So how do you help him get excited about playing music again? The answer is simple, and this time of the year in this part of the state...sometimes FREE! Take him to see a live concert or two. In this area, there are two concert series I would recommend: Cranberry Coast Concerts and The Onset Summer of Love Concert Series.
Cranberry Coast Concerts is a festival of classical music presented at three local venues at a very low cost. Run by Kirk Whipple and Marilyn Morales, Cranberry Coast Concerts showcase local artists of the classical vein. There is a fee associated with this concert series. I have a few free passes at Music of the Bay. Below is a review of one of the concerts last season from a local concert-goer.
"Excellet night!"Review posted by: Palom Picasso from Wareham, MA
What a night! The concert had a variation of pieces. From Ragtime to Sinatra to some pieces arranged by Kirk Whipple that included Chopin and even Grieg. I have to say that if you are bored, you really need to get to this concert!
The Summer of Love Concert Series is organized by a friend of mine, Kat Jones. This series takes place on Wednesday evenings from 6:30-9:30 at the Onset Bandshell. In the case of inclement weather, head down the road a piece and see the show at the Onset VFW. Here is the line-up.
June 26th-Grace Morrison & The RSO
July 3rd-Groovy Afternoon-A Tribute to the Woodstock Era
July 10th-Hollow Tree
July 17th-Mark Cutler & The Men of Great Courage
July 24th-Forever Young-A Tribute to Neil Young
July 31st-The Nowheremen-A Beatles Tribute
August 7th-The Paradise Rock Band
August 14th-The Peacheaters
August 21st-The Shaun England Band
August 28th-Heartbreaker-A Led Zeppelin Experience
See you in the audience!
