Saturday, January 9, 2010
2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
McManus Room
The City Winds Trio will introduce children to music and instruments of the orchestra. Crispian Fordham on flute, Meredyth Coleman on oboe, and Yuki Higashi on bassoon will play Peter and the Wolf and other children’s classical favorites to teach about rhythm and melody. Children will also have the opportunity to try an instrument and do movement games.
For more info visit: www.citywindstrio.com
Note: Free tickets available in the Children’s Library beginning at 9:00 am on the day of the performance-space is limited.
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Sunday, January 10, 2010
2:00 PM
McManus Room
Join guitarist Frank Vignola as he celebrates Django Reinhardt, a prominent European jazz musician.
Frank Vignola is one of the most accomplished, multi-dimensional guitar players walking the planet today. Monster player, composer, and improviser, Frank plays proficiently in every genre, from jazz to bluegrass, and works with everyone and their brother. He has a wide range of influences, such as Les Paul, Eddie Van Halen and Frank Zappa. He studied at the Cultural Arts Center of Long Island and worked extensively as a sideman in the 1980s, with artists such as Madonna, Leon Redbone, and Ringo Starr. In 1993, he signed with Concord Jazz and has released several albums under his own name since then. He has written 18 instructional guitar books.
Frank Vignola's band also includes Vinny Raniolo on guitar, Gary Mazzaroppi on bass, Julien Labro on accordion, and Zach Brock on violin. For more info visit: www.frankvignola.com
Program supported by the Grace K. Salmon Foundation.
20 Jesup Road, Westport, CT
Telephone: (203) 291-4840
Website: www.westportlibrary.org
Plan on a Sunday Brunch with a little history at Long Ridge Tavern and gift shop on Long Ridge Road in Stamford, Connecticut. Enjoy a wonderful meal in the tavern and find your "Hidden Treasures" as you browse through the assortment of antiques/collectibles in the gift shop.The restaurant was rated "Excellent" 2006 by the Zagat Survey, America's Most Prestigious Restaurant Guide.
Sunday Brunch is only $22.50
For a printable 10%-15% Discount Coupon
and the menu visit:
Gift Shop
For more information:
Long Ridge Tavern
2635 Long Ridge Rd.
Stamford, CT 06903
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