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All concerts begin at 8:30 PM. The door opens at 8:00 PM. CONCERTS
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| JUL 12 - Mohamed Kalifa Kamara and Koliba Jazz – $15.00 | |
Koliba Jazz blends the traditional music of West Africa with the contemporary sounds of America. Bringing together musicians from Africa, Europe, and America, this Afro-pop band presents a unique blend of traditional and modern styles. Audiences don`t just attend performances of Koliba Jazz, they experience Koliba Jazz. Mohamed takes the audience on a journey from ancient Africa to modern, urban America with a sound and beat that brings the audience to their feet dancing and singing along.
Mohamed was born in a village in Guinea, West Africa into the Camara family, which is known for its traditional African drumming and dancing. He began his career in the Gambia where he started his own dancing and drumming group. He is the former artistic director of the African Ballet of Gambia. Mohamed has traveled extensively through Africa, Europe, and the United States performing and teaching his art. Mohamed served as lead teacher for Chuck Davis's cultural art safari, which is held every summer in the Gambia. Students interested in learning African drum and dance attend from all over the United State and Europe. Artist's Web Site | return to list |
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| AUG 16 - Vance Gilbert - CD Release Concert – $15.00 | |
 Vance Gilbert burst onto the singer/songwriter scene in the early 90's when the buzz started spreading in the folk clubs of Boston about an ex-multicultural arts teacher and jazz singer who was knocking 'em dead at open mikes. The word spread of this Philadelphia-area born and raised performer to New York; Shawn Colvin invited Vance Gilbert to be a special guest on her Fat City tour. Gilbert took audiences across the country by storm ("With the voice of an angel, the wit of a devil, and the guitar playing of a god, it was enough to earn him that rarity: an encore for an opener" wrote the Fort Worth Star-Telegram in its review of a show from that tour.)
Gilbert's performances are a perfect blend of insightful lyrics, spontaneous humor and vocal and instrumental prowess. An added bonus for this concert is that Vance will be showcasing songs from his newest album, Up On Rockfield. Artist's Web Site | return to list |
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