2006/07 THIRD FRIDAY CONCERTS

AT OUR NEW HOME- CARVLIN HALL




Sep 15 - Annual Young Musicians Showcase- A diverse presentation of talented students of some of Portland’s finest musical teachers. And a real bargain for only $5.

 

Oct 20 - There will be NO PFS 3rd Friday concert October 20. The Kate Power and Steve Einhorn concert will be at Artichoke Music Backgate Stage October 20 and 21- for more information go to Artichoke Music's web site: www.artichokemusic.com

 

 

Nov 17- Blue Northern - Popular PFS all-star band featuring Meryle Korn, Bill Murlin, Gordy Euler, and Gretchen Amman. This Northwest band has been together for over 15 year and performs regularly at many festivals around the Northwest.

Tom Rawson www.tomrawson.com - Great Seattle singer- famous for inciting Pete Seeger-like sing alongs. He has a banjo and knows what to do with it.  “Witty, energetic, and armed with banjo, lap dulcimer, and guitar, he takes the stage to warm applause from the crowd who has turned out to see him.  Tom and this audience are made for each other.” -- Hank Cramer, Victory Review March 2002

 

 

Dec 15 - Beltaine – Winter Wind CD Release Party!  www.beltainemusic.com  Popular Portland Celtic & Traditional musical trio debuts its third CD, Winter Wind, a holiday music compilation of new and old music for the season!  Dick Weissman quote on their second CD: “The mix of one or two hammer dulcimers, and guitar, with occasional flute, mandolin, bass box and shaker make for a very enjoyable album. The tunes vary from traditional Scottish and Irish music to originals that cross over into fiddle tunes and even blues. Check out Florida Blues, for hammer dulcimer funk!

Bill Martin and the Martin Brothers- Portland’s Godfather of Old Time music with a new band, sans official name as of July.

 

Suze Spencer Marshall Photo

 Jan 19, 2007- Suze Marshall and Tall Boots  www.suzespencermarshall.com - A terrific musical tribute to the spirit of the Sons of the Pioneers.  “Suze Spencer Marshall was born into one of America's most renowned Western music families - none other than members of The International Cowboys and The Sons of the Pioneers. Raised in the fold of working ranch hands, musicians, artists and entrepreneurs, Suze's grandparents and extended family were her vibrant mentors.  She had a fascinating childhood, filled with their music, stories, and lively personalities. 

 

 

The Wanderers CD Release Party www.thewanderersfolk.com  - Portlander  Bill Murlin and Beillinghamite Carl Allen have been singing together for 46 years.  Car and Bill met in a folk trio at Washington State University in 1959.  The Wanderers feature folk songs from the 1950’s to today.  They focus on good harmonies backed with well-blended guitars and banjo.  Their fist CD is finally released a CD- It’s About Time. 

 

 

Feb 19 4 Shillings Short- www.art.net/~4ss - One of the most eclectic duos anywhere- their music is a satisfying blend of Celtic, folk, protest, even Indian music.   “Four Shillings Short bring a fascinating mix of material, spirit and wit to the stage.  They are visually interesting with their eclectic array of instruments.  There is excitement, electricity and fun in their performance.” Dave Humphries, past President of the North American Folk Alliance/Director, Two Way Street Coffee House in Downers Grove, IL March 2003

The Portland Estonian Dancers - www.tulehoidjad.org - will open the show with performances by Tulehoidjad, which translates as “Bearers of the Torch.” The troupe vividly brings to life the ethnic pride and love for Estonia. The energetic dances, intricate steps and patterns, colorful authentic costumes, and lively music combine to create an exciting display of Estonian culture enjoyed by audiences of all ages.

 

 

Lou & Peter Berryman

Mar 16- Lou and Peter Berryman  hometown.aol.com/berrymanp

- Those wacky Wisconsinites return to tickle your funny bones with their hilarious original songs.  “Their lives together have taken them from the high school prom to the Kennedy Center on a path filled with friendship, hardship and creative drive. Their songwriting style is a welcomed throwback to the days of Tin Pan Alley, where one wrote the words, the other the music, and all with complete devotion to the craft. But where the songsmiths of the'30s and '40s spent most of their time saying 'I love you' in 32 bars over and over again, Lou and Peter have redefined subject and device when it comes to the craft of composing songs. Their unusual take on the world has lead to creations that are unlike any others. They are admired by, not only thousands of music fans, but by some of our greatest living songwriters.”  --Matt Watroba, Sing Out!, Fall 2001.

      

Linda Waterfall

Apr 20 - Linda Waterfall www.nwlink.com/~lindaw/
"Her musicianship is astonishing, and her lyrical sense is at the cutting edge. I can't see any serious fan of songwriting remaining ignorant of her work." --Bob Franke, New England Folk Almanac
"..simply one of the finest fingerpicking guitar players alive on planet Earth today... Linda's playing is truly some of the most unique and imaginative I have ever encountered. It doesn't sound like any kind of traditional folk, but it doesn't really sound like pop or Jazz, either. I once asked her where she got her inspiration for her unusual chords and voicings and progressions, and she said, "Oh, Debussy, I guess" (she is a very accomplished pianist as well). Every note that comes out of this woman's guitar is heart-wrenchingly pure and beautiful yet filled with a vibrancy that seems to come from somewhere deep in the universe." --Becky Bernson, Folk Alliance Newsletter

 

 

May 18 - Rosalie Sorrels www.rosaliesorrels.com - A special evening with a living legend. “Born in Idaho in 1933, she's considered a matriarch of American folk music, and recently the University of California at Santa Cruz dedicated an archive to house her papers, including news clippings about war protests and civil rights marches.  “Sorrels has decried the music industry's attempt "to homogenize women and ethnicity into something blander." She's living proof that there are some things the biz just can't whitewash.” -- Chicago Reader

NEW LOCATION:

Carvlin Hall at St Philip Neri Parish,
SE 17th and Division
Doors Open at 7 PM
Admission:  $10 PFS members, $15 Non-Members,
$5 ages 12 to 18, Children under 12 FREE.

Sponsored by the Portland FolkMusic Society
P.O. Box 1448
Portland, OR 97207
503-335-9969
www.portlandfolkmusic.org