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2012 Concert Series at Independence Park

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Concert 1: Thursday, June 21

6:20 PM - Opening Ceremonies
Welcome to the Bristol 4th of July 2012 Concert Series. The 4th of July Committee will perform a brief Patriotic vocal program for your listening pleasure.

6:30 PM - East Bay Summer Wind Ensemble
The East Bay Summer Wind Ensemble is celebrating its 37th 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.
www.ebswe.org

7:45 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

This Concert is sponsored by: AAA Southern New England/Jimmy Stuart Floor Covering & Cleaning/Russell Morin Fine Catering

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Concert 2: Friday, June 22

6:30 PM - Juniper Hill
Remember Journey, Foreigner, Starship...the bands of the 80's with the strong vocals. Juniper Hill, Rhode Island's own cover band will present hits in the style of the greatest bands of the era. Featuring lead vocalist Sean Byrne, Juniper Hill will perform a classic show you will long remember.
Juniper Hill on Facebook

7:45 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.

This Concert is sponsored by: R.I. Credit Union/Regan Heating and Air Conditioning/426 Fitness

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Concert 3: Saturday, June 23

6:30 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
www.GerryGrimo.com

7:45 PM - King's Row
Honored as New England's #1 Oldies Band, King's Row's elaborate musical arrangements and powerful four lead vocalists make every one of their performances exciting and memorable. They have been honored by radio station B101.5 as the "KINGS" of the oldies. They consistently produce a sophisticated, emotional romantic sound. King's Row has set the standard of excellence in oldies. They have appeared at countless venues throughout New England and their performances have vaulted their notoriety to a national level.
www.kingsrow1.tripod.com

This Concert is sponsored by: Crossroads Restaurant/BETA Group/Bank Newport

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Concert 4: Sunday, June 24

7:00 PM - Changes In Latitudes
Changes In Latitudes will bring out the "Parrothead" in you. At 7:00 PM a show will be presented that honors singer songwriter Jimmy Buffett, the master of the tropical lifestyle. Every show is good clean fun to be enjoyed by the whole family. With beach balls flying, dancing conga lines, and leis galore, and a unique tropical stage setup, Changes In Latitudes recreates the Buffett Concert experience with amazing authenticity. The band's original material is frequently featured on Jimmy Buffet's "Radio Margaritaville" as well as on Sirius Satellite Radio and numerous FM Stations. Prepare yourself for a "Latitude Adjustment", get out your grass skirts and Hawaiian shirts and head for the tropics with Changes In Latitudes.
www.changesinlatitudes.com

This Concert is sponsored by: Gil's Appliances

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Concert 5: Monday, June 25

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.
www.bandofliberty.af.mil

This Concert is sponsored by: Bristol Harbor Inn & DeWolf Tavern/Seabra Supermarkets

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Concert 6: Tuesday, June 26

6:30 PM - Michael DiMucci
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. 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. Joining Michael for this performance will be Diane Gualtieri on keyboards, Karen Mellor on percussion, and Dick Parent on trumpet and trombone.
www.michaeldimucci.blogspot.com.

7:45 PM - Disco Inferno
Disco Inferno is the northeast's hottest and most authentic flashback to a 70's dance band. The nine piece group combines great dance music from the disco/funk era with a fun interactive stage show that appeals to people of all ages. They perform hits by Donna Summer, K.C. & the Sunshine Band, The Pointer Sisters, The Village People, Earth, Wind & Fire, Gloria Gaynor and many more. Founded in 2001 and currently based in the northeast, the group has developed a very respectable performance resume and has received very favorable attention from the press. They have performed at theaters, fairs, festivals, Foxwoods, Mohegan Sun, and The Rainbow Room at NBC Studios and many other notable venues. Disco Inferno has shared the stage with The Temptations, The Pointer Sisters, Sha Na Na, and K.C. & the Sunshine Band.
www.discoinfernogroup.com

This Concert is sponsored by: Carl F. Benevides General Contractor Inc./Quito's Restaurant

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Concert 7: Wednesday, June 27

6:30 PM - Bobby Carlson & the Stones River Band
Bobby Carlson & the Stones River Band presents "what's happening today in country music with "a little bit of yesterday" mixed in. Bobby has won the Massachusetts Country Music Award for Male Vocalist of the Year several times and has formed a touring band with seasoned veterans of the LA/Boston/Nashville country scene. This band always surprises everyone with their professional upbeat shows.
www.bobbycarlsonmusic.com

7:45 PM - Patrick McAloon and Pat McGee
This show will undoubtedly be a special event in the Concert Series. Both Patrick and Pat are combining their talents and musicians to present an evening of musical showmanship. With an arsenal of veteran players, a huge library of original and cover material, always presented in their own unique style, this will be a show you will definitely remember. Both have significant local and national college campus followings, and brand new CD's on which they have collaborated to present a modern youthful "Nashville" flavored sound that's showing up in today's country music. Numerous "special guests" will add to this combined entertainment showcase.
www.patrickmcaloonband.com
www.patmcgeeband.com

This Concert is sponsored by: Darrow Everett LLP-Attorneys and Business Advisors//The Bay Magazine/Century 21 and NCD Developers

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Concert 8: Thursday, June 28

7:00 PM - John Allmark's East Side Horns featuring Mac Odom and 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, 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. If you like great music with very professional presentations, do yourself a favor and check them out!
www.eastsidehorns.com

This Concert is sponsored by: DiPrete Engineering/The Wharf Tavern Restaurant/Jonathan Edwards Winery

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Concert 9: Friday, June 29

7:00 PM - The 88th Army Band
RIARNG "Governor's Own" 88th Army Band will perform a Patriotic Concert of Independence Day favorites in addition to a program of modern Rock and Roll Classics. The 30 member Concert Band dates back to 1892 and has continued as Rhode Island's Army Band, performing in support of Civic Affairs throughout the region.
Relax and enjoy the true spirit of the 4th of July at this concert.
www.88tharmyband.com

This Concert is sponsored by: Bristol Harbor Inn & DeWolf Tavern//East Bay Newspapers/Capital City Financial Corp.

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Concert 10: Saturday, June 30

6:30 PM - Trinity
The acoustic sounds and three part harmonies in the style of Crosby, Stills, & Nash are the signature of this trio. Comprised of members of several past and present local bands, Trinity will delight the audience with their performance of favorites from the 60's to the present. Relax and enjoy the vocals of this classic act.

7:45 PM - The Hitmen
Experience the greatest hits of the 60s, 70s and 80s the way you first heard them….from the guys who made and played them all.

THE HIT MEN are the original stars of mega-hit acts including Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, Tommy James and The Shondells, The Critters, Jim Croce, Carly Simon and more. When THE HIT MEN take the stage, it's easy to see why their music has transcended generations. The notes are sharp, the vocals spot-on, the energy is high, and these guys are having the time of their lives sharing their Musical Legacy with audiences at theatres, performing arts centers, casinos, fairs and festivals across the country!

Members of THE HIT MEN are responsible for penning and/or arranging such well-known hits as "Oh, What A Night," "Who Loves You," "Mr. Dieingly Sad" and "Younger Girl". On their first album, The Hit Men LIVE!, the band features these along with other popular songs they helped make famous such as "Walk Like a Man," "Big Girls Don't Cry," "Hanky Panky" and "Mony Mony".

With THE HIT MEN, you'll experience a musical banquet that includes all of the great Four Seasons songs made popular again by Broadway's Jersey Boys... along with many other memorable solid gold hits.

DO NOT MISS THIS SHOW!
www.thehitmensite.com

This Concert is sponsored by: Wells Fargo Advisors LLC

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Concert 11: Sunday, July 1

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, has also recently been released.
www.jesseliam.com
www.myspace.com/jesseliam


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.
www.myspace.com/detroitbreakdownbluesband.

This Concert is sponsored by: Leo's Ristorante/TD Bank

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Concert 12: Monday, July 2

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.
www.superchieftrio.com

7:45 PM - Bellevue Cadillac
For those who like Swing, punctuated with Jazz and Blues, Bellevue Cadillac will make your heart thump and your attitude come alive. This is the band that is noted for refusing to play at John F. Kennedy Jr.'s wedding. Immediately they were thrown in the worldwide spotlight and were forced to prove they were the real deal. And were they ever! They have over 25 CD's to their credit and have been nominated for seven Grammy Awards. They have performed in Russia, China, Europe, the USA and too many venues to list. Their music has been on The Sopranos, Access Hollywood, Sex and The City, and in the Movie Shallow Hal. They have appeared with Bill Murray, Jack Nicholson, Aerosmith, Ray Charles, James Brown, and on and on. Fronted by "Professor" Doug Bell, this eight piece band is comprised of musicians’ musicians. Whether it's a "cover" of someone else's material or their own, your senses will be stimulated by what you see and hear.
www.bellevuecadillac.com

This Concert is sponsored by: Gillary's Tavern and Nightclub/Sunshine Oil Co./ABC6 WNLE-TV

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Concert 13: Tuesday, July 3

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 - The British Invasion
More than just the Beatles, The British Invasion Tribute is nostalgic music retrospective of the ENTIRE British Invasion Era and the American Response, which occasionally includes a finale of Side B of the Beatles' Abbey Road! No cheesy wigs or costumes - the band wears authentic vintage clothing from the time period. Audiences take a trip back in time, as if they were attending a concert from a bygone era. Formed in the 1980's, the band has released two critically acclaimed albums: "Don't Quit Your Day Job" and "Horizontal Hold" on Dockside Music Records. They now extensively tour the Northeastern United States performing their tribute to the British Invasion and opening for national recording acts such as Herman's Hermits, The Turtles, The Rascals, Leon Russell, New Riders of the Purple Sage and Gary U.S. Bonds. In addition the band has gained international notoriety in England, Sweden, Germany, and Chile. They have performed for audiences of 500 to 50,000 and their show is guaranteed to delight everyone.
www.thebritishinvasiontribute.com

This Concert is sponsored by: Stop & Shop Supermarkets/Citizens Bank/The British Beer Company Restaurant and Pub

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