Rock My Soul Quartet at "The Last Church on the Left" House Concert in Portland on May 17
Date and Time: Saturday, May 17, 2008 at 7:30 pm
Where: 58 Wilmot Street, Portland ME
Tickets: $10
Reservations: Call 207-774-9600 or show up at the door. Click here for directions.
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Americana Gospel from the Delta to Appalachia and Beyond
Four of the driving forces behind the highly acclaimed Rock My Soul Gospel Choir branch off to form a quartet of rich vocal blends and soul-stirring harmonies, with a repertoire that explores American gospel music from the Delta blues of greats such as Blind Willie Johnson and Washington Phillips to traditional Appalachian folk and the rootsy contemporary sounds of Alison Krauss, Buddy Miller and Ruthie Foster. Along the way, listeners are treated to traditional arrangements of slave spirituals, hymns, and songs from the “golden age of gospel.”
About the Rock My Soul Quartet
Eric Donnelly plays piano, Hammond B3 organ, and keyboards for Rock My Soul. In addition, he writes arrangements for the Rock My Soul Choir. Eric graduated from the University of New Hampshire with a Music Education degree. He began studying classical and jazz piano as a sophomore at UNH and has studied with Arlene Kies, Nate Wilson, and the legendary Art Matthews.
Mark Weaver, who has years of experience in ensemble singing, has quickly made a name for himself as a soloist with Rock My Soul. His rich bass voice has captured the attention of and delighted many audiences across New England.
Dawn Boyer’s background is steeped in blues, old-time country, gospel, and R&B. Known as a soulful “shouter” as well as a singer of quiet, warm resonance, she has performed for audiences across the nation, singing with Pinetop Perkins, James Montgomery, and Luther “Guitar Junior” Johnson, to name a few. She is also founder of and lead soloist for the Rock My Soul Gospel Choir.
Brett Hartenbach has been a professional musician for nearly 30 years, performing and singing in some of the most prestigious venues and festivals throughout the US, Canada, and Europe. An immensely talented and tasteful guitarist who plays with both fire and restraint, he has earned high praise from both critics and audiences alike. Whether playing captivating solos or holding down a steady rhythm on the guitar, or whether singing lead or harmony vocals, Brett has a way of bringing the best out of any song.
