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Contact: Robyn Truslow
410-535-0291
It is going to be very cold this week, but Calvert Library Prince Frederick is promising to warm things up for you. Last year, because there were so many other spring and summer concert opportunities, they converted their May Tuesday Tunes to Wednesday Winter Interludes. It was a great success so they are doing it again starting Wednesday, January 23, at 7:00 pm. Kappa Danielson, Paul Larson and Kappa’s two daughters will be performing as the Kappa Paul Band with Halie & Emma. On the mandolin and fiddle respectively, Halie and Emma add so much to the beautiful vocals, guitar and songwriting that Paul and Kappa bring to the show. The sound has been described as anything from emotional country to Folk-Americana. However it is described, no one can deny that it is beautiful and moving music. And seen live?… Simply spellbinding.
The Kappa Paul Band is the kickoff of a six-part series. The second show will be Wednesday, January 30, and features Andrew McKnight, a nationally-acclaimed singer/songwriter and guitarist. Celebrating rural America and weaving his masterfully crafted songs and humorous stories with a bit of poetic drama, McKnight sketches a musical soundscape with shades of Appalachia and tasteful slide and jazzy blues, along with feisty anthems and rustic folk.
The first two shows -- plus the Wednesday, March 13 show featuring Zoe Mulford -- will be particularly good for families with young children. The concerts are free and casual, so it’s a perfect opportunity to expose the little ones to live music. They can enjoy a dance or two with Mom or Dad at the back of the room while the show goes on and take a break out in the library lobby if they need a change of scenery.
Zoe Mulford’s show is another folk-inspired performance with superb lyrics and vocals. She brings talented claw-hammer banjo playing, as well as a great personality that creates a magical bond between her audience and her music. Originally from America, Zoe has settled in England, but the library has caught her during a visit home. Her live shows have resulted in descriptions ranging from “whimsical” to “powerful” to “funny,” but the gist is that she brings superb music and delivery with a delightful “twinkle.”
For the alternative music-appreciation crowd, Calvert Library is hosting Yellow Tie Guy on Wednesday, February 13; Jackson of The WeatherVanes on Wednesday, February 27; and MHB on Wednesday, March 27. All concerts are at 7:00 pm at Calvert Library Prince Frederick.
Yellow Tie Guy is an up-and-coming alternative rock band from the metro area with R.E.M., Stone Temple Pilots, Soundgarden, and 3 Doors Down influences. They have been touring the U.S. while building an international fan base in expectation of a wider tour. Truly committed to music and inspiring other musicians, lead vocalist Danny Hill is helping to coordinate a music industry day at the library during the summer. If you know any musicians, be sure to tell them to keep an eye out for details and to reserve Saturday, July 27, for a day filled with networking and learning opportunities.
Speaking of learning opportunities, do not miss the February 27 show where Jackson of The WeatherVanes will put on a one-man show with guitar, harmonica, stomp box, and vocals. While The WeatherVanes is a full-fledged band, Jackson likes to stretch his musical wings by doing it all when asked to perform solo. Using a stomp-box, Jackson maintains an excellent “rhythm section” and combines it with a nice acoustic and harmonica sound to produce a blues- and rock-influenced folk sound. Come be inspired!
The series wraps up on March 27 when singer/songwriter Matthew Baron (MHB) brings his talent to the Calvert Library stage. MHB blends healthy doses of blues, reggae, hip-hop, funk, and rock to create a feel-good toasty fire to warm your winter night.
All of these performers have samples of their music on the internet. Visit calvert.lib.md.us/winterinterludes.html for links and get these shows on your calendar. See you at the library! For more information, call Calvert Library Prince Frederick at 410-535-0291 or 301-855-1862.
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Robyn Truslow
Public Relations Coordinator
Calvert Library
850 Costley Way
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
Phone 410-535-0291
Fax 410-535-3022
Calvert Library…your destination for imagination, information and inspiration!
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