2009-2010 Season
All events are at 8 p.m. on the third Saturday of the month except for the
Sept. 26 show and the Christmas concert (Sun., Dec. 20, at 4 p.m.)
All except the Nov. 21 and Dec. 20 concerts begin with an open microphone.
Admission is $10 at the door.
Net proceeds benefit the Unitarian-Universalist Service Committee.
Volunteers welcome (free admission!)
Old Ship Church’s handicapped-accessible Parish Hall, 107 Main St., Hingham,
is just up from the Loring Hall Theatre and on the MBTA’s 220 bus from
Quincy and a scenic long walk from the West Hingham commuter rail station.
For more information, call (781) 749-1767.
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Sept. 26
Paul Rishell and Annie Raines - This W.C. Handy Award-winning Delta Blues
duo combines Paul’s earthy singing, sweet guitar style, and knowledge of
the genre with Annie’s spirited, soaring vocals and fierce harmonica work.
Their music is “so good it hurts,” according to Pinetop Perkins. The former
“Little Annie Raines” keeps growing, and Paul and Annie are equally passionate
about their craft. If you have not heard this talented duo in person, you
have a treat coming. http://www.paulandannie.com
Oct. 17
The Burns Sisters - This free-spirited, dynamic threesome plays and sings
with “spunk and spirit” (U.S.A. Today). Their powerful songs display compelling
sibling harmony and a distinctive blend of folk, country, and rock styles,
and they sing with warmth, conviction and humor. The Burns Sisters create
not just from the muse, but also from their hearts, souls, and consciences.
Annie, Jeannie, and Marie recently returned from touring with Arlo Guthrie.
http://www.burnssisters.com
Nov. 21
Terence Martin - Born in London and raised in Los Angeles,
singer/songwriter/poet Terence Martin offers music that is captivating,
mellow, and thought-provoking. He is “a vivid wordsmith whose darkly fluid
songs seep into your head and heart,” says critic John Platt, who must
have heard Terence’s signature “The Way It Didn’t Go.” The “pleasingly
warm and husky-voiced” Martin is a wizard with words. http://www.martinsongs.com
Danielle Miraglia - A strong, steady thumb on an old Gibson guitar is the
driving force behind Danielle’s delta blues-influenced style. Yet her classic
rock verve, catchy melodies, raw, powerful voice, and eclectic array of
songs create a style all her own. http://www.daniellem.com
Dec. 20 (Sunday, 4 p.m.)
Southern Rail Christmas Concert - This vibrant, engaging Boston-based,
Appalachia-rooted Bluegrass and Gospel group repeats its five very successful
concerts of Glorious Bluegrass Christmas Gospel music. Their music is high-energy
exuberant fun, with riveting harmonies, irreverent humor, and sparkling
banjo and mandolin solo work. Come help us celebrate the season with them.
http://www.southernrail.com
Jan. 16
Steve Gillette & Cindy Mangsen - This husband-and-wife team of singers/songwriters/musicians
have separate reputations and musical histories, but together they are
pure magic. Their voices and styles “meld seamlessly with a gentleness
and maturity that is unmatched in the world of folk duos,” says music critic
Matt Watroba. Accompanying themselves with guitar, concertina, and banjo,
they are known for rich harmony, compelling songs, a touch of tragedy in
Steve’s signature “Darcy Farrow,” and a good dose of humor. http://www.compassrosemusic.com
Feb. 20
Barnacle - A high-energy Celtic/nautical/folk band drawing deeply on the
traditions of the sea, Barnacle sails into a variety of world ports. The
music evolves from the band members’ diverse musical backgrounds, ethnicities,
and tastes – hence many ports, one sea. They were nominated as Best New
Act of 2009 by the Motif Magazine Music Awards. http://www.myspace.com/ribarnacle
Mar. 20
Aoife Clancy - This marvelous mezzo just keeps growing, as shown on her
triumphant CD “Silvery Moon.” Though one of Ireland’s celebrated Clancys,
Aoife has a distinct repertoire and artistry, and her music is all her
own. She goes from a traditional ballad to a classic cabaret song to a
beautiful lament in Irish. Aoife’s voice, guitar, and bodhran fill a room.
http://www.aoifeclancy.com
Apr. 17
New England Weather - The music of this diverse acoustic band of Boston-area
singer-songwriters reflects our weather’s variability and unpredictability.
Over an evening, NEW demonstrates many musical styles, temperaments, and
approaches to songwriting and performing. The group is proud of the quality
of their sound; at a recent concert one couple exclaimed: “It’s so terrific.
You all have wonderful voices and play so well, but the really surprising
part is that we can understand every word you sing!” As songwriters, it’s
important to NEW that the lyrics come through. http://www.neweather.com
May 15
Bedrock - These musicians perform the songs we remember from the 1960s
and ’70s because they love the music as much as we do – the classic songs
we know and the one-hit wonders we never hear performed live anymore. A
retired colonel said taking in a Bedrock concert is “way better than listening
to the jukebox at the AmVets.” http://www.stevestraight.com/bedrock.htm