2016-2024 Talent Showcase Senior Allstars
Three talented local performers that have shined from 2016-2024 during the monthly Talent Showcases. . As a result, we wish to honor them and feature their talent trough this new event. Join us for an evening of acoustic music with The Senior All Stars: Curtis Brand, Rich DeBrito, and Dean Bolt!
Acoustic Series: 2016-2024 Talent Showcase Senior All Stars
Doors open 7:00pm / Event starts 7:30pm
Tickets: $15 in advance online or $20 cash at the door
You're welcome to "BYOB & Food" to the venue
Event Page Link: https://thepackinghouse.us/upcoming/2024/05/10-acoustic-artist-series-2…
Since we initiated our Talent Showcase in 2016, there have been three individuals that have continued to support this program over the years, contributing and sharing their musical talent with all of us. As a result, we wish to honor them and feature their talent trough this new event. Join us for an evening of acoustic music with The Senior All Stars: Curtis Brand, Rich DeBrito, and Dean Bolt!
Curtis Brand: His music starts with the words. In the tradition of singer songwriters like Harry Chapin, Jim Croce, and Willie Nelson, Curtis playfully jabs the listener with the existential absurdity of our everyday life. He tells tales of the human condition--the lost souls, the wounded veteran, the let down lover--and blends them with delightful ditties and love songs in a performance which not only touches the sensibilities but also lifts the spirit. Whether performing solo in coffee shops and house concerts or joining with the On Call Band in full concert shows, the songs of Curtis Brand reach out and speak of the people around us.
Rich DeBrito: Rich came late to singing and performing. He liked and was inspired by the music he heard on the radio by the likes of Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, and TV and motion picture themes. When he was about 25 he was introduced to the guitar, and though he didn't take formal lessons, he was able to hold his own. He learned from friends who showed him chords to pop songs along with strums and finger picking styles. In the mid 90’s Rich began to play more regularly at open mics. The rest is history... Rich loves to sing and learn songs - and once in a while he'll create a song.
Dean Bolt: Dean grew up in Willimantic CT surrounded by local garage bands, Shaboo bands and other great musicians who went on to have successful music careers. He wasn't one of them. Many years later he found his way to acoustic guitar finger picking style and it clicked. His influences ranged from Leo Kotke, Doc Watson and Bonnie Raitt to James Taylor. With songs spanning from the 1970’s to last week, it is likely he has written and will be singing about something that connects with your experience. From poignant to thought provoking to off beat, he has written for weddings, funerals, graduations and parties. He explores subjects from crop circles to suicide and, of course, love: good and bad.
Soft drinks and snacks available. "BYOB&F" - Bring Your Own Beverage & Food (Wine & Beer Only - I.D. Required). You can also bring your paid ticket to Willington Pizza House for eat-in or take-out the night of the show and receive 15% off your meal purchase.
For more information, please call 518-791-9474 or see: https://thepackinghouse.us/upcoming/2024/05/10-acoustic-artist-series-2…
