2008-2009 Woody Hawley Concert Series

WOODY HAWLEY CONCERT SERIES
Ron Sowell, artistic director

Great Sound, Great Atmosphere, Great Music! 

Experience an evening of unparalleled entertainment and talent! Enjoy the intimate setting of Walker Theater and immerse yourself in the music of the featured artist. As a bonus, one of the region's best artists will begin each performance by playing a short set. Concerts start at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for seniors and students.

Johnsmith
Saturday, October 4, 2008, 7:30 p.m.
With two decades of performing throughout the country and abroad, Johnsmith knows how to capture an audience. His sweet, earthy voice, fine musicianship and inspiring folk lyrics go straight to the heart.

www.johnsmithmusic.com

Johnny Staats and Robert Shafer
Saturday, November 8, 2008, 7:30 p.m.
With his astounding command of the mandolin, Johnny Staats has garnered acclaim from the likes of People magazine, The New York Times and “The Today Show.” Winner of the National Flatpicking Championship, Robert Shafer is a first rate flatpicker and an amazing electric guitarist.

www.staatsandshafer.com

Hank Williams Tribute
Saturday, December 27, 2008, 7:30 p.m.
Celebrate the life and legacy of Hank Williams with a special tribute to this unforgettable songwriter and performer. Special guest Don Helms, legendary steel guitarist and former member of Hank’s original Drifting Cowboys band, joins John Lilly, Rob McNurlin, Buddy Griffin and other artists to honor the memory of the so-called “Hillbilly Shakespeare.”

Tim O’Brien
Saturday, January 10, 2009, 7:30 p.m.
Former member of renowned band Hot Rize, Tim O’Brien has established himself as a talented singer/songwriter with a unique blend of traditional bluegrass, folk and swing. In 2006, he won the Grammy Award for “Best Traditional Folk Album” for his solo album “Fiddler’s Green.”

www.timobrien.net

Beth Nielsen Chapman
Saturday, February 7, 2009, 7:30 p.m.
American singer/songwriter, Beth Nielsen Chapman is known for her adult contemporary hits recorded by such country and pop music stars as Faith Hill, Elton John, Emmylou Harris, Michael McDonald and Neil Diamond. Her solo albums, including “Sand and Water” and “Deeper Still,” have earned her wide acclaim and a devoted following.

www.bethnielsenchapman.com

Craig Bickhardt
Saturday, March 21, 2009, 7:30 p.m.
Best known as a songwriter who has penned tunes for the likes of Kathy Mattea, Ray Charles and B.B. King, Craig Bickhardt is also an incredible soloist. Combined with his guitar skills and poetic lyrics, his voice will hold you through every song.

www.craigbickhardt.com

Chris Smither
Saturday, April 18, 2009, 7:30 p.m.
Chris Smither is known for his been-there, done-that voice and the eloquent sounds of his finger-picked acoustic guitar. The Washington Post calls him “one of the finest interpreters of classic blues and contemporary roots music on the scene today.”

www.smither.com