Last week I wrote about the Acoustic Duets Benefit Concert on Wednesday, July 20 at 7-9 pm.
In the interim, I received a phone call from radio show producer Holly Heart at KWUF. Holly has worked at KWUF since October, and, like me, is a music enthusiast who believes that our musicians are Pagosa’s best kept secret — that shouldn’t be a secret at all!
Holly saw Acoustic Duets announced on the Chamber of Commerce Events Calendar, and thought it sounded so cool she asked us into the KWUF studio for a little jam session with the musicians who will be performing in the concert. We recorded yesterday, Wednesday. I spoke a bit about the concert, but the fun part began when the musicians came in and played a sample of their music, (sample songs other than what they will perform at the Acoustic Duets concert.)
Radio producer Holly Heart
In the KWUF Radio parking lot, David Richter, Bethany Burnett, Laith Scherer
Waiting to be interviewed: Jess Wilton, Eli Carpenter, Dianne Killen, Michael Killen, Bill Hudson
In the studio, Robbie Pepper and Carl Mori |
Ten of the twelve musicians who will be in Acoustic Duets showed up. The studio is small, so only one duo at a time recorded. Mark Brown, our comedic Acoustic Duets emcee, lurked the hallways and sat in a bit to offer his take on things, (or so I was told.)
As producer of Acoustic Duets, I had the privilege of sitting in on all the recording sessions. I am not exaggerating when I say that I got goose bumps listening to these incredible musicians perform live. I can’t even imagine how good they will sound in The Breaks Black Box Theatre at the Pagosa Springs Center for the Arts when they play next Wednesday.
 KWUF 106.3 FM will air our Acoustic Duets promo jam tomorrow, Friday, from 6-7 pm during their Locals Hour. Tune in!
The musicians — Laith Scherer and Bethany Burnett; David Richter and Jared Payne; Eli Carpenter and Jess Wilton; Bill Hudson and Greg Milioto; Carl Mori and Robbie Pepper; Dianne and Michael Killen — are naturally excited about the Acoustic Duets Benefit Concert. They know it will be a unique experience, not only for them but for the audience as well.
More info about the theater in last week's TOYTV article.
I expect the concert to be amazing. Goose bump amazing.
The concert is scheduled for Wednesday, July 20, 7-9 pm, at The Breaks Black Box Theatre (Pagosa Springs Center for the Arts), 2313 Eagle Drive (on Putt Hill). Tickets are $10, and are available at 970-731-SHOW, online at the Pagosa Center website, the Chamber of Commerce, or at the door if not sold out.
I’ll see you there!
THIS WEEK’S MUSIC EVENTS
Thursday, July 14
Open Mic, 8pm at Buffalo Inn. Hosted by Eli Carpenter.
Terry Rickard & Mario Dobbs, 7-10pm at Nello’s. Daniela’s B-day Bash. Complimentary champagne.
Friday, July 15
Groove Kitchen, 9pm at Buffalo Inn. Come dressed in your Pirate Pantaloons and get a free drink.
High Altitude Blues, 6pm at Kips. The name says it all.
Pam Novack & Brian Flynn, 6pm at San Juan Roadhouse. Enjoy this duo while sipping on the patio.
Tim Sullivan & Narrow Gauge, 8pm at Pagosa Pub Works. Dance dance dance in your cargo nets.
Brian Flynn Band, 9:30pm at Bear Creek Saloon. After the San Juan Roadhouse after the show show.
Renaissance & Pirate Festival with Live Music, 10am-8pm at Town Park. Great family fun!
Saturday, July 16
Veterans for Veterans Fundraiser, 3pm at Buffalo Inn. Leadfoot Ruthie, and High Altitude Blues will play.
Bluegrass Cadillac, 6:30pm at Nello’s. The name says it all.
Elder Grown, 6:30pm at Pagosa Lodge. A family event.
Brian Flynn & Lisa Saunders, 6pm at Indian Head Lodge. Bonfire and dancing!
The Lindells, 6pm at Kip’s. Guitar and vocals from Delores.
Renaissance & Pirate Festival with Live Music, 10am-8pm at Town Park. Great family fun!
DJ at Bear Creek Saloon, 9pm.
The High Rollers, fundraiser for PSHS Wrestling Program, dinner and concert at Town Park, 5pm.
Sunday, July 17
Pamela Novack, 10-2pm, San Juan Roadhouse. Soothing acoustic guitar & vocals.
Jelly Belly Band, 2-6pm at Chimney Rock Restaurant and Tavern. ‘50s and ‘60s country and rock.
Renaissance & Pirate Festival with Live Music, 10am-4pm at Town Park. Great family fun!
Tuesday, July 19
Dry Martinis, 7pm at Buffalo Inn. Soft rock, blues and folk.
Open Mic hosted by Shane Lane, 7pm at Pagosa Brewing Co. All musicians welcome.
Wednesday, July 20
John Graves & Friends, jazz, 5-7 pm at Nello’s.
Acoustic Duets, 7-9pm at Pagosa Springs Center for the Arts, 2313 Eagle Dr. (on Putt Hill) Experience a selection of Pagosa’s finest musicians in an intimate concert setting. Tickets are $10, available at 970-731-SHOW, www.pagosacenter.org, The Chamber, and the Door.
Karaoke Dance Party with Lisa Saunders, 9pm at Buffalo Inn. Sing your heart out.
LIVE MUSIC/DJ VENUES:
Bear Creek Saloon, 475 Lewis Street 970-264-5611
Buffalo Inn, 164 North Pagosa Boulevard 970-731-0519
Chimney Rock Restaurant & Tavern, 18710 West Highway160, Chimney Rock, 970-731-5237.
Dorothy’s Restaurant, 120 County Rd 600 (Piedra Rd) 970-731-3164
JJ’s Riverwalk Restaurant & Pub, 356 E Highway 160, 970-264-9100
Kip’s Grill and Cantina, 121 Pagosa Street 970-264-3663
Nello’s Bistro, 135 Country Center Dr. (next to Alco) 970-731-9899
Pagosa Brewing Company, 100 North Pagosa Boulevard, 970-731-2739
Pagosa Lodge, 3505 West U S Highway 160, 970-731-4141
Pagosa Pub Works, 165 North Pagosa Boulevard, 970-7313775
San Juan Roadhouse, 3825 East Highway 160, 970-264-4545
I feel Acoustic Duets is an important event not only because it is a fundraiser for the Thingamajig Theatre, but also because it showcases some of Pagosa’s numerous and talented musicians ,,, musicians who are not marketed as an asset to our community, or as tourist attraction, but who should be.
Maybe this can be the start of emphasizing our new theater and our outstanding musicians. |