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January
Tuesday

ACMA Songwriters on The Plaza

January 14, 2020 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Free
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Rain or Shine, moved inside if needed.
Robert Bidney, Annie Wenz, Mary Dahl

The Lee County Library has joined with The ACMA (Americana Community Music Association), to offer free Acoustic concerts of all original music. Concerts will take place in the Amphitheater, which is located on South Cornog Plaza. Bring a chair or a blanket, shows will be moved indoors depending on weather.

The ACMA is a Fort Myers based not for profit that promotes local artists who perform their own original songs. Come hear great original music and the stories behind the songs in an intimate Songwriters Showcase. Be prepared to enjoy an evening of professional quality acoustic Americana music. Americana music a coming together of blues, roots, folk and country.
Robert Bidney, Annie Wenz, Bill Veach

Robert Bidney is a singer / songwriter whose messages are as strong as his melodies. His music is relatable and has a strong commercial sensibility.
His songs have been covered by an eclectic group of recording artists around the world, plus his work has been on several national radio and TV commercials.

Bidney’s second album “Rush of Hope”, released in May 2019, addresses universal themes through a lens of optimism. With its message of love instead of hate, the music resonates in today’s social climate.

“Rush of Hope”, in its first few months after release, has received positive album reviews, airplay in the U.S., Scotland, Amsterdam and London.

A seasoned performer, Bidney connects with his audiences through his infectious energy and emotional performances.

He is an active member of the Americana Community Music Association and lives in Southwest Florida.

Annie Wenz has shared her songs & stomped her dusty musical ankle shakers through 25 countries around the world… from some of the most known festivals in the US, to rallys, street corners, schools & arts centers, refugee camps in Pakistan, spas in Malaysia, ESPN videos, Independent Film & theater scores, & blaring speakers at Major League Ballparks, Sirius XM & radio stations internationally.

She has collaborated musically with Dr. Jerri Nielsen of the “Icebound” book, Author Robert Macomber , baseball legend Bill Spaceman Lee, & Roy “Futureman” Wooten of Bela Fleck & the Flecktones!

Annie is known for her Kerouac-ish magnifying glass-ified lyrical portrait story songs & her unique way of blending roots, multi-cultural influences & funky rhythms…

She has 8 recordings on her own indie label “Island Gypsy” including her all instrumental CD “Rain on Bare Skin” used by yoga & wellness practitioners around the world, & her buzzed about, played on SiriusXM radio CD, “Ride The Sky” penned at stoplights while twirling about dusty back Americana roads on her Harley.

She lives in her natty boots. “it’s a muddy road out there, but somebody’s gotta ride thru it!”

Mary Dahl, singer/song writer with Carolyn Stanley

Mary performed throughout MD, PA, and DC for 20 years with a quartet known as “The Lite Side”.

Bragging rights include performing at the White House on six separate occasions, for two different administrations. Her favorite experience, was a Christmas candlelight reception for visiting dignitaries which included a private tour of the White House.

They performed for 10 years at Hershey Park Chocolate World opening the Christmas season festivities.

However, she is particularly proud to boast that they opened for a sold out concert by the Kingston Trio and were permitted to accompany the Trio in their performance .

Carolyn Stanley will be accompanying Mary with her sharp harmonies and proficient playing style on guitar.

Carolyn often performs with her husband, David Stanley and her brother, Larry Tuttle at various venues in SW Florida.  For many years, she and her husband performed with Peach’s Little Band in the Ohio/West Virginia area.

Mary and Carolyn are neighbors and have enjoyed sharing and exploring their common interest in music as well as enjoying each other’s company.

 

 

 

 

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Details
Date: January 14, 2020
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Cost: Free
Venue
Address: 1651 Lee St
Fort Myers , FL 33901 United States

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