Dave Morgan
Saturday, August 21, 2010, 7:30pmThe Whole Note Performance
If you like the sound of Mel Torme, a great vibraphone player and a swinging
drummer-you get all three with Dave Morgan! As a talented vocalist,
drummer and vibes player, Dave has performed at major jazz festivals
nationwide. Performing jazz, blues and the American Songbook. Dave can
touch an audience musically and make you feel like you have made a
friend. Joining Dave will be a group of fine musicians. Be prepared to
enjoy an evening of swinging music with Dave Morgan and Renaissance.
Paddy D and Friends
Saturday, June 5, 2010, 7:30pmThe Whole Note Performance
Nashville singer-songwriter Tom Kimmel writes, “Paddy Dougherty is as real a deal as they come. She doesn’t have to work to pull you in; she just sings and you’re already there because you can feel her heart in every song, and her voice is the voice of an angel, an angel who’s lived a little, and knows what’s going on.”
After a successful career as backup singer for national bluesman David Bromberg, Paddy formed her own award winning band Mainstreet Rhythm & Blues and later turned to songwriting, recording and performing with various musicians. Several of her songs have been arranged for full orchestra by legendary hit maker Charlie Calello. These scores were debut in 2005 with the Lynchburg Symphony Orchestra in a concert with Rita Coolidge and again in 2006 at City Stadium before a hometown crowd of nearly 5000.
“I feel like I’ve done my career in reverse. With Bromberg we played the national circuit, (Wolf Trap, The Bottom Line, Iron Horse, Birchmere) the major festivals and clubs up and down the east coast. With Mainstreet we targeted a regional audience with cover tunes so I could be close to home while raising my children. Once I turned to writing everything shifted. I gladly gave up the larger venues and big sounds for the intimacy of a small listening room or concert hall. I’ve been working with master string players lately and feel really good about that direction. We are currently arranging songs for recording and have plans to perform new scores with a full orchestra.”
In addition to performing, Paddy promotes the efforts of children’s compositions through the national award-winning songwriting program Kid Pan Alley. “Empowering children through song is most rewarding. I strongly believe that we will never be able to test or buy our way out of our problems. Solutions will come when we expand our minds and think creatively for the good of all and you’d be amazed at what’s on the minds of our young people. They write incredibly powerful songs.”
Joining Paddy in concert Saturday, June 5th will be Daniel Kepel-Young on violin/viola, Eric Hollandsworth on bass/cello, Glenn Buck on keyboard/sax and Bill Purcell on drums.
“I’m so excited to be performing in the intimacy of The Whole Note with Daniel, Eric, Glenn & Billy. They play from that magical soul spot that brings the songs to life in a beautiful new way. There is an ease and clarity when we perform together. It takes me back to the moment and the reason the songs were written.”
Join Paddy D and her Friends at the Whole Note on June 5th, Tickets $15 at the door.
The Whole Note is located at 570 Blue Ridge Ave, Bedford Va. For more information call 540/947-0208
Bedford Community Orchestra Spring Concert
Saturday, May 15, 2010, 7:30pmBedford Middle School Auditorium
Sway Katz*** WED., MARCH 10!!!***
Saturday, March 10, 2010, 7:30pmThe Whole Note Performance Club
New performance date: WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10, 7:30pm!!! Come out for a COOKIN’ NIGHT OF JAZZ!!! Tickets are still available at http://www.swaykatz.com
Due to the snow and ongoing weather conditions, the Sway Katz Concert at the Whole Note Performance Club in Bedford, scheduled for January 30th has been POSTPONED and will be RESCHEDULED for WEDNESDAY, March 10, 7:30pm.
Volunteer Meeting
Sunday, November 8, 2009, 3:00pmThe Whole Note Performance Club
There will be a Volunteer meeting held at the Whole Note in Bedford on Sunday, November 8th at 3 pm. We are looking to strengthen our volunteer work and welcome people who are interested in cultivating music in their community. This will be an opportunity for individuals to learn about the Orchestra, what volunteer opportunities are available and share your talents to help bring music to the Bedford Community. The Whole Note is located at 570 Blue Ridge Ave (Westgate Shopping Center), Bedford, Va.
Call Laura at 434-262-2567 for more information.
Bedford Community Orchestra Fall Concert
Saturday, November 21, 2009, 7:30pmBedford Middle School Auditorium
The Bedford Community Orchestra will present their Fall concert on Saturday, November 21 at 7:30pm, at the Bedford Middle School Auditorium.
Music will include selections from the Sound of Music, Prokofiev’s Lt. Kije, Strauss’ Emperor Waltz, Overture to Candide by Leonard Bernstein and much more!
Suggested Donation $10/person. For more information please call 540/947-0208.
Dave Morgan
Friday, September 18, 2009, 7:30pmThe Whole Note Performance Club
$10 Admission
Dave Morgan has been a professional musician for 45 years. As a vocalist, drummer and vibraphonist he has played many styles of music: funk, jazz, Dixieland, country, rock and pop. He worked for such people as Bob Hope, Phil Harris, Guy Lombardo, Marvin Stamm, Randy Carmichael (Hoagy’s son), Royce Campbell, Hodd O’Brien, and internationally known pianist and composer Dick Hyman. Dave was also recording studio staff drummer doing jingle work as well as albums with Sandy Patti and radio personalities Bob and Tom, and many others. Dave decided in the early nineties that he wanted to breakout on his own and focus on the music of his heart. He wanted to sing tunes that he felt personally drawn to and he wanted to study vibraphone seriously in order to have another musical voice. Dave has played in NC, VA, WVA and TN in many different venues. He has played with small groups in local clubs and restaurants, as well as at the Homestead and led his own group at the Greenbrier resort. He has performed with the Bluefield State Big Band, Roanoke Jazz Orchestra and been on the road with the Russ Morgan and Frankie Lester and the Don Edwards Orchestras. Dave has also taught privately and been a clinician in local colleges and public schools. With his own group Dave has performed in jazz festivals and jazz concerts in VA and NC. For the past six years he has been a regular artist for the Highlands jazz festival working with Lynn Roberts and the Blue Ridge Jazz Ensemble. In July, 2008 Dave performed in the Bluemont Music Series. In the past ten years, Dave has been working the winter Florida circuit, playing the concert tours of Hopkins and Miller; as well as jobs with such musicians as Carl McVicker (bassist for Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood), the Uptown Singers (Washington, DC), Kenny Drew, Jr., the Leon Marion big band, as well as the University of South Florida Alumni Jazz Ensemble. He was the featured artist with the Lenny Wilson Trio at The Villages. In March, 2008 Dave was guest artist with the Al Hixon band for the Sarasota Jazz Club. He also played for the Royal Palm Players in a show called “S’Wonderful” starring Lynda Jamison in Boca Grande.Dave released his debut CD playing drums and vibes as well as singing, thereby incorporating all of his talents. Three D in Blue has been well received being played in cities throughout the country. He has also performed on the CD’s of several artists.
Great River Jazztet
Friday, August 14, 2009, 7:30pmThe Whole Note Performance Club
The Great River Jazztet will be coming to the Whole Note to share their unique jazz experience. The jazztet plays both standards and original compositions, all involving unique arrangements and improvisational ideas. With their experience in bebop, cool, swing, latin, funk, and blues, they combine their years of playing jazz and their ability of listening to one another to create exciting and innovative on the spot compositions.
Scott Walter plays both piano and trumpet and is often found playing them both at the same time providing rich chordal flavors, provoking melodies and tonal imagery. Billy “B.J.” Purcell on drums, provides driving tempos, interesting rhythms, and colorful percussive backdrops. Eric Hollandsworth, contributes the rich tones of acoustic upright bass with moving jazz lines, funky rhythms, and expressive low end support. John Winnicki, on electric guitar, adds his understanding of rhythms and classic jazz chording, along with driving solos, all coming together to provide the unique sound of the Great River Jazztet.
These four musicians are bringing their improvisational jazz to the Whole Note on Friday, August 14, 2009, at 7:30pm. The Great River Jazztet’s CD Contemplation will be on sale at the performance. Mark your calendars and join the Whole Note as we present an evening of jazz with the Great River Jazztet.
$10 admission
For more information visit www.BedfordCommOrch.org or 540/947-0208. The Whole Note is located at 570 Blue Ridge Ave (Westgate Shopping Center), Bedford, Va. The Whole Note is sponsored by the Bedford Community Orchestra, a 501c3, nonprofit organization.