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METALES
M-5 MEXICO'S PREMIER BRASS QUINTET www.metalesm5.com Sunday October 3, 2010 - 2:30 PM Gallo Center
for the Arts Mary Stuart Rogers Theater
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Five young musicians unite classical and world music,
contemporary selections, and pop arrangements in their program. You will hear them take the Blues to the Opera, and back
to the roads of Michoacan. This extraordinary ensemble is energetic, charming and entertaining. Metales M-5
is a lot of brass, a lot of music and a lot of fun.
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THE NEW CHRISTY MINSTRELS www.thenewchristyminstrels.com
Tuesday October 19, 2010 - 7:30 PM
Gallo Center for
the Arts
Mary Stuart Rogers Theater
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This Grammy winning troupe has energized audiences
with their rich, robust vocal blend for over 40 years. Their innovative, rich harmonies were a major influence on popular
and folk music in the Sixties. Remember the classic "Ramblin" and "This Land is Your Land"? The refreshing Christy
sound has had an enduring legacy on the music world.
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KENYA SAFARI ACROBATS www.kenyasafariacrobats.com
Sunday November 7, 2010 - 2:30 PM
Gallo Center for the
Arts
Mary Stuart Rogers Theater
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The Kenya Safari Acrobats
will astound you (or possibly your family) with "lost in Africa", their dramatic depiction of a safari. It is a story
of passion and fortitude brought to life by jugglers, acrobats flipping through the air, contortionists and drummers. You
will see traditional African garb and learn about some tribal rituals. Witness the secret art of lying on a bed of nails.
Be sure to join us for this one.
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THE HARRY JAMES ORCHESTRA www.harryjamesband.com
Sunday January 9, 2011 - 2:30 PM
Gallo Center for the Arts
Mary Stuart Rogers Theater
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The distinctive sound of this group will take you
on a nostalgic journey. Former lead trumpet, Fred Radke, leads the orchestra with humor and versatility. You will hear strains
of the golden trumpet enjoyed by millions over the years including "It's Been a Long, Long Time". Harry James Orchestra's
music is vibrant and undeniably enjoyable.
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DOUBLE GRANDÉ
AMERICA'S PREMIER PIANO/VOCAL DUO www.doublegrandepianos.com
Tuesday February 1, 2011 - 7:30 PM
Gallo Center for the Arts
Mary Stuart Rogers Theater
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Double Grande's
performance is electrifying. Two grand pianos, and two pianist-singers dazzle audiences with humor, vocals, and piano
selections. You will enjoy a variety of musical selections from Broadway shows, and all-time favorite duets. "America's
Premier Vocal/Piano Duo" will knock your socks off.
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GOLDEN BOUGH
CELTIC FOLK GROUP
CELEBRATING THEIR 30TH ANNIVERSARY www.goldenboughmusic.com
Sunday March 27, 2011 - 2:30 PM
Gallo Center for the Arts
Mary Stuart Rogers Theater
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For over 30 years Golden Bough
has delighted audiences world-wide with their unique renditions of Celtic music. In their program "America Bound"
this trio of modern day minstrels will take the audience on a musical journey from the Old World to the New. The influence
of Celtic music and culture on the American way of life cannot be underestimated.
From old folksongs of the Irish and
Scottish countryside to Irish-American music hall numbers, Golden Bough paints a musical picture of the struggles, sufferings,
joys and successes of the Irish and Scotts in America and show how these folksongs evolved into American standards.
Blending
their voices in pristine vocal harmony, they back themselves on an array of acoustic instruments: Celtic harp, guitar, penny-whistle,
violin, mandolin, accordion, and bodhran (the Celtic drum).
From wistful ballads to lively sing-alongs to toe-tapping
tunes, Golden Bough will present a program of unique entertainment for the whole family.
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