| Saturday,
April 18
10:00 Panakolada –
Steel Drums & Hawaiian Music
There is no more appropriate
place to enjoy the tropical sounds of Panakolada steel drums than on the
Island. Panakolada will provide kick off EarthDays 2009 with style and
tropical sounds.
 12:30
Royal Polynesian Review – Polynesian Dancers
The Royal Polynesia
Review provided by Donna Marie’s School of Dance will make you think your
luau is about to begin. With authentic costumes and island choreography
we will transport you to the Aloha state.
1:30 Trinity 7 – Reggae
& Island Music
Trinity 7 is the best
roots reggae band based in our Tampa Bay area. They believe music should
be a source of inspiration. and this talented group delivers that
in style.
3:30 Juniper
– Celtic & Alternative Folk Music
Juniper weaves a tight
tapestry of haunting melodies and lush harmonies. Sprinkle in some
fiery rhythms and compelling vocals and you have the unique sound which
transports Juniper’s fans to ancient time with jigs, reels & airs then
bring them back with their original Alternative Folk compositions.
4:45 Stumpy Needs Squid
– Band – Acoustic & Electric Flavors
This band cooks up
a unique musical stew using both acoustic and electric flavors. Spiced
with liberal doses of guitar, bass, vocals, mandolin, ukulele, harmonica
and percussion and topped with lyrical insight, it's a recipe for an upbeat
treat that'll keep you coming back for more.
Sunday,
April 19
9:30 John Shaw –Steel
Drum at Kayak Races on the Beach
John is the top percussionist
with the Florida Symphony Orchestra – need we say more.
10:30 Emmet Bondurant
– Bagpiper
The beautiful sounds
of the pipes will welcome EarthDay visitors with a “wee taste of the Scottish
Highlands!”
11:00 John Shaw – Steel
Drum - Florida Orchestra Percussionist
Encore on stage and
watch him make those Steel Drums sing.
12:00 Jim Bement –
Irish & Scottish Music
If you know Flanagan’s
in Dunedin, you will remember the Irish and Scottish tunes of this talented
musician. Let us take you to the Emerald Isle!
1:50 Kay T. Bannon
– Storyteller
Kay will weave tales
and entertain all with her special talent as a renowned Storyteller.
2:05 Mark Mann – Acoustic
& Island Music
Locals follow this
musician to hot spots like Ozona Blue or The Thirsty Marlin to enjoy an
evening of Mark Mann and his Key West style. We bring him back yearly as
a special treat for you!
4:00 Maria Valentine
– Harpist
Maria is a talented
harpist with years of musician performances on the Islands of Hawaii.
After a weekend of fun in the sun – Marie will transport us away with her
extraordinary talent.
Whatever your musical tastes,
we offer an inexpensive way to enjoy a tropical weekend in our own backyard.
Enjoy tasty treats, shop unique vendors, learn about Florida nature and
then relax to the myriad sounds and sights being offered on stage at EarthDays
2009. . Be prepared to be transported to “The Islands” this April
18th and 19th, right here on our own Honeymoon Island.
Eric Pieniak – Event Sound
Engineer
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