Metro Region: New York State Performers, Programmers & Related Resources for Public Libraries & Groups


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Performer	Program	Category	Description	Fee
Montalbine, Diane	Out Of My Dreams- Diane Perry-Jazz violin and vocals	Music	I am a Juilliard-trained classical violinist who has been performing jazz for over 20 years. I currently am doing a music program suitable for all ages, with either piano or keyboard, (or guitar) and prefer to also add bass, and drums, or a guest instrumentalist as well. The program is called Out Of My Dreams after the title of my new CD, and I perform standards and not-so-standard songs from the canon of the American Popular Songbook, as well as originals. I sing and play jazz violin, and even occasionally sneak in a classical piece for fun. Some of the songs are presented in such a way that people can sing along if they wish, and it is designed to be entertaining and fun for the audience, not merely a concert where quiet reigns, and I like to use humor and stories of where the songs came from to enrich the program.	$351- $500
Durst, James	WORK O' THE WEAVERS: Celebrating America's Pioneering Folk Quartet	History, Multicultural- Other, Music	NEW for 2012: WORK O' THE WEAVERS will highlight Woody Guthrie's Centennial throughout 2012. Beginning in 1950 with their 2-sided hit single, Tzena Tzena & Goodnight Irene, the Weavers ignited popular interest in folk music. With a freshness and exuberance never before heard, they enjoyed surprising success until they were caught up in the hysteria of the Cold War anti-communist witchhunts of McCarthyism and HUAC, blacklisted and driven from the stage in 1952 at the height of their popularity. Their triumphant 1955 Carnegie Hall reunion concert and Vanguard recording of the event gave heart to a generation and served to kindle the 'folk boom' of the '50s & '60s, providing a foundation upon which virtually every subsequent folk performer would build. WORK O' THE WEAVERS recalls their timely story and timeless songs. Adhering faithfully to the Weavers' original arrangements, WORK O' THE WEAVERS' (James Durst, David Bernz, Martha Sandefer & Mark Murphy) repertoire includes the beloved familiar songs--as well as some the Weavers never sang, but might be singing were they still active today. An edifying and informative narrative interweaves throughout, and, where appropriate, a visual PowerPoint component augments the program. Rousing, refreshing and relevant.	$1001- $3000
Clive, Young,	The History of Rock Concerts	History, Music, Performing Arts- Other	Clive Young has been a concert industry journalist for more than 15 years, so The History of Rock Concerts offers an insider’s view of how rock concerts grew from Elvis performing in hayfields to the multi-million-dollar spectacles that the Rolling Stones and Madonna present today. Weaving facts, humorous anecdotes, video and PowerPoint together, this program highlights how concerts, like rock music, have always changed to reflect the times. Special attention is paid to The Beatles’ 1965 concert at Shea Stadium Woodstock and its tragic sequel, Woodstock 1999 The epic charity event, Live Aid The first rock concert The top 10 biggest music events ever How MTV influenced the modern rock show Why tickets cost so much today How a show is produced Hearing protection tips As an added bonus, concert earplugs and hearing conservation pamphlets are provided free for all attendees to take home. EXCLUSIVE: While this program features considerable performance footage, The History of Rock Concerts features two video documentaries that are exclusive to this program, showing life behind-the-scenes on recent tours by Fleetwood Mac and The Who. These films can not be seen anywhere else!	$201- $350
Bromka, Sondra & John	'STONE SOUP: DOUBLE TREASURE!' Water + a Stone + Your Imagination 2-for-1 Special	History, Music, Performing Arts- Storytelling	This classic favorite has been crafted to include lots of singing, movement, and active participation for every audience member, making it a perfect choice for family audiences. When a very clever traveler meets a very stingy lady, an extraordinary soup is created from nothing more than the imaginative man’s ordinary stone, water, and his wits and imagination. Our version highlights a valuable clue: There is great joy in sharing, and it is important to always “use your noodle,” and your imagination! Therein lies greatest treasure of all! Young children love the inclusion of other favorite storytelling elements: singalongs, patterns, repetition, and especially, the wondrous and curious ways of “long ago & far away.” For a truly unusual musical experience, songs are accompanied by a real live HURDY GURDY, an unforgettable magical stringed instrument (it doubles as a magic pepper grinder in our telling!) Look forward to an energetic, meaningful, & interactive tandem storytelling experience underscored with live music, resonant with historic authenticity, and alive abundant participation. & 'THE HURDY GURDY CHILDREN'S CONCERT:' HISTORIC INSTRUMENTS TO TREASURE! Reading Program Special: 2 programs for one price: see separate entry	$351- $500
Bezrodnov, Vitaliy	Golden Gates - Singing, Dancing, Instrumental Company (15)	Multicultural- Other, Music, Performing Arts- Dance	Golden Gates offers audiences an entertaining and authentic glimpse into Old Russia through music, song, and dance. The repertoire is centered around masterpieces of Russian folklore and represents the diversity of the culture, ranging from gently humorous songs, to elaborate lyrical suites, to pulsating dance numbers. The program is broad and varied, with something to appeal to everyone, including audience participation though clapping and learning Russian songs and words. Lilting balalaikas, dynamic bayan accordion, unique trashotky and loshky, humorous dances, and superb vocals combine for an exhilarating and educational performance for audiences of all ages.	$501- $1000
Goldberg, Norbert	Kidjazz	Multicultural- Other, Music	This presentation explores the roots of jazz and takes the audience through a chronological journey culminating in today's jazz-fusion styles. The ensemble consists of three to five versatile musicians. Approximate time- 45 mins.- 1 hr. Program highlights: The rhythm section- (piano, bass, drums). Musicians demonstrate their instruments and discuss their role within the ensemble. Introduction to wind instruments - Demonstration of woodwind and/or brass instruments. Improvisation - Presented in an accessible format whereby a simple children's song is played and improvised on. Jazz styles - Various jazz styles (New Orleans Dixieland, Ragtime, Be-bop, Modern, etc.) are presented through excerpts of classic standards. Latin and Brazilian rhythms - Performance of Latin jazz and bossa-nova. Features audience participation using accessory percussion instruments. Fusion - Jazz styles are combined with contemporary rhythms such as funk, and hip-hop.	$1001- $3000
Speed, Sonny	Tornado Alley	Music	Tornado Alley is a five piece acoustic band that features four singer/songwriters on guitar, mandolin, fiddle, dobro and bass and a percussionist. The songs are all original and the sound is pure Americana with a generous helping of three & four-part harmonies that is focused on the vocals and songwriting. Following that tradition, Tornado Alley offers an array of styles from the American back roads that will have you feeling like you’re on a cross-country road trip with your radio on. Tornado Alley captures the feeling in song, of traveling from New England’s folk scene to the Bluegrass Region, across the Texas prairies, up through the Rockies and out to California. Audiences at Tornado Alley’s shows have truly been caught up in the band’s sound and have helped to make a good fan base. The band has opened up for Ricky Skaggs and others and headlined at many theaters, festivals and parks	$351- $500
Hall, Rebecca	Hungrytown in Concert	Music	'Musically, Hungrytown is a rare breed. In this age of fusion, [Rebecca] Hall and [Ken] Anderson prefer to reverse-engineer modern folk. . .writing brand-new ballads that sound straight out of the '30s. Standing face to face, so close that their guitars almost touch, they sing into the same mic, evoking scenes from the glory days of the Grand Ole Opry.' Justin Shatwell - Yankee Magazine (November/December 2008) Hall & Anderson have created a program specifically tailored to libraries and their patrons. Unique to this presentation is a focus on the Appalachian and Celtic roots of their songwriting, with the performance of traditional songs relevant to the development of their style. Instrumentaion consists of guitar, bass and harmonica.	$501- $1000
TheatreworksUSA, -	FREEDOM TRAIN	History, Music, Performing Arts- Theater	Harriet Tubman, the intrepid conductor of the Underground Railroad, comes to life in an extraordinary production, with traditional music of the period. One of Theatreworks' biggest hits!	$1001- $3000
Tincknell, Roger	Across the Americas: A Musical Journey from Canada to South America	Multicultural- Native American, Multicultural- Other, Music	Across the Americas is a multicultural, multilingual folk music journey from Canada to Chile performed on a variety of stringed, wind and percussion instruments. The program involves students in learning about the folk instruments, songs, and dances found throughout the Americas. From the Rockies to the Andes, New England to New Orleans, Across the Americas is a celebration of the many cultural influences found throughout the Americas. Audience members are invited to participate in singing, dancing, and playing Latin and African percussion instruments.	$201- $350

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