The Westminster Concert Series
Held Monthly at the Carroll Arts Center
91 West Main Street Westminster, MD 21157 map
Seating 7:00 PM; NEW! Showtime 7:30 PM
91 West Main Street Westminster, MD 21157 map
Seating 7:00 PM; NEW! Showtime 7:30 PM
NOTE: Online Westminster Concert Series tickets available soon!
The 2018 ~ 2019 Concert Series in Westminster
November 3, 2018
Professor Louie & the Crowmatix
Rock & Roll Royalty
Professor Louie & the Crowmatix
Rock & Roll Royalty
Professor Louie & The Crowmatix began as the studio backing band for Aaron "Professor Louie's" musical productions for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees, The Band. Rick Danko christened him Professor Louie due to his work and friendship with The Band over 16 years, during which time Professor Louie produced their 3 comeback CDs in the 90s and played on and produced their hit song "Atlantic City". Professor Louie & The Crowmatix repertoire is steeped in Rock 'n' Roll, Blues, Gospel and American Roots music. They have 13 studio CD's on The Woodstock Records label. Their 2017 recording Crowin' The Blues was on The National Contemporary Blues Music Reports Charts in the top 20 for the first quarter. Their CD Music From Hurley Mountain voted best concept record & group by Radio Crystal Blue in 2016. PL&C have been inducted into Blues Hall Of Fame, New York Chapter and hold a permanent place in the Canada South Blues Museum. Professor Louie & The Crowmatix are Professor Louie (keys, accordion, vocals), John Platania (guitar), Gary Burke (drums), Miss Marie (vocals, percussion, keyboard), and Frank Campbell (bass).
"Pure proof The Band wouldn't have had a 90's career bounce if Louie didn't have his hand on the wheel. Now we finally know who the real wheel that was on fire was." Chris Spector, Editor and Publisher Midwest Record
"I've never been so impressed by a band - this is the best live band in the country right now and they have such a deep heritage in blues and rock and roll." Jeff Wignall - WPKN Music Director
"All the best parts of great music are on display with Professor Louie & The Crowmatix. It's clear these folks are driven to match the all time greats." Cash Box Magazine
"This five-piece ensemble manages to put out a huge, rich sound more characteristic of a stageful of instruments.... the
group powers through with sure-handed dynamic energy.” Dirty Linen
"This is a group of incredibly talented musicians. The deep, in-the-pocket drums and the richly-textured organ are exceptional. Best described as a party of musical mixology.” Blues Bite Review
"There aren’t many bands with the real roots music credentials of The Crowmatix" Elmore Magazine
"I've never been so impressed by a band - this is the best live band in the country right now and they have such a deep heritage in blues and rock and roll." Jeff Wignall - WPKN Music Director
"All the best parts of great music are on display with Professor Louie & The Crowmatix. It's clear these folks are driven to match the all time greats." Cash Box Magazine
"This five-piece ensemble manages to put out a huge, rich sound more characteristic of a stageful of instruments.... the
group powers through with sure-handed dynamic energy.” Dirty Linen
"This is a group of incredibly talented musicians. The deep, in-the-pocket drums and the richly-textured organ are exceptional. Best described as a party of musical mixology.” Blues Bite Review
"There aren’t many bands with the real roots music credentials of The Crowmatix" Elmore Magazine
December 1, 2018
Walt Michael & Co.
Holiday Traditional String Celebration
Walt Michael & Co.
Holiday Traditional String Celebration
A key player in the revival of the hammered dulcimer, Walt Michael’s repertoire includes old-time Southern Appalachian, Celtic, & original compositions in performances ranging from the coal camps of Appalachia to the White House, and the Closing Ceremonies of the 13th Olympic Winter Games. He received a 2016 MD Traditions Apprenticeship Award from the MD State Arts Council as a master hammered dulcimer player. His music has been heard on ABC-TV, NBC's Tonight Show, Broadway, BBC, TNN, CBC, OLN and PBS. Walt’s many collaborations include works with the Pilobolus Dance Theater and the Alvin Ailey Dance Theater. Walt is the Founder and Executive Director of Common Ground on the Hill and the Artist in Residence at McDaniel College.
February 9 & 10, 2019
Frank Solivan & Dirty Kitchen
TWO Shows with Newgrass Sensations!
LIVE RECORDING EVENT!!
Frank Solivan & Dirty Kitchen
TWO Shows with Newgrass Sensations!
LIVE RECORDING EVENT!!
Saturday, February 9 at 7:30 PM
Sunday, February 10 at 2:00 PM
Sunday, February 10 at 2:00 PM
Frank Solivan is a multi-instrumentalist who sings with power and passion, writes articulate songs that go straight to the heart, and combines the pure, hard drive of classic bluegrass with contemporary twenty-first century acoustic music. He has been nominated for 2018 Instrumental Player of the Year (Mandolin) by International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA). Named 2016 AND 2014 Instrumental Group of the Year, this is a band that continues to dazzle. Cold Spell, the band’s acclaimed second release for Compass Records, was nominated for a 2015 Best Bluegrass Album Grammy. These honors follow up on a string of successes: in 2013, the band earned 5 IBMA awards, with wins for Mike Munford (Banjo Player of the Year) and guitarist Chris Luquette (Momentum Award—Instrumentalist of the Year), and multiple awards from the Washington Area Music Awards. Frank Solivan is joined by Mike Munford (banjo), Chris Luquette (guitar), and Jeremy Middleton (bass).
*NOTE: CCPS pricing not available for this concert.
*NOTE: CCPS pricing not available for this concert.
March 2, 2019
Guy Davis
Blues Master
Guy Davis
Blues Master
Guy Davis is a musician, storyteller, author, and actor considered to be “America’s greatest link to the blues right now” (Windsor Star). Guy has been turning out chart-topping, award-winning blues since his debut in 1995. Guy’s latest album, Sonny & Brownie’s Last Ride, received a Grammy nomination, as well as nominations for 2018 Best Acoustic Artist and Best Acoustic Album by the Blues Music Association. His album Kokomo Kid was named 2016 Acoustic Record of the Year by Blues Blast Magazine and received nominations for the Blues Music Association Acoustic Album of the Year 2016 and Acoustic Artist of the Year. These awards follow his 2014 Blues Music Association nominations for Acoustic Album of the Year (Juba Dance) and Acoustic Artist of the Year. Guy Davis “breathes new life into the country blues idiom” (Blues Blast Magazine). The son of famed actor/civil rights activists Ruby Dee and Ossie Davis, Guy celebrates and expands the music and stories he learned at the knees of his parents and grandparents. This most recent recognition continues Guy’s history of honors, including awards from National Public Radio and the Blues Foundation, including the W.C. Handy Keeping the Blues Alive Award and nine Handy Award nominations, as well as acclaim on and off-Broadway. Guy also received the 2017 Robert H. Chambers Award for Excellence in the Performing Arts.
April 6, 2019
The Nordic Fiddlers Bloc
Norway/Sweden/Shetland Fiddle Trio
The Nordic Fiddlers Bloc
Norway/Sweden/Shetland Fiddle Trio
The Nordic Fiddlers Bloc is a fiddle trio that masterfully blends the traditions of Norway, Sweden and the Shetland Islands. Olav Luksengård Mjelva (Norway), Anders Hall (Sweden) and Kevin Henderson (Shetland Islands), have swiftly gained a reputation for their gripping and unique blend of fiddle music since the inception of the Bloc in early 2009. They maintain a firm focus on the traditions of their home while developing a sound that has been described as “meaningful”, “intense” and “invigorating”. Their clever use of harmony, rhythm, riffs & bass lines creates a sound that leaves the listener enthralled but at the same time dumbfounded that the sound only comes from three fiddles. 2016 saw the release of their eagerly awaited second album, “Deliverance”, following their eponymous debut album released in September 2011 to great critical acclaim.
“Seldom before can three fiddlers have sounded so well matched as the Nordic Fiddlers Bloc. And seldom before can three fiddles have sounded so much like four and at times five instruments without using electronic trickery.” – The Herald
“Seldom before can three fiddlers have sounded so well matched as the Nordic Fiddlers Bloc. And seldom before can three fiddles have sounded so much like four and at times five instruments without using electronic trickery.” – The Herald
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