Francis M. Silva
alexandria, va
- Gender: Male
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- Member since: 2007-04-05 00:00:00
- Last log-in: 2007-09-30 00:00:00
- Events: 26
Events:
Uncle Earl
Where: Birchmere
Date: 2007-09-16 19:30:00
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Uncle Earl isn't your run-of-the-mill band. First of all, they're all female. But these aren't the Spice Girls. Think Agent Scully meets Janeane Garofalo in Mayberry, with a shot of whiskey. Uncle Earl's exceptional mix of traditional fiddle tunes, mountain harmonies, original songs and authentic Appalachian clogging is transformed into what can only be described as "the Uncle Earl experience." The Biscuit Burners are an eclectic quartet blending traditional songwriting steeped in Appalachian roots with deft musicianship and harmonies. Members of the band have shared the stage with Vassar Clements, Leftover Salmon, Walker's Run, members of Acoustic Syndicate and other artists to name a few.
Performance Measurement for Government Conference
Where: Sheraton Suites Old Town Alexandria
Date: 2007-04-30 00:00:00
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Attend this conference to learn how to measure and monitor your strategic plan to ensure innovative & efficient government
The Seldom Scene
Where: Birchmere
Date: 2007-09-08 19:30:00
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Since its inception in 1971, the Seldom Scene has thrived on playing bluegrass a little differently than everyone else. If other bands used a fiddler, the Seldom Scene used a Dobro; if others relied on old standards, the Seldom Scene played rock classics. Through skilled musicianship and an urban approach to bluegrass, the Seldom Scene has become one of the most influential bluegrass band of the last 30 years. It has been said that watching Valerie Smith perform is "like being an eye-witness to a thermonuclear explosion!" Her boundless energy and explosive delivery ensures that audiences are treated to unique and memorable performances every time.
Aimee Mann w/ Sean Hayes
Where: Birchmere
Date: 2007-07-20 19:30:00
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Sean’s fifth and newest release, Flowering Spade (2007), marks the first time Hayes has ever recorded in a studio. Most of the album was recorded live in the studio with horns, accordion and marimba overdubbed. Hayes authored the entirety of Flowering Spade’s thirteen unique songs; they span different moods, tempos, and styles, making for quite a nice ride. Sean has recently been seen touring the US, UK and Europe – headlining, playing residencies, sharing co-bills or support slots and sometimes with frequent touring partner Jolie Holland. Following the release of Flowering Spade, Sean is hitting the road again – thankfully with his addictive, soulful groove and weathered, acoustic dance-ability in tow. Download "Elizabeth Sways" Download "Flowering Spade" (mp3) from "Flowering Spade"by Sean HayesSean HayesBuy at SeanHayesMusic StoreBuy at iTunes Music StoreMore On This Album
Rhonda Vincent
Where: Birchmere
Date: 2007-10-27 19:30:00
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She's got a mandolin, a stunning Bluegrass voice, black leather pants, an endorsement contract with Martha White muffin mix and plenty of attitude. A Grammy winner and multiple winner of honors from bluegrass societies nationwide, this traditional bluegrass singer has shared the mic with Dolly Parton, Randy Travis and Alison Krauss.
Roy Ayers
Where: Birchmere
Date: 2007-09-07 19:30:00
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This great vibraphonist first gained national fame with Herbie Mann and then went on to form his own band, 'Ubiquity,' which is an eclectic mix of funk, salsa, jazz, rock, soul and rap. Keyboardist Lonnie Liston Smith was the leader of the Cosmic Echoes in 1973 and at the forefront of the post-bop jazz era. More than any other singer, Jon Lucien captures the essence of romance. His voice is rich and expressive, his best songs are perceptive poetic tales of devotion, trust, hope, harmony and spirituality. Three dimensional parables of love lost and love found and relationships filled with the promise of a new day. He seems to possess an innate ability to evoke an atmosphere and create images not only through his lyrics but the colors of his music.
Marty Stuart
Where: Birchmere
Date: 2007-09-19 19:30:00
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Marty Stuart is country music's renaissance man. He has scored six top-ten hits, one platinum and five gold albums and four Grammy Awards. But his success proves the difficulty of gauging a career in charts alone. He has made lasting music as a front man and in collaboration with virtually every major roots music figure of his era, from Lester Flatt to Bob Dylan. He has evangelized for country music around the world, eulogized the departed legends of the field and identified and encouraged talents of the future. Stuart has produced records for some of the most distinguished artists working today and many famous names have chosen to record his songs. Stuart's energetic enthusiasm has gone outside music, yielding impressive work as a photographer, writer, collector and arts executive.
The Fabulous Thunderbirds
Where: Birchmere
Date: 2007-08-12 19:30:00
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For over twenty years, The Fabulous Thunderbirds have been playing a blend of rock and blues that include hits like 'Tuff Enuff' and 'Wrap it Up.' Considered one of the world's great bar bands, The Nighthawks blazed across America fighting the evils of disco with blistering blues harp and vocals by Mark Wenner and the group's version of rock, blues and rockabilly.
Sacred Blues - a concert by Chris Sampson
Where: Bush Hill Presbyterian Church
Date: 2007-04-29 16:00:00
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Acoustic blues artist and guitarist, CHRIS SAMPSON, will be performing a concert that highlights the Sacred and Gospel side of early blues music. This benefit concert will feature works by Reverend Gary Davis, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Son House and Blind Willie Johnson among others. Donations accepted - All proceeds will benefit the Building Fund at Bush Hill Presbyterian Church.
Scythian
Where: Birchmere
Date: 2007-09-06 19:30:00
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Scythian's music ranges from traditional folk to high energy Celtic, with strains of gypsy and Klezmer in between.
Rebelicious @ Nick's Night Club
Where: Nick's Night Club
Date: 2007-08-15 21:00:00
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Back at Nick's for another crazy night of country and rock, and maybe even a lil dancing too.Event submitted by Eventful.com on behalf of rebeliciousband.
The Ditty Bops
Where: Birchmere
Date: 2007-09-04 19:30:00
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The Ditty Bops are Amanda Barrett and Abby Dewald, a pair of California artists who have bewitched LA's musical pleasure-seeking crowd with their pure-voiced harmonies, magnetic personalities, and brilliant strummin'n'fretting (Abby on guitar and Amanda on mandolin and dulcimer). The duo's self-titled debut was produced by Mitchell Froom (Suzanne Vega, Crowded House, Elvis Costello). (Source: Yahoo! Local)
Veteran's Day Program
Where: Alexandria Black History Museum (Formerly Alexandria Black History Resource Center)
Date: 2007-11-11 11:00:00
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This program celebrates the African American men and women who fought for the country with talks and discussions, music and dramatic presentations.
John Corbett
Where: Birchmere
Date: 2007-11-19 19:30:00
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Singer John Corbett is better known for his acting than his songwriting. He played the existential DJ Chris Stevens on five seasons of 'Northern Exposure.' Over the years he's been seen in films like 'My Big Fat Greek Wedding,' or as Aiden Shaw on 'Sex and the City,' but his acting career takes a back seat to his true love, music.
Barbara Firestone Autism Heroes book signing
Where: Barnes and Noble Bookstore (Alexandria, VA)
Date: 2007-11-17 14:00:00
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Dr. Barbara Firestone’s intimate, bold, and inspiring book, Autism Heroes, provides a compelling account of the experiences of 38 families from different walks of life confronting the challenges of autism spectrum disorders. Dr. Firestone is founder and CEO of The Help Group, one of the largest non-profit organizations in the nation working with special needs children. Please join Dr. Firestone for a presentation and book signing. This is a free event.
Scottish Christmas Walk Weekend
Where: The George Washington Masonic National Memorial
Date: 2007-11-29 00:00:00
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In their 37th year as host of the Scottish Christmas Walk Weekend, The Campagna Center is proud to launch Alexandria’s holiday season with the fresh scent of heather and the festive melody of bagpipes throughout the quaint streets of Old Town. Weekend events include a children's concert, a Christmas Marketplace, a children's tea party, the Taste of Scotland Scotch Tasting, the Designer Tour of Homes, a Celtic concert, and the 37th Annual Scottish Christmas Walk Parade. For the 2007 Scottish Christmas Walk Weekend, we are excited to announce a new location—the George Washington Masonic Memorial will host the Scottish Christmas Walk Weekend events! The Memorial is located at 101 Callahan Drive (at the intersection of King & Callahan) in Alexandria What better than a city rich in Scottish heritage to be the gathering site for clans and pipe and drum bands from far and near with their faithful companions, the terriers and hounds. The Saint Andrew’s Society of Washington, D.C. partners with The Campagna Center to sponsor the annual parade complete with over 100 clans dressed in their colorful tartans. Consistently ranked by the Southeast Tourism Society as one of the top 20 events in the South, the Scottish Christmas Walk Weekend draws nearly 30,000 individuals and families to the Parade. Tourists travel from throughout the Mid-Atlantic region to participate in this celebrated community event. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Thursday, November 29 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Children’s Concert Noon – 5:00 p.m. Christmas Marketplace & Heather and Greens Sale 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. Children’s Tea Party 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Christmas Marketplace & Heather and Greens Sale 8:00 – 9:30 p.m. Celtic Concert Friday, November 30 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Children’s Concert 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Christmas Marketplace & Heather and Greens Sale 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Taste of Scotland Patron Hour Only 8:00 – 10:30 p.m. Taste of Scotland Saturday, December 1 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Christmas Marketplace & Heather and Greens Sale 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Scottish Christmas Walk Parade 1:00 - 1:30 p.m. Massed Band Concert 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Designer Tour of Homes 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. Children’s Concert
Lori McKenna
Where: Birchmere
Date: 2008-01-23 19:30:00
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Lori McKenna's musical style is as much country as folk. Faith Hill sings Lori's tunes on her latest album Fireflies, including the title track. Mandy Moore is singing 'Beautiful Man' on her Myspace page. Debi Smith is a multi-instrumentalist with a three-octave vocal range. A member of The Four Bitchin' Babes since 1994, she has three solo recordings.
From the Jam
Where: Birchmere
Date: 2008-02-11 19:30:00
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Rick Buckler, Bruce Foxton, Paul Weller and Steve Brookes formed "The Jam" while they were still in school in 1975; Brookes quickly left the band and they remained a trio for the rest of their career. In 1976, the band played gigs around London, building a dedicated local following.
The Outlaws
Where: Birchmere
Date: 2008-02-27 19:30:00
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The Outlaws are a '70s southern rock band whose songs include 'There Goes Another Love Song' and 'Ghost Riders in the Sky.'
Sissel
Where: Birchmere
Date: 2008-04-29 19:30:00
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Sissel is a diverse singer from Scandinavia.
Basic Personalized Internet Training
Where: Sherwood Regional Library
Date: 2008-04-30 00:00:00
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Young, Fly & Flashy
Where: LUSH the club
Date: 2008-05-17 22:00:00
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Young Millionaires presents Young, Fly & Flashy 21+ to party, dress to impress music by Royce 5'9 limited advanced tickets $15, get them early
Fresh in White, White Party
Where: LUSH the club
Date: 2008-05-30 22:00:00
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Magnum Entertainment introduces Fresh in White, White Party Doors open at 10 PM Ladies free before 11 PM $10 cover before midnight 21+ with proper ID Dress to impress Free parking in rear A portion of the proceeds will be donated to INOVA Juniper Program