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LIVE MUSIC AND EVENTS SCHEDULE We feature live concerts by an eclectic line-up of singers and musicians, as well as other special events. Check our schedule below for upcoming concerts and other special events. | |||||||
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JANUARY Saturday January 1 – Happy New Year! CHCC closed today. Open Sunday @ 8:30 a.m.!
Friday January 7 – Nyeemah McDonald is back! Nyeemah’s music is an amalgamation of lyrics, tones, and energies, a blend of elements that touch on a universal language from spoken word to driving Afro-Cuban percussion to Tibetan chants, jazz, blues, hip hop, and more.
Saturday January 8 -- Wild Carrot and the Roots Band are back Wild Carrot and the Roots Band is Pam Temple (vocals, guitar, concertina), Spencer Funk (vocals, guitar, mandolin), Brenda Wolfersberger (vocals, upright bass) and Brandt Smith (vocals, banjo, Dobro). This quartet brings joy and energy to their unique mix of American Roots music, touching on Bluegrass, Country, swinging Jazz, Modern Folk and Celtic music. Great energy, great harmonies and great connection with an audience. ALL WEEK! JAN. 11 THRU JAN. 16! HELP US CELEBRATE OUR 5TH ANNIVERSARY WEEK! LOOK FOR ALL THE SPECIALS IN THE SHOP!
Friday January 14 – Tracy Walker headlines Night #1 of Our 5th Anniversary Weekend! For over a decade Tracy has been at the forefront of Cincinnati's music scene. This award-winning artist's staying power is evident at first glance - a songwriter, multi-instrumentalist with a belting alto and with a style that sits at the crossroads of Jazz, Blues, Folk, and Rock. She has shared the stage with Joe Cocker, Holly Near, Antigone Rising, Indigo Girls, Trina Hamlin and many others. She was named Best Singer/Songwriter and Best Folk Artist by Cincinnati's CityBeat. She was also awarded two CAMMY's, the Cincinnati Enquirer Pop for Best Solo Act and Best Folk/Bluegrass Vocalist and Best Local Musician in CityBeat's Best Of Cincinnati reader's poll.
Saturday January 15 -- Chris Collier – headlines Night #2 of our 5th Anniversary Weekend! Encore performance! Critically acclaimed Cincinnati song writer and modern folk artist, Chris Collier brings her very special sound to this performance. Her music is sophisticated and her lyrics personal. Her unique voice and songwriting skills have gained her a wide and loyal following throughout the Midwest. Chris has received two Cincinnati Entertainment Award Nominations for Best Singer-Songwriter; and a Cammy Award for BEST Folk Vocalist. Her latest CDs are “Over 20” and “The Road Home.”
Friday January 21 -- Greg and Craig return Greg and Craig return to the CHCC bringing their latest renditions of your favorite tunes by the Beatles, Springsteen, Marvin Gaye, Dylan, and many more. Join in the fun and sing along. Greg, a former member of Starstruck, a local 70’s Oxford band known for the hit, ‘Black Betty’, mixes his percussion with Craig’s acoustic guitar and vocals. Enjoy the delicious food, warm drinks, and hot music as Greg and Craig play some sweet memories for you.
Saturday January 22 -- Betsy Lippitt returns From Old English Ballads to Jazz and everywhere in between, accompanied or acapella, her songs are thoroughly memorable. “Her solo concert is a multi-faceted tour-de-force.” (Canal Street News, Dayton, Ohio) The San Francisco Bay Times once wrote: “Betsy sings as wide as she smiles.” For added excitement, Betsy is now “plugged-in”. Don’t miss this. Her voice, violin and guitar have never sounded as ethereal as they do now that she can echo through an effects pedal before she echoes into your ears.
Friday January 28 -- Mary Kroner Sit and relax to Mary’s witty and insightful musings, brilliant observations and clever deliveries of original music all while sipping a delicious coffee drink and feasting on any number of yummy treats.
Saturday January 29 -- Just Earth featuring Jamie Fota, Paulette Meier, and Len Webb Jamie Fota and Paulette Meier have both been performing songs of peace, freedom, social justice, and earth sustainability for over 20 years. Paulette and Jamie have appeared as soloists and have also performed together. Jamie’s CD, Out of the Silence, is an eclectic mix of original songs celebrating personal growth and spirituality. Paulette has two recordings, Harmony for Social Justice (with Ginny Frazier), and Come Join the Circle: LessonSongs for Peacemaking, an award-winning collection of original children’s songs. Paulette and Jamie are currently performing with Len Webb (winds, percussion and vocals) and sometimes other friends as “Just Earth”.
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FEBRUARY Friday February 4 -- Anna Beljin She’s back – the college co-ed with the Broadway-ready pipes! It’s an encore performance for Anna with her dad, Milovan, playing backup guitar. Enjoy their performance of new, classic, blues, rock and country! They’ve performed at the Queen City Balladeers concerts and other local festivals and concerts and a variety of other venues. She’s got a voice that will blow you away! Total talent with acoustic guitar and vocal pop/folk music. Anna is a big favorite at College Hill Coffee Co. – be here and you’ll see why! Saturday February 5 -- Davis & Leigh “Davis & Leigh” is the duo of Mark Davis (vocals and guitar) and Steve Leigh (vocals, bass, and guitar). They perform an entertaining, acoustic mix of songs both old and newer, as well as a few original tunes. Mark has been gigging in various incarnations for the past twenty years with such groups as The Pruett-Davis Group. The Somebody Club and currently with 99iQ, a band that both Mark and Steve play with. Steve has been playing in the Cincinnati area since the ‘70s in such bands as Bluestone Ivory and Stage Door Johnny.
Friday February 11 -- Dinah Devoto and Pat Kennedy Dinah Devoto has found the musical outlet that is closest to her Owensboro roots – she’s tapped into something real – and that’s her new partnership with Pat Kennedy and their acoustic Americana and Bluegrass. Dinah and Pat met through some mutual, leisure musician friends who play some fine Bluegrass around the kitchen table on Sunday afternoons. Their commitment to music found them practicing together more often and harmonizing like the “Nashville cats.” Pat brings a strong Bluegrass repertoire, some John Prine, Leo Kotke and songs pulled from a varied musical background. Pat learned some Gillian Welch tunes and had Iris DeMent already under his belt. Dinah’s learned some of Pat’s favorite Bluegrass tunes. She’ll belt out a couple of acapella old time favorites and still keeps Patty Griffin tunes close to her heart to share.
Saturday February 12 -- Those Guys Those Guys are back and burning up the oldies! Mostly new material plus some of your all-time favorites! College Hill Coffee Co. favorites! They always pack the house and create a lively night of entertainment -- great tunes from the 60s, 70s and 80s, and back with the memories, the harmonies and the fun of your favorite decades. Pals and singers since their days among the very first Aiken HS classes, they’ll have you reminiscing and wanting to sing along.
Friday February 18 – Shiny and the Spoon 2009 CEA nominated Shiny and The Spoon (Amber Nash and Jordan Neff) just released their debut cd. Shiny and the Spoon gives off the warmth and intimacy of the likes of Johnny Cash and June Carter, with a sense of humor that creates a wonderfully fun live show. Their originals are soulful, clever, and laced with hints of Patsy Cline, Gram Parsons, Elvis Costello, and Tom Waits. They recently performed at Cincinnati's Midpoint Music Fest 2009 and the 2009 BRINK New Music Showcase and were nominated for a 2009 Cincinnati Entertainment Award for New Artist of the Year.
Saturday February 19 -- Ryan Adcock Ryan’s a native Cincinnatian who been making quite a name for himself across the nation and in several foreign countries! He’s a favorite of ours and we couldn’t be happier that he’s finally taken a short break from touring and running marathons and is here to entertain you! He’s been voted “Best Rock Vocalist” and “Best Singer-Songwriter” in Cincinnati. Whether you call it folk-rock, indi-rock or rockin’ folk, Ryan pounds it out and tells a story – funny, sad or soulful – his music hits the emotions, and creates the excitement as only the great ones do. In 2002, Ryan made an impressive debut on Mitch Albom’s nationally syndicated radio show, playing to nearly 2.5 million listeners. He likes small coffee shops, too! And he’s great in any venue. His debut CD, “From Silence and Joy,” is a best-seller.
Friday February 25 -- Wild Mountain Berries Wild Mountain Berries are a rock'n duet -- Bryan and Emily "Roxy" Westerman -- who have been writing and performing their own original music since they met in 2007. Their sound is a mix of americana, folk, blues, jazz, country and rock'n roll with a beautiful vocal blend. They have just released their debut album in April 2010 to high acclaim.
Saturday February 26 – Raison D’etre – “Reason for Being” Three women who know their reason for being are coming to share their pure Kentucky blend (as in vocal.) RAISON D'ETRE, the award-winning folk trio from Northern Kentucky, will add a little jive to your java as they perform original tunes, a cappella swing, and covers of song writers like Neil Young, Joni Mitchell, Jesse Winchester, and Dolly Parton. Their sound has been described by CITYBEAT as "some of the best three-part harmony singing you'll likely ever hear." Violet Rae, Vickie and Roberta back themselves on guitar, banjo, keyboard, and six-string mandolin for an evening of swinging country folk. They pack the house – better come early!
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MARCH Friday March 4 – Patrick Ewing and the Crick Gypsies Patrick Ewing and the Crick Gypsies band playing and singing Americana “roots” music. In his 2008 review of Ewing's solo release "After This Cigarette", City Beat Music Editor Mike Breen said: "Whether political or personal, Ewing sings in a traditional format about our crazy, mixed-up modern world in a way that listeners can easily identify with and latch on to. That may be Ewing's greatest appeal — his songs are more like a wise buddy talking to you at a bar, devoid of any didactic "I'm the singer, you're the listener" separation." The Crick Gypsies have played MidPoint Music Festival, Fountain Square, Southgate House, Oakley After Hours and other Cincinnati gigs since forming in 2008. Saturday March 5 – Our own Dave Hawkins returns with more great songs and fun! Dave makes a rare appearance at his favorite home-town coffee house – that us! – and we couldn’t be happier to have him back! With his repertoire of AmeriCeltic, folk, country, rock and soft rock, Dave’s an audience favorite, and we love it when he stops here when he’s not touring or recording. Come see why the likes of the James Taylor, Aretha Franklin and Dolly Parton bands consider it a privilege to work with Dave -- and grab a copy of his 6th solo release CD Manchester Mornings while you’re here!
Friday March 11 -- Mike Biere – one of Those Guys in a solo gig – great! Mike’s full of music, full of fun – and sometimes, just full of it! No wonder we love having him here. And no wonder his fans and groupies keep coming back – join them and us! It’s always TGIF when Mike’s on stage. A College Hill resident and part of the “Those Guys” group that packs them in here. This is one of Mike’s rare solo gigs especially for us – and for you! An encore performance with a mix of Top 40 classics, some new tunes and favorites you love to hear.
Saturday March 12 – Tom & Larry – classic rock and other favorites. Tom & Larry spent a few years playing around campfires, before they decided to share their enjoyment of music with Cincinnati Audiences. Their unique acoustic interpretations of an eclectic assortment of music, combined with an entertaining rapport with their audience, makes for an enjoyable show. They are as comfortable playing Emerson, Lake and Palmer and the Grateful Dead as they are playing English folk tunes and traditional mountain Gospel songs. Throw in some Dylan, Beatles and Johnny Cash and you can expect an enjoyable musical trip through time.
Friday March 18 –“Runnin’ on Empty” Duo returns -- Rick Endres and Laura Langland The RUNNIN' ON EMPTY Duo has been playing throughout the area for the past eleven years in its current configuration, and even longer in various combinations. Rick Endres (vocals, guitars, harmonica) and Laura Langland (vocals, keyboards) have a vast and varied repertoire of classic rock, and occasionally slip in an original song. Their sound features tight harmonic vocals over a lush bed of acoustic guitar and keyboard. Their playlist includes such stalwarts as James Taylor; Eagles; Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young; Carole King; Fleetwood Mac; Bonnie Raitt; & more!
Saturday March 19 – Watch for details!
Friday March 25 -- Josh Eagle Josh Eagle, singer/songwriter/storyteller, has been preaching his positive sound through songs for the past five years. The Cincinnati native's music echoes the early 1970's folk scene with influences from Neil Young, Cat Stevens, Carole King, James Taylor, Bob Dylan and Phil Ochs to mention a few. Josh likes to classify his gentle voice and message as "sincere folk tunes."
Saturday March 26 – Watch for details!
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APRIL Friday April 1 – Watch for details!
Saturday April 2 – Watch for details!
Friday April 8 -- Modern Groove Quintet in an encore performance! Formed in 2008, Modern Groove Quintet is a jazz group that has a unique sound- a gumbo of different genres twisted into a jazz format. Featuring young Cincinnati talent, MGQ has played at numerous venues around the Cincinnati area, providing an exciting listening experience for all who happen to receive the eclectic sound waves. Members of the MGQ are Eric Kaufman, tenor sax; Mauki McGruder, trumpet; Max Greenberg, piano; Will Wagner, bass; and Andrew Polter, drums. Come get in the groove with us and the guys! Awesome sound, awesome stage presence – the put the “chill” in eat, sip, chat, chill! Saturday April 9 – Greg and Craig are back! Greg and Craig bill themselves as “oldies playing oldies.” In fact, they are young-at-heart 50-something musicians who grew up with the Beatles, Motown, British Invasion, and country tunes from the 60's and 70's. Some of these tunes are kept alive through G and C's acoustic-guitar-with-percussion renditions. Greg performed in rock bands in the Oxford and Cincy area during his Miami University days. He and Craig met through their church's Praise Band. They’ll give you’re their take on Elvis, Johnny Cash, Marvin Gaye, Hank Williams and many more favorites.
Friday April 15 -- Bromwell-Diehl Band returns! BDB formed in the late '90s when songwriter Paul Bromwell asked vocalist Elaine Diehl to sing a demo of a few of his new tunes. The pair clicked immediately and invited Paul's drumming buddy, Mark Tipton, to join them on percussion, and Jan Diehl to play bass and sax. BDB has appeared at Seasongood Pavilion, Piatt Park, Borders Music and Books, Allyn's The Barrelhouse, Summerfair, Jammin' on Main and the Lilith Fair. The band was nominated for a Cincinnati Entertainment Award in November, 2000.
Saturday April 16 – Wild Carrot and the Roots Band are back Wild Carrot and the Roots Band is Pam Temple (vocals, guitar, concertina), Spencer Funk (vocals, guitar, mandolin), Brenda Wolfersberger (vocals, upright bass) and Brandt Smith (vocals, banjo, Dobro). This quartet brings joy and energy to their unique mix of American Roots music, touching on Bluegrass, Country, swinging Jazz, Modern Folk and Celtic music. Great energy, great harmonies and great connection with an audience.
Friday April 22 – Watch for details!
Saturday April 23 – Betsy Lippitt returns From Old English Ballads to Jazz and everywhere in between, accompanied or acapella, her songs are thoroughly memorable. “Her solo concert is a multi-faceted tour-de-force.” (Canal Street News, Dayton, Ohio) The San Francisco Bay Times once wrote: “Betsy sings as wide as she smiles.” For added excitement, Betsy is now “plugged-in”. Don’t miss this. Her voice, violin and guitar have never sounded as ethereal as they do now that she can echo through an effects pedal before she echoes into your ears.
Friday April 29 – Watch for details!
Saturday April 30 – Tupelo Honey The group got its start a few years ago when Heather and Katie played with Andrew Ross of Ft. Thomas. Andrew moved on and Heather and Katie decided to keep the band together by adding three new musicians. They got their name from the name of a cafe they love in Asheville, North Carolina. Now CDs later they have become a musical mainstay in the area and have been awarded the CEA music award. Heather Turner and Katie Wefer on guitar and vocals create what people have described as an Indigo Girl type feel with a Dixie Chick twist. But with a very unique sound all their own.
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MAY Friday May 6 – Nyeemah’s back! Nyeemah’s music is an amalgamation of lyrics, tones, and energies, a blend of elements that touch on a universal language from spoken word to driving Afro-Cuban percussion to Tibetan chants, jazz, blues, hip hop, and more.
Saturday May 7 – Those Guys return! Those Guys are back and burning up the oldies with special emphasis on the 70s this time! A lot of new material plus some of your all-time favorites! College Hill Coffee Co. favorites! They always pack the house and create a lively night of entertainment -- great tunes from the 60s, 70s and 80s and back with the memories, the harmonies and the fun of your favorite decades.
Friday May 13 – Davis and Leigh “Davis & Leigh” is the duo of Mark Davis (vocals and guitar) and Steve Leigh (vocals, bass, and guitar). They perform an entertaining, acoustic mix of songs both old and newer, as well as a few original tunes. Mark has been gigging in various incarnations for the past twenty years with such groups as The Pruett-Davis Group.
Saturday May 14 – Chris Collier Critically acclaimed Cincinnati songwriter and modern folk artist, Chris Collier, brings her very special sound to this performance. Collier's unique voice and songwriting skills have gained her a wide and loyal following. Chris has released seven CDs to a praiseful local press; her latest, "This is Everything," is upbeat, heartfelt and reflective.
Friday May 20 – Red Cedars Favorites at CHCC and now with a new duo name. Dinah Devoto and Pat Kennedy blend voices, harmonies and instruments to bring you the sounds of their acoustic Americana and bluegrass – old-timey, roots, country and folk music that sound as though you’d just waked up in the mountains.
COLLEGE HILL’S 2nd ANNUAL Spring Fling Art Show & Sale Sat. May 21 10 am - 2 pm In the big Gen Kress parking lot behind College Hill Coffee Co., Enliven Salon, Bacall’s, Schwartz Jewelers and Marty’s Hops & Vines (Stop by and browse these businesses while you’re here!) Local artists will line the perimeter of the lot with their beautiful wares. Fiber art, jewelry, pottery, photography, bird baths, paintings, mixed media art, drawings, tile work -- even hand-crafted guitars showcasing beautiful woodworking and design -- and much more! Food and drinks available for purchase.
Saturday May 21 – Karl Dappen in a premier performance. Karl has been making musical magic with the saxophone for years, playing professionally solo and with several pop, rock, blues and jazz groups in the region. Along with the Swingblade Duo, he has performed with bands such as the jazzcasters. Tonight’s one of his remarkable solo gigs!
Friday May 27 – Wild Mountain Berries Wild Mountain Berries are a rockin' duet -- Bryan and Emily "Roxy" Westerman -- who have been writing and performing their own original music since they met in 2007. Their sound is a mix of Americana, folk, blues, jazz, country and rock 'n' roll with a beautiful vocal blend. They have just released their debut album in April 2010 to high acclaim.
Saturday May 28 – Willow Morning Newly formed with reunited friends, Willow Morning shares a beautiful and unique sound. From new folk to light rock, and women's music to spiritually inspired songs, this trio of talented musical veterans brings a freshness to diverse audiences across the tri-state and world-wide, via the internet! Join the versatile, affirmative, and playful music of Jamie Fota (singer/songwriter/guitar and mandolin), Ty Chanson (singer/songwriter/12-string guitar and bass ), and Marcia Gallas (drums and percussion).
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JUNE Friday June 3 – Wild Carrot Duo Pam Temple and Spencer Funk are the award-winning Cincinnati-based Wild Carrot duo. Contemporary folk rooted in tradition with a few 30s standards and brand new tunes stirred in. Show tunes? Might be a couple! Soaring on Pam’s incredible voice and Spencer’s hot guitar and mandolin licks. This is the performance with something for everyone!
Saturday, June 4 – Afternoon Book Signing – 3:00 -5:00 pm Frank Hyle signs and discusses his just-published Caesura Caesura is more than an interesting story line by a novice novelist. Frank Hyle has offered a book of hope and direction to anyone who is facing the decline of a loved one. Caesura is the story of Michael Telford and his mother, Helen. Six years after her husband’s death, Helen has observed old friends begin to live with dementia. Now, the darkness of age is visiting her too. As she struggles to find peace in the last year of her life, Michael struggles as well with how to deal with an aging parent who sometimes mistakes him for his father. At times humorous, and at times heartbreaking, the story of a son’s devotion to his mother will ring true to those who have faced the aging process, and those for whom the ordeal may still await.
Saturday June 4 – Raison d’Etre -- “Reason for Being” Three women who know their reason for being are coming to share their pure Kentucky blend (as in vocal.) RAISON D'ETRE, the award-winning folk trio from Northern Kentucky, will add a little jive to your java as they perform original tunes, a cappella swing, and covers of song writers like Neil Young, Joni Mitchell, Jesse Winchester, and Dolly Parton. Their sound has been described by CITYBEAT as "some of the best three-part harmony singing you'll likely ever hear." Violet Rae, Vickie and Roberta back themselves on guitar, banjo, keyboard, and six-string mandolin for an evening of swinging country folk. They pack the house – better come early!
Friday June 10 – Modern Groove Quintet Formed in 2008, Modern Groove Quintet is a jazz group that has a unique sound- a gumbo of different genres twisted into a jazz format. Featuring young Cincinnati talent, MGQ has played at numerous venues around the Cincinnati area, providing an exciting listening experience for all who happen to receive the eclectic sound waves. Members of the MGQ are Eric Kaufman, tenor sax; Mauki McGruder, trumpet; Max Greenberg, piano; Will Wagner, bass; and Andrew Polter, drums. Come get in the groove with us and the guys! Awesome sound, awesome stage presence – the put the “chill” in eat, sip, chat, chill!
Saturday June 11 – Tupelo Honey The group got its start a few years ago when Heather and Katie played with Andrew Ross of Ft. Thomas. Andrew moved on and Heather and Katie decided to keep the band together by adding three new musicians. They got their name from the name of a cafe they love in Asheville, North Carolina. Now CDs later they have become a musical mainstay in the area and have been awarded the CEA music award. Heather Turner and Katie Wefer on guitar and vocals create what people have described as an Indigo Girl type feel with a Dixie Chick twist. But with a very unique sound all their own.
Friday June 17 – Anna Beljin and Milovan She’s back – the college co-ed with the Broadway-ready pipes! It’s an encore performance for Anna with her dad, Milovan, playing backup guitar. Enjoy their performance of new, classic, blues, rock and country! They’ve performed at the Queen City Balladeers concerts and other local festivals and concerts and a variety of other venues. She’s got a voice that will blow you away! Total talent with acoustic guitar and vocal pop/folk music. Anna is a big favorite at College Hill Coffee Co. – be here and you’ll see why!
SATURDAY, JUNE 18 COLLEGE HILL GARDENERS’ ANNUAL “GARDENS OF COLLEGE HILL” GARDEN TOUR 10 A.M. UNTIL 3 P.M. GET YOUR TICKET PACKETS HERE AHEAD OF TIME AND SAVE! Look for the special money-saving CHCC coupon on the back of the garden tour punch pass!
Saturday June 18 -- Greg and Craig Greg and Craig bill themselves as “oldies playing oldies.” In fact, they are young-at-heart 50-something musicians who grew up with the Beatles, Motown, British Invasion, and country tunes from the 60's and 70's. Some of these tunes are kept alive through G and C's acoustic-guitar-with-percussion renditions. Greg performed in rock bands in the Oxford and Cincy area during his Miami University days. He and Craig met through their church's Praise Band. They’ll give you’re their take on Elvis, Johnny Cash, Marvin Gaye, Hank Williams and many more favorites.
Friday June 24 – Tom and Larry -- classic rock and other favorites. Tom & Larry spent a few years playing around campfires, before they decided to share their enjoyment of music with Cincinnati Audiences. Their unique acoustic interpretations of an eclectic assortment of music, combined with an entertaining rapport with their audience, makes for an enjoyable show. They are as comfortable playing Emerson, Lake and Palmer and the Grateful Dead as they are playing English folk tunes and traditional mountain Gospel songs. Throw in some Dylan, Beatles and Johnny Cash and you can expect an enjoyable musical trip through time.
Saturday June 25 – Sasha Suskind and the Ed & Will Band Multi-instrumentalist Sasha Suskind, singer/songwriter Ed Breedlove and guitar virtuoso Will Stuart have been performing and playing together for five years. Ed and Will’s solid guitar work along with Sasha’ guitar, ukulele and saxophone playing make for a unique and marvelous sound. Join them and us for an eclectic mix of classic rock, blues and favorite folk song covers – along with a few original works.
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JULY Friday July 1 – Our own Dave Hawkins returns with more great songs and fun! Dave makes a rare appearance at his favorite home-town coffee house – that us! With his repertoire of AmeriCeltic, folk, country, rock and soft rock, Dave’s an audience favorite, and we love it when he stops here when he’s not touring or recording. Come see why the likes of the James Taylor, Aretha Franklin and Dolly Parton bands consider it a privilege to work with Dave -- and grab a copy of his 6th solo release CD Manchester Mornings while you’re here!
Saturday July 2 – Details to come!
Friday July 8 – Davis and Leigh “Davis & Leigh” is the duo of Mark Davis (vocals and guitar) and Steve Leigh (vocals, bass, and guitar). They perform an entertaining, acoustic mix of songs both old and newer, as well as a few original tunes. Mark has been gigging in various incarnations for the past twenty years with such groups as The Pruett-Davis Group.
Saturday July 9 – Bromwell Diehl Band BDB formed in the late '90s when songwriter Paul Bromwell asked vocalist Elaine Diehl to sing a demo of a few of his new tunes. The pair clicked immediately and invited Paul's drumming buddy, Mark Tipton, to join them on percussion, and Jan Diehl to play bass and sax. BDB has appeared at Seasongood Pavilion, Piatt Park, Borders Music and Books, Allyn's The Barrelhouse, Summerfair, Jammin' on Main and the Lilith Fair. The band was nominated for a Cincinnati Entertainment Award in November, 2000.
Friday July 15 – Troubadours of Divine Bliss Through the years Aim Me Smiley and Renee Ananda have had the privilege of living the life of true troubadours, traveling the wondrous expanse of America, Europe & Canada & have been inspired accordingly. Acoustic music with a streak of old-timer flavor with a little weirdness, humor & range, sultry narratives, vaudeville send-ups. Troubadours of Divine Bliss are a duo from Kentucky brought together by the Universe in 1995, with the vision of being Troubadours of Divine Bliss, Street Performers who travel around encouraging Revolution of the Spirit & Courage of the Heart. Aim Me Smiley, on lead vocals and guitar and Renee Ananda, harmony vocal, accordion & ukulele.
Saturday July 16 – Nyeemah’s back! Nyeemah’s music is an amalgamation of lyrics, tones, and energies, a blend of elements that touch on a universal language from spoken word to driving Afro-Cuban percussion to Tibetan chants, jazz, blues, hip hop, and more.Friday July 22 – Willow Morning Newly formed with reunited friends, Willow Morning shares a beautiful and unique sound. From new folk to light rock, and women's music to spiritually inspired songs, this trio of talented musical veterans brings freshness to diverse audiences across the tri-state and world-wide, via the internet! Join the versatile, affirmative, and playful music of Jamie Fota (singer/songwriter/guitar and mandolin), Ty Chanson (singer/songwriter/12-string guitar and bass), and Marcia Gallas (drums and percussion).
Saturday July 23 – Patrick Ewing and the Crick Gypsies Patrick Ewing and the Crick Gypsies band playing and singing Americana “roots” music. In his 2008 review of Ewing's solo release "After This Cigarette", City Beat Music Editor Mike Breen said: "Whether political or personal, Ewing sings in a traditional format about our crazy, mixed-up modern world in a way that listeners can easily identify with and latch on to. That may be Ewing's greatest appeal — his songs are more like a wise buddy talking to you at a bar, devoid of any didactic "I'm the singer, you're the listener" separation." The Crick Gypsies have played MidPoint Music Festival, Fountain Square, Southgate House, Oakley After Hours and other Cincinnati gigs since forming in 2008.
Friday July 29 – Mike Biere -- one of Those Guys in a solo gig – great! Mike’s full of music, full of fun – and sometimes, just full of it! No wonder we love having him here. And no wonder his fans and groupies keep coming back – join them and us! It’s always TGIF when Mike’s on stage. A College Hill resident and part of the “Those Guys” group that packs them in here. This is one of Mike’s rare solo gigs especially for us – and for you! An encore performance with a mix of Top 40 classics, some new tunes and favorites you love to hear.
Saturday July 30 – Jimmieleggs in their premier performance here! Jimmelegs is a three piece group playing a colorful blend of originals and covers. Their folk/funk/fusion style is best described as the love child of Neil Young and George Clinton. The band is fronted by talented singer/songwriter Jeremy Singer on guitar and lead vocals. He has been playing guitar in Cincinnati area for the past 16 years. It was in the R&B group Musaic that he met his musical soul mates Kristin Agee and Joshua Holland. Joshua moved to Cincinnati in the late 90’s and started writing and performing in various original and cover bands. He now has only one purpose, and that is to get you up off your butt & boogie! Kristin started performing on a drum set at the age of 12. She teaches music and performs with various groups from regional orchestras, to rock cover bands, to experimental jazz ensembles.
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AUGUST Friday August 5 – Chris Collier Critically acclaimed Cincinnati songwriter and modern folk artist, Chris Collier, brings her very special sound to this performance. Collier's unique voice and songwriting skills have gained her a wide and loyal following. Chris has released seven CDs to a praiseful local press; her latest, "This is Everything," is upbeat, heartfelt and reflective.
Saturday August 6 -- Wild Mountain Berries Wild Mountain Berries are a rockin' duet -- Bryan and Emily "Roxy" Westerman -- who have been writing and performing their own original music since they met in 2007. Their sound is a mix of Americana, folk, blues, jazz, country and rock 'n' roll with a beautiful vocal blend. They have just released their debut album in April 2010 to high acclaim. Friday August 12 -- Ryan Adcock Ryan’s a native Cincinnatian who has made quite a name for himself across the nation and in several foreign countries! He’s a favorite of ours and we couldn’t be happier that he’s here to entertain you! He’s been voted “Best Rock Vocalist” and “Best Singer-Songwriter” in Cincinnati. Whether you call it folk-rock, indi-rock or rockin’ folk, Ryan pounds it out and tells a story – funny, sad or soulful – his music hits the emotions, and creates the excitement as only the great ones do. In 2002, Ryan made an impressive debut on Mitch Albom’s nationally syndicated radio show, playing to nearly 2.5 million listeners.
Saturday August 13 – Those Guys Those Guys are back and burning up the oldies! A lot of new material plus some of your all-time favorites! College Hill Coffee Co. favorites! They always pack the house and create a lively night of entertainment -- great tunes from the 60s, 70s and 80s and back with the memories, the harmonies and the fun of your favorite decades.
Friday August 19 -- Tom and Larry --classic rock and other favorites. Tom & Larry spent a few years playing around campfires, before they decided to share their enjoyment of music with Cincinnati Audiences. Their unique acoustic interpretations of an eclectic assortment of music, combined with an entertaining rapport with their audience, makes for an enjoyable show. They are as comfortable playing Emerson, Lake and Palmer and the Grateful Dead as they are playing English folk tunes and traditional mountain Gospel songs. Throw in some Dylan, Beatles and Johnny Cash and you can expect an enjoyable musical trip through time.
BOOK SIGNING: Meet and talk with Elaine Stenger, author of Dancing in the Rain: Step into the Transformative Power of Choice Saturday, August 20th, 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Elaine Stenger, Ph.D. is an engaging speaker and inspiring author who shares a powerful message of forgiveness, self-empowerment and reinvention from her new book Dancing in the Rain: Step into the Transformative Power of Choice. She has facilitated workshops on leadership and self-empowerment for colleges, corporations, hospitals, and women’s organizations. Elaine has also presented at national conferences and appeared on TV and radio. In her workshops, participants learn practical skills to help deal with the challenges of daily living. In her first book, Creating New Relationships: A Guide to Mutuality, she offered a model for creating more satisfying, respectful and effective relationships. It is currently being updated for rerelease.
Dancing in the Rain is a powerful story of love, forgiveness and self-empowerment. Inviting readers to join her on a journey of personal discovery, Elaine travels from mindlessly filling her life with anger and fear to purposely creating her life with joy and compassion.
Saturday August 20 -- Shiny and the Spoon 2009 CEA nominated Shiny and The Spoon (Amber Nash and Jordan Neff) just released their debut CD. Shiny and the Spoon gives off the warmth and intimacy of the likes of Johnny Cash and June Carter, with a sense of humor that creates a wonderfully fun live show. Their originals are soulful, clever, and laced with hints of Patsy Cline, Gram Parsons, Elvis Costello, and Tom Waits. They recently performed at Cincinnati's Midpoint Music Fest 2009 and the 2009 BRINK New Music Showcase and were nominated for a 2009 Cincinnati Entertainment Award for New Artist of the Year.
Friday August 26 -- Tree of Life World Music with belly dancers from Dante’s Gypsy Circus Tree of Life is Cincinnati's premier world music duo, and consists of Cincinnati Entertainment Award-nominated musicians Richard Cisneros (percussion) and Patrick McMahon (wind instruments). They each play a variety of instruments to create lovely songs and a peaceful atmosphere. Dante’s Gypsy Circus is a collaborative of belly dancers who incorporate fire whenever possible, performing dangerous feats of flame and sultry tribal dance.
Saturday August 27 -- Greg and Craig Greg and Craig bill themselves as “oldies playing oldies.” In fact, they are young-at-heart 50-something musicians who grew up with the Beatles, Motown, British Invasion, and country tunes from the 60's and 70's. Some of these tunes are kept alive through G and C's acoustic-guitar-with-percussion renditions. Greg performed in rock bands in the Oxford and Cincy area during his Miami University days. He and Craig met through their church's Praise Band. They’ll give you’re their take on Elvis, Johnny Cash, Marvin Gaye, Hank Williams and many more favorites.
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SEPTEMBER
Friday September 2 – The Melissa Smith Group in their first performance here! The Melissa Smith Group is an acoustic trio providing music ranging from singer-songwriter to blues and everything in between. Roger Wright and Scott Witte provide rhythm and lead acoustic guitar, with Melissa Smith heading the group with a voice that has drawn comparisons to EmmyLou Harris and Linda Ronstadt.
Saturday September 3 -- Willow Morning Newly formed with reunited friends, Willow Morning shares a beautiful and unique sound. From new folk to light rock, and women's music to spiritually inspired songs, this trio of talented musical veterans brings a freshness to diverse audiences across the tri-state and world-wide, via the internet! Join the versatile, affirmative, and playful music of Jamie Fota (singer/songwriter/guitar and mandolin), Ty Chanson (singer/songwriter/12-string guitar and bass), and Marcia Gallas (drums and percussion).
Friday September 9 – Watch for details!
Saturday September 10 – Angela Minton in her premier performance at CHCC
At an early age, Angel had a wide variety of
musical interests including that of Elvis Presley,
Friday September 16 -- Raison D’être – “Reason for Being” Three women who know their reason for being are coming to share their pure Kentucky blend (as in vocal.) RAISON D'ETRE, the award-winning folk trio from Northern Kentucky, will add a little jive to your java as they perform original tunes, a cappella swing, and covers of song writers like Neil Young, Joni Mitchell, Jesse Winchester, and Dolly Parton. Their sound has been described by CITYBEAT as "some of the best three-part harmony singing you'll likely ever hear." Violet Rae, Vickie and Roberta back themselves on guitar, banjo, keyboard, and six-string mandolin for an evening of swinging country folk. They pack the house – better come early!
Saturday September 17 -- Wild Carrot and the Roots Band are back Wild Carrot and the Roots Band is Pam Temple (vocals, guitar, concertina), Spencer Funk (vocals, guitar, mandolin), Brenda Wolfersberger (vocals, upright bass) and Brandt Smith (vocals, banjo, Dobro). This quartet brings joy and energy to their unique mix of American Roots music, touching on Bluegrass, Country, swinging Jazz, Modern Folk and Celtic music. Great energy, great harmonies and great connection with an audience.
Friday September 23 – Marianne Puntenney with special guest Mikey Barrett Marianne has performed many times at CHCC with a variety of talented singers and musicians, such as Mary Kroner, Tom Gilker of “Tom and Larry” fame, and the Aqapelyx Anonymous. More recently, she has been dipping her toe into jazz standards, blues, R&B and classic rock. This has all come about with the support and encouragement of Mikey Barrett, who has been the bass player with Cincinnati’s premier dance band, The Modulators, for over 30 years. He also plays keyboard with the band, Stoopid Rooster, focusing more on jazz. With Mikey’s accompaniment on the keyboard, Marianne will be offering up her take on songs by Dionne Warwick, Etta James, Betty Carter, Billie Holliday, B.B. King, Al Green, Chaka Khan, Grace Slick and more. You’re not going to want to miss this duo!!
Saturday September 24 -- Gloria and Bartley with their variety/cabaret evening of entertainment! Gloria Esenwein returns to her singing roots, having sung in musical duos and bands some years ago. She is a dance artist and teacher, who often incorporate story and song into her dance projects. She is also a licensed massage therapist. Bartley Richardson is a Computer Science professor, who enjoys playing contemporary music in his free time. Bartley and Gloria are excited to share an evening of eclectic music, including vocals, piano, a few stories, and even some tap dancing. Expect some musical and dancerly friends to stop by!
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OCTOBER Saturday October 1 – Betsy Lippitt returns From Old English Ballads to Jazz and everywhere in between, accompanied or acapella, her songs are thoroughly memorable. “Her solo concert is a multi-faceted tour-de-force.” (Canal Street News, Dayton, Ohio) The San Francisco Bay Times once wrote: “Betsy sings as wide as she smiles.” For added excitement, Betsy is now “plugged-in”. Don’t miss this. Her voice, violin and guitar have never sounded as ethereal as they do now that she can echo through an effects pedal before she echoes into your ears.
Friday October 7 – Davis and Leigh “Davis & Leigh” is the duo of Mark Davis (vocals and guitar) and Steve Leigh (vocals, bass, and guitar). They perform an entertaining, acoustic mix of songs both old and newer, as well as a few original tunes. Mark has been gigging in various incarnations for the past twenty years with such groups as The Pruett-Davis Group.
Saturday October 8 Earbudz (Gerry and Debra) and Jayne Sachs – Two great acts on the same night!
EARBUDZ is GerBear Stewart & Debra Randall, two friends who share an undying love of music and an incessant need to use it as their vehicle to create. Not being led by any trend, they're capable of bringing a sound that can't be boxed into any one particular genre. When you've heard one EARBUDZ tune, you haven't begun to hear them all. Songs are spawned by the mood of the day... and if ear bending unorthodox lyrics is your thing, they are not in short supply. So come along now and bend an ear with EARBUDZ... where the only predictable thing your ears will hear is the unpredictable. AND Jayne Sachs (pronounced Jane Sax), is an award winning songwriter/performer based out of Dayton. Her career, spanning more than 15 years, has earned such titles as "Best New Music" by The Album Network one of six "Best Unsigned Bands in the USA" by Virtually Alternative out of LA. She's released 5 CDs to date. All have been met with excellent reviews. "The regional press aptly salivates over each of her album releases... It's amazing that a major label hasn't sniffed this accessible, creative artist out yet." -Cincinnati CityBeat She's also known as a dynamic live performer "full of energy and passion, delivered with charm and more than a little wit."
Friday October 14 --Wild Mountain Berries Wild Mountain Berries are a rockin' duet -- Bryan and Emily "Roxy" Westerman -- who have been writing and performing their own original music since they met in 2007. Their sound is a mix of Americana, folk, blues, jazz, country and rock 'n' roll with a beautiful vocal blend. They have just released their debut album in April 2010 to high acclaim.
Saturday October 15 – Susan Gray Singer-songwriter Susan Gray has been playing and loving music since she and a new set of drums took over her parents’ clothes closet when she was ten. Formerly, as part of the duo Gray-Joseph and now solo, she has been singing and playing guitar around the Cincinnati area since 1993. Her sound features her original work, highlighting her often personal, heartfelt lyrics and a rich, full voice in a soulful country/folk blend. She also belts out covers ranging from Brandi Carilile to Indigo Girls and Taylor Swift.
Friday October 21 – Karl Dappen in an encore performance. Karl has been making musical magic with the saxophone for years, playing professionally solo and with several pop, rock, blues and jazz groups in the region. Along with the Swingblade Duo, he has performed with bands such as the jazzcasters. Tonight’s one of his remarkable solo gigs!
Saturday October 22 –Carole Walker
Acoustic soul with a funky kick best self describes Carole Walker's musical style. She weaves her lyrics into a tapestry of spoken word, poems, and heartfelt songs all wrapped in her warm powerful voice. Though now in Columbus, Carole Walker will always be known as a Cincinnati music all-star. Walker spent a decade fronting the popular, hard-touring Cincinnati Funk/Jazz/Soul/Rock band Heavy Weather and later played around the area as a solo artist and with her acoustic-based Walker Project. In 2003, Carole was nominated and received the Cincinnati Music award (Cammy) for best Hip-hop vocal.She has been playing out more recently (in Columbus and Cincy), gearing up for the looming release of a new recording, tentatively titled Simple Creatures. Friday October 28 -- Ryan Adcock Ryan’s a native Cincinnatian who been making quite a name for himself across the nation and in several foreign countries! He’s a favorite of ours and we couldn’t be happier that he’s finally taken a short break from touring and running marathons and is here to entertain you! He’s been voted “Best Rock Vocalist” and “Best Singer-Songwriter” in Cincinnati. Whether you call it folk-rock, indi-rock or rockin’ folk, Ryan pounds it out and tells a story – funny, sad or soulful – his music hits the emotions, and creates the excitement as only the great ones do.! And he’s great in any venue – especially our! His debut CD, “From Silence and Joy,” is a best-seller.
Saturday October 29 – Chris Collier Critically acclaimed Cincinnati songwriter and modern folk artist, Chris Collier, brings her very special sound to this performance. Collier's unique voice and songwriting skills have gained her a wide and loyal following. Chris has released seven CDs to a praiseful local press; her latest, "This is Everything," is upbeat, heartfelt and reflective.
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NOVEMBER Friday November 4 – Bromwell Diehl Band BDB formed in the late '90s when songwriter Paul Bromwell asked vocalist Elaine Diehl to sing a demo of a few of his new tunes. The pair clicked immediately and invited Paul's drumming buddy, Mark Tipton, to join them on percussion, and Jan Diehl to play bass and sax. BDB has appeared at Seasongood Pavilion, Piatt Park, Borders Music and Books, Allyn's The Barrelhouse, Summerfair, Jammin' on Main and the Lilith Fair. The band was nominated for a Cincinnati Entertainment Award in November, 2000.
Saturday November 5 – Those Guys Those Guys are back and burning up the oldies! A lot of new material plus some of your all-time favorites! College Hill Coffee Co. favorites! They always pack the house and create a lively night of entertainment -- great tunes from the 60s, 70s and 80s and back with the memories, the harmonies and the fun of your favorite decades.
Friday November 11 – Troubadours of Divine Bliss Through the years Aim Me Smiley and Renee Ananda have had the privilege of living the life of true troubadours, traveling the wondrous expanse of America, Europe & Canada & have been inspired accordingly. Acoustic music with a streak of old-timer flavor with a little weirdness, humor & range, sultry narratives, vaudeville send-ups. Troubadours of Divine Bliss are a duo from Kentucky brought together by the Universe in 1995, with the vision of being Troubadours of Divine Bliss, Street Performers who travel around encouraging Revolution of the Spirit & Courage of the Heart. Aim Me Smiley, on lead vocals and guitar and Renee Ananda, harmony vocal, accordion & ukulele.
Saturday November 12 OUR ANNUAL AWESOME HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE + SPECIAL MUSIC! + SPECIAL SAVINGS + SPECIAL PRIZES + SPECIAL TASTINGS
Holiday Open House Music 7:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Friday November 18 – The Melissa Smith Group in an encore performance here! The Melissa Smith Group is an acoustic trio providing music ranging from singer-songwriter to blues and everything in between. Roger Wright and Scott Witte provide rhythm and lead acoustic guitar, with Melissa Smith heading the group with a voice that has drawn comparisons to EmmyLou Harris and Linda Ronstadt.
Saturday November 19 -- Wild Carrot and the Roots Band are back Wild Carrot and the Roots Band is Pam Temple (vocals, guitar, concertina), Spencer Funk (vocals, guitar, mandolin), Brenda Wolfersberger (vocals, upright bass) and Brandt Smith (vocals, banjo, Dobro). This quartet brings joy and energy to their unique mix of American Roots music, touching on Bluegrass, Country, swinging Jazz, Modern Folk and Celtic music. Great energy, great harmonies and great connection with an audience.
Friday November 25 –“Runnin’ on Empty” Duo returns -- Rick Endres and Laura Langland The RUNNIN' ON EMPTY Duo has been playing throughout the area for the past eleven years in its current configuration, and even longer in various combinations. Rick Endres (vocals, guitars, harmonica) and Laura Langland (vocals, keyboards) have a vast and varied repertoire of classic rock, and occasionally slip in an original song. Their sound features tight harmonic vocals over a lush bed of acoustic guitar and keyboard. Their playlist includes such stalwarts as James Taylor; Eagles; Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young; Carole King; Fleetwood Mac; Bonnie Raitt; & more!
Saturday November 26 – Greg and Craig are back! Greg and Craig bill themselves as “oldies playing oldies.” In fact, they are young-at-heart 50-something musicians who grew up with the Beatles, Motown, British Invasion, and country tunes from the 60's and 70's. Some of these tunes are kept alive through G and C's acoustic-guitar-with-percussion renditions. Greg performed in rock bands in the Oxford and Cincy area during his Miami University days. He and Craig met through their church's Praise Band. They’ll give you’re their take on Elvis, Johnny Cash, Marvin Gaye, Hank Williams and many more favorites. | ||||||||
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DECEMBER Friday December 2 -- Raison D’être – “Reason for Being” -- Favorites and festive Three women who know their reason for being are coming to share their pure Kentucky blend (as in vocal.) RAISON D'ETRE, the award-winning folk trio from Northern Kentucky, will add a little jive to your java as they perform original tunes, a cappella swing, and covers of song writers like Neil Young, Joni Mitchell, Jesse Winchester, and Dolly Parton. Their sound has been described by CITYBEAT as "some of the best three-part harmony singing you'll likely ever hear." Violet Rae, Vickie and Roberta back themselves on guitar, banjo, keyboard, and six-string mandolin for an evening of swinging country folk. They pack the house – better come early!
Saturday December 3 – Anna Beljin and Milovan She’s back – the college co-ed with the Broadway-ready pipes! It’s an encore performance for Anna with her dad, Milovan, playing backup guitar. Enjoy their performance of new, classic, blues, rock and country! They’ve performed at the Queen City Balladeers concerts and other local festivals and concerts and a variety of other venues. She’s got a voice that will blow you away! Total talent with acoustic guitar and vocal pop/folk music. Anna is a big favorite at College Hill Coffee Co. – be here and you’ll see why!
Friday December 9 – Susan Gray Singer-songwriter Susan Gray has been playing and loving music since she and a new set of drums took over her parents’ clothes closet when she was ten. Formerly, as part of the duo Gray-Joseph and now solo, she has been singing and playing guitar around the Cincinnati area since 1993. Her sound features her original work, highlighting her often personal, heartfelt lyrics and a rich, full voice in a soulful country/folk blend. She also belts out covers ranging from Brandi Carilile to Indigo Girls and Taylor Swift.
Saturday December 10 – MUSE Women’s Chorus members at CHCC with a fun HOLIDAY SING-ALONG!
Friday December 16 -- Ryan Adcock – Old favorites and holiday classics Ryan’s a native Cincinnatian who been making quite a name for himself across the nation and in several foreign countries! He’s a favorite of ours and we couldn’t be happier that he’s finally taken a short break from touring and running marathons and is here to entertain you! He’s been voted “Best Rock Vocalist” and “Best Singer-Songwriter” in Cincinnati. Whether you call it folk-rock, indi-rock or rockin’ folk, Ryan pounds it out and tells a story – funny, sad or soulful – his music hits the emotions, and creates the excitement as only the great ones do.! And he’s great in any venue – especially our! His debut CD, “From Silence and Joy,” is a best-seller.
Saturday December 17 – Angela Minton returns
At an early age, Angel had a wide variety of
musical interests including that of Elvis Presley,
Friday December 23 – Marianne Puntenney with special guest Mikey Barrett Marianne has performed many times at CHCC with a variety of talented singers and musicians, such as Mary Kroner, Tom Gilker of “Tom and Larry” fame, and the Aqapelyx Anonymous. More recently, she has been dipping her toe into jazz standards, blues, R&B and classic rock. This has all come about with the support and encouragement of Mikey Barrett, who has been the bass player with Cincinnati’s premier dance band, The Modulators, for over 30 years. He also plays keyboard with the band, Stoopid Rooster, focusing more on jazz. With Mikey’s accompaniment on the keyboard, Marianne will be offering up her take on songs by Dionne Warwick, Etta James, Betty Carter, Billie Holliday, B.B. King, Al Green, Chaka Khan, Grace Slick and more. You’re not going to want to miss this duo!!
SATURDAY DECEMBER 24 – CHRISTMAS EVE – NO MUSIC CHCC WILL BE OPEN FROM 8:30 AM – 1 PM
SUNDAY DECEMBER 25 – MERRY CHRISTMAS! CHCC IS CLOSED TODAY.
Friday December 30 – Betsy Lippitt returns From Old English Ballads to Jazz and everywhere in between, accompanied or acapella, her songs are thoroughly memorable. “Her solo concert is a multi-faceted tour-de-force.” (Canal Street News, Dayton, Ohio) The San Francisco Bay Times once wrote: “Betsy sings as wide as she smiles.” For added excitement, Betsy is now “plugged-in”. Don’t miss this. Her voice, violin and guitar have never sounded as ethereal as they do now that she can echo through an effects pedal before she echoes into your ears.
SATURDAY DECEMBER 31 – NEW YEAR’S EVE – NO MUSIC CHCC WILL BE OPEN FROM 8:30 AM – 2 PM
SUNDAY JANUARY 1 – HAPPY NEW YEAR! CHCC IS CLOSED TODAY.
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JANUARY Friday January 6 – Wild Carrot and the Roots Band are back Wild Carrot and the Roots Band is Pam Temple (vocals, guitar, concertina), Spencer Funk (vocals, guitar, mandolin), Brenda Wolfersberger (vocals, upright bass) and Brandt Smith (vocals, banjo, Dobro). This quartet brings joy and energy to their unique mix of American Roots music, touching on Bluegrass, Country, swinging Jazz, Modern Folk and Celtic music. Great energy, great harmonies and great connection with an audience.
Saturday January 7 -- Raison D’être – “Reason for Being” -- Favorites and festive Three women who know their reason for being are coming to share their pure Kentucky blend (as in vocal.) RAISON D'ETRE, the award-winning folk trio from Northern Kentucky, will add a little jive to your java as they perform original tunes, a cappella swing, and covers of song writers like Neil Young, Joni Mitchell, Jesse Winchester, and Dolly Parton. Their sound has been described by CITYBEAT as "some of the best three-part harmony singing you'll likely ever hear." Violet Rae, Vickie and Roberta back themselves on guitar, banjo, keyboard, and six-string mandolin for an evening of swinging country folk. They pack the house – better come early!
OUR ANNIVERSARY WEEK LINE-UP
Friday January 13 – Tracy Walker headlines Night #1 of Anniversary Weekend! For over a decade Tracy has been at the forefront of Cincinnati's music scene. Named Best Singer/Songwriter & Best Folk Artist by CityBeat. Awarded two CAMMY's, the Cincinnati Enquirer Pop for Best Solo Act and Best Folk/Bluegrass Vocalist and Best Local Musician in City Beat's Best Of Cincinnati reader's poll.
Saturday January 14 -- Chris Collier headlines Night #2 of Anniversary Weekend! Critically acclaimed Cincinnati songwriter and modern folk artist, Chris Collier, brings her very special sound to this performance. Collier's unique voice and songwriting skills have gained her a wide and loyal following. Chris has released seven CDs to a praiseful local press; her latest, "This is Everything," is upbeat, heartfelt and reflective.
LOOK FOR OUR 6TH ANNIVERSARY “6” SPECIALS ALL WEEK JANUARY 10-15! (JUST LOOK UNDER THE TABLE TOP GLASS OR ON THE DOORS!) THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING CHCC THESE 6 WONDERFUL YEARS! YOU’RE WHY WE CAN CELEBRATE!
Friday January 20 – The Melissa Smith Group in a return engagement! The Melissa Smith Group is an acoustic trio providing music ranging from singer-songwriter to blues and everything in between. Roger Wright and Scott Witte provide rhythm and lead acoustic guitar, with Melissa Smith heading the group with a voice that has drawn comparisons to EmmyLou Harris and Linda Ronstadt.
Saturday January 21 -- Just Earth featuring Jamie Fota, Paulette Meier, and Len Webb Jamie Fota and Paulette Meier have both been performing songs of peace, freedom, social justice, and earth sustainability for over 20 years. Paulette and Jamie have appeared as soloists and have also performed together. Jamie’s CD, Out of the Silence, is an eclectic mix of original songs celebrating personal growth and spirituality. Paulette has two recordings, Harmony for Social Justice (with Ginny Frazier), and Come Join the Circle: LessonSongs for Peacemaking, an award-winning collection of original children’s songs. Paulette and Jamie are currently performing with Len Webb (winds, percussion and vocals) and sometimes other friends as “Just Earth”.
Friday January 27 -- Ryan Adcock Ryan’s a native Cincinnatian who been making quite a name for himself across the nation and in several foreign Saturday January 28 – Carole Walker Acoustic soul with a funky kick best self describes Carole Walker's musical style. She weaves her lyrics into a tapestry of spoken word, poems, and heartfelt songs all wrapped in her warm powerful voice. Though now in Columbus, Carole Walker will always be known as a Cincinnati music all-star. Walker spent a decade fronting the popular, hard-touring Cincinnati Funk/Jazz/Soul/Rock band Heavy Weather and later played around the area as a solo artist and with her acoustic-based Walker Project. In 2003, Carole was nominated and received the Cincinnati Music award (Cammy) for best Hip-hop vocal.
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FEBRUARY Friday February 3 – Tree of Life World Music Tree of Life is Cincinnati's premier world music duo, and consists of Cincinnati Entertainment Award-nominated musicians Richard Cisneros (percussion) and Patrick McMahon (wind instruments). They each play a variety of instruments to create lovely songs and a peaceful atmosphere.
Saturday February 4 -- To be Announced
Friday February 10 -- Davis & Leigh “Davis & Leigh” is the duo of Mark Davis (vocals and guitar) and Steve Leigh (vocals, bass, and guitar). They perform an entertaining, acoustic mix of songs both old and newer, as well as a few original tunes. Mark has been gigging in various incarnations for the past twenty years with such groups as The Pruett-Davis Group. The Somebody Club and currently with 99iQ, a band that both Mark and Steve play with. Steve has been playing in the Cincinnati area since the ‘70s in such bands as Bluestone Ivory and Stage Door Johnny.
Saturday February 11 – To be Announced
Friday February 17 – Red Cedars Favorites at CHCC and now with a new duo name. Dinah Devoto and Pat Kennedy blend voices, harmonies and instruments to bring you the sounds of their acoustic Americana and bluegrass – old-timey, roots, country and folk music that sound as though you’d just waked up in the mountains. Saturday February 18 – Jamie Fota and Marcia Gallas Jamie Fóta is a singer/songwriter/guitarist, performing her original music along with some of her favorite covers. Marcia Gallas is a talented drummer and percussionist. Both of these musicians are also members of the band, Willow Morning.
Friday February 24 – Our own Dave Hawkins returns with more great songs and fun! Dave makes a rare appearance at his favorite home-town coffee house – that us! With his repertoire of AmeriCeltic, folk, country, rock and soft rock, Dave’s an audience favorite, and we love it when he stops here when he’s not touring or recording. Come see why the likes of the James Taylor, Aretha Franklin and Dolly Parton bands consider it a privilege to work with Dave -- and grab a copy of his newest CD while you’re here!
Saturday February 25 – Those Guys are back! Those Guys are back and burning up the oldies! Mostly new material plus some of your all-time favorites! College Hill Coffee Co. favorites! They always pack the house and create a lively night of entertainment -- great tunes from the 60s, 70s and 80s, and back with the memories, the harmonies and the fun of your favorite decades. Pals and singers since their days among the very first Aiken HS classes, they’ll have you reminiscing and wanting to sing along.
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MARCH Friday March 2 – Karl Dappen returns Karl has been making musical magic with the saxophone for years, playing professionally solo and with several pop, rock, blues and jazz groups in the region. Along with the Swingblade Duo, he has performed with bands such as the jazzcasters. Tonight’s one of his remarkable solo gigs!
Saturday March 3 – Angela Minton returns
At an early age, Angel had a wide variety of
musical interests including that of Elvis Presley,
Friday March 9 – Troubadours of Divine Bliss Through the years Aim Me Smiley and Renee Ananda have had the privilege of living the life of true troubadours, traveling the wondrous expanse of America, Europe & Canada & have been inspired accordingly. Acoustic music with a streak of old-timer flavor with a little weirdness, humor & range, sultry narratives, vaudeville send-ups. Troubadours of Divine Bliss are a duo from Kentucky brought together by the Universe in 1995, with the vision of being Troubadours of Divine Bliss, Street Performers who travel around encouraging Revolution of the Spirit & Courage of the Heart. Aim Me Smiley, on lead vocals and guitar and Renee Ananda, harmony vocal, accordion & ukulele.
Saturday March 10 – Susan Gray Singer-songwriter Susan Gray has been playing and loving music since she and a new set of drums took over her parents’ clothes closet when she was ten. Formerly, as part of the duo Gray-Joseph and now solo, she has been singing and playing guitar around the Cincinnati area since 1993. Her sound features her original work, highlighting her often personal, heartfelt lyrics and a rich, full voice in a soulful country/folk blend. She also belts out covers ranging from Brandi Carilile to Indigo Girls and Taylor Swift.
Friday March 16 -- Ryan Adcock Ryan’s a native Cincinnatian who been making quite a name for himself across the nation and in several foreign countries! He’s a favorite of ours and we couldn’t be happier that he’s finally taken a short break from touring and running marathons and is here to entertain you! He’s been voted “Best Rock Vocalist” and “Best Singer-Songwriter” in Cincinnati. Whether you call it folk-rock, indi-rock or rockin’ folk, Ryan pounds it out. Saturday March 17 – Sure ‘n’ begorrah, Greg and Craig are back! Greg and Craig bill themselves as “oldies playing oldies.” In fact, they are young-at-heart 50-something musicians who grew up with the Beatles, Motown, British Invasion, and country tunes from the 60's and 70's. Some of these tunes are kept alive through G and C's acoustic-guitar-with-percussion renditions. Greg performed in rock bands in the Oxford and Cincy area during his Miami University days. He and Craig met through their church's Praise Band. They’ll give you’re their take on Elvis, Johnny Cash, Marvin Gaye, Hank Williams and many more favorites.
Friday March 23 – Marianne Puntenney & Mikey Barrett Marianne has performed many times at CHCC with a variety of talented singers and musicians, such as Mary Kroner, Tom Gilker of “Tom and Larry” fame, and the Aqapelyx Anonymous. More recently, she has been dipping her toe into jazz standards, blues, R&B and classic rock. This has all come about with the support and encouragement of Mikey Barrett, who has been the bass player with Cincinnati’s premier dance band, The Modulators, for over 30 years. He also plays keyboard with the band, Stoopid Rooster, focusing more on jazz. With Mikey’s accompaniment on the keyboard, Marianne will be offering up her take on songs by Dionne Warwick, Etta James, Betty Carter, Billie Holliday, B.B. King, Al Green, Chaka Khan, Grace Slick and more. You’re not going to want to miss this duo!!
Saturday March 24 – Anna Beljin and Milovan Anna totally rocks this place -- Broadway to Gaga to Joplin! It’s an encore performance for Anna with her dad, Milovan, playing backup guitar. Enjoy their performance of new, classic, blues, rock and country! They’ve performed at the Queen City Balladeers concerts and other local festivals and concerts and a variety of other venues. She’s got a voice that will blow you away! Total talent with acoustic guitar and vocal pop/folk music. Anna is a big favorite at College Hill Coffee Co. – be here and you’ll see why!
Friday March 30 – Carole Walker Acoustic soul with a funky kick best self describes Carole Walker's musical style. She weaves her lyrics into a tapestry of spoken word, poems, and heartfelt songs all wrapped in her warm powerful voice. Though now in Columbus, Carole Walker will always be known as a Cincinnati music all-star. Walker spent a decade fronting the popular, hard-touring Cincinnati Funk/Jazz/Soul/Rock band Heavy Weather and later played around the area as a solo artist and with her acoustic-based Walker Project. In 2003, Carole was nominated and received the Cincinnati Music award (Cammy) for best Hip-hop vocal.
Saturday March 31 -- Bromwell-Diehl Band returns! BDB formed in the late '90s when songwriter Paul Bromwell asked vocalist Elaine Diehl to sing a demo of a few of his new tunes. The pair clicked immediately and invited Paul's drumming buddy, Mark Tipton, to join them on percussion, and Jan Diehl to play bass and sax. BDB has appeared at Seasongood Pavilion, Piatt Park, Borders Music and Books, Allyn's The Barrelhouse, Summerfair, Jammin' on Main and the Lilith Fair. The band was nominated for a Cincinnati Entertainment Award in November, 2000.
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