Salon Concerts at the Wamsutta ClubThe gracious mansion built by James Arnold in 1821 provides the perfect setting for our monthly series of traditional music concerts. On the first Saturday of every month except July, performers from around the world present the very best acoustic music from a number of musical traditions, including Celtic, Americana, the Blues, Cajun and Scandinavian. We use minimal sound reinforcement, allowing for a greater degree of intimacy than is afforded in most concert settings. We believe this format provides an atmosphere that enhances the experience for all. All concerts begin at 7 p.m. (except for the annual "Mississippi in Massachusetts Blues & Barbecue Bash" in August) and all in attendance are invited to repair to the Rounders' Club afterward to share a little food, drink and conversation with the artists. Food and beverage service is also available during the performances. The Club is located in the heart of historic New Bedford, at 427 County Street (corner of Union). Past performers include Danielle Miraglia; Beaucoup Blue; Kim & Reggie Harris; Sherman Lee and The Dillonaires; The Harper & The Minstrel; John Roberts; Cold Chocolate; Beaucoup Blue; Roosevelt Dime; Lauren Sheehan and Dale Robin Goodman. This season's lineup is as follows: April 2: Flynn Cohen and the Neo-Trad Experience Acoustic Guitarist Flynn Cohen has performed all over the world with many notable acts in traditional and contemporary acoustic music. He can be seen in concert with the American folk band LOW LILY (formerly known as Annalivia), and legendary Irish Accordion player John Whelan, as well as solo and duo shows playing music from his four solo albums. Among his many recordings is his first with Wepecket, released last year: "The Lazy Farmer." Flynn has also performed with Ruth Moody, Halali, The Sevens, Aoife Clancy, Cathie Ryan, Lawrence Nugent, Skip Healy, Joe Derrane and Frank Ferrel, John McGann, Matt Glaser, Brian Wicklund, Tony Watt and Southeast Expressway, Adrienne Young, Jake & Taylor Armerding, Gail Davies, Jilly Martin, Malibu Storm, Bruce MacGregor, Lissa Schneckenburger, Laura Cortese, Mark Simos, Women of Ireland, The Vancouver Symphony, the Orchestra of Indian Hill, Revels, and Footworks Percussive Dance Ensemble, among others. He studied Music at Dartington College of Arts in Devon, England and at Mills College in Oakland, California and now teaches in the Music Dept at Keene State College in New Hampshire, as well as The Music Emporium in Lexington, Massachusetts. Get your tickets early to be assured of a seat. May 7: Wepecket Island's own Rolling Roots Revue We're not just the hosts of this show, we're also the players. An extraordinary array of Wepecket recording artists will gather to swap songs, back up one another and present a dazzling collation of the best of traditional American music. Expect rich vocal harmonies, hot blues, poignant love songs, raucous sing-alongs, and any or all of the following: fiddle, guitar, mandolin, banjo, bass, piano, dulcimer, hand percussion, washboard ... and more! This will be the departure eve show for 'Ragtime' Jack and some of the troupe, who will be heading out to Colorado on a three-week-long tour. Make yourself part of the joyous sendoff! Get your tickets early to be assured of a seat. ENTRY FOR JUNE SHOW ENDS HERE--> |
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