Friday Night Concert Series
July 3, 2009 USAF Liberty Pops Band http://www.bandofliberty.af.mil
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 25 years.
July 10, 2009 All Together Now
http://www.alltogethernow.org
All Together Now is not a Beatles look-alike band, but instead a sound-alike band, celebrating Beatles
music in an interactive way that gets everyone--whether they are 8 or 88--singing, dancing, clapping
and having a great time.
Their extensive song list reflects the Beatles entire repertoire and career, from Twist and Shout to
Sgt. Pepper to Abbey Road, they not only play the classic hits audiences want to hear, we add a few
surprises that delight minds and hearts alike.
July 17, 2009 Don Campbell Band
http://www.doncampbellmusic.com
A national winner of the True Value/Colgate Country Showdown at the Grand Ole Opry and named Maine’s
Best Singer-Songwriter from 2004-2009 in the Maine Sunday Telegram Readers’ Poll, Don Campbell and the
Don Campbell Band & Trio entertain audiences of all ages with their charismatic blend of adult contemporary,
country and rock music. With world-class vocals and boy-next-door charm, Don has opened for Willie Nelson,
Toby Keith (Gillette Stadium), American Idol winner Carrie Underwood (Jeff Gordon Foundation Fundraiser),
Randy Travis and many other country greats.
A new CD, American Garage, was released in 2008. The music collection showcases Don's talents as a songwriter,
singer and musician like no prior project, dialing back the country flavor a notch to let his contemporary
folk-rock side surface. Don will release two additional CD collections in 2009, including a family project
featuring his father and uncles and the music he grew up with and a new Christmas CD.
July 24, 2009 Pondering Judd
http://www.ponderingjudd.com
Taking risks is essential to art, and life itself. Playing it safe is predictable, mind-numbing and
dull. New England's Pondering Judd have long-pioneered the blurry waters of rock, folk, and Americana
since 1993, intermingling all three genres to create a unique blend of music best described as roots
rock.
Pondering Judd's high-energy performances capture the attention of a vast array of generations and music
lovers alike. They have shared stages with Guster, Sawdoctors, Entrain, Push Stars, and Dispatch, to
name a few. Through the years, PJudd have always considered themselves as a live band, first and foremost.
Their diverse musical nature allows them to perform in music halls and living rooms alike.
Pondering Judd has been recognized both locally and regionally for its efforts, winning the 2004, 2005,
& 2006 Spotlight Awards for Best Rock Band, the 1999 & 2000 Spotlight on The Arts Award for Best Alternative
Band, and in 2000, P-Judd's release of Curve of Her Soul received top honors as Best CD by an Established
Band. The band will be inducted into the Spotlight Hall of Fame in Spring 2008.
July 31, 2009
Cochecho Palooza - An evening showcasing local talent
Dan Walker
www.danwalkermusic.com
Dan Walker is a writer, performer and producer of blues-based, folk, rock and alt-country music. His
musical roots stretch from the corn fields of Indiana to the red-dirt clay of southern Virginia. Growing
up, he was influenced by traditional songs of the Blue Ridge Mts., 'top 40' of the 60's and 70's and
eventually influenced by the dominating alternative rock coming out of the Seatle music scene. By the
time he was 16, Dan was a singer/songwriter and band leader performing for college crowds throughout
Indiana, Michigan and Ohio. Since then, The Dan Walker Band has toured 15 states from the Rocky Mts.
to the Green and Whites of New England. Currently, Dan lives in New Hampshire and is planning the release
of his 3rd CD "Beautiful" this spring 2009.
Sounds of the Seacoast
www.soundsoftheseacoast.org
Portsmouth-based Sounds of the Seacoast women's a cappella chorus is a diverse group of over 40 women
all ages and walks of life from many communities throughout the greater Seacoast area.
In keeping with the style of barbershop music (unaccompanied, four-part a cappella harmony), the chorus
enjoys singing and performing a variety of music from standards to gospel songs to more modern pieces.
Sneaky Pete
www.sneekypeteband.com
SneekyPete is a remedy for your rock n’ roll soul. They will shake your booty, move your groove and
rock your socks off with their covers of the best rock of all time. They reach back into the sixties
and jump all the way to today. They play songs you love, but don’t hear everyday.
August 7, 2009 Boston Horns
http://www.bostonhorns.com
The Boston Horns is lead by Garret Savlik and Henley Douglas Jr, former front men of the Heavy Metal
Horns. Over the course of 20 years, they’ve collaborated and toured with a wide range of artists including,
Tower of Power, Extreme, Johnny A, Shawn Mullins and James Montgomery. Their compelling mix of funk,
jazz and soul has kept audiences grooving across the country.
August 14, 2009 The Spectras
http://www.thesprectras.com
Formed at UNH in 1964, The Spectras enjoy a 40 year run as one of the top bands in New England. They
have shared the stage with The Beach Boys, Led Zeppelin, the Doors, The Lovin' Spoonful, Janis Joplin,
The Rascals, Ray Charles, Paul Revere & the Raiders, Simon and Garfunkel.The Spectras have an exciting,
richly colorful sound that has amazing diversity...the rhythmic drive of a rock band, the brassiness
of a swing band, the soul sound of Motown, and yet the tenderness of a beautiful vocal on intimate ballads.
Tuesday Children's Series
July 7, 2009 Marcus Gale www.marcusgale.com
Marcus Gale is a happy guy who makes you want to sing and dance. He concert "Music for Everyone" is
a friendly upbeat interactive family event. Kids everywhere love his engaging songs, funny stories and
playful puppet friends.
July 14, 2009 Todd Wellington
www.kingofsilly.com
Todd Wellington - The King of Silly - has been entertaining children and family audiences across New
England since 1988.
His credits include Red Sox games at Fenway Park in Boston, NASCAR races at New Hampshire International
Speedway, The Balsams Grand Resort in Dixville Notch, N.H., Phillips Exeter Academy, Harpoon Brewery's
Harpoon Fest and Boston Medical Center's 2008 HalloweenTown extravaganza at the Seaport World Trade
Center in Boston.
He appeared on the first season of the NBC television show "America's Got Talent" and a 1990's Dial-A-Mattress
commercial that could not be killed by conventional means.
July 21, 2009 Judy Pancoast www.judypancoast.com
Award-winning entertainer Judy Pancoast is an acclaimed children’s musical artist whose exceptional
original songs for children instantly captivate audiences of all ages and bring children and families
together in a spirit of wholesome fun.
With loyal fans among those aged 3 to 11, Judy has produced four popular collections of children’s music.
Her innovative song writing won her the coveted Children’s Music Web "Best Song for Young Children"
award three times. The House on Christmas Street CD has been hailed by reviewers as "capturing a spirit
of joy and innocence without the calculated syrup of Hollywood or Madison Avenue" All four of Judy’s
CDs have been endorsed by the Coalition for Quality Children’s Media. Her music is heard regularly on
XM Satellite Radio where she has been the host of two special programs.
July 28, 2009 Susie Burke www.burkesurette.com
Susie Burke is an exceptional children's performer, as her many fans both young and older will testify.
Drawing on her unique background as both a professional musician and an early childhood teacher, she
presents a program that is entertaining, educational, involving, inspiring, and of high musical caliber.
Themes of friendship, the environment, and a child's sense of self are often a focus, along with lots
of songs that are just plain fun. Children are encouraged to participate, with singing, clapping, call-and-response,
and movement games. They are also presented with songs that encourage a more thoughtful response, regarding
their feelings, their relations with other children, and their day-to-day trials and triumphs. Susie's
strong, beautiful voice and her warm, heartfelt stage manner help to create a memorable and valuable
musical experience for children.
August 4, 2009 BJ Hickman www.bjhickman.com
Magician B. J. Hickman has entertained children of all ages throughout New England for more than 30
years. Hickman’s polished style is that of a traditional magician. Combine that with his friendly, comfortable
rapport with the audience and the result is a performance that leaves the audience spellbound.
"The magic happens and people are left with a sense of wonder but in a lighthearted, entertaining way,"
Hickman says. "I make sure everyone has fun and they know that I do too."
August 11, 2009 Jody Gourlay www.jodygourlay.com
Jody has been a professional vocalist entertaining through out New England and Canada for over 25 years.
She became involved in the Early childhood music program Kindermusik over 13 years ago,and now teaches
all levels of this wonderful program at the Works health and fitness center in Somersworth. Her love
of music, children, endless energy and enthusiasm has touched thousands of families in the Seacoast
area, as she has branched out to children’s concerts, library shows, childrens’s books and cd’s. Jody
is thrilled for the opportunity to perform at the Cocheco Arts Festival once again, and looks forward
to seeing old friends and meeting new ones.