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ORIGINAL MUSICAL
Alton, IL |
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Saturday, November 14, 2009
7:30 pm
Alton High School Auditorium, 4200 Humbert Road
Great Rivers Choral Society, Inc. will perform the musical "How Mr. Lincoln Got
His Whiskers". This is a family oriented performance of an original musical by
local artist, Mary Kay Mosby that is based on an historical event in the life of
Abraham Lincoln. It will feature choral
members and a group of children dancers and singers and will include period
costumes, instrumental music from a fiddle and a dulcimer, dancing, a children’s
ensemble, and an adult choir. In addition to the musical the performance will
include music by Stephen Foster.
Tickets required, Children 10 and under are free
For more information call 618-465-2315
or visit www.grcs-sing.org |
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"CAROLS WITH
THE BELLS"
Bethalto, IL |
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Saturday, December 5, 2009
7:30 pm
Cornerstone Church, 196 Moreland Road
Take time from the holiday bustle to enjoy the
beautiful voices of the Great Rivers Choral Society and the delightful sounds of
the Hand Bell Choir of Upper Alton Christian Ringers as together they raise the
spirit of this heavenly season with bells and song.
Admission
For more information call 618-465-2315
or visit www.grcs-sing.org |
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CHRISTMAS VARIETY SHOW
Ste. Genevieve, MO |
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Friday, December 18, 2009
7 pm
Flying Princess Productions presents "A Christmas Variety Show"
in a show that features all local talent ranging from opera to
rock-n-roll. There will be a 50/50 raffle at intermission. Most
proceeds to benefit the Ste. Genevieve Reading Express program..
$10,
children under 5 are free.
For
more visit
www.flyingprincessproductions.com |
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CANDLELIGHT CONCERT
St. Charles, MO |
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Saturday, December 19, 2009
6 pm - 8 pm
First Missouri Capitol
State Historic Site, 200-216 S. Main Street
"Papa and Jackie Wright" with will narrate
and perform "The History of Christmas Music" in this
candlelight concert . This warm holiday
show with marimbas, drums, and various instruments will leave you
with the holiday spirit. Lit entirely by candles, the concert is
held in the legislative chambers.
$6.
Reservations are needed
For more information call 636-940-3322 |
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COUNTRY MUSIC CONCERT
St. Louis, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
February, 2010
7 pm
Edward Jones Dome, downtown St. Louis
George Portz and his Friends of Bluegrass will present their
“Legends” at the St. Louis RV Vacation & Travel Show, one of the
largest public RV shows in the country. The Friends of Bluegrass are
one of the most versatile performing groups in the region as they
blend their fiery bluegrass roots with fine, traditional Irish and
Cajun music. They will take the crowd into the hills of Kentucky and
Tennessee with the songs of Bill Monroe, Lester Flatt, Roy Acuff,
Earl Scruggs and Charlie Daniels. Joining the group will be singers
Brenda Cook and 14 year-old Marissa Harmes.
Admission: $8 includes the RV Show and the
concert
For visit www.stlrv.com |
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YOUNG ARTISTS PRESENTATION
Godfrey, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
April, 2010
3 pm
Hatheway Hall
5800 Godfrey Road
Support the Riverbend area's terrific young
artists as they join the Alton Symphony Orchestra to showcase their talents.
Tickets are $20 for adults & $5
for students.
For more information call 618-468-4782 or visit www.altonsymphony.org |
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HOT SUMMER NIGHTS
St. Charles, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May - August, 2010
Begins at around 5 pm
Historic Downtown St. Charles District
North Main Street is closed off for the evening for this fourth
Saturday of the month event. Around a dozen restaurants on N. Main
Street place tables outside on the sidewalk so diners can enjoy
eating outdoors as well as listening to the live music. The art
galleries and specialty will remain open offering patrons a chance
to browse while waiting for a table or walking off dinner.
Free
For more information call 314-416-9930 x114 |
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MUSIC ON MAIN
St. Charles, MO |
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PROBABLE EVENT - DETAILS TBA
May - September, 2010
Downtown Historic District, 100 & 200 blocks of North Main Street
Join
the fun every third Wednesday for food, drink & live music. It’s a
party! Musical acts include Butch Wax & the Hollywoods in May,
Serapis in June, Hillbilly Authority in July, Rogers, Nienhaus &
Crawford in August, and The Arbogast Band in September.
Free
For more information call 1-800-366-2427 |
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POPS & JAZZ
FUND RAISER
Godfrey, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2010
7 pm
Lewis & Clark Community College, The Commons
5800 Godfrey Road (US-67)
Don't miss this evening of entertainment from the
Alton Symphony Orchestra that will again include renowned guest artists, a
silent auction and other special events. An evening promising fun and
entertainment for all.
Tickets: $20 for adults, $5 for 18 and under
For more information call 618-467-2326 or visit www.altonsymphony.org |
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FREE
CONCERTS
Edwardsville, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2010
Every Friday at 8 pm
As part of the Arts in the Park program the city
of Edwardsville and the Madison County Arts Council sponsors concerts at
the bandstand in Edwardsville City Park featuring a different band every
weekend.
Free
For
more information call 618-692-7538 |
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STATE STREET
MUSIC FESTIVAL
Jerseyville,
IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June, 2010
Friday: 5 pm - 11 pm
Saturday: 1 pm - 11 pm
Downtown Jerseyville
This annual street
festival in downtown Jerseyville features bands from different music
genres, food,
and beverages. For the kids there are interactive activities and prizes.
Free
For more information call 618-639-5222 |
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O'FALLON JAMMIN'
Augusta, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June - August, 2010
Every Tuesday: 5:30
pm - 8:30 pm
Civic Park Bandstand, Civic Park Drive
O'Fallon Jammin' is a weekly summer concert series that features
regional bands playing pop, rock, and country. Bring a blanket or
lawn chair for lawn seating in the natural amphitheatre. Vendors
will have food and beverages at reasonable prices.
Free
For more information call
636-
379-5614
or visit
www.ofallon.mo.us |
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FREE
CONCERTS
Edwardsville, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
June - August, 2010
Every Thursday at 8 pm
As part of the Arts in the Park program the city
of Edwardsville and the Madison County Arts Council sponsor concerts at
the bandstand in Edwardsville City Park by the Edwardsville Municipal Band.
Free
For
more information call 618-692-7538 |
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THE GATEWAY DULCIMER
MUSIC FESTIVAL
Belleville, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
August, 2010
Our
Lady of the Snows
This
festival, hosted by the Gateway Dulcimer Society, centers around the
traditional folk instrument. Featured are workshops, evening concerts, an
open stage, vendors, raffles, the Big Blue Jam Tent, and continuous
outdoor and indoor music.
Admission and registration fees
For
more information visit www.gatewaydulcimer.org |
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BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL
St. Charles, MO |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2010
7 pm - 10:30 pm
Frontier Park
Bluegrass is the focus of an evening under the stars in Frontier
Park on the banks of the Missouri River. Bring your own lawn
chairs or blankets.
Free
For more information call 1-800-366-2427 |
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LEWIS AND CLARK
MUSIC FESTIVAL
Hartford, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2010
10 am - 4 pm
Lewis and Clark State Historic Site
New Poag Road and IL-3
This annual music event features musicians
playing fiddles, dulcimers, and flutes. This Music and Dance Festival features early
American, French, Spanish and Native American music traditional music in
venues both in and outdoors.
Free
For more information call 618-251-5811 |
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OLD
TIME
MUSIC FETE
Cahokia, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2010
12 pm - 5 pm
Cahokia
Courthouse, 107 Elm Street
An outdoor "musical rendezvous" where acoustic musicians
get together to jam with each other and play for the public.
Traditional bluegrass, old-time country, folk, blues, old time
river, and "ho-down" music. Jam sessions under every tree, kids arts and
crafts, and a professional sound system for the main stage (the porch of the 1740 Cahokia
Courthouse) for the enjoyment of all.
Food and drink are available for purchase, and there's
plenty of shade.
Free
For
more information call 618-332-1782 |
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ANNUAL TRADITIONAL
MUSIC FESTIVAL
Ellis Grove, IL |
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PROBABLE
EVENT - DETAILS TBA
September, 2010
11 am - 6 pm
Fort Kaskaskia State Historic Site
4372 Park Road
A weekend featuring the sounds of Bluegrass, Cajun, Country, and
Irish music. There will also be craft shows and food vendors. Sponsored by the
Illinois Historic Preservation Society.
Parking is $10 per vehicle
For
more information call 618-632-1384
For more information on camping 618-859-3741 |
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