Calling Magicians, Balloon Artists, Musicians, Choir singers, Readers and Crafters --The Hampshire County Chamber of Commerce invites such indiividuals to come along on the North Pole Christmas Train Rides on the Potomac Eagle from Romney Dec. 18 & 19. For more info, call 304-822-7221.
Help a Deserving Child & Get a Free Concert Ticket
From: Strasburg Youth in Arts (syia@shentel.net)
Sent: Mon 12/14/09 10:18 AM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Strasburg, VA Contact: Strasburg Youth in Arts syia@shentel.net or 540.465.2302
Strasburg, VA -- Bring a new, unwrapped toy, valued at $20 or more to the Strasburg Youth in Arts office between now and Monday, December 21st, and receive a free ticket to the 1.10.10 Concert of the Decade to be held at Strasburg High School's Old Gym at 250 Ram Drive on Sunday, January 10th from 1-8 p.m. This concert features 9 bands and 7 hours of music that will result in hundreds of lives changed through the healing power of the arts!
Details on the concert can be found at: http://www.syia.org/11010.html
For information on helping to bring smiles to the faces of some most deserving local children this Christmas morning, email syia@shentel.net. There are still 18 area young people who have not yet been "adopted" for Christmas. We don't want any child to wake up to an empty tree! Together we can meet this need!!!!
Strasburg Youth in Arts Office Hours 9 am to 6 pm Monday through Saturday (Closed on Sundays)
240 E King Street Strasburg, VA 22657 (540) 465-2302 (540) 335-2757 syia@shentel.net www.syia.org
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December
Casanova, VA - The Manor House
* Friday - December 18 LIVE MUSIC & FRIDAY NIGHT FLIGHTS 6:00pm-8pm
Janna Audey; soulful, melodic, fun! Sample featured wine flights and take advantage of great discounts on bottle pricing.
*Thursday - December 31 NEW YEAR'S EVE 5:30pm-10:30pm $135 Adults
First Night, First Class! Enjoy a spectacular five course feast. Listen to the classic & contemporary sounds of Robert Brockway on the baby grand piano. After dinner enjoy live jazzy entertainment in the Lounge. A credit card is required when making the reservation. Less than 24 hour cancellations or no shows will be charged a $50 fee per guest.
Footmad -
**Dec 18 [Fri] FOOTMAD Contra Dance
3rd Friday. 8-11 pm. St John's Episcopal Church, Charleston, WV. More info
**Dec 20 [Sun] Drum Circle at UUC Come to a relaxed environment that will both encourage listening and meditation, but produce some ecstatic sounds. While the emphasis will be on drumming there will be a place for sharing a song, poem or acoustic music piece in the round. The Drum Circle will continue on the 3rd Sunday of the month through November. Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 520 Kanawha Blvd. West, Charleston, WV 25311 More info: 304.345.5042 or http://www.myspace.com/uucwv
**Dec 26-31 [Fri-Wed] Contradancers Delight Holiday : Fine dancing and fellowship with dancers from 15-18 states in a luxury resort setting overlooking Cheat Lake. "The best Holiday dance bargain around with flexible rates". Comfortable accommodations at a reasonable! Great music, fantastic callers, fine food, and friendly dancers! Daily and per session rates for local dancers. Lakeview Resort (near I-68), Morgantown, WV. Info: 203.232.5714 or doylew AT lmc.edu http://www.WarrenDoyle.com.
**Dec 27-Jan 01 [Sat-Thr] Terpsichore’s Holiday : 5 days and nights of dancing, singing, live music, non-dance activities, meals, and accommodations at Stonewall Resort, a 4-star resort located in Stonewall Jackson Lake State Park, Roanoke, West Virginia. Classes & Activities include: Contra & Square Dancing, Waltz, English Country Dances, Morris, Model Rocketry, Round Dances, Dance Band, Swimming, Longsword, Arts & Crafts, Singing, Storytelling, Juggling, Community Dance, Gatherings, Nightly Contra Dances.For more information, contact Jeff Kenton, camp director, at 301.587.1525. http://www.DanceHoliday.net/
**Wed - Pickin' in the Park and Pickin' Indoors
Jam sessions open to all. Every Wednesday. Elkins [Randolph County], WV. More info
**Thr - International Buffet & Live Local Music
6-9 pm. Elk River Touring Center, Route 219, Slatyfork [Pocahontas County], WV. Call for "cuisine of the week". 304.572.3771. http://www.ertc.com/
**Fri-Sat Mountain music weekends
8-11 pm. The Purple Fiddle, in the historic DePollo General Store, 21 East Ave. Thomas [Tucker County], WV. Featuring live music: traditional, folk, and blues. Serving deli sandwiches, soup, desserts, coffee, beer, wine and other beverages daily. Smoke-free and family friendly. Info: 304.463.4040. http://www.purplefiddle.com/
Thomas, WV (Purple Fiddle) -
Fri Dec 18 @ 8:30 pm Galen Kipar $10
Sat Dec 19 @ 8:30 pm Hoots and Hellmouth $12
Fri Dec 25 @ 8:30 pm Devon McClive $7
Sun Dec 27 @ 8:30 pm The Great Unknown and Chris Kasper are the Philly Folk Parade $8
Mon Dec 28 @ 8 pm Halftime String Band $8
Tues Dec 29 @ 8:30 pm - The Spring Standards and Kagero $12 adv/$15 day of show
Wed Dec 30 @ 8:30 pm the Hot Seats $10 advance/$12 day of show
Thurs Dec 31 @ 9 pm - New Years Celebration! Hillbilly Gypsies the Fox Hunt to open
$15 adv/$20 day of show; Late ticket -- 11:15 pm entrance/$10 (Price includes party favors and champagne at midnight )
The Purple Fiddle Coffee, Brews and Stage 21 East Avenue P.O. Box 87 Thomas, WV 26292 Phone: 304-463-4040
thepurplefiddle@gmail.com
Warrenton, VA (McMahons Irish Pub) -
Friday, December 18th: Live Music: "Mandorla" 9pm
Saturday, December 19th: Live Music: "Relayer" 9pm
Sunday, December 20th: Live Traditional Irish Music Seisiun 5pm
Nov 28th to Dec 27th - Middletown, VA (Wayside Inn) - Miracle on 34th Street
Book written by Warner Crocker and Lyrics and Music by Steve Pryzyblski
The play is set in New York City. Where a white-beaded gentleman claiming to be the real Santa Claus brings about a genuine "Miracle on 34th Street," spreading a wave of love throughout New York City, fostering camaraderie between Macy's and Gimbel's Department Stores, and convincing a divorced, cynical single mother, her somber daughter and the entire State of New York that Santa Claus is no myth.
(Wed, Thur, Fri, Sat @ 7:30 PM; Sat, & Sun matinees @ 2:30 PM, various Sunday Eve @ 6:30 PM) Performances at Wayside Theatre, 7853 Main Street, Middletown, VA
Dec 15th, 22nd, 29th - Harrisonburg, VA (Franklin's Café & Wine Bar) - Open Mic
20 South Mason Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 Phone: 540.434.3002 Website: http://www.franklinscafe.com
(8:00pm)
Dec 15th - Harrisonburg, VA (Whitese's Music) - Mental Flossing
Website: http://www.mentalflossing.org
(Improv Practice. We meet at Whitesel's Music in downtown Harisonburg. Come on by and join us!)
Dec 15th, 22nd, 29th - Romney, WV (Potomac Music) - Old Time Jam
7PM Potomac Music, 142 E. Main St. (next to Sheetz) Beginners welcome. A very friendly jam.
Dec 16th, 23td, 30th - Capon Bridge, WV (Full Throttle Bar & Grill) -- Open MIke Night
8PM-Midnight Full Throttle Bar & Grill, Rt. 50. Weekly. 304-856-2056
Dec 16th, 23td, 30th - Harrisonburg, VA (Casey's Lounge) - Open Mic
1400 East Market Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 Phone: 540.433.2521
Dec 16th, 23td, 30th - Harrisonburg, VA (Dave's Downtown Taverna) - Twinkie The Kid
121 South Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 Phone: 540.564.1487 Website: http://davestaverna.com
Jazz (9:00pm-Midnight)
Dec 16th, 23td, 30th - Harrisonburg, VA (Gold Crown Billiards) - Open Mic
92 Chestnut Ridge Drive, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 Phone: 540.434.9888 Website: http://www.goldcrownpool.com
(Ladies' play free, 9:30pm)
Dec 16th & 23rd - Romney, WV (Coffee Cupboard Cafe) - Larry Brown
Live Music Wednesdays with Larry Brown of Performers Studio Romney, WV 4-5:30PM Coffee Cupboard Café, 4 E. Main St.304-822-7088. Music from The Beatles, Dylan, Earle, etc.
Dec 17th, 24th, 31st - Berkeley Springs, WV (Ice House) - Drumming Classes
7 PM, in the Ice House Theater space. $10 Some drums (African Djembe) are provided for walk-in guests along with a variety of rhythm instruments to accompany the drumming—or bring your own. Bob & Pat Marggraf, circle leaders have more than 20 years drumming and dance experience and will teach you the basics - and you can dance or drum as you like. Free. More info - call Portals at 304-258-5200
Dec 17th, 24th, 31st - Berkeley Springs, WV (Tari's Cafe) - Jam Night
8PM Tari's Cafe, Washington St. To reserve table 304-258-1196.
Dec 17th, 24th, 31st - Capon Bridge, WV (American Legion Post 137) - Open Mic Night
6-9PM American Legion Post 137, Cold Stream Rd. 304-856-3354.
Dec 17th, 24th, 31st - Harrisonburg, VA (Artful Dodger) - Nightlife
47 West Court Square, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 Phone: 540.432.1179 Website: http://www.artfuldodger.org
(Free Salsa lessons from 8:30pm-9:30pm; dress to impress-dress code enforced)
Dec 17th, 24th, 31st - Harrisonburg, VA (Little Grill Collective) - Open Mic
621 North Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22802 Phone: 540.434.3594 Website: http://www.littlegrillcollective.com
(8:30pm)
Dec 17th, 24th, 31st - Martinsburg, WV (Ambrose Towers) - Belles of Berkeley
7-9 PM Ambrose Towers, 703 Porter Ave. Singers of all voice ranges are invited to join this nonprofit organization of women devoted to singing four-part harmony, barbershop style. Ability to read music not required. 304-754-9620 or 754-8025
Dec 17th to 19th, 24th to 26th, 31st - Middletown, VA (Irish Isle) Brian Coughlan
7843 Main St 540-868-9877
Dec 17th & 18th, 24th & 25th, 31st & Jan 1st - Thomas, WV (Purple Fiddle) - Open Mike
at The Purple Fiddle, 21 E. Ave., 304-463-4040 http://www.purplefiddle.com
Dec 18th, 25th - Harrisonburg, VA (Adona Music) - Jazz Jam Session
34 South Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 Phone: 540.434.2099 Website: http://www.adonamusic.com
(Jazz Jam Session, 5:00pm-8:00pm)
Dec 18th, 25th - Harrisonburg, VA (Bourbon Street on Main) - Friday Night Soul feat
1588 South Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 Phone: 540.442.7166 Website: http://www.thebourb.com
(Friday Night Soul feat. reggae, hip-hop, R&B)
Dec 18th - Pine Grove, VA (Horseshoe Curve) - Shortness of Breath
3 piece rock and roll band with plenty of energy at the Horseshoe Curve Restaurant. 1162 Pine Grove Road, in Pine Grove. For more information call: 540- 554-8291
Dec 18th, 25th - Romney, WV (Potomac Music) - Old Time Jam
7PM Potomac Music, 142 E. Main St. (next to Sheetz) Beginners welcome. A very friendly jam.
Dec 18th & 19th - Winchester, VA (Westminster-Canterbury) - Madeline MacNeil and Sam Rizzetta will present “The Songs of Christmas” on their hammered dulcimers.
Dec 19th - Harrisonburg, VA (Court Square Theater) - Stephen Bennett
at 7:30 Court Square Theater is located at 61 Graham Street in Harrisonburg, VA. We're easy to find from Interstate 81
Dec 19th - Augusta, WV (Doodles Place Again) - AOK
Rt. 50 Augusta, WV 304-496-7260 Cover charge $5 single, $8 couples
Dec 19th - Berryville, VA (Grace Chapel) - Maddie MacNeil & Sam Rizzetta
“Sounds of Grace Concert Series presents The Songs of Christmas with Maddie MacNeil & Sam Rizzetta” 7:30 PM Grace Chapel $10 Admission (children under 12 admitted free). A “Candlelight Dinner” begins at 6:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall. Free-will offering ($10 suggested). Please call 540-1610 for reservations!
Dec 19th - Flint Hill, VA (Griffin Tavern) - Robbie Limon Bamd
Robbie Limon and his band play a fabulous mix of our favorite classic rock tunes from the 70s , 80s and more. Bring your friends and celebrate friendships, Holidays and good cheer with us tonight.
Dec 19th - Harrisonburg, VA (Court Square Theater) - Stephen Bennett Holiday Show
December 19th, 2009 7:30 p.m. An holiday themed, children friendly evening of acoustic folk, blues, and holiday music played on six-string, steel, and the unusual harp guitar. This “the Jedi Master of Fingerstyle Guitar” is an extraordinary musician, an acknowledged master of the harp guitar, a challenging teacher, a gifted composer, and a performer of astounding sensitivity.
Stephen has traveled the world and performed with the best. All across the US – from California to Maine, Texas to Tennessee, as well as around Europe, in Canada, Australia and Japan, Stephen has played all sorts of venues and events. He has released 20 recordings of music, along with a couple of DVDs, books and other instructional materials - and he’s always working on something new!
Seniors are those 65 and older. Students please bring your student ID.
Dec 19th - New Market, VA (Good Life Station) - Christmas In The Mountains
“Christmas in the Mountains”- Enjoy gorgeous music in a gorgeous setting Sunday, November 15, 2009 By Susan Thompson
Woodstock, Strasburg, and New Market, VA – It’s that time again. I love it! Get ready to be imbued with the spirit of Christmas, compliments of the Masterworks Chorus of the Shenandoah Valley. They’ll be sharing their awe-inspiring voices and their joy with you at their Annual Holiday Performances on December 4, 5 and 6. Get your tickets now before they are sold out. I can’t wait!
Take your family, or meet a group of friends for a great pre-Christmas get together.
Led by Artistic Director, Dr. Betty Karol Wilson, the mission of the Masterworks Chorus is “to promote choral music and other artistic endeavors in the Shenandoah Valley region through performance, education, community involvement, and cooperation with other area musicians and artists, as well as other musical and artistic organizations.”
This year, the musical event is entitled: “Christmas Music in the Mountains.”
The four 2009 holiday performances are as follows:
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Here is a sneak peek at the classic Christmas carols, country favorites, and Christian music you’ll hear and enjoy:
Salvation is Created – Pavel Chesnokov
Hark! The Herald Angels Sing – Mendelssohn, arr. Mack Wilberg
O Nata Lux – one setting by Thomas Tallis, one setting by Tom Porter
O Magnum Mysterium – one setting by Tomas Luis Victoria, one setting by Cesar Carillo
In Dulci Jubilo – Michael Praetorius, for double choir
Selections for Handel’s Messiah – Nos. 4-12
Angels We Have heard on High – arr. McCullough
Three Catalonian Carols- arr. Joan Varner
Appalachian Carols and Shape Note Hymns
Shiloh – William Billings
The Cherry Tree Carol – Gwyneth Walker
I Wonder as I Wander – Solo by Jim Baseler
Jesus Jesus Rest you Head – arr. Ellingboe
Three Latvian Carols – Andrejs Jansons
Lo! How a Rose E’re Blooming – arr. Jay Rouse
Joy to the World – (Attributed to Handel) arr. Anthony Baldwin
Getting Your Tickets
Tickets are $12.00 for adults and $6.00 for youth ages 12-18. Children under 12 are free.
To purchase tickets for one or more of these holiday performances, contact any chorus member, call (540) 459-4279, or pay online at the Masterworks Chorus of the Shenandoah Valley’s web site.
“I’ll be Home for Christmas” Tea
Hold your horses! On Saturday, December 19, The Chorus will also be hosting a “I’ll be Home for Christmas” Tea, reminiscent of a 1940s Christmas Family Reunion (just imagine The Waltons on TV.) The tea will be at 1 p.m. at Good Life Station – located at 9595 S. Congress Street in New Market, VA (across the street from the famous Southern Kitchen restaurant, a Valley landmark and destination.) This event will be catered by Cross Roads Catering. Details are on the web site (above).
If you’re a social networker, check out the Masterworks Chorus Facebook page for the inside scoop.
***Saturday, December 19, 2009, 1PM. You are cordially invited to Masterworks Chorus's "I'll be Home for Christmas" Tea, a 1940's Christmas reunion celebration. Good Life Station (across the street from Southern Kitchen) 9595 South Congress St
New Market, VA $25 per person, reservations required. 540-459-4239. Dress from the 1940's era would be appropriate, if you so wish.
Dec 19th - Pine Grove, VA (Horseshoe Curve) - 7th Son
“7th Son” Acoustic blues and rock at the Horseshoe Curve Restaurant. 1162 Pine Grove Road, in Pine Grove. For more information call: 540-554-8291
Dec 19th - Winchester, VA (Cornerstone Church) - Stevens Family
in a Bluegrass Gospel Concert at Cornerstone Church 189 Parson Ct. (off Welltown Rd.) Winchester, Va.
Time: 6:00 PM Contact: 304-258-5611 Thank You Lori Kesner
Dec 20th - Clarke County, VA (Old Bethel Church) - Christmas at Old Bethel
5:00 PM The Annual Christmas Lessons & Carols Candlelight Service. Old Bethel Church Rt. 625 Clarke County. For more information please call Ian Williams 540-667-1266
Dec 20th, 27th - Harrisonburg, VA (Bourbon Street on Main) - Salsa Night
1588 South Main Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22801 Phone: 540.442.7166 Website: http://www.thebourb.com
Dec 20th - Romney, WV (Brass Rail) - Lonesome Highway, Mountain Momma & Joe's Garage
Spirit of Christmas Benefit Concert featuring Lonesome Highway, Mountain Momma & Joe's Garage. Romney WV 2-6PM Brass Rail. Over 21 only, ID required. Donations accepted at door 50/50 raffle, Joe Kidwell of Joe's Garage, got hit with a big hospital bill, and in the spirit of the season, some of his musical pals decided to help him out. Come join us to celebrate the holiday and help a friend.
Dec 21st, 28th - Winchester, VA (First Presbyterian Church) - B3G
I wanted to share a local bluegrass gospel jam event that occurs each week right here in Winchester. For the past couple months, First Presbyterian Church has been hosting "B3G" which stands for Brown Bag Bluegrass Gospel. In other words, friends, musicians, and folks can bring along their brown bag lunch and/or instruments and meet at the Fellowship Hall of the First Presbyterian Church located on the downtown walking mall at the intersection of Cork St. on Mondays at noon.
There is no admission, donation, or sermon - just bluegrass gospel music provided by whoever is available to join us in fellowship and song. For more information, please feel free to contact Associate Pastor, Dan McCoig at www.firstchurch-winchester.org.
Vince Diem 540-247-6170
Dec 26th - Winchester, VA (East Side Raw Bar & Gill) - The Merge
1815 Millwood Pike - Winchester, VA 22602-4560 - (540) 662-2526 We hope to see you there.
As always, please check out the website for info and photos: www.mergerock.com
FaceBook users, please join our Official "THE MERGE' Classic Rock Band page at: http://www.facebook.com/#/group.php?gid=44919516243&ref=ts
On MySpace we can be found at: http://www.myspace.com/hottwaxxclassicrock
Dec 26th - Pine Grove, VA (Horseshoe Curve) - Sinner’s Trail
Young Rock and Roll Band at the Horseshoe Curve Restaurant. 1162 Pine Grove Road, in Pine Grove. For more information call: 540-554-8291
Dec 26th - Winchester, VA (Los Toltecos) - Larry Burridge
8.00PM-11.00PM With a wide variety of Margaritas and drinks specials out the yazooo, Los Toltecos is about to become your favorite place to hang out in Winchester!!! I will be here every fourth Friday of the month!!!
Dec 29th - Harrisonburg, VA (Court Square Theater) - Tribute to Hank Williams, Sr with Robin & Linda Williams
at 7:30pm Court Square Theater is located at 61 Graham Street in Harrisonburg, VA. We're easy to find from Interstate 81
Celebrate the life and songs of this country music icon with an all-star tribute. This annual all-star concert includes Robin & Linda Williams, Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer, Bill Kirchen, and others paying tribute to a lost troubadour.
Seniors are those 65 and older. Students please bring your student ID.
Dec 29th - Pine Grove, VA (Horseshoe Curve) - Mudflap
New Year’s Eve Party with “Mudflap” at the Horseshoe Curve Restaurant. 1162 Pine Grove Road, in Pine Grove. For more information call: 540-554-8291
Dec 31st - Charles Town, WV (Moose Lodge 948) - Revolution Band
8:00 - 12:00 77 Universal Forrest Products Road Ranson, WV 25438 Phone: 304-725-5114
Dec 31st - Flint Hill, VA (Griffin Tavern) - Grass Onion & 8 Tracks
We hope you will join us to bring in 2010. 659 Zachary Taylor Hwy 540-675-3227
Dec 31st - Luray, VA (Mimslyn Inn) - Jump Alley
New Year's Eve Gala, 8:30 PM - 1:00 AM, Luray, Virginia.
Dec 31st - Snowshoe, WV (Resort) - New Year's Eve Bash
- Ring in the New Year a mile-high, Snowshoe style! Spend the evening with your family at the Big Top or stay up late at the Connection Nightclub. Snowshoe has party options for everyone! Reservations for these parties are limited, so make your plans early. 1-877-441-4FUN
Dec 31st - Strasburg, VA (The Old Mill) - Rhonda Sager Trio
New Years Eve!! Make your reservations now at The Old Mill, Strasburg, Virginia. We will be playing from 6:00 to 9:00, and we will have more information about the evening in a later e-mail. .
Dec 31st - Strasburg, VA (Theater) - Nightrider
from 9:30pm to 1:30am for a Spectacular New Years Party. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 at the door.
includes party favors and midnight champagne toast.
$50 per couple includes huge buffet dinner, tickets, party favors & Chanpagne toast at midnight. Singles $30
Dec 31st - Warm Spings, VA (Garth Newell Music Center) - Felix Mendelssohn
New Year's Eve Music Holiday Concert: $22; Concert & Dinner: $120 Mendelssohn Celebration
Celebrate the New Year at Garth Newel with the Garth Newel Piano Quartet, violinist James Stern, Mendelssohn, and delicious food. Our jazz trio plays music for dancing until the Champagne toast at midnight.
Felix Mendelssohn - String Quartet in D Major, Op. 44, No. 1 - Piano Trio in C minor
6 pm cocktails; 7 pm concert followed by dinner and dancing
Garth Newel Music Center P.O. Box 240 Warm Springs, VA 24484Phone: 540-839-5018 Toll free: 877-558-1689 Fax: 540-839-3154
". ..musician, composer, actor, director, and writer. But more than anything …Guy Davis is an authentic and spell-binding bluesman, with an incredible voice and a great sense of humour." Acoustic Sussex Review
" Davis is a compelling contemporary bluesman with a deep appreciation of his musical forebears”. Mike Regenstreif, Montreal Gazette
The blues permeates every corner of Davis' creativity. Throughout his career, he has dedicated himself to reviving the traditions of acoustic blues and bringing them to as many ears as possible through the material of the great blues masters, African American stories, and his own original songs, stories and performance pieces.
"Like the best early bluesmen, Guy Davis is, at heart, a storyteller. A master at setting intimate, richly nuanced tales to stomping acoustic blues backing, often with folky accompaniment from mandolin, banjo, and accordion …. House Records." Blues Revue
Guy Davis Trio: Guy Davis - guitar, vocals * Mark Murphy - Upright bass and vocals * Aaron L. Hurwitz - piano, keyboards, accordion, vocals Need more information about this concert? Call 304.415.3668
Guy Davis' Web site: http://www.guydavis.com/
Dec 31st - Winchester, VA (Old Town Mall) - First Night
6:00:pm - 12:00:pm
The 21st Annual First Night Winchester welcomes you to a magical evening. A community celebration of New Year's Eve providing a safe, non-alcoholic, cultural event for families. An eclectic mix of performing artists for all ages beginning at 6 pm and ending with a party under the stars at midnight for a countdown to the 2010 ball drop and watch fireworks. The entertainment line-up keeps getting bigger, better, more fun and more engaging. Don't forget the exceptional dining Old Town Winchester has to offer as part of your New Year's celebrations. Contact: www.firstnightwinchester.com or call 540-533-5561.
January
Harrisonburg, Va (EMU) -
1/23 Saturday - 7:30pm Music faculty artist series: Lynne Mackey, piano @ Martin Chapel
1/31 Sunday - 5:00pm Senior preparatory recital @ Martin Chapel - 7:00pm Senior preparatory recital @ Martin Chapel
Thomas, WV (Purple Fiddle) -
Fri Jan 1 @ 8:30 pm Jackass Flats $8
Sat Jan 2 @ 8:30 pm Jamie McLean Band $10 & Rock from the Dirty Dozen Brass Band Guitarist!
Thur Jan 7 @ 8 pm K.C. Clifford $5
Fri Jan 8 @ 8:30 pm Whiskey Rebellion $7 Oldtimey amerciana
Sat Jan 9 @ 8:30 pm Justin Trawick Group $8 Rock
Thur Jan 14 @ 8 pm John Lilly and Mary Battiata $7 Folk and traditional
Sat Jan 16 @ 8:30 pm Third Stream Giants $12 Funk , jazz and rock!
Sun Jan 17 @ 8:30 pm the Weber Bros $10 Amazing rockabilly and rock!
Thurs Jan 21 @ 8 pm David Jacobs-Strain $5
Fri Jan 22 @ 8:30 pm Icewagon Flu $8
Sat Jan 23 @ 8:30 pm Chester River Runoff $8 Bluegrass
Jan 29, 2010 Blind Corm Liquor Pickers $7
Sat Jan 30 @ 8:30 pm Robinella $10 advance/$12 day of show
Sun Jan 31 @ 8 pm Justin Trawick solo, also Ted Garber
The Purple Fiddle Coffee, Brews and Stage 21 East Avenue P.O. Box 87 Thomas, WV 26292 Phone: 304-463-4040
thepurplefiddle@gmail.com
Jan 1st - Warm Springs, VA (Garth Newell)- Musical Bonbons
Celebrate the New Year at Garth Newel with the Chamber Players, Beethoven, and delicious food. Start your year right with a concert and brunch on New Year’s Day.
Bach: Partita No. 3 in E Major for Solo Violin * Piazzolla: Primavera Portena for String Trio * Kreisler: Rondo from the Haffner for Violin & Piano * Wolf: Italian Serenade for String Quartet * Holst: Seven Scottish Airs for String Quartet
12 noon concert followed by brunch Concert & Brunch: $55; Lodging: $130
Jan 2nd - Luray, VA (BB&T Center) - Open Stage Night Hosted by Raggedy Dan
Dust off your band instrument, or your favorite song, or a joke you love, or your magic wand, and join us at the PAL Open Stage Night!
Hosted by 'Raggedy Dan,' the evenings will consist of musical acts, skits, magic, readings, comedy and more - as long as the content is appropriate for audiences of all ages.
There is no charge to participate or attend, but contributions are encouraged and appreciated. Our cash bar "The Vault" will be open. Please join us in a smoke-free listening room for an evening of various talents.
Jan 3rd - Roanoke, VA (Taubman Museum of Art) - Down Home & Outback
110 Salem Avenue SE, Roanoke, VA 24011 Main Line: 540.342.5760 Event Tickets: 540.204.4122
07:00 PM - 09:00 PM This concert series is an intimate “House Concert” style of performance. The audience will have a chance to interact with the performers.
"In brushing the dust of time from American folk music, Mike Seeger illuminates the roots of contemporary music and champions their strength" Dan Bottstein, Billboard
"Clean and crisp as any acoustic music now being played . . . Here is an American artist standing forth, voice 'well trained', in narratives, in fun, in irony, himself branch and root of the entwined true vine." Jon Pankake, Rolling Stone
Cost: $18 for Art museum members and $20 for non-members
Jan 8th - St Albans, WV (Hansford Senior Center) - Appalachian Fiddlers Association: Monthly meeting.
6 PM, Second Thursday of each month. Hansford Senior Center, 500 Washington St, St Albans, WV. Anyone with an interest in old-time music - players or listeners - is welcome. Info: call Bill Bunting 744.0095, Rodney Miles 722.5767 or Charlie Raines 746.0929.
Jan 9th - Charleston, WV (John's Episcopal Church) - The Contrarians
Contra Dance: to the music of The Contrarians. 8-11 pm. St John's Episcopal Church, Charleston, WV. More info
Jan 9th - Carleston, WV (Unity of Kanawha Valley) - Ron Sowell's Open Stage
Open stage and coffeehouse. Charleston, WV. 2nd Friday of each month. 7:30 p.m (Performers sign up at 7 p.m.). Unity of Kanawha Valley, 3102 Blaine Blvd. Charleston, WV. Admission: Adults $5; Seniors, students and performers $2. Info: 304.744.7300. More info
Jan 9th - Romney, WV (Bottling Works) - Ouros
7:30PM The Bottling Works. Info 304-496-8201 or http://www.HampshireArts.org Great musical composition and songwriting with impeccable musicianship. This bilingual band performs in Spanish and English with rich vocal harmonies and really hot instrumentation. Bolivian brothers Jose and Cesar Oretea with WV bassist/cellist Ralph Gordon and VA mandolinist/fiddler/voclaist Danny Knicely., from different parts of the world with influences ranging over four continents, are deeply experienced in multiple genres from flamenco, bluegrass, jazz, and Latin, to traditional American and European music. Ouros carefully knits these diverging components into a consistent and original sound, weaving a fabric of infectious rhythms and melodic splendor not to be missed by any music lover.
Jan 10th - Charleston, WV (Clay Center) - Tim O'Brian
Woody Hawley Concert Series: Tim O’Brien: Former member of renowned band Hot Rize, Tim O’Brien has established himself as a talented singer/songwriter with a unique blend of traditional bluegrass, folk and swing. In 2006, he won the Grammy Award for “Best Traditional Folk Album” for his solo album “Fiddler’s Green.” 7:30 pm. Adults $15, seniors and students $10. Clay Center, Charleston, WV. www.TheClayCenter.org
Jan 10th - Morgantown, WV (Marilla Center) - Bob Shank and Friends
Morgantown Friends of Old Time Music [FOOTMUSIC] Special AFTERNOON DANCE: Local callers with music by Bob Shank and friends. 2:00 – 4:00 pm. $5, $3 with student ID. Marilla Center, Morgantown [Monongalia County], WV. Web site: http://www.morgantowndance.com/
Jan 10th - Strasburg, VA (SHS) - Concert of the Decade
9 Bands....7 Hours.....100's of Lives changed at Strasburg High School's Old Gym at 250 Ram Drive in Strasburg from 1 to 8pm
1-2 pm
Diamondback - Southern Rock, Classic Rock, Country
Diamondback - Southern Rock, Classic Rock, Country2-2:30 pmExit 9 - Contemporary Christian Country & Rock
Exit 9 - Contemporary Christian Country & Rock2:30-3:30pmRevolution - Classic Rock, Rock, Southern Rock, Country, Rhythm and Blues, Dance, and Soul.
Revolution - Classic Rock, Rock, Southern Rock, Country, Rhythm and Blues, Dance, and Soul. 3:30-4 pmRhonda & Rachel Sager & Doug Arthur - You name it! They do it.
Rhonda & Rachel Sager & Doug Arthur - You name it! They do it. 4-5 pm Aces & Eights - Classic Hits & Modern Rock
Aces & Eights - Classic Hits & Modern Rock5-5:30 pm Complimentary Colors - Contemporary Christian
Complimentary Colors - Contemporary Christian5:30-6:30 pm Johnny & The Vault Cats - Covers of all the Early, Famed Sun Studio Recording Artists / Early Days of Rock 'n' Roll
6:30-7 pm Robbie & Forrest Limon - Eclectic Mix of the Eagles, John Denver, Lightfoot, Credence Clearwater Revival, Roy Orbison, The Doobie Brothers, Jim Croce, Willie Nelson, and several others.
Robbie & Forrest Limon - Eclectic Mix of the Eagles, John Denver, Lightfoot, Credence Clearwater Revival, Roy Orbison, The Doobie Brothers, Jim Croce, Willie Nelson, and several others. 7-8 pm Covenant - Christian Rock
Covenant - Christian RockWristband Prices: $20 per person in advance / $30 at the door $10 for age 15 & under in advance / $15 at the door
Wristbands are non-refundable, but are transferable. Contact: SYIA 240 E King St #102 Strasburg, VA 22657
http://www.syia.org/11010.html syia@shentel.net 540.465.2302 This Concert is a Benefit for Strasburg Youth in Arts
Jan 11th - Roanoke, VA (Taubman Museum of Art) - Acoustinova
110 Salem Avenue SE, Roanoke, VA 24011 Main Line: 540.342.5760 Event Tickets: 540.204.4122
Acoustinova is a local group led by mandolinist Tom Ohmsen performing acoustic jazz.
Jan 11th - St Alban's, WV (Alban Arts Center) - OLD-TIME JAM SESSION
Members of the popular Celtic group Mountain Thyme will lead this session. Play along or just listen as traditional tunes are shared. All levels welcome. Players bring a chair and your instrument. 2 to 5 pm. Alban Arts Center, 65 Olde Main St, St Albans. Free and open to the public. Call 304.415.3668.
Jan 12th - Waynesboro, VA (Library) - Barbara Martin
12-1 pm, Barbara solo, Waynesboro Library, 600 S. Wayne Avenue.
Waynesboro, VA 22980 (540) 942-6746 www.waynesboro.va.us/library Free
Jan 14th - Harrisonburg, VA (Court Square Theater) - Darren Beachley & Legends of the Potomac
Court Square Theatre Harrisonburg VA Time: 7:00pm
Jan 15th to 18th - Snowshoe, WV (Resort) - Michael Armstrong
Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend - Join us for a great weekend of excitement, both on and off the snow!
**Friday, January 16
7:00pm- 10:00pm: Receive 10% off an All-Access Pass at the Big Top. Enjoy everything the Big Top has to offer: Eurobungy, Climbing Wall, Mechanical Bull, Orbitron, Sky Bikes, inflatables such as Bounce House, Slide and Velcro wall.
7:30pm: Big Top movie : Space Chimps, G
**Saturday, January 17
2pm: Big Top movie: Wall E, rated G
4pm: Kit Kittenredge: An American Girl, rated G
6:30pm: Candy B-I-N-G-O
7pm: The Amazing Feats of Comedy featuring "Michael Rosman"
10pm: Teen Dance (NQ21 Club) Come and join us as the Snowshoe DJ turns the Big Top into a (Not Quite 21) club. This dance is for teenagers ages 13-20 (ID may be required). Cover of $5 includes beverages and snack during dance.
**Sunday, January 18
2pm: Big Top Movie: Journey to the Center of the Earth, rated PG
7pm: Live musical entertainment featuring "Michael Armstrong". An acoustic musician with a Jimmy Buffet sound.
10pm: Teen Dance (NQ21 Club) Come and join us as the Snowshoe DJ turns the Big Top into a (Not Quite 21) club. This dance is for teenagers ages 13-20 ( ID may be required). Cover of $5 includes beverages and snack during dance.
Jan 15th - Winchester, VA (Handley Library) - 4 Wise Maids *
Jan 16th to 19th - Elkins, WV (County Community Arts Center) - Wild & Wonderful Dance Weekend
Elkins [Randolph County], WV. Come play and dance in the mountains. Fri evening: Cajun workshop and dance. Sat, Sun evening & Mon am: contra/square dances. Sat, Sun morning/afternoon: Dance and music workshops, jam sessions & more. Hosted by the Randolph County Community Arts Center. More info: http://www.randolpharts.org/
Jan 17th - Roanoke, VA (Taubman Museum of Art) - Roanoke Sympnony Orchestra
Taubman Museum of Art, 110 Salem Ave. SE, Roanoke, VA 24011 (540) 342-5760 www.taubmanmuseum.org 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM The Arts in Concert Family Series occurs on the Third Saturday morning of each month, with The Roanoke Symphony Orchestra with David Wiley, Music Director.
“Aesop’s Fables” by Anthony Plog - Take a journey through life’s little lessons set to music with French horn and piano. Join the Roanoke Symphony Orchestra’s Principal hornist, and professor, Wally Easter for this fun, musical story time!
Cost: Free to Members, Gallery admission to non-members URL: http://www.theartsinconcert.com/
Jan 17th - Winchester, VA (SU) - Performing Arts Llive: World of the Piano
Performing Arts Live! World of the Piano series presents pianist Finghin Collins at 3 p.m. in Armstrong Concert Hall. World of the Piano general admission is $18; all students $5; SU employees $9.
Jan 18th - Charleston, WV (Unitarian Universalist Congregation) - Drum Circle
Every 3rd Sunday. Come to a relaxed environment that will both encourage listening and meditation, but produce some ecstatic sounds. While the emphasis will be on drumming there will be a place for sharing a song, poem or acoustic music piece in the round. Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 520 Kanawha Blvd. West, Charleston, WV 25311 Call 304.345.5042 or visit http://www.myspace.com/uucwv
Jan 18th - Roanoke, VA (Taubman Museum of Art) - Jeffrey Greenberg
Taubman Museum of Art, 110 Salem Ave. SE, Roanoke, VA 24011 (540) 342-5760
01:00 PM - 02:30 PM - Leslie Brooks & Dr. Jeffrey Greenberg perform jazz favorites. Cost: free
Jan 18th - Staunton, VA (Co-Art Gallery) - Barbara Martin
12:30-1:30 pm, Women in Blues and Jazz, Co-Art Gallery, 22 W. Beverley St., Staunton, VA 540-886-0737 www.coartgallery.com Free
Jan 23rd - Luray, VA (BB&T Center) - James Madison University School of Music
From Carmen to Broadway An Evening of Lighthearted Scenes and Songs featuring The James Madison University School of Music January 23, 2010 at 7:30 pm - Performance at The BB&T Center for the Performing Arts at One East Main Street, Luray, VA
Advanced Sale Prices Adults $12.00 Seniors $10.00 Youth under 18 years $6.00
The JMU Lyric Theater proudly presents an evening of scenes from opera, operetta, and modern Music Theater traditions. "From Carmen to Broadway" will feature music from the opera "Carmen" as well as music & dance from numerous Broadway shows. Singing, dancing, lively choral ensembles, there'll be something for everyone in this delightful evening of the very best of Musical Theater!
http://www.performingartsluray.org/greatsongs2.htm
Jan 23rd - MIngo, WV (Brazenhead Inn) - Gypsy Dave and the Stumpjumpers
A Pennsylvania trio whose songs run the gamut from heartfelt emotion to light and playful. Brazenhead Inn, Mingo ( Randolph County), Rts 250 and 219 South (between Valley Head and Snowshoe). 7:30 pm. Info: 866.339.6917 or http://www.brazenheadinn.com/.
Jan 23rd - Shepherdstown, WV (SU) - Scandanavian Fiddle Magic
This concert, dance and workshops are all part of the annual Scandinavian Fiddle Weekend, a fab weekend of workshops with Andrea Hoag, Loretta Kelley, Charlie Pilzer, Bruce Sagan, Goran Olsson, Julia Borland-Ferneborg. Andrea, Charlie & Loretta are Grammy nominees for 2007. 8 pm Reynolds Hall, Shepherd University, Shepherdstown, WV. 304.263.2531. http://www.smad.us/concerts/
Jan 23rd to 25th - Shepherdstown, WV (SU) - Scandinavian Fiddle & Dance Weekend
Workshops in Scandinavian dance, fiddle, mixed-instrument repertoire and ensemble. Student Center Conference Rooms, Shepherd University, Shepherdstown, 304.263.2531. WV. http://upmw.smad.us/scanfiddle/
Jan 24th - Marlinton, WV (Opera House) - The Black Twig Pickers
Pocahontas County Opera House: The Black Twig Pickers: Down-home old-time music for toe-tappin' or boot-stompin'. 7:30 pm. Pocahontas County Opera House, Third Ave, Marlinton, WV [Pocahontas County]. Adults: $7; Tickets available only at the door. Call 304.799.6645 or visit http://www.pocahontasoperahouse.org/
Jan 24th - MIngo, WV (Brazenhead Inn) - Holy Cow
Parodies, blues and then some with Mike Arcuri and Keith Lahti. Brazenhead Inn, Mingo ( Randolph County), Rts 250 and 219 South (between Valley Head and Snowshoe). 7:30 pm. Info: 866.339.6917 or http://www.brazenheadinn.com/.
Jan 24th - Roanoke, VA (Taubman Museum of Art) - Southwest Virginia Ballet
Taubman Museum of Art, 110 Salem Ave. SE, Roanoke, VA 24011 (540) 342-5760
An intimate performance by the Southwest Virginia Ballet in the Taubman Theater
Location: Taubman Theater Cost: $8 for members, $15.50 for non-members URL: http://www.svballet.org/
Jan 24th - Winchester, VA (SU) - Paul Sharpe
Guest bassist Paul Sharpe performs at 7 p.m. in Goodson Recital Hall. FREE (Rescheduled from Nov. 8, 2009.)
Jan 25th - Roanoke, VA (Taubman Museum of Art) - Scott Perry
Taubman Museum of Art, 110 Salem Ave. SE, Roanoke, VA 24011 (540) 342-5760
Front Porch Swing 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM Led by Floyd county bluesman Scott Perry, Front Porch Swing perform swing selections from the 1930s on. Cost: free
Jan 29th - Staunton, VA (The Barn) - High Ground Bluegrass Band
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Jan 29th - Winchester, VA (SU) - Audubon Quartet
Performing Arts Live! presents the Audubon Quartet at 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and at 3 p.m. on Sunday in Armstrong Concert Hall. The program includes Beethoven String Quartet Cycle: Part II. General admission is $25; all students $5; SU employees $12.50.
Jan 30th - Luray, VA (BB&T Center) - Scott Craig Jones
An Evening of Improv at BB&T Center for the Performing Arts at One East Main Street, Luray
PAL will begin hosting its own version of "Whose Line Is It?" . The evening will be hosted by local actor, Scott Craig Jones. Actors, comedians and wannabes of all ages are welcome to participate or spectate. The evening will work much like the popular TV show with the host pulling willing people from the audience, setting up a scene or situation and letting the good times roll.
There is no charge to participate or attend, but contributions are encouraged and appreciated. Our cash bar "The Vault" will be open. Please join us in a smoke-free listening room for an evening of laughter.
Jan 30th - Spotswood, VA (Country Club) - The Monster Band
The Rockingham-Harrisonburg SPCA Presents Margaritaville PAWty Saturday, January 30, 2010 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Spotswood Country Club Featuring the fabulous dance music of The Monster Band Tickets $75.00 per person/$125 per couple
Jan 30th - Staunton, VA (The Mockinbird)- The Woodshedders
8 :00 pm- jThe Woodshedders LIVE @ The Mockingbird in Staunton, VA has been rescheduled as above. Sorry for the inconvenience. Hope to see you there in January!
Come for dinner and drinks, stay for some Hot Americana Jazz Original Mountain Gypsy Folk. Music begins at 8 p.m. $10 / $8 Advanced. 123 W Beverley St Staunton, VA 24401-4204 (540) 213-8777 http://www.mockingbird123.com
Jan 30th to Feb 1st - Tucker County, WV (Timberline Resort) - Winter Celtic Festival at Timberline Resort
Timberline Resort [Tucker County]. Info: 304.866.4801 or 800.SNOWING. http://www.timberlineresort.com/
Jan 30th & 31st - Winchester, VA (SU) - Audubon Quartet
Performing Arts Live! presents the Audubon Quartet at 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and at 3 p.m. on Sunday in Armstrong Concert Hall. The program includes Beethoven String Quartet Cycle: Part II. General admission is $25; all students $5; SU employees $12.50.
