Nothing inspires like success
Winding Rivers Arts & Performance Society would like to thank the Community for coming out to support their latest productions in March. The play Cinderella, Cinderella and the last Dinner Concert with the amazing Steve Dawson were both very well attended. It’s been a busy time for the more than 20 volunteers and Board who will soon bring to you ‘Music In The Park’ scheduled to be held at Ashcroft’s Heritage Place Park June through August on the second and fourth Wednesday of the month.
A state of vocal euphoria
The ‘Euphorics’ a capella singers take to the stage on Wednesday, March 30 at 7:30 pm in Lillooet’s Masonic Hall. Individually, the members of this joyous, energetic West Coast quartet are hard working, professional and powerful lead singers and performers; put them together, and you have an outstanding harmony-filled experience not to be missed. Get your tickets at the Lillooet Friendship Centre, Created by Design, IDA and KC Health & Gifts. For more information, call 250-256-7888 or email lillooetmusic@shaw.ca.
Warm music on a cool evening
Ambre McLean (pop/blues) and Gabrielle Papillon (folk) will perform in Ashcroft on Thursday, March 31 at 7:30 pm at the Ashcroft Bakery on 3rd St. Coffee and dessert available. For more info call 250-453-9212.
To appreciate Ambre McLean is to see her perform live. Her piano work is a bit funky, yet haunting. Her breathy voice is ethereal and mesmerizing, she truly is a decadent pleasure captured on the stage. McLean’s rich vocal styling’s have often been compared to Regina Spektor, Fiona Apple and Tori Amos. She’ll dazzle you on piano or guitar a little bit blues ‘n jazz, a little bit pop and all soul.
Gabrielle Papillon writes catchy indie folk/acoustic pop tunes with carefully chosen, thoughtful lyrics.“Harrowing in its honesty and heartbreaking in its hope,” Gabrielle’s music combines smooth, soulful singing and a guitar style that alternates between intricate finger picking and Carter Style strumming.
Jam Night at The View
The View Restaurant at the Ashcroft Rec Centre hosts a ‘Jam Night’ on Friday April 1 starting at 8 pm. Everyone is welcome. Singers, Musicians, bring an instrument or borrow ours; listeners, just sit and enjoy the sounds. Kitchen open until 10:30 pm. The Jam is every two weeks. For more info 250-453-2400.
Passionate Flamenco Saturday
Winding Rivers Arts & Performance Society hosts another fabulous Dinner/Concert at St Alban’s Hall on Saturday, April 2 with Flamenco Guitarist John Gilliat. This Langley based rumba flamenco guitarist John Gilliat is ready to let his fingers fly. John’s trademark style is a fiery, world beat fusion of rumba flamenco and Latin jazz.
Widely recognized as one of Western Canada’s premier Flamenco guitarists John has toured all over the US, Canada and Japan and has backed up such notable performers as Cirque du Soleil, Mae Moore and Strunz and Farah. He is also Rolands 2009 National Loopstation Champion. John will be performing as a Trio with Brent Gubles on Bass and percussionist Lyndon Dewitt.
The evening will also feature a Spanish/Mexican food theme prepared by Martina Baier and a host of talented volunteers. Tickets are available now at; The Ashcroft Bakery, the Dollar Store & Chandra’s Herbal Health. As these shows will no doubt be sell outs, please buy early. For more info call 250-453-9100 or visit www.windingriversarts.ca
Tales from the Road
Willy Blizzard performs at The Packing House on Saturday April 9. Willy Blizzard is a three piece band playing upright bass, banjo, acoustic and electric guitars and great three part harmony. Their music combines folk and country that ‘raises a little dust’ and ‘carries the stamp of our land.’ For dinner/concert reservations phone (250) 458 2256
Ordinary guy, extraordinary talent
Creative Cow House Concerts hosts another House Concert in Ashcroft on Tuesday, April 12 featuring Sault St. Marie’s Jay Aymar. Jay is a singer-songwriter who mixes elements of country and folk with introspective, humorous and straight-forward lyrics.
Jay’s latest album ‘Halfway Home’ is his best work yet and features the standout track “My Cherry Coloured Rose” which has recently been covered by the legendary Ian Tyson. A simple song written in an hour about legendary hockey broadcasting icon Don Cherry and his late wife Rose. Ian Tyson: “Jay has written a true Canadian folk song – and it’s a classic.”
Jay’s interaction with the crowd, his guitar work, and intimate songs, will quickly transformed any audience into a gathering of friends. Sure to be a delightful, fun evening. Tickets available at the door – call to reserve 250-453-9100 or email creativecow@telus.net.
44th Annual Ashcroft Art Show
Artists in the area are busy putting the final touches on their works in preparation for the 44th Annual Ashcroft Art Show and Sale to be held at St. Alban’s Hall April 15-19. Opening Night is Friday, April 15 from 6-9 pm which is an adult only affair. All ages welcome as the show continues April 16-19 from noon-5 pm. Take some time and drop by in support our talented Artisans and Painters.
