The Swamp Drivers will perform at the Old Forge Lakefront on Sunday, July 13 at 7 p.m. as part of the Summer Concert Series sponsored by the Town of Webb.
Everyone is welcome for this free concert and all should bring a chair or a blanket.
Matthew Beal has been working hard the last few months to put together a concert at the Strand Theatre that will combine the musical talents of local and visiting artists, in the hopes of inspiring area young people of the opportunities available in the music industry.
The event, scheduled for Thursday, June 5, will feature the local group Rose Red, Old Forge native Gwen Tracy, and Cass Dillon of Rockville Centre, a 28-year-old rising star in the worlds of music and film. Continue reading
Double Barrel Blues Band
The Summer Concert series held on the Old Forge Lakefront on Sunday evenings at 7 p.m. will feature the Double Barrel Blues Band on Sunday, July 14th.
The Double Barrel Blues Band is a modern blues group known for its aggressive guitar and authentic blues sounds.
All are welcome to bring a folding chair or blanket and enjoy the free concert.
The Summer Concert Series is sponsored by the Town of Webb.
The Niccolls Church Hand Bell Choir will perform a special Joseph Martin cantata at View, the arts center in Old Forge, on Saturday, Dec-ember 17 at 2 p.m.
In celebration of the carols and traditions of Christmas Guests will enjoy a multitude of carols including Joy to the World, Angels from the Realms of Glory, Silent Night, and other holiday favorites.
There is no admission charge, however, donations are always appreciated.
A Blues Concert was held at the Old Forge Library on Sunday, March 27, featuring the participants in the Blues Frees the Spirit Songwriting Workshop, who performed original blues songs they had composed during the three-session workshop.
The workshop, which was also held at the library, was conducted by blues musicians and composers, Monk Rowe and John Hutson.
The pair added electric instrumentation to the student concert performances—Rowe on keyboard and Hutson on guitar—along with drummer Tom McGrath.
Those performing their original blues songs included Justin Bennett and Grover Bennett, both of Ilion; Gwen Tracy, Jim Tracy, Patti Delano, Mary Brophy Moore, all of Old Forge; Bella Beck of Woodgate with assistance by Izzie Worthen of Old Forge; and Maureen Van Slyke, Big Moose.
An original blues song by David Beck of Woodgate, was performed by Monk Rowe and John Hutson.
A reception with refreshments followed the concert.