will bring his “Slightly Distorted View of Reality” show to Cole Farms at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 15, with his soulful vocals and keen sense of style in classics ranging from John Prine and Bob Dylan, to Fats Waller and others. Seating is limited. There is no cover charge. For more information, call 207-657-4714. Cole […]
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Norway church to host Heather Pierson live music event on August 20
NORWAY — The public is invited to a live music event at First Universalist Church 15 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 20, during which singer/songwriter and Western Maine-native will record tracks for her next CD release. Although the evening will be a showcase of Pierson’s formidable skills as a pianist, singer, songwriter, and performer, the real […]
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DaPonte quartet to perform in South Paris on August 31
SOUTH PARIS — While many classical musicians struggling with the realities of the contemporary musical marketplace find themselves performing exclusively new compositions, the Quartet’s repertoire spans the entire history of music, from 17th-century works on original instruments to cutting-edge contemporary quartets. The DSQ is also known for their inventive interpretations of the works they play. […]
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Night life calendar for the week of August 10
Some events require tickets or are subject to other limitations. If in doubt, we recommend you contact the venue. Night Life listings must be e-mailed to bmail@sunjournal.com and received no later than Monday. Tonight Film: Snowpiercer, 5 and 8 p.m., Frontier, Brunswick Sunday Night Dance Party with Steve Colella, 8 p.m., Mixers, Sabattus Open Mic […]
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Pianists Frank Glazer, George Lopez join DaPonte Quartet for Lewiston festival
LEWISTON — Pianists and George Lopez will join the DaPonte String Quartet for a two-concert festival called “Culture and Catastrophe” commemorating the 100th anniversary of WWI at Bates College. The Wednesday, Aug. 20 program will feature Mr. Glazer on piano performing works by Gabriel Fauré (Piano Quartet No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 15) and […]
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Ron Bergeron to perform at Fire House Grille in Auburn on August 9
Local, solo artist will take to the stage with a mix of old-school rock and roll at 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 9, at the Fire House Grille, 47 Broad St. in Auburn. There is no cover charge.
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Folk-rock band to play in Bath on August 14
Junco was formed during the summer of 2011, when singer-songwriter Bobby Sheehan gathered a group of musicians including drummer Alex Ouellette, singer-guitarist Bobby Sheehan, bassist Kelsey Sheehan and oboist Dan Stackhouse. “The oboe really defines our sound,” said Sheehan. “Being classically trained from a young age, Dan brings a special perspective to our music. He […]
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Derek Cote to solo at Pedro’s in Lewiston on August 8
From 8-11 p.m. Friday, Aug. 8, will bring his solo act to Pedro O’Hara’s on Main St. in Lewiston. Cote is the lead singer of Five Face North. He isn’t your average acoustic act. He plays a mix of music that you will not want to miss. There is no cover charge.
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Bad Penny to play at Mixers in Sabattus on August 8
will play at 8:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 8, at Mixers in Sabattus. The band plays modern country music from Jason Aldean to Skynyrd with a little ’90s alternative rock in the mix. Band members include Earl Blake, Darin Baker, Dusty Wittkopp, Todd Owen, and James Maney. There is no cover charge.
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Free concert at Bethel bandstand August 10
BETHEL — An adventurous, ambient and improvisational instrumental performance by Conni St. Pierre will be presented by the Mahoosuc Arts Council at the Bandstand on the Bethel Common for free at 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 10 (rain or shine). St. Pierre performs on a 12-string guitar, loop pedal and electric thumb piano, and is breaking […]