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Sunday Sounds ~ Classical Jazz & World Music Matinees

Tickets: $12; $10 - students & seniors (65+); $8 – BCC
Reserved seating

Advance ticket purchase is recommended

McCollough Sons of Thunder ~“Shout” Gospel
Sunday, February 11, 2007 at 3:00 p.m. in the Ciccone Theatre

From Harlem’s United House of Prayer comes New York’s premier “shout” Gospel band. The McCollough Sons of Thunder,with twelve musicians, brings the rich tradition of African-American Gospel music to their brass ensemble. Whether collaborating with David Byrne or performing at The White House, Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, or the Apollo Theater, this group brings audiences to their feet. For over 40 years, the McCollough Sons of Thunder Brass Band has played instruments with the vocal quality reminiscent of the “singing” steel string guitars. Don’t miss the acclaimed “Thunder-birds” – a combination marching band and gospel choir. Presented in Commemoration of Black History Month – call (201) 447-7215 for a detailed calendar of related events.

Isle of Klezbos ~ Genre Bending Music

Sunday, March 4, 2007 at 3:00 p.m. in the  Ciccone Theatre

 

 This soulful, all-gal, Klezmer sextet approaches tradition with irreverence and respect. Since their 1998 debut, Isle of Klezbos has extensively toured North America and Europe. Their award-winning recordings have topped world music charts at home and abroad, and their exuberance led the Village Voice to proclaim: “These women will make you shake your tushies!” Isle of Klezbos first emerged as an organic offshoot of New York’s famed Metropolitan Klezmer, also founded by drummer Eve Sicular. The sextet brings together a rare combination of talent inspired by extensive experiences in an array of styles, from Klezmer to Cajun, funk, reggae, classical, punk, and Latin jazz. Don’t miss an afternoon of great music and good fun! Presented in Commemoration of Women’s History Month – call (201) 447-7428 for a detailed calendar of related events.

Carmel Quinn ~ An Irish Delight 

Sunday, March 18, 2007 at

3:00 p.m. in the Ciccone Theatre

 

The captivating Carmel Quinn has been charming audiences for decades ever since she captured the American public as part of the Arthur Godfrey family on his famed ’50s television show. A star of television and stage, as well as an ever-popular recording artist, Carmel is the only performer to have graced the stage at Carnegie Hall fo

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r 25 consecutive years. A perfect way to wrap-up your St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. Presented in Commemoration of Women’s History Month – call (201) 447-7428 for a detailed calendar of related events.

Bergen Sinfonia ~ Masterworks for Strings

  Sunday, April 1, 2007 at 3:00 p.m. in the Ciccone Theatre 

                                  

The newly-formed Bergen Sinfonia presents its debut performance under the leadership of Music Director Murray Colosimo, a composer, conductor, and renowned clarinetist. Aprofessional orchestra of the finest musicians in the NY/NJ metropolitan area, the Bergen Sinfonia marks its debut concert with a program of brilliant masterpieces of the string orchestra repertoire… bridging works from the Baroque, Classical and Romantic Eras. The program will include Bach’s Brandenburg Concert No. 3 in G, and Mendelssohn’s String Symphony No. 2 in D major, as well as works by Mozart and Elgar. Don’t miss this afternoon of thrilling music by captivating musicians – a cultural delight!

Work o’ the Weavers ~ Tributes & Treasures

Sunday, May 20, 2007 at 3:00 p.m. in the Ciccone Theatre

 

If I Had A Hammer, Midnight Special, The Sloop John B, Goodnight, Irene, This Land Is Your Land, Wimoweh, Michael Row The Boat Ashore – songs such as these have become part of our collective consciousness. But few recall or know that these songs were written or first popularized by The Weavers, who in the 40’s, 50’s & 60’s introduced a stream of folk authenticity into the American popular music mainstream

that endures today. With faithful adherence to their original arrangements, this talented new quartet seeks to recall the spirit of The Weavers, providing an echo of their music and some insight into their story. Join this celebration of the timeless music and the timely message of Work o’ the Weavers.

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