2009 - 2010 Season
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MATT WILSON, Rock 'n Roll Piano |
Saturday, September 12, 20097:00 PM |
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| Matt Wilson offers the ultimate in entertainment. He is a "human jukebox" with over 5000 songs in his mental library and incredible ability to engage his audience and leave them wanting more. Wilson was lead in the first national tour of Billy Joel's Broadway musical, "Movin' Out." He also guest-starred in the Carolina Opry. The Texas State Senate has honored Wilson with a resolution for his achievements in the area of fine arts. He took the stage for the 2000 Olympics in Sydney, Australia and has opened for the likes of Hall & Oates, Little River Band and others. For two years he performed at Disney World. As per his creative ethic, he is always at work writing new music. Wilson is a 5 piece band that plays original and cover "rock n roll country rhythm and blues". The band is a national favorite for theaters and private engagements. Read even more about Matt |
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Matt Wilson - piano / lead vocal Steve Zirkel - bass / vocals Mike Kopp - drums Greg Williams - saxophone / guitar Laura Mordecai - percussion / vocals |
Website: http://www.wilsonband.com |
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Tellabration |
Friday, October 9, 20097PM |
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Humorist and folklorist Donna Ingham takes the ancient art of storytelling and gives it a Texas twist to entertain audiences of all ages. Hear tall tales, folklore, historical and personal stories told as only a Texan could--or would. A former college professor with a Ph.D. in English, she also offers workshops, master classes, training and in-service sessions as well as age-appropriate programs for elementary and secondary schools. As a published author, she brings an added dimension to her school visits and both entertains and enlightens audiences at book festivals and conferences Website: http://www.donnaingham.com |
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Lifelong performer Don Sanders achieved early recognition as a singer-songwriter with half a dozen LPs during the 70s and 80s. He has also worked as an actor, translated plays, and created one-man performance pieces. He performs his one-man story/song shows in schools, theaters, and festivals throughout the Southwest. Sanders is a member of the honorary board of directors of the Kerrville Music Festival. Don resides in an old wooden house near the center of Houston with his wife and his 15-year-old son. He is at work on a novel and is completing a new bilingual recording for children. All shows are based on thorough research. Don accompanies himself on guitar, banjo, harmonica & spoons. Website: http://www.donsanders.net |
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The Austin Lounge Lizards |
Saturday, January 23, 20107PM |
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| Based in Austin, Texas, the Lizards have honed their music into a funny art form. They’ve delighted audiences from Texas to Trafalgar Square with their inventive style of satirical folk, country and bluegrass. Trademarks of a Lizards song are highly literate, sharply pointed lyrics that poke fun at politics, love, and the culture in general. Combined with superb musicianship that features precise four- and five-part vocal harmonies and instrumental mastery, the band’s songs are as melodically infectious as they are lyrically prescient. A night of fun and laughs!! Website: http://www.austinlizards.com/ |
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Classical Piano Concert
Evgeni Bozhanov |
Saturday, February 20, 20107PM Sorry, this concert is sold out! |
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Spicewood Arts Society Presents Van Cliburn Competition WinnerEvgeni Bozhanov to perform piano concert at Spicewood VineyardsSpicewood, Texas (February 3, 2010) -- This Season of Events offers something for everyone. Last month it was Austin Lounge Lizards. This month, Spicewood Arts Society presents classical piano at its finest. Evgeni Bozhanov, one of the winners of the 2009 Van Cliburn Competition, will perform at the Spicewood Vineyards Event Center on Saturday, February 20. The 25-year-old Bozhanov started playing piano when he was six years old. At age 12, he made his debut with his hometown orchestra in Rousse, Bulgaria. The pianist is known for sophisticated interpretations, clear tones and the ability to express the nuances of the music he plays. Bozhanov is a finalist at the Thirteenth Van Cliburn International Piano Competition in Fort Worth, Texas. The Van Cliburn Competition is one the world's preeminent musical events. For the final recital in the competition, Bozhanov played Takemitsu Rain Tree Sketch I; Schumann Davidsbündlertänze, Op. 6; and Gounod-Liszt Faust Waltz. For the final concert he played Chopin Piano Concerto No. 1 in E minor, Op. 11 and Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor, Op. 18. The Dallas Morning News praised Bozhanov's playing during the 2009 Cliburn Competition, stating, " …on musical grounds, he's clearly ready for a major career, and he's got the makings of a legend." In addition to the Steven De Groote Memorial Award for the Best Performance of Chamber Music at the 2009 Cliburn Competition, Bozhanov's awards include first prize at the 2008 Casagrande (Terni, Italy), 2006 Carl Bechstein (Ruhr, Germany) and the 2004 Chopin competitions, and second prize Sviatoslav Richter (Moscow, Russia) competitions. He studied at the Folksvang Hochschule four Music une Tanz in Essen, Germany. In addition to pursuing his professional career, he is enrolled in post-graduate studies at the Robert Schumann Musikhochschule in Duesseldorf, Germany. Evgeni Bozhanov's concert begins at 7 pm, Saturday, February 20, at Spicewood Vineyards Event Center, 1419 CR 409, Spicewood, Texas, and includes a "Meet the Artists" reception with hors d'oeuvres. Artist lovers are invited to attend a pre-performance dinner at Barton Creek Country Club Lakeside. Call 830-693-7581 for reservations. To order tickets for Bozhanov's performance and other Spicewood Arts Society 2009-2010 Season events, visit www.SpicewoodArts.org or call 512-264-2820. |
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Maintaining a Solid Tradition of Musical Achievement Since 1962, the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition has been the most visible expression of the Van Cliburn Foundation's commitment to the highest standards of musical achievement. The Foundation disseminates classical music worldwide, as well as launches and nurtures young artists' careers through the quadrennial Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, ensuing international concert tours of its medalists, award-winning television documentaries, and internationally syndicated radio series dedicated to the Competition and its most memorable performances. By making the Competition available in its entirety on the internet, the Foundation has extended its outreach to listeners in every corner of the globe. For audiences in North Texas, the Van Cliburn Foundation promotes great music and world-class artists through the annual Cliburn Concerts series. Specific winner performing at Spicewood Arts Society to be announced soon. Website: http://www.cliburn.org |
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Albert & Gage |
Saturday, March 6, 20107PM |
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In Austin, Texas—a town overflowing with gifted singer/songwriters and guitar heroes—Christine Albert & Chris Gage have a ten year track record of making beautiful music together. Over the course of five duet albums, the duo has demonstrated that disparate backgrounds do not preclude musical soul mates from finding one another. Their Burnin’ Moonlight album led an Austin Chronicle reviewer to exclaim, “(The songs are) beautifully framed by the duo's intertwined, yearning vocals, leaving a glow as luminous and bright as moonlight itself.” And the Houston Press noted, “From George Jones and Tammy Wynette to Richard and Linda Thompson, male-female duets are one of popular music's most delightful permutations. And the Austin-based duo of Christine Albert and Chris Gage easily slot right in with the best.” Albert and Gage have an “energy, humor, really fine duet singing, strong leads, original harmonies, a strong sense of partnership, personality, and musicality”. Website: http://www.albertandgage.com |
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Buy tickets - $30 each Buy Tickets for a friend! - $30 each |
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The Texas Gypsies |
Friday, May 14, 20107PM |
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John Hewitt-Upright Bass/Vocals, Mark Menikos-Violin, Erik Swanson-Guitar/Vocals, Steve Curry-Guitar/Vocals, Andrew Griffith/ Drums |
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Imagine you're in a quaint Parisian cafe listening to a delightful acoustic jazz combo. The air is filled with songs, some familiar, some exotic and intriguing. You're caught up in the music as virtuoso guitar riffs complement beautiful violin melodies. The rhythm guitarist is strumming his guitar with fiery abandon while the bassist slaps a rhythm that your feet can't resist. As you head for the dance floor, you notice a Shiner beer bottle — suddenly you realize that this isn't Paris, France, it's Paris, Texas, and you're listening to The Texas Gypsies! The Texas Gypsies have an eclectic sound, combining Gypsy jazz with Western swing, as well as our own unique take on pop and jazz standards, with a look evocative of the '30s and '40s. The group features two guitars, violin and bass, but can add drums and a horn section for an even bigger sound. The music is at once earthy and sophisticated, appealing to a wide audience. This isn't music for jazz purists — this music makes you feel alive. The Texas Gypsies have recently been accepted into two prestigious arts programs — the National Endowment for the Arts American Masterpieces touring program and the Touring Artist Program of the Texas Commission on the Arts. |
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Named "Best Western Swing Duo or Group" by The Academy of Western Artists |
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Website: http://www.texasgypsies.com |
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Buy tickets - $30 each Buy Tickets for a friend! - $30 each |
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