2012
September
Saturday, September 8th 1:00-3:00pm
The Swingin' Vermont Big Band
Church Street Marketfest, Top Block of Church Street
Rainsite: Halverson's Upstreet Cafe
We are back for another fantastic concert/dance at the top of Church Street in Burlington! Bring your dancing shoes as there is plenty of room to kick it up on the street! Best of all... it's FREE! Keep your eye on http://churchstmarketplace.com/events/marketfest.html from more information!
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Past Dates:
December
Friday, December 31 8:00-12:00am
The Swingin' Vermont Big Band
The Town Hall Theater, Middlebury Vermont
New Year's Eve Celebration with The Swingin'
Vermont Big Band and Mr. Jon Penick as well as other
special guests! Come ring in the New Year in style
with us at this very special event!
Get your tickets right now at:
September
Saturday, September 11 1:00-3:00pm
The Swingin' Vermont Big Band
Church Street Marketfest, Top Block of Church Street
Rainsite: Halverson's Upstreet Cafe
We are back for another fantastic concert/dance at the top of Church Street in Burlington! Bring your dancing shoes as there is plenty of room to kick it up on the street! Best of all... it's FREE! Keep your eye on http://churchstmarketplace.com/events/marketfest.html from more information!
August
Wednesday, August 11 6:00-7:30pm
The Rich Don on the Hill Jazz Trio
Green Mountain Coffee Roasters' Music on the Porch
Visitors Center, Cafe and Amtrack Train Station
1 Rotarian Place, Waterbury, VT 05676
(800) 545-2326
Don Schabner: Guitar/vocals
Jeremy Hill: Bass
Rich Magnuson: Drums
DIRECTIONS:
Take Exit 10 off I-89. Go south on Route 100 and turn left into downtown Waterbury. At the second traffic light (Park Row), turn left. The Train Station is on the right, behind Rusty Parker park.
July
Wednesday, July 14 6:00-7:30pm
The Rich Don with a Rose Jazz Trio
Green Mountain Coffee Roasters' Music on the Porch
Visitors Center, Cafe and Amtrack Train Station
1 Rotarian Place, Waterbury, VT 05676
(800) 545-2326
Don Schabner: Guitar/vocals
Justin Rose: Bass
Rich Magnuson: Drums
DIRECTIONS:
Take Exit 10 off I-89. Go south on Route 100 and turn left into downtown Waterbury. At the second traffic light (Park Row), turn left. The Train Station is on the right, behind Rusty Parker park.
Saint Michael's Playhouse, Colchester, Vermont
EVENINGS: 8:00 p.m. July 27–31, August 3–7
MATINEES: 2:00 p.m. July 31, August 7
Always Patsy Cline
Always...Patsy Cline is based on the true story of the legendary country singer’s unlikely friendship with a Houston housewife, Louise Seger. This smash-hit musical and Playhouse favorite offers old fans and new ones a chance to see, through Louise’s eyes, the American original and dazzling star that was Patsy Cline. An intimate look at the woman behind the legend, as only a true friend could tell it, filled with all of Patsy’s greatest hits including Anytime, Walkin’ After Midnight, I Fall To Pieces, She’s Got You, Sweet Dreams and Crazy.
Written and originally directed by Ted Swindley
Based on a true story
Directed and Choreographed by Keith Andrews
Music Directed by Randal Pierce.
Featuring SVBB bandleader Rich Magnuson, Drums. The band also includes SVBB subs James O'Halloran, Guitar, and Justin Rose, bass. Along with Brad Reid, Fiddle, and Brent Lemeir, Pedal Steel.
June
Saturday, June 12 5:00-8:00pm
The Cordial Quintet
Leunig's Bistro
115 Church St
Burlington, VT 05401
(802) 863-3759
Charlie MacFadyen: Accordion
Don Schabner: Guitar
Mark Van Gulden: Vibes
Will Patton: Bass
Rich Magnuson: Drums
Saturday, June 26 5:00-8:00pm
The Cordial Quintet
Burlington Wine & Food Festival
Burlington's Waterfront
Burlington, VT 05401
Phone: (802) 864-6674
Charlie MacFadyen: Accordion
Don Schabner: Guitar
Mark Van Gulden: Vibes
Will Patton: Bass
Rich Magnuson: Drums
Meet The Vintners at Two Four Hour Wine Tasting Sessions under Tents in Burlington's Waterfront Park Showcasing 350 Fine Wines. Celebrity Vinters, Master Sommeliers & Noted Chefs will conduct Seminars, taste Vermont Artisan Breads & Cheeses and food items from eight area restaurants. Admission is $40 Per Person - Includes 15 Wine Tastings, A Souvenir Wine Glass, Food Coupon, Food & Wine Seminars, A Selection of Vermont Artisan Breads & Cheeses Accompanied by Jazz with The Cordial Quintet.
April
Saturday, April 10 6:00pm - Midnight
The Swingin' Vermont Big Band
Silver & Blue Gala
for VT Make A Wish Foundation
Sheraton Hotel, Burlington
Believe in the magic of a wish.
Join us for a magical evening as we celebrate 20 years of making wishes come true for Vermont children living with life-threatening medical conditions. This black-tie event encompasses a night of dinner, dancing and fantastic silent & live auctions.
Master of Cermonies: Tim Kavanagh
Special Guest: actor Luis Guzman
Music by: The Swingin’ Vermont Big Band
Sponsorship Oppotunities
Silver Sponsor - $1,000
Gold Sponsor - $2,500
Platinum Sponsor - $5,000
Media Sponsor - $7,500
V.I.P. Reception Sponsor - $10,000
Founders Fund Sponsor - $20,000
Ticket Sales
$100 each
For more information and ticket sales, please call VT Make A Wish at 802.864.9393.
September
Saturday, September 12 2:00-4:00pm
The Swingin' Vermont Big Band
Church Street Marketfest, Top Block of Church Street
Rainsite: Halverson's Upstreet Cafe
We are back for another fantastic concert/dance at the top of Church Street in Burlington! Bring your dancing shoes as there is plenty of room to kick it up on the street! Best of all... it's FREE! Keep your eye on http://churchstmarketplace.com/events/marketfest.html from more information!
August
Wednesday, August 26 5:30-8:30pm
Green Mountain Coffee Roasters' Music on the Porch
33 Coffee Lane, Waterbury, VT 05676
(800) 545-2326
Don Schabner: Guitar/vocals
John Rivers: Bass
Rich Magnuson: Drums
DIRECTIONS:
Take Exit 10 off I-89. Go south on Route 100 and
turn left into downtown Waterbury.
July
Wednesday, July 8 5:30-8:30pm
Green Mountain Coffee Roasters' Music on the Porch
33 Coffee Lane, Waterbury, VT 05676
(800) 545-2326
Mark Van Gulden: Vibes
Justin Rose: Bass
Rich Magnuson: Drums
DIRECTIONS:
Take Exit 10 off I-89. Go south on Route 100 and
turn left into downtown Waterbury.
Friday, July 24 8:00-10:00pm
The Swingin' Vermont Big Band
Barre Heritage Festival, Community National Bank Stage, City Hall Park
We are back for another fantastic concert/dance in the heart of Barre, performing on the CNB Stage in City Hall Park. Bring your dancing shoes
as there is plenty of room on the streets and on the grass! This is one of
the few opportunities to see The Swingin' Vermont Big Band play a public performance this summer! Best of all... it's FREE!
Visit this website for more information on the festival:
Saint Michael's Playhouse, Colchester, Vermont
Breaking Up is Hard To Do
Tuesday, July 28 – Saturday, August 8
June
Wednesday, June 10 5:30-8:30pm
Green Mountain Coffee Roasters' Music on the Porch
33 Coffee Lane, Waterbury, VT 05676
(800) 545-2326
Don Schabner: Guitar/vocals
John Rivers: Bass
Rich Magnuson: Drums
with Special Guest Tiffany Pfeiffer on Vocals!
DIRECTIONS:
Take Exit 10 (Waterbury/Stowe) off I-89. Turn right off (southbound) ramp to
Rt 2. Turn left on Rt 2 for .4 mi (thru 1 traffic light at Stowe Street),
turn left at 2nd light onto Foundry Street. The Station is after the green.
Saint Michael's Playhouse, Colchester, Vermont
DAMES AT SEA
Tuesday, June 16 – Saturday, June 27
May
Wednesday, May 20 7:30pm - 10:30pm
Parima: 185 Pearl St., Burlington 864-7917
The Tom Cleary Trio
featuring:
Tom Cleary: Piano
John Rivers: Bass
Rich Magnuson: Drums
Saturday, May 30, 2009 at 4:30 pm
McCarthy Arts Center, Saint Michael’s College, Colchester, VT
ESSEX CHILDREN’S CHOIR
presents
"Shuffle Along"
A Musical Journey from Bach to Broadway
Program Highlights:
Bach, Schubert, Kodály, Blues, Disney on Broadway
Guest Artists:
Tom Cleary: Piano, Rick Presson: Bass and Rich Magnuson: Drums
Tickets available through the Flynn Regional Box Office
86-FLYNN or www.flynntix.org
April
Tuesday, April 14 8:30pm - 10:30pm
Parima: 185 Pearl St., Burlington 864-7917
Emily Day's Tuesday Night Jazz Jam featuring
UVM Vocal and Instrumental Jazz Studies Students
The House Band is:
Emily Day: Vocals/Host
Peter Krag: Piano
Josh Weinstein: Bass
Rich Magnuson: Drums
Tuesday, April 28 8:30pm - 10:30pm
Parima: 185 Pearl St., Burlington 864-7917
Emily Day's Tuesday Night Jazz Jam featuring
UVM Vocal and Instrumental Jazz Studies Students
The House Band is:
Emily Day: Vocals/Host
Peter Krag: Piano
Josh Weinstein: Bass
Rich Magnuson: Drums
March
Tuesday, March 17 8:30pm - 10:30pm
Parima: 185 Pearl St., Burlington 864-7917
Emily Day's Tuesday Night Jazz Jam featuring
UVM Vocal and Instrumental Jazz Studies Students
The House Band is:
Emily Day: Vocals/Host
Randy Pierce: Piano
Josh Weinstein: Bass
Rich Magnuson: Drums
Tuesday, March 31 8:30pm - 10:30pm
Parima: 185 Pearl St., Burlington 864-7917
Emily Day's Tuesday Night Jazz Jam featuring
UVM Vocal and Instrumental Jazz Studies Students
The House Band is:
Emily Day: Vocals/Host
Peter Krag: Piano
Josh Weinstein: Bass
Rich Magnuson: Drums
December
Wednesday, December 31 10:00pm - 1:00am
New Year's Eve Gala at
The Stowe Mountain Lodge at Spruce Peak
featuring:
Emily Day: Vocals
Tom Cleary: Piano
Don Schabner: Guitar
John Rivers: Bass
Rich Magnuson: Drums
www.stowemountainlodge.com
November
Wednesday, November 5th thru 8th
and continuing November 13th thru 16th, 2008
UVM Theatre Presents CABARET.
UVM Theatre brings the wild and wicked musical to the Royall Tyler Theatre! Featuring a seven piece orchestra lead by musical director Tom Cleary. With John Rivers on bass and Rich Magnuson on Drums.
Information and tickets available at (802) 656-2094
or www.uvmtheatre.org
October
Saturday, October 25 7:00pm
Bob Gagnon and Friends
Concert for Diabetes
at The Vergennes Opera House
Featuring:
Jon Baumann, Bill Carmichael, Steve Sawyer,
Andy Smith, Rich Magnuson and many more!
September
Saturday, September 6 2:00-4:00pm
The Swingin' Vermont Big Band
Church Street Marketfest, Top Block of Church Street
We are back for another fantastic concert/dance at the top of Church Street in Burlington! Bring your dancing shoes as there is plenty of room to kick it up on the street! Best of all... it's FREE! Keep your eye on http://churchstmarketplace.com/events/marketfest.html from more information!
July
Saturday, July 26 1:45-3:30pm
The Swingin' Vermont Big Band, 11pc.
Barre Homecoming, Top of Main Street Stage
We are back for another fantastic concert/dance in the heart of Barre. We will be performing on the Main Street Stage. Bring your dancing shoes as there is plenty of room on the street and in the park! We will be performing with a lean and mean 11 piece big band machine consisting of the finest musicians in the state! Best of all... it's FREE!
Visit this website for more information on Homecoming:
The ALL-STAR SVBB will consist of:
Pete Giancola: Alto Sax (Satin and Steel)
Brian McCarthy: Tenor Sax (Clark Terry Big Band, Grippo Funk)
Andy Miskavage: Bari Sax (CVU Band Director)
Andrew Moroz: Trombone (Trey Anastacio, Grippo Funk)
Glendon Ingles: Trumpet (former Barre-ite, Onion River Jazz Band)
Jack Phipps: Trumpet (fresh from jail)
Cathryn Gaylord: Piano (Hart School of Music, St Mike's Playhouse)
John Rivers: Bass (Arturo Sanduval, University of Vermont, JSC).
Steve Blair: Guitar (Freefall, SB Septet, Head of JSC Jazz Program)
Rich Magnuson: Drums (Fearless ringleader)
Emily Day: Vocals (BatBoy, UVM, JSC, SMC)
June
Saint Michael's Playhouse, Colchester, Vermont
Tuesday, June 17 - Saturday, June 28, 2008
Barnum the musical
The high-flying Broadway musical based
on the amazing life of Phineas Taylor Barnum.
Music by Cy Coleman
Lyrics by Michael Stewart
Book by Mark Bramble
Directed and choreographed by Keith Andrews
Music Directed by Tom Cleary
Featuring SVBB members Rich Steele, Trumpet and bandleader Rich Magnuson, Drums. The pit also includes SVBB subs Tony Pietricola, clarinet. Catheryn Gaylord, winds, and Justin Rose, bass.
The creative team that produced Playhouse blockbusters Pirates of Penzance, Big River, and Suds, reunites to present the Tony-Award winning tale of the legendary showman Phineas Taylor Barnum. With thrilling circus performers, slapstick clowns, circus-ring staging and buoyant songs, Barnum is a perfect show for the entire family.
Visit St. Mike's Playhouse website for more info at:
http://academics.smcvt.edu/playhouse/season.htm
May
Saturday, May 17, 7:00pm
The Swingin' Vermont Big Band
Casablanca Ball
Stowe Education Fund hosts a Premiere Event
to Open the Tamarack Ballroom at the magnificent
Stowe Mountain Lodge
Saturday, May 17, 2008 5pm
$100 pp $950 for Table of 10
After April 15th ticket prices will be: $125 pp
$1,200 for Table of 10
Preferred Seating Reservations for Tables of 10
are currently being accepted and are booking quickly.
(802) 253-9300.
For further details, visit their website at: http://www.stoweeducationfund.org
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February
Concerts for Clancy
Our good friend, Matt Clancy passed away unexpectedly this past October. To celebrate Matt and his music we are performing two concerts in his memory. All proceeds of these performances will go to his wife and their two children.
Saturday, February 2 8:00pm
Elley-Long Music Center
223 Ethan Allen Avenue, Fort Ethan Allen
This concert will feature:
Steve Blair and a Saxophone Summit
with Brian McCarthy, Chris Peterman and Michael Zsoldos
Bob Gagnon's Gypsy Swing Band
Colin McCaffrey and friends
The Nouveau Swing Quartet
and
The Swingin' Vermont Big Band
The February 2nd PDF concert poster is posted here:
Follow the link, select "Click Here To Download" - Simple!
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Saturday, February 9 7:30pm
Crossett Brook Middle School, Waterbury/Duxbury
5672 VT Route 100
Duxbury, Vermont
This concert will feature:
UVM Quintet - 5 Guys Named Chris
with Harwood grads Chris Markley, Chris Barosky, and Chris Waldo
Bob Gagnon's Gypsy Swing Band
The Nouveau Jazz Quartet
Allison Mann and friends
Colin McCaffrey and even more friends
The Vermont Jazz Ensemble
and
The Swingin' Vermont Big Band
with Ms. Emily Day
Tickets will be $10.00 at the door.
Please help us spread the word!
Contact richsvbb@yahoo.com with questions.
The February 9th PDF concert poster is posted here:
Follow the link, select "Click Here To Download" - Simple!
See pictures of Matt Clancy and
The Swingin' Vermont Big Band here:
