 MCKINNEY CONCERTS
A trend-setter in
entertainment proudly presents our 37th season:
2010-2011 Concert Season
JIMMY TRAVIS- One man, One
Guitar
September 11
7:30pm - 10:00pm
www.JimmyTravis.com
As one reviewer put it: 'Jimmy Travis took the
stage and within minutes made everyone in the
audience feel like his new best friend. His
presentation was hilarious, clean, and
definitely had something for everyone. His
approach to humor was very refreshing in a day
and age when so many lace their shows with
profanity' VARIETY
Attempting to describe a Jimmy Travis show or
presentation is a lot like trying to herd cats!
It's not impossible, but definitely takes some
doing. He's funny, creative, spontaneous,
energetic, and since he frequently interacts
with the audience, no two shows are ever the
same! Simply put, Jimmy Travis is unique!
BARBARY COAST
DIXIELAND JAZZ BAND
October 2
7:30pm - 10:00pm
www.barbary-coast.com
The Barbary Coast Dixieland Band has been
together since 1967. Elected to the Minnesota
Music Hall of Fame in 2001 and rated among the
finest entertainers in the Midwest, the band has
played everywhere from the Mississippi
paddle-wheel boats and the Minnesota State Fair,
to Nagasaki, Japan.
The band is made up of six talented musicians
who play 18 instruments. Led by left-handed
banjo/guitar player Dick Petersen, the band
includes Tom Andrews on drums, clarinet, and
vocals; Jim ten Bensel on trombone, cornet,
drums, and vocals; Russ Peterson on trumpet,
trombone, sax, clarinet, flute, bass, and
vocals; Steve Pikal on bass, trombone, and
piano; and, finally, Dick Ramberg on piano and
clarinet. This group of versatile musicians, who
occasionally swap instruments on stage without
missing a note, will have your feet tappin' from
their very first set!
TAKE ME HOME:
The Music of JOHN DENVER
November 6
7:30pm - 10:00pm
www.JimCurrymusic.com
The tragedy of John Denver's untimely death in
1997 was felt the world over, and his ardent
fans demanded his music must survive. In
response, CBS television produced the TV movie:
"Take Me Home, The John Denver Story." Jim Curry
was the voice of John Denver. From his early
beginning, Jim Curry created a full-length John
Denver tribute celebrated nationall...y and
internationally. Jim does not impersonate John;
rather, he sings in his natural voice. It is a
happy coincidence that Jim bears a resemblance
to Denver. John Denver's message was for us to
take care of each other and this planet. Jim
Curry is the perfect messenger for John, and
November is the perfect month to hear John's
message.
BUDDY JEWELL- Country Enough
Saturday, January 8, 2011
7:30pm - 10:00pm
www.BuddyJewell.com
Buddy Jewell took the world of country music by
storm winning the 'Nashville Star' competition
in 2003. His hit song, "Sweet Southern Comfort"
is a testimonial to growing up in the south.
Jewell has earned industry recognition with
multiple award nominations, including the
Academy of Country Music for Best New Artist,
the CMA for the Horizon Award and a prestigious
Grammy nomination for his participation on the
country gospel compilation album, Amazing Grace
III.
Buddy looks forward to bringing a combo of
Nashville’s finest musicians along with some
sweet, southern hospitality to McKinney
Community Concerts.
The Glenn Miller Orchestra with Larry O'Brien &
The Moonlight Serenaders
Saturday, February 5, 2011
7:30pm - 10:00pm
www.glennmillerorchestra.com
"Get Your Kicks" as seven generations of devoted
fans have enjoyed the incomparable music of
Glenn Miller. For your listening pleasure, we
present the legendary orchestra for a rare
fourth appearance.
THE TEXAS TENORS- Country Roots, Classical Sound
Saturday, March 5, 2011
7:30pm - 10:00pm
www.TheTexasTenors.com
Enjoy the incredible voices of these Classically
trained tenors. They combine their talents to
wow audiences with their vocal abilities,
personalities and humor. There will be
well-loved arias as well as songs of the
unexpected. This fusion of country and classical
music reminds us that there is a little bit of
Texas in all of us.
- J.C.- the romantic tenor, won the heart
of Miss Kansas 1998 with Neapolitan love
songs.
- Marcus- appeared opposite Bruce Willis
in 'Perfect Stranger'. This peek into the
worlds for television and film imparts a
contemporary feel to the group.
- John- is a tenor's tenor; equally at
home with opera, musicals, recitals, and
symphony.
THE PRIDONOFF DUO
Saturday, March 26, 2011
7:30pm - 10:00pm
www.alkahestartists.net/www/docs/206
Without hesitation, we can compare Eugene and
Elizabeth Pridonoff to the great husband-wife
piano duos, Josef and Rosina Lhevinne, and
Vronsky and Babin. The Pridonoff concerts
exhibit the ultimate in piano artistry. Renowned
nationally, internationally and in McKinney,...
where they twice served as Adjudicators in the
Wysong-Joplin Young Artists Competition held
annually in April.
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