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Introducing
to the 2009 Festival... SAM'O
& the JFC Band 
The
Burke Centre Festival can't wait to see this true Caribbean party experience. Stephen
Samuel (SAM'O) is a recording artist from
Trinidad. He has performed throughout the
Caribbean, on cruise ships and in many US
venues. While in Trinidad, SAM'O performed as
part of the Prime Minister's cultural
entourage, and has shared the stage with many
calypso and reggae greats. He performs now in
US venues with his band, JFC. National
recording artist, Earl Carter is on lead
guitar, Keyboard/Bass is world famous Glenn
Arnett, David McDavitt, international
performer, is on drums, and Toni Samuel sends
the Caribbean feel to all audiences playing
keyboard riddims. SAM'O and JFC perform a
variety of music, reggae, calypso, soca, and
American tunes flavored island style. Don't
miss this true Caribbean treat. Scheduled
on the MAIN STAGE, Saturday, 12:30-1:30 PM!
A
Warm Welcome to Centro
Cultural Unidos por el Peru
Burke Centre Festival is
pleased to welcome back Unidos por el Peru" (United for Peru), a
non-profit organization instituted in 1998 to assist thousands of people
afflicted by "El Niño" torrential rainfalls, causing damage
and epidemic diseases in Peru. The organization’s Board proposed to
create the Centro Cultural, (Cultural Center) to promote the folk music
of Peru in the Capital National Area. The Centro Cultural Unidos por el
Peru was created in 2002, with a mission to focus on promoting the
folklore and music from the different regions of Peru (coast, Andean and
rainforest). The Centro Cultural Perú was formed with transparences
bases and principals, thanks to the efforts of a group of people whose
objective is to promote the Peruvian folklore through our children in
this country. "The
promotion of the Peruvian Folklore through our children is the pride of
Peru."
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Alex
Rhoads
www.alexrhoads.com
returning
Festival star
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The Festival is
thrilled to have this young
artist with genuine talent returning to the stage this year!
In addition to writing songs
that are both melodious and meaningful, Alex Rhoads shows promise
with her outstanding guitar work and vocal ability.
Beginning piano at age 7, Alex quickly acquired an intense
interest in music. However, it wasn't until the age of 14
that she picked up a guitar. She began both performing
locally and writing original songs two years later, and will
soon be releasing her first studio album.
While always striving for success in the music business,
Alex has never been one to follow the latest trend or
fashion. Her songs have great variety. Some boast a classic
rock or blues influence, while others capture the best of
today's modern sound. Her live performances are truly
enjoyable as she pairs her original music with a large array
of cover songs that please listeners of all ages. See
Alex on Sunday (Sept. 13), 12:15-1:15 PM, MAIN STAGE!
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The
Colin Thompson Band
The Burke Centre Festival
is honored to feature The Colin Thompson Band, "Virginia Roots
Rock N Blues" again this year! Colin Thompson was washed in the
blood of American roots music from the time he could crawl. He far
and away won his high school battle of the bands while still a
freshman. Then, the same year at age 14, he won the Northern
Virginia and then the Mid-Atlantic States 'Guitar Centre'
Guitarmagedon blues guitar championship. The Connection newspapers
said "lick for lick he can outplay any area blues or rock
guitarst of any age." His amazing guitar instramental 'Talkin'
Back' was featured on a compilation CD of Northern Virginia
musicians. It is a standout track that has started a critical buzz
about this teen's mega talent. He has also already recorded a CD for
Jackpot Records. Stay tuned! See
them on the MAIN STAGE, Sunday at 2:45 PM!
Last
Known Soul
and
Josiah's
Legacy
returning
Festival stars
and
Robinson
Dance & Drill Team
Barbara
Sheppard Dance Studio
Dance
Zone
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Meet
David LaFleur!
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New
in 2009: With a rich tenor voice and a mastery of the guitar, dobro, mandolin, and dulcimer,
David LaFleur has been performing his unique mixture of folk, Appalachian, blues, and bluegrass for over 20 years.
LaFleur learned his “chops” performing among such acts as Danny Gatton, Harvey Reid and the Johnson Mountain Boys.
He has opened for Emmy Lou Harris, Tom Rush and the Seldom Scene, and his original music has been featured on TV and radio across the country.
His songwriting has placed him among finalists in numerous national songwriting contests.
In 2004 alone, he was a finalist in six national songwriting contests and performed for audiences from Minnesota to Florida.
In 2005 he performed for over 250 audiences in the mid-Atlantic
region. In 2006, he was invited by ASCAP to perform at the Kennedy Center and won first place in the Australian Pacific Songwriting Competition.
In 2007 he toured the UK for the first time. Meet
David on the MAIN STAGE on Saturday, 1:45-2:45 PM!
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Draught
is an acoustic threesome with more instruments than they know
what to do with. They play classic rock, acoustic, bluegrass, blues
& more. They’ll bring their eclectic sound
back to the Wine Garden Stage this year. The Burke
Centre Festival is thrilled to welcome them back on Saturday,
5:15 PM, at the Wine Garden Stage!
(Wine
Garden Stage)
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Photo:
Sesha Evans
www.garysmallwood.com |
Introducing
GARY
SMALLWOOD
to
the Burke Centre Festival this year! Gary's
style of music consists of classic rock, soulful blues
rock or just "flat out guitar rock"...he has a
great appreciation for all types of music and sometimes
will incorporate soul, R&B, funk, country and 'show
tunes' into his playing. Gary also gives back to the
community by playing shows for numerous benefits and
charities throughout the region. He is a well respected
and hard-working musician, playing 300+ shows a year. Check
out this great new show on the MAIN STAGE, Sunday,
1:30--2:30 PM!
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Never
Too Late.
Never Too Late
officially formed in 2005, coming together over a mutual love they
shared for the Beatles, Eagles and the great classic rockers of the day.
The Festival is pleased to welcome them back
this year to the main stage after playing a great show during the Wine Garden event last
year. See them at 4:15 PM on Saturday
(Sept. 12)!
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New to the
Festival this year:
Singer
- Songwriter
Kristina
Furey!
Visit
Kristina's web site at www.kristinafurey.com
to hear the great songs and sound she, and husband Dan, are
bringing to the Wine Garden stage this year. sEE
HER THERE AT 7:45 PM, SATURDAY! |
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Hidden
Pond Nature Center - Live, Interactive Wildlife Show -
Both Days!
Watch
the grounds for STAR WARS characters
vividly
brought to life by the:
501st
Legion, Garrison Tyranus
http://va501st.com/main/
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