The Braunschweiger Blues Band will be back in the Black Box on December 7!  Come on out for a great time with Doug Harmon and crew….these guys know how to have fun!

This popular local group has a great sound, gets everyone up and dancing, and having fun! Join us for a great night!
Band members include:  John Chandonnet on drums and vocals; Todd Juengel on guitar, keyboard and vocals; Wade Perkins on horns, keyboard and vocals; Randy Seabolt on bass and vocals; Doug Harmon on guitar and vocals; and Cousin Richie on vocals and sound technician.

This show is a part of  the Dogwood Center Black Box HOT ticket promotion! Treat yourself to a musical two-in-one ticket package! This great package includes one ticket to Braunschweiger Blues Band on December 7 and one ticket to Karisa Wilson on January 18!

Get a ticket to both shows for $22! Regular ticket prices are $12.50 each.

This is a great opportunity for savings on your entertainment dollars. Save some cash while securing your seat for two fabulous shows! Come on over to the Dogwood and “get in on the act!”

To purchase the Black Box HOT Ticket click here.
Click here to purchase tickets for this show only. $12.50. Black Box. 7:30 p.m. Tables can be reserved with the purchase of 8 tickets. Please call the Dogwood Box Office to reserve yours today!

Dogwood Box Office Hours are Tuesday-Friday 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. and two hours prior to an event. For more information please contact Dogwood Box Office at 231.924.8885.

Tickets may also be purchased at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont. Hours are Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., and Saturdays 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.. For more information please contact the Artsplace at 231.924.4022.

Three of the most original instrumentalists to ever mutate out of the classical gene pool join forces to breathe new life into the time-honored piano trio tradition. Violinist Tracy Silverman, pianist Philip Aaberg, and cellist Mike Block are on a mission to redefine contemporary chamber music.
Performing works from their new all-Bach CD, “Three Part Invention”, an album of reinterpreted versions of Bach masterpieces, their live concerts also include original works and reinventions of other classical repertoire. Their iconoclastic performances are full of approachable good humor and break all the pretenses of classical performance conventions – jazz, pop, and world influences paradoxically accent the beauty, elegance, and soulfulness of traditional masterworks.
All three artists have created vibrant solo careers by stretching from their classical roots into folk, jazz, rock, and world music. Together in Three Part Invention, their paths converge in homage to the music they first loved.
For more on Tracy Silverman and Three Part Invention please click here.
Click here to purchase tickets. $17.50 Adults, $10 Kids 18 and Under. Main Stage. General Admission. 7:30 p.m.
Box Office hours will be Tuesday – Friday 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. and two hours prior to an event. For information, phone 231.924.8885.
Tickets are also available at the NCCA-Artsplace. Hours are Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Thursdays 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., and Saturdays 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. For information, phone 231.924.4022.

Newaygo County People for Peace is sponsoring their 3rd concert celebrating “30 Days of Peace”. This years show, “Plant Justice-Harvest Peace”, will showcase five musical groups. A silent auction will also be held.
Talent for the evening includes:
Swingtooth – David and Lee Middleman play their own handmade guitars and Chris Cudworth plays bass. This trio has become a learning lab for several other local musicians who sit in occasionally. The musical sap flows freely when the band plays 40’s vintage jazz.
Budd Greenman and Erik White – After their chance meeting at Wheatland Music Festival a few years ago, Michigan Luthiers Budd Greenman and Erik White have had a blast exploring the styles of celtic, old time, bluegrass, and jazz. Formed from a combination of these traditions, their sound features original tunes as well as melodies that have endured for generations.
Sandra Bernard – The local singer/writer is a lifelong musician who has been performing since the age of 5. She sang in churches in the mid 50’s with her four siblings where five part harmony was soulfully engrained. The bluesy, sultry singer has performed solo and as a vocalist for many bands over the years; which includes a popular Motown band with her two daughters called “Mother Soul”. Sandra has been a resident of Newaygo since 2001 and is very active in the community’s music and writing scene.
Luke Sayers – A member of a talented musical family, Luke has been playing music since he was eight years old and hand building guitars since he was 12. At a concert, he gave one of his guitars to Elliot Smith who has continued to inspire his musical style. For about 13 years Luke played with the rockabilly band, “The Deadalives”. These days, when performing solo, the songwriter, guitar playing singer’s choice is usually folk style.
Framing Rhythm – Brenda Huckins Bonter, Beth Kelonvea, Amy Oak, Barb Pitcher, and Heather Witkowski form a group dedicated to bringing alive the ancient power of the frame drum.
The evening will also feature Steve Albert of Blue Lake Public Radio as the emcee.
Click here to purchase tickets. $12.50. Black Box. General admission. Doors open at 6:45.  Come view and bid on fabulous silent auction items before the concert and during the intermission.

Box Office hours will be Tuesday – Friday 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. and two hours prior to an event. For information, phone 231.924.8885.
Tickets are also available at the NCCA-Artsplace. Hours are Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Thursdays 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., and Saturdays 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. For information, phone 231.924.4022.

Nashville’s 2011 New Country Star winner, Matthew Huff, is back again putting on a benefit concert for Newaygo County’s Team Keegan! Matthew has had songs on the top 40 debut single chart on Music Row and is involved with Cure Search of Children’s Cancer. Check out Matthew’s sound here: www.matthewhuffofficial.com.
Local comedians will open the show providing an hour of comedy as well!

Team Keegan is a local nonprofit organization that creates handmade wooden treasure chests, fills them with $100 worth of toys, and sends them to the homes of children with cancer around theUnited States. To check out more on Team Keegan please visit www.team-keegan.com.

Chicago Afro Latin Jazz Ensemble (CALJE) 5-et is regarded as the new and innovative force in the Latin Jazz scene. With a global sound and ensemble, this band represents Afro-Cuban Jazz, as well as music from all of Latin America. They incorporate traditional Cuban rhythms such as son, guaguanco, and clave negra with modern Jazz harmony. Through this fusion concept, they have explored writing new music based on Argentinian Tango, Dominican Merengue, Puerto Rican Bomba y Plena, Spanish Flamenco, and Jamaican Reggae. CALJE delivers captivating performances and high energy in the form of dance grooves. The music is primarily written by co-leaders trumpeter Victor Garcia and pianist Darwin Noguera.

This performance will consist of a sizzling quintet. CALJE has performed and recorded with artists such as Grammy winners Howard Levy from the Bela Fleck Group and Brian Lynch from the Eddie Palmieri group, master percussionist Paoli Mejias and legendary trombonist Steve Turre. They have also given performances and clinics across the midwest and in three cities in the country of Nicaragua. Their debut album “Blueprints” was critically acclaimed, receiving 3.5/4 stars from Downbeat Magazine, as well as other media outlets across the U.S. and abroad.

Click here to visit CALJE’s website.

Click here to purchase tickets. $17.50. Black Box. General Admission.  7:30 p.m.

Tickets are available online, at the Dogwood Box Office, or at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont.

Box Office hours will be Tuesday – Friday 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. and two hours prior to an event. For information, phone 231.924.8885.

NCCA-Artsplace hours are Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Thursdays 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., and Saturdays 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. For information, phone 231.924.4022.

The Golden Dragon Acrobats represent the best of a time honored tradition that began more than twenty-five centuries ago. The Golden Dragons are recognized throughout the United States and abroad as the premiere Chinese acrobatic touring company of today.

The reputation of the company is solidly rooted in a commitment to the highest of production values and an attention to artistic details that is unparalleled in the art form. World renowned impresario Danny Chang and choreographer Angela Chang combine award winning acrobatics, traditional dance, spectacular costumes, ancient and contemporary music and theatrical techniques to present a show of breathtaking skill and spellbinding beauty.

Click here to visit the Golden Dragon Chinese Acrobat website.

Click here to purchase tickets. $25 adults, $10 kids 18 and under. Main Stage. Reserved seating. 3:00 p.m.

Introducing the Dogwood Center Main Stage HOT ticket! Treat yourself and your family to a high quality entertainment three-in-one ticket package! This full experience package includes one ticket to each of the following: the high flying Golden Dragon Chinese Acrobats for all ages on October 5 at 3:00 PM; Lightwire Theater’s all ages show DiNO-Light (as seen on America’s Got Talent) on February 14 at 7:30 PM; and The Cashore Marionettes’ entertaining show Life in Motion for ages 12 and up on March 21 at 7:30 PM.

The Main Stage HOT ticket offers you a 20% discount off the regularly priced tickets!

HOT ticket pricing:

· $48 for three reserved adults seats – regular price of $60!

· $24 for three reserved seats for kids 18 and under – regular price of $30!

This is a great opportunity for savings on your entertainment dollars. Save some cash while securing your seat for three fabulous shows! Come on over to the Dogwood and “get in on the act!” Click here to get your HOT Ticket today!

Tickets are available online, at the Dogwood Box Office, or at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont.
Box Office hours will be Tuesday – Friday 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. and two hours prior to an event. For information, phone 231.924.8885.

NCCA-Artsplace hours are Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Thursdays 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., and Saturdays 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. For information, phone 231.924.4022.

“Tampa Bay’s most seasoned and professional original singer/songwriter.” -MusicTampaBay.com
That’s right folks, Fremont John is not from Fremont, Michigan.
A distinctive acoustic guitar style with the resonate growl of a baritone voice is reason enough to listen to the music of Fremont John. Add it to his penchant for taking the classic songs we all know and creating them in his own style and you have a captivating show of musical ability. Developing his musical talents since age 5, he’s played the music of the classical greats to the rock hall of famers and now pen’s his own music with the richness of his life experiences weaving a variety of styles into his own.
As an electric guitar rock-n-roller during his early career, Fremont John toured extensively throughout the Midwest with his band Innervision. Taking a break from regular performance and touring for nearly 25 years, he continued to perform sporadically at venues thoughout Michigan while writing some of the songs that became a part of his first CD, ACOUSTIC THUNDER, released in 1999. That same year Fremont John returned to full time performance, honing a professional music career on the stages of the popular Key West venues. He continues to be a favorite both solo and trio performer at Sloppy Joe’s, The Bull, Vigilio’s and Willy T’s in Key West where he still does a monthly tour.
Record producer Larry Baeder, wowed by FJ’s songwriting, initiated a collaboration with deeply talented seasoned musicians and recording technicians in NYC’s Pyramid Studio in 2004. The 2005 indie CD release of TIMELINE included Richard Crooks (Dr. John, Leonard Cohen, Paul Simon, Bob Dylan) on drums, Fernando Saunders (Lou Reed, Pat Benatar, Jeff Beck, Jan Hammer) on bass, Charlie Giordano (Bruce Springsteen, Pat Benatar) adding keyboard, Crispin Cio (Joe Cocker, Rolling Stones) on sax, with Larry Baeder (James Montgomery, Carly Simon, Apollo Theater House) adding guitar licks. This collaboration resulted in a national radio campaign with airplay in many US cities and global airplay via hundreds of Internet stations. The CD received strong reviews in the industry and continues to enjoy strong sales at live shows and online.
GUITAR SONGS, the first all instrumental effort, was brought on by years of requests from fans for “more guitar!”. The CD features Fremont John’s identifiable melodic and distinctive acoutic style that captivates his live audience. Tampa Bay’s premier online music e-zine, The Bay Buzz (www.thebaybuzz.org) writes, “John’s sound is clean and his acoutic lead tone is wonderful; clear and crisp but also warm.” And then, “If you enjoy melodic guitar, buy this disc. A good instrumental CD is difficult to make but this one (Guitar Songs) is excellent.” -Pete Gallagher, WMNF 88.5 FM, Tampa, FL.
Fremont John’s solo live performance is a relaxed and comfortable way to kick back and enjoy music. Whether it’s a remake of a classic or an original selection, the guitar work is sure to please and the stories surrounding the songs are delightfully entertaining. When backed by a rhythm section for a trio sound it’s sure to be a rocking good time as he incorporates an ‘electric’ sound into his trademark Blue Taylor acoustic guitar. With an uncanny ability to ‘read’ his audience, Fremont John tailors his vast musical selections to the mood of his listeners like a master entertainer.
Click here to visit Fremont John’s website.
Click here to purchase tickets. $12.50. Black Box. General Admission. 7:30 p.m.

Tables can be reserved with the purchase of 8 tickets. Please call the Dogwood Box Office to reserve yours today!

Dogwood Box Office Hours are Tuesday-Friday 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. and two hours prior to an event. For more information please contact Dogwood Box Office at 231.924.8885.

Tickets may also be purchased at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont. Hours are Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., and Saturdays 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.. For more information please contact the Artsplace at 231.924.4022.

Vincent Hayes returns to the Dogwood Center Black Box!!
Nominated by the Blues Foundation for the prestigious 2011 Blues Music Award for “Best New Artist Debut” for their internationally successful debut CD, “Reclamation”, the West Michigan-based group has carved a rapidly growing reputation as one of the favorite roots and blues bands around.
Driven by Hayes dynamic, sensitive guitar work and one of the most powerful rhythm sections in the modern blues industry, the four piece band’s performances are dominated by grooving rhythms, stinging guitar, memorable songs, and lively, show stopping musicianship.
It has been a busy summer for Vincent Hayes. Most recently he and his band (formerly known as The Vincent Hayes Project), were honored with an invitation to warm up the stage for the “King of the Blues” himself, BB King, at Frederik Meijer Gardens in Grand Rapids. Just a few weeks later they found themselves in their first official “headliner” slot on a triple bill with blues legend Buddy Guy, and blues/rock hero Jonny Lang at the 2013 Coast West Festival, where they quickly gained the favor of the crowd of 9,000 rock and blues fans.

With a new CD, “The Grind”, just released in late August, Hayes and his stellar rhythm section showcase their evolution as a songwriter and a guitar force to be reckoned with. There are eight new Hayes originals on “The Grind”, in addition to an interpretation of “Inner City Blues”, the 1971 classic by Marvin Gaye, and the moody and dark “Not Tonight”, a collaborative song penned by West Michigan singer/songwriter Joel Toppen, and arranged by Hayes and the band.

In February 2011, Vincent and the band swept the WYCE Jammie Awards by winning four Jammies in the categories of “Album of the Year, Best Blues Album, Best New Artist, and Producer of the Year (Glenn Brown)”, before receiving two 2011 Blues Blast Award Nominations for “Best New Artist and the Sean Costello Rising Star Award.”  The CD “Reclamation was” additionally voted as one of the top 100 Blues CD’s of 2010-2011 by Real Blues magazine, and Vincent also appeared on the cover of the March 2012 issue of France’s Blues & Co. magazine
Click here to visit Vincent Hayes’ website.
Click here to purchase tickets. $12.50. Black Box. General Admission. Tables can be reserved with the purchase of 8 tickets. 7:30 p.m. Please call the Dogwood Box Office to reserve yours today!

Dogwood Box Office Hours are Tuesday-Friday 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. and two hours prior to an event. For more information please contact Dogwood Box Office at 231.924.8885.

Tickets may also be purchased at NCCA-Artsplace in downtown Fremont. Hours are Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m., Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m., and Saturdays 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.. For more information please contact the Artsplace at 231.924.4022.