B4 THE FORESTER, Wednesday, July 8, 2009 The Huntsville Forester DINING & ENTERTAINMENT Classics, comedy, blues and jazz are festival treats Bowser and Blue perform Friday, July 10, Downchild Blues Band returns July 15 BY GILLIAN BRUNETTE first heard on Madly Off In All Directions in 1997. Some of the best-loved pieces The duo appeared at the 2008 of music have been borrowed edition of the Just For Laughs from the great classical composers comedy festival with Joan Rivers and turned into film scores. and many other fine comedians. Tunes such as Strauss’ Blue That performance was telecast Danube (Austin Powers), Haydn’s in January of this year on CBC Symphony 101, 2nd Movement television. Bowser and Blue hail (Prince of Tides), Mendelssohn’s from Montreal where they have Wedding March (Four Weddings recorded 10 CDs on their own You and a Funeral) and Debussy’s Clair Guys label, and four on Montreal’s De Lune (Seven Years In Tibet), to Justin Time label. name but a few, have introduced On Sunday, July 12 the popular the classics to the masses. afternoon of Jazz in the Garden An opportunity to hear these returns to Spencer’s Tall Trees Res- wonderful pieces of music, plus taurant. From 2 to 4 p.m. enjoy six other great scores, takes place the beautiful gardens of Tall Trees, on July 11 at the Algonquin The- while smooth jazz sounds fill the atre, when the Huntsville Festival air. Tickets are $15 and include of the Arts (HFA) presents Classics tempting desserts, snacks and at the Movies with maestro Kerry refreshing drinks. Don’t forget to Stratton and the 40-piece festival bring a lawn chair. orchestra. Back by popular demand, the In the second half, Beethoven’s six-piece Downchild Blues Band Emperor concerto will be per- returns to the Huntsville stage formed by Belgrade-born Ameri- after their ‘raise the roof’ perfor- can pianist Zora Mihailovich. mance in 2008. Recognized internationally as It’s been nearly 40 years since a recitalist, orchestral soloist, Donnie (Mr. Downchild) Walsh recording artist and educator, she and his now-deceased brother, has performed in London’s Royal Hock Walsh, formed the group that Hall, New York’s Carnegie Hall and would be the inspiration behind Brussels’ Conservatoire Royal. the world famous Blues Brothers. “The festival orchestra has Downchild was nominated for IN CONCERT: Maestro Kerry Stratton directs the festival orchestra at the Algonquin Theatre in 2008. The been a cornerstone of the Hunts- Blues Album of The Year at the orchestra returns on Saturday, July 11 at 8 p.m. with Classics at the Movies. PHOTO BY JON SNELSON ville festival since Year 1,” said HFA 2005 Juno Awards, and lauded as general manager Rob Saunders. Entertainers of the Year in 2007 “Under the baton of Kerry Strat- at the Maple Blues Awards. Walsh Festival fringe events continue this week ton, an internationally recognized has kept the music alive, and conductor, this group of profes- Downchild features some of the In addition to the many main- Victoria Thompson and pianist The focus that evening will be sional musicians plays regularly most well-respected musicians in stage concerts taking place at John French (July 16), and Steven on Buster Keaton and include one with some of the finest sympho- the country, who have performed the Algonquin Theatre, there are McKean on oboe and Marion Hag- of his funniest works, titled The nies in the province. This year’s together for over 15 years. ongoing fringe events, which for gart on piano (July 17). Cameraman. program will combine some very This includes silky smooth the most part are free courtesy of Don’t miss the outdoor theatre To learn more about Bruce visit recognizable repertoire with an singer and harmonica player the Huntsville Festival of the Arts. extravaganza for all ages, presented http://www.robertbrucemusic. exceptional display of virtuosity Chuck Jackson, tenor sax player Over the coming week, the by Edge of the Woods Theatre Fes- com/live_music_silent_film.php. through the piano concerto.” Pat Carey, beat man Mike Fitz- Music at Noon series continues tival and taking place at the town PLEASE NOTE: There is a cor- The previous evening, July 10, patrick on drums, rhythm captain at Trinity United Church with the dock and River Mill Park on July 10 rection to the information in the the music and comedy duo Bowser Gary Kendall on bass, and for- Olde Tyme Gospel Band (July 8), and 11, beginning at 6 p.m. festival’s brochure with respect and Blue return to the Algonquin mer American supergroup rocker John Langille and Bob Attfield on For a fun and totally different to the two dock concerts. The Theatre stage. Michael Fonfara (of Rhinoceros organ and piano (July 9), Muskoka night of entertainment, join cel- Muskoka Concert Band will play George Bowser and Rick Blue fame) on keyboards. Community Band (July 10), Tril- ebrated composer Robert Bruce at the Port Sydney dock on July 14 have been writing and performing Tickets for these and all other lium Jazz Guys (July 13), soprano on July 13 at the Algonquin The- (not July 16 as printed) and at the music and comedy together since main stage performances are Bridget Mantha with Broadway atre at 8 p.m. Bruce will recreate Dwight Beach dock on July 16 (not 1978. Colorectal surgeons around available at the Algonquin Theatre show tunes (July 14), Marilyn de the golden days of silent film by July 14). the world are familiar with them box office on Main Street, by dial- Lang and Brenda Smallwood on performing live original scores to Both concerts begin at 7 p.m. through the song Working Where ling 789-4975, or online at www. piano and flute (July 15), soprano accompany classic 1920s films. and admission is free. the Sun Don’t Shine, which was huntsvillefestival.on. ca. MUSICAL MELODY: The Fitzgerald family, from Bancroft, who perform as Everything Fitz, were the Huntsville Festival of the Arts opening act. They did some trick fi ddling, and this was one stunt where they exchanged bows while still playing. PHOTO BY JON SNELSON COMMUNITY Creative Changes CALENDAR Art Show & Sale JULY 10,11 and 12, 2009 — Continued from Page B4 at the KEARNEY COMMUNITY CENTRE July 8 PAINTINGS • POTTERYTTERY ❏ A summertime luncheon will be served at the Lakeview Seniors Hall in Dwight from WOODCARVING • JEWELLERY 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dessert is homemade ...and much more pie. Tickets are $10 for adults and $6 for WINE AND CHEESE RECEPTION children and are available at the door. Pro- Friday, July 10, 2009 • 7:00 to 9:30 pm • admission $5 ceeds to go to Stewart Memorial United Church Women. FREE ADMISSION July 9 Saturday, July 11, 2009 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Sunday, July 12, 2009 10:00 am to 3:00 pm ❏ The Table Soup Kitchen holds a free din- Only cash and cheques accepted ner at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church Contact Barb Simpson at 636-5461 every Thursday from 5 to 6:30 p.m. as well as on Mondays at Community Living Hunts- Everyone Welcome ville. All are welcome. For more informa- tion, contact Heather Berg at 783-5827 or e-mail [email protected]. ❏ View Eckhart Tolle’s retreat talks on DVD every Thursday from 3:30 to 4:40 p.m. or 7 to 8:10 p.m. in the Hearth Room at Trinity United Church. All are welcome. Visit www. eckharttolle.com for more information. July 10 ❏ The Muskoka Literacy Council is having a Giant Used Book Sale at Trinity United Church (33 Main Street East) from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Books will be sold for $1 or $2. July 11 ❏ The Lake Vernon Association holds its annual regatta and barbecue at Hutcheson Beach from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fun events for children and adults, including beach vol- 2009 leyball, tug of war, canoe races, egg tosses, rd with trophies and prizes. 33 ANNUAL SHOW The event is free for members and $5 for FRIDAY, JULY 17 ~ 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. non-members. Food is extra. All are wel- SATURDAY, JULY 18 ~ 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. come. Rain date is July 12. SUNDAY, JULY 19 ~ 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. July 12 ❏ The Muskoka Nights Cruise-in will be holding shows on Saturday nights from 7 to 9 p.m. in the parking lot at Canadian Tire, weather permitting. Hot rods, antiques, — Continued on Page B5 522582.