JOHN DAVIDSON

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2010

3:00 PM

 

“…a storm of laughter and joy.”

-- Sun Herald, Englewood, FL

John Davidson, a certifiable television, theatre, film and Broadway star, presents an up close and personal vocal/banjo performance of his favorite songs and stories from his prominent career.

On Broadway, John starred in The Hallmark Hall Of Fame version of The Fantasticks and received The Theatre Guild Award for his portrayal of Curly in the Broadway revival of Oklahoma. John’s vast recording career includes thirteen albums and led John to headline at the major Las Vegas showrooms at Caesar’s Palace, the Las Vegas Hilton and the MGM Grand.

On TV, he has hosted That’s Incredible, The New Hollywood Squares, One Hundred Thousand Dollar Pyramid and The John Davidson Daytime Talk Show! John’s feature film career includes The Happiest Millionaire, Airport 80, Edward Scissorhands, and The Squeeze

Riders in the Sky

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2010

7:30 PM

"...harmony-laden music...”

--Billboard Magazine

 

By definition, empirical data and critical acclaim, Riders In the Sky stands "hats & shoulders" above the rest of the purveyors of Comedy & Western!  For thirty years, this classic cowboy quartet has been keepers of the flame passed on by the Sons of the Pioneers, Gene Autry and Roy Rogers. They are reviving and revitalizing western music and branding it with their own legendary wacky humor and way-out western wit!

With “Ranger Doug” on arch-top guitar and baritone vocals, “Too Slim” on bunkhouse bass, face and tenor vocals, “Woody Paul” on fiddle, tenor vocals and rope tricks and “Joey the Cowpolka King” on accordion and baritone vocals, Riders In The Sky has earned two Grammys and is the only exclusively Western artist to join the legendary Grand Ole Opry.

The ponies are rested and watered. America’s favorite cowboys are ready to saddle up and ride.

Greg Giannascoli

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2011

7:30 PM

“...great mastery on this instrument”

--The National of Mexico City

“...elegantly phrased and sensitively performed...”

--Percussive Notes

Performing celebrated works by Gershwin, Paganini, Liszt and his riotous rendition of Flight of the Bumblebee, marimbist and percussionist, Greg Giannascolli is nothing less than astonishing. His virtuosity combines with his showmanship to create a great artistry.

Greg was the winner of the Artist International New York Recital/Young Artist Competition and top prize winner of the Patrons of Wisdom International Young Artist Competition held in Toronto, Canada. He has performed as a soloist with orchestras and in recitals throughout North America, Europe and Asia and has delighted audiences on CBC, NPR radio and PBS TV.   

Mr. Giannascolli earned his DMA from Rutgers University, his MM from Virginia Commonwealth University and his BM from Rowan University.  He currently gets to share his performing experience as a faculty member at the esteemed Juilliard Pre-College and as the coordinator of the percussion department at New Jersey City University.

Pianafiddle

SUNDAY, MARCH 5, 2011

7:30 PM

“positively pyrotechnic!”

--Steve Siegel, The Allentown Morning Call

“...uncategorically good music...”

--Dr. Tim Mainland, Concord University, Athens, WV

Is it bluegrass? Is it jazz? Is it classical, old time, ragtime, or blues? If it’s Pianafiddle performing, the answer is YES!

Beginning only with a familiar tune, concert violinist and fiddler Adam DeGraff and jazz pianist Randy Morris improvise as they go, blending the traditional, the unwritten, and the spontaneous in compelling performances that range literally from Bach to Bluegrass.  The duo continues to mystify audiences as they blur stylistic lines, transcend musical genres and bring energy and a tasteful touch of humor to each performance.

Ultimately they agree that musical boundaries are meant to be crossed! Step across the line if you dare!

Legacy of Floyd Cramer

SUNDAY, MAY 1, 2011

3:30 PM

Jason Coleman has embraced (the) legacy”

--Hawkinsville-Pulaski County Arts Council, Inc.

Jason Coleman has been blessed with tremendous talent inherited from his grandfather, the legendary keyboardist Floyd Cramer.  He has matured into an uncanny reflection of his famous granddaddy and now his current concert tour, Legacy of Floyd Cramer, is bringing a heartfelt new life to Cramer’s beloved music.

Jason was thrilled to make his Grand Ole Opry debut at the tender age of seventeen and was given the honor of playing for the induction of his grandfather at the Country Music Hall of Fame’s Medallion Ceremony.

Jason’s concerts are filled with exciting songs and nostalgic stories as he shares special memories of his grandfather and the music he made famous.  His 2006 CD release, Legacy, includes many of Floyd’s self-penned hits, most notably Last Date