27 Mar 2015

Grateful Dead Experience: The Schwag

By Jenny Hart

FRIDAY, APRIL 10
at RIBCO
1815 Second Avenue
Rock Island, IL 309-793-1999
Showtime : 9:30 p.m.
Ages 21+ - Tickets : $10

VENUE WEBSITE:

http://www.ribco.com/

BAND WEBSITE :
http://www.theschwag.com/

VIDEO OF BAND :
http://youtu.be/RGMLYGKtuJs

BAND FACEBOOK PAGE :
https://www.facebook.com/schwagofficial

BAND BIOGRAPHY :
The Schwag is a band of musicians dedicated to carrying on the vibe and music of the legendary Grateful Dead. Founded in 1991 the band has performed over 3000 concerts all over the United States in their career so far. This group averages 150 shows a year and has a working songlist of over 200 songs from the Grateful Dead and Jerry Garcia Band catalog. For four years band leader Jimmy Tebeau also toured the country as the bass player for JGB (Jerry Garcia Band). The Schwag has opened for many noteable acts including String Cheese Incident, Marshall Tucker Band, Leftover Salmon, Sammy Hagar, Little Feat, and Railroad Earth. For many years The Schwag hosted its own Schwagstock music festivals drawing crowds of an average of 5000 people per event several times per summer. The band owned the venue Camp Zoe in Missouri where the festivals were hosted. Some of the bands opening for The Schwag at these festivals were George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic, Keller Williams, Big Brother & the Holding Company, and New Riders of the Purple Sage. Some of the guest musicians to play with The Schwag over the years include Chuck Berry, Bill Nershi from String Cheese Incident, Drew Emmitt and Vince Herman from Leftover Salmon, Butch Truck from The Allman Brothers Band, Fred Tacket from Little Feat, Mike Gordon from Phish, and Vince Welnick from The Grateful Dead. Honorary band members for full Schwag shows include Merl Saunders, Melvin Seals, Johnnie Johnson, Jason & Travis & Kang from String Cheese Incident, and Devon Allman (Gregg's son.) From May of 2013 to May of 2014, The Schwag was primarily on hiatus, as lead singer Jimmy Tebeau served time in federal prison in Yankton, South Dakota for a music/drug related crime. The Schwag band is now stronger than ever on a perpetual tour performing a different show every night of a high energy organic interpretation of the Grateful Dead.

26 Mar 2015

The Cello-bration Begins!

By Mark McLaughlin
'100 Years, 100 Cellos' Project to Support the Music Education Programs of the Quad City Symphony Orchestra
IA/IL QUAD-CITIES - To raise awareness of the 100th Anniversary of the Quad City Symphony Orchestra (QCSO) and funds to support its Music Education programs, the 100 Years, 100 Cellos program of the Volunteers for Symphony (VFS) is now underway. One-hundred full-size cellos were transformed into beautiful works of art by artists from the Quad-City area and beyond. All funds raised from sponsorship and auctions of the cellos will benefit the QCSO and its education programs.
The 100 cellos used for the "100 Years, 100 Cellos" campaign arrived Feb. 6, 2015, at Asbury Methodist United Church in Bettendorf, IA, and from there they were distributed to the artists. Ninety of the final decorated cellos will be displayed throughout the Quad Cities at indoor locations selected by their sponsors from March to mid-May. Each cello will be labeled, stating its art title, the name of its artist, and sponsor.
"The painted cellos displayed around the community will make a beautiful statement about the link between the visual and audio arts," said Benjamin Loeb, Executive Director of the QCSO. "They will bring a powerful general awareness of the arts in the Quad Cities."
According to Loeb, the QCSO's 100th Anniversary Masterworks Season opened with a spectacular appearance by acclaimed pianist André Watts and will end with an epic performance of Beethoven's glorious Symphony #9: Ode to Joy. "As a world-class grand finale, the QCSO will host a one-night-only performance by legendary cellist Yo-Yo Ma on May 14, 2015," he added. "The 100 Years, 100 Cellos project will capitalize on the excitement of our 100th Anniversary Season to the benefit of our Music Education programs."
"The Volunteers for Symphony is heading up the 100 Years, 100 Cellos project," said Laurie Skjerseth, who with Mary Kae Waytenick serve as Co-Presidents of the VFS. "Several exciting events will be taking place, and we invite the community to take part in this fantastic collaboration of the art world meeting the music world."
Waytenick and Skjerseth are both past music educators who believe in the importance of music education shaping a child's life. They see the 100 Years, 100 Cellos project as a source of funds that will anchor the music outreach program of the QCSO for many years to come.
"A collaboration between musicians and artists is not that uncommon, but the scope of this project is both mind-boggling and attention-grabbing," said Waytenick. "These artists are painting and using other techniques to create their visual representation of that cello. This could be, for example, its distinctive sound or its role in the orchestra. I'm calling this
entire event a 'cello-bration.' Laurie and I are grateful that we have over 100 members in the Volunteers for Symphony. We are using every one of them to pull this project together."
The Volunteers for Symphony and QCSO staff are still seeking more corporate and individual sponsorship of 90 of the cellos. The remaining 10 cellos will be painted by selected 'Lead Artists' and then live-auctioned at the Yo-Yo Ma pre-concert dinner on May 14, 2015.
QCSO Music Education Programs
The funds raised from this initiative will help support QCSO music education programs. These include School Engagement classroom visits, Symphony Day, Students@Symphony, Instruments for Kids, and the QC Symphony Youth Ensembles (QCSYEs). "Music education is a central part of the QCSO mission, and 100 Years, 100 Cellos will help us greatly expand our positive impact and eventually grow the audiences and patrons of the future," Loeb said.
Sponsors were offered the opportunity to decorate their individual cellos and to decide where they will be placed. "We compiled a list of artists, art educators and art students willing to volunteer their services to decorate a sponsored cello," Loeb said. "All cellos will be featured in a beautiful, collector's quality commemorative 100 Years, 100 Cellos book."
All of these efforts will culminate in a ticketed event at the Figge Art Museum in Davenport, IA, on May 29, 2015, the actual 100th Anniversary of the QCSO. At this event, attendees will enjoy a display of all 100 painted and decorated cellos.
How the Community Can Participate
Potential sponsors and other community members interested in participating in the 100 Years, 100 Cellos project should email the QCSO at 100cellos@qcso.org or complete the online form at https://qcso.org/support-qcso/100-years-100-cellos-project/.
"We look forward to hearing from many area residents, companies and organizations," Loeb said. "If you have never collaborated with the QCSO before, this will be the perfect opportunity to get involved."
For more information on the 100th Anniversary Season, visit https://qcso.org/concerts. Performance tickets are available at the QCSO Box Office at 327 Brady St., Davenport. You can also call the QCSO for more information at (563) 322-7276 or visit www.qcso.org.
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26 Mar 2015

'R5: All Day, All Night' to Rock Movie Theaters Nationwide For One Night Only on April 16

By Rick Martin
R5's Ross Lynch, Riker Lynch, Rocky Lynch, Rydel Lynch and Ellington "Ratliff" will rock select U.S. movie theaters on Thursday, April 16 at 7:00 p.m. (local time) with "R5: All Day, All Night." This exciting concert event will feature over 90 minutes of highly-anticipated R5 content, including the band's standing-room-only performance at The Roxy Theatre, a 45-minute documentary that will take fans all through the band's career, never before seen interviews. Additionally, "R5: All Day, All Night" features special plugged-in and acoustic performances.
"R5: All Day, All Night" will be shown at the following movie theaters in your area on April 16:
Cinemark Davenport 18 with IMAX 3601 E 53Rd St Davenport IA 52807
Tickets are available now at participating theater box offices and online at www.FathomEvents.com. For a complete list of theaters, click here.
Feel free to contact us for review tickets, more information on "R5: All Day, All Night", or any of Fathom's upcoming events. For artwork, clickhere.
26 Mar 2015

Music News from Augustana College

By Lauren Reid

Augustana students performed in St. Patrick's Day Concert

ROCK ISLAND, IL (03/23/2015)(readMedia)-- The Augustana Flute Choir performed a St. Patrick's Day Concert on Tuesday, March 17 in Wallenberg Hall. Ten student musicians shared their talents with the Augustana community, helping to celebrate this holiday. Selections included Jonathen Cohen's "Piccolos in the Pub" and David Bailey's "A Lively Irish Medley" among others.

Students from your area include :

Kayla Jackson, of Rock Island, IL

Ashley Martin, of Moline, IL

Ingrid Schneider, of Davenport, IA

Jens Hurty performed senior recital at Augustana College

ROCK ISLAND, IL (03/23/2015)(readMedia)-- Augustana senior, Jens Hurty, a vocal music performance major of Moline, Ill., performed his senior recital on Saturday, March 21 in Wallenberg Hall. He performed "The Song that Goes Like This" from Monty Python's Spamalot by John De Prez and Eric Idle and Johann Sebastian Bach's "Mache dich, mein Herze, rein" from Matthaus-Passion, among others. He was accompanied by Robert Elfline on piano and Kelsey Schauer, a mezzo-soprano.

Student recitals at Augustana College are a requirement for those pursuing a major in music performance. Other students pursuing a major or minor in music related to composition, general music, or education are highly encouraged to perform in a recital to showcase their progress and musicality.

Founded in 1860, Augustana College is a selective four-year residential college of the liberal arts and sciences. The college is recognized for the innovative program Augie Choice, which provides each student up to $2,000 to pursue a high-impact learning experience such as study abroad, an internship or research with a professor. Current students and alumni include 155 Academic All-Americans, a Nobel laureate, 13 college presidents and other distinguished leaders. The college enrolls 2,500 students and is located along one of the world's most important waterways, the Mississippi River, in a community that reflects the diversity of the United States.

25 Mar 2015

Coming to the National Geographic Giant Screen Theater April 2nd, Hall & Oates: Live in Dublin

By Putnam Museum
Rock and Roll Hall of Famers, Daryl Hall and John Oates finally return to Europe and play before a sellout crowd at Dublin's Olympia Theatre during the summer of 2014. This concert is a "must see" for all music fans, and includes some of the duo's top hits such as Private Eyes, Maneater, Kiss on My List and more!  Having six number one hits and more than 30 songs that charted, Hall & Oates music takes you back to a place, a time, a romance as soon as you hear the opening lines.  Let's all take the journey together as we experience Billboard's Number One Duo of the rock era on the GIANT Screen!
Come jam out in the theater to the best Hall & Oates songs April 2nd at 7pm!
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23 Mar 2015

West Music Announces Winners of 3rd Annual March Music Madness Pep Band Competition

By Kelly Goerdt

Coralville, IA - March 18, 2015 - West Music is proud to announce the winners of their 3rd Annual March Music Madness Pep Band Competition.  Fillmore Central, from Harmony, MN won in the 1A/2A division, and Oelwein High School, from Oelwein, IA won in the 3A/4A division.  Both bands will receive a $300 West Music gift card for use in their music programs.

"The Fillmore Central Band Department continues to be humbled and amazed by the tremendous support we receive from our staff, administration, parents, community members, and local businesses.  The communities of Harmony, Preston, and Fountain should be very proud of the commitment to excellence in our schools!" said Lane Powell, Director of Bands for Fillmore Central.

Cory McBride, director of Oelwein's pep band  added, "Our band had a great time participating in the March Music Madness competition and it definitely increased the level of energy and enthusiasm within our school.  The amount of support and excitement we saw from our students, staff, community, and even other schools was tremendous.  All of our students work hard and this was such a great way to showcase their efforts."

The competition was a huge success, drawing over 332,000 votes and over 30,000 social media mentions and shares to all participant videos in a two week voting period.  Voting for the competition began in early March and was hosted on westmusic.com/MarchMusicMadness.  The video with the most votes at the end of each round moved onto the next round.  The contest culminated in the finals that coincided with the Iowa state boys high school basketball tournament in March.  To view the official bracket and breakdown for all votes between schools, visit westmusic.com/MarchMusicMadness.

A total of 13 participating schools competed in the competition including Bellevue Community, Center Point-Urbana, Columbus Community, Easton Valley, Edgewood-Colesburg, Fillmore Central, Independence, Maquoketa Valley, Moline, North Linn, Oelwein, River Ridge, and Western Dubuque.

This event is one of many hosted by West Music throughout the year for students, teachers, friends and the general public. This is a great opportunity for students to come together to showcase their passion for music, their creativity and school spirit. Best of all, this friendly competition brings to life West Music's mission to create musical communities.

About West Music Company

Founded in 1941, West Music continues to fulfill its mission of creating musical communities by providing knowledge, products, and services people need to experience the power of making music!  West Music specializes in pianos, guitars, drums and percussion, band and orchestra instruments, and print music as well as offers music instruction, repair and music therapy services.  West Music has seven retail locations in Iowa and Illinois as well as award-winning ecommerce websites dedicated to servicing music education, percussion, and Latin music communities. For more information, visit westmusic.com or call 1-800-373-2000.

 

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23 Mar 2015

Augustana Symphonic Band performed home concert after touring southern United States

By Lauren Reid

ROCK ISLAND, IL (03/17/2015)(readMedia)-- The Augustana Symphonic Band returned from its tour to Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Louisiana and Illinois and performed the Home Concert on Saturday, March 14 at 8 p.m. in Centennial Hall. The audience of family members, friends and many alumni welcomed the band home after their 2,600 mile journey. The performance highlighted the talents and musicality of all 63 members, including:

Ingrid Schneider of Davenport (52806)

Andrew Bainter of Coal Valley (61240)

Bailey Driscoll of Davenport (52803)

Lizandra Gomez-Ramirez of Rock Island (61201)

Sergio Tekeli of Bettendorf (52722)

Erik Whitcomb of Rock Island (61201)

Robert Holmquist of East Moline (61244)

Benjamin McKay of Rock Island (61201)

Biniam Anberber of Coal Valley (61240)

Caitlin Thom of Bettendorf (52722)

Founded in 1860, Augustana College is a selective four-year residential college of the liberal arts and sciences. The college is recognized for the innovative program Augie Choice, which provides each student up to $2,000 to pursue a high-impact learning experience such as study abroad, an internship or research with a professor. Current students and alumni include 155 Academic All-Americans, a Nobel laureate, 13 college presidents and other distinguished leaders. The college enrolls 2,500 students and is located along one of the world's most important waterways, the Mississippi River, in a community that reflects the diversity of the United States

23 Mar 2015

Soul Beautiful Spring Tour Quad Cities

By Beth Mueller

4/16: Cool Beanz Coffee House 6pm

4/17: Rozz Tox 7pm (Towels and toiletries donation drive. Items will be donated to Project Now)

4/18: The Muddy Waters 9pm

20 Mar 2015

Recital by Sarah Snydacker

By Lynn Bartenhagen

MUSCATINE ART CENTER

1314 Mulberry Avenue, Muscatine, IA 52761    563-263-8282

www.muscatineartcenter.org

CONTACT:  Melanie Alexander, Director 563-263-8282 or malexander@muscatineiowa.gov

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 

Event: Recital by Sarah Snydacker

Date:  Saturday, March 28th at 3 p.m.

Location: Music Room at the Muscatine Art Center

Details: Admission is Free

Sarah Snydacker will present a recital, If I Loved You - Love Songs of Richard Rogers and Other Friends, on Saturday March 28 at 3 pm in the Music Room at the Muscatine Art Center. The recital is free and open to the public.

Snydacker, a native of Muscatine, graduated from the University of Iowa's School of Music with a PhD in voice. An active performer and college voice professor, Snydacker specializes in 20th and 21st century American music. The mezzo-soprano will accompany herself on piano for the program featuring love songs of Rogers as well as other contemporary composers.

Please contact Melanie Alexander, Director, with any questions or concerns at 563-263-8282 or by email at malexander@muscatineiowa.gov.

The Muscatine Art Center is located at 1314 Mulberry Avenue in Muscatine, Iowa. Hours are Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Thursday evenings until 7:00 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Admission is free. Donations are appreciated. Visit www.muscatineartcenter.org for more information about programs and events and to download a class brochure.

17 Mar 2015

Fly Me to the Moon is coming to the National Geographic Giant Screen Theater March 14th - March 21st!

By Putnam Museum
A space odyssey among the stars... Team up with three tweenaged flies and sneak on board the legendary Apollo 11 spacecraft for a mind-blowing experience that puts you in the middle of the action and fully engages all of your senses. Shake, rattle and hold on to your seat as the rocket boosters blast you off into space! Once you adjust to zero gravity, you'll see what it really feels like to walk on the Moon! A sensational breathtaking experience like you've never experienced before... This 17 min. space odyssey of the 3rd kind is based on nWave Pictures first full-length 3D animated feature film, Fly Me to the Moon.
At just 17 minutes, Fly Me to the Moon is the perfect film for younger viewers.
View the official trailer for Fly Me to the Moon!
Fly Me to the Moon and all other movie show times can be found on our new website!

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