Write a commentOswego Music Hall kicks off the new year with the “outlandish energy” of RPR at the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake Street, Oswego on Saturday, January 13, 2018. Tickets are $19 (advance sale $17).
RPR— Rob Ritchie (keyboards), Al Parrish (bass) and Steve Ritchie (guitars)— rocked the folk/ roots music scene as the rhythm section of Tanglefoot. Their combination of vigor, poignancy and personality built RPR's reputation for arresting music, stories, laughter— and some astonishing vocal harmonies. With the addition of percussionist Beaker Granger, the harmonies remain, and so does the energy, the finely-honed songwriting, and their penchant for humor.
“In 2009, music lovers on two continents felt the tide go out when Tanglefoot, an award-winning Canadian folk band, called it a day. Four years later, Steve Ritchie, Al Parrish, and Rob Ritchie have come rushing back in a wave of big sound and familiar harmonies as RPR. Said Steve Ritchie, “Maybe it's inevitable that the old Tanglefoot rhythm section could neither stay off stage nor away from each other for long." Drawing upon years of performing together, RPR has quickly reestablished a reputation for thoughtful, intelligent lyrics, diversity of sound, contageous energy, and yes, lots of hair.” —AnneMarie Rowland, Mosaic, 11/1/17
“This was my first RPR show and I marvelled at the talent and versatility on stage. Steve and Al exchanged their instruments like golfers exchange golf clubs, and so it shouldn’t have come as a surprise to see Beaker step out from the drum set, pick up a guitar and take to the mic. Steve jumped behind the drums in his place and supported Beaker’s powerful ‘I’ll Be Home.’
“This band does not just tell stories in their songs, they tell stories about the stories in their songs, which for attentive fans is a great payoff. To get the jokes, the energy, the wit, go see RPR the next chance you get.” —Jesse Wilkinson, Rrampt, 3/4/17
To learn more about RPR and listen to a video clip, explore their website at: http://www.rprmusic.com
Enjoy RPR live, at the all-volunteer family friendly Oswego Music Hall. The venue is the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake Street, Oswego. The atmosphere is intimate with candle-lit tables surrounding a small stage. Desserts, light snacks and beverages are available for purchase.
Tickets can be purchased on-line at http:// oswegomusichall.org/ or at the river’s end bookstore, 19 West Bridge Street in Oswego; also at any Hook or Saturday concert. Children under 12 are half- price and those under 5 are free.
Enjoy performing artists on three stages at the family friendly Oswego Music Hall. All shows start at 7:30 pm with doors opening at 7:00. The next National Stage show will be on Jan. 27, 2018 and will feature the Durham County Poets (www.durhamcountypoets.com). Admission to National Stage concerts varies with $2 off for advance purchase.
Open Mic Fridays take place on the same weekend as National Stage concerts with all ages and abilities are welcome. Next Open Mic Friday will be on Friday, Feb. 26 with Guest Host, John McConnell. Admission is $2.
The Hook Singer/Songwriter Series returns again on Friday, Feb. 16. Sharing the stage will be Cam Caruso, Corey Paige and the Ghost Town Ramblers. The round robin setting allows the performers an opportunity to interact with the audience and each other and to discuss the songwriting process. Admission is $12
For a complete performance schedule and ticket information, visit the website at http:// oswegomusichall.org/ or stop at the river’s end bookstore, 19 West Bridge Street in Oswego.
The Music Hall is a non profit organization that has been run entirely by volunteers from its inception 40 years ago. Volunteers can earn admission to shows through various tasks— from running the sound board to making popcorn. Students can also earn credit for community service. Find more information online at http:// oswegomusichall.org/ or email: [email protected].
Concerts are made possible in part with funding by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and the New York State Legislature.
