Bethel Summer Concert Schedule

Bethel Summer Concert Schedule – 2012

Concerts are Sunday evenings at 6:00 p.m. at the Gazebo on the Municipal Center Lawn. In case of inclement weather, the concert will be held in the Municipal Center. Free and open to the public. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, and picnics. Presented with support from generous donations of businesses, organizations, and individuals.

Sunday, July 15, 2012:

Sunday, July 22, 2012:

Sunday, July 29, 2012:

J & B Band – Billy Michael, Bethel’s showman extraordinaire,

opens the Concert Series with entertaining music and delightful

fun. Enjoy the eclectic range of the instrumentals and vocals that

are interspersed with hometown history. It’s guaranteed to be a

delightful evening!

Sponsored by Belardinelli Tire Company, Smitty’s Auto Body, and

the Savings Bank of Danbury.

Highway Robbery – Brand new to the concert scene, this local

group will present a mix of classical rock, southern rock, blues,

and country music. All five members provide vocals along with

instrumentals featuring lead guitar, rhythm guitar, bass, and drums.

Sponsored by First Selectman Matt Knickerbocker and Friends of

Bethel Seniors.

Easton Banjo Society: Turn the clock back to the mid 19th

century and the plinking, plunking, and strumming of several types

of banjos played by musicians garbed in bow ties, red-striped

vests, and straw hats. “Ain’t She Sweet,” “Somebody Stole My

Gal,” and “Yankee Doodle Dandy” take us back to the days of

yesteryear before electronics changed the world of popular music.

Special sponsorship by Ergo Chef.

Hot Cat Jazz Band: Cancelled last year by Hurricane Irene, Ross

Tucker’s six-piece group promises to stir the air with the upbeat

notes of Dixieland, New Orleans Jazz, Big Band Hits, and other

exhilarating sounds from the 1920’s.

Hear “The Muskrat Ramble,” “Take the A Train,” “Sentimental Journey,”

and “Bill Bailey” and enjoy a rousing evening!

Sponsored by Attorney Daniel O’Grady, R. T. Vanderbilt

Company, Inc., and Union Savings Bank.

Sunday, August 5, 2012:

The Kerry Boys: Audience participation highlights the Irish

selections of Mark James and Pierce Campbell. Famous for their

close harmonies in both the traditional and original pieces,

the “Boys” convey their infectious enthusiasm in such a way that

the audience responds with clapping, singing, and even dancing.

Enjoy Irish favorites delivered with zest and high energy!

Sponsored by Newtown Savings Bank, Boylan Chiropractic, and

Selectman Richard Straiton.

Sunday, August 12, 2012:

Mental Health: Led by Richard Madwid, this local four-member

band has roots deeply embedded in the bluesy rock ‘n roll sounds

of the ‘50’s and ‘60’s. With influences from the Beatles to Elvis

Presley to the Rolling Stones to Eric Clapton, the band’s repertoire

includes some favorites with a personalized interpretation.

Sponsored by State Representative Dan Carter and Caraluzzi’s

Bethel Food Market and Nutmeg Discount Liquor.

Sunday, August 19, 2012:

The Big Beat Oldies Band: Specializing in the sounds of the

50’s and 60’s, these four musicians have been involved in music

since they were youngsters. Joe Neuman, the band’s founder and

leader, sounds like Elvis Presley. Featured will be some of his

original songs as well as favorites from the “golden oldies.”

Sponsored by R. E. Lawlor Graphics and Printing, State Senator

Toni Boucher, and State Senator Michael McLachlan.

Sunday, August 26, 2012:

Phil LoPresti Jr. with the Clark Eno Orchestra: End the

concert season with the “Big Band” sounds of the Clark Eno

Orchestra and the talented Phil LoPresti Jr. Vocals such as “Night

and Day,” “Old Devil Moon,” and “I Left My Heart in San

Francisco” will remind you of the music of Frank Sinatra, Tony

Bennett, and Dean Martin. Enjoy a special evening with some

wonderful entertainment.

Sponsored by Selectman Paul Szatkowski, The Bethel Republican

Town Committee, and Heitcamp, Inc.