Write a commentThe Oswego Music Hall is proud to announce a March 25 event showcasing the storytelling, comedic talent of folksinger, songwriter Don White. Don brings his one man show to the Music Hall stage located at the McCrobie Building, 41 Lake Street Oswego. Doors open at 7:00 for the 7:30 event. Advance sale tickets are available for $16.00 and at the door for $18.00.
There is no one-word description for what Don White does. He has survived and thrived for twenty-five years, bringing his audiences to laughter and tears in his live performances, studio recordings, and on the printed page. He is a storyteller-comedian-author-troubadour-folk singer-songwriter. He is a walking challenge to the phrase “file under.” Best to just sort him under “Don White.”
Don’s approach to music is a weird, unique blend. If he just played folk music, it would be a handy label. But he has invented his own genre with a mix of humor and powerful songwriting. White’s arc as a writer and performer has taken him from his industrial hometown of Lynn, Ma across the country as hitchhiker, through Boston’s comedy clubs and coffeehouses, and onto the stage with greats like Christine Lavin, Arlo Guthrie, Taj Mahal, Ritchie Havens, Patty Larkin, Bill Morrissey, Tom Rush, and Louden Wainright III. At every point, White has been the ultimate observer, infusing his work with his experiences as a husband, a father, a seeker, and a joker.
Many songwriters use their real lives for inspiration, but few do it like White. He often draws inspiration from his family, whether it’s a touching song about the circle of life or an uproarious story about dealing with his daughter. “It’s what I’m comfortable doing. It’s what I know.”
His comedic timing honed by years of touring coupled with his storytelling and songwriting influenced by Prine, Dylan, and Seeger will leave you both mesmerized and laughing.
Don was a featured teller at the 2015 National Storyteller Festival, leaving one participant to note; “A truly great storyteller and songwriter, Don White has his finger on the pulse of the human condition, and he reveals it with the sharpest of wits and a Boston accent. If William Blake saw the universe in a grain of sand, Don White sees it in a squeaking door or Marshmallow Fluff, and he makes us see it, too. After he makes you laugh, he really goes to work, so watch out.” – Bill Harley
Check Dons’ website at: http://www.donwhite.net/
Enjoy his comedic wit, “How to get the kids to move out” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ySEdJLMF4Co
You can enjoy the performance of Don White at the all-volunteer family friendly Music Hall venue .The venue is the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake Street, Oswego. The atmosphere is intimate with candle-lit tables surrounding a small stage. Desserts, snacks, popcorn and beverages are available for purchase.
We are also excited to be partnering with local brewer The Cellar Door to provide craft beer and NY State wine during the performances.
Tickets can be purchased on-line at http://oswegomusichall.org/ or at the river’s end bookstore, 19 West Bridge Street in Oswego. Holders of tickets purchased before 1 pm on the day of the concert will have preferred seating. After 1 pm, seating will be general admission. Doors open at 6:45 pm and ticket prices for this event are $16 if purchased in advance and $18 at the door. Children under 12 are half- price and those under 5 are free.
The next National Showcase will be on April 8 and feature Jay Ungar and Molly Mason
The duo gained critical acclaim for their work on Ken Burns documentary, The Civil War .Their performance of the series signature tune-Asokan Farwell, earned them national acclaim and the song was nominated for an Emmy. d for an Emmy
You can visit their website at: http://jayandmolly.com/ and find them on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/jayandmolly/
Open Mic Fridays are held the Friday before all Saturday shows. Performers get a chance to showcase their talents on the National Stage with a world class sound system and the new, professional stage lighting. All ages are welcome, making it a popular place for local and regional talent to be heard. The entry fee is $2.00 to cover BMI and ASCAP fees. Signups start at 6:30 and the entertainment runs from 7-10 pm.
The popular Hook Series, returns for its third year. Its next installment will be on Friday April 17. “The Hook” highlights the talents of three Regional Singer/Songwriters in an intimate round robin setting allowing the performers an opportunity to interact with the audience, the other artists and discuss their creative process. Matt Nakoa, Travis Knapp and Sheralyn Jeanne will host the 7:30 event.
The Music Hall has been run entirely by volunteers from its inception over 39 years ago. Volunteers can earn admission to shows through different tasks. Music Hall concerts are made possible in part with funding by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and the New York State Legislature. For more information e mail us at: OCPAoswego@gmail.com
Or access the Music Hall website: http://www.oswegomusichall.org/
