Shows
at The Mansion
Orange County Community College
115 South St.
Middletown, NY
PH: 845.343.3049
It's Here!!!!
The Best of the Mansion
Volume One CD
Artists on the CD:
Cliff Eberhardt
Lynn Miles
Patty Larkin
Radoslav Lorkovic
Chris Smither
Susan Werner
Ellis Paul
Harvey Reid
Slaid Cleaves
Karen Savoca
Fred Eaglesmith
David Roth
Jimmy LaFave
Help support The Mansion Series. Let's keep the music alive!!
The Best of the Mansion CD is on sale now for $15 plus
$1.00 for postage.
13 great singer-songwriters, 13 amazing performances, recorded
live in the Mansion. All the artists have donated their
song to the cd. Make check payable to Friends of Music and
send to:
Friends of Music
14 Wilcox Ave.
Middletown, NY 10940
The Mansion Series
Orange County Community College
Morrison Mansion is a Victorian home on the campus of Orange County Community College in Middletown, NY. It is a perfect example of turn-of-the-century architecture with wood carvings, mosaic work, stenciling, ornate fireplaces and a large stained-glass window designed by Louis Tiffany. What a fabulous place for a house concert. On Sundays, bring a homemade dessert or appetizer to share with the others. We’ll meet, greet, and eat an hour before show time. Doors open at 2pm. Music begins at 3pm. Fri./Sat. evening concerts are a no-food show. Doors will open at 7:30 pm. Music begins at 8pm.
Only 60 seats available
Please, no calls before 9am or after 10pm.
Sorry, no refunds unless concert is
canceled or postponed to
another date.
Susan Werner Sunday Oct. 5th ~ 3pm
$22 members / $25 non-members
Susan Werner. With six albums, an active touring career throughout the U.S., and a string of accolades from the likes of the Washington Post, Village Voice, and New Yorker, Susan Werner has become one of the defining artists of folk music. Her eclectic songs, delivered with a sassy wit and classic midwestern charm, slide effortlessly among folk, jazz, and pop genres. With a quick wit and slightly cynical brand of humor, she manages to be both self-deprecating and supremely self-confident. Using the power of her classically trained voice, combined with excellent musicianship and engrossing songs, Werner creates a refreshing rapport with her audiences. Visit her website at SusanWerner.com
"Susan Werner, a clever songwriter and an engaging performer, brings literacy and wit back to popular song."
-- The New Yorker
John McEuen Sunday Oct. 19th ~ 3pm
$30 members / $32 non-members
John McEuen, best known for his work with the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, will grace our small stage in the Mansion. Formed forty years ago, the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band successfully fused traditional American folk music to contemporary rock and country sounds. John has made over 40 albums (6 solo) that have earned 4 platinum and 5 gold recognition awards, Grammy nominations, CMA and ACM awards, and an Emmy nomination. Equal parts comedy routine, history lesson and jaw-dropping display of musical virtuosity, McEuen's concert will indeed impress you. He clearly relishes performing. His own prowess on guitar, banjo, mandolin and fiddle, is balanced by a self-effacing nature and his musical talent. Onstage, McEuen incorporates his vintage instruments with instrumental wizardry that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats. His love for the history of acoustic music and his joy performing live, is evident to all those who see him and hear him . . . there's never a dull moment when McEuen is on!
Visit johnmceuen.comfor more on John.
Tom Rush Sunday November 9th ~ 3pm
$30 members / $35 non-members
Tom Rush first introduced the world to the songs of Joni Mitchell, Jackson Browne, and James Taylor over 30 years ago, and has been captivating audiences throughout the country ever since. Although Tom has experienced success at larger prestigious halls, his talent easily transforms to smaller venues like the Mansion. His distinctive guitar style, wry humor and warm, expressive voice have made him both a legend and a lure to audiences around the world. Bring your vinyl of "The Circle Game" to the show and Tom will gladly put his signature on it. Please reserve early. It won't take long to sell out 60 seats. Visit his website at www.tomrush.com.
Dusty Pascal Saturday November 15th ~ 8pm
$20 members / $22 non-members
We first heard Dusty perform at the Redhouse in Syracuse, NY. Immediately, we were hooked and booked Dusty and his band for a house concert at a friend's lakeside cottage upstate. Dusty Pascal is an unknown in our area, but is hugely popular in central New York. Accompanied by Danny Welch on harmonica and Loren Barrigar on lead guitar, this is one show you will have to trust me on. Dusty's songwriting is inspiring His stories are real-life, and his stage presence is from the heart. Listen to his tunes: www.myspace.com/dustinpascal. It's time you checked out some of the new up-coming artists. We all have our favorites, and Dusty will soon be one of yours.
Satisfaction guaranteed ...
or your money cheerfully refunded.
Janis Ian Sunday November 16th ~ 3pm
$40 members / $45 non-members
Janis Ian was born in south Jersey in 1949. By the time she was three she had begun playing the piano. By the age of ten, she moved on to guitar. At 15, she released her first single, "Society's Child" (about an inter-racial relationship among teenagers) to incredible controversy and praise. The buzz surrounding her first single not only landed her on several television programs, but also scored a Grammy nomination the following year.
In the 1970s, Ian's career continued with great vivacity as she released three albums in a row that met large critical acclaim. The release of her second most popular single "At Seventeen" provoked five Grammy nominations, including two Grammy awards.
In 1993, Ian returned with the release of Breaking Silence which was nominated for a Grammy for Best Folk Album.
Since then, Janis has continued to tour rigorously and release records. She has worked with artists including Dolly Parton, Willy Nelson, and Ani Difranco.
David Roth Sunday November 23rd ~ 3pm
$22 members / $25 non-members
It's the12th annual Sunday before Thanksgiving concert with our dear friend David Roth. David will perform solo this year (perhaps Vito on guitar). Like the turkey feast with all the trimmings, this concert will fill your soul. David's music will make you laugh and cry, lift your spirits and tickle your funny bone. He sells out every year, so please reserve early. For more on David: davidrothmusic.com
Harvey Reid Sat & Sun December 13th & 14th ~ 8pm
$22 members / $25 non-members
If you haven't yet attended Harvey's Christmas Concert in the Mansion, give yourself a early gift of music. Not only is he a master guitarist, but when Harvey takes the autoharp in his hands and plays Silent Night, you will have tears in your eyes. Harvey fills the stage with a variety of other stringed instruments such as a mandolin, bouzouki, and a 12 string guitar; and then will fill the room with beautiful music. He is a traditional troubadour, a modern poet-songwriter, a classical virtuoso with a New England dry humor. The Mansion will be decorated by the local garden clubs and will transform the intimate space into a winter wonderland. Happy holidays to all.