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


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Performer	Program	Category	Description	Fee
Smith, Dr. Andrew J.	How Natives and Settlers of the Region Used Edible and Medicinal Plants	History, Nature- Environment, Science	A slide show and lecture explaining how the earliest settlers and the local Indian tribes relied on commonly growing wild plants and fungi to supplement their meager diets and to treat ailments. Many are right under our noses and were familiar fare to our ancestors> Many are far more nutritious than garden variery vegetables and yet are ignored by modern man.	$201- $350
Cavanaugh, Deb	Call of the Wild: Music of the Klondike Gold Rush	History, Literature- Other, Music	This program traces the history of the Klondike Gold Rush through the music of that era. Funny, romantic, silly and sometimes tragic, these songs and tunes are presented in costume with anecdotes and a lot of history lessons.	$351- $500
Stein, Henry	Rough Folk on the Rails	History, Music, Science	Songwriter Hank Stone has found himself writing many songs with references to railroads recently. Drawing on traditional songs, blues, and pop tunes, Hank and his trio "Rough Folk" present a kind of history of America's reliance on and romance with trains. Audiences will participate at times in sing-alongs and Q&A. Our original songs fit seamlessly with the traditional tunes to provide an entertaining and enlightening program.	$201- $350
Bromka, Sondra & John	Erie Canal - New York State Heritage Songs and Instruments along the Waterway	History, Multicultural- Other, Music	Sondra and John Bromka use their historic instrument collection to give a lively taste of New York State's unique and distinctive cultural character along our famous water way during the 1800s. In this up-close, interactive concert, you'll hear instruments from a variety of immigrant traditions, from Irish harp, bagpipes, pennywhistle, to French hurdy gurdy, to German hackbrett (hammered dulcimer), African-American banjo, and English squeezeboxes...and music that imparts the special flavor of each culture's unique contributions.	$351- $500
Yates, Michael	The Civil War Sound of Music	History, Literature- Poetry, Music	The Civil War Sound of Music is a concert of 2-50 minute sets of music with a 20 intermission, supplemented with visual images. The length of the program can be adjusted to satisfy the sponsor. The program presents the variety of songs that were popular, both with the soldiers and with loved ones at home. A brief historical note about each song will be presented, as well as information about the composer. The presentation will touch very briefly on the many forms of instrumental music that were also available, such as regimental bands, brass bands, and fifers and drummers. A special description of the music of the Irish volunteer will be included. Actual sheet music from the Civil War era (from the private collection of Michael Yates) will be available for viewing.	$201- $350
Conrad, Bob	The American History Magic Show	History, Performing Arts- Magic, Performing Arts- Puppetry	Author/illustrator Bob Conrad brings you a Red, White & Blue magic show that is a magical introduction to early American history. Using magic, music, puppets, ventriloquism and trick cartoon drawings your audience will learn about Captain John Smith, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, George Washington, Paul Revere, Betsy Ross and other famous Americans. They will meet Bob Conrad's puppet friends Hound Doggy and Harvey Historian. This program is presented in a fun, light-hearted manner that will give your students a new perspective on American History - one which even the youngest members of your audience will understand. Lot's of interaction and audience participation, and lots of fun for all. Bob Conrad is the author/illustrator of Bob Conrad's Great Americans.	$351- $500
!, Spook Handy	Breaking New Ground - Tales from a Traveling Troubadour	History, Music, Performing Arts- Other	This is Spook's most popular program. Spook’s been to every American state except North Dakota, Hawaii, Michigan and Long Island (huh?). And he’s met all kinds of people with all kinds of backgrounds – some comical, some downright sad. In this humorous, heartwarming and inspiring concert Spook will share stories and songs about the places he’s been, people he’s met and the jobs and other predicaments he’s found himself in. An excellent program for Libraries, Arts Centers, Churches, Schools and other meeting places. Pete Seeger covers some of Spook's songs and the two perform together several times per year. Visit www.spookhandy.com for more info on the artist and other programs and workshops.	$501- $1000
Levin, Yosi	Rockin' Hannukah!	History, Multicultural- Other, Music	A rockin' family concert in Hebrew & English sing-along with traditional songs for the Festival of Lights, as well as Yosi's own original music. Full band concert!	$1001- $3000
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
!, Spook Handy	Spook Handy In Concert	History, Music, Performing Arts- Other	Spook Handy in Concert is the most popular show I do. Instead of being theme oriented, this is just simply me, my trio or full band showcasing mostly original songs from my 4 CDs. Sprinkled with occasional 60s and 70s folk songs or an obscure original, this concert engages audiences of all backgrounds and ages. An excellent program for Libraries, Arts Centers, Churches, Schools and other meeting places. Pete Seeger covers some of Spook's songs and the two perform together several times per year. Visit www.spookhandy.com for more info on the artist and other programs and workshops.	$501- $1000

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