Bing Arts Center http://bingartscenter.org Mon, 14 May 2012 14:37:03 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Racing Heart http://bingartscenter.org/2012/05/04/racing-heart/ http://bingartscenter.org/2012/05/04/racing-heart/#comments Fri, 04 May 2012 18:06:57 +0000 Bing Administrator http://bingartscenter.org/?p=727 Don’t miss Racing Heart, a Norwegian/American indie folk band based in Brooklyn. Led by songwriter Mathias Hatleskog Tjonn, who plays autoharp, guitars, keys, and percussion, he is joined by Justin Keller on woodwinds and Kendall Eddy on double-bass; all three provide vocals and harmonies. Racing Heart plays indie folk with the earnest yearnings of American golden era pop music, the earthiness of the English folk revival and the searching spirit of contemporary Scandinavian indie rock.

Doors open at 7:30. Refreshments available. $5 at the door.

]]> http://bingartscenter.org/2012/05/04/racing-heart/feed/ 0 Watershops Studio Recording Artists http://bingartscenter.org/2012/05/03/watershops-studio-recording-artists-2/ http://bingartscenter.org/2012/05/03/watershops-studio-recording-artists-2/#comments Thu, 03 May 2012 14:11:23 +0000 Bing Administrator http://bingartscenter.org/?p=750 The Bing Arts Center will host a Singer/Songwriter evening featuring several new recording artists on Saturday, May 26, at 7:30 p.m. Eva Cappelli and Joe Carvalho of the Watershops Studio in Springfield are delighted to showcase these talented performers. This is an excellent opportunity to meet the singers and enjoy a broad range of styles and skills.

Singer/Songwriter Greg Silveira plays Delta style blues with extraordinary guitar skills and deep, bluesy vocals.

Singer/Songwriter Nick Brady writes very interesting music and performs with deep and rich vocals making you stop, listen, and want more.

Singer/Songwriter Hanna Holman is a lovely young harpist and songstress with a soft, gentle, lullaby-like style.

Singer/Songwriter Kate Mitchell has just released her first CD, Circus Ride, and also plays with the East of the Sky Orchestra.

Storyteller and Dreamweaver Mr. LD Green will bring you into his world with such riveting tales, you won’t want his stories to end.

Doors open at 7. Refreshments available. $5 at the door.

]]> http://bingartscenter.org/2012/05/03/watershops-studio-recording-artists-2/feed/ 0 Ignite the Mic! hosted by Teatro V!da http://bingartscenter.org/2012/05/01/ignite-the-mic-hosted-by-teatro-vda-4/ http://bingartscenter.org/2012/05/01/ignite-the-mic-hosted-by-teatro-vda-4/#comments Tue, 01 May 2012 18:15:12 +0000 Bing Administrator http://bingartscenter.org/?p=734 The Bing is pleased to present Ignite the Mic, a monthly open mic series hosted by Teatro V!da. The performance events take place on the last Wednesday of each month. Performers may sign-up beginning at 6:45 p.m. Spanish and English poetry and music improvisations will create an intimate and fun evening of voices celebrating the healing power of arts in everyday life! The mic will be open for ages 12 to 25, but we hope everyone will come out to support the young artists. Refreshments available. Goodwill donation.

]]> http://bingartscenter.org/2012/05/01/ignite-the-mic-hosted-by-teatro-vda-4/feed/ 0 June First Friday with John Brandoli http://bingartscenter.org/2012/04/30/june-first-friday-with-john-brandoli/ http://bingartscenter.org/2012/04/30/june-first-friday-with-john-brandoli/#comments Mon, 30 Apr 2012 14:21:06 +0000 Bing Administrator http://bingartscenter.org/?p=754 He was voted ”Best SingerSongwriter” in the Pioneer Valley Advocate 2010 Readers’ Poll, but John’s exceptional writing is only part of his multi-dimensional appeal. With a powerhouse voice and unique stage presence, John leaves audiences spellbound.

Doors open at 7:30. Refreshments available. $5 at the door.

]]> http://bingartscenter.org/2012/04/30/june-first-friday-with-john-brandoli/feed/ 0 Rules of the Game, Artists’ Reception for Terry Jenoure, Anne LaPrade Seuthe, and Shawn Farley http://bingartscenter.org/2012/04/27/rules-of-the-game-artists-reception-for-terry-jenoure-ann-laprade-seuthe-and-shawn-farley/ http://bingartscenter.org/2012/04/27/rules-of-the-game-artists-reception-for-terry-jenoure-ann-laprade-seuthe-and-shawn-farley/#comments Fri, 27 Apr 2012 01:26:34 +0000 Bing Administrator http://bingartscenter.org/?p=675 An artists’ reception will be held on Saturday, April 28, from 5 to 7 p.m. followed by music from Kathy Chapman and Blue Moon.

]]> http://bingartscenter.org/2012/04/27/rules-of-the-game-artists-reception-for-terry-jenoure-ann-laprade-seuthe-and-shawn-farley/feed/ 0 Kathy Chapman and Blue Moon http://bingartscenter.org/2012/04/26/kathy-chapman-and-blue-moon/ http://bingartscenter.org/2012/04/26/kathy-chapman-and-blue-moon/#comments Thu, 26 Apr 2012 01:25:23 +0000 Bing Administrator http://bingartscenter.org/?p=700 The Bing is proud to present Kathy Chapman and Blue Moon on Saturday, April 28, at 7 p.m. immediately following our artists’ reception. Singer/songwriter Kathy Chapman sings in a smooth folk/rock, often bluesy, style about family, love, and life’s challenges. Kathy and Blue Moon present an intriguing mix of originals and covers featuring enthusiasm and fine musicianship in equal doses! The Bing is very pleased to welcome Kathy and the band back! Refreshments will be available. A $5 donation is suggested.

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This April independent singer-songwriters JD Eicher, Joy Ike, and Kurt Scobie will be making their way through the Northeast with a performance at Springfield’s Bing Arts Center on Tuesday, May 1st.

With recognition from NPRs’ All Things Considered, Pittsburgh-based artist Joy Ike has earned a reputation as being “a truly compelling act to watch in person, with the ability to create an intimate setting in locations big and small.”  Ike has been voted Pittsburgh City Paper’s Best Singer-Songwriter for four years running and enjoys making music which she categorizes as “soulfolk”. Her music has drawn comparisons to artist such as Corinne Bailey Rae, Fiona Apple, and Regina Spektor.

JD Eicher, a Youngstown, OH-based artist has becoming a music staple in the Northeast, playing Colleges, universities, festivals, fairs, and countless other venues with his band, JD Eicher & The Goodnights. Together they have had the opportunity to open for Coldplay, Rod Stewart, and Bryan Adams. Eicher’s music fits comfortable between pop and folk, with an upbeat acoustic rock sound similar to that of The Script or Keane.

Kurt Scobie, who hails from Atlanta, GA, travels the country extensively, playing Universities, coffeehouses, and traditional venues for audiences of all ages.  With influences such as Matt Kearney and Dave Matthews, and a sound reminiscent to that of Gavin Degraw and Sara Barielles, Scobie’s powerful, percussive piano playing and introspective songwriting have a magnetic effect on his audiences.

To learn more about the artists, please visit www.joyike.com/eistour. 

Doors open at 7:30. Refreshments available. Goodwill donation.

]]> http://bingartscenter.org/2012/04/25/singersongwriter-evening-with-joy-ike-j-d-eicher-kurt-scobie/feed/ 0 May First Friday with THeCHiCKeNYaRD http://bingartscenter.org/2012/04/25/may-first-friday-with-thechickenyard/ http://bingartscenter.org/2012/04/25/may-first-friday-with-thechickenyard/#comments Wed, 25 Apr 2012 17:01:06 +0000 Bing Administrator http://bingartscenter.org/?p=723 This roots-rock, blues band is heavily influenced by folk staples such as Bob Dylan, Neil Young, and Johnny Cash with overtones of The Rolling Stones adding a modern edge and continuing the traditional acoustic feel. With yowling vocal and harmonies to match, to janglin’ rhythm guitars, floating leads and driving percussion, they’ll draw you in and soothe your mood like a ritalin-zoloft martini.

Doors open at 7:30. Refreshments available. $5 at the door.

]]> http://bingartscenter.org/2012/04/25/may-first-friday-with-thechickenyard/feed/ 0 Take Better Photos, Even with a Phone! with Chris Marion http://bingartscenter.org/2012/04/24/take-better-photos-even-with-a-phone-with-chris-marion/ http://bingartscenter.org/2012/04/24/take-better-photos-even-with-a-phone-with-chris-marion/#comments Tue, 24 Apr 2012 18:20:14 +0000 Bing Administrator http://bingartscenter.org/?p=741 Most people have a camera (at least in their phones) with them constantly. However, comparatively few have the basic knowledge and skills to get the most out of this amazing technology. That’s where Chris Marion comes in.

Chris is a Springfield based freelance photographer. He is the team photographer for the Springfield Armor of the NBA D-League and frequently shoots for NBA Entertainment. Chris’ teaching style is laid back and humorous. He’s not ashamed to be a ‘new’ photographer, embracing the digital side of photography and all that goes with it.

This class will be an overview of best practices, techniques, and general insight into what photography is today. Bring your camera! Whether it’s a point and shoot, a DSLR, or your iPhone/Android (Chris LOVES to take pictures with his iPhone) we’ll talk about how to use it, when to use it, and answer questions that you have about what you’re “supposed” to do with the thing.

The goal of the evening is to have you come away with a good foundation to build on, some resources that may help, and a feeling of invigoration for taking more (and better) photos!

$20 per person
To register please call
413 731-9730 or email info@BingArtsCenter.org
]]> http://bingartscenter.org/2012/04/24/take-better-photos-even-with-a-phone-with-chris-marion/feed/ 0 Derrik Jordan to perform in Bing Artbeat World Music Series http://bingartscenter.org/2012/03/30/derrik-jordan-to-perform-in-bing-artbeat-world-music-series/ http://bingartscenter.org/2012/03/30/derrik-jordan-to-perform-in-bing-artbeat-world-music-series/#comments Fri, 30 Mar 2012 01:01:31 +0000 Bing Administrator http://bingartscenter.org/?p=655 The Bing Arts Center is delighted to welcome the talented Derrik Jordan to Springfield for an April 19th Bing Artbeat World Music Series performance! As a multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and composer, he is used to wearing many hats. Jordan plays 5-string electric violin with a looper, guitar, keyboard, and all kinds of percussion and  “performing original music for real audiences ties it together” for him. The performances reflect his fascination with world musical traditions and instruments. This concert should not be missed! Tickets are $7.50, can be purchased in advance at Flowers, Flowers! 758 Sumner Avenue in Springfield, and will sold at the door if seats remain. Refreshments will be available for purchase.

Bing Artbeat World Music Series made possible in part by Forest Park Liquors.

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