Lonesome River Band, Nightflyer and The Repeating Arms to Play VTA

By: Oct. 04, 2016
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Victoria Theatre Association continues the UNIVERSAL 1 CREDIT UNION VIC150 MUSIC SERIES with LONESOME RIVER BAND, led by five-time International Bluegrass Music Association Banjo Player of the Year, Sammy Shelor and two Ohio favorites, NIGHTFLYER and THE REPEATING ARMS.

Tickets are on sale now at Ticket Center Stage, by calling 937-228-3630, toll-free 888-228-3630 and online at www.ticketcenterstage.com.

LONESOME RIVER BAND has been one of the most popular bluegrass groups since the 1991 release of their breakout CD, Carrying The Tradition. LONESOME RIVER BAND continues their reputation as one of the most respected names in bluegrass music. Led by five-time International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) Banjo Player of the Year and Virginia Country Music Hall of Famer Sammy Shelor, the group holds a powerhouse line up of award-winning players including vocalist and songwriter Brandon Rickman on guitar, Mike Hartgrove on fiddle, Barry Reed on bass, and RAndy Jones on mandolin and vocals. LONESOME RIVER BAND's enduring career includes 17 albums and numerous awards from IMBA and the Society for the Preservation of Bluegrass Music of America (SPBGMA), including Album of the Year, Bluegrass Band of Year, Vocal Group of the Year, and Song of the Year. Whether performing on the famous stage of the Grand Ole Opry or headlining major concert and festivals, their loyal fans continue to support one of the most loved and most influential acts of our time.

Hailing from Southwestern Ohio, NIGHTFLYER is a perfect blend of contemporary bluegrass with strong traditional roots, a little gospel and just a touch of the blues thrown in - all culminating in a distinctive sound that appeals to all types of bluegrass fans. The band's lead singer and guitarist Richard Propps, consistently receives rave reviews of his powerful vocals (polished by years on the Southern Gospel circuit) and excellent guitar playing. Superb mandolinist and occasional lead vocalist Rick Hayes spent four years touring nationally with the Gibson Brothers and received a coveted Highlight Review from Bluegrass Unlimited for his solo CD, "Fly By Night." Tony Kakaris is the rock solid heartbeat of NIGHTFLYER on the standup bass, lending baritone as well as lead vocals to the group. Tim Jackson adds spice to the mix with his fiery dobro performances, and an occasional baritone and lead as well. Rounding out the sound is Ronnie Stewart, contributing killer banjo, and sweet lyrical tenor and lead vocals. Each individual is outstanding on his own, but this is truly a band that is greater than the sum of its parts.

Dayton's THE REPEATING ARMS try to write songs from the heart; songs that they care about. The four piece produce a progressive, fast driving string band with heavy use of vocal harmonies. Band members Max Nunery and Harold Hensley met in 2012. They were introduced by a mutual friend and set out on a musical journey to create a sonic, folk and dance project. After song writing began, they quickly slid down the slope to creating something more acoustic and roots driven. Upright bass player Chip Pritchard, coming from a long musical history playing in more traditionally based bluegrass groups, brought a brand new element to the table. Songwriting continued and found its way even further into the soil looking for roots. The three worked up several songs and eventually picked five to be released on 2012's Early Drive EP. This EP ranged from sleepy folk and roots rock to ballads and a bit of newgrass. In July 2012 they were looking to expand their sound even more and called up a friend to fill the voids on mandolin and fiddle. Brian Spirk came into the rehearsals with guns blazing, bringing an even deeper taste of traditional playing.

Tickets start at $20 and are on sale now. For tickets call the Ticket Center Stage at (937) 228-3630 or toll free (888) 228-3630, or go online www.ticketcenterstage.com or visit the Box Office located in the Wintergarden of the Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center in downtown Dayton.

For more information about Victoria Theatre Association's 2016-2017 season, visit www.victoriatheatre.com.

Victoria Theatre Association is one of Dayton's premier arts organizations, presenting the Premier Health Broadway Series, the Morris Furniture Company Family Series, the Cool Films series, Projects Unlimited Star Attractions, National Geographic Live, sponsored by Winsupply and The Win Family of Companies, and The Frank M. Tait Foundation Discovery Series, which features curriculum-enhanced Live Theatre productions for school children. In addition to the performances it presents, Victoria Theatre Association also manages the historic Victoria Theatre, the Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center, and the Metropolitan Arts Center, which houses The Loft Theatre. Victoria Theatre Association receives funding from a variety of diverse public, corporate, individual and private sources, including the Montgomery County Arts and Cultural District and the Ohio Arts Council. The Ohio Arts Council and National Endowment for the Arts helped fund this program or organization with state tax dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excellence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans.

 

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