2008–2009 Local Artists Concert Series

Again this year, the MGS will offer a series of free performances featuring friends and members of the Society who have graciously donated their considerable talents. We are pleased to partner with Banfill-Locke Center for the Arts in Fridley, the Woodbury Parks and Recreation Department, and the Guitar Department of the University of Minnesota School of Music to present the following concerts:

Lutenist Richard Griffith

Sunday, October 12th, 2008, 2 pm

Featuring Scottish, English, and French Renaissance music—Banfill-Locke Center for the Arts

Classical Guitarist Steve Newbrough

Sunday, November 9th, 2008, 2 pm

Featuring Late Romantic and 20th century music—Banfill-Locke Center for the Arts.

Joan Griffith & Laura Caviani

Sunday, January 25th, 2009, 2 pm

Joan Griffith, guitar and mandolin, and jazz pianist Laura Caviani will play samba, bossa nova, and Brazilian-inspired original music from their CD Sambanova!—Woodbury’s Central Park indoor amphitheater.

University of Minnesota Guitar Students

Sunday, February 22nd, 2009, 2 pm

Concert by students of the University of MN Guitar Department. Duos and ensembles.

Robert Everest

Sunday, April 5th, 2009, 2 pm

Robert Everest, voice and guitar, will perform a variety of international musical styles, along with original compositions drawing on Latin American, Mediterranean, and African influences.—Woodbury’s Central Park indoor amphitheater.