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2002...
November Concert Details:
November 1 Redwood Central
The Red Wood Central sound is a solid blend of original traditionally
based music for the world of "blues and other foolproof sources."
Vocal, acoustic guitars and harmonicas ate the foundation
of the Red Wood Central sound. The groove is optimal. Red
Wood Central formed in the summer of 1995. Michelle "Red"
April and Al Wood realized a musical vision that married a
strong sense of melody with a deep reverence for the blues
and other forms of traditional music. These early days planted
the seed for the Red Wood Central that now exists.
fri 8pm tickets: $8
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November 2 Salvation Army Christmas
Basket Benefit with Andy McGaw & Redwood Central
Andy has just released his CD, as have Redwood Central. Together
they will put on an evening of music with the door proceeds
going to insure that some families are not forgotten over
Christmas holidays.
sat 8pm tickets: $10
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November 3 Flapjack
Flapjack are a delightful group, dressed up in old flappers
era clothing (hats and all), playing a style of music reminiscent
of the dirty thirtys, flat bed trucks, and close friendships.
They are playing at a weekend ceilidh, then dropping in for
some more fun and music.
sun 5pm tickets: $5
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November 7 Celtic Cross Benefit
A purpose, in part, of the evening is to introduce the work
of the "Committee" which is to erect a monument in memory
of those workers who lost their lives while building the Rideau
Canal (1826 - 1832). The opening will be a Reading by Rob
O'Gorman on the significance of the "Celtic Cross". Mike Heenan
will read some poetry. (Gaelic, Old, and current English).
Teresa Healey will then do some vocals. Ian Phillips will
play the Harp. Kevin Dooley and friends will then play (some
vocal, flute etc..) The end of the evening will see all come
together.
thurs 8pm tickets: $10
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November 8 Jory
Nash & Hilary Jensen
Jory Nash is a singer, with a strong warm voice that urges
people to listen. He is also a storyteller, and his live shows
are peppered with humourous anecdotes that are almost as important
to the live show as his songs. Jory Nash’s sound is complex
and varied. He has been compared to Paul Simon, Gordon Lightfoot,
Nick Drake, Joni Mitchell and other singer-songwriters, but
to get a complete picture you really have to listen to him
yourself.
Recently Hilary was written up in The Ottawa Citizen. Her
voice, songs, and stage presence had caught the ear and eye
of reporter Susan Lightstone who was amazed at this 16 year
old performing on Open Stages.
fri 8pm tickets: $9
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November 9 Charlie
Sohmer & Alex
Sinclair
Together these two bring traditional and original music that
sounds like traditional to our stage. Charlie has toured Canada
with his band, and has an acerbic wit that he aims at the
pompous (at least that is his aim). Alex is a driving force
in the Canadian music scene making things better for folkies
everywhere. You may know him as one of the trio known as Tamarack.
Sat 8pm tickets: $10
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November 10
tues 8pm tickets: $
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November 14 An evening of reading
Shakespeare
Exactly what it sounds like. People bring their copies of
Macbeth, then sit around and read the play aloud.
thurs 7:30pm
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November 15 Kathy, Kate, Caoimhin
The women love banjo, and Caoimhin (Kevin) loves Billy Bragg.
A split bill event with enough diversity in music to confuse
anyone. But you'll love it.
fri 8pm tickets: $7
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November 16 Keeble & Willis
I could not help myself in the naming of this concert. Even
if it makes them sound like an attorney's office. :-) David
Keeble and Jay Willis are two superb songwriters. David has
recently released a new CD. These guys are incredible wordsmiths.
Jay incorporates amazing South American rhythms into some
of his songs. I am looking forward to this evening.
Sat 8pm tickets: $8
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November 17 Jeff Belanger with
o/a Rick Hayes
Jeff has written songs about his travels, his son, and his
thoughts. But then so has Rick. Hmmm. But Rick is from the
Rock, while Jeff is from Ottawa. They sound different. They
don't even look alike. They have both earned the respect of
the Wednesday night Open Stagers.
Sun 7:30pm tickets: $5
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November 19 Bob
Snider
Canadian singer-songwriter Bob Snider has been called "a national
treasure", "a living legend", "a folk hero", "a talent not
to be missed" and "one of our best songwriters". Asked what
he makes of this acclaim he says "I haven't got a clue. Just
make sure it gets in the bio". Pressed, he adds: "Well, I
love to write songs when I'm in the mood. And I love to perform.
I'm just a ham. And I'm so happy I wrote these songs I really
like to hang the act on. Now I just have to go sit on-stage
for 45 minutes, then -- coffee break. On a big night I put
in another 45 minutes then another coffee break".
tues 7:30pm tickets: $12
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November 21
thurs 7:30pm tickets: $
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November 22 Ruth Stewart-Verger
& Charlie Sohmer
Fresh from a successful festival performance Ruth and Charlie
presented history in story and music. The audience was moved,
tears showed on many faces.
fri 8pm tickets: $10
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November 23 Angie
Nussey, Linda
M, Julie
Perrault
In just 2 years, the inception of Angie Nussey's solo
professional music career has led to the release of a full
length CD, music video, and national radio and television
coverage. Such marked success in a short time serves to prove
that Angie is a formidable up and coming force in the Canadian
music scene. Angie's uniquely interpersonal songwriting and
performance style is not only a product of her innate compassion,
but a small town upbringing in Sudbury, Ontario.
This year brought music from Linda M's debut album,
Bliss Machine, to the Warner Bros. Television Network hit
show, Dawson's Creek.2002 also kick started for Linda M with
a spot in the Pantene Pro Voice competition TOP 20! In between
hosting monthly installments of Toronto's favorite songwriter
in the round, Girls with Guitars, Linda M showcases her pop
ballads on pianoand guitar all over North America and Germany!
She is currently recording her latest material with producer
Jim Zolis (Jane Siberry) and is scheduled to release in the
fall/winter of 2002.
Julie Perrault’s music has crawled under the skin of
many listeners with her emotionally charged voice, incredible
vocal range and witty songwriting. Her rich melodies are backed
by upbeat and unique guitar rhythms with alternate tunings,
alternating tempos, sly picking sequences and an individual
sound that is distinctly 'Julie'. Her lyrics are candid and
inspiring, like the conversations that you have with your
best friend.
Sat 8pm tickets: $8
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November 29 Clay George
travelling in from the west with a new CD
fri 8pm tickets: $7
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November 30 Lynn
Harrison & Tony
Turner
In 1998, Lynn began to perform her original folk/pop
songs in Toronto venues and in 2001 she released her first
album, "Lynoleum", produced by David Woodhead and featuring
Kim Ratcliffe, Al Cross, Woodhead and many others. Les Siemieniuk
of Penguin Eggs magazine describes it as a "wonderful collection
of quirky, sensitive and just plain real songs" a welcome
addition to the Canadian folk music scene". Manitoba reviewer
Scott Carman writes "Harrison fuses k.d. lang crooning with
Cowboy Junkies earthiness to create a sound distinctly her
own."
Tony has won the 1998 Ottawa Folklore Centre’s songwriting
contest with The Old Music Shop; become the managing organizer
of Writer’s Bloc; written and performed countless songs contributed
songs and been musical director for three productions by the
Lakeside Players community theatre group and acted in and
produced music for another staged play and is now releasing
his own CD.
sat 8pm tickets: $9
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