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Doylestown Community Sounds of Summer 2009

Sounds of Summer 2009 is presented by the Doylestown Community Performing Arts Council in cooperation with Doylestown Township and Doylestown Borough and supported in part by a grant from the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts. Performances begin at 7:00 p.m. (unless noted). 

Concerts are free, open to the public and handicap accessible: At the July 1st performance a $5.00 per carload donation, in support of this series, will be greatly appreciated. For the outdoor venues, blankets, chairs and picnics are permitted. Central Park is located at 425 Wells Rd.; Chapman Park, Rt. 202 and East Rd. In the event of inclement weather, performances will be held at Central Bucks West High School, 375 W. Court St. For information and/or schedule updates contact the township at 215-348-9915 or visit www.doylestownpa.org.

 

June 24: Atzilut - 7:00 p.m.

Chapman Park, Doylestown Borough

 

Atzilut Concerts for Peace features Arab and Jewish musicians in concert together to make a powerful statement for peace though their shared music of both Hebrew and Arabic vocal specialists. For fifteen years the ensemble has performed at a wide range of venues, including the United Nations, the Algarve International Festival, Munich Gasteig, the Royal Opera Theatre of Copenhagen and a recent tour of France. No speeches--the music is the message!

 

July 5th: Philly Horn Band - 7:30 p.m.

Fireworks follow the concert! 

$5/car donation requested.

Central Park, Doylestown Township

 

The Philly Horn Band is a nine-piece group including guitar, drums, keyboards, 2 saxophones, trumpet, percussionist and six vocalists and boasting one of the largest repertoires available. They're prepared to entertain with everything from big band to disco to current top 40 hits - reaching a broad range of musical tastes. (For the July 1 concert and fireworks there will be a volunteer ‘bucket’ donation per carload in support of the Doylestown Community Performing Arts Council. Rain date will be July 5.) Your $5.00 per carload donation, in support of this series, greatly appreciated.

 

 

July 8: Sarah Ayers - 7:00 p.m.

Central Park, Doylestown Township

 

Sarah Ayers is an opera trained blues singer whose accomplishments include winning a multitude of Lehigh Valley Music Awards and a Pulse Music Award for “Best Female Vocalist.” Ayers and her band deliver blues, funk and jam styles combined with bold guitar sounds and tight rhythm sections.

 

 

 

July 15: Red Grammer - 7:00 p.m.

Chapman Park, Doylestown Borough

 

Critically acclaimed and Grammy nominated recording artist Red Grammer has set the gold standard for writing and performing contemporary children’s music. Red can be heard nourishing the hearts and souls of both young and old via his multiple award-winning recordings, his numerous appearances on television (The Today Show, CBS This Morning, Nickelodeon, Showtime, PBS, and The Disney Channel), and his new video/DVD.

 

 

 

July 22: 1910 Fruitgum Company - 7:00 p.m.

Central Park, Doylestown Township

 

The 1910 Fruitgum Company virtually exploded onto the National charts in 1968 with their first single release, "Simon Says." The song quickly moved up the national charts to become a # 2 record. The 1910 Fruitgum Company followed this initial success with another smash hit, "1-2-3 Red Light." Today, the group is back, with original members, and going strong with a new CD containing several of their original hits.

Special Opportunity to win a chance to attend the advanced screening of Universal Artists upcoming picture :

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Must be 18 to win

 

July 29: Country Joe - 7:00 p.m.

Central Park Doylestown Township

 

Country Joe is a five man country band consisting of guitar, keyboards, pedal steel, bass and drums and featuring strong lead vocals and excellent harmonies. The band plays a wide variety of Top 40 Country, Traditional Country, Classic Rock, Oldies, Gospel, Patriotic and their own hits. Country Joe and the Honky Tonk Heroes have opened for such greats as: Waylon Jennings, Lori Morgan, Bill Anderson, Sawyer Brown and Mark Collie.

 

August 5: Woody Poles - 7:00 p.m.

Chapman Park Doylestown Borough

 

Woody Poles has been influenced by a wide range of styles including classical, jazz, R&B, rock, folk, soul, reggae, funk and gospel. Poles has been performing for over 21 years and written more than a 150 songs. His music has the feel of the 70’s and is reminiscent of favorites such as Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder and EWF to Herbie Mann, and even a bit of Marley.

August 12: Bella Sorella - 7:00 p.m.

Central Park Doylestown Township

With music spanning over 300 years and seven languages, Bella Sorella's sound appeals to all music fans.  Bella Sorella – Nova and Susanna Jiménez (sopranos) and Shinobu Kameyama (piano) – is an award-winning soprano ensemble that combines classical and contemporary styles in melodic and powerful duets. Bella Sorella’s unique music, magnetic stage presence and remarkable personal story has earned them acclaim and recognition throughout California and abroad.

 

 

Sounds of Summer 2009 Sponsorship Information 

Thanks to our sponsors who make this event possible:

Summer Signature: Citibank

Fireworks: Wegmans, The Beneficial Savings Bank

Acoustic Delight:  Jacobs Music, PECO

 Summer Sounders:  Verizon,  The Baylin Family

Stage Crew: Barb-Lin Carpets

Friend of the Arts: Edison Quarry, Carsource Service Center, Anonymous Donor

 

 

Sounds of Summer 2008
 

 

Sound of Summer 2007 Photo gallery- Join us in 2008 for our dynamic concert series!

 

 Click on the button below to view the Philly Horn Band's awesome video of the 2007 fireworks concert!

 

 2007 Fireworks Concert Video

 
A joint program between Doylestown Township and Doylestown Borough and supported in part by a grant from the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts.
 

GENERAL INFORMATION

 

All shows begin at 7:00 pm unless otherwise noted.

 

·     Concerts are FREE & Handicap Accessible.

             

Bring a blanket and/or chairs (not provided at venue).

 

·     Alcohol is prohibited at all venues. Food & beverage is prohibited at C.B. West High School (indoor venue).

 

·     In the event of inclement weather the performances will be held at C.B. West High School. Call the Township or Borough after 3:00 pm to confirm location.  Refreshments will be available for purchase.  

 

The schedule is subject to change without notice. Check the township website often for updates. 

 

 

 

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Directions

 

For Directions to Central Park (Doylestown Township), click here.

To Chapman Park (corner of East State Street and East Road in Doylestown Borough): 
Follow Route 611 North/Easton to 202 North/New Hope.  Take 202 North to the "Y" in the road.  Turn left at the "Y"; this puts you on State Street.  At the first intersection, turn left (East Road).  Chapman Park will be on your immediate right.  

Public parking is available in the business complex ("The Farm") across the street.  Parking for persons with disabilities is available in Chapman Park.

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