3-BAND "FUN-RAISER" Sat. Dec. 7

Date of event Dec. 7, 2013
Location of event Russian Hall, 600 Campbell Ave, Strathcona
 

"FUN-RAISER", 3 Bands, 8pm Sat. Dec 7: supporting an SFU bursary in memory of Mary Steinhauser, social worker & prisoner advocate, killed in a BC Pen hostage incident. Dance to Mercer Van Eyes, Mud Bay Blues Band & Jughead, Russian Hall (licensed), 600 Campbell Ave, Strathcona, Vanc. $10 or by donation. www.marysteinhauser.com  Who was Mary? On June 11, 1975, Ms.  Steinhauser, a 32 yr old nurse and social worker, died tragically in a blaze of gunfire after a 41-hour hostage-taking incident at the BC Penitentiary in New Westminster. Her heroic actions on that night made national and international headlines. A BC Hero, Mary was a tireless crusader and advocate for prisoners’ rights, many of whom were aboriginal, and people with mental illnesses or handicaps. The bursary in her name will help first nations undergrads in arts & social sciences at SFU.

The Rogue presents the Caleb Klauder Country Band

Date of event Thursday Dec 12th 8pm
Location of event St James Hall, 3214 West 10th Avenue, Vancouver

The Caleb Klauder Country Band represents the best of the Northwest music scene. Caleb has been touring nationally and internationally for over 15 years and has been involved with some of the regionʼs most iconic bands, such as Calobo and The Foghorn Stringband.

Today, leading with vocals, guitar, and a mandolin, Caleb hosts some of the northwestʼs best singers and players creating a honky-tonk band that stands out as a totem in the country music scene. The band performs Calebʼs praised original songs right alongside classics from George Jones, The Louvin Brothers and Dolly Parton, all at once sounding timeless, fresh, and alive. There is a drive to his music that makes it unique and captivating. This is country music made for people who want to have fun and who want to dance, harkening back to the old dance hall days when people of all walks of life came together to simply dance, socialize, and enjoy live music.

Band members include Jesse Emerson on upright bass, Ned Folkerth on drums, Reeb Willms on vocals and guitar, Russ Blake on pedal steel and electric guitar, and Sam Weiss on fiddle, all of whom contribute to the vibrant northwest music scene in various other bands.

Raised on Orcas Island, Washington and now living in Portland, Oregon, Caleb is a true north westerner, yet his maternal family roots lay in East Tennessee. His mother, originally from Knoxville, moved her family out west when Caleb was only a year old. These deep family roots contribute to Calebʼs music, tapping into old memories to bring you the strong singing and spirited attitude that give his music an edge that is both cutting and sweet.

www.calebklauder.com
www.roguefolk.bc.ca/concerts/ev13111220

Tickets for $20 ($16 members) available online at www.roguefolk.bc.ca, in person at Highlife Records & Rufus' Guitar Shop, or call the Rogue Ticket Hotline at 604-736-3022.

The Rogue presents Van Django Bells

Date of event Saturday Dec 14th, 8pm
Location of event St James Hall, 3214 West 10th Avenue, Vancouver

A Christmas Party with a gypsy jazz flavour from Vancouver's hottest string quartet!

Van Django is an acoustic string ensemble made up of four of Canada's most talented and eclectic musicians; violinist Cameron Wilson, guitarist Budge Schachte, guitarist/cellist Finn Manniche and bassist Brent Gubbels. Van Django's music is punchy, driving and rhythmically inventive, combining a wealth of musical influences while maintaining their roots in the gypsy jazz made famous by the 1930's Quintet of the Hot Club of France.

"In an increasingly crowded niche, Van Django is a standout act. With a clever mix of contemporary standards, classical ditties, rock homages and solid originals they effortlessly whip the audience into a joyful frenzy. Attending a Van Django concert is the most fun you can have sitting down with your clothes on." – NICK LEHR, DJANGOFEST Director, USA

www.vandjango.com
www.roguefolk.bc.ca/concerts/ev13121420

Tickets for $20 ($16 members) available online at www.roguefolk.bc.ca, in person at Highlife Records & Rufus' Guitar Shop, or call the Rogue Ticket Hotline at 604-736-3022.