Master of Ceremonies
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Spreading the word at the 2009 Great Falls 4th of July Parade!
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Check out the 2009 event and related photos contributed by Jake England and Dan Perbil here. Check out the 2008 event photos here contributed by Dan Perbil here. Return to the 2011 event web page here. For more info please contact: The History Museum 406-452-3462.
Rob Quist & the Great Northern Bluegrass Band will be the headliner for the Eighth Annual Bluegrass on the Bay fundraiser, sponsored by The History Museum, scheduled for Friday night, July 16 at Odd Fellows Park in Great Falls. Gates open at 5 p.m. Quist, a native of Cut Bank and now of Kalispell, was recently inducted into the University of Montana School of Fine Art’s “Hall of Honors”. He was saluted as “a celebrated Montana musician and composer who has captured the spirit of the West in his music, an evocative and versatile artist whose gift of song has touched the hearts and souls of his countrymen, an eloquent proponent of the history and beauty of the West whose legacy in song will be embraced by generations to follow.” He has released 15 CD’s and was lead singer, songwriter and founder of such groups as the Mission Mountain Wood Band, The Montana Band and his Great Northern Band. For this bluegrass concert, Quist says his players are some of the best musicians in Montana.
They are: Ellie Nuno on fiddle and vocals, recognized as one of the top fiddlers in the state. She has played with Montana Rose, The Cat and the Fiddle as well as Quist’s Great Northern Band.
Craig Davey on acoustic guitar and vocals. He has left fans breathless with his guitar stylings and vocal prowess. He is a member of Smart Alex and has appeared with Loose Caboose. “Together, Quist says, my Great Northern Bluegrass Band brings an exciting mix of my original music and American classics to the stage in a show that is sure to please any audience regardless of their demographics.” Also featured will be The Blue Canyon Boys from Colorado. Winner of the 2008 Telluride Bluegrass Festival Band Competition, the band has been picking and entertaining audiences with its unique style of bluegrass in the Colorado area for over six years. This high energy, bluegrass powerhouse consists of Gary Dark on mandolin, Jason Hicks on guitar, Drew Garrett on bass, and Jeff Scroggins on banjo. Blending incredible brother--duet-style vocals and hard-driving instrumental proficiency, this energetic band has quickly become a mainstay of the Front Range bluegrass scene. The Blue Canyon Boys have released three CDs consisting of originals and great traditional songs: Just An Ol’ Dirt Road (2006), Hello City Limits (2008) and House of Sorrow (2009) Tickets are $25 in advance, or $30 at the gate. Children 12 and under are free when accompanied by an adult. They are available at both Albertsons stores, and at The History Museum, 422 2nd St. S. Beverages and food will be provided by vendors at the concert site. Concertgoers are invited to bring their own folding chairs or blankets for the outdoor event. Pets and coolers are not allowed. Raffle tickets will be sold for $5 each or six for $25. Prizes include a $500 gift certificate from John’s Jewelers, 100 gallons of free gas from Montana Refining Company, a $200 gift certificate from Eklund’s, and a gift card from Albertsons. Committee members are: Jack and Carol Beckman, co-chairmen; Bonnie Warren, secretary; Sarah Schumacher, treasurer; Dave Wilson and Brad Baker, bands; Patty Rearden, vendors and city liaison; Norma Ashby, sponsors and publicity; Dan Perbil, graphic arts; Dwight Smith, raffle; Heather and Todd Lehman, production; Joyce Madson, volunteers; Mary Ann Kaufman, tickets; Jeff Carr, Farmer’s Market; Tim Shanks, police department liaison. Other committee members are Harry Mitchell, Mike Flaherty, Brad Livingston, Jeanne Pugh and Jim Meinert. The History Museum is dedicated to preserving and promoting the heritage of this area. In the previous seven Bluegrass on the Bay events, more than 7,000 people have attended and over $87,000 has been raised for The History Museum. For more information call 406-452-3462 or go to the event’s website: bluegrassonthebay.com.
Check out the 2009 event and related photos contributed by Jake England and Dan Perbil here. Check out the 2008 event photos here contributed by Dan Perbil here. Return to the 2011 event web page here. For more info please contact: The History Museum
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Children under 12 are free with a paid adult Come visit us at the Great Falls Farmer's Market to buy your event and raffle tickets or stop by our friends below: Tickets are available at:
Both Albertson’s Stores, Kaufmans, Great Falls
Come visit us at the Great Falls Farmer's Market!
Mary Ann gives Christian a "Kaufman Tattoo"! Attendees are reminded to bring their own blankets or lawn chairs. No
coolers or pets are allowed. Or send us an email here: bluegrass@thehistorymuseum.org Many thanks to our Quintet Level - Over $10,000 TRIO Level - $3,000-$4,999 Solo Level - $500-$1,450 |
