Thanks For The Music

EThree with host Bob Zucker this week featuring Eric Ramsey - Fingerpicking, Bluesy Singer/Songwriter With soaring vocals and organic arrangements, Eric writes from experience about the human condition - at times sensitive, at times humorous, always thought-provoking. His arrangements and delivery encompass a spectrum of styles from delicate fingerpicking to raucous, bluesy bottleneck slide. Among other things, Eric Ramsey is two time champion of the Phoenix Blues Society's Blues Showdown. He has been a semi-finalist at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis, TN and a Finalist in the Telluride Blues Challenge. He’s a past winner of the Stefan George Memorial Songwriting Competition, has been tapped for the prestigious Songwriter's Showcase produced by Tempe Center for the Arts, filmed for PBS distribution, and has been a featured performer multiple years running at the Dripping Springs (TX) Songwriters Festival. Eric's live performances are captivating, entertaining and accessible, and he's a favorite on the Blues and Folk Festival circuits not only for his dynamic performances but for his workshops on slide guitar techniques and tricks. Thursday, June 11 - 7:00pm

NEW THIS WEEK!

The Hit Men

"Classic Rock's Legendary Side Men" The brand new one-hour special that THE HIT MEN - Classic Rock’s unique supergroup of legendary side men - have produced for WSFU PBS in Tallahassee, FL. This dynamic “rockumentary-style” film features concert footage from a sold out March 2020 performance at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall in Fort Myers, FL interspersed with interviews with the five members (who were recipients of the first-ever Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum™ Road Warrior Award). The prestigious Hall of Fame Award was given to them to honor “their years of dedication to the music, and the countless miles that they have traveled in delivering so many hits throughout the world.”

THE HIT MEN recorded and/or performed with the artists whose hits they play in their spectacular multi-media show – some of the biggest names in rock history including Foreigner, Journey, Toto, The Who, The Rascals, 3 Dog Night, Frankie Valli and more. Not only do THE HIT MEN play the hits they helped rocket to the top of the Billboard charts, they also share fascinating backstage stories about their days on the road (and in recording studios) with rock royalty.

Saturday, June 6 - 7:00pm Wednesday, June 10 - 7:00pm

Naturally 7

"The Human Instruments" Berlin Live It is not often that a group of vocalists can literally TAKE YOUR BREATH AWAY. However, NATURALLY 7 does (with ease).

An act like this world-renowned group comes along just once in a lifetime. They guest starred on three world tours with Michael Bublé, one world tour with Coldplay, and won Best Vocal Group last year on CBS-TV’s prime time show World’s Best with James Corden. They perform a mix of Pop, Rock, and R&B tunes….stunningly recreating the sound of a full band using just their voices…which has earned them the reputation as “The Human Instruments.”

Sunday, June 7 - 7:00pm One Night in Memphis Presley, Perkins, Lewis, Cash This high energy production takes you back to December 4, 1956, the night when four of the biggest names in early rock and roll -- Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis and Johnny Cash – gathered together for an impromptu jam session at the legendary Sun Studios in Memphis. This tribute to that memorable night features nationally acclaimed cast members who have an uncanny sound, look and feel of the original legends; the production also features an authentic and energetic rockabilly backup band. You will feel as though you are there to witness a rock and roll royalty jam session with the legendary performers whose music has stood the test of time. Friday, June 12 - 7:00pm Music of the Moody Blues Gordy Marshall, the drummer of the iconic band for 25 years, hosts with a band made up of some of England's best studio musicians. If you love the Moody Blues, you will enjoy learning more about them from someone who was part of the group for a quarter century. Gordy's new band called "Go Now" recreates the music and pays tribute to this Rock and Roll Hall of Fame group.

Monday, June 8 - 7:00pm

Lee Rocker The Stray Cat LEE ROCKER made his mark singing, playing, standing on, spinning and rocking his giant upright bass as a founding member of the Grammy-nominated Rockabilly-revival music group, the STRAY CATS, who sold over 10 Million albums and had 23 Gold and Platinum-certified records worldwide! Two years ago, Lee and his all-star band were invited by Daryl Hall (of Hall and Oates) to perform an intimate listening-room show at the world-famous New York venue, Daryl’s House….and we are fortunate that the full performance was captured on film! Tuesday, June 9 - 7:00pm

Rhythm of the North A 7-10 Minute Program for Grades 2-6 Entertainer Johnny B. combines two passions – piano and nature – into a lively and fun show that includes spectacular images, and sizzling piano with genuine examples of sensitive environmental issues centered around his home in Homer, Alaska. Episode 1 - Run Gypsy Run - Monday, June 8 - 8:00am, 12:00pm Episode 2 - Bay of Fundy - Wednesday, June 10 - 8:00am, 12:00pm Catapult

Magic Shadows Episode 1 - Four Seasons We are thrilled to bring you Episode #1 in the 3-part series from the acclaimed production, CATAPULT Magic Shadows. This episode contains their dance piece called 'Four Seasons' which celebrates the beauty of nature. This piece is followed by a Shadow Play Tutorial, which shows viewing families how to make a shadow animal and demonstrates the skill and artistry of the Catapult dancers. Tuesday, June 9 - 9:00am, 1:00pm

Thursday, June 11 - 9:00am, 1:00pm

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