Gerry Milnes has been collecting and playing old-time music and writing about traditional musicians in West Virginia for over fifty years. A prize-winning fiddle and banjo player, he has a large repertoire of tunes and songs learned directly from old-time players. He has inspired and supported hundreds of players through his work with the Augusta Heritage Center of Elkins, WV. Fellow Elkins resident Mike Miller plays backup guitar and calls dances across West Virginia and beyond. Gerry and Mike are often seen around West Virginia at festivals, square dances, and community events. [more info]
7:30 p.m. at Unitarian Universalist Society of Mill Creek
579 Polly Drummond Hill Rd, Newark, DE 19711 (near Paper Mill Road)
Tickets online:
https://bfotm-concert-tickets.square.site/
Tickets at the door:
Public $25
Seniors $20
BFOTM Members $15
Students with ID $15
Ages 17 & under FREE!
More info: concerts@brandywinefriends.org, or (302) 321-6466
Growing up, Joe Newberry and April Verch absorbed traditions of home and hearth – in his Missouri Ozarks and her Ottawa Valley of Canada. In their show, delighted audiences see first-hand the roots of their music, their love of performing, and their strong musical connection. Original songs join timeless classics. Stories warm the heart, and give audiences a chance to understand where the music comes from. Lively fiddle and banjo numbers combine with traditional dance steps to illustrate happy times when people made their own fun. [more info]
7:30 p.m. at Unitarian Universalist Society of Mill Creek
579 Polly Drummond Hill Rd, Newark, DE 19711 (near Paper Mill Road)
Tickets online:
https://bfotm-concert-tickets.square.site/
Tickets at the door:
Public $25
Seniors $20
BFOTM Members $15
Students with ID $15
Ages 17 & under FREE!
More info: concerts@brandywinefriends.org, or (302) 321-6466
Since 1971, Bob Bovee has traveled the country taking old time music to audiences of all ages at festivals, fairs, concerts, dances, schools, libraries, and music camps. Bob is a Nebraska native (now living in Minnesota) whose family sang and played the old-time songs. Many of the western and railroad songs he does were learned from his grandmother. He plays banjo and autoharp, sings and yodels, and can drive a dance band with his guitar and harmonica. Bob is well known and loved for beautiful songs, along with his dry and witty stage humor. More info: https://www.facebook.com/bob.bovee/
7:30 p.m. at Unitarian Universalist Society of Mill Creek
579 Polly Drummond Hill Rd, Newark, DE 19711 (near Paper Mill Road)
Tickets online:
https://bfotm-concert-tickets.square.site/
Tickets at the door:
Public $25
Seniors $20
BFOTM Members $15
Students with ID $15
Ages 17 & under FREE!
More info: concerts@brandywinefriends.org, or (302) 321-6466
This band is a long-time favorite of our audience, having performed at many concerts and festivals for 40+ years. Led by its wise and witty lead singer and songwriter, Ron Thomason, the quartet presents bluegrass in the best tradition: classics and originals, gospel and cowboy songs, heartfelt lilts of equine love, and galloping instrumentals. With impeccable timing, social commentary, catchy lyrics, and song choice from the oldest traditions, Dry Branch Fire Squad is one of the most entertaining bands in bluegrass.
7:30 p.m. at Unitarian Universalist Society of Mill Creek
579 Polly Drummond Hill Rd, Newark, DE 19711 (near Paper Mill Road)
Tickets online:
https://bfotm-concert-tickets.square.site/
Tickets at the door:
Public $25
Seniors $20
BFOTM Members $15
Students with ID $15
Ages 17 & under FREE!
More info: concerts@brandywinefriends.org, or (302) 321-6466
Two of the most capable and compelling interpreters of Old-time music, Decosimo and Coleman have been making music together for nearly two decades. Joseph cut his musical teeth in East Tennessee folks like Charlie Acuff and Clyde Davenport. Stephanie spent her youth immersed in the rich fiddle traditions around Chicago and the Midwest. More recently, Joseph has performed in the Bucking Mules while Stephanie has worked with Nora Brown, the Red Squirrel Chasers, and Uncle Earl. In performance, they explore old songs and tunes with voices, fiddles, banjo, and pump organ, crafting immersive, patient renditions.
7:30 p.m. at Unitarian Universalist Society of Mill Creek
579 Polly Drummond Hill Rd, Newark, DE 19711 (near Paper Mill Road)
Tickets online:
https://bfotm-concert-tickets.square.site/
Tickets at the door:
Public $25
Seniors $20
BFOTM Members $15
Students with ID $15
Ages 17 & under FREE!
More info: concerts@brandywinefriends.org, or (302) 321-6466
