Summer Music Series 2010
'Al Fresco' in the Gardens of The Governor’s Inn and Cafe.
Three types of concerts - Acoustic, Rock, and Folk Roots -
All events are shine or rain (under the big tent!)
and FREE to the public (donations appreciated).
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Acoustic Fridays on the Front Lawn 6-9pm
Solo, duo, and trios of top-notch accoustic musicians perform from the stage on the front lawn in front of The Governor's Inn. Seating at garden tables or on the new deck. The full menu and bar of Spaulding Steak & Ale is available. Sponsored by Associates in Family Dentistry, Artstream, Federal Savings Bank, The Law Offices of Carl W. Potvin, and Studley's Flower Gardens
Rockin' Saturdays at The Cafe! 7-10pm
Classic and progressive Rock! These Saturday night concerts feature local area Rock and Jam bands performing from the stage at The Cafe. These surprisingly talented performers bring their following ... so come join the party! Sponsored by First City Auto, Bourque's Flooring, TKO Printing, and Sal's Pizza of Somersworth
The Sunday Garden Concerts 4 to 7pm
Blues, Bluegrass, Folk & Americana! This series has become a popular tradition among music lovers to end the weekend on a Sunday afternoon in an idyllic garden setting. The impressive lineup of regional touring bands brings talent recognized nationally who have performed at Carnegie Hall, The Kennedy Center, National Public Radio’s "Mountain Stage," the famed Philadelphia Folk Festival and other widely acclaimed venues across the country. These concerts are family affairs in an idyllic garden setting where people can choose to sit in the enclosed 'beer garden' with tables, or bring their own lawn blankets or chairs and enjoy the concert up close. Sponsored by Metrocast, Spence & Mattews Insurance, The Kid's Dentist, Rochester Sports Center, and Sebastian Septic Services
Upcoming Shows ...
Fri, July 30 Barry & Susan Young
A new twist to traditional song with harmonica and guitar
http://virb.com/barryarvinyoungsolo
Fri, Aug.6 Ken Veno
Acoustic Jam
Fri, Aug. 13 George Donatello
Refreshing mix of music
Fri, Aug. 20 Art & Jeff Nickless
Favorite Country and Rock Covers
Fri, Aug. 27 Presentense
Sweet, operatic vocals and uplifting guitar.
http://www.myspace.com/presentensemusic
Fri, Sept. 9 Bob Cangello
A good time favorite with a fun, happy-hour blend
Fri, Sept. 17 George Donetello
Refreshing mix of music
Fri, Sept. 24 Brian Munger
Acoustic folk mix
http://www.myspace.com/brianmungerproject
Rockin' Saturdays at The Cafe
Sat., July 31 Dead Ahead
The sound & music of The Greatful Dead
http://sites.google.com/site/deadaheadnh
Sat., Aug. 7 Nippin' the Nub
Experimental Progressive Rock
http://www.myspace.com/site/deadaheadnh
Sat., Aug. 14 Dekoto
Fantastic mix of rock
http://dekoto.net
Sat., Aug. 21 Yankee Jack
Country Music Hall of Famer
http://www.yankeejack.com
Sat., Aug. 28 George Brown Band
American Funk Blend
http://www.myspace.com/georgebrownmusic
Sat., Sept. 11 Nippin the Nub
Experimental Progressive Rock
http://www.myspace.com/nipthenub
Sat., Sept. 18 Six Feet Over
Classic yet refreshing Rock n' Roll!
http://www.myspace.com/sixfeetovermusic
Sat., Sept. 25 George Brown Band
American Funk Blend
http://www.myspace.com/georgebrownmusic
The Sunday Garden Concerts
Sun., Aug. 1 The Amorphous Band
(note: Charlie Strater will not be playing)
A fabulous blend of jazz, funk, soul, and rock
http://www.amorphousmusic.com
Sun., Aug. 8 Elsa Cross Band
Roots and Rockabilly
http://www.elsacross.com
Sun., Aug. 15 Truffle
Dave Gerard packs 20 years of music in a melting pot!
http://www.gerardtruffle.com
Sun., Aug. 22 Hank& Dixie & the Knotty Pine Boys
Fantastic blend of Country Western
http://www.joyscream.com
Sun., Aug 29 Sweet Wednesday
Singing Storytellers that'll make you laugh and cry
http://sweetwednesday.com
Sun., Sept. 12 Hey Mama
Sexy roots swagger with populist fire
http://heymamamusic.com/fr_news.cfm
Sun., Sept 19 Taylor River Band
Fast playing, harmonious Bluegrass
http://taylorriverband.com/index.html
Sun., Sept. 26 Kate Redgate
Acoustic driven blues, folk, country & rock
http://www.myspace.com/kateredgate
