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Alpenglow: Floodgate Operators

June 24, 2021 by Carrie Wallace Leave a Comment

Join us in Town Park, just south of the Center, for our free outdoor concert series, Alpenglow!

This week’s concert in the series is local energetic bluegrass band, Floodgate Operators!

Founded in 2018, the Floodgate Operators are a 5 piece bluegrass band from Crested Butte, Colorado.  Floodgate Operators combine fast, flat-picking traditional’s with energetic, heartfelt originals to create a unique and outrageously fun show that is not to be missed!

Rain or shine, music starts at 5:30. Bring a chair, a blanket, and your dancing shoes! Local food vendors and a bar will be available at every concert to create the perfect picnic.

Please no dogs, no outside alcohol, and no glass. Please do not dump ice onto Town Park! Take the bus or ride your bike – it’s good for the planet! If you do drive, please park at Crested Butte Community School or at the 4-way Stop.

Tagged With: beer, bluegrass, concert, dancing, floodgate, food, fun, live music, local, outdoor concert, picnic

Alpenglow: The Reminders

June 24, 2021 by Carrie Wallace Leave a Comment

Join us in Town Park, just south of the Center, for our free outdoor concert series, Alpenglow!

This week’s concert in the series is Colorado Springs based duo, The Reminders!

A rare and remarkable musical duo with undeniable magical chemistry, The Reminders transcend the bounds of expectation to uplift and entertain. They seamlessly blend razor sharp rhythms and raw, soulful vocals with reggae-tinged hip-hop beats to highlight their relevant and inspiring messages. The couple shares a partnership in both music and life as Samir and Aja have been married for over a decade.

The Reminders have been recognized and applauded for their work internationally through concerts, tours, music awards, TV and radio appearances. Having shared the stage with artists such as Snoop Dogg, Nas, Big Boi, and touring with Ms. Lauryn Hill.

Rain or shine, music starts at 5:30. Bring a chair, a blanket, and your dancing shoes! Local food vendors and a bar will be available at every concert to create the perfect picnic.

Please no dogs, no outside alcohol, and no glass. Please do not dump ice onto Town Park! Take the bus or ride your bike – it’s good for the planet! If you do drive, please park at Crested Butte Community School or at the 4-way Stop.

 

Tagged With: alpenglow, beer, concert, dancing, food, free, fun, outdoor concert, picnic, r&b, the reminders

Kissidugu Virtual Performance Video: “A Safe Place”

February 17, 2021 by Brooke Harless MacMillan Leave a Comment

Available for purchase now through March 27!

For purchases made now through March 12, a link will be sent to you on March 13.  For purchases made on or after March 13, the link will be sent within 48 hours after your purchase.  Use the link to view the performance at your leisure!

By donation. Suggested donation of $10 for individuals and $25 for groups. 

“A Safe Place” is a dynamic and exciting West African performance with renowned artist Fara Tolno, from Guinea, West Africa. Accompanied by his brother Etienne Tolno and a variety of student artists, this theater performance will include two pieces from the Crested Butte community who participated in a 3-week Artist in Residency study with Fara in partnership with the Center for the Arts, as well as incredible drum and dance performances by Fara and members of the Kissidugu ensemble. Live drumming arrangements, choreography, and original music by Fara Tolno.

Fara’s concept behind this piece: “We need to be safe at this point in time and our planet is calling out for help from all of us. This is the time to deal with our own issues that we have not been dealing with and to love everyone unconditionally.” Kissidugu means “a safe place.” This cultural arts extravaganza is sure to provide viewers of all ages a rich experience that promotes wellness and increases unity.

All proceeds go to support further cultural arts programming in CB and that a portion of proceeds go to the Kissidugu School of Music, Dance and Education in Guinea.
Video available March 13 for viewing at your leisure.

Tagged With: crested butte, dancing, drumming, Kissidugu Foundation, virtual performance, West African Dance

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