Thursday, June 7, 2007
“OLD ECHOES, NEW EARS”
The Myths and Legends of Ancient Greece
Performed by Shakespeare Live!

Created especially for the Shakespeare LIVE! Touring company, this imaginative production takes you on a journey through the classic tales of Greek mythology with the help of the lovely and magical muses. From the rise of the Olympian deities to Icarus’ infamous fall, from Midas’ golden touch to Narcissus’ self-love, be captivated by the dramatic rendition of these ancient stories.

Thursday, June 14, 2007
SIORA

"Creating a soundscape that needs no translation, multicultural and multilingual SIORA takes songs from around the world, from Latin America to Europe to the Middle East and beyond, and transforms them using the universal language of jazz." (William Page, Straight No Chaser). Their original compositions in English cover provocative issues of global significance (with special emphasis on the environment). SIORA features vocalist/ guitarist/dancer Phyllis Chapell and keyboardist/composer Dan Kleiman with bass, drums and optional percussion, flute and saxophone. Their JazzWeek Top 50 release Vis-á-vis received a 4* rating by the All Music Guide.

SIORA's repertoire consists of songs in over 10 languages from Brazil and Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, and the United States, all with SIORA's unique arrangements. SIORA presents "Musical Mosaics: A World Jazz Workshop" that teaches global harmony and cooperation and celebrates with music and dance the "mosaic" that is our world.

Thursday, June 21, 2007
Rob Cannillo and Friends

Led by Cannillo's songs and gritty vocals, this band is silky smooth and gravelly rough all at the same time – an original blend of rock, Americana, blues, and jazz.

“A hush spread throughout the place as Rob and Friends began to play, proving once again that exceptional music produced by fine musicians can be found in the most unlikely places.”

Thursday, June 28, 2007
Anthem (Reggae)

Spanning decades and cultures, the members of Anthem combine boundless energy and diverse musical influences to showcase their own brand of reggae. Anthem is comprised of rappers, producers, R & B singers, and old fashioned rock and rollers. Are you ready for Anthem?

Thursday, July 5, 2007
“Divine Strings”
Aishu and Vinod (V.R.) Venkataraman
14-Year Old South Indian Violinist

Aishu Venkataram is a child prodigy and a brilliant musician who has acquired a passion

For the violin that transcends the boundaries from the western hemisphere all the way back to the Far East. Aishu blends technique with melody, sharing to the world a talent, poise and grace far beyond her years.

Thursday, July 12, 2007
Zydeco-A-Go Go

5-piece dance band specializing in Zydeco, Cajun, New Orleans rhythm & blues and vintage Louisiana rock & roll. The band features colorful personnel with decades of experience and a collective resume which includes work with Cab Calloway, Bo Diddley, Sleepy LaBeef, Gladys Knight and the Pips, Taj Mahal, blues guitarist Johnny "Clyde" Copeland, New Orleans bluesman Charles "Honeyboy" Otis, and the late, great Cajun/Creole fiddler Canray Fontenot.

Thursday, July 19, 2007
Uncle Floyd

Uncle Floyd, an all-around performer, will bring his vaudeville show to Sussex County Community College on Thursday, July 19. The performance will take place at 6:45 p.m. on the Connor Green, rain or shine. Uncle Floyd will conclude another successful season of SCCC’s “Thursdays on the Green,” summer music and entertainment series. The evening performance is free and the public is invited to attend. Please bring your own blanket or chair to enjoy the performance.

Born in Paterson, New Jersey on October 19, 1951, Uncle Floyd began his career in show business as a child performer, giving piano recitals and appearing as a dancer with Sandra Lee and Jill Davison.

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