The Park in McCaysville, Georgia (1.5 hours north of Atlanta, 10 miles from Blue Ridge). At Horseshoe Bend Park alongside the beautiful Toccoa River. For more info: www.PickinthePark.com - or - 423-496-4653 - or emai: lisa@pickinthepark.com
Thursday nights - 6:30pm until ?? - Cherry Log Pickin' Whitepath Fire Station #11 (behind Blue Ridge Auto Auction of SR 515. Cross RR tracks, newstation on left. Location @ 3 miles N. of Ellijay on left, look for the AmericanFlag). Bring chairs and friends for family fun. Admission:FREEContact: Al or Dana Henderson 706-635-3786.
Last Saturday of each month – Apr through Sept - Eddie Rawlins has organized Pickin in the Grayson City Park. Pickin' starts at 6:30 PM and all pickers and listeners are invited. Shows are free. Bring your own chair.
Bands Needed by the MARS HILL PORCH PICKERS to volunteer to play for a Fund Raiser for Kenya Orphans, Show date May 16, Show time Noon to 6pm. Show location downtown Acworth Lake. Performance sets vary from 30 min. to 1 hour. For more info. Please contact Dickson Lester 770-514-8344 or 678-836-4391 or email pdl721@bellsouth.net .
Instrument for sale: Blueridge Model 160 Guitar, very good condition. For more information, please contact Micah Dunn at formika0221@yahoo.com or call 717-580-5544.
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Tuesday, April 07, 2009
Korey Bowie Album Release Party May 17
Doors Open May 17 at 5:30PM
Album Release Party
Life and Love, Vol. 1: Songs of the Heart
Special Appearances by: Claudius Craig and Mali Music
Special Performance by: Jevonne Nicole Wilson
Korey J. Bowie has been called to devote his musical gifts for the uplifting of the Kingdom of God. As a native of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Korey grew up playing drums, piano and bass guitar, while also singing and directing the choir at Holy Mount Carmel Missionary Baptist Church.
Korey Bowie is currently the Worship and Arts Pastor at Life Church Atlanta in Atlanta, Georgia. He devotes his time to enriching the development of high school students at Carver School of the Arts as the Music Technology and Audio Recording Instructor. His musical mission for songwriting is to create music that intrigues the ear to listen, lyrics that challenge the mind to think and evokes the true spirit that causes the heart to change!
The Loft @ CW Midtown Music Complex
1374 W. Peachtree Street
Atlanta, GA
Purchase Tickets @ TicketAlternative.com
$7.00 Admission and $5.00 at the door if wearing a vest
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Wednesday, April 01, 2009
Relax After Taxes with a Musical Celebration of George Gershwin and Kay Swift at the Fayette County Public Library
The Fayette County Public Library and the Friends of the Fayette County Public Library invite the public to attend a free musical and educational presentation on the lives and music of George Gershwin and Kay Swift on Wednesday, April 15 at 3:00 p.m. The timing is perfect for everyone to “relax after taxes” with music, tea, and desserts in the library meeting room. Program and refreshments are offered free of charge.
“Let’s Call the Whole Thing Off” is a multimedia exploration of the greatest romance of George Gershwin’s life, told through his scintillating music and that of his longtime love Kay Swift. Gershwin is a household name, but fewer people know the story of Swift, who was herself a trailblazing composer of sophisticated Broadway scores, Balanchine ballets, and popular concert works. Revealing anecdotes about their ten-year affair are shared from the piano by Aaron Gandy, artistic adviser to the Kay Swift Trust. Gandy’s keyboard artistry and informative narration will be accompanied by two talented Broadway vocalists. Featured songs include “Love Is Here To Stay,” “Embraceable You,” “Let’s Call The Whole Thing Off,” “The Man I Love,” “Fine And Dandy,” “S’Wonderful,” and other favorites. “Let’s Call The Whole Thing Off: George Gershwin’s Romance with Kay Swift” is presented by special arrangement with Sue B Music (www.suebmusic).
This musical program is the centerpiece of the Fayette County Public Library’s weeklong celebration of National Library Week, April 13-18. Other special events include: weeklong amnesty on overdue fines for materials returned Monday through Saturday in person during library open hours; a free performance for ages 10 and up by storyteller Ernestine Brown on Tuesday, April 14 at 10:00 a.m., and a Customer Appreciation Reception featuring free cake and punch on Thursday, April 16 at 1:00 p.m.
The Fayette County Public Library is located behind the Fayette County administrative complex in downtown Fayetteville, at the southwest corner of Highways #85 and #54. For additional information, please contact the library at 770-461-8841.
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“Let’s Call the Whole Thing Off” is a multimedia exploration of the greatest romance of George Gershwin’s life, told through his scintillating music and that of his longtime love Kay Swift. Gershwin is a household name, but fewer people know the story of Swift, who was herself a trailblazing composer of sophisticated Broadway scores, Balanchine ballets, and popular concert works. Revealing anecdotes about their ten-year affair are shared from the piano by Aaron Gandy, artistic adviser to the Kay Swift Trust. Gandy’s keyboard artistry and informative narration will be accompanied by two talented Broadway vocalists. Featured songs include “Love Is Here To Stay,” “Embraceable You,” “Let’s Call The Whole Thing Off,” “The Man I Love,” “Fine And Dandy,” “S’Wonderful,” and other favorites. “Let’s Call The Whole Thing Off: George Gershwin’s Romance with Kay Swift” is presented by special arrangement with Sue B Music (www.suebmusic).
This musical program is the centerpiece of the Fayette County Public Library’s weeklong celebration of National Library Week, April 13-18. Other special events include: weeklong amnesty on overdue fines for materials returned Monday through Saturday in person during library open hours; a free performance for ages 10 and up by storyteller Ernestine Brown on Tuesday, April 14 at 10:00 a.m., and a Customer Appreciation Reception featuring free cake and punch on Thursday, April 16 at 1:00 p.m.
The Fayette County Public Library is located behind the Fayette County administrative complex in downtown Fayetteville, at the southwest corner of Highways #85 and #54. For additional information, please contact the library at 770-461-8841.
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