 Saturday September 6, 2008 8:00 PM Carl Payne Carl Payne is one of the areas most talented musicians. He has over 30 years experience playing a variety of instruments including the Celtic Harp, guitar, hammer dulcimer, bass and percussion. Admission $8.00 / $6.00 Children 12 & under free when accompanied by an adult. |
Friday September 12, 2008 7:30 PM Tumbao Bravo Sponsored by the Whirlpool Hispanic Network. CIn collaboration with the Whirlpool Hispanic Network, we celebrate Hispanic Heritage month with Cuban jazz combo Tumbao Bravo. Winner of the 2005 Detroit Music Award for “Outstanding Jazz Recording”, their rhythms will be sure to get you up and moving! For every ticket sold the Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchesta will donate $5 to the Southwestern Michigan Migrant Resource Council (SWMMRC), a non-profit organization, to distribute food baskets and gifts to seasonal farm workers and Hispanic families in need living in our community. Admission $20.00 / $7.00 for students For advanced tickets, call 269-982-4030 or go to www.smso.org |
 Saturday, September 13, 2008 8:00 p.m.Ed Bennet & Joe Foster  Admission $8.00 / $6.00 / Children under 12 admitted free when accompanied by an adult |
Saturday September 20, 2008 8:00 PM joHn Kennedy with Chris O'Brien and Joel Cooper joHn Kennedy will be performing original songs from his first solo CD, I'll Learn To Fly, and from his upcoming solo CD, All My Life. John is a singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist musician/promoter who along the path of life also acquired a doctorate in development economics from the University of Notre Dame ('79, '91). Besides playing acoustic guitar, bouzouki, tin whistle and the bodhran, his rich, deep voice is an instrument unto itself as he sings his original compositions and Irish tunes. joHn's solo CD 'I'll Learn To Fly' was chosen by WVPE FM 88.1's Back Porch program as one of the top ten folk releases of 1998. "His voice is absolutely phenomenal" states Helen Norris, Senior Life, October 2001. "joHn Kennedy puts his whole heart into it." reported Andy Hughes in the South Bend Tribune, March 16, 1996. Chris O'Brien Chris joins on fiddle, tenor banjo, mandolin, and vocals. She began classical violin at the age of 9 and later turned to Appalachia and Irish Traditional music. Her early influences include the soulful and rousing tunes of Tommy Peoples from County Donegal, Ireland and the all Irish born Bothy Band. Joel Cooper Joel is a gifted songwriter, singer, and founding member of the band, appearing on Kennedy's Kitchen, Music in The Glen, and A Pocketful of Lint. Joel lives in Minnesota with his family and occasionally joins the band on bass guitar and vocals. He brings to folk and Irish music 15 years of singing tenor with various choral groups, notably with the Notre Dame Chorale and the Vesper Chorale. Admission $10.00 / $8.00 Children 12 & under free when accompanied by an adult. |
Saturday October 4, 2008 8:00 PM Alan Exoo Alan Exoo, the big tenor-baritone balladeer from Grand Rapids, Michigan, is a veteran of the Michigan folk scene. He began his performing in 1967, starting with the West Michigan coffeehouse circuit. He moved on to the restaurant/club scene in the early seventies. He appeared frequently in the area through the Hollies restaurants in St. Joseph and Michigan City as well as other area night spots. He developed an eclectic repertoire of over 500 songs. Al was a member of the touring band, “Beats Settin’ Home,” and toured the state folk and community concert circuit for twenty years. He released one album on his own and two with the band. Al will be doing this concert as a benefit for the Paul Ravitch Memorial Scholarship fund. Ravitch, a close friend of Al’s, was an outstanding area educator and administrator. He also was a steady supporter of folk music in the community. He will be inviting friends of himself and Mr. Ravitch to participate with him, so expect some surprises. Admission $8.00 / $6.00 / Children 12 and under free when accompanied by an adult. |
| Saturday, October 11, 2008 8:00 p.m. Kevin Lockhart and Bill Bosler  Kevin and Bill will celebrate the recent release of their new duo CD, “Waterbound”, which will be available during the concert. Admission $8.00 / $6.00 / Children under 12 admitted free when accompanied by an adult |
Saturday October 25, 2008 8:00 PM Mr. Ed Chuck Hartzell, percussion Tim King, saxes, EWI, standup bass Lindsey Mierau, guitars, vocals Dave Maki, keyboards, vocals Mark Moore, basses, guitars, vocals Ed Skjordal, drums, vocals Like a quick dip on a hot day, Mister Edd's music reminds one of a Caribbean cruise or a walk on a Jamaican beach. Originating from Southwest Michigan, the six-piece band is hitting the road performing music from the release of their first CD, "Jump In The Pool!" With thirteen original songs which include instrumentals, ballads, and a healthy dose of R & B-infused Rock and Roll, the recording contains themes ranging from the social conscious (Back To The Border) to folk and blues (Jon's Jam and Someday). And of course, there's songs of love: love lost (She's Gone), love hoped for (Someday), and love of the earth (Tumboa). When Mister Edd performs live, the music is irresistibly danceable. "There's lots of rhythm and improvisation in our originals. I guess that's why our fans don't just listen, they get involved too," said guitarist Lindsey Mierau. The group has opened for jazz organist Charles Earland, guitarist Ken Navaro, sax man Nelson Rangell, and ex- Starship guitarist Craig Chaquico. Mister Edd was established as a four piece band in 1991. King, and Maki and Guitarist Lindsey Mierau had played together in other bands, and were pleased to have the opportunity to play with Skjordal. "We get a great deal of energy being around each other," drummer Ed Skjordal says. "The goal is to play music we enjoy. Admission $8.00 / $6.00 / Children 12 and under free when accompanied by an adult. |
| Saturday November 1, 2008 8:00pm
The John Wallace Quartet . . . Currently playing jazz and blues venues in the Michiana area, The John Wallace Quartet is made up of John Wallace on guitar and vocals, Tim King on sax, Ed Skjordal on Drums and vocals, & Joe Szaday on bass. The band performs music made famous by artists such as George Benson, Lee Ritenour, David Sanborn, Grover Washington Jr., Miles Davis, Van Morrison and others. JWQ draws upon the members’ many experiences to create a fusion of Jazz, Rock, R&B, and Latin music. The band is currently writing, rehearsing and recording new material for their latest CD release. JWQ is available to perform concerts, or to entertain at festivals or special events. Admission $8 / $6 |
| Saturday November 15, 2008 8:00pm
The Balos Family  Bluegrass, Gospel and Country The Balos Family consists of Mike and Ramona Balos and their six children: Kenny, Ben, Bonnie, Jimmy, Jenna, and Nathanael. They all play and sing Bluegrass Gospel Music with each family member playing various acoustic stringed instruments and singing various vocal parts to blend the harmonies of their voices and instruments together creating the bluegrass gospel sounds that their fans have enjoyed. Each year this family’s musical opportunities grow and their traveling schedule gets busier. While most of their engagements and focus is in churches, they also take part in community festivals, bluegrass festivals, theaters, restaurants, nursing homes, camp grounds, and other various events. Wherever they perform they always strive to be an encouragement to believers in Jesus Christ and a witness to those that do not know Him. In 2004 they had the privilege to open for the famous “Lewis Family”. Scheduled for 2005 are many new venues including “Bean Blossom, Indiana Gospel Jubilee” in August, where they will share the stage with: Paul Williams, Jeff and Sheri Easter, Stella Parton, among many more. The Balos Family will also be performing at Renfro Valley, Kentucky in September, and are making a special road trip to Plant City Florida. The Balos Family has a CD available “Beautiful Wings” which can be heard on various Christian, Southern Gospel, and Bluegrass Gospel radio stations in several states of the USA. Admission $8 / $6 |
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Also Scheduled [Check back often as some dates are subject to change] August 9, 2008 - Cameo / The Fraileys September 13, 2008 - Ed Bennett/Joe Foster October 11, 2008 - Bill Bosler and Kevin Lockhart |
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| Second Saturday Live In Concert Riversong Music Society sponsors a monthly series at the Box Factory for the Arts at 8 PM. Admission costs may vary. Notices are emailed to RMS members. All concerts are listed on the concert schedule above. RMS actively supports, endorses and participates in the Berrien Artist Guild's effort to further awareness of the fine arts in SW Michigan. The Guild also produces musical presentations at their facility. |
| Riversong's Free Song Share and Jam The Free Riversong Song Share and Jam is currently held at the WHITCOMB TOWER, 509 Ship Street, St. Joseph, Michigan. The Jam is held on the last Sunday of every month, from 2 to 4 pm. On nice days, RMS will use the outdoor patio. Should the weather be inclement, the song share will be in the Whitcomb's very large and lovely living room. Held from 2-4 PM the the same Sunday of the Riversong Meeting (See meeting schedule below) song sharing is hosted by various Riversong members. Bring your acoustic instrument and join in song as we share notes in our musical "circle of friendship". Or just listen and enjoy! |
| Riversong monthly open meetings Riversong monthly open meetings are generally held from 4-6 PM on the last Sunday of each month. The monthly meetings are currently held in the WHITCOMB TOWER, 509 Ship St., St. Joseph, Michigan. This in downtown St. Joseph on the bluf overlooking the river and Lake Michigan. The meeting schedule for 2008 is tentative subject to membership approval at January meeting.
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