(Evansville, IN) – The Arts Council offers another month of great performances for its October Brown Bag Performance Series. Performances take place EVERY WEDNESDAY at noon, in the Arts Council’s Bower-Suhrheinrich Foundation Gallery. The public is invited to attend any or all of the scheduled Brown Bag series performances, free of charge. The Gallery is located at 318 Main Street in Innovation Pointe.
• October 13 – Tales & Scales: HOP on down for Tales & Scales’ performance of THE FROG WHO WANTED TO BE A SINGER! This interactive, jazz-infused African American tale about the birth of rhythm and blues illustrates that through imagination, plenty of practice, and steadfast determination one can develop the self-confidence to achieve one’s dream! Join the fun and help welcome the new troupe, featuring Ashley Frary (vocalist), Zach Guenzel (keyboards), Chris Martin (percussion), and Monte Skelton (woodwinds).
• October 20 – Eykamp String Quartet: Members of the Eykamp String Quartet serve as principal string players of the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra and as Artists in Residence at the University of Evansville. The 2010-2011 members include Gared Crawford, Violinist, Jung-Min Shin, Violinist, Craig Bate, Violist, and Kevin Bate, Cellist
The Eykamp String Quartet provides classical music performances of artistic excellence and passion. This dynamic quartet is committed to ensuring that both chamber and orchestral music are a vital part of our community and beyond.
The Eykamp Family established the quartet and vision in 2002.
• October 27 –Bob Minnette Ensemble, featuring Bob Minnette and David Schnerr:
Whether you enjoy rock or Bach, this ensemble’s musical talents are sure to please. Bob Minnette has been a trumpet soloist and vocal musician for many years in the Evansville and Tri-State area. His love of light jazz and old standards has led to countless live performances and movies as well.
Performing often with Bob is David Schnerr, who is at home as a performer whether he is playing a classical guitar recital or doing a progressive jazz gig at a local hot-spot. David has also received much acclaim as a classical, jazz and media music composer. He is available for solo and ensemble performances for a variety of occasions.
The BSF Gallery hours are Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm. Call 422-2111 for additional information or visit the Arts Council website at www.artswin.evansville.net for updates on current arts events in the Bower-Suhrheinrich Foundation Gallery, as well as those in our community.
