South Jackson’s new season off to fast start
The first half of the evening featured Jim and Inge Wood showing their great talent and appeal. The Woods were also recording this concert to be released as a live CD. During the second half of the concert entertainment was provided by The Southern Fly-By-Night Singers, an a cappella ensemble who delighted the audience. Instrumentally some of the pieces included fiddle, banjo, mandolin and guitar. A very impressive evening all around.
The balance of the 2005-06 Performing Arts Series showcases some of the great names in the Performing Arts, both locally and nationally.
Mark on your calendar now – Saturday, Jan. 28 at 8:00 p.m. Set this evening aside for Jazz on Jackson with Freddy Cole. Freddy is performing a glorious tribute to the songbook of Jerome Kern, Cole Porter, Gladys Shelly and, of course, Nat ‘King’ Cole. Freddy doesn’t apologize for sounding so much like his brother but he has a musical sophistication that is uniquely his own.
Friday, Feb. 3, at 7:30 p.m. the Civic Center will play host to the Nashville Mandolin Ensemble performing their tribute to Bach, Beatles and Bluegrass. The group has been hailed for revitalizing and reshaping a type of musical ensemble that enjoyed nationwide popularity at the turn of the 20th century. You will enjoy the unique sounds of the Nashville Mandolin Ensemble as they wrap their talents around a wide array of composers that include Hoagy Carmichael, Stephane Grapelli, JS Bach and Lennon and McCartney.
In honor of April Fool’s Day, on March 31 at 7:30 p.m. your funny bone will be tickled, your sides will split and you will remember why laughter is the best medicine when Harton Regional Medical Center proudly presents “Stand-up: When Comedy Was Funny with Bill Oberst.” Come and see the best stand-up comedians all in one show. Bill Oberst can imitate them all – from ‘Moms’ Mabley to Rodney Dangerfield.
The season ends with as big a bang as it began with “Blueprint of a Lady” with Nnenna Freelon on April 14 at 7:30 p.m. The “Once and Future Life of Billie Holiday” explores the myth and majesty of this legendary actress, composer, social activist and vocalist. “Blueprint of a Lady” is ultimately about inventing oneself through art, to house the present and build tomorrow. Nnenna uses song and the spoken word to tell a compelling story and opens a window into Billie Holiday’s soul.
Tickets may be purchased for individual performances or as a series. Season tickets include all the above performances with the additional benefit of preferred seating. Individually tickets range from $17-$28 for adults and $11-$17 for students. Please call the South Jackson Civic Center at 931-455-5321.