CROSS RHYTHMS

Ever heard of a "Christian" rave? Probably not. But Ictus Ichthus Productions (of which my daughter Crystal is a part) is a ministry determined to provide a drug-free, alcohol-free environment for those who love the rhythms of the Rave.

Cross Rhythms

When: Friday, May 2, 2003  - 7pm -2am

Where: Cedar Ridge Community Church, Spencerville, MD

Cost: $10

Ages: 15 years and older

Who's Spinning?:

Frankie Vibe (gospel house)  Stephen Christopher (progressive) 

Rapture Man (house/r & b)  Prism (tribal house) and Kai (drum and bass)

I'll be there, but I'll be incognito...check it out.

New England Brass Band

Do you like British Brass? Do you even know what the difference is? Well, the first hint is there are NO trumpets...Cornets only!

Here is a shameless plug for one of my favorite "British Brass" type bands: the New England Brass Band. Under the direction of Boston Symphony Orchestra's bass trombonist, Doug Yeo, this band of extraordinary volunteers has had the opportunity to record not one, but two albums in Symphony Hall.

I have many fond memories of the annual Christmas concerts and pot luck dinners we had in Andover with the NEBB...(Hey, 'guys' [guys: any member of the band, both male and female] do you remember the year we ordered Chinese food?) Always playing to a packed house, this band has been a yearly favorite Christmas offering at Free Church.

Be sure to check out their CD's and make a plan to book them at your church or community venue.

APRIL STACE VEGA

If you haven't had a chance to catch harpist April Stace Vega plucking her stuff, you might want to step out this Saturday night (or any Saturday night) down to M and 30th in Georgetown to hear her at Twist.

One of those quirky little places, Twist couldn't have more than a dozen tables, but the food is eclectic and tasty and the service we received was excellent! In such a small space, you won't have much trouble watching this mesmerizing harpist (and all of the passers-by who stop to watch her through the front glass window!).

April does take special requests (ask her to do one of her original pieces!) and includes in the evening's repertoire everything from Erik Satie to Tracy Chapman. Hey, Cedar Ridgers, check her out...she loves to see familiar faces.