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“A MONTH OF SUNDAYS”
Summer Concert Series 2008
Join us in Westminster City Park @ 6:45pm as we celebrate our 14th summer of bringing great entertainment to the public. Concerts are Free and Open to the Public. Food and beverages will be sold. Donations of personal care items for all ages, baby food, diapers, formula, paper goods or cleaning supplies will be collected to benefit Human Services Programs of Carroll County Inc. (The concert series is presented in joint cooperation with the City of , the Westminster City Recreation and Parks Department, Carroll County Department of Recreation & Parks, and Human Services Programs of Carroll County, Inc.)
July 6, 2008-IRON RIDGE-Traditional Bluegrass, Country, Light Gospel
Kicking off our summer concert series is a repeat performance by Iron Ridge, a band dedicated to preserving old-time traditional bluegrass while adding some original and light gospel tunes that will melt your heart. Delight in the awesome picking of Denny Kopp on mandolin & fiddle. Jerry Leitner is a stand-out on rhythm guitar. Max Allison excels as bass player and on vocals in the group's awesome 4-part harmonies. Listen closely to Jay Moseley's velvet voice along with his sweet-pickin' banjo! Jay's son, Joey, an award-winning musician, is a real delight with his special touch on guitar and vocals. Miss Jen Starsenic adds a fine dimension to the group with her sizzling fiddle. Listen closely as these voices blend in a crisp and clean, tight harmony, while they present a refreshing and professional performance on stage, coupled with superb instrumental work. www.ironridgeband.com
"National Anthem" will be sung by Miss Alexia Mercedes Van Horn, a 20-year old Westminster local talent, who currently attends Towson State University and is also in the process of recording her musical debut CD in Nashville, Tennessee. Our 2nd set will begin with Alexia performing "God Bless America".
(Join us for a special summer evening in the Westminster City Park as Free State Corvette Club showcase their beautiful cars for our enjoyment...all the while taking advantage of this opportunity to cast a vote for your favorite car and contribute to our charity!)
July 13, 2008-THE CRAWDADDIES-Cajun, Zydeco, Swing, Roots, Rock & Reggae
This 5-member band, founded in 1995, infuses these sounds of music into an incomparable, groove-laden sound that is unquestionably their own. The eclectic, good-time spirit of their set and twelve years of touring the national festival and college circuits has earned the band a strong following. They have performed locally for Westminster's Fallfest and the Maryland Wine Festival. Join us to experience the accomplishments of these talented musicians, who along with the use of traditional guitars, keyboards & drums, also perform using an accordion and rubboard. The Crawdaddies have come together to form an extremely unique musical group to present an infectious pulse and high-energy classic cajun/zydeco rhythm with cool swing grooves, country, rock, funk and soul. www.thecrawdaddies.com
"National Anthem" will be sung by Ginger Jefferson, a local talent from Hampstead, who has participated in nine September Song productions and currently sings with "The Candlelighters", a music ensemble based at the Glyndon Methodist Church. Ginger is a student of vocal coach, Phyllis Rudolph. Our 2nd set will begin with Ginger performing "Amazing Grace".
(Join in the excitement as Street Cars of Desire will be in the City Park at 5:30 pm displaying their cars for our enjoyment!)
July 20, 2008-Rich Clare- PENTAGON with Rico and The Ravens-Rock & Roll, Rhythm & Blues...from then until now! (This concert may last until 9:30pm.)
Pentagon is a 6-piece show band that plays Rock & Roll and Rhythm & Blues from the time it started until now, showcasing the music from Wilson Picket to Smash Mouth... from Buddy Holly to U2! They will conjure up a memory, make you laugh along the way! Pentagon is best known for their 6-part vocal harmonies and unique brand of humor. The band has performed in Las Vegas, Atlantic City, and Puerto Rico. Pentagon has been a mainstay at Hershey Park Amphitheater for the past 30 years! www.richclarepentagonbandfanclub.com
"National Anthem" will be sung acappella by Jennifer Rose, a well-known entertainer & very dear friend to many of us at our summer concert series through these past years, who is an extremely talented country, rock, pop singer. Our 2nd set will open with Jennifer performing "America the Beautiful".
(Join the festivities and be sure to vote for your favorite touring motorcycle as the Gold Wing Road Riders Association will be displaying their bikes at 5:30 pm!)
July 27, 2008-The Van-Dells-Oldies, Rock & Roll Show Group
The Van-Dells are an oldies show group that specializes in 50's and 60's Rock & Roll and are billed as "the Nations #1 Rock & Roll Review!" Back by popular demand for a repeat performance, be entertained by a cross section of oldies combined with a unique blend of comedy, choreography, tight harmonies and costume changes. www.van-dells.com
"National Anthem" will be sung acappella by ONE ACCORD, a 17-voice men's chorus from Sandy Mount United Methodist Church in Finksburg, who has been singing together for more than 10 years, under the skilled direction of Linda Wheat. Our 2nd set will open with the chorus singing "God Bless America".
(Join us in the City Park as Classic Corvette Club of Maryland will begin showcasing their cars at 5:30 pm!)
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