Topic: Live Music
Fountainsun to Perform at Alchemy Art Center
Written on August 21, 2019 at 8:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Alchemy Art Center will host Fountainsun for a return performance almost one year later on Saturday, August 24th at 8pm. The show will take place in the Dome at Alchemy Art Center located at 1255 Wold Rd, Friday Harbor. A $10 donation is requested at the door. Parking is limited, please carpool. Fountainsun is the Continue Reading
Sway Wild (Featuring Dave McGraw & Mandy Fer)
Written on August 15, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Mandy Fer & Dave McGraw are back at it with new perspective, a new name, and a new sound. Sway Wild is their own unique blend of indie-rock, folk, funk and pop, influenced heavily by all the wild things around and within them. Known as a standout electric guitarist and multi-instrumentalist, Mandy Fer fills the stage with Continue Reading
Summer Melodious Notes Over the Harbor
Written on August 14, 2019 at 8:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
After a very successful concert in April, Melodious Notes is trying something new by being in the Gubelman for an evening and afternoon performance. This will give the audience an intimate setting so that they will be able to be up close and personal with the musicians. The performances are designed to be lighter and Continue Reading
Channel Your Inner Rock Star
Written on August 10, 2019 at 7:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Come Sing Rock Classics and Hits with Members of the Chameleons, Desolation Sound, and Special Guests. Tired of only singing your favorite songs in the car? Are you ready to belt your heart out live? Well, here’s your chance to live out your rock star dreams, Sign up by Thursday, August 15th at 4:00pm in Continue Reading
Hot Club Jazz with Pearl Django
Written on July 28, 2019 at 7:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
With a performance history spanning more than two decades, Pearl Django endures as one of the most highly regarded Hot Club style groups working today. Although the band’s roots are firmly in the music made famous by Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli, its extensive repertoire includes traditional jazz classics and original compositions. Pearl Django has Continue Reading
Lori Goldston to Perform at Alchemy Art Center
Written on July 26, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Alchemy Art Center will host Lori Goldston, avant garde cellist best known for her work with Nirvana, for a haunting and immersive performance on Thursday, August 1st at 8pm. The show will take place in the Dome at Alchemy Art Center located at 1255 Wold Rd, Friday Harbor. A $10 donation is requested at the Continue Reading
Ferry Sing
Written on July 23, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Island Chordsmen Plus (mixed gender) barbershop chorus from San Juan Island is presenting two free FERRY SING gatherings this summer, with the first on the 1st of August just around the corner. That’s a Thursday afternoon/evening and will feature both the chorus and the all woman ensemble “Sound Vibrations” that you’ve heard on the Continue Reading
3rd Annual Lakedale Music Festival
Written on July 18, 2019 at 7:21 am, by Tim Dustrude
Lakedale Resort at Three Lakes is pleased to present their third annual jazz festival featuring jazz guitarist Brian Nova. Attendees will enjoy performances in the Meadow and on Lakedale’s lodge deck overlooking beautiful Neva Lake. Festival proceeds will benefit the San Juan Islands School Music Programs and Terry’s Kids. The festival is open to all Continue Reading
Broadway comes to SJI for the SJCT Summer Festival
Written on July 15, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Ben Jeffrey will be joining San Juan Community Theatre from the New York production of Disney’s The Lion King for two extraordinary events! Ben has been playing the role of Pumbaa for nine years, and singing his heart out on Broadway and in tours across the country. Story and Song: A Cabaret Friday, July 19th, Continue Reading
Space Lady to Perform at Alchemy Art Center
Written on July 15, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Alchemy Art Center will host living outsider music legend Susan Dietrich, known by most as The Space Lady, for an unforgettable performance on Tuesday, July 16th at 8pm. The show will take place in the Dome at Alchemy Art Center located at 1255 Wold Rd, Friday Harbor. A $10-15 donation is requested at the door. Continue Reading
Cancelled
Written on July 10, 2019 at 1:40 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Due to today’s weather, tonight’s Music on the Lawn featuring the Chameleons has been cancelled.
The Ruth Moody Band
Written on July 10, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Coming to San Juan Community Theatre on Sunday, July 14 at 7:30 pm, it’s the Ruth Moody Band Ruth Moody is a two-time Juno Award winning singer-songwriter from Winnipeg, Manitoba. Founding member of the internationally renowned, Billboard-charting trio The Wailin’ Jennys, she has performed in sold-out venues around the world, made numerous critically-acclaimed albums, received Continue Reading
Soft Opening
Written on July 6, 2019 at 9:21 am, by Tim Dustrude
Cynthia invites you to her Soft Opening… This Saturday – July 6th – 4:00 to 7:00 with Daniel Day & Scott Sluis playing music from 5 – 7:00 pm. Join us at Cynthia’s Bistro for late afternoon/early evening music and small plates & libations House Wine & Beer – $6.00 We will be offering an Continue Reading
Abbey Road Live!
Written on June 24, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Abbey Road LIVE! Celebrating the Abbey Road album’s 50th anniversary! 50 years ago, as Woodstock became the defining moment of the ‘60s generation, the Beatles recorded and released their own crown jewel: Abbey Road, their final and most iconic studio album. The image of John, Paul George and Ringo walking the London crosswalk is perhaps Continue Reading
3rd Saturday Contra Dance
Written on June 14, 2019 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
This month’s dance features two of our favorites, Eric Anderson and Joe Micheals, trading calling and musical duties, and who are bringing their friends Sande Gillette on fiddle and Betsey Cooper on flute to join them. A very versatile group promising a great dance here on the island. As always with contra dance, all dances Continue Reading
The Bills at SJCT this Weekend
Written on June 11, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
With two previous JUNO nominations and multiple Western Canadian Music Awards under their belts, expect the musical magic you’ve come to love from this extraordinary quintet. The Bills are renowned for their instrumental virtuosity, lush vocal arrangements, evocative songwriting, and a refreshing sound that transcends musical boundaries and defies simple categorization. Strings, bellows, keys, voices, Continue Reading
Tribal Gallop BellyDance and Drum Troupe
Written on June 10, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Susan Derr Drake and Paul Drake share this announcement with you… Lalalalalalalalaaaa… in high notes, fast moving tongues and hands covering mouths, Zagarettes can be heard when Tribal Gallop arrives to BellyDance and Drum. New to Friday Harbor, Susan Derr Drake, a Certified Tribal BlackSheep BellyDance Instructor and her Doumbek-drumming husband, Paul, offer classes and Continue Reading
Western Female to Play at Alchemy Art Center
Written on June 2, 2019 at 7:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
New York’s Western Female will play at Alchemy Art Center on San Juan Island, Friday June 14th at 8pm in The Dome. Western Female is the musical project of songwriter and former Orcas Islander, Melanie Beth Curran. Through channels of Americana, Old Time, Honky-Tonk, Croon, Early Jazz, French Chanson, Rock n’ Roll, and Spoken Word, Continue Reading
Barbershop Bonanza
Written on May 20, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Island Chordsmen Plus show is on a Saturday evening this year, June 1 at 7:30 at SJ Community Theatre. Enjoy the Artists’ Studio Tour and the Lions’ Friday Harbor Bike Fest on Saturday, June 1st then round out the day with entertainment by Island Chordsmen Plus. And adding to their show are Sound Vibrations, Continue Reading
Island Sinfonia
Written on May 10, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
The spring concert series by Island Sinfonia is upon us. On Sunday, May 19, Island Sinfonia will present their annual concert at St. David’s Episcopal Church in Friday Harbor at 3:00 pm. Admission is by donation and students are always free. This year’s program promises to be extra special, and will feature flautists Linda Stone Continue Reading
Third Saturday Contra Dance
Written on May 9, 2019 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
This month our caller is Carol Piening from Olympia and our band is The Possum Carvers from Port Townsend, featuring Scott Marckx on fiddle, Jeanie Murphy on banjo and Chris Cooper on guitar, wonderful old-time music and energetic cheerful calling by Carol. As always with contra dance, all dances are taught, no need to bring Continue Reading
Melodious Notes over the Harbor
Written on April 1, 2019 at 2:52 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Classical delights are headed your way this Saturday, April 6, at 7:30 pm with Melodious Notes Over the Harbor at San Juan Community Theatre! This will be a lovely chamber concert and will include the favorite “Moonlight Sonata” by Beethoven, played by Kay Zavislak, part of the Chopin “Cello Sonata” with Sasha Von Dassow, and Continue Reading
Fountainsun to Perform at Alchemy Art Center
Written on August 21, 2019 at 8:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
Alchemy Art Center will host Fountainsun for a return performance almost one year later on Saturday, August 24th at 8pm. The show will take place in the Dome at Alchemy Art Center located at 1255 Wold Rd, Friday Harbor. A $10 donation is requested at the door. Parking is limited, please carpool. Fountainsun is the Continue Reading
Sway Wild (Featuring Dave McGraw & Mandy Fer)
Written on August 15, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Mandy Fer & Dave McGraw are back at it with new perspective, a new name, and a new sound. Sway Wild is their own unique blend of indie-rock, folk, funk and pop, influenced heavily by all the wild things around and within them. Known as a standout electric guitarist and multi-instrumentalist, Mandy Fer fills the stage with Continue Reading
Summer Melodious Notes Over the Harbor
Written on August 14, 2019 at 8:40 am, by Tim Dustrude
After a very successful concert in April, Melodious Notes is trying something new by being in the Gubelman for an evening and afternoon performance. This will give the audience an intimate setting so that they will be able to be up close and personal with the musicians. The performances are designed to be lighter and Continue Reading
Channel Your Inner Rock Star
Written on August 10, 2019 at 7:52 am, by Tim Dustrude
Come Sing Rock Classics and Hits with Members of the Chameleons, Desolation Sound, and Special Guests. Tired of only singing your favorite songs in the car? Are you ready to belt your heart out live? Well, here’s your chance to live out your rock star dreams, Sign up by Thursday, August 15th at 4:00pm in Continue Reading
Hot Club Jazz with Pearl Django
Written on July 28, 2019 at 7:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
With a performance history spanning more than two decades, Pearl Django endures as one of the most highly regarded Hot Club style groups working today. Although the band’s roots are firmly in the music made famous by Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli, its extensive repertoire includes traditional jazz classics and original compositions. Pearl Django has Continue Reading
Lori Goldston to Perform at Alchemy Art Center
Written on July 26, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Alchemy Art Center will host Lori Goldston, avant garde cellist best known for her work with Nirvana, for a haunting and immersive performance on Thursday, August 1st at 8pm. The show will take place in the Dome at Alchemy Art Center located at 1255 Wold Rd, Friday Harbor. A $10 donation is requested at the Continue Reading
Ferry Sing
Written on July 23, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Island Chordsmen Plus (mixed gender) barbershop chorus from San Juan Island is presenting two free FERRY SING gatherings this summer, with the first on the 1st of August just around the corner. That’s a Thursday afternoon/evening and will feature both the chorus and the all woman ensemble “Sound Vibrations” that you’ve heard on the Continue Reading
3rd Annual Lakedale Music Festival
Written on July 18, 2019 at 7:21 am, by Tim Dustrude
Lakedale Resort at Three Lakes is pleased to present their third annual jazz festival featuring jazz guitarist Brian Nova. Attendees will enjoy performances in the Meadow and on Lakedale’s lodge deck overlooking beautiful Neva Lake. Festival proceeds will benefit the San Juan Islands School Music Programs and Terry’s Kids. The festival is open to all Continue Reading
Broadway comes to SJI for the SJCT Summer Festival
Written on July 15, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Ben Jeffrey will be joining San Juan Community Theatre from the New York production of Disney’s The Lion King for two extraordinary events! Ben has been playing the role of Pumbaa for nine years, and singing his heart out on Broadway and in tours across the country. Story and Song: A Cabaret Friday, July 19th, Continue Reading
Space Lady to Perform at Alchemy Art Center
Written on July 15, 2019 at 5:49 am, by Tim Dustrude
Alchemy Art Center will host living outsider music legend Susan Dietrich, known by most as The Space Lady, for an unforgettable performance on Tuesday, July 16th at 8pm. The show will take place in the Dome at Alchemy Art Center located at 1255 Wold Rd, Friday Harbor. A $10-15 donation is requested at the door. Continue Reading
Cancelled
Written on July 10, 2019 at 1:40 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Due to today’s weather, tonight’s Music on the Lawn featuring the Chameleons has been cancelled.
The Ruth Moody Band
Written on July 10, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Coming to San Juan Community Theatre on Sunday, July 14 at 7:30 pm, it’s the Ruth Moody Band Ruth Moody is a two-time Juno Award winning singer-songwriter from Winnipeg, Manitoba. Founding member of the internationally renowned, Billboard-charting trio The Wailin’ Jennys, she has performed in sold-out venues around the world, made numerous critically-acclaimed albums, received Continue Reading
Soft Opening
Written on July 6, 2019 at 9:21 am, by Tim Dustrude
Cynthia invites you to her Soft Opening… This Saturday – July 6th – 4:00 to 7:00 with Daniel Day & Scott Sluis playing music from 5 – 7:00 pm. Join us at Cynthia’s Bistro for late afternoon/early evening music and small plates & libations House Wine & Beer – $6.00 We will be offering an Continue Reading
Abbey Road Live!
Written on June 24, 2019 at 5:50 am, by Tim Dustrude
Abbey Road LIVE! Celebrating the Abbey Road album’s 50th anniversary! 50 years ago, as Woodstock became the defining moment of the ‘60s generation, the Beatles recorded and released their own crown jewel: Abbey Road, their final and most iconic studio album. The image of John, Paul George and Ringo walking the London crosswalk is perhaps Continue Reading
3rd Saturday Contra Dance
Written on June 14, 2019 at 5:47 am, by Tim Dustrude
This month’s dance features two of our favorites, Eric Anderson and Joe Micheals, trading calling and musical duties, and who are bringing their friends Sande Gillette on fiddle and Betsey Cooper on flute to join them. A very versatile group promising a great dance here on the island. As always with contra dance, all dances Continue Reading
The Bills at SJCT this Weekend
Written on June 11, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
With two previous JUNO nominations and multiple Western Canadian Music Awards under their belts, expect the musical magic you’ve come to love from this extraordinary quintet. The Bills are renowned for their instrumental virtuosity, lush vocal arrangements, evocative songwriting, and a refreshing sound that transcends musical boundaries and defies simple categorization. Strings, bellows, keys, voices, Continue Reading
Tribal Gallop BellyDance and Drum Troupe
Written on June 10, 2019 at 5:48 am, by Tim Dustrude
Susan Derr Drake and Paul Drake share this announcement with you… Lalalalalalalalaaaa… in high notes, fast moving tongues and hands covering mouths, Zagarettes can be heard when Tribal Gallop arrives to BellyDance and Drum. New to Friday Harbor, Susan Derr Drake, a Certified Tribal BlackSheep BellyDance Instructor and her Doumbek-drumming husband, Paul, offer classes and Continue Reading
Western Female to Play at Alchemy Art Center
Written on June 2, 2019 at 7:30 am, by Tim Dustrude
New York’s Western Female will play at Alchemy Art Center on San Juan Island, Friday June 14th at 8pm in The Dome. Western Female is the musical project of songwriter and former Orcas Islander, Melanie Beth Curran. Through channels of Americana, Old Time, Honky-Tonk, Croon, Early Jazz, French Chanson, Rock n’ Roll, and Spoken Word, Continue Reading
Barbershop Bonanza
Written on May 20, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
The Island Chordsmen Plus show is on a Saturday evening this year, June 1 at 7:30 at SJ Community Theatre. Enjoy the Artists’ Studio Tour and the Lions’ Friday Harbor Bike Fest on Saturday, June 1st then round out the day with entertainment by Island Chordsmen Plus. And adding to their show are Sound Vibrations, Continue Reading
Island Sinfonia
Written on May 10, 2019 at 5:45 am, by Tim Dustrude
The spring concert series by Island Sinfonia is upon us. On Sunday, May 19, Island Sinfonia will present their annual concert at St. David’s Episcopal Church in Friday Harbor at 3:00 pm. Admission is by donation and students are always free. This year’s program promises to be extra special, and will feature flautists Linda Stone Continue Reading
Third Saturday Contra Dance
Written on May 9, 2019 at 5:43 am, by Tim Dustrude
This month our caller is Carol Piening from Olympia and our band is The Possum Carvers from Port Townsend, featuring Scott Marckx on fiddle, Jeanie Murphy on banjo and Chris Cooper on guitar, wonderful old-time music and energetic cheerful calling by Carol. As always with contra dance, all dances are taught, no need to bring Continue Reading
Melodious Notes over the Harbor
Written on April 1, 2019 at 2:52 pm, by Tim Dustrude
Classical delights are headed your way this Saturday, April 6, at 7:30 pm with Melodious Notes Over the Harbor at San Juan Community Theatre! This will be a lovely chamber concert and will include the favorite “Moonlight Sonata” by Beethoven, played by Kay Zavislak, part of the Chopin “Cello Sonata” with Sasha Von Dassow, and Continue Reading