Great Shows Coming this January to the Harris Centers
Jan 04, 2017 11:28AM ● By David Norby
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Get The Year Off to a Great Start!
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Sunday, January 8; 2 pm
KIDS HELPING KIDS SACRAMENTO PRESENTS 5TH ANNUAL SIGNATURE GALA
CONCERT AND SILENT AUCTION FEATURING ECHOSMITH WITH SPECIAL GUEST PARACHUTE
There's a reason Kids Helping Kids was named the #1 student-run social entrepreneurial program in the United States - see for yourself at their 5th annual Signature Gala. This year's concert features the indie pop band Echosmith best known for their debut hit "Cool Kids." Proceeds benefit children in need through programs which range from building gardens on elementary school campuses to providing college-bound students in foster care with laptop computers.
Thursday, January 12; 6 pm (Silent Auction) - 7 pm (Performance)
NATIONAL TOUR FAME - THE MUSICAL "LIGHT UP THE SKY LIKE A FLAME!"
It began as an Academy Award-winning film, then an Emmy-winning TV series and then on to the stage as riveting musical theatre - all conceived and developed by David De Silva. FAME is the monumentally popular tale of young artists studying dance, music and theatre while attending the New York High School of the Performing Arts. For some, the pressures of a life on stage are too much; for others, the struggles are many and the triumphs are savory sweet. The last American tour was in 2003 and, as an American classic, it has endured remarkably well. After all - as the song sings so exuberantly - "I'm gonna live forever; Baby remember my name!"
Note: Fame contains some urban street language and therefore the show is not recommended for children under the age of 13.
Friday, January 13 - Sunday, January 15 *Best Availability Friday Night
DRUMLINE LIVE!
DRUMLine Live returns with a brand new show including tributes to Prince and Michael Jackson. Complete with dazzling choreography and explosive percussion, DRUMLine Live is a thrilling spectacle that pays homage to the show-style marching popularized at historically black colleges and universities, while providing a soul-stirring revue of some of America's favorite music. With musical highlights from hip-hop, Top 40, American soul, gospel, jazz and more, the 35-member cast - a world-class ensemble of percussionists, musicians and dancers - takes the audience on a journey infused with colorful, choreographed routines, vibrant costumes, and heavy doses of drum riffs and cadences.
JUST ADDED: The award-winning Grant Union HS Drum Line opens each performance!
Thursday, January 19 - Friday, January 20 *Best Availability Thursday Night
SACRAMENTO BAROQUE SOLOISTS VOICE OF THE CELLO
Sacramento's professional baroque music ensemble is dedicated to creating vibrant, engaging performances of music from the 17th to 19th Centuries, performing works from Uccellini and Gabrielli to Lully, from Vivaldi to Biber and Bach; everything from solo sonatas to Concerto Grossi. For this concert, Sacramento Baroque Soloists' cellists showcase the many facets of the Baroque cello.
Saturday, January 21 & Sunday, January 22
MARK HUMMEL'S ULTIMATE HARMONICA BLOWOUT
Howard Levy, Corky Siegel, Duke Robillard, Jason Ricci, Son of Dave!
For the 26th annual blowout, Mark Hummel has assembled one of his most adventurous Harmonica extravaganzas to date featuring overblow guru Howard Levy (Béla Fleck & The Flecktones, Kenny Rankin), Duke Robillard (Roomful of Blues, Fabulous Thunderbirds, Bob Dylan), Corky Siegel (Siegel-Schwall, Chamber Blues, Chicago Blues Reunion), Jason Ricci (Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Johnny Winter-Grammy winning CD) plus show stopping Canadian harp genius Son of Dave (Crash Test Dummies). A once-in-a-lifetime, eclectic gathering not to be missed!
Saturday, January 21, 2017; 7:30 pm
FOLSOM LAKE COMMUNITY CONCERT ASSOCIATION MELINDA DOOLITTLE
A flawless vocalist with irresistible artistry and effortless style, Melinda Doolittle became a household name on season six of American Idol. Since then, she has wowed audiences from the White House to the Musicians Hall of Fame, from the Kennedy Center to Carnegie Hall. She has performed with music luminaries such as Peter Cetera, Cyndi Lauper, and the renowned Boston Pops Orchestra. "Ms. Doolittle has a voice that inspires trust... a phenomenally gifted, stylistically adroit singer" (New York Times).
Sunday, January 22, 2017; 2 pm
KEYBOARD CONVERSATIONS® with JEFFREY SIEGEL THE SPLENDOR OF SCHUBERT
Pianist Jeffrey Siegel returns for another of his popular "concerts with lively commentary," unique presentations that enrich the listening experience for the avid music lover as well as provide an inviting, instantly accessible introduction to great music for those new to classical music. This time out the focus is on Schubert and some of his beloved melodies: Ave Maria, Serenade, the Trout and Sonata in A, D. 664.
Wednesday, January 25; 7 pm
CARRERA PRODUCTIONS LARRY CARLTON PERFORMING WITH HIS QUARTET
Combining his roots in blues and jazz with a crossover pop rock sensibility, Carlton's unmistakable sound is marked by his signature warm tone, bright melodies and soulful guitar solos. A four-time Grammy-winner, Titan of Tone award recipient and legendary guitar great, Larry Carlton is one of the most influential, prolific and original guitarists in the industry. "The work of his hands speaks grace, passion and timeless knowledge. Listen, learn and be profoundly moved" (Sting).
Friday, January 27; 8 pm
SERGIO MENDES & BRASIL 2017
Producer, composer, keyboardist and vocalist, Sergio Mendes' influence on the music industry has spanned five decades and continues to evolve. One of the most internationally successful and influential Brazilian artists of all time, Mendes has recorded over 40 albums, many of which went gold or platinum, and he's a three-time Grammy® Award winner. A rare opportunity to see him live and up close, in the intimate Harris Center.
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Saturday, January 28; 7:30 pm *Limited Availability. Buy Now!