Music Scene (and heard) in Matthews

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Comment by Regina Ziliani on August 9, 2008 at 12:27pm

Hi, Music Lovers!

I wanted to invite you all out to a special Open House right here in Matthews. Charlotte Academy of Music will host 2 days of Open House opportunities....
Saturday, August 23 from 10am-2pm
Sunday, August 24 from 2pm-6pm

Charlotte Academy of Music offers music instruction in Piano, Guitar, Voice, Flute, Violin, Viola, Trumpet and more! Our Academy Children's Choir is the perfect place for kids who love to sing.
Our tradmark is our combination of the traditional music lesson taught by an experienced, professional musician, combined with our Music Technology Lab. You can learn more by visiting our website at www.charlotteacademyofmusic.com

Come by and introduce yourself to me! I'd love to meet fellow iMatthews members.

Regina Ziliani

Comment by Walter Stewart on July 23, 2008 at 4:54pm

I am a Veteran Music Industry Professional, born in Charlotte, raised in Matthews. I recently moved back to the Carolinas from California after 35 years there. I am involved in the Charlotte Music Awards, The Carolina Live Music Society, Sweet Tea Jubilee and other local organizations. I am a 30 year voting member of the Recording Academy (Grammys), I am a BMI Songwriter. I represent Secret Agent Man, Johnny Rivers, South85 and other National and International Recording Artists. I am interested in helping the local musicians gain international exposure. I am open to consult when ever possible!
My key word is "ONWARD."

Comment by Logan Hedges on May 24, 2008 at 7:34pm

It never ceases to amaze me how the intention separation of church and state is so badly distorted by the applications towhich we apply it. /shrug

Comment by Nancy LaFond on May 1, 2008 at 8:09am

Hi Mary,
Regarding the Christian band in Stumptown Park, I appreciate your input. If you're thinking along the lines of the Concerts in the Park series, a Christian band cannot play during that time because Stumptown is a town-owned park and the town cannot endorse a religious affiliation (the whole separation of church and state thing). If a Christian band plays at Stumptown Park (which they have on many occasions), it is because it is a private event.

Also, the bands that are booked for the Summer Concert Series are booked through a professional agency. The booking usually takes place in February.

Comment by mary debaggis on April 27, 2008 at 10:46pm

hey,
i know this christian band that could play for stumptown one night.
their name is mono/stereo.
they are the band for central church of god and they do gigs all the time.
they can find an opening band if you will get them.
i would really like to see some young people up on stage playing their heart out, i think it makes the town look more family oriented.
their myspace is www.myspace.com/monostereonc
my name is mary debaggis, you can contact me ion my cell phone at 609-510-7983.
please give them a chance,
thank you.

:]

Comment by Michael Everitt on April 27, 2008 at 7:56pm

Hey Darryl and Jay... Thanks for the kudos. Greg and I have a ball whenever we play. We try very hard to deliver quality music to our listeners... and we always enjoy ourselves. I think that spills over to whomever is around.

As for 'Copenhagen'... and 'Dead Skunk in the Middle of the Road'... Greg always cringes when I toss those (and a few other fun tunes) into the mix! We always make sure our playlist is venue and age appropriate. Again... It's as much about having fun as anything else.

Thanks again for the positive feedback. It's always welcome.

Michael~

Comment by Jay Jackson on April 27, 2008 at 11:39am

Great music at Earth Day!

Comment by Darryl Parker on April 26, 2008 at 4:34pm

Michael - excellent playing today. My wife and I were surprised by "Copenhagen"!

Comment by Michael Everitt on April 24, 2008 at 9:50pm

Greg Baker and I make up GB and ME.
We play a wide range of music genres... Americana, Country, Caribbean, Folk, and some soft rock... From Jimmy Buffett to Merle Haggard... from REO Speedwagon to Bob Seger... Willie Nelson and Kris Kristopherson to John Prine... and just about anyone in between.

We have played ArtFest, Matthews Alive, The Bean House, The Neighborhood Theater and The Evening Muse in NODA, Kaldi's Koffee, Puckett's Farm Supply, Dilworth Coffee, Trahan's, Matthew's Chamber Taste and Trade, Earth Day Celebration, Festival in the Park... and many private parties.

Our philosophy is to have fun with our music and make sure that our listeners have just as much fun!

GB and ME