2008- 09 Schedule

The Babes - Opening Night Gala
September 8, 2008

Opening Night Gala.
This fine group of some of Humboldt County's best singers, led by Carol Ryder, will present songs representing the best of choral music from classical to popular. (Look for the Babe Magnets, too!) 

Tom Paley
October 11, 2008

Tom Paley was raised in New York and is part of American folk music history. He has performed with Woody Guthrie, and along with Mike Seeger and John Cohen formed the New Lost City Ramblers. Tom performs on guitar, banjo and Swedish folk fiddle. 

The North Coast Chamber Groups
November 8, 2008

The North Coast Chamber Groups, under Valgene Phillips, are made up of a number of well-known Humboldt area instrumentalists. These fine musicians will delight us with selections from several different musical periods from Baroque to contemporary and popular. The groups include strings, woodwinds and brass. 

Jill Petricca and Fred Tempas
January 10, 2009

Jill Petricca, flute, and Fred Tempas, tuba, will return to the concert series stage. They will perform selections from Baroque, classical, and romantic periods. You will also enjoy their jazz renditions. 

Chaskinakuy
February 14, 2009

Chaskinakuy, an always popular group, is returning to the series with "Music from the Andes." Using a variety of native instruments, this entertaining duo will bring us songs and instrumental music from the high country of South America. 

Good Company
March 14, 2009

Good Company returns to the Concert Series with an evening of music based in the Celtic tradition. This group has long been a favorite with our audiences and will put you in the mood for St. Patrick's Day. 

Ron Graham
April 11, 2009

Ron Graham, a Fortuna High School graduate and professional pianist, will present an evening of classical piano music. Ron now teaches and plays professionally in the San Francisco Bay area. We welcome him back to Fortuna.

Pastime Silent Movie Orchestra
May 9, 2009

Pastime Silent Movie Orchestra under the direction of Frank Stover, will provide the accompaniment and sound effects to silent movies to be selected from two short movies or one full length movie. What a fun way to start the summer!