Julie Ann Smith - October 18, 2009

Native Nebraskan Julie Ann Smith is one of America’s newest and most exciting harpists today. Recognized for her charismatic playing and diverse repertoire, Ms. Smith brings a special blend of world-class artistry and warm personality to the culture in Nebraska. Second Prize winner in the USA International Harp Competition in 2004, she made her National Symphony Orchestra debut in 2003 with Marvin Hamlisch. Ms. Smith’s performances have taken her worldwide and she brings extensive concert and outreach experience to her programs. As an artist devoted to the musical arts and enriching lives of others, Ms. Smith provides opportunities for audiences of all ages.

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Adams & Cooley Quintet - November 8, 2009

These gentlemen provide a strong vocal and guitar performance of the musical standards of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Tony Bennett, and Nat King Cole. These wonderful classics are delivered by this nationally experienced duo, or with the support of additional bass, piano and drums. Johnny and Ron have been performing regionally, and across the country, for over two decades. They always deliver a top-notch level of entertainment sure to please the listener. A guaranteed music event to be remembered by all.

 

 

 

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Jonathan Sokasits, Pianist - January 24, 2010

Pianist Jonathan Sokasits has distinguished himself as solo recitalist, concerto soloist, accompanist, and chamber musician. Since moving to Nebraska, he has performed over three hundred concerts in venues ranging from area high schools to state, regional, national, and international conventions and festivals to Carnegie Hall. Most recently, he has completed successful recital and master class tours to Cyprus and New Zealand. His solo recitals, usually 60 to 90 minutes of music, often center upon some unifying theme or concept covering a wide variety of styles from traditional concert music to art music influenced by jazz and popular music.

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Pippa White - March 14, 2010

Pippa White, familiar to Valentine audiences, will return to the community with her program “Voices from the Resistance." Ordinary people, shopkeepers, factory workers, housewives, bakers, farmers, teachers, auto mechanics. They worked in France, Italy, Germany, Holland, Scandinavia -- wherever the Nazis were, they were there, fighting an underground war against Hitler. They led Jews to freedom, rescued Allied soldiers, printed newspapers, blew up bridges, risked their lives every day to do what they could to cripple the Third Reich. And they have stories to tell. “Pippa highlights the tenacity and courage, as well as the suffering of her extraordinary characters. Voices from the Resistance is a rich and enlightening experience that will resonate."

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Sabor - April 18, 2010

Most recently nominated by the Omaha Entertainment Awards for Best Ethnic Entertainment in 2007, the music scene has yet to see a flare of such raw talent with such a diverse section of music that crosses Latin America with an American twist. This extraordinarily talented group from South Omaha plays a variety of music and styles that include Santana, Norteno, Cumbia, Flamenco, Latin Jazz, Bachata, Ballads, Latin Blues, American Oldies y mucho mos. Each musician plays anywhere from 2-8 instruments and they are able to master and perform various styles with instruments such as the guitar, electric bass, guitarron (acoustic bass), vihuela, mandolin, percussion, and accordion to name a few. A few many songs include: Oye Coma Va, La Bamba with Twist and Shout, Alma Llannera, Guantajamera, Hound Dog, Camisa Negra, Let It Be and many more. This promises to be a lively concert with a bit of “salsa” bringing great fun for everyone.

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