PARADES AND CELEBRATIONS
June 24-July 4 - Annual 4th of July Carnival, Bristol
Town Commons, State and High Street
Free Admission
Midway by Rockwell Amusements - Rockwell Amusements sets up a carnival on the Town Common, with rides, games, and entertainment. Hours vary and there are ride specials.
June 24 and June 27-July 1, opens at 5 pm
June 25 & 26, July 2 & 3, opens at 3 pm
July 4, opens at Noon and closes at 6 pm
Ride Specials:
June 25 & 26, July 2 & 3, Pay 1 price, Ride 3 pm until closing for $20
June 27, 28 & 29, Pay 1 price, Ride 5 pm until closing for $20
July 4, One ticket per ride, from noon to 6 pm.
Jul 1, 5:30pm-7pm - The Air National Guard Band of the Northeast
The Air National Guard Band of the Northeast has an established tradition of musical excellence since its activation in 1941. All are welcome to join us for a night of beautiful sound at Fort Adams on the North Lawn. Admission is free and open to the public and we invite you to bring lawn chairs, blankets and picnic dinners. The Seaside Eatery will be also be on site and available for food purchases.
Fort Adams State Park, Newport, RI 02840
Phone: 401-841-0707
July 1, 7pm-10pm - McGrath’s Public Clambake
Fort Adams Trust presents a Traditional Old-Fashioned Clambake prepared by McGrath Clambakes. All proceeds to benefit the Fort Adams Trust. Children’s Menu available (12 and under). $70 per person with lobster; $60 without lobster; Children $30. Discount for Trust members. Advance registration is required. Fort Adams State Park, Newport, RI 02840
Phone: 401-841-0707
July 3, 2011, 7PM
2011 Drum & Bugle Corps Competition - "Summer Music Preview"
Sunday, July 3, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. (Rain or Shine)
Mt. Hope High School, 199 Chestnut Street
Ticket Booth opens at 4:00 p.m. and Gates open at 5:00 p.m.
CASH or CHECKS ONLY
The Bristol Fourth of July Committee is proud to present the 23rd Fourth of July Drum and Bugle Corps Competition, the Summer Music Preview. The Competition is one the highlights of the Bristol Fourth of July Celebration. It has grown to become one of the finest competitions, featuring top Drum and Bugle Corps from the United States and Canada. Lawn tickets can be purchased at Gil's Appliance, 397 Metacom Ave. Bristol, RI starting April 1,2011. For more information, please call the 4th Celebration Line at 401.253.0445 or email us at musicpreview@july4thbristolri.com.
Monday July 4, 2011
Block Island: July 4th Parade, Legion Park, 11:00 a.m.
Parade on July 4 at 11 starting at Legion Park traveling thru town to Ballards followed by steakfry at 12:30pm by volunteer fire Department 401-466-2474
Monday July 4, 2011 Rose Island Lighthouse Celebrate 4th of July
5:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Join us for an unforgettable evening of great food and music. Bring your appetite and your favorite lawn chair and settle in under the stars to watch the spectacular Newport Fireworks from Rose Island! Price includes a real slow- cooked hardwood barbecue feast, lawn games, Lighthouse tours and boat transport to Rose Island. Attendance limited to 150 lucky ticket holders. Don't miss out - call for reservations. Rain or shine. www.roseisland.org
*Includes Boat Transportation
Monday July 4, 2011 - Fourth of July Parade, Bristol
This July 4th parade, reputed to be the oldest in the country, will begin at 10:30 a.m. and will step off at the corner of Chestnut Street and Hope Street / Route 114 and end on High Street between State Street and Bradford Street. Various surrounding streets will be closed off beginning at 8 a.m., including Poppasquash Road. Chestnut Street, Naomi Street, and Sherry Avenue will be close to traffic at 7 a.m.
Fourth of July Concert Series, Bristol, RI
Independence Park - FREE!!
Wednesday - June 22, 2011
Concert No. 1 - 6:30 PM - Opening Ceremonies
Welcome to the Bristol 4th of July 2011 Concert Series. The 4th of July Committee will perform a brief Patriotic vocal program for your listening pleasure.
7:00 PM - Band of Brothers
Band of Brothers is a unique combination of six local musicians who have been playing music since the 60's. The members have been in the bands One Bone Shy, Deja Vu, Time-Piece, Run-21, F-Sharp, Neon Jungle, and Touch, to name a few. Formed to showcase multi part vocal harmonies and an out of the ordinary variety of music, Band of Brothers takes extreme pride in performing a show that you won't forget. www.myspace.com/bandofbrothersri
Thursday - June 23, 2011
Concert No. 2 - 6:30 PM - The East Bay Summer Wind Ensemble
The East Bay Summer Wind Ensemble is celebrating its 35th Summer Season of Music and provides a wind ensemble experience for advanced instrumentalists of high school age and up. Under the direction of David M. Marshall, the orchestra features selections from crowd pleasing contemporary favorites to complicated classical pieces which highlight the technical abilities of these advanced musicians. To learn more about the East Bay Summer Wind Ensemble visit them at www.ebswe.org
7:45 PM - Gerry Grimo and The East Bay Jazz Ensemble
Gerry Grimo and the East Bay Jazz Ensemble's repertoire includes a wide range of material from the 1930's through 1990's with an emphasis on the "hits" of Jazz, Big Band, Swing, Standards, Oldies, Motown/R&B, Classic Rock, and 90's Pop/Dance music, Reggae, Country. Ballroom, Latin and more. See them at www.GerryGrimo.com
Friday - June 24, 2011
Concert No. 3
6:30 PM - Juniper HillJuniper Hill is a Rhode Island based 80's cover band performing all the hits you know, from Journey, Foreigner, Starship, and many others. Their strong vocals bring to their audience an energized show long to be remembered. Read more at www.myspace.com
7:45 PM - Rune
Hailing from Bristol, Rhode Island, the band RUNE initiates a new musical genre. Taking their lead from legendary groups like U2, Dave Mathews Band, and REM; RUNE blends sound like the ancient symbols of their namesake to create the magic of a thoroughly modern style. From original, soulful ballads to dance ready favorites, RUNE puts an electrifying spin on otherwise timeless, Celtic melodies and rock classics. The quartet is fronted by the singing of songwriter Colby James on lead guitar and is joined by Heather Church, a tour de force on the Viper electric violin. Luis E. Mateos II provides expert bass and Rune proudly announces the newest addition, drummer Joey Squats. Rune has appeared in Atlantic City, New York City, and several venues in Rhode Island.
Check them out at www.wearerune.com
Saturday - June 25, 2011
Concert No. 4
7:00 PM - The Driftwoods
"The Driftwoods are the East Coast's original Beach Boys tribute band. From the beginning, in the mid 1960's, their legendary vocal harmonies and rock & roll rhythms have entertained a legion of fans from the casual listener to the veteran rock musician. The Driftwoods ruled the Rhode Island music scene, performing on the beaches in Rhode Island, at high school and college dances, local TV shows, and numerous "Battle of the Bands" contests. In a two year period, the Driftwoods won eleven of these contests.
Over the years their performances have earned them recording contracts, TV appearances, and studio vocal sessions. In addition, the Driftwoods also perform as an opening act for well known national music artists. The band opened for "Gary Lewis & the Playboys," and was also featured as the opening act for "The Rascals". Today, the Driftwoods continue to bring you the sounds of their "Endless Summer" on the live stage. So grab your board and catch "The Wave of a Lifetime" with Rhode Island's own "Rock'n Roll Hall of Fame" Beach Boys tribute band, The Driftwoods!" Check them at www.thedriftwoodsband.com
Sunday - June 26, 2011
Concert No. 5
6:30 PM - The Patterson Smith Quartet
Welcome to an evening of Jazz, Swing, and Rhythm and Blues beginning with the smooth styling's of The Patterson Smith Quartet. Jazz interpretations of cool music will be accompanied with performances of popular standards. The members of Patterson Smith have extensive performance experience in a variety of musical genres and have been performing for many years throughout the East. Studied guitarist Nick Smith exhibits a very fluid guitar style that is supported by the solid bass and drums foundation of Ken and Alan Patterson, complimented by Lonni Gasperini on the Hammond B3 organ. Sit back, listen, and enjoy!
7:45 PM - Detroit Breakdown
The Detroit Breakdown Band is a long awaited project that includes members of some of the top bands in this area. Paul Petit, a singer and harmonica player for thirty years in bands such as Shot In the Dark and the Mill City Rockers, is the lead vocalist and is an avid fan of the J. Geils Band. He brings the old school songs of the classic era from Stevie Ray Vaughn, Joe Cocker, Eric Clapton, and the Allman Brothers, to the modern stage. Playing a genuine B3 Hammond Organ and various other keyboards, Richard Jiacovelli adds vocals to Detroit's front line while dealing with all the keyboard duties. He has appeared with numerous bands in Rhode Island while perfecting his considerable B3 skills. The rhythm section section is manned by Rich "Reggie" Roussel on Bass Guitar and vocals and Bristol, RI's own Billy "Bam Bam" Donahue on Drums. "Reggie" is a founding member of Mainbreak, and Billy toured with Young Neal and the Vipers, Touch, and Through the Doors. Guitar responsibilities fall upon Scott Cioe, also a member of Mainbreak and a past band leader for Paul and Al and the Nads, the infamous group from WHJY.
To see more about Detroit Breakdown, visit www.myspace.com/detroitbreakdownbluesband.
Monday - June 27, 2011
Concert No. 6
6:30 PM - The Superchief Trio
The Superchief Trio features a unique combination of two-fisted piano, red hot trombone, powerful vocals and frenzied percussion antics, all rolled up into one small package. Swing, New Orleans R&B, jump blues, boogie-woogie - it's all in there. And with a repertoire of tasty original tunes and carefully selected covers by Professor Longhair, Huey Smith, Smiley Lewis, Wee Willie Wayne and a raft of others, this group is the ultimate dance-party band. Pianist Keith Munslow met trombonist Pam Murray at Providence arts incubator AS220, where they performed together in the Smoking Jackets and the Neo 90s Dance Band. Keith and Pam began playing gigs at a dim and smoky basement bar called The East Bay Regatta Club. Owing to safety in numbers, Johnny Cote was recruited, and Superchief Trio was born. The casual nature of the club encouraged recklessness and experimentation with new songs, new arrangements and inspired a higher level of daredevil musical abandon. The Superchief Trio continues the tradition of good-time music and barrelhouse hijinks.
Check them out at www.superchieftrio.com
7:45 PM - Roomful of Blues
Roomful of Blues, according to DownBeat magazine, "are in a class by themselves." With their masterful combination of jumping, horn-heavy, hard-edged blues and R&B, it's no wonder why the great Count Basie called them "the hottest blues band I've ever heard." Since 1967, the group's deeply rooted blend of swing, rock 'n' roll, jump, blues and soul has earned it five Grammy Award nominations and a slew of other accolades, including seven Blues Music Awards (one for Blues Band of the Year in 2005). The band has been led since 1996 by guitarist Chris Vachon. Guitar Player says, "Vachon burns with explosive solos and a delightfully greasy sense of rhythm." Roomful of Blues has always maintained its signature sound by boasting great musicianship and a stellar horn section -- featuring tenor and alto saxophonist Rich Latille, who first joined the band in 1970. Latille's masterful playing can evoke either the fat-toned honking sax of the glory days of early rock or the cool elegance of big band swing jazz.
With a non-stop performance schedule for over 40 years, Roomful of Blues has earned critical, popular and radio success and a legion of fans around the globe. Twice, the prestigious DownBeat International Critics Poll selected Roomful of Blues as Best Blues Band. Roomful of Blues joined the Alligator Records family with the Grammy-nominated That's Right! in 2003, followed by Standing Room Only in 2005 and Raisin' A Ruckus in 2008. All three CDs received massive amounts of critical and popular praise and earned them hordes of new fans around the world. In January 2011 they'll be back with Hook, Line & Sinker, a foot-stomping CD highlighting the intense vocal and instrumental power of the band.
Roomful of Blues has always been one of the tightest, most joyful blues ensembles in the world. They have never sounded fresher or stronger than with the current line-up. Along with Vachon and Latille, the band's present incarnation includes newest members vocalist Phil Pemberton, bassist John Turner and trumpeter Doug Woolverton, and long-time members drummer Ephraim Lowell, keyboardist Travis Colby, baritone and tenor saxophonist Mark Earley.
Over the years Roomful of Blues has played countless gigs and many major festivals, including The San Francisco Blues Festival, The King Biscuit Blues Festival, The Beale Street Music Festival, Blues On The Fox, Illinois Blues Festival, Kansas City Blues Festival, Monterey Blues Festival, Santa Cruz Blues Festival, and overseas at The North Sea Jazz Festival, The Stockholm Jazz Festival, The Montreux Jazz Festival, Notodden Festival and the Belgian Peer Festival. They've gigged with blues stars ranging from B.B. King, Otis Rush and Stevie Ray Vaughan to rockers Eric Clapton and Carlos Santana. The band has toured—as they always have—virtually non-stop, hitting cities from coast to coast, and traveling abroad to Spain, Italy, France, Portugal, Switzerland, Turkey and Russia.
There have been more than 50 Roomful of Blues members, each bringing his or her own unique talent and vision to the mix. Famed alumni include guitarist Ronnie Earl, vocalist Lou Ann Barton, saxist/vocalist Greg Piccolo and harpist/vocalist Sugar Ray Norcia. Recording for Rounder Records' Bullseye Blues and Varrick labels between 1980 and 2001, the band cut nine albums that won them international fame and major rock radio airplay. Band leader Chris Vachon joined in 1990 and guided the band to a Grammy nomination with their 1995 album, Turn It On! Turn It Up!.
In addition to their band recordings, Roomful of Blues often backed legendary musicians like Jimmy Witherspoon, Jimmy McCracklin, Roy Brown, Joe Turner, Eddie "Cleanhead" Vinson and Earl King—stars of the 1940s and 1950s blues scene, and the very people who created the music that Roomful still keeps vital and alive. Roomful recorded albums with Turner, Vinson and King during the 1980s, and all three recordings received Grammy nominations. They played with The Roomful Horns backed many other artists as well, including rocker Pat Benatar on her 1991 album True Love, Canadian star Colin James on his double platinum (in Canada) album Colin James and the Little Big Band, and Stevie Ray Vaughan on his 1984 Live At Carnegie Hall album.
In 2011, Roomful of Blues again hits the road hard, bringing their horn and guitar-fueled music to fans around the world. With their non-stop touring schedule, long-time fans and new converts alike can see for themselves why The Chicago Sun-Times said, "This is a band on top of its game, sliding easily from big-band jazz-blues to guitar-drenched urban blues….let the party begin." With Hook, Line & Sinker, the party has clearly already started.
See more at www.roomful.com - Do not miss this show!
Tuesday - June 28, 2011
Concert No. 7
7:00 PM - The Doug Botelho Band
The Doug Botelho Band will present an evening of Standards and Popular Music. Along with his two daughters, Kelley and Jodi, and an ensemble of veteran players featuring Tony "Pickles" Ribeiro, Doug's Concert will deliver an entertaining evening of Easy Listening favorites. He has entertained numerous audiences throughout the Northeast during his musical career and will provide what is always a very enjoyable show.
Wednesday - June 29, 2011
Concert No. 8
7:00 PM - The United States Air Force Band of Liberty
The United States Air Force Band of Liberty is a select group of professional Airmen-musicians who support the global Air Force mission by providing outstanding musical products and services for official military, recruiting, and community relations events, and by fostering America's rich national heritage. It has been performing for military and civilian audiences throughout the New England region for over 30 years.
Known originally as the 541st Air Force Band of the Southwest stationed at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona, the unit relocated to Pease AFB, New Hampshire in 1978. Renamed the Air Force Band of New England, the band brought its musical message of pride, patriotism, and professionalism to concerts and events throughout New England. In 1991, the band received its current name and was assigned to Electronics Systems Center, Hanscom Air Force Base, in Massachusetts.
The United States Air Force Band of Liberty, under the direction of Captain David A. Alpar, consists of 45 active duty personnel who are assigned to two primary ensembles--the Concert Band and the Afterburner popular music group. The band also has several subgroups, including the Ceremonial Band, Liberty Jazz Band, Colonial Brass, New England Winds, Mach Four, and the Bay State Winds. The band performs approximately four hundred engagements a year, and has appeared at such venues as Lincoln Center in New York City and the Hatch Shell in Boston.
The United States Air Force Band of Liberty is dedicated to using the power of music to inspire our Air Force members and the great nation we serve, producing innovative musical programs and products, and communicating Air Force excellence throughout New England and around the globe.
Visit their web site at bandofliberty.af.mil
Thursday - June 30, 2011
Concert No. 9
7:00 PM - John Allmark's East Side Horns featuring Mac Odom & Chill
The East Side Horns are a band of some of the finest professional musicians working anywhere today. They are musicians who have spent their careers backing up most of your CD collection. From Aretha Franklin, The Temptations, Ray Charles, Diana Ross, The Four Tops, The O'Jays and Stevie Wonder. Also Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Natalie Cole and the list goes on. The East Side Horns bring all those years of experience playing Soul, Motown, Pop and R&B to the bandstand to present what pop legend Boz Scaggs described as "...the best cover band I've ever heard". The combination of superior musicianship, presentation and versatility makes this band second to none. So if you like great music and love to dance, do yourself a favor and check them out!
Visit their web site at eastsidehorns.com
Friday - July 1, 2011
Concert No. 10
6:30 PM - The Jesse Liam Band
The Jesse Liam Band is led by Jesse Liam Gauthier, a 21-year-old Rhode Island College student, and his father Jack, a Grammy-nominated recording engineer and former producer of Dispatch who also manages blues legend Duke Robillard. With their signature family-harmony sound on display, Jesse and Jack perform as a duo or with a full band alongside keyboardist Peter Ciorlano and drummer Dan Hann. Their deep catalog of cover songs spans popular music from the 1950s (Everly Brothers) to the current charts (Jason Mraz). Last year, Jesse's debut album "Father from a Man" was nominated by Motif Magazine for Americana Album of the Year and the father/son duo was nominated for Best New Act. A second album, featuring guest appearances from Robillard, Mark Cutler, Thom Enright and other great session players, is set for release this summer. Jesse was the winner of Rhode Island College's 2010 Idol competition, and advanced to the finals at the 2009 series of New England's Community Auditions. He has sung the National Anthem for the PawSox, URI and PC basketball, and PC hockey games. Jesse and Jack were also top-12 finalists in a recent talent showcase held at Scullers Jazz Club. They have played clubs, restaurants and halls across Rhode Island and Massachusetts.
Check out www.myspace.com/jesseliam and www.facebook.com/jesseliam2
7:45 PM - A Tribute to the Music of John Denver with Jim Curry
The music of the late John Denver is like an old friend, outlasting trends and standing the test of time. Join acclaimed performer Jim Curry for this tribute to the music of one of the most beloved singer/songwriters ever to grace the stage.
Tribute artist Jim Curry, whose voice was heard in the CBS-TV movie "Take Me Home: The John Denver Story", has performed Denver's music in sold out shows throughout the country and has emerged as today's top performer of Denver's vast legacy of multi-platinum hits. Jim's uncanny ability to mirror John's voice and clean-cut look takes you back to the time when "Rocky Mountain High" "Sunshine" "Calypso" and "Annie's Song" topped the charts, and his popular music had the heartfelt message of caring for the earth and caring for each other.
The untimely death of John Denver in 1997 was a tragedy that was felt the world over. Such a void in the musical world left John's ardent fans demanding that his music survive. CBS television responded by producing a made for TV movie "Take Me Home: The John Denver Story" in which Jim landed a role as the voice of John Denver. This experience inspired Jim to produce full–length John Denver tribute concerts. He's not your usual "Vegas style" impersonator. In fact, he is not an impersonator at all. Jim sings, in his own natural voice, a tribute to the music in a way that has to be seen and heard to understand the pure honesty of his amazing performance. His looks and his voice are simply a pleasant coincidence that captures the true essence of John Denver's music. Curry's heartfelt delivery rolls out into the crowd as John Denver's multi-platinum hits fill the venue.
From performances with the Wichita Symphony, the Knoxville Symphony, the Boulder Philharmonic, the Yuma Cultural Center, and Red Rocks in Denver, Jim has created the ultimate tribute experience and has emerged as the top performer of John Denver's music today. He often performs with John Denver's former band members Dick Kniss, Steve Weisberg, James Burton, and Lee Holdridge. Curry's tribute is the first full-length John Denver tribute in a Las Vegas Casino and is a sell-out favorite time after time. Curry has taken his show on the road to many locations in the United States and Canada.
Jim's compelling voice, combined with dramatic video images of nature, is an unforgettable show that will truly fill up your senses! www.jimcurrymusic.com
Saturday - July 2, 2011
Concert No. 11
6:30 PM - Big In Europe
Big In Europe is a Bristol, RI-based rock and pop cover band made up of 5 extremely professional, talented, fun-loving musicians who have 30+ years combined musical experience. A five-piece band, Big In Europe can cover a diverse array of tunes from the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s and today, from high-energy rock tunes, to the more finessed and melodic slow tunes. We pride ourselves on playing "the hits" as well as the more obscure and challenging tunes that many cover bands shy away from. With 4 vocalists in the band, we can tackle some of the classic tunes that require great vocal depth, and with a keyboardist and two drummer/percussionists the sky is the limit when it comes to re-creating those unique sounds that many of the songs on our playlist require. So check us out! We're Big in Europe...and we're about to make it big here in the States! See them at www.bigineurope.us
7:45 PM - The Patrick McAloon Band
Fresh-eclectic-mature-melodic-magical. These are just a few of the words used to describe "angels and ferris wheels", the debut album by Patrick McAloon, a twenty-five year old, Providence, RI based singer/songwriter. Released in July 2002, "angels and ferris wheels", a full-band electric offering, appeals to a wide audience because of the variety, authenticity, and energy of the songs. Tracks range from rock to blues and folk, all performed with amazing vocal and musical power. Patrick's fan base reflects the eclectic nature of his songs: "When I look out to the crowd, I see loyal fans from ages 15 to 50 and everywhere in between." It is this ability to appeal to a variety of people coupled with Patrick's masterful talent that make his new album and his live shows incredible experiences. Patrick's shows are always fresh and entertaining.
Visit their web site at www.patrickmcaloonband.com
Sunday - July 3, 2011
Concert No. 12
6:30 PM - The Bristol County Chorus
The Bristol County Chorus was originally founded by members of a church choir who wanted to do more than their weekly service required. As their repertoire grew so did their membership which now is comprised of members from multiple communities in Rhode Island and Massachusetts, not all of whom are choir singers. They have evolved into a community chorus which presents a varied vocal program of numerous genres of music. Under the direction of Founder Joan Roth, the Bristol County Chorus always delivers a show of the utmost professionalism.
7:45 PM - Michael DiMucci - An Evening of Stage and Screen Under the Stars
Michael Dimucci will perform a selection of classic songs and standards, including movie themes, Broadway show tunes, and contemporary favorites popularized by a variety of composers for the theater and screen such as Stephen Sondheim, Rogers & Hammerstein, Jerome Kern, Henry Mancini, Andrew Lloyd Weber, and others. While Michael is well known for his classical performances of Opera and Neapolitan songs, he has also established himself as a popular song stylist in the tradition of Josh Groban and Frank Sinatra. A native of Trenton, New Jersey, Michael, now relocated to Rhode Island, is a familiar face in Bristol, having done numerous shows at Linden Place and Cabaret and Sing Along performances at The Lobster Pot. He is also the current tenor soloist and cantor at Saint Mary's Church in Bristol. His eclectic repertoire and experience in musical theater and the American Songbook has enabled him to perform with the Rhode Island Philharmonic, the Swing and Jazz Band Avenue A, and in the South County Production of works by Gilbert and Sullivan. He has also appeared in the Opera Workshop of URI's productions of operas such as The Magic Flute, The Mikado, H.M.S. Pinafore and more. Recently Michael was selected to record the lead tenor role on a demo CD for "Altos", a proposed Broadway Show written by Arlene Violet. Joining Michael for this performance will be Diane Gualtieri on keyboards, Karen Mellor on percussion, Dick Parent on trumpet and trombone, and Joyce Smith on vocals. Read more at www.michaeldimucci.blogspot.com.
