Uncle Calvin's Coffeehouse Autumn, 2006 1982-2006-- OUR 24th YEAR! 214-363-0044 www.unclecalvins.org
Oct 06 Danny Schmidt / MelissaGreener Oct 27 Abi Tapia / Jim Savarino Nov 17 Stairwell Sisters Melissa’s a mover: San “Wanderlusty” is how This gleefully Francisco to Halifax, Abi describes her infectious music Europe to Tel Aviv to country influence folk invites not only toe Jianxi China. Rather than songs. It also describes tappin’, but foot the destinations, each a bit of her life’s travels stompin’, hand change reveals Melissa’s that have influenced clappin’ and table heart in her modern folk- her music: Alabama, New England, the thumpin’ as well! pop songs. These are songs of love, departure, Midwest and now, Austin. This nomadic The Sisters regret and hope with a determined, mature and restlessness sees light in the sassy sincerity repertoire of old worldly outlook. Her flexible voice, jazzy guitar and cosmopolitan subtlety of her songs and time mountain and Southern string band music work and illustrious melodies hark back to a in her sensual vocals. Abi is a winner of is peppered with trads and originals — rowdy young Joni Mitchell. Richardson’s Wildflower songwriting and bright, joyful and blue — authentic melissagreener.com competition and a Kerrville performer instrumentals and hard-edged close . An intense passion harmonies. Their energetic music is brought abitapia.com transforms Danny’s on fiddle, Dobro, banjo, tiple and bass, sparked seemingly straightforward with clog dancing as well! lyrics into intriguingly evocative prose of Jim’s lyrically poetic stairwellsisters.com metaphoric depth and wit. songs are thoughtful, The singer and his guitar meld into one often humorous and Opening: Renee Brown mesmerizing syncopated musical expression reflective of a certain Great original mountain music and hollers. of contemporary folk music of topical spirituality influenced relevance, complexity and inventiveness by his Appalachia roots. He sings in a plaintive voice that is replete with indelible melodies. Dec 01 ($15/$18) John Gorka dannyschmidt.com compared to a cross between Donovan and John Prine. Several of Jim’s songs are recorded Crowned “The Oct 13 Freebo & Photoglo by other modern folk musicians and are also Preeminent male featured in movies and audio books. A Taylor singer/songwriter of The paring of these two Guitar endorsee, Jim was also in the running the new folk solo artists is pure for a Grammy! movement” by magic! Freebo’s Rolling Stone just background includes a jimsavarino.com confirms what we long running side of know. Fans of Bonnie Raitt and stints contemporary folk music have long admired with Muddy Waters, John Mayall and Fred John’s rich baritone and humble persona as McDowell. On his own, Freebo’s released 3 much as his gentle masculinity, marvelously acclaimed modern folk CDs. Jim Photoglo’s Opening: Charlotte Kendrick evocative songs and snazzy rhythms. Those “Fishin’ In The Dark” became a #1 hit for the Discovery from this year’s Kerrville New Folk. songs transport thru a generous range of Nitty Gritty Dirt Band. Jim’s songs are also emotion; story songs, songs of recorded by the likes of Garth Brooks, Dusty introspection, sad songs, songs of joy, songs Springfield, Alabama and others and he is a of love and romance, and occasionally, songs winner of the South Florida Folk Festival’s Nov 03 Jean Synodinos / Jay Mankita of twisted humor. Don’t’ miss out: This will songwriting competition. Don’t miss this be a sold out show, so get your tickets evening of instrumental mastery, great Remarkable for the vibrant today! harmonies and stories, mixed with wit and power of her voice, Jean is johngorka.com marvelous interaction. also recognized as a top freebophotoglo.com notch songwriter, proven Opening: Amelia K. Spicer Opening: Michael Veitch again in her new CD Sweet voice and strong modern songs. Very cool songs with substance and attitude. Breathe. Tonight, in a spirited concert, Jean Oct 20 Tim Grimm breathes life to those jazzy Dec 08 ($12/$15) Jonathan Byrd Wearing “Year’s Best of” folk-rock songs with that sensual, emotive & Dromedary crowns for “Folk Album”, voice. Her charismatic presence enhances Tonight Jonathan “Folk Song” and the dramatic atmosphere of her performance, pairs his delightful, “Songwriter” brings spiced with humor and mature sensibilities. imagery rich and deserved national salient lyrics with recognition to Tim, jeansynodinos.com the fabulous Americana’s finest Where will Jay lead you in instrumental songwriter. Family roots are thematic in Tim’s song? To a face busting mastery of the duo optimistic and evocative story songs of grin with a silly sing along, Dromedary. Inspired by Appalachian, remembrance and in his achingly beautiful to introspection inspired country, early American balladry and old romantic songs written with a gentle hand. by philosophical musing, time folk music, Jonathan loves reaching out Woody Guthrie’s spirit is evident in Tim’s no- or to provocation thru in new direction for his original songs. Joining nonsense edgy songs of social/political musical indictment of his music with Dromedary’s jazzy rhythmic commentary, while TR Ritchie’s witty politics? One thing is sure: urban and exotic mid-eastern flavors has observations of daily life are recalled in Tim’s Jay’s modern folk songs and wit are resulted in remarkable, sophisticated and down-home ruminations. To further captivating and his guitar playing is incredible. unparallel atmospheric compositions, comparison, think of the honesty in the voices As Pete Seeger says, “…he’s one of the best uniquely beautiful melodies and intriguing of Ray Wylie Hubbard and Greg Brown. Rumor (of) songwriters today!” story songs. You’ll be talking about this one says that Jan Lucas will join in with her for a long, long time. marvelous voice and Mike Lindauer will jaymankita.com accompany on bass. Icing on our cake! jonathonbyrd.com timgrimm.com Opening: Stephanie Chapman Opening: Greg Klyma Rising star on the Americana scene…don’t miss! Nov 10 Closed An engaging modern folk music charmer. Take the Central Exp. service Rd. south from Walnut Hill Lane Uncle Calvin's Coffeehouse to Glen America, or take Northpark Exit 3 north from Park Lane 75 “Fine Acoustic Music for 23+ Years” Courtyard Marriott I-635 (LBJ) Uncle Calvin’s is located at: Northpark Presbyterian Church 9555 N. Central Expressway Dallas, TX 75231-5001 Walnut Hill Lane Web page: www.unclecalvins.org Glen America Phone: 214-363-0044
Northpark Presbyterian Church
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Doors open at 7:30 PM, Shows begin at 8:00 PM Central (75) Northpark Exit 3 Park Lane
Greenville Avenue General admission - no table reservations - advance tickets available Admission is $12, except as noted by ($A/D) (Advance/Door) Northpark Ctr. Children and Teens are admitted for half adult price Loop 12 (Northwest Hwy)
Uncle Calvin’s is a smoke and alcohol-free venue. Delicious coffees, teas, juices, snacks & desserts are available. To Downtown Dallas
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Uncle Calvin’s Coffeehouse
A non-profit volunteer organization sponsored by: Northpark Presbyterian Church 9555 N. Central Expressway Dallas, Texas 75231-5001
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Autumn, 2006