Anthony Kearns

Lyric Tenor September 28, 2010
First Church of God, Red Bluff

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Anthony Kearns, the world-renowned Irish Tenor, is known as being a member of the highly successful trio: The Irish Tenors. Performances filmed live in Belfast and live from Ellis Island, the latter of which was filmed exclusively for public network television, have greatly contributed to his worldwide visibility and recognition among domestic and international audiences.

Anthony Kearns is a true lyric tenor. He has incredible agility and flexibility of voice and the ability to color notes gracefully and beautifully. Kearns has a deep love of opera and a devotion to the genre, and feels that French and Italian operas best suit his voice. Whether in the realm of the classics or the traditional music of his homeland, the power and clarity in The Voice expresses great truth and rich conviction. Anthony Kearns is truly the consummate performer, with unlimited potential and universal appeal.

Craicmore

Contemporary Traditional Celtic Music and Dance November 11, 2010
First Church of God, Red Bluff

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CRAICMORE plays contemporary traditional celtic music. With deep roots in the music of Scotland and Ireland, CRAICMORE features the critically acclaimed vocalist Nancy Johnston. Her deep, rich, contralto voice is rare in the genre. Driving rhythms from guitar, bass, Bohdran drum, conga and other percussion, along with high-spirited whistles, flutes and bagpipes, powerfully render jigs & reels. Four part harmony, rhythmic hardshoe dancing, an East Indian Shruti Box and rumbling Didjeridoo all accent the warmth and passion of CRAICMORE's fiery performances. They have toured for over eight years throughout the Western States and recently performed a 14 concert engagement in Shanghai, China. Don't miss the chance to experience the excitement, the humor and the sheer joy of this music from CRAICMORE.

North State Symphony Christmas Chamber Concert

Holiday Chamber Music Date: December, 2010
Location: to be determined

Come join us as we celebrate the season with holiday favorites! We will be joined by the Red Bluff Masterworks Chorale (Red Bluff), directed by Mark Franklin, and Bella Voci (Redding), directed by Ken Westrick.

The North State Symphony was created in 2001 from the merger of the Chico and Redding Symphonies. The musicians of the orchestra include professionals and community members as well as students and faculty members of California State University, Chico. The origins of the North State Symphony can be traced back to 1905, when the first orchestra formed at what was then the Chico State Normal School. Thus 2005 was celebrated as the 100th anniversary of symphonic music in the North State area.

Saxophobia

Saxophone Showcase January 25, 2011
First Church of God, Red Bluff

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Saxophobia offers audiences a rare glimpse at some of the most unusual saxophones ever made and pays tribute to some of the great jazz legends who contributed to the development of jazz and popularity of the sax . Accompanied by piano, bass, and drums, and featuring Rob Verdi on sax, the presentation explores over a half century of classic jazz melodies. Over 10 different instruments will be featured including a tiny curved sopranino, slide sax, connosax, plastic alto, straight tenor, and even a 6 1/2' tall contrabass saxophone. Rob will be joined by some of his friends in the Side Street Strutters Jazz Band. Add a bit of Yakety Sax, Tequila, and Pink Panther just for fun and you've got an educational and entertaining performance which tells you everything you wanted to know about sax but were afraid to ask.

Presidio Brass

5-Piece Brass Ensemble Date: to be determined
Location: to be determined

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Hailing from “America’s Finest City”, San Diego, CA, Presidio Brass is a dynamic force in American brass chamber music. With a unique and exciting repertoire written specifically for the ensemble, Presidio Brass is committed to providing engaging musical programs as well as developing close ties to their audiences. They have concertized nationally, presenting concerts and educational outreach programs throughout the United States. Presidio Brass has performed in over 25 states and was on the touring roster for Nashville-based Live on Stage for the 2007-2008 season and asked back by popular demand for the 2009-2010 season after being noted as the finest brass group to have ever been associated with the organization.

The ensemble first came together with the primary mission to promote music education and appreciation in the next generation. That commitment continues to be exhibited each time Presidio Brass goes out on tour; every performance is coupled with a masterclass or school program for which the members of the quintet volunteer their time. Their educational programs have garnered the attention of newspapers throughout the country, including the San Diego Union-Tribune. In 2008, members of Presidio Brass furthered their educational goals when they formed a 501c3 non-profit music charity called Musicate the Mind. Through Musicate the Mind, funding is made available to promote educational programs, outreach performances and commissioning of new music.