SUMMERFEST ENTERTAINMENT 2010

THURSDAY, JUNE 17

• 10:00 - Lyric Theater-The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged) (preview)
• 12:00 - Sassafras Folk String Band-Folk
• 1:30 - Leaping Lulu-Celtic
• 3:00 - Cold Fusion-Jazz/Blues
• 4:30 - Dry Lake Band-Bluegrass
• 6:00 - Cheatwood-Rock
• 8:00 - Way Way East Bay-Rock

FRIDAY, JUNE 18

• 10:00 - Wild West Shakespeare-Whole Lotta Fuss Over Nothin' (preview)
• 10:30 - Jazzanova-Jazz
• 12:00 - Briarwood-Celtic
• 1:30 - Libby Linton-Contemporary
• 3:00 - Rootbeer Reunion-Country
• 4:30 - Chris Proctor-Acoustic Guitar
• 6:00 - Lokalgrown-Rock
• 8:00 - Salsa Brava-Salsa

SATURDAY JUNE 19

• 10:00 - Lyric Theater-Always...Patsy Cline (preview)
• 10:30 - Heartstrings-pop
• 12:00 - Danielle Vaughn-Contemporary
• 1:30 - Austin Weyand Band-acoustic/folk jazz
• 3:00 - Brenn Hill-Country
• 4:30 - Anke Summerhill-Folk/Celtic
• 6:00 - Red Rock Hot Club-American Gypsy Jazz
• 8:00 - T-Minus 5-Accapella

Summerfest 2010 Performing Artist Profiles

T Minus 5

As a nationally-acclaimed and regional award-winning a cappella group, T Minus 5 is known for delivering a high-energy musical performance that combines contemporary pop, golden oldies, classic rock, a bit of country, and even elements of comedy. www.tminus5.com

Red Rock Hot Club

The Red Rock Hot Club is recognized as one of the top American Gypsy Jazz Ensembles. Founded in 1999, and led by the swinging guitar stylings of Rich D'aigle, the group specializes in Gypsy Jazz; a European take of an American art form. With the added help of Pat and Scott Terry on guitar and bass, the core of the Hot Club delivers the sound of Paris (ala 1937) spot on, all the while making it fun and informative. www.redrockhotclub.com

Chris Proctor

Chris Proctor won the U.S. National Fingerstyle Guitar Championship, has released 9 recordings of his original compositions and arrangements for Windham Hill, Rounder, Flying Fish and Sugarhouse Records, and designed and performs on Taylor Guitars "Chris Proctor Signature Model Guitar." He has toured and performed across the U.S., Canada, and Europe for 30 years. www.chrisproctor.com

Anke Summerhill Trio

A German-Canadian native, Anke Summerhill has made her home in Salt Lake City since the mid 1980's. She has been faithfully practicing the art of songwriting since that time. Anke's song: "Stars at Noon", reflects perfectly the character of the Southern Utah Wilderness she has grown to love. This, and several other songs of hers have been adopted by a variety of community groups to aid their fund raising efforts. Her Trio features heartfelt original songs and soaring vocals with acoustic guitar along with special guest accompanists Kate MacLeod on fiddle and Harold Carr on bass. www.AnkeSummerhill.com

The Austin Weyand Band

Drawing from the refinement of classical music, the visceral experience of blues and classic rock and the swinging dance feel of American jazz, celtic and other folk traditions, Austin Weyand creates a truly diverse and awe-inspiring experience through acoustic guitar explorations. Austin's compositions and arrangements for guitar violin, bass, and percussion will keep you mesmerized. Austin Weyand was the 2008 champion of the Wyoming Fingerstyle Guitar Competition. www.austinweyand.com

Brenn Hill

Songwriter/singer/musician Brenn Hill has been among the brightest names in Western music for the past several years. He creates music that not only pays homage to Western music's finest traditions, but also serves as a passport to today's Mountain West. "I describe myself as a little bit of George Strait, a little bit of Bruce Springsteen, and a whole lot of Ian Tyson and John Denver," says Brenn, who has been inspired by many kinds of music, but has always known he wanted to make Western music his home."If I can activate the people who live this western lifestyle as well as the people who are fascinated with this lifestyle, maybe I've accomplished something beyond making music." www.brennhill.com

Salsa Brava

The raging beats of the caribbean are today the core of Salsa Brava Orchestra's musical selection. This wonderful adventure has taken "Salsa Brava" through South by Southwest, Sundance Film Festival, the 2002 Winter Olympics and various other places around the country, making this journey a unique experience. From the trombone to the timbales, from the bass to the congas, Salsa Brava hosts a full fledged orchestra accompanied by musicians from all areas of the world, touching on all aspects of international music. Salsa Brava, is still the leader in breaking the norm for achieving the ever-changing world beat. www.salsabravaorchestra.com

Danielle Vaughn

Drawing from a childhood full of rich and diverse experience, a gift for poetry and prose, and an un-common talent whether playing the piano or guitar, Danielle Vaughn creates a truly unforgettable experience through story and song as an engaging performer. With her style ranging from blissful folk to bluesy jazz, Danielle creates an atmosphere of appreciation for singing and song-writing at it's very finest. As a songwriter, Danielle has drawn much attention to her lyrics and musicianship. Fans of her music say, "Danielle writes as honest a song as you've ever heard. No pretense, no non-sense, no filler, just musical essence with emotional integrity." For her voice, Danielle has drawn comparisons to the likes of Alison Krauss, and Eva Cassidy. www.daniellevaughn.com

Dry Lake Band

Dry Lake Band is a hard-working young Bluegrass group. Drawing on strong musical backgrounds as varied as Classical, Jazz and Rock, Dry Lake Band performs driving, energetic Original & Traditional Bluegrass with true passion, sweet harmonies, and expert musicianship
Already considered one of the up-and-coming contemporary Bluegrass groups in Utah, Dry Lake Band is a local favorite, having appeared on KVNU's For The People, KSM Music & Why Sound's 2010 Battle of the Bands Finals, Vittles & Fiddles, and for many other local causes and venues. In the Summer of 2010, Dry Lake Band will be releasing their full-length studio album while picking and singing all over the Region.www.reverbnation.com/drylakeband

Jazzanova

Currently residing in northern Utah, Jazzanova consists of former and current USU music professors and alumni, as well as former recording artists from the Los Angeles area. Jazzanova plays authentic traditional jazz, bop and latin standards, spanning the history of jazz from the 30's through the 60's. www.myspace.com/jazzanovaband

Lokalgrown

For nearly a decade, Lokalgrown has been entertaining crowds throughout Utah, Idaho, Arizona, Colorado, Nevada, and Budapest, Hungary (true story - for some odd reason they were on some random radio station there for a while). Influenced by the sounds of Coldplay, Neil Young, the Eagles, Dave Matthews, Martin Sexton, Snow Patrol, Bob Dylan, Toad the Wet Sprocket and the Fray, to name a few, Lokalgrown delivers a performance which is nothing short of compelling, entertaining, engaging, and crowd pleasing. www.lokalgrown.com

Leaping Lulu

Leaping Lulu plays traditional dance and Celtic music along with a number of their own compositions. They make their music with fiddle, guitar, cittern, flute, piccolo, vocals and the bodhran (Irish drum). Leaping Lulu was featured on a one-hour live radio broadcast over KRCL - FM radio of Salt Lake City, and was recently featured on the national radio program "The Folk Sampler". They have opened for Celtic harpist, Patrick Ball, and even played dinner music for Eileen Ivers and her band, Immigrant Soul. For several years they collaborated with the Inishfre Irish Dance group for their St. Patrick's Celebration: Celtic Night at the Caine Lyric Theatre and the Ellen Eccles Theatre. Leaping Lulu has recorded three albums: The Walk Home, High Road Low Road, and The Moving Cloud. Their next album STORM will be released in the Spring of 2010. For more information, please visit us at www.leapinglulu.com

The Briarwood Musicians

The Briarwood Musicians provide an array of traditional music with a fresh ensemble of acoustic instruments, including guitar, flute, tin whistle, bass and vocals. The group draws from recent history and centuries-old music, and offer compelling arrangments with hints of contemporary influences. Music styles include European and American music, celtic, jazz, classic hits and originals. Musicians include local favorites Rebecca Fuller, Austin Weyand, and Tim Watkins. www.briarwoodmusicians.com

Rootbeer Reunion

Braden (16), Kort (12), and Trae (8) have already been entertaining audiences for the past 6 years. They began learning and performing on musical instruments when they were very small. Their adventures have led them to having their music played on the radio not only in the U.S., but in Canada as well. They have been featured on TV, and have had the opportunity of opening for many acts including Capitol Recording Artist Ryan Shupe and the Rubberband. Entertaining is among some of the best fun they have. www.rootbeerreunion.com

Wild West Shakespeare

Wild West Shakespeare is a summer dinner theater at the American West Heritage Center which presents a Shakespeare story, melodrama style, set in the wild west. Of course no good melodrama is complete without songs, a great cast, physical comedy and, of course, gunfighting, and this year's show is no exception. For more information on tickets and pricing go to the AWHC website. www.awhc.org
Old Lyric Repertory Company presents: "The Complete Works of Shakespeare (abridged)" and "Always...Patsy Cline"

The Old Lyric Repertory Company

The Old Lyric Repertory Company (OLRC) is a professional theatre group founded in 1967 by Cache Valley theatre patron W. Vosco Call. The company is one of the only remaining regional theatre companies that produces four shows in repertory through the summer months of June, July and August. Productions consist of a farce, a musical, a drama and a mystery. csa.usu.edu/OLRC2009.aspx