Celebration of Acoustic Music - Performers

Celebration of Acoustic Music - Performers

Saturday, April 16

7-10 PM

Tickets: $5

Jack B. Kussmal Theater

Frederick Community College

Frederick Acoustic Music Enterprise presents a Celebration of Acoustic Music Saturday, April 16 at the Jack B. Kussmal Theater on the campus of Frederick Community College. The show will feature six of Frederick County's best acoustic performers from 7- 10 PM. Tickets are $5.

The show will feature Scott Barrett, Pete Looney, Brian Derek, Moon Music, John DuRant and Mike Schirf with Dan Mack. Some of these performers have been playing around Frederick for decades, others are relatively new to the area. All of them represent the rising quality of music in Frederick County.

This show is the first step in F.A.M.E.'s goal of developing a venue for working acoustic performers that is between the coffeehouses and the Weinberg. It is the group's desire to develop a performance setting where appreciative audiences can listen and participate in the music. A venue where select performers can showcase the best they have to offer. A setting where the music is the main focus.

F.A.M.E. will be developing several more of these concerts through the remainder of the year. It is also our hope to expand the public's definition of "acoustic" to include a wide variety of genres including folk, bluegrass, jazz, classical, choral, and gospel. Through these events we will encourage local musicians to hone their craft to the ultimate of their abilities. It is our belief that Frederick, both city and county, can and should be a musical destination for visitors with some of the finest music in the U.S.

Scott Barrett

Performance description:

Scott performs a wide variety of musical stylings with energy and a bit of humor.

Bio:

A founding member of progressive country rock band “Salt Creek”, Scott performed over 250 shows a year from 1976-1980 throughout most of the western US and Canada. Inspired by a Salt Creek reunion show in 1996, Scott delved into a solo career that now includes the “Jump Blues” music he has always loved. A creative goal was realized with the release of his first full length CD “35, and a Month of Days” in the summer of 2009. Scott currently performs as a solo, duo, and with his 4 piece band “The Darnrights”

Website: www.scottbarrettmusic.com

Pete Looney

Performance description:

Pete Looney brings his energetic and soulful sound to the stage with cleverly lyrical original tunes, as well as tributes to a couple of our fallen musical heroes, Joe Cocker and Scott Weiland.

Moon Music

Performance description:

With a foundation of original arrangements, Moon Music layers exquisite harmonies and genuine passion to create a truly one-of-a-kind listening experience!

BIO:

Native Loudoun County trio, Moon Music, forged a partnership over eight years ago, with a signature nuanced three-part harmony vocal sound, backed by beautiful piano and acoustic guitar. Jim Moon, acclaimed pianist and guitarist had been playing in classic rock band, Mr. Jimmy, alongside fellow musician Mary Alyce. The two then joined forces again, along with Deb Dalby, singer and percussionist, to complete the Moon Music trio. Moon Music is known for their original arrangements of “unlikely covers” for a vocal trio — songs by Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin, U2 and many more.

WEBSITE: www.moonmusicband.com

Mike Schirf and Dan Mack

One sentence:
Mike Schirf and Dan Mack blend seamless vocal harmonies and intricate guitar work, rejuvenating favorite songs and crafting a sound that is both unique and familiar.

Mike Bio

Mike picked up the guitar at a young age, and began playing his self-taught style in church andyouth coffee houses by the age of 14. In 1973, he began playing solo inFrederick, acoustically performing covers from many genres. After spending 5yrs. playing full time ('77-'82), performing became an avocation and he has been playing various local venues ever since.

Dan bio:
Dan Mack is an accomplished musician, songwriter and composer. His original music catalog includes songs in a wide variety of genres, from pop tunes, country ballads, folk songs and blues to good old rock 'n' roll. A graduate of Shenandoah Conservatory of Music, Dan also composes and arranges music for solo finger-style guitar. He is a skilled performer on acoustic, electric and classical guitar. It has been reported that he also plays mandolin, ukulele and harmonica, but this cannot be confirmed by eyewitness accounts.

John DuRant

Performance Description:

With an emphasis on fun, John DuRant brings back the wonders of the Romantic Age though ballads, story songs and historic melodies.

Bio:

The Troubadour Lives! John DuRant, who performed for seven years as the Host of The Troubadour TV Show, brings back the wonders of the Romantic Age though ballads, story songs and historic melodies. Great fun for both children and adults – Singing-a-long is encouraged. Don't be surprised if John leaves the stage to come down into the audience for a serenade or two.

From half a dozen kids at the single-street New Market Day's Festival to an audience of several thousand at the Children's Festival for the Chesapeake Bay, (Pier Six Music Pavilion, downtown Baltimore), the "Old World Troubadour" John DuRant has performed for children of all ages with his old-favorites-songs and more recent tunes, as well as his many stories - acted out as much as told.

For over five years, John has hosted the Troubadour Show on Frederick CableVision, featuring local children and drawing upon the talents of many other, well known regional entertainers for song, mime, and storytelling.

A perennial performer at many outdoor festivals, such as the Maryland Renaissance Festival and the Great Waterford Fair, John's strolling performances fascinate children, while his stage shows allow kids to participate in their own music and storytelling adventures.

An experienced lutanist and expert singer himself, his CD album The Cat Came Back is an asset to any child's (or adult's) music collection - fifteen delightful, serious and funny songs from his "Troubadour Show" repertory.

WEBSITE: http://web8.cc/troubadour/johndurant_bb.html

Brian Derek

Performance Description: a unique blend of traditional, world, and original acoustic sounds.

Bio:

Brian Derek moved to the Frederick area in late 1984, after which he quickly co-founded the regionally popular ‘I Steadies’ band. When that group disbanded after 25 years, he began playing solo, developing a mix of standard covers, world-music, and a cappella features. A multi-instrumentalist, Brian Derek mixes various guitars, ukulele, harmonicas, mountain dulcimer, and occasionally the concertina with humorous antics for an enjoyable evening of music and fun!