The La Conner Festivals of Music & Art Series, Maple Hall, 104 Commercial St., LaConner, WA
The La Conner Festivals of Music & Art is a series of events combining an extraordinary mix of blues, jazz, classical, food, art, and spirits, at Maple Hall, (104 Commercial), in downtown La Conner on Sun., July 29, from 3-10pm. The Swinomish Blues Revue is the host band for the events. This host band boasts a world class line-up of award winning members including Nick Vigarino - guitar/dobro/vocals, Terry Nelson - piano/organ, Chris Leighton - drums/perc, and Rob Moitoza - bass/vocals, with rotating special guest performers. Special guest vocalist for this event will be the legendary Duffy Bishop. This multi talented, award winning diva has shared the stage with Bonnie Raitt, Lou Rawls, John Lee Hooker, Bobby Blue Bland, Ruth Brown, and many others. Duffy will be joined by her husband/music director and guitarist extraordinaire Chris Carlson and her long time side man, Raven on saxophone. Performances will include an appearance by Suze Sims, 2012 WBS Best of the Blues Vocals winner, classical/jazz guitarist Rick Rorex, Jazz Explosion, and Nick Vigarino. Blues art will be displayed by Dennis Hacker, Phil Chestnut, and Willow Stone. An array of smoked delights will be provided by 1st place national BBQ champion Mike Schacht of the BBQ Schacht. Wine and spirits by Washington Sips. This is an all ages event. Admission is $20 - 15 and under - free. More info: 360-387-0374 or visit www.laconnerchamber.com
