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June 10

LEANN RIMES

w/Special Guest The Wolff Sisters

LeAnn Rimes
is an international multi-platinum selling acclaimed singer and ASCAP award winning songwriter who has sold more than 48 million units globally, won 2Grammy® Awards; 12 Billboard Music Awards; 2 World Music Awards; 3Academy of Country Music Awards; 2Country Music Association Awards and one Dove Award. At 14, Rimes won “Best New Artist” making her the youngest solo artist to take home a Grammy® Award.

The Wolff Sisters
is fronted by three sisters - Rebecca on acoustic guitar, Kat on the keys, Rachael on electric guitar, and all three on lead vocals and harmonies. New England Music Awards Winner for Americana Artist of the Year 2021 and Boston Music Award winner for Americana Artist of the Year 2020.

 July 1

MICHAEL FRANTI & SPEARHEAD

w/Special Guest Arrested Development

Michael Franti
is a globally recognized musician, humanitarian, activist, and award-winning filmmaker revered for his high-energy live shows, inspiring music, devotion to health and wellness, worldwide philanthropic efforts, and the power of optimism. Throughout his multi-decade career, Franti has earned three Billboard No. 1’s with triumphantly hopeful hits “Sound of Sunshine,” “Say Hey (I Love You)” and “I Got You,” as well as six Top 30 Hot AC singles, nine Top 25 AAA Singles and three Billboard Top 5 Rock Albums.

Arrested Development
was formed in 1988 by rapper and producer Todd Thomas (“Speech”) and turntablist Timothy Barnwell (known as Headliner). The group won two Grammy Awards in 1993 for Best New Artist, making them the first hip hop artist to win this award, and Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group, and were named Band of the Year by Rolling Stone.

July 16

BAILEN / GOODNIGHT BLUE MOON/ REBECCA MCCARTNEY

BAILEN’s
debut record, Thrilled to Be Here, was released on Fantasy Records and produced by Grammy-winning producer, John Congleton (St. Vincent, The War on Drugs). Rolling Stone Magazine’s review of Thrilled to Be Here wrote “Bailen conjures CS&N, Fleetwood Mac and TLC on an impressive debut” and their song “I Was Wrong” reached the top 10 on Billboard’s Adult Alternative Chart.

Goodnight Blue Moon
Blends rich vocal harmonies with lush orchestrations to create a sound that is steeped in tradition, yet entirely current. GNBM is known for its energetic, honest, and dynamic live performances, & was awarded Best Roots Act in the 2016 New England Music Awards.

Rebecca McCartney
is a rising multi-genre indie artist born and bred in NYC. Celebrating eclectic influences ranging from jazz to folk to classic soul and indie rock, McCartney’s ethereal grooves cannot be confined to a genre. McCartney’s reflective lyrics and edgy, urban arrangements come alive in shows with her NYC-based band.

FREE CONCERTS

NEW ENGLAND MUSIC CAMP’S FREE WEEKLY PERFORMANCES

Faculty Recitals
June 29, July 6, July 13, August 3 (8pm)7:30 pm | Alumni Hall

Student Honor Recitals
July 8, July 15, July 20, July 227:30 pm | Alumni Hall

Musical Theatre Showcase
July 21 – 7:30 pm | Alumni Hall

Weekend Concerts
July 2, July 3, July 10, July 16, July 17,July 23, July 243:00 pm | Bowl in the Pines

NEMC Intensive/Prelude Showcase
August 7 – 3:00 pm | Bowl in the Pines

Chamber Music Intensive Recitals
*New Compositions from our Composition Intensive will be performed at each!
August 5 – 3:00pm | Alumni Hall
August 5 – 7:00pm | Alumni Hall
August 6 – 3:00pm | Alumni Hall

Jazz Intensive Performance
August 5 – 9:00pm | Bowl in the Pines

Prelude Strings Concert
August 6 – 2:00pm | Bowl in the Pines

Musical Theater Intensive Showcase
August 6 – 8:00pm | Alumni Hall

Faculty Concerts
June 9 – 7:30pm – FLHSI | Alumni Hall
June 9 – 7:30pm – MCMS | Alumni Hall
June16 – 7:30pm – FLHSI Faculty &Guest Artist | Alumni Hall

Student Recitals
June 11 – 7:30 pm – FLHSI | Theatre Arts
June 12 – 7:30 pm – FLHSI | Theatre Arts
June 19 – 7:30 pm – FLHSI (Final Recital #1)Theatre Arts
June 19 – 7:30 pm – MCMS (Final Recital #1)Theatre Arts
June 20 – 3:00 pm – MCMS (Final Recital #2)Alumni Hall
June 20 – 7:30pm – FLHSI (Final Recital #2)Theatre Arts
June 20 – 7:30pm – MCMS (Final Recital #3)Theatre Arts

Guest Artists
June 13 – 7:30 pm – Claire Chase | Alumni Hall
June 16 – 7:30pm – FLHSI Faculty & Guest Artist, Dr. Noa Even | Alumni Hall
June 18 – 7:30 pm – The Horszowski TrioAlumni Hall

Snow Pond Community Arts School
The only music school within 30 miles offering both private lessons and group instruction with the area’s finest teachers, whose expertise ranges from classical strings to piano, rock guitar and Caribbean steel drums
Contact: Christine Durgin, 207-465-9648 ext.804

SUPPORT

THANK YOU TO OUR ‘22 SEASON SPONSORS

Snow Pond relies on the generosity of patrons like you whose gifts help deliver high quality performances and cultural experiences for all. Your support also allows Snow Pond to continue to offer innovative arts programming to children & teens in our community at our partnership locations including The South End Teen Center, The Boys and Girls Club of Kennebec Valley, and the Kennebec Valley YMCA. Your gift underscores your belief in Snow Pond’s exploration of the best of human values and the enrichment of life. Snow Pond Center for the Arts is a 501(C)(3) organization.

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