Michael Daves
guitar workshop
January 8, 2011 2 PM
Smithtown Brush Barn
The next BCLI jam session is Sunday January 8th from 2-7PM. We have a special treat; Michael Daves will be doing a Guitar and Vocal workshop from 2-3:15PM. We are excited to have him come and join us at the BCLI. Michael is a fantastic musician and has been active in the NY scene for many years. Here is Michael's Bio:
Michael Daves has been teaching and performing guitar and mandolin since 1993 and keeps a roster of over 50 private students in the New York City area. With a specialty in bluegrass flatpicking and vocal styles Michael also has background in jazz, country blues, swing, and rock. He has taught music classes at the college level, conducted workshops at bluegrass festivals around the country, and since 2005 has hosted the First Monday Bluegrass Jam at the Parkside Lounge in Manhattan, where his students have the opportunity to connect and jam with players ranging from beginners to superstars. Over the years Michael has developed a unique approach to teaching that unites ear learning and theory knowledge, and is committed to helping his students to access and develop their musical intuition, to build a solid foundation in technique, timing, and traditional styles, and to learn to play music with others.
As a performer Michael is best known for his duo with acclaimed mandolinist Chris Thile. Their album "Sleep With One Eye Open," released in May on Nonesuch Records, currently has a Grammy nomination for Best Bluegrass Album, and the two have performed at major bluegrass festivals across the country supporting the release. He most frequently works as solo artist though, having held down a weekly Tuesday night residency for over five years at the Rockwood Music Hall in Manhattan . Michael has also served as vocalist and guitarist with banjo legend Tony Trischka since 2006, and has played side-man to the likes of Steve Martin, Rosanne Cash, Natalie McMaster, Greg Garing, and John Herald.
Red Molly
posted August 15, 2010
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 15, 2010
CONTACT: Joanne Melosh Dezego, daytime phone (516) 876-7862
RED MOLLY IN CONCERT AT GARDEN STAGE
Red Molly (Laurie MacAllister, Abbie Gardner and Molly Venter) will perform in concert at Garden Stage at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Garden City, NY on Friday, September 10th at 8:30 p.m., open mic at 7:30 (sign up at 7), $20 in advance, $22 at the door. Contact calendar@uuccn.org for advance tickets and for series season tickets.
The dynamic female trio that began as a happy accident around a campsite (at the 2004 Falcon Ridge Folk Festival) is now drawing invitations from renowned historic national events like Merlefest, and is winning over audiences around the country. Spurred onward by an ever-growing and devoted fanbase, and the desire to commit themselves to touring farther from home, Red Molly is at the start of a new and exciting musical chapter. After six years of touring, the band announced that guitarist Carolann Solebello will leave the group in August 2010 to spend more time with family. Founding members Laurie MacAllister (bass, banjo) and Abbie Gardner (Dobro, guitar) welcome the newest "Molly", Austin-based singer/songwriter Molly Venter, to fill out their lush, distinctive three-part harmonies. Over the last month of rehearsals and impromptu live performances in Hamilton Park, near their rehearsal space in Jersey City, the three women quickly nailed the essence of the Red Molly sound, while hinting at inspiring new musical possibilities in the months of touring that lie ahead. "We are busily reinventing fan favorites from our current recordings, while adding new material and collaborating on songwriting for the first time," says Gardner. "This is an exciting time for the band; we're so thrilled that Molly has joined us," adds MacAllister.
UU Congregation of Central Nassau
223 Stewart Avenue
Garden City, NY 11530
1/2 Block North of the Long Island Railroad, Nassau Boulevard Station.
Jamesport Meeting House Concert
posted May 5, 2010
Eastbound Freight is performing a concert at the Jamesport Meeting House - tickets are $17 advanced ticket sales only. Click image to view poster for further information
"Metro Banjo"
posted January 29, 2010
This July 30 - August 1, 2010, "Metro Banjo," a world-class 5-string bluegrass and old time banjo teaching event, will happen in Westchester County at Concordia College in Bronxville. Instructors include Tony Trischka, Bill Keith, Eric Weissberg, Marc Horowitz, Ben Freed, and Julie Elkins. Plus, Bill Keith's band will perform Saturday evening with a few guest banjo instructors joining in. Students can drive to Concordia with their partners or spouses or take the Metro North Harlem Branch train from Grand Central Station (a 23 minute ride) to the Bronxville station where we will provide free pickup and drop off. Reasonably-priced lodging and food will available at the college. Come join us for this event. We'd love to have you. Check us out at www.vpmusic.org
Folk Music Society of Huntington
posted December 12, 2009
Hard Luck Cafe Music Concert Announcement Annual Open Mic
1st Saturday Concert Series Annual Members Showcase
Next BCLI Jam
posted November 21, 2009
The BCLI monthly bluegrass jam will be the second Sunday in December; December 13th at 2PM. It is rescheduled due to the Smithtown Holiday Parade
Alison Krauss - September 23
posted September 21, 2009
Alison Krauss will be performing in Central Park at the East Meadow on September 23, 2009 at 7:00 PM. The concert is free! NATIONAL PARKS CONSERVATION ASSOCIATION AND PBS CELEBRATE NATIONAL PARKS WEEK NYC
ASCAP
posted July 24, 2009
Do we need to be concerned for our local musicians at the east end wineries?
Dates Added
posted July 10, 2009
The Lonesome Moonlight String Band has added many dates to the calendar - be sure to check out when they are performing.
Monthly Bluegrass Jam
posted June 9, 2009
Join us for the monthly bluegrass jam at the Smithtown Brush Barn. With the weather warm and sun it is nice to be outside again!
Andy Falco & Jesse Cobb
posted May 17, 2009
Andy Falco and Jesse Cobb are doing a duet tour - they will be in the NYC/Long Island area on May 29 & 30
New! BCLI Web Page
posted April 10, 2009
Welcome to the BCLI (Bluegrass Club of Long Island) web site! This site is designed to promote and support Long Island Bluegrass Music. Feel free to e-mail any news or information about local bluegrass music. Send information or links to BCLI. Thank you - we are dedicated to the support of local bluegrass music!
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