"Clark's music is right up there with her mentors. Joni, Rickie and Bonnie, move over. Make room for Anni ..." - NEW ENGLAND PERFORMER MAGAZINE
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| Read the story behind this video [here]! |
| Check out what happened when Anni sat in with the Sons Of The Beach at The Brunswick in Old Orchard Beach [here]! |
| If you missed "An Evening with Maine's Finest Female Singer-Songwriters" featuring: Anni Clark, Ellen Tipper, Rachel Griffin, & Marie Moreshead at the WATERVILLE OPERA HOUSE on July 26th, 2008 click [here] to listen to the recording! |
| Listen to Anni's podcast [here]! Provided by Austin Connection, where you will find some of the best songwriters in or just passing through the Austin, TX area, you'll hear Anni performing four of her songs and offering insight into her career and music. To learn more about podcasts (just what the heck IS a podcast, anyway?) click [here]. Enjoy! |
May 1, 2013Hello to All! It feels like spring might come to New England after all. We waited long enough this year... I am ready. I only have a few shows on the books for the month of May... I'm gonna take some time to get outside, listen to the peepers, ride my bike, climb a mountain, feel the air on my face. These things will rejuvenate me & prep me for the fun summer ahead. I'm teaching until June 18th... after that, the sky's the limit. So here's what's up this month, in this order:
1. MAY / JUNE SHORT LIST (Date, Venue, Town & Time Only)
2. TARGETS (Details on MAY Shows)
3. FUTURE TARGETS (Mark your calendars!)
4. CURRENT CEREBRAL WANDERINGS
5. PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
1. MAY / JUNE SHORT LIST (Date, Venue, Town & Time Only)
FRI, MAY 3 - JJ's - Old Orchard Beach ME - 6:30PM
SAT, MAY 4 - SMCC - S Portland ME - 10AM to 4PM
Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency Fair
(details in FUTURE TARGETS)
FRI, MAY 10 - Sarge's - Saco ME - 7PM
FRI, JUNE 7 - JJ's - OOB ME - 6:30PM
FRI, JUNE 14 - Sarge's - Saco ME - 7PM
WED, JUNE 19 - Nonantum Resort - Kennebunkport ME - 6PM
THURS, JUNE 20 - Nonantum Resort - Kennebunkport ME - 6PM
FRI, JUNE 21 - Pirates' Patio - Old Orchard Beach ME - 2PM
Teachers' Appreciation Day Event!
SAT, JUNE 29 - 11th Annual Kingfield Pops Festival - Kingfield ME
(Gates open at 4:30)
2. TARGETS (Details on MAY Shows)
FRIDAY / MAY 3 / JJ's / OLD ORCHARD BEACH ME / 6:30PM / 207-934-0222... this is right down the street from my house. LOVE having JJ's in my own back yahd. Great food & drinks, local music & local color combine to make this a fave hang in OOB 12 months of the year... & I get to play the first Friday of every month! Here's JJ's [website].
SATURDAY / MAY 4 / SOUTHERN MAINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE / S PORTLAND ME / A RENEWABLE ENERGY & ENERGY EFFICIENCY FAIR / 10AM TO 4PM... Continue to celebrate Earth Day by going green with renewable energy! Homeowners, small businesses and the general public are invited to this free event where experts in renewable energy will provide information, give demonstrations, and answer participants’ questions. Both adults and children will enjoy activities that educate, expand perspectives and inspire lifelong dedication to sustainable practices. Anni will be performing some of her music between activities, hopefully outdoors, weather permitting. This event is co-sponsored by Southern Maine Community College and Common Ground Learning Solutions. The location on campus is at the SMCC Sustainability and Energy Alternatives (SEA) Center and surrounding fields (Jewett Hall if weather is inclement.) Register in advance by clicking [here]. Please note the link is being updated even as I write. Check in for further updates in coming days. Hope to see you there!
FRIDAY / MAY 10 / SARGE'S / SACO ME / 7PM / 207-284-1299... this is a somewhat hidden treasure, but those who frequent the place do so for good reason... awesome food... Mexican, steaks & seafood... yummy apps & cocktails of course. My pal, Sarge has been through more than his share of major health issues & I want to put it out there that you can help his recovery by supporting his venue. If you've been putting it off, the time is now to stop in & hang out while I'm hummin' & strummin'... you'll be glad you did, and so will he. Check 'em out [here].
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3. FUTURE TARGETS (Mark your calendars!)
SATURDAY / JUNE 29 / 11TH ANNUAL KINGFIELD POPS FESTIVAL / KINGFIELD ME / 207-265-POPS... I am SOOO excited about playing this event! Kingfield is that really cool little town you pass through on your way to Sugarloaf Mountain & Carrabassett Valley. I have always thought that mountains & music go together... & my music & these mountains have been friends for a long time. Playing at the 11th Annual Pops Fest will be like coming home. It all takes place in a big field at the Kennedy Farm... there will be 4 acts performing, including yours truly, The Sultans of String & the Bangor Symphony Orchestra! I hear from folks that have been to this event that it is one of their fave concert series of the year, every year. Knowing that past Maine singer-songwriters have included Noel Paul Stookey & Dave Mallett, I am quite honored to be part of this year's line up. You can call the number above, e-mail info@kingfieldpops.com &/or check out their website [here]. The fees are as follows: Adults: $20 advance, $25 @ gate; 17 & under FREE! Gates open @ 4:30PM. I can't wait!!!
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4. CURRENT CEREBRAL WANDERINGS
As the weather warms & the daffodils finally begin to bloom in my yard, I contemplate the passing of April. I spent a lot of time with my family in the aftermath of losing my Mom on Easter Sunday. The memorial service we pulled together for her was held on April 10th at her church in our hometown of Yarmouth. It was a personalized celebration of her life that moved all of us in attendance.
My Mom always liked to challenge herself & those around her... about 15 years ago, she put in place a challenge that I thought I might not be able to meet. I had just released my CD "A Light for Liza" which includes a song I wrote for Mom called "I Hear Your Voice." Those of you who don't know yet, my Mom lost her voice to throat cancer in the mid-80's... for 27 years, she spoke with "a talker" held up to her neck. My song suggests that I can still hear her real voice & I remember all the things she taught me. My Mom allowed as how she didn't think I'd be able to sing that song at a memorial service for her when the time came. How we wound up talking about that 15 years ago, I don't recall... but I never forgot she said that.
I am happy to say that I rose to that occasion on April 10th & was able to say "Mom, I love you, but I'm not gonna concede this one to you!" With help from my good friend Dan Merrill on guitar & vocals, I was able to play & sing the song with as much passion as I have ever sung it... I was sooo glad I didn't have to "Plan B" the moment & turn on the CD... it felt good to sing & it was a moment I'll always have to lean on. The soul is a powerful thing... every cell in my body was engaged in the singing of that song that day.
Five days after Mom's service, the tragedies at the Boston Marathon began to unfold. One of the first thoughts in my mind was "I am thankful my Mom isn't here to witness this." She would have had such a difficult time with it. Mom was an empath... she felt the pain of all people. I know she would have carried a great sadness in her heart for a long while... she would have wondered again about what's happening to our society. I am glad she missed this one.
What's more important to me, though, is that I remember she was the first person I called in tears on 9/11. I called right after I saw the second plane hit the tower. She picked up the phone... I said "MOM?" She said simply "Don't you let what these people are doing change the beautiful person that you are." WOW. I am thankful she said that... it helps me through times like this... & I will always hear her voice.
Wishing you all a beautiful spring. If you can take time to catch a show, I'd love to see you.
Peace,
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2013 June 7 - JJ's Eatery Too - Old Orchard Beach ME - 6:30PM - 207-934-0222 14 - Sarge's - Saco ME - 7PM - 207-284-1299 19 - Nonantum Resort - Kennebunkport ME - 6PM - 207-967-4050 20 - Nonantum Resort - Kennebunkport ME - 6PM - 207-967-4050 21 - Pirates Patio - Old Orchard Beach ME - 2PM - Teachers' Appreciation Event 29 - Kingfield POPS - Kennedy Farm - Kingfield ME - 207-265-POPS info@kingfieldpops.com ; (4 acts, including Anni & the Bangor Symphony Orchestra!) Adults: $20 advance, $25 @ gate; 17 & under FREE! Gates @ 4:30PM July 5 - JJ's Eatery Too - Old Orchard Beach ME - 7 PM - 207-934-0222 12 - Sarge's - Saco ME - 7PM - 207-284-1299 13 - Point Sebago Resort - Casco ME - 8PM - 207-655-1708 18 - Concerts in the Park - Old Orchard Beach ME - (details TBA) 21 - Shovel Handle Pub - Jackson NH - 6PM - 603-383-8916 29 - Lake Pemaquid Campground - Damariscotta ME - 7:30PM - 207-563-5202 August 2 - JJ's Eatery Too - Old Orchard Beach ME - 7PM - 207-934-0222 19 - Poland Spring Resort - Poland Spring ME - Summer Concert Series - 7PM 23 - Sarge's - Saco ME - 7PM - 207-284-1299 24 - Point Sebago Resort - Casco ME - 8PM - 207-655-1708 25 - Shovel Handle Pub - Jackson NH - 6PM - 603-383-8916 September 6 - JJ's Eatery Too - Old Orchard Beach ME - 7PM - 207-934-0222 13 - Sarge's - Saco ME - 7PM - 207-284-1299 27 - Shovel Handle Pub - Jackson NH - 6PM - 603-383-8916 back to top |
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