January 19, 2008
Terence Martin and Dan Bonis.
Returning to the Musical Lair’s stage for the third time, Terence’s songs flow with hauntingly poetic images and elements of folk, blues, and country. Born in London and raised in Los Angeles, this singer/songwriter/poet moved East in 1997 to become part of the flourishing NY acoustic music scene. His musical background includes work as a double bassist in the Burbank Symphony for two years and in several touring rock bands. Also a published poet, his poetry is included in the anthology, “Four Valley Poets.” Terence’s latest CD, Lost Hills, brings his insightful songwriting and performance to a new level.

Terence will again be accompanied by lap slide guitar player extraordinaire, Dan Bonis (www.danbonis.com). Dan has also release a solo album of his amazing guitar work, “Delivering the Cake.”
www.martinsongs.com
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February 16, 2008
Pat Wictor and Cheryl Prashker
Steeped in American "roots" music, Pat draws on the rural country, gospel, and blues traditions of our nation. American by birth, Pat grew up outside the U.S., living in Venezuela, Holland, Norway, and England. He gained an appreciation for taking different paths to arrive at the same destination. By 2001, he left teaching to pursue music full time and does so in the broadest way possible. An adept improviser and accompanist, he is sought after as a collaborator, sideman and session musician, with numerous recording credits to date. His monthly e-mail column, "A Few Choice Words," is read by thousands of subscribers. He is a music educator of note, teaching workshops on writing, interpreting, and rearranging songs, on slide guitar and other guitar techniques, and various topics of music history. His performances--part fireside chat, part meditation on matters earthly and transcendent--feature his originals. In addition to his own tunes, he is quick to offer up a newly-discovered lyric from another performer, or a fresh arrangement of a traditional song, delighting in introducing his audience to innovative material. With flowing red hair and zen-like calm, Pat embraces his audience with the sincerity of his music and the clarity of his voice, inviting them in.
Pat will be accompanied by our local treasure, percussionist Cheryl Prashker. Trained as a classical percussionist, Cheryl performs widely with groups as diverse as symphony orchestras to Full Frontal Folk to recently touring with Jonathan Edwards.
www.PatWictor.com and www.CherylPrashker.com.
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March 15, 2008
Beau Djamgo
Now in its second incarnation Beau Django features guitar virtuoso Andre Riege and young mandolin prodigy Bryce Milano along with founder Jon Dichter on rhythm guitar, playing an extensive repertoire focusing on the music of Django Reinhardt,Stephane Grappelli and The Hot Club of France. Their music is sweet upbeat Gypsy heat with a fresh take. Come welcome them for their first time on the Musical Lairs stage. www.beaudjango.net
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April 19, 2008
Les Sampou
Les has been a Musical Lairs’ favorite since the inception of our series over a decade ago. She has been in demand for two decades, playing clubs and concert halls and such prestigious festivals as Montreal Jazz Festival, Kerrville Folk Festival (where she won the coveted New Folk Award out of 700 contestants), Philadelphia Folk Festival, and Falcon Ridge to name a few. She has given workshops at Berklee School of Music and appeared on the top syndicated radio programs such as Acoustic Cafe, World Cafe, and NPR. Her second album, "Fall from Grace", topped the Gavin Americana charts nationwide and Boston radio station WUMB awarded her "Best New Artist of the Year."

"Sampou is a chanteuse with a voice capable of ripping off rafter-raising blues tunes and then turning even grand concert halls into house concerts with her intimate balladry." (Boston Globe). "She's funky; she's flashy; she's a fantastic songwriter! Les Sampou is one of my new favorites..." ---WXPN, Philadelphia, PA, Gene Shay . Les’s repertoire is a perfect blend on originals and traditional folk and blues. This is one concert that people look forward to for months in advance. Now that she’s a mom, Les sticks closer to home in the Boston area, so it’s a real treat to get her back to the Delaware Valley.
www.lessampou.com
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May 3, 2008
Cliff Eberhardt
Cliff Eberhardt knew by age seven that he was going to be a singer and songwriter. Growing up in Berwyn, PA, he and his brothers sang together and their parents played instruments. Fortunate enough to live close to the Main Point, he cut his teeth listening to the likes of James Taylor, Joni Mitchell, Bruce Springsteen, Howlin’ Wolf, Muddy Waters, Bonnie Raitt, and Mississippi John Hurt. At the same time, he was listening to songwriters like Cole Porter, the Gershwins, and Rodgers and Hart, explaining his penchant for great melodies and clever lyrical twists.

At fifteen, Cliff and his brother Geoff began touring as an acoustic duo, playing the Eastern club circuit, then moved to Illinois, Colorado, and finally ended up in New York in 1978. In 1990 Cliff’s song “My Father’s Shoes,” appeared on Windham Hill’s Legacy collection, leading to a deal with the label. They released his first album, The Long Road (1990), a work featuring a duet with Richie Havens. The critical response to this debut was outstanding (the Philadelphia Inquirer called the album a “repeatedly astounding collection”).

Long one of the most respected songwriters on the club scene, his peers, including Cry Cry Cry, (comprised of Dar Williams, Lucy Kaplansky and Richard Shindell). Richie Havens, Shawn Colvin, Russ Taff and Buffy Sainte Marie often mine his catalog for themselves. A collection of his songs has recently been published in The Cliff Eberhardt Songbook (Cherry Lane Publishing). We are excited to welcome Cliff for the first time to the Musical Lairs’ stage.
www.cliffeberhardt.net
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June 7th, 2008
Greg Greenway CD Release Party
We are honored to be hosting the CD release party for long-time Musical Lairs' favorite, Greg Greenway. Greg has been described as "one of the strongest, and finest voices in folk music." Among Greenway's performance highlights are a show at Carnegie Hall in the New York Singer/Songwriter Festival which was rebroadcast on NPR's World Cafe, an appearance on nationally syndicated Mountain Stage, and a show at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame honoring Phil Ochs. In August of 2000, Greenway was seen world wide on CNN's World Beat in a segment on socially conscious artists. He was filmed at the Clearwater Hudson River Revival Festival performing along with Folk legend Pete Seeger and others. Greenway was featured on the weekend edition of NPR's All Things Considered.
Learn more about Greg at www.greggreenway.com
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June 28, 2008
Andy and Denise
Back by popular demand, Andy & Denise are acoustic singer/songwriters who feature well crafted songs, compelling harmonies, and Andy’s intricate guitar playing which often adds a ‘third voice’ to their songs. Originally from the Philadelphia area they have performed along the East coast for a number of years, playing coffeehouses, house concerts, colleges and music festivals including The Minstrel Coffeehouse (NJ), Godfrey Daniel’s (PA), 333 Coffeehouse (MD), Eddie's Attic (GA), The Point (PA), The Six String Cafe (NC), The Bluebird Cafe (TN), The Goodfolk Coffeehouse (CT), Moore Music in the House (MD), Delaware Friends of Folk Coffeehouse, the Brierfield Music Festival (AL), Delmarva Folk Festival (DE) and the Forksville Folk Festival (PA). Whatever the setting they are fun and engaging to watch!

Andy Fox cut his teeth on the Boston music scene, playing in a number bands while attending Berklee College of Music. Denise O'Brien moved to New York to pursue acting and has performed in numerous commercials, soaps and theater. She has also created a line of handmade items under the label D’Pholk Crafts. Andy & Denise run their own music recording studio, Gemini Squared Studios. Through their combined talents they are able to produce, record and mix music for other artists. Some of the projects they have produced are “Engine” by We're About 9, “God’s Poet Now” by Erik Balkey, and “Another Tourist” by Eliot Bronson. Recently, Oprah’s company, Harpo Productions, purchased 17 – yes 17 – of their songs, many of which have been heard on the Oprah Show.
www.andyanddenise.com
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July 12, 2008
Jim Boggia
Jim has been described as a local hero on the Philadelphia music scene. He's certainly is that and more to his many Musical Lairs fans. We welcome Jim back for his sixth annual "If it's July, it must be Boggia" concert. Jim is the kind of hyper-kinetic guy who may never need an iPod because he’s already got instant recall of practically every song he’s ever heard and loved. Like a digital player permanently set in shuffle mode, he accesses riffs and rhymes with a sort of free-associative glee. And then, of course, there are Jim's original songs, well received by critics and fans alike. Come out and hear Jim again for our annual summer concert. This show will sell out, so make your reservations early! www.jimboggia.com.

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December 6, 2008
Joseph Parsons
Joseph Parsons has always created his own unique vibe. For the recording side of his music, it is edgy melody focused songwriting. He brings a heart and soul to his songs through energy and emotional honesty. Often stories of people caught in hard times seeking salvation through love or a spiritual connection. Genres run the gamut from SingerSongwriter to Pop to Groove. His CD's are always a journey for the listener. www.josephparsons.com.

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