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The Asheville Jams concert series continues with a performance from Clearwater Connection. On Sunday, May 24 at 3:00 pm, this Asheville, NC band will take the stage to play standards to swing to everything in between. Tickets may be purchased in advance online, over the phone by calling 828-254-1320 or in person at the Asheville Community Theatre Box Office at 35 E. Walnut in downtown Asheville. Tickets for Clearwater Connection are $10 for adults, $5 for children under 12.
With a repertoire of over 200 songs spanning many decades, artists and genres, Bill Hansen and Doris Sotirellis of Clearwater Connection define their music as �Contemporary-Retro Americana.� The diversity of their material, including an occasional original, appeals to audiences of all ages. Nostalgic elements in their song selections induce lots of toe-tapping, swaying, and singing along. Wonderful harmonies are supported by tastefully arranged acoustic instrumentation that achieves a pure �un-plugged� sound. With their easy-going stage presence and humorous bantering, a warm rapport is instantly established with their audience. Standing ovations and repeat performances attest to the quality of a Clearwater Connection concert. Bill's musical pedigree is quite diversified. He is a former artist-teacher and faculty co-chairman of the acclaimed Old Town School of Folk Music in Chicago, IL, where for many years, he taught guitar, and conducted classes and workshops in music theory. Bill has done studio work and arranged and produced recordings for other groups. He also adds his musical talents to other performers' club dates. Doris has her musical whiskers, having performed in off-Broadway musicals and singing with various choral groups. But her true musical identity as a song stylist began to emerge during her stints with other performing groups. �We're excited to welcome Clearwater Connection to ACT,� says Phil Atwood, Managing Director of Asheville Community Theatre. �This is a terrific afternoon of local entertainment!� The Asheville Jams concert series is presented by Asheville Community Theatre and will bring local musicians to the ACT stage. The concert series will run through August 2009 with ticket prices ranging from $5-$10. The Asheville Jams concert series is sponsored by Greenlife. A full schedule of upcoming shows at Asheville Community Theatre is posted at www.ashevilletheatre.org. (Images provided by Asheville Community Theatre.)
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