CPCC Halton Theatre at capacity for the TMP
The tradition of excellence continued Saturday night as the Tosco Music Party held its final performance of 2009. Held three times a year, the September performance included 20 different acts from all over the globe.
The event has become a Charlotte institution as well as a 501(c)(3) charity supporting the music arts within the Queen City. Organized and put on by volunteers, with the performers contributing their skills as well, the thousand folks who attended this event were treated to an international music variety show.
During intermission, as well as after the show, the audience were able to gain some one-on-one time with the performers and get autographed copies of CD's and other merchandise. A true benefit of an intimate evening.
The nights performers included:
Host & emcee John Tosco connecting with the audience
After the initial traditional sing-a-long opening, young Timothy Dinsmore kicked the show off in style with his classical guitar with a flare style.
Greensboro based singer-songwriter Mark Kano, accompanied by fellow musician Mike Garrigan, performed a couple of songs from his recent CD release "Walking On Broadway".
From Austin the american roots and blues trio porterdavis really got the house rockin' with a couple of tunes from their self-titled CD released this summer. They also hosted the after-party over at the Evening Muse!
New York City singer-songwriter Lucy Wainwright Roche was next up sharing her vocal talent in a ballad for the audience.
Photos of the Sept '09 Tosco Music Party
Lynhurst, a sibling pop-rock trio from Minneapolis, showed why they are so popular with an upbeat, fresh and energetic sound. It's not common for a trio to feature a female drummer who is also the lead singer - bravo for pulling it off.
Entertainer and musician, Del Rey shared her talents on the resenator silver guitar and ukulele along with a wacky delivery that provides a little comic relief as a compliment.
Critically acclaimed singer-songwriter David Mead came in from Nashville to share a couple of songs from his latest CD, "Almost and Always".
Australian folk country artist Audrey Auld, along with internationally known singer-songwriter and musician, aussie Anne McCue shared humorous lyrics with an awesome and powerful voice.
Americana, classic folk, bluegrass all expertly blended, combined with delivery which is rich in harmonies, is why The Farewell Drifters have met with such success in their debut album, "Sweet Summer Breeze", and fans make them a popular request on Sirius/XM radio.
A well deserved intermission followed and provided about 30 minutes for patrons to refresh themselves and also meet with the artists and get a signed copy of their latest releases. The second half would prove to be even better.
Photos of the Sept '09 Tosco Music Party
Mari, the youngest sibling in the trio named Lynhurst, leads from the drummers seat as the group performed at the Tosco Music Party - Sept 12 2009
Following the TMP sing-a-long bringing back the audience from intermission, an extremely talented local Queen City teenager named Charlotte Parrott shared her powerful voice and songwriting prowess.
The Belmont trio, The Gypsy Three, shared their definition of "guitorchestration".
The blues group Detour, consisting of musicians and TMP volunteers Donna Duncan, Phil Carias, Bill Mann and Dave Holtzclaw, were up next. The did a rockin' blues tune with Donna leading in vocals while paying bass, allowing Phil Carias to put on a lead guitar show that demonstrated technical mastery and the soul of a bluesman.
Sibling trio justincase, accompanied by vocalist Kendall Gurske followed continuing the foot tappiin' rock atmosphere.
Recently playing the drums in the video for Whitney Houston's new single "Million Dollar Bill", singer-songwriter Ben Carroll shared
his vocal abilities with a ballad to which the audience responded enthusiastically.
Internationally acclaimed Australian guitarist Anne McCue demonstrated why she has a spot in the Time-Life release "Four Decades Of Folk Rock".
Photos of the Sept '09 Tosco Music Party
The progressive theme continued as the local Charlotte band Sea Of Cortez took the stage to share an upbeat electric instrumental.
Founding member of Cast Iron Filter, Dustin Egde, performed a solo-tune which showcased his brilliant voice along with acoustic guitar.
Charlotte rock band Transmission Fields showed why they are leaving a positive imprint on the Charlotte music scene. Lee Neitzel, Jason Perkins, Jason Weiss and Neil Hunter combine to produce an engaging rock groove.
The last performance of the evening brought the show to a close with a bang. Out of New York City, Not Waving But Drowning put on a jazz show of unique instrumentation and technical competency with onstage antics and comic delivery.
Following the closing TMP sing-a-long the audience were once again able to chat with the performers, get autographs, CD's, and other merchadise.
A really great night of entertainment featuring a sampling of the artists that make up the eclectic Charlotte music scene.
Photos of the Sept '09 Tosco Music Party
Look forward to the 2010 Tosco Music Parties!
Keepin' it live,
Monty
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