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SUMMARY:ACMA Songwriters at Koreshan State Park
DESCRIPTION:ACMA Songwriters at Koreshan State Park \nThe Friends of Koreshan State Park have partnered with the ACMA (Americana Community Music Association) to present monthly concerts featuring all-original music by talented local artists. \nBring a chair or blanket and settle in for an evening under the stars.   \nThe ACMA\, a Fort Myers–based nonprofit\, is dedicated to promoting original music by local singer-songwriters. Each showcase features artists sharing their songs\, the stories behind them\, and a lifetime of experiences— Prepare for an evening of professional-quality acoustic Americana music\, which blends blues\, roots\, folk\, bluegrass\, and country. Details: \n\nTickets: $10 (includes parking) Children under 12 free \nAdvance Tickets\, Guarantee entrance additional tickets at the gate if space allows.\n    TICKET LINK   https://friendsofkoreshan.org/event-6410030/Registration\nSchedule: Gates open at 6:30.  Show runs from 7-8:30 \n\nSongwriters: Joe Terlizzi\, Bill Frey\, &  Matt Hannam \nJoe Terizzi. Joe comes from Jersey City\, NJ and has been playing guitar since the age of 10. He started in rock bands in his teens and went through an acoustic period in his early twenties after graduating from Stevens Tech. As a member of Hobo King\, he and friend Ed Bank opened for some well known folk acts of the day. But he decided to pursue a career as a chemical patent specialist and put his songwriting chops on the back burner. This job allowed him to travel the world on business and live in New York City for many years. Musical interests eventually won out and in 2012\, he decided to release a CD of original songs by playing all the instruments and recording it at home. Since then\, he has self-released two more CDs and recently finished his fourth. He spends his winters in Fort Myers and for summers\, he recently relocated to West New York\, NJ. He enjoys being a member of ACMA and is thrilled to be invited to open up for Jann. Look for his new CD\, “Thankful”\, soon available on most musical platforms. \nBill Frey started playing guitar/harmonica and song writing in 1960’s. Influenced by Miles Davis\, Billie Holiday\, Chuck Berry\, Harry Leahey\, Jimmy Smith\, Kenny Burrell\, Bob Dylan\, John Pilla\, Paul Butterfield\, and BB King\, his musical style remains eclectic but blues based. He has recorded and played venues in NYC\, Philadelphia\, up and down the Jersey Shore\, the Hamptons\, Boston and Burlington\, Vermont. His career has included stints with The Floyd Morgan Blues Band\, The Bristol Flames and for the past 30 years leading the Deep Freyed Blues collective. \nMatt Hannam is a covers artist and songwriter who performs as a solo artist and with The Collective. Matt is a former school teacher who has worked in the Telecommunications industry for the past 21 years. He has been a member of the ACMA since the founding year and is a former board member of both the ACMA and Hope by Song.
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/acma-songwriters-at-koreshan-state-park-5/
LOCATION:Koreshan State Park\, 3800 Corkscrew Rd\, Estero\, FL\, 33928\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tret Fure in Concert! Gene Martin Opens
DESCRIPTION:Tret Fure began her career at the age of 16\, singing in coffeehouses and campuses in the Midwest. At 19\, she moved to LA in hopes of obtaining a record deal. Within a year she was performing as guitarist and vocalist for Spencer Davis\, touring with him and penning the single for his album Mousetrap. She went on to record her own album Tret Fure in 1973\, on MCA/UNI Records\, with the late Lowell George of Little Feat as her producer. With the success of that release\, she opened for such bands as Yes\, Poco\, and the J Geils Band.\nA prolific artist in the contemporary singer-songwriter arena\, Tret Fure has released 18 albums and CDs over the course of her 51-year career. Her new CD\, Lavender Moonshine has just been released in late 2023. In addition to being a gifted songwriter\, Fure has engineered and produced countless recordings by a variety of artists\, including her own work.\nIn the early ’80s\, Tret moved to the independent side of the industry discovering the blossoming genre known as Women’s Music. She recorded with and produced some of the best of women’s music including mixing the legendary Meg & Cris at Carnegie Hall (1983). She worked as a duo with Cris Williamson throughout the ’90s\, producing\, engineering and releasing three CDs together. Now after nine acoustic releases on her own label\, Tomboy girl Records\, she has re-established herself in the folk world.\nJust a couple of her career highlights:\n2023 – Tret was awarded the Phil Ochs Award in recognition of her music and her activism for social and political justice.2022 – Finalist in the USA Songwriting Competition with Tret’s new song\, “Home You Go”.\nTake a listen to some of her music:tretfure.com\nACMA Member and Singer/Songwriter\, Gene Martin opens the show. Gene\, who has sung in choirs\, choruses and glee clubs most of his early life\, first started playing ukulele at age 13\, then banjo and guitar. He graduated from medical school in 1967\, was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1968\, and served as a battalion surgeon in Vietnam for a year. He joined the ACMA in 2016 and has been writing music ever since. He is leader of the four member band The Floridians.\nTickets for the show are available at the door.\nSuggested door donations are as follows:$15/Members$20/General Admission\nThe ACMA listening room doors open at 6:30 pm and the show begins at 7:00pm
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/tret-fure-in-concert-gene-martin-opens/
LOCATION:ACMA. at All Faiths Unitarian\, 2756 McGregor Blvd.\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33901
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SUMMARY:Betty Soo in Concert! Roy Schneider Opens
DESCRIPTION:Betty Soo is as Texan as they come.\nRaised outside Houston by first-generation Korean immigrant parents\, educated at UT\, she grew up listening to the Great American songbook and country radio. Older sisters led her to the world of singer/songwriters\, and nights spent at The Cactus Café and Hole In The Wall turned her on to the legacy of Texas song.\nHer 2007 solo disc\, Little Tiny Secrets\, garnered heavy regional airplay; 2009’s Heat Sin Water Sin produced by Gurf Morlix (Lucinda Williams\, Ray Wylie Hubbard)\, provided building blocks to a national (and international) audience. In 2014\, When We’re Gone\, co-produced with cellist Brian Standefer (Alejandro Escovedo\, Terry Allen) placed her firmly in the first rank of songwriters working today.\nShe’s won the requisite awards: New Folk at Kerrville\, Songwriter of the Year at Big Top Chautauqua\, The Dave Carter Songwriting Award at Sisters Folk Festival\, Mountain Stage’s New Song.\nShe’s played the festivals – multiple South by Southwests\, Kerrville\, Calgary and more. And the radio shows – E-Town\, Mountain Stage\, WoodSongs\, BBC 2 with Bob Harris.\nHer singing has been heard on Riverdale and Girl Boss\, and her songs formed the musical backbone to Christine Hoang’s 2017 play A Girl Named Sue\, singled out by Austin360.com in their review as “gorgeous\, moving ballads comment(ing) on the themes of the scenes they punctuate.”\nThe future looks auspicious for BettySoo.\nUntil the novel corona-virus shutdown\, the Nobody’s Girl project was touring nonstop\, and their intelligent lyrics and tightly-woven harmonies keep their audiences entranced. The trio recorded a full-length album featuring players such as Charlie Sexton (Bob Dylan)\, J.J. Johnson (Tedeschi Trucks)\, Glenn Fukunaga (The Chicks)\, David Grissom (Buddy Guy\, Allman Brothers\, Ringo Starr)\, and Michael Ramos (John Mellencamp\, BoDeans)\, who reprised his role as producer. She hit the road as dedicated support for songwriting heroes James McMurtry and Chris Smither. You’ll likely see her onstage singing harmonies at shows for artists such as Eliza Gilkyson\, James Hyland\, Kim Richey\, and more. Music programmers have an embarrassment of riches to choose from\, and listeners still have the opportunity to re-familiarize – or hear for the first time – the extraordinary talent that is BettySoo.\nIn the Time of COVID-19\, BettySoo cut a unique path through the broad streaming landscape — and as with everything she does\, she approached it in a way that invites authentic connection\, encourages compassion\, and merits listening. Her weekly Nobody’s Happy Hour via Zoom fostered an intimate and meaningful community and were hailed by many as one of the most creative streamed residencies anywhere.\nAwards\, music and more at:bettysoo.com\n\n\nRoy Schneider  opens  \n\nTickets for this show are available at the door.\nDoor Donations:$15/Members$20/General Admission\nThe doors to the ACMA listening room open at 6:30 PM and the show begins at 7:00 PM
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/betty-soo-in-concert-hank-woji-opens/
LOCATION:ACMA. at All Faiths Unitarian\, 2756 McGregor Blvd.\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33901
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SUMMARY:Bill Kirchen in concert.   Anthony Wayne opens
DESCRIPTION:$25.00   ADVANCE TICKET Needed. : See link below \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/bill-kirchen-in-concert-anthony-wayne-opens-general-public-ticket-link-tickets-1980559953135?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl\nDoors 6:30\nShow 7:00 \nGet ready for an awesome night with Bill Kirchen rocking the \nACMA stage live! We are so excited that the stars finally aligned for the ACMA to bring Bill Kirchen\, Titan of the Telecaster\, Alumni of Commander Cody and the Lost Planet Airmen to our stage. Bill hasn’t been resting on his laurels\, he’s been continuallly playing out and about. Here’s a bit about him..From performing with his Who Knows Pickers jug band in Ann Arbor High School’s senior talent show (also on the program: the future Iggy Pop)\, to birthing the Americana genre with the original “hippie country band\,” Commander Cody and his Lost Planet Airmen\, this affable Austinite has been everywhere\, man\, flying alongside some of the planet’s coolest cats — including the Jesus of Cool\, Nick Lowe\, and Lowe’s old protégé\, Elvis Costello. \nKirchen’s right-place-at-the-right-time career has put him at the forefront of many musical movements\, including outlaw country; Commander Cody’s 1974 album\, Live from Deep in the Heart of Texas\,recorded at Austin’s legendary Armadillo World Headquarters\, made Rolling Stone’s 100 Best Albums of All Time list.\nBut whatever label Kirchen’s music wears\, it’s always notable for its balance of high-octane energy and deft understatement. There’s no leadfoot excess; Kirchen’s all about finesse and it shows in his solo shows. \nDon’t miss Bill Kirchen at this ACMA show… \nhttps://www.billkirchen.com \nAND opening for Bill is founding member musician Anthony Wayne.. After a bit of an absence we are so happy to see him back on the ACMA stage. a seasoned acoustic musician whose soulful sound and heartfelt songwriting have made him a staple in the Southwest Florida music scene. Originally from Indiana\, Anthony began his musical journey at just seven years old\, receiving formal instruction at the Conservatory of Music in Terre Haute. For the past 20 years\, he has called Florida home\, performing full-time for the last 18 across Fort Myers\, Fort Myers Beach\, Cape Coral\, and beyond. Known for his smooth guitar work and emotionally resonant voice\, Anthony has built a loyal following through countless nights of live performance\, where his passion for authentic\, meaningful music shines through.\nNow\, Anthony is excited to share a new chapter of his artistry—his original music. His songs are lyric-driven\, heartfelt\, and honest\, yet infused with catchy hooks that linger long after the last note fades. Each performance reflects his years of dedication and his enduring love for storytelling through song. Having recently spent time in the studio recording fresh material\, Anthony continues to pour his heart into both his writing and performing\, bringing genuine emotion and craft to every chord he plays.
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/bill-kirchen-in-concert-anthony-wayne-opens-2/
LOCATION:ACMA. at All Faiths Unitarian\, 2756 McGregor Blvd.\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33901
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SUMMARY:Bill Kirchen in Concert. -  Anthony Wayne opens
DESCRIPTION:ADVANCE TICKET Needed. : See link below\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/…/bill-kirchen-in-concert…Doors 6:30Show 7:00\n\nGet ready for an awesome night with Bill Kirchen rocking the\nACMA stage live! We are so excited that the stars finally aligned for the ACMA to bring Bill Kirchen\, Titan of the Telecaster\, Alumni of Commander Cody and the Lost Planet Airmen to our stage. Bill hasn’t been resting on his laurels\, he’s been continuallly playing out and about. Here’s a bit about him..From performing with his Who Knows Pickers jug band in Ann Arbor High School’s senior talent show (also on the program: the future Iggy Pop)\, to birthing the Americana genre with the original “hippie country band\,” Commander Cody and his Lost Planet Airmen\, this affable Austinite has been everywhere\, man\, flying alongside some of the planet’s coolest cats — including the Jesus of Cool\, Nick Lowe\, and Lowe’s old protégé\, Elvis Costello.\nKirchen’s right-place-at-the-right-time career has put him at the forefront of many musical movements\, including outlaw country; Commander Cody’s 1974 album\, Live from Deep in the Heart of Texas\,recorded at Austin’s legendary Armadillo World Headquarters\, made Rolling Stone’s 100 Best Albums of All Time list.But whatever label Kirchen’s music wears\, it’s always notable for its balance of high-octane energy and deft understatement. There’s no leadfoot excess; Kirchen’s all about finesse and it shows in his solo shows.\nDon’t miss Bill Kirchen at this ACMA show…He may never pass this way again.\nhttps://www.billkirchen.com\n\nOpening for Bill is  Anthony Wayne. We are so happy to see him back on the ACMA stage. a seasoned acoustic musician whose soulful sound and heartfelt songwriting have made him a staple in the Southwest Florida music scene. Originally from Indiana\, Anthony began his musical journey at just seven years old\, receiving formal instruction at the Conservatory of Music in Terre Haute. For the past 20 years\, he has called Florida home\, performing full-time for the last 18 across Fort Myers\, Fort Myers Beach\, Cape Coral\, and beyond. Known for his smooth guitar work and emotionally resonant voice\, Anthony has built a loyal following through countless nights of live performance\, where his passion for authentic\, meaningful music shines through.Now\, Anthony is excited to share a new chapter of his artistry—his original music. His songs are lyric-driven\, heartfelt\, and honest\, yet infused with catchy hooks that linger long after the last note fades. Each performance reflects his years of dedication and his enduring love for storytelling through song. Having recently spent time in the studio recording fresh material\, Anthony continues to pour his heart into both his writing and performing\, bringing genuine emotion and craft to every chord he plays.
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/bill-kirchen-in-concert-anthony-wayne-opens/
LOCATION:ACMA. at All Faiths Unitarian\, 2756 McGregor Blvd.\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33901
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SUMMARY:ACMA Songwriters at Koreshan State Park.  
DESCRIPTION:ACMA Songwriters at Koreshan State Park.   \nThe Friends of Koreshan State Park have partnered with the ACMA (Americana Community Music Association) to present monthly concerts featuring all-original music by talented local artists. \nBring a chair or blanket and settle in for an evening under the stars.   \nThe ACMA\, a Fort Myers–based nonprofit\, is dedicated to promoting original music by local singer-songwriters. Each showcase features artists sharing their songs\, the stories behind them\, and a lifetime of experiences— Prepare for an evening of professional-quality acoustic Americana music\, which blends blues\, roots\, folk\, bluegrass\, and country. Details: \n\nTickets: $10 (includes parking) Children under 12 free \nAdvance Tickets\, Guarantee entrance additional tickets at the gate if space allows.\n    TICKET LINK    \nhttps://friendsofkoreshan.org/event-6410023?fbclid=IwY2xjawP-EnxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETJKS09XV0NpNTBxaXFRRnpRc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHq2-070pYH6SIGweLkmF6IB4gakwkrm63G7SlGaWNV98irZh3peEZ_bF-Zh9_aem_9CAFuEao6J1G1Fmube7blg\nSchedule: Gates open at 6:30.  Show runs from 7-8:30 \n\n  Ray Boone  Bob Williams   J Michael     \nRay Boone.  Florida native Ray Boone first arrived in Nashville in the early 80’s. He himself did not come to play music\, he came as a music fan and to provide support for his songwriter cousin. His cousin\, Larry Boone\, was making his mark in country music\, as an award winning songwriter and an artist with Mercury Polygram. \nFast forward to 2007\, Ray returned to Nashville as an award winning outdoor television producer. He produced RFDTV’s “Music and Motors”\, featuring Mike Curb’s NASCAR team and young country music stars in the making. \nDuring the making of the TV show Ray was surrounded by songwriters and music makers who encouraged him to write.  As a writer he signed with BMI. When a song he penned himself\, “Totch Brown”\, about a character from the Florida Everglades was being demoed\, independent artist Rickie Lee Tanner decided to cut it on his album “This Here.”  A year later country artist\, Jake Clayton cut two of his compositions\, “Down with That” and “Old Red Barn.” These can be heard on Jake’s “By the Light of the Moon” CD. \nRay is in good company\, writing with several of Nashville’s best and brightest. Publishing companies pitch several of his songs to major artists and several of his compositions have been placed on television at PBS and The Sportsman Channel. \nPlaying songwriter rounds and developing relationships with other writers and artists is an important part of improving writing skills and melody composition. In 2018\, his EP “Native Son” was released after the song “Redland Roads” went viral on YouTube/Facebook. His song and video “Lawman” also went viral with over a million views. \nRay’s Florida roots are a mixture of Country\, Americana and a new genre\, Tropical Rock. His songs\, “Mile Zero” and “Islamorada Rendezvous” have entered the top ten on RadioA1A’s Trop 40 with several other songs from his EP rising on the charts. \nLook for his EP Native Son and Island Songs on all the streaming music sites and on YouTube Music.Check. him out at.   https://www.rayboone.com \n Bob Williams has just released his fifth studio album\, The Long Road Home. He began writing songs as soon as he learned his first three chords. Influenced by the folk-rock and country-rock of the era\, his sound was shaped by the iconic folk singers of the ’60s and the singer-songwriters of the ’70s. Over the years\, Bob’s music has naturally evolved into what’s now known as Americana—a rich blend of roots\, folk\, country\, blues\, and everything in between.\nKnown for sharing the stories behind his songs\, Bob’s writing is personal\, heartfelt\, irreverent\, funny\, and sometimes achingly sad. His performances have been described as “a mix of Neil Young and Crazy Horse with solo acoustic Bruce Springsteen.” While Bob might humbly call that a stretch\, there’s no denying the raw passion and authenticity that come through in his music. And when he performs familiar cover songs\, he makes them distinctly his own—infusing each with his unique style and emotion.\nBob also hosts a video podcast\, A Songwriter’s Journey with Bob Williams\, where he takes listeners behind the scenes of his creative process. In each episode\, he talks about the inspiration behind one of his original songs\, how it was written\, and then performs an intimate acoustic version.\nOver the course of his career\, Bob has opened for national touring artists and regularly performed with The Pearl Street Band. His songs have also been recorded and released by other performers.\nBeyond the stage\, Bob is deeply rooted in the music community. He serves as Vice President of the Americana Community Music Association Generous with his time and talent\, Bob is always eager to perform\, produce shows\, and support fellow musicians. He especially enjoys playing benefit concerts and has donated his music to countless causes over the years. All of Bob’s music is available to stream or download for free on his web site. \n Web www.reverbnation.com/bobwilliams2 \nDhruva Stephenson\,  Longtime ACMA member musicians opens the show for Brian. In her own words…”Singer-songwriter\, jammer\, traveler. Loves singing harmonies and flirting around with flute\, mandolin\, bass\, percussion\, piano and other lesser-known instruments”. She is an ACMA member from the Mid-Atlantic region. Her music reflects a variety of folksy and bluesy genres highlighted by her distinctive contralto voice. Dhruva’ has released several albums of original music \n 
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/3780/
LOCATION:Koreshan State Park\, 3800 Corkscrew Rd\, Estero\, FL\, 33928\, United States
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SUMMARY:The ACMA @ The Alliance for the Arts... Concert ...Kray Van Kirk\,   Frank Corso opens
DESCRIPTION:Doors at 2:30 \nShow at 3:00 \nTickets at www.artinlee.org \n$18 for ACMA members/$22 General Public. \nThe ACMA Alliance Concert series for March proudly presents Kray Van Kirk a fine finger-style guitarist with a precise baritone\, Kray Van Kirk has a Ph.D. from the University of Alaska\, but he set science aside to write songs\, tell stories and summon heroes. \n“We are driven by myth and the seasons of the heart\,” he says\, “and the stories are all true. There is a dark cave inside each of us\, and monsters of all kinds lurk there\, all the more lethal for being hidden. The quest is to journey inside\, render the monsters powerless\, find whatever it is that burns at the core of your soul and bring it back into the light. In a world divided it is critical to write songs and tell stories that show absolutely everyone they get to be the hero. Nobody is left behind.” \nThus his songs: Thunderbird resurrects the Phoenix in an empty desert diner in the American Southwest (yes\, the Phoenix drives a Thunderbird)\, The Queen of Elfland plucks Thomas the Rhymer from the English-Scottish border in 1250 and drops him and the Queen into a subway car\, The Library Song has Superman moonlighting among the stacks\, Rosa and Hector ride through Sherwood Forest on canes and a wheelchair\, and The Midnight Commander celebrates an insane old man leading the city of New York to take up arms (and underwear) against hatred. \nOf this charming\, Quixotic\, and decidedly eclectic performer\, the Borderline Folk Club in New York wrote “it is what every singer-songwriter should aspire to. \nhttps://krayvankirk.com  \nFrank Corso has been performing early Country blues and Ragtime finger style guitar\, focusing on the styles of people like Robert Johnson\, Blind Blake\, Reverend Gary Davis\,Tampa Red and others. The originals that he writes draw their roots from this style also. On banjo\, he has focused on the early Southern Clawhammer styles\, particularly West Virginia and Round peak style Banjo. \nHis live performances will take the listener on a tour through the early styles of rural Southern Blues music and flawlessly intertwines it with his own contemporary songwriting. His songwriting stays in the tradition of complex finger style guitar arrangements and range from insightful heartfelt lyrics to hokum ragtime feeling originals.  His trademark driving finger style guitar focus on an emphasis on the complexities of the feel of the old Ragtime style piano playing. The listener will take delight in the moving and driving beat of the music. Performances also always include some searing slide guitar performed on one of his National Steel guitars. Depending on the show\, one is also likely to hear the old Appalachian style of clawhammer banjo tunes also performed on the 5 string banjo.  He has performed and shared the stage with many of the legends of this music over the years such as Brownie McGhee and Sony Terry\, Dave Van Ronk\, J. Geil’s Band\, John Mooney\, Richard Smith\, Taj Mahal\, Dan Hicks and the Hot Licks\, John Hammond\, Richard Smith and many others. He currently has released 6 CD’s under his own name and has been a guest artist on many other notable Artists records. His last two CDs were recorded at Richard Smiths studio in Nashville with some notable musicians joining in. He has been a Three time winner of the New Hampshire Guitar competition in years past\, winning a recording session at FishTracks recording Studio in Portsmouth NH\, which was used to record his 1st CD.   He more often than not performs with beautiful flattop guitars that he has designed and constructed himself. He has artist relationships with both National Resophonic guitars in San Luis Obispo and Fishman Transducers in Boston Ma. \nHe is also well known in the visual Art World for his dynamic realistic landscape paintings that hang in prestigious Corporate and Private collections around the world. He is represented by Galleries and dealers nationwide.
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/the-acma-the-alliance-of-the-arts-concert-series-for-march-proudly-presents-kray-van-kirk/
LOCATION:Alliance for the Arts\, 10091 McGregor Blvd\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33919\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T190000
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SUMMARY:Ruth Wyand in Concert! Bill Veach Opens
DESCRIPTION:Being diversified is Ruth Wyand’s specialty. Demonstrating guitar virtuosity with powerful fingerpicking\, bottleneck slide and a warm alto voice Ruth plays a mix of Americana\, jazz\, blues\, folk\, country with a portion of Piedmont picking and bluegrass clawhammer thrown in. Her songwriting is universal\, using a melting pot of styles with lyrics that are timeless\, relatable\, emotionally resonant\, sometimes witty\, sometimes serious but always human and genuine.\nRuth presents a mixture of originals with poignant lyrics as well as well-crafted instrumental arrangements of classics ranging from Doc Watson\, Etta Baker\, Jimi Hendrix\, Leo Kottke to Thelonious Monk and Nina Simone.\nRuth’s songwriting is timeless\, relatable\, and emotionally resonant. Her lyrics and stories along with her sense of humor will bring a smile to your face or a tear to your eye and her skillful command of the fretboard never ceases to amaze audiences of all ages.\nWyand has toured extensively throughout the United States\, Britain\, New Zealand\, Kuwait and France and has won numerous awards for guitar and songwriting including the Gamble Rogers Fingerstyle Guitar Competition\, the South Florida Folk Festival Songwriting Competition and the Hank Williams Songwriting Award.\nEach song\, no matter how different\, has a firm Ruth Wyand stamp of style on it.\nListen to some of Ruth’s music:ruthwyand.com\nOpening for Ruth is ACMA Member and singer/songwriter Bill Veach. Bill was a drummer in a rock band in college\, but guitars are easier to move and make for better neighbors so he spent $100 of his precious college beer money on a flame red acoustic guitar. Moving was a part of his life for years\, with a love of travel that is expressed in many of his songs. His songs are often autobiographical\, about his experiences\, travel\, love\, loss\, hurricanes\, and some characters he has met on his journey. Bill is a Western boy\, raised in Colorado and lived in Utah and Wyoming before becoming a full time resident of Fort Myers Beach. He became active writing songs as part of the Cheyenne Guitar Society in Wyoming and finds inspiration in the camaraderie of the ACMA Singer Songwriter Circle on Sundays. Bill has never met a genre he didn’t like\, and his style varies from slow finger picking to channeling that college drummer through a guitar pick.\nBill’s music can be found on billveach.com.\nTickets for this show are available at the door.\nDoor Donations:ACMA Members – $15General Admission – $20\nDoors at the ACMA listening room open at 6:30 pm and the concert begins at 7:00 pm.
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/ruth-wyand-in-concert-bill-veach-opens/
LOCATION:ACMA. at All Faiths Unitarian\, 2756 McGregor Blvd.\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33901
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T183000
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SUMMARY:ACMA FREE Songwriters Concert at The Collaboratory
DESCRIPTION:The Collaboratory has partnered with the ACMA (Americana Community Music Association) to bring you FREE outdoor concerts featuring all-original music by talented local singer-songwriters. \n Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy an evening under the stars! (Shows will be outdoors\, weather permitting.)The ACMA\, a Fort Myers–based nonprofit\, is dedicated to supporting original music. Each showcase features three artists sharing their songs\, the stories behind them\, and the experiences that inspired them—much like the Island Hopper Festival or Nashville’s Bluebird Café. Expect an evening of professional-quality Americana music blending blues\, roots\, folk\, bluegrass\, and country.\n Free Parking.  6:30–8:00 PM\nMarch 3. Come support local music and enjoy a night you won’t forget!\nMarch\, Songwriters\, Robert Bidney\, Kim Mayfield\, and Steve Waterbury.\n\nRobert Bidney\, is a Southwest Florida-based singer-songwriter whose songs are both relatable and have a strong commercial sensibility. A seasoned performer\, who connects with his audiences through his infectious energy and emotional performances\, he has been writing songs for most of his life. Bidney has recorded three studio albums\, while an eclectic array of artists around the world have also covered his songs with meaning – songs that define him and reveal his soul. His creativity and commercial awareness merged while Bidney was employed by advertising agencies for which he wrote and produced a number of national radio and TV jingles for clients and worked closely with many top musicians\, producers and songwriters throughout the U.S. and Canada.\n\n\nKim Mayfield is also known as half of the Americana duo ‘Reckless Saints\,’ (with husband Roy Schneider\,) and shared in the songwriting for their first two albums. Mayfield’s song ‘Ring Around the Moon’\, described by a reviewer as “haunted by Patsy Cline\,” earned a semi-finalist spot in the 2019 International Songwriting Competition. Reckless Saints were finalists in the 2025 Kerrville New Folk competition. https://www.recklesssaints.com \n\n\nSteve Waterbury\,  Steve has been playing\, singing and writing music off and on since the later 70’s. His music is eclectic\, from some Country to Blues and Folk\, reflecting his life observations and experience.
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/acma-free-songwriters-concert-at-the-collaboratory/
LOCATION:The Collaboratory\, 2031 Jackson St\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T213000
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SUMMARY:Moors &  McCumber in Concert! Bruce Gallant Opens
DESCRIPTION:A vocal harmony duo fifteen years in the making\, Moors & McCumber have done more than just endear themselves to fans – they’ve built a genuine community. Bridging the gap between classic folk rock and present day Americana\, they write heartfelt songs directly inspired by life’s experiences. With their latest record\, released in 2023\, ‘Wired to the Moon\,’ they have created some of their most compelling work to date.\nThe sound of Moors & McCumber is adventurous\, eclectic\, and endlessly creative. Borrowing from rock\, pop\, blues\, folk\, and world music\, the two multi-instrumentalists defy common logic and embrace spontaneity to bring their stories and songs to life. Their strong vocal harmonies and unconventional instrumentation combine to create a mesmerizing experience. At the center of it all is their evocative songwriting.\nPrior to the duo’s formation\, James Moors\, based in Wisconsin\, and Kort McCumber\, based in Colorado\, each led prolific careers as solo artists. They had both already released six solo studio albums and had begun developing fanbases of their own. The two met at a music festival in 2005 and quickly bonded over their shared passions. James and Kort began performing together as something of a side project\, but it immediately became apparent they were meant for much bigger things.\nWhile “more than the sum of their parts” has become a bit of a cliche\, there is no better phrase to describe Moors & McCumber. James is a gifted singer and songwriter\, while Kort specializes in creating vocal harmonies and captivating arrangements through inventive instrumentation. With their voices combined\, they create a truly special sound. As Grammy award-winning producer Lloyd Maines says\, “They bring it all to the stage and deliver in a big way.”\nOne of the most notable things that separates them from the crowd is their “Moors & McCumber Adventures.” These music themed travel tours to international destinations such as Ireland\, Scotland\, and Mexico give fans an opportunity to directly engage with the artists while sharing cultural expeditions.\nIn 2023\, Moors & McCumber recorded their tenth full length studio album\, ‘Wired to the Moon.’ Recorded at Blue Rock Studios in Wimberley\, Texas\, and at Flowers Studio in Minneapolis\, Minnesota\, this album features ten new songs showcasing the ever evolving talents of Moors & McCumber. Produced by Patrick Conway and Moors & McCumber\, Wired to the Moon includes guest musicians Dees Stribling\, Peter Anderson\, Patrick Conway\, Kris Johnson and The Fiddle Case.\nTake a listen to some of their music:https://moorsandmccumber.com/\n\nOur ACMA member Bruce Gallant opens the show. For over 40 years\, Bruce has been writing songs\, using them as a journal to reflect the different times in his life. “I started writing songs in my late 20s and have never stopped. Anything of importance in my life is in one of my songs. Writing is essential for my survival.” Bruce is also on the board of the Americana Community Music Association\, and hosts the weekly Singer-Songwriting Circle\, and can often be found performing around town. He tells the best Dad jokes ever!\n\nTickets for this show are available at the door.Door donations:ACMA Members – $15General Admission – $20\nACMA listening room doors open at 6:30 pm and the concert begins at 7:00 pm
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/moors-mccumber-in-concert-bruce-gallant-opens/
LOCATION:ACMA. at All Faiths Unitarian\, 2756 McGregor Blvd.\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33901
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T213000
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SUMMARY:Muriel Anderson in concert.  Bill Metts opens!
DESCRIPTION:Muriel Anderson performs on a 20-string harp-guitar and her facility across multiple genres\, combined with gentle sense of humor\, is revered by audiences and guitarists worldwide. She is the first woman to win the National Fingerstyle Guitar Championship. Guitar Player Magazine lists her as one of the top 50 guitarists of all time and she has recently been listed among the top ten female guitarists\, yet it will be her uplifting songs and compositions that will be her lasting legacy. Muriel’s multimedia show brings you on a planetary tour of tastes\, images\, and music with a backdrop of stunning visuals by photo-artist Bryan Allen.\nShe has recorded with country legend Chet Atkins\, performed with Les Paul and countless other greats in “Muriel Anderson’s All Star Guitar Night®” over the past 30+ years. Muriel’s CD Nightlight Daylight placed first in its category in 11 national awards\, followed by Acoustic Chef\, an international CD with cookbook. Muriel’s release Sailing Dreams exhibits new levels of creativity–she has even created a board game to accompany the music.www.murielanderson.com\n\n\nOpening for Muriel is ACMA musician Bill Metts. Bill is a founding member of the ACMA\, former board member\, and regularly hosts the ACMA ukulele workshop for kids. In addition to his ACMA participation Bill finds time to play amazing music at venues around the county and the state. “In his own words: have been playing guitar and singing for nearly fifty years now. I Started with American Folk and Blues tunes and finger- style guitar. Had a run in with a Classic Rock band for 6 years or so and I sure was glad when that ended. I spent 15 years playing in nursing homes doing standards from the 30’s and 40’s. Now I mostly write. You will see a bit of all the above in my songs. I hope you like. “Take a listen to Bill at https://billmetts.bandcamp.com and then make plans to hear him live on Feb. 22\nDoors at 6:30Music at 7:00\nDoor donation: $15 members/$20 general public.
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/muriel-anderson-in-concert-bill-metts-opens/
LOCATION:ACMA. at All Faiths Unitarian\, 2756 McGregor Blvd.\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33901
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T210000
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SUMMARY:Dan Navarro in concert.  Kevin John Allen opens.  ACMA @ Calusa Planetarium Music Under The Stars
DESCRIPTION:The ACMA and the Calusa Nature Center are thrilled to welcome Dan Navarro and Kevin John Allen to the Music Under the Stars series. Dan is an ACMA favorite at our All Faiths Venue and we are excited to share his talents at our series in collaboration with one of our partner non-profits.\n\nDoors open at 6:30\, Show at 7:00 PM\nTickets will be available at calusanature.orgACMA/Nature Center members $18/general public $20.\n\nHere’s a bit about Dan Navarro!\nDan Navarro’s long and eclectic resume includes “songwriter\,” “recording artist\,” “singer”\, “voiceactor”\, “road warrior” and “media advocate” in its range of credits.His acoustic duo\, Lowen & Navarro\, released twelve albums\, enjoyed widespread Triple A radioairplay and performed 1500 gigs before Eric Lowen’s retirement in 2008 and passing from ALS in2012. Dan set out solo in 2007\, and maintains a busy touring and recording schedule. He released asolo album\, “Shed My Skin” in 2019 to glowing reviews\, and is recording its follow-up now.He has just released a new duo album with James Lee Stanley\,“All Wood and Led” re-imaginingLed Zeppelin songs in organic “Laurel Canyon” settings. It’s the fourth in James Lee’s series of duoalbums with various partners (John Batdorf\, Cliff Eberhardt)\, previously interpreting the songs ofThe Rolling Stones and The Doors. “All Wood and Led” shipped in July\, 2021.Dan responded to Covid lockdown by live streaming over 250 2-hour-plus performances in 13months\, under the banner “Songs From the CoronaZone”\, on Facebook\, YouTube and Twitch. Hereturned to the road in late April 2021 on his “NomadDan” Tour\, in an 18-foot camper van\,covering 66 days\, 41 performances and 13\,500 miles before breaking to record his next album. The“NomadDan” tour resumes in mid August and will roll the remainder of 2021.As a songwriter\, Dan wrote or co-wrote songs for Pat Benatar (the Grammy nominated “WeBelong”)\, The Bangles\, Japanese girl group Wink (the #1 hit “One Night in Heaven”)\, Dutchsuperstar Marco Borsato (the Top Ten “Je Hoeft Niet Naar Huis Vannacht”)\, Dave Edmunds\,The Temptations\, Dionne Warwick\, and Austin outlaw country legend Rusty Weir.His songs have appeared in the films Deadpool 2\, Pitch Perfect 2 and Talladega Nights\, TV seriesThis Is Us\, American Idol\, The Voice\, American Dad and The Office and national commercials forSheraton\, Chase Bank and the United Way.As a singer and/or voice actor\, he’s sung in the Academy Award winning films Coco and HappyFeet\, the newly-released Dora and the City of Lost Gold\, The Lorax\, Ice Age 2\, The Simpsons\,Prison Break and American Dad; voiced characters in Pirates of the Caribbean 5\, The Book OfLife\, The Playmobil Movie and We Bare Bears; sung on albums by Luis Miguel\, Andrea Bocelliand Neil Young; voiced video games Red Dead Redemption II\, Fallout 4 and Uncharted 4\, andperformed vocals and voice-overs in literally hundreds of commercials for Toyota\, Coca-Cola\,McDonald’s\, Honda\, Subaru\, All-Nippon Airways and many more.In his “spare” time\, Dan serves on the Board of SAG-AFTRA\, the actor-performer-broadcaster’sunion\, as the National Recording Artist/Singer Vice President\, on the Unclaimed Royaltiescommittee of the Mechanical Licensing Collective\, and is a past president of Folk AllianceInternational. He’s been a vocal activist in Washington DC for intellectual property rights for over20 years\, testified before the US Senate Judiciary Committee and the Copyright Royalty Board.He’s the proud father of a 25-year old filmmaker son\, thinks art is love\, sleep is for babies and is aknown abuser of acoustic guitars.\nACMA member musician Kevin John Allen opens the show.\nA well-traveled songwriter writing in the veins of Americana and country music. With over 40 years of writing\, playing\, and traveling around the world\, Kevin touches hearts with songs about all our heartfelt\, intimate topics—a carny ride through life. His music makes you laugh\, love\, think\, and dance.\nWinner of Best Country Artist at the Jersey Acoustic Music Awards (2012).\nKevin’s discography includes four releases: Dark Songs Written on Black Guitars\, Life’s Lonely Rodeo\, The Long Road of Life\, and Colours. A new fifth release\, Stories I Left Behind Me\, is coming in 2025.\nThis will be Kevin’s first time on our stage\, can’t wait to hear his songs!\nwww.kevinjohnallen.com
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/dan-navarro-in-concert-kevin-john-allen-opens-acma-calusa-planetarium-music-under-the-stars/
LOCATION:Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium\, 3478 Ortiz Ave\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33905\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T213000
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SUMMARY:Rupert Wates in Concert! David Bavaria Opens
DESCRIPTION:Need plans for Valentine’s Day? The ACMA listening room has you covered.\nRupert Wates was born in London and studied at Oxford University. He began his full-time songwriting career in the late 1990s after signing a publishing deal with Eaton Music Limited. In London\, he collaborated with top-tier performers before moving to Paris in 2001\, where he formed his own quartet and began performing regularly. Since relocating to the United States in 2006\, Wates has made his home between New York City and Colorado and has earned more than 50 songwriting and performing awards.\nHis music is an eclectic blend of acoustic\, melodic art/folk infused with elements of jazz\, vaudeville\, and cabaret. He has released twelve solo albums\, each earning critical acclaim and international airplay. His songs have been covered by artists across the UK\, Canada\, and the U.S.\, with two full-length tribute albums—Crazy Puzzle (2015) and Wide Open Heart (2017)—produced independently by other performers and composed entirely of Wates’ material. In 2016 alone\, over 20 cover recordings of his songs were released.\nIn 2010\, Wates released Joe’s Café\, a concept album of 15 original songs inspired by true stories of everyday Americans. Each track features a different vocalist\, tracing U.S. history through personal narratives spanning world wars\, the Dust Bowl\, Vietnam\, and the Civil Rights era. Recorded live in a single weekend\, the album’s intimate feel evokes a cozy café setting\, with standout contributions from Darol Anger (violin) and Michael Manring (bass). Joe’s Café has been performed at festivals and venues across North America and was named Best Music Revue at the 2010 San Francisco Fringe Festival.\nIn 2014\, Wates teamed up with Toronto-based pianist Bartosz Hadala to form The Nightwatchers\, a touring duo that regularly performs throughout Canada and Europe. Their debut album\, The Nightwatchers\, was released in 2015 and features standout selections from Wates’ extensive catalog.\nPerforming an average of 120 shows annually across the U.S.\, Canada\, and Europe\, Wates prefers intimate listening rooms where the focus is on connection and storytelling. He was voted Artist of the Year in both 2013 and 2016 by Concerts In Your Home and was their most-booked performer for five consecutive years. In 2018\, he was a finalist in the Kerrville New Folk Song Contest and named an Emerging Artist at the Falcon Ridge Folk Festival.\nThough British by birth\, Wates has been hailed as “a prime figure in American music” by Folk and Acoustic Music Exchange\, who praised him as “one gifted sonofabitch.” Audiences everywhere respond to the haunting\, melodic quality of his songs—music that rings true.\nMarch 2025: Rupert Wates’ 2025 CD ‘Father To The Man’ is named ‘Album Of The Month’ by Bob Leslie at Transatlantic Conversations on Celtic Music Radio.\nFind out more at:rupertwatesmusic.com\n\n\nOpening the show is ACMA Member and singer/songwriter\, David Bavaria. David spent his adolescence influenced by the rock/folk music of the 60s & 70s – Beatles\, CSN\, Byrds\, and the like.\nHe picked up his old guitar in retirement after a 35 year hiatus and hasn’t put it down since.\nHe formed a 5 piece cover band\, Night Watchmen\, in Delaware where he spends his summers. He spends the winter in Fort Myers\, and has just started writing songs\, entirely inspired by the ACMA.\nTickets for the show are available at the door.\nDoor donations:$15/Members$20/General Admission\nThe doors to ACMA listening room open at 6:30 pm and the show begins at 7:00 pm
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/rupert-wates-in-concert-david-bavaria-opens/
LOCATION:ACMA. at All Faiths Unitarian\, 2756 McGregor Blvd.\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33901
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T203000
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SUMMARY:ACMA Songwriters at Koreshan State Park.
DESCRIPTION:ACMA Songwriters at Koreshan State Park.   \nThe Friends of Koreshan State Park have partnered with the ACMA (Americana Community Music Association) to present monthly concerts featuring all-original music by talented local artists. \nBring a chair or blanket and settle in for an evening under the stars.   \nThe ACMA\, a Fort Myers–based nonprofit\, is dedicated to promoting original music by local singer-songwriters. Each showcase features artists sharing their songs\, the stories behind them\, and a lifetime of experiences— Prepare for an evening of professional-quality acoustic Americana music\, which blends blues\, roots\, folk\, bluegrass\, and country. Details: \n\nTickets: $10 (includes parking) Children under 12 free \nAdvance Tickets\, Guarantee entrance additional tickets at the gate if space allows.\n    TICKET LINK TO FOLLOW\nSchedule: Gates open at 6:30.  Show runs from 7-8:30 \n\n  Mike McMillan  Diwakar (Bon) Mokadam   Carlene Thissen.    \nMike McMillan is a songwriter whose music is deeply influenced by the blues. Though he’ll tell you he’s still a student of the genre\, his songwriting and guitar work have inspired many local musicians to start writing their own blues songs. But Mike’s talents don’t stop there — his writing draws from folk\, Americana\, and roots traditions\, creating songs that are honest\, soulful\, and full of heart. \nDiwakar (Bon) Mokadam is a singer songwriter who has been writing songs since he was a teenager. His musical influences continue to evolve from rock to jazz to pop to progressive. He has released three CD’s “Modern Prog\,” “Post Modern Prog” and “The Jon Banders Experiment\,” with a band of friends called\, “The Elders.” His last ACMA opening concert can be seen on YouTube. His music is on digital platforms such as Spotify\, Apple Music\, TikTok\, Instagram\, Amazon Music\, YouTube Music\, Deezer\, Pandora\, and Sound Cloud. \nCarlene Thissen is an American singer-songwriter and author\, born on June 28\, 1950\, in Andover\, northwest New Jersey.  \nShe now shares her time between her permanent home in Naples\, Florida\, and Saugerties\, NY\, where she dedicates herself to performing\, speaking and songwriting\, singing and playing piano and guitar at house concerts\, clubs\, restaurants\, festivals and charity events. \nCarlene started performing in the 1960s and 70s as a young guitar-playing folk singer\, doing songs by Bob Dylan\, Joan Baez\, Judy Collins\, Joni Mitchell and Melanie.  She says the best three days of her life were spent at the Woodstock Music & Art Fair in 1969 and she presents a multi-media program today about that experience. \nIn 2024\, she donated the guitar she had with her in 1969 to the Bethel Woods Woodstock Museum\, where it is included in a display just outside the entrance.   Along with the guitar is a photo of Carlene and the chorus lyrics to her song\, “Back There Again” that include the line “the guitar she named Alice.”     \nAs she explains in her autobiographical song\, “Back There Again\,” this Woodstock hippie girl\, “…cut her hair and got a career\, and lost herself for 30 odd years.”  Forgetting her dreams of being a doctor working in ghettos\, she became a successful business woman\, well known for speeches\, articles and books about marketing technology.  She ended her corporate career as Vice President for a large market research company in Chicago\, started her own independent international consulting company and then moved to Naples\, Florida. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/acma-songwriters-at-koreshan-state-park-4/
LOCATION:Koreshan State Park\, 3800 Corkscrew Rd\, Estero\, FL\, 33928\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T150000
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SUMMARY:ACMA @ The Alliance presents   Rod MacDonald in Concert.  Bob Patetta opens.
DESCRIPTION:The ACMA is delighted to once again host Rod Macdonald at our ACMA Alliance Concert series.\nSunday Feb 8thDoors at 2:30Show at 3:00\nTickets at www.artinlee.org$18 for ACMA members/$20 General Public.\n\nRod MacDonald (born August 17\, 1948) is an American singer-songwriter\, novelist\, and educator.[1] He was a “big part of the 1980s folk revival in Greenwich Village clubs”\,[2] performing at the Speakeasy\, The Bottom Line\, Folk City\, and the “Songwriter’s Exchange” at the Cornelia Street Cafe. He co-founded the Greenwich Village Folk Festival. He is perhaps best known for his songs “American Jerusalem“\, about the “contrast between the rich and the poor in Manhattan” (Sing Out!)\, “A Sailor’s Prayer”\, “Coming of the Snow”\, “Every Living Thing”\, and “My Neighbors in Delray”\, a description of the September 11 hijackers’ last days in Delray Beach\, Florida\, where MacDonald has lived since 1995. His songs have been covered by Dave Van Ronk\, Shawn Colvin\, Four Bitchin’ Babes\, Jonathan Edwards\, Garnet Rogers\, Joe Jencks\, and others. His 1985 recording “White Buffalo” is dedicated to Lakota Sioux ceremonial chief and healer Frank Fools Crow\, whom he visited in 1981 and 1985\, and who appears with MacDonald in the cover photograph. Since 1995 MacDonald has lived in south Florida\, where his cd\, “Later that Night” was named “Best Local Cd of 2014” by The Palm Beach Post [3] and reached the top ten in national roots music charts. His first novel\, The Open Mike\, about a young man in the open mike scene of Greenwich Village\, was published on December 5\, 2014\, by Archway Publishing.[4] On May 1\, 2018\, MacDonald released his 13th solo recording\, “Beginning Again\,” on Blue Flute Music.\nMacDonald has released 12 solo recordings on several record labels in the US\, 8 in Europe on the Swiss label Brambus\, and 21 songs with Smithsonian Folkways (through the Fast Folk Musical Magazine)\, and appears as lead singer of Big Brass Bed\, a Palm Beach County rock and roll band\, on 3 cds of Bob Dylan songs and originals. As with many independent artists\, his recordings are often sold directly at concerts\, and at online sites. His current label is Blue Flute Music.\nMacDonald has appeared on stage with fellow artists\, including Pete Seeger\, Peter Yarrow\, Odetta\, Tom Paxton\, the Violent Femmes\, Suzanne Vega\, Shawn Colvin\, Dave Van Ronk\, Emmylou Harris\, Richie Havens\, Ani DiFranco\, Tom Chapin\, Jack Hardy and David Massengill. He has performed at festivals in Philadelphia\, Winnipeg\, Florida\, South Florida\, Riverhawk\, Boston\, Kerrville\, Greenwich Village\, Falcon Ridge\, New Bedford Summerfest\, Port Fairy (Australia) and Trowbridge (UK)\, and on the radio program Mountain Stage. He was reportedly the first American singer to tour the newly independent Czech Republic in 1991\, and has made 40 tours in Europe since 1985\, nearly all of them with NYC bassist Mark Dann.\nHe remains active\, touring most often in Florida\, Germany\, Switzerland\, Italy\, the Pacific Northwest\, New York and New England.\nhttps://rodmacdonald.com/home\nOpening is\, Bob Patetta is a singer-songwriter specializing in blues\, rock and folk\, and has been performing and recording on guitar\, harmonica and vocals for over 50 years. Born and raised in New Jersey where he started out singing and playing in rock bands\, he has also worked extensively along the Gulf Coast of Florida\, playing harmonica and washboard with Rosie O’Grady’s Dixieland Band in Pensacola\, guitar and blues harp in the greater Tampa area and Lee County\, and in Ohio since 1990. He is currently performing with the Hot Potatoes band in Ohio\, and with Wildlife Drive in Florida\, as well as making many solo appearances. He is also known for making a joyful noise on Sunday mornings at many Unity and UCC churches.
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/acma-the-alliance-presents-roy-book-binder-in-concert-bob-patetta-opens/
LOCATION:Alliance for the Arts\, 10091 McGregor Blvd\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33919\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T183000
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SUMMARY:ACMA Songwriters Showcase at The Collaboratory
DESCRIPTION:The Collaboratory has partnered with the ACMA (Americana Community Music Association) to present FREE concerts featuring all-original music by talented local singer-songwriters. 🌟 \nBecause of the anticipated\, cold weather\, this show has been moved INSIDE \nThe ACMA\, a Fort Myers–based nonprofit\, is dedicated to supporting original music. Each showcase features three artists sharing their songs\, the stories behind them\, and the experiences that inspired them—much like the Island Hopper Festival or Nashville’s Bluebird Café. \nExpect an evening of professional-quality Americana music blending blues\, roots\, folk\, bluegrass\, and country. \n📍 Free Parking.        ⏰ 6:30–8:00 PM \nCome support local music and enjoy a night you won’t forget! \n   John Craddock\,   Ray Cerbone\,  Fred Ball \nJohn Lawrence Craddock is an Americana singer\, songwriter\, and storyteller with a distinctive bluesy style. His music weaves relatable stories with deep\, soulful vocals\, carried by rich and colorful guitar playing that is undeniably his own. Whether you’re drawn to songs that make you laugh or cry\, melodies that invite you to sing along\, or guitar work that impresses even seasoned musicians\, his work has something for everyone. His music is a reflection of sixty years of life experience\, shaped by the legendary multi-genre artists whose timeless influence continues to inspire today.  www.JohnLawrenceCraddock.com \nRay Cerbone is one of the founding members of the Fort Myers ACMA (Americana Community Music Association)\, Ray began playing guitar during the late 60’s folk scene. With the support and inspiration of fellow local and touring musicians\, he began writing and playing in earnest in 2010. Traveling a long road in a short time\, his music encompasses many genres\, including Americana\, Folk\, Blues\, Ballads\, and a little bit of Country. His storyteller style takes the listener to another place in time\, his music and lyrics bringing evocative insights into the many sides of life. Ray is also a singer-songwriter’s song-singer. That is\, he does interpretive covers of other great originals by little-known but very talented artists using his own creative touch. His inventive fingerstyle guitar is uniquely diverse and easy-on-the-ears. \nRay’s first CD “How Much Time”  has received glowing reviews and is being featured on KEOS Radio in Austin\, Texas\, 98.1 as well as others.  He has shared the stage with Jaime Michaels\, Pierce Pettis\, Muriel Anderson\, Rebecca Folsom\, Jefferson Ross\, Brian Smalley\, as well as Roy Schneider and Kim Mayfield (The Reckless Saints)\, and Robin  O’Herin.  He has performed at several Florida Folk Festivals in SW\, Central\, and Northern Florida as well as house concerts\, and the BMI sponsored “Island Hopper Festival” in Ft. Myers. \nRays second CD\, “Nobodys Hero”\,  which was released at the end of 2024\, was very well received and is being played in rotation by several radio stations stateside and in the British Isles.  This second effort is full on Americana and contains moving songs about the deeper side of life. Reviews of this record can be found on the website. \nRay fronted “The Apocalypse Blues Revue”. A hard hitting blues rock band formed by Shannon Larkin and Tony Rombola of “Godsmack” fame. The band was signed to Mascot/Provogue records and under that sign released two full length records\, both reaching number two in the blues charts.  Over 6 years the band played blues festivals and blues venues on both coasts. They opened for Steven Tyler\, Robbie Krieger of  “The Doors”\, The Blue Oyster Cult\, and did two tours with Kenny Wayne Shepherd.  Another record is in the works and slated for a release in 2026. \nFred Ball told us\, I got my musical start in Greenwich Village in the early 60s during “The Great Folk Scare”. Played primarily folk music until the late 60s when I started playing in a wedding band (if I ever have to play “The Shadow of Your Smile” again I might throw up).  \nMarried my wife (and 2 kids) now of 42 years and stopped playing in 1979 until 2005 when a friend who knew me from my job of teaching guitar at a local music store persuaded me to take my guitar out of mothballs and join him on stage for a few numbers. Foolish me thought it would all come back…..it did not! I did make the show and played a couple of songs (badly) but was now bitten by the bug. \nI recommitted myself to returning to form and have played steadily since then. I started to “play out” around 2008 and took vocal lessons since I been principally a guitar player in my bands. I ran a number of open mics in CT as well as played out as a solo “singer songwriter”. \nSongwriting has become my passion and I spend time each day in pursuit of that! As a resident “old guy” my hands are now showing the ravages of age but will play until I cannot! You have to love what you do……..and I do
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/acma-songwriters-showcase-at-the-collaboratory/
LOCATION:The Collaboratory\, 2031 Jackson St\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33901\, United States
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SUMMARY:Heather Pierson Duo in Concert! Clark Johnson Opens
DESCRIPTION:Heather Pierson is a New Hampshire based singer/songwriter\, pianist\, song leader\, and performer with a passion for cultivating joy\, both onstage and off. With a toe in each of the realms of New Orleans jazz\, blues\, vocal chants\, instrumental piano\, and folk\, her multi-genre songwriting places her firmly in a category all her own\, one honed by decades of diligent practice and curious exploration. Whether solo\, as a duo\, with her trio\, or in a community sing\, Heather’s live performances feature ease at the piano and her bell-tone voice that Americana Highways says ‘sounds like timeless wind moving slowly through the trees’. Each offering Heather makes from the stage is infused with happiness\, honest self-reflection\, and a genuine desire to connect and share from the heart.\nHeather finally burst upon the national scene in 2015 after teaming up with two musicians that she met in the early days of 2010 when her life was starting over. The Heather Pierson Acoustic Trio\, with Shawn Nadeau on upright bass and Davy Sturtevant on\, assorted strings and cornet\, catapulted Heather’s live performances of her deep well of original music with intricate instrumental arrangements and stirring three-part vocal harmonies. The trio’s debut EP\, Still She Will Fly\, was released in May 2015\, and its title track was the #2 single on the Folk radio charts for the year in 2015\, and three other songs were also in the Top 100 singles on Folk radio in 2015. The trio’s full-length debut\, Singin’\, was released in June 2017\, and debuted at #1 on the Folk radio charts.\n2022 saw the re-emergence of a nearly decade-long idea of Heather’s – a group called The Potboilers\, an immersive\, collaborative\, spontaneous\, multi-genre musical experience whose motto is: ‘Groove plus melody equals joy.’ Joining Heather’s keyboards and vocals in this project are Rafe Matregrano on guitar and vocals; and Trio-mates Shawn Nadeau on electric bass and Craig Bryan on drums. They have already garnered a diehard following in northern England and a reputation for their imaginative originals and inventive covers of artists as varied as Dolly Parton and The Allman Brothers.\nHer most vibrant release yet\, Back To The Light was recorded ‘live on the floor’ at Acadia Recording Company in Portland\, ME with her trio mates Shawn Nadeau on bass and Craig Bryan on drums and percussion. Released in September 2024\, Back To The Light pulsates throughout with the grooves of New Orleans\, the beauty of Appalachia\, and Sunday-go-to-meeting celebration.\nThroughout her colorful career\, her eclectic skill set continues to propel her onto concert hall stages and into barrooms\, coffeehouses\, resort hotels\, living rooms\, and churches. Her nearly non-stop performance schedule speaks of her tireless work ethic and endless devotion to her crafts. Defying genre and classification and yet fully embracing all musical styles\, Heather is an artist who speaks the language of music in as many dialects as her abilities will allow. Her life’s work\, she says\, is to share her love of music and her gratitude for life with others – one song\, one heart\, and one mind at a time. Sharing the stage with Heather for this show will be Shawn Nadeau on electric bass.\nCheck out Heather’s Piano Peace:heatherpierson.com\n\nClark Johnson\, born in New York City\, opens the show. He spent his early years in suburban New Jersey. Picking up the guitar at twelve\, he never let go.\nMany of his early influences were the members of the Folk Revival\, including Woody Gutherie\, Bob Dylan\, Phil Ochs and Tom Paxton. The British invasion pulled Clark into Rock and Roll\, however\, after seeing Muddy Waters in a club in Berkely CA\, he turned his energy toward Blues and R&B. He wrapped up his college studies with a specialty in Ethnomusicology and a focus on American Blues and Jazz.\nMoving to Florida\, Clark was introduced to the worlds of Bluegrass and Country\, and to the ACMA. He was invited to play with thePearl Street Band for a charity show\, and he was never asked to leave. Clark’s songs range from deeply personal to tongue-in-cheek rockers to haunting social commentary. He is looking forward to playing some of these for you tonight.\nTickets to the show are available at the door.\nSuggested door donations:$15/Members$20/General admission\nACMA listening room doors open at 6:30 pm and the show begins at 7:00 pm.
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/heather-pierson-duo-in-concert-clark-johnson-opens/
LOCATION:ACMA. at All Faiths Unitarian\, 2756 McGregor Blvd.\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33901
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SUMMARY:Brian Smalley in concert at ACMA @ Alliance of the Arts! Dhruva’ Stephenson open
DESCRIPTION:The ACMA and The Alliance Of The Arts are once again partnering to bring exceptional live music to our Area.\n\nBrian Smalley is well known throughout Florida and beyond for his exceptional guitar picking\, his gift for lyrics and his unique take on well known classics. He’s always a crowd favorite and particularly an ACMA favorite. He’s been called a “triple threat” and brings not only a fantastic music experience but also leaves the audience smiling and happy through his onstage presence. Having played guitar all his life\, Brian has developed some skill on the git-box\, and possessing a creative imagination. He is a master storyteller. Before ‘CHOSEN\,’ he’d recorded six home-grown projects. His acoustic novel “ChickensPigs” received the Best Florida Folk CD award from The Florida Times Union in 2013. And thousands have enjoyed the tale of Painter Kellet\, a homeless man in Key West\, from the acoustic novel ‘KEY.”. His most recent CD “Chosen” bring us classic Brian Smalley musicianship. . We;re always happy to welcome Brian back to the ACMA concert series. Doors at 2:30\, show at 3:00Tickets at www.artinlee.orgMembers $18/General public $20Advance tickets highly recommended but available at the door if not sold out.\n\n\n\nOpening is ACMA member musician Dhruva’ Stephenson.\nSinger-songwriter\, jammer\, traveler. Loves singing harmonies and flirting around with flute\, mandolin\, bass\, percussion\, piano and other lesser-known instruments. Interested in song placements for film & TV. Performs online in the virtual world Second Life under the name “Gypsy dhruva.”\nTake a look listen to Dhruva’ at https://dhruva.bandcamp.com/track/coquina
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/sam-robbins-in-concert-acma-alliance-for-the-arts-dhruva-stephenson-opens/
LOCATION:Alliance for the Arts\, 10091 McGregor Blvd\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33919\, United States
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SUMMARY:Nora Jane Struthers\, Bill Frey Opens
DESCRIPTION:Nora Jane Struthers has been on the ACMA radar for a few years\, and we’re thrilled to finally welcome her to Fort Myers! Get ready for an unforgettable performance — Nora Jane has it all: outstanding songwriting\, exceptional guitar playing\, and a voice that truly shines. She brings it all together for a show you won’t want to miss. \nIntensely energetic live performances; lyrical vulnerability in a blend of ’90s alt country\, roadhouse blues\, rootsy power pop\, and straightforward honky-tonk… \nNora Jane Struthers has written “some of the most quietly powerful narratives within the new wave of Americana artists\,” says Ann Powers of NPR Music. The songs that last decades and weave themselves into the fabric of listeners’ lives are usually the ones in which an artist lays her soul bare for the world to hear. Struthers has built her career on these kinds of songs. There’s an honesty and energy to Nora Jane’s stage presence; a vulnerability that is part and parcel of great artistry. In one moment\, she joyfully leads the audience in a dance party… in the next\, she lays her soul bare for the world to hear. A performance by Nora Jane is full to the brim with stellar musicianship\, unexpected arrangements that blur the lines between folk\, roots\, and rock\, and an audible sense that everyone in the room is having a damn good time. \n“…a collection of songs that adds more momentum to her profile as a rising star on the Americana scene.”\n-Chicago Sun-Times \n“…a real jolt of adrenaline\, fueled by the contrast between searing\, resonant\, rock-flavored leads and fills and classic honkytonk and bluegrass lines on an arsenal of instruments including banjo\, fiddle and steel guitar.”\n-New York Music Daily \nWeb Site.    www.norajanestruthers.com \nOpening is ACMA member Bill Frey! \nBill started playing guitar/harmonica and song writing in 1960’s. Influenced by Miles Davis\, Billie Holiday\, Chuck Berry\, Harry Leahey\, Jimmy Smith\, Kenny Burrell\, Bob Dylan\, John Pilla\, Paul Butterfield\, and BB King\, his musical style remains eclectic but blues based. He has recorded and played venues in NYC\, Philadelphia\, up and down the Jersey Shore\, the Hamptons\, Boston and Burlington\, Vermont. His career has included stints with The Floyd Morgan Blues Band\, The Bristol Flames and for the past 30 years leading the Deep Freyed Blues collective. \nTickets for this show are available at the door. \nDoor donations: \n$15/Members \n$20/General Admission \nThe ACMA listening room doors will open at 6:30pm and the show begins at 7:00 pm \n\n\n\n\nSee less
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/ray-bonneville-in-concert-bill-frey-opens/
LOCATION:ACMA. at All Faiths Unitarian\, 2756 McGregor Blvd.\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33901
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SUMMARY:Tim and Myles Thompson with Gareth Rockliffe opening. ACMA@The Planetarium
DESCRIPTION:It’s been a long time we’ve seen Tim and Myles Thompson at the ACMA! We’re so happy to have them back…this time at the Music Under The Stars series at Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium. If you missed them a few years back\, don’t let that happen again. They are a super talented father/son duo that have just gotten better with time.\nThere’s something truly special about the relationship between a father and son\, and when that bond is built on a shared love for music\, something magical happens. Tim and Myles Thompson have been bringing that magic to audiences all over the country. With performances at the Montreal Jazz Festival\, Walnut Valley Festival\, and Chet Atkins Festival\, they’ve fine-tuned their craft into something truly special. They’ve also had the chance to open for big names like Spyro Gyra\, Don Williams\, Mountain Heart\, Richard Elliot\, Aaron Tippin\, and Wynonna Judd.\nTim is a session player\, singer/songwriter\, and two-time winner of the International Fingerstyle Competition. Music has always been a part of the Thompson family\, and it’s what inspired Myles to pick up the violin when he was just five years old. By twelve\, Myles was already diving into music theory and improvising with a skill well beyond his years. Now\, he’s also an accomplished singer/songwriter and mandolin player\, and he’s toured with legends like Robben Ford and Crystal Gayle.\nTim has worked with artists like Tommy Emmanuel\, Crystal Gayle\, and Hwy 101. He’s released eleven CDs and two DVDs and been featured in Wood & Steel (Taylor Guitars)\, Just Jazz Guitar\, and Fingerstyle Guitar\, which once called him “a Nashville-based fingerstylist that burns!” Tim has also taught at workshops like the Fur Peace Ranch and Steve Kaufman’s Guitar Camp\, and his original music has been featured on NPR\, Casper’s Haunted Christmas CD\, and even Flip Video Camera software.\nThe Thompsons’ music is all about original songs that mix storytelling with incredible musicianship. When it comes to cover songs\, they make them their own by taking them apart and putting them back together in a way only they can. Their sound is tough to pin down—it blends acoustic rock\, pop\, country\, Celtic\, jazz\, funk\, and so much more.\nIf you’ve ever seen a Thompson performance\, you know it’s an experience you won’t forget.\n\nThe opener for Tim and Myles Thompson is ACMA member and singer/songwriter\, Gareth Rockliffe. Gareth Rockliffe\, a native of the UK\, is a professional photographer who has enjoyed writing songs for the past thirty years. His songs are often deeply personal\, but with a universal heartfelt appeal. Gareth’s songs have in the past only been shared with small groups of friends or fellow songwriters…that’s about to change.\n\nTICKETS.   www.calusanature.org/calendar
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/tim-and-myles-thompson-with-gareth-rockliffe-opening-acmathe-planetarium/
LOCATION:Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium\, 3478 Ortiz Ave\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33905\, United States
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SUMMARY:ACMA Songwriters at Koreshan State Park.
DESCRIPTION:ACMA Songwriters at Koreshan State Park. The Friends of Koreshan State Park have partnered with the ACMA (Americana Community Music Association) to present monthly concerts featuring all-original music by talented local artists.Bring a chair or blanket and settle in for an evening under the stars. The ACMA\, a Fort Myers–based nonprofit\, is dedicated to promoting original music by local singer-songwriters. Each showcase features artists sharing their songs\, the stories behind them\, and a lifetime of experiences— Prepare for an evening of professional-quality acoustic Americana music\, which blends blues\, roots\, folk\, bluegrass\, and country. Details:\n\nTickets: $10 (includes parking) Children under 12 free Advance Tickets\, Guarantee entrance additional tickets at the gate if space allows.TICKET LINK HERE                 https://friendsofkoreshan.org/event-6410013Schedule: Gates open at 6:30. Show runs from 7-8:30PM\n\nMichael Boswell. Dennis Michael. Ralph Leeseberg.\n\nMichael Boswell’s musical journey began in the small town of Brighton Tennessee\, nurtured by the sounds of his father’s guitar and his granddaddy’s fiddle. After years of performing in bands across the country spectrum\, Michael found his true calling in songwriting—a passion that brought him and his wife to Nashville in 1988.During his time in Music City\, Michael secured a publishing deal with Levy Production and honed his craft at renowned songwriters’ nights\, including The Bluebird and Douglas Corner. His path eventually led him into the world of video production with the Christian Television Network (CTN)\, prompting a move to Florida.When you look into Michael’s eyes\, you see the sincere warmth of a man who knows his purpose. God has guided him to a point in his life where his gentle\, authentic songs and media work are powerfully used to touch and bless everyone he reaches.\nDennis Michael is a soulful music performer whose style blends folk\, blues\, and indie elements into a captivating sonic tapestry. Hailing from Long Island\, New York\, Dennis weaves stories of the heart and introspection\, delivering raw and relatable narratives through his evocative lyrics and rich melodies.With a strong foundation as a session artist\, writer\, and collaborator\, Dennis honed his craft working with Caprice Records and RockMill Studios. These experiences shaped his distinctive sound and storytelling prowess\, earning him recognition for his heartfelt performances and poignant songwriting.Whether performing solo or with a band\, Dennis Michael’s music resonates deeply\, drawing listeners into an emotional journey that feels both personal and universal. His ability to connect through tales of love\, loss\, and self-discovery sets him apart as a truly authentic artist.\nRalph Leeseberg has been making music for more than 50 years but it has only been the last 20 that he has set intentions on positive music. A little folksy\, a little rootsy\, a little bluesy\, a little bit of rock’n’roll. And something he likes to call Metaphysical Country. He really likes sharing the vibe and hopes to leave you smiling.
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/acma-songwriters-at-koreshan-state-park-3/
LOCATION:Koreshan State Park\, 3800 Corkscrew Rd\, Estero\, FL\, 33928\, United States
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SUMMARY:Songwriters in the Round... Grant Peeples\, Larry Mangum\, Doug Spears.
DESCRIPTION:Doors at 6:30.  Show at 7:00Suggested donation at the door $18/22\nThe ACMA is tickled pink to be able to bring these three musicians back together for a songwriting round you won’t forget! It’s been 12 years since the first PMS “tour” but these songwriters have not been sitting around on their (ahem) laurels while life passed them by. Read on for a bit about each of their accomplishments.\nGrant Peeples: A self-described “tree-hugger that watches NASCAR\,” Grant Peeples is known for his axe-sharp socio-political tunes\, raucous humor and heart-gigging ballads.He is the recipient of the Focus Foundation Award for Creative Excellence\, which cited the “humor\, compassion and wisdom of his songs\,” and their “unflinching social insight and cultural acuity.” Grant tours coast to coast and is a repeat performer at The Woody Guthrie Folk Festival\, the 30A Songwriters Festival\, and The Florida Folk Festival. In June 2023 he made his debut at the prestigious Kerrville Folk Festival.He has been a keen observer of the American condition for five decades\, ever since a friend introduced him to the music of Bob Dylan. Through many years on the road\, running a night club/music venue in Tallahassee\, and after a ten-year stint on an isolated island off the coast of Nicaragua\, Peeples turned to writing with a vengeance. He wrote poetry and songs that turned a critical eye on American culture and identity\, the very definition of contemporary folk music.January 2019 marked a second tour in The Netherlands\, where FolkForum.nl described him “…a pure storyteller\, in the best American folk tradition…” and his show “…one of those gems that you will remember for a long time…”We know you’ll want to join us for this almost once in a lifetime experience with the PMS songwriters round\nLarry Mangum:Jacksonville\, FL singer/songwriter LARRY MANGUM has nearly 3000 performances over 5 decades as a folk\, rock\, country and Americana artist. For over 100 years somebody from Larry’s North Carolina family has been playing. Larry’s Mom\, Kate was Randy Travis’ guitar teacher and Uncle Homer was a member of the legendary WBT Briarhoppers!\nA Floridian since 1970\, known for his butter smooth voice\, Larry has released 10 albums of original music and 2 live albums since 1980. An award winning songwriter\, Larry writes from a keen sense of observation and experience capturing the moments that reveal the human truths that bind us all together. An evening of Larry’s songs is an emotional roller coaster touching the heart\, the mind and the soul that stays with the listener long after the performance.\nLarry makes regular appearances at the Florida Folk Festival (featured performer in 2010 2015 2022) the Will McLean Festival (featured performer 2010)\, the South Florida Folk Festival\, the Sarasota Folk Festival\, the Gamble Rogers Folk Festival\, Barberville\, the Lake County Folk Festival\, Riverhawk and many more! He is also host and co-founder of THE SONGWRITERS’ CIRCLE in Jacksonville-a monthly program featuring many of the best regional and national touring acts. Since 2006\, Larry has hosted a monthly Songwriters’ Circle in Jacksonville and around the state.\nLarry’s concert appearances with music legends include the late Waylon Jennings\, Roger McGuinn\, David Mallett\, The Texas Playboys\, Billy Joe Shaver\, Vassar Clements\, Ray Price\, Martina McBride\, Juice Newton\, Steve Young\, Gene Watson\, T.G. Sheppard\, T. Graham Brown\, Alabama and many more.\nAfter years of high quality performances at festivals\, country clubs\, fairs and honky tonks\, Larry Mangum has become one of the premiere performers in Florida!\nAnd Doug Spears:Engaging and entertaining\, Doug Spears is a veteran performing songwriter with a storyteller’s soul. A rare fifth generation Florida native from Lake County\, Florida\, Doug is a regular throughout the state of Florida in concert series\, listening rooms\, festivals and house concerts and at similar venues throughout the U.S. He received particular attention for his 2010 album “Welcome Home” which was a top forty album of the year on the independent folk music radio charts and appeared on the preliminary Grammy ballots in three categories. He has earned recognition for his songwriting from the International Acoustic Music Awards and his song “Break Some Stones” has been published by American Songwriter Magazine.Accompanied by a pure acoustic\, Americana / folk sound and seasoned vocal delivery\, Doug’s songs are drawn from his childhood roots and the world as he’s seen and experienced it. His writing runs from rich tales and vivid portraits of fascinating people\, places and events to honest and vulnerable examinations of life’s joys and sorrows. Doug’s performances are a very personal experience that draw you in by deftly blending the story\, the song\, a measure of humor and a dash of emotion. Hank Weisman of the Savannah Folk Music Society says\, “Great songs combined with fine play and entertaining\, informative patter makes Doug a sure-fire success with any audience.” “Doug’s words and music go straight to the heart and he doesn’t let up\, from start to finish.” Ron Johnson\, Florida Times Union\nPlease plan to join us for what promises to be a very memorable evening of song
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/the-florida-cracker-collective-tour-grant-peeples-larry-mangum-doug-spears/
LOCATION:ACMA. at All Faiths Unitarian\, 2756 McGregor Blvd.\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33901
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SUMMARY:ACMA Songwriters at The Collaboratory..... KICK OFF Show !!!!!!!!!!!!!
DESCRIPTION: 🎶 ACMA Songwriters Showcase at The Collaboratory 🎶 \nThe Collaboratory has partnered with the ACMA (Americana Community Music Association) to bring you 3 FREE outdoor concerts featuring all-original music by talented local singer-songwriters. 🌟 \n✨ Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy an evening under the stars! (Shows will be outdoors\, weather permitting.) \nThe ACMA\, a Fort Myers–based nonprofit\, is dedicated to supporting original music. Each showcase features three artists sharing their songs\, the stories behind them\, and the experiences that inspired them—much like the Island Hopper Festival or Nashville’s Bluebird Café. \nExpect an evening of professional-quality Americana music blending blues\, roots\, folk\, bluegrass\, and country. \n📍 Free Parking.        ⏰ 6:30–8:00 PM \n📅 January 6 • February 3 • March 3. Come support local music and enjoy a night you won’t forget! \nJan 6th Kick Off Show.  Kevin John Allen\,  Bruce Gallent\, and  Bob Patetta \nKevin John Allen\, \,A well-traveled songwriter writing in the veins of Americana and country music.\nWith over 40 years of writing\, playing\, and traveling around the world\, Kevin John Allen touches hearts with songs about life’s most intimate and heartfelt moments — a carny ride through love\, loss\, laughter\, and hope. \nMusic to make you laugh\, love\, think\, and dance. Winner of Best Country Artist — Jersey Acoustic Music Awards (2012) \nReleases: Dark Songs Written on Black Guitars\, Life’s Lonely Rodeo\, The Long Road of Life\, Colours\, Stories I Left Behind Me\n Bruce Gallant. For over 40 years\, Bruce has been writing songs\, using them as a journal to reflect the different times in his life. “I started writing songs in my late 20s and have never stopped. Anything of importance in my life is in one of my songs. Writing is essential for my survival.”   \nBob Patetta is a singer-songwriter specializing in blues\, rock and folk\, and has been performing and recording on guitar\, harmonica and vocals for over 50 years. Born and raised in New Jersey where he started out singing and playing in rock bands\, he has also worked extensively along the Gulf Coast of Florida\, playing harmonica and washboard with Rosie O’Grady’s Dixieland Band in Pensacola\, guitar and blues harp in the greater Tampa area and Lee County\, and in Ohio since 1990. He is currently performing with the Hot Potatoes band in Ohio\, and with Wildlife Drive in Florida\, as well as making many solo appearances. He is also known for making a joyful noise on Sunday mornings at many Unity and UCC churches.
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/acma-songwriters-at-the-collaboratory-kick-off-show/
LOCATION:The Collaboratory\, 2031 Jackson St\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33901\, United States
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SUMMARY:Reckless Saints in Concert! Bob Williams Opens
DESCRIPTION:“This husband and wife team runs the gamut from engaging acoustic folk to driving bluesy tunes\, with hints of twang sprinkled in.”—–Making a Scene Magazine\nRoy Schneider and Kim Mayfield are the core duo and songwriters of Reckless Saints. Partners in music and love since 2003\, they began recording and touring five years later. “Blue Twangled Folk ‘n’ Roll’ is the answer Roy provided to the question “What kind of music do you play?” The Fort Myers based duo decided to use his answer as the album title for their new release\, while also adopting the title of their 2018 release ‘Reckless Saints’ as their new band moniker.\nReckless Saints founder Roy Schneider was 16 and in hiding when he began making music in earnest. He had just escaped a yearlong incarceration at a controversial facility for troubled teens called Straight\, Inc. where\, among many other things\, he had been denied the right to play his guitar\, listen to or even talk about music. The saintly woman who sheltered Roy after his escape (one of the original ‘Reckless Saints’) loaned him her son’s* guitar\, which he played obsessively\, teaching himself countless songs by Bob Dylan\, the Grateful Dead and The Beatles.\nRoy’s songs have thrice made him a Kerrville New Folk finalist and provided opportunities to make musical connections with dozens of artists. In the ‘Most Unexpected Gig Ever’ category is his 10-month prep and ‘blind audition’ for Season 5 of The Voice\, where he got no chairs but did get to perform on national television slinging his beloved and well-worn Martin OM-28.\nKim Mayfield grew up in a house filled with music. By age 9 she began piano lessons\, learning the basics of technique and reading music; mistakenly believing that reading sheet music was the only way to play piano. ” I became disillusioned because the sheet music felt so stiff\, and didn’t sound like what I heard on the recordings.” Years later and eager to find her voice\, she bought a guitar on ebay and taught herself to play enough chords to sing some favorite songs. Never even considering performing as a career she remained a closet musician and worked as a hairdresser\, dental assistant\, yoga instructor and massage therapist. After a 10 year relationship\, she found herself a divorced single mom to son Max\, inspiring her to tell the story of his adoption from a Siberian children’s hospital in one of her first original songs\, “Buddha Baby.”\nThe duo spent over a decade touring and recording 5 CDs of original music under their solo names before officially adopting Reckless Saints as their band name. Their new record\, Blue Twangled Folk n’ Roll\, and the first official Reckless Saints release\, has been years in the making and was greatly influenced by the stress of COVID lockdown. Studio guests on this album include\, David Gans\, Freebo\, Lee Thornburg\, David C Johnson and Charlie McCoy.\nTake a listen to their engaging songs at:recklesssaints.com\nBob Williams kicks off this January show\, the first ACMA concert of 2026.In the late sixties\, Bob\, a young guitarist from Long Island\, NY\, began writing his own music as soon as he mastered three chords. Drawing inspiration from Folk-Rock and Country-Rock\, Bob crafted a unique sound influenced by the folk singers of the 60s and the singer-songwriters of the 70s. His writing evolved into what is now known as Americana Music\, a blend of Roots\, Folk\, Country\, Bluegrass\, Blues\, and everything in between. Over the past decade\, Bob has performed numerous concerts\, opened for national touring artists\, and regularly played with The Pearl Street Band. His songs have also been recorded and released by other artists. Known for sharing the amusing stories behind his lyrics\, Bob’s songs are personal\, irreverent\, funny\, sad\, and always heartfelt. His performances have been described as a mix of Neil Young and Crazy Horse with solo acoustic Bruce Springsteen. While that may be a stretch\, Bob’s passion is evident in his music.\nClick here: www.reverbnation.com/bobwilliams2\nTickets for this show are available at the door.\nSuggested Door Donations:$15/Members$20/General Admission\nThe ACMA listening room doors open at 6:30 pm and the show begins at 7:00 pm
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/reckless-saints-in-concert-bob-williams-opens/
LOCATION:ACMA. at All Faiths Unitarian\, 2756 McGregor Blvd.\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33901
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T190000
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SUMMARY:Andy Wahlberg in concert @ The Planetarium.  Doug Shemenski opens
DESCRIPTION:The ACMA and Calusa Nature Center are excited to announce another concert inside the Planetarium under the stars!Doors at 6:30\, Music at 7\nTickets at https://www.calusanature.org\n$18 members/$20 General public\nAndy grew up in Miami\, Florida where he was first exposed to classical\, pop and international music. He had his first “gig” at age five with a Calypso Latin band that performed at his mother’s restaurant in Miami every weekend. Andy played the bongos while wearing a little Ricky Ricardo suit\, puffy sleeves and all.Andy began performing at live venues in his early teens. During that time\, he honed his craft playing venues all over the United States. He started playing his trademark Harp Guitar which he found in a pawn shop in Los Angeles in the early ’70’s. After studying at a performing arts college for two years\, he began a full-time career as a performing artist\, focusing on the unique sound of the Harp Guitar.Since then\, Andy’s musical career has spanned over 45 years\, more than 3000 concerts and performances nationwide\, 8 albums and hundreds of television and radio appearances. Andy has performed on stage with groups such as Chicago\, Spyra Gyra\, Firefall\, Hall and Oates\, Don McLean\, and the Spinners. In his own recording studio\, he has created soundtracks and scores for numerous television\, radio\, and movie projects. His most recent works include the soundtrack for the PBS Special Florida’s Historic Lighthouses and the motion pictures “Captiva” and “Jericho”.Andy is married and has 2 children. He performs in concerts and clubs in the US and abroad. Andy currently resides in Southwest Florida.www.harpguitarguy.com\nOpening the show! Doug Shemenski – Harp GuitaristDoug musical journey began in 1978 when he purchased his first guitar. Life soon took a different path after he met his soulmate\, Holly. As Doug focused on building two businesses and raising a family\, the guitar took a back seat.Following Holly’s passing in 2019\, music found its way back into Doug’s life during a Christmas gathering in 2020 when his grandchildren encouraged him to pick up his guitar again.Rekindling his passion\, Doug dedicated himself to mastering the guitar. In 2021\, he joined the ACMA as a volunteer\, setting up and tearing down concert equipment. A turning point came in February 2024 when he attended a performance by Muriel Anderson\, whose artistry inspired Doug to envision incorporating the harp guitar into his own music. After also attending two shows by Andy Wahlberg\, Doug was convinced.He purchased his harp guitar in April 2024.Since then\, Doug has embraced performing\, starting with open mic nights and appearances at the Tribby Arts Center at Shell Point Village. Now\, he shares the soulful melodies of his harp guitar by playing twice weekly at Health Park’s four-story atrium and during dinner at a rehabilitation facility. His music brings joy and healing to others\, making this chapter of his life deeply fulfilling
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/andy-wahlberg-in-concert-the-planetarium-doug-shemenski-opens/
LOCATION:Calusa Nature Center and Planetarium\, 3478 Ortiz Ave\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33905\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T190000
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SUMMARY:ACMA Songwriters at Koreshan State Park.
DESCRIPTION:ACMA Songwriters at Koreshan State Park. The Friends of Koreshan State Park have partnered with the ACMA (Americana Community Music Association) to present monthly concerts featuring all-original music by talented local artists.Bring a chair or blanket and settle in for an evening under the stars. If the weather doesn’t cooperate\, the show will be canceled and your tickets will be honored at next month’s performance.\nThe ACMA\, a Fort Myers–based nonprofit\, is dedicated to promoting original music by local singer-songwriters. Each showcase features artists sharing their songs\, the stories behind them\, and a lifetime of experiences— Prepare for an evening of professional-quality acoustic Americana music\, which blends blues\, roots\, folk\, bluegrass\, and country.\nDetails:Tickets: $10 (includes parking) Children under 12 free Advance Tickets. https://friendsofkoreshan.org/event-6410002Schedule: Gates open at 6:30. Show runs from 7-9pm with 20 minute intermission\n\nTim McGeary\, Anthony Wayne \, Nancy Faulkner\n\nTim McGeary international singer/songwriter makes his home in Naples Florida. He was signed to A&M \,and toured as a opening act for Billy Idol\, Duran Duran\, Simples MInds and many more \,his songs have been placed in TV shows and movies \, and is now co-writing and producing with other artists from around the world\, he loves how music connects people\,and continues to share his craft with the world\n\nAnthony Wayneis a seasoned acoustic musician whose soulful sound and heartfelt songwriting have made him a staple in the Southwest Florida music scene. Originally from Indiana\, Anthony began his musical journey at just seven years old\, receiving formal instruction at the Conservatory of Music in Terre Haute. For the past 20 years\, he has called Florida home\, performing full-time for the last 18 across Fort Myers\, Fort Myers Beach\, Cape Coral\, and beyond. Known for his smooth guitar work and emotionally resonant voice\, Anthony has built a loyal following through countless nights of live performance\, where his passion for authentic\, meaningful music shines through.Now\, Anthony is excited to share a new chapter of his artistry—his original music. His songs are lyric-driven\, heartfelt\, and honest\, yet infused with catchy hooks that linger long after the last note fades. Each performance reflects his years of dedication and his enduring love for storytelling through song. Having recently spent time in the studio recording fresh material\, Anthony continues to pour his heart into both his writing and performing\, bringing genuine emotion and craft to every chord he plays.\n\nNancy Faulkner – Americana / Folk / Contemporary ArtistNancy Faulkner\, also known as “Fancy Nancy\,” is a singer-songwriter with a nostalgic style. Raised in a musical family\, she began performing in church and school choirs\, as well as at weddings and community events. Now based in Punta Gorda\, Florida\, she shares her songs at markets\, benefits\, festivals\, and clubs.Her love for humanity and music led her to volunteer her time and talents in the summer of 2025 with Chakulla and The Hunger Bus\, debuting her original music across multiple states. Her work reflects her life experiences\, faith\, and deep connection to people and their stories. Energetic yet heartfelt\, Nancy’s music blends authenticity\, warmth\, and inspiration.
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/acma-songwriters-at-koreshan-state-park-2/
LOCATION:Koreshan State Park\, 3800 Corkscrew Rd\, Estero\, FL\, 33928\, United States
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SUMMARY:Joe Crookston in Concert! J Michael Opens
DESCRIPTION:Joe Crookston is a force of nature on stage. Pure magic.\nHe’s in his power AND communes with his audience. From touring with Gordon Lightfoot\, headlining major US festivals\, receiving Folk Alliance International “Album of the Year\,” releasing NINE BECOMES ONE (2024) to being named Folk Alliance International Artist-in- Resident\, Joe is on fire. He’s played with Suzanne Vega\, Dar Williams\, David Francey\, John McCutcheon\, John Gorka\, Judy Collins and 100’s more. His songs are are being made into award winning films.\nHe’ll surprise you. He awakens the cynics. His rhythm is infectious. In concert\, he is funny one moment and transcendent the next. Whether he’s weaving through lap slide songs or fiddling an American Southern tune\, he’ll draw you in. It happens every time. Watch a YouTube video…it’s fine\, but it’s not the same. You gotta come to a show. With unwavering courage to be himself\, he is literate\, poignant and funny as hell.\nHear of Oklahoma towns\, rattlesnake tails\, turbary thieves\, meter maids and drunk roosters. At the end of the night\, you’ll leave inspired. “The Long Note” is a phrase in Irish culture. “The Long Note” is that place of resonance and transcendence where the music\, the voices\, the instruments\, and the community ALL come together and unite.\nTHE LONG NOTE. JOE CROOKSTON IS REACHING FOR IT!\nThere is even more to know at:joecrookston.com\nWelcome J Michael to our ACMA stage to open the show. Raised on the mean streets of suburban Miami\, he is a classically trained musician from a young age. To pursue rock and roll as a bass player\, J Michael gave all that up. Early influences include James Taylor\, Carole King and Jim Croce. He was drawn to country and folk rock artists such as Gram Parsons\, The Grateful Dead\, The Byrds\, Buffalo Springfield\, Eagles. Later influences include Townes Van Zandt\, Steve Earle and Kim Richey. Recently he started performing his own compositions here at ACMA. His songs emanate from times of emotional and personal upheaval.\nTickets are available at the door for this show.\nDoor donations are as follows:$15/Members$20 /General Admission\nThe ACMA listening room doors open at 6:30 pm and the show begins at 7:00 pm
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/joe-crookston-in-concert-j-michael-opens/
LOCATION:ACMA. at All Faiths Unitarian\, 2756 McGregor Blvd.\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33901
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SUMMARY:Jann Klose in Concert! Joe Terlizzi Opens
DESCRIPTION:Soaring Americana vocals along with some artistic experimentation into reggae and punk gets you\, Jann Klose. Welcome back!\nJann Klose is an award-winning* pop singer-songwriter\, who has released seven albums and two EPs. Klose was raised in Kenya\, South Africa\, Germany and the United States. Singles from his most recent albums Surrender and In Tandem have accumulated over 10 million streams across all platforms and charted on Top 40 radio in both the US and South Africa.\nJann served as the singing voice of Tim Buckley in the 2012 film Greetings from Tim Buckley. His songs have been heard on the Grammy® nominated Healthy Food For Thought compilation\, charted in the Billboard Top 10 compilation Action Moves People United\, and have appeared in MTV Cribs and the movies Married Young\, Dead Broke and One Little Finger\, where he worked alongside Quincy Jones.\nJann has performed as an actor and singer in touring companies of Broadway musicals\, including Jesus Christ Superstar\, Jekyll and Hyde\, and The Who’s Tommy as well as in made-for-TV movies\, voice overs and commercials. In 2020\, Jann launched his podcast\, Making Sound with Jann Klose. With over 120 episodes the show has featured guests such as John Mahon (Elton John Band)\, Simon Kirke (Free\, Bad Company) and Mark Farner (Grand Funk Railroad).\nJann has opened for and collaborated with a wide range of artists including Pat Benatar\, John Oates of Hall and Oates\, Suzanne Vega\, Renaissance & Annie Haslam\, The Yardbirds\, Liz Callaway and sister Ann Hampton Callaway\, Rosanne Cash\, Paula Cole\, Brett Dennen\, Karen Zoid\, Tamara Dey\, Carrie Newcomer\, Alicia Madison\, Roger McGuinn\, Gary Lucas\, Jeffrey Gaines\, Elliott Murphy\, Rusted Root\, Pete Seeger and Les Paul.\n*Recipient of 4 Independent Music Awards\, Grammy® nomination “Healthy Food For Thought” compilation.\nTake a listen here:jannklose.com\nOpening the show is new ACMA member and singer/songwriter\, Joe Terizzi. Joe comes from Jersey City\, NJ and has been playing guitar since the age of 10. He started in rock bands in his teens and went through an acoustic period in his early twenties after graduating from Stevens Tech. As a member of Hobo King\, he and friend Ed Bank opened for some well known folk acts of the day. But he decided to pursue a career as a chemical patent specialist and put his songwriting chops on the back burner. This job allowed him to travel the world on business and live in New York City for many years. Musical interests eventually won out and in 2012\, he decided to release a CD of original songs by playing all the instruments and recording it at home. Since then\, he has self-released two more CDs and recently finished his fourth. He spends his winters in Fort Myers and for summers\, he recently relocated to West New York\, NJ. He enjoys being a member of ACMA and is thrilled to be invited to open up for Jann. Look for his new CD\, “Thankful”\, soon available on most musical platforms.\nTickets for this show are available at the door.Door donations: $15/ACMA Members$20/General AdmissionThe listening room doors open at 6:30 PM and the show begins at 7:00 PM.
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/jann-klose-in-concert-joe-terlizzi-opens/
LOCATION:ACMA. at All Faiths Unitarian\, 2756 McGregor Blvd.\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33901
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T190000
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SUMMARY:ACMA Songwriters at Koreshan State Park
DESCRIPTION:ACMA Songwriters at Koreshan State Park \nThe Friends of Koreshan State Park have partnered with the ACMA (Americana Community Music Association) to present monthly concerts featuring all-original music by talented local artists. \nBring a chair or blanket and settle in for an evening under the stars. If the weather doesn’t cooperate\, the show will be canceled and your tickets will be honored at next month’s performance. \nThe ACMA\, a Fort Myers–based nonprofit\, is dedicated to promoting original music by local singer-songwriters. Each showcase features artists sharing their songs\, the stories behind them\, and a lifetime of experiences— Prepare for an evening of professional-quality acoustic Americana music\, which blends blues\, roots\, folk\, bluegrass\, and country. Details: \n\nTickets: $10 (includes parking) Children under 12 free \nAdvance Tickets      https://friendsofkoreshan.org/event-6366598/Registration\nSchedule: Gates open at 6:30.  Show runs from 7-9pm with 20 minute intermission\n\n Nov. 12  Koreshan  State Park Songwriter Showcase   \nBill Metts\, Kim Mayfield & Chakulla  \nBill Metts started singing and playing guitar during the country blues revival of the 1960s and fell in love with the art of finger-style guitar. Shortly after moving to Southwest Florida\, he was asked to serve on the board of the nationally known Americana Community Music Association. He began writing songs as a result of being asked to host their weekly Songwriter Circle and for four years did so. He also volunteered for “Hope by Song Inc\,” a not-for-profit organization\, creating songs from the writings of people dealing with great emotional trauma in order to help them heal through the power inherent in music. He has performed at the prestigious Mississippi John Hurt Blues Festival\, the world-famous “Ground Zero” in Clarksdale Mississippi\, at the Will McLean Festival in Brooksville\, Florida\, and in the BMI sponsored Island Hopper Songwriter Festival. \nKim Mayfield is also known as half of the Americana duo ‘Reckless Saints\,’ (with husband Roy Schneider) and shared in the songwriting for their first two albums. Mayfield’s song “Ring Around the Moon\,” described by a reviewer as “haunted by Patsy Cline\,” earned a semi-finalist spot in the 2019 International Songwriting Competition. Reckless Saints were finalists in the 2025 Kerrville New Folk competition. \nChakulla (affectionately known as Grandfather Chakulla) is an individual\, expressing his music with an organic grove of worldly rhythm’s\, unique guitar cords\, catchy and memorable melodies. He sings out with an acoustic guitar using a loop pedal enabling leads\, harmonica\, marimba\, conga’s\, percussion\, and vocal percussion lines to manifest on the spot and live . \nHe is best described as the Folk/World/Jazz/Americana artist\, and in his 4 decades of writing and playing music Chakulla has shared his music at concert venues seating 60\,000 people\, and in Clubs\, at House concerts\, Festivals\, TV and radio appearances\, and singing out in the streets. \nHe has shared the stage with Richie Havens\, Pete Seeger\, Arlo Guthrie\, Buddy Miles\, Aztec Two step\, etc. Chakulla has a profound effect on audiences connecting\, including\, inspiring\, and inviting them to participate and to sing along leaving them with a smile.
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/acma-songwriters-at-koreshan-state-park/
LOCATION:Koreshan State Park\, 3800 Corkscrew Rd\, Estero\, FL\, 33928\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ben Gage in Concert!  "Houseboat" Jim Visone Opens
DESCRIPTION:Ben Gage is a songwriter from Akron\, OH. Ben Gage grew up in the rust belt of Northeast Ohio\, spread out in the countryside along the great Lake Erie. His roots run deep beside the hard working blue collars that Ohio has to boast. That tenacity\, love of family\, and respect for a long day can be seen in his music. He doesn’t shy away from life’s ups and downs and sews human experience within all his songs\, artfully\, without the need to bash you over the head with ideas. In Fall of 2021 Ben quit his job in the tech-sector to pursue music full time. Now he travels the US sharing stories and songs and always collecting more.\nFolk and Blues music gives us a way to hand along a story\, and it’s what fuels Ben’s songwriting and the reason he includes the listener. The best story sets aside the complexities and focuses on honesty. You will find yourself feeling as though you’ve heard his songs before even if it’s your first time.\nFind our more here:bengagemusic.com\n\n“Houseboat” Jim Visone will open the show…banjo? guitar? One just never knows with Houseboat\, but we know it will be awesome! Jim started picking and singing back in the late 50’s in Greenwich Village. Got married\, worked\, and got back to music about fifteen years ago in Las Vegas. I’ve been playing around the Ft. Myers area for the last six years. Go catch him singing his original music around town. You will be glad you did!\nTickets for the show are available at the door. Door donations are as follows:$15/ACMA Members$20/General Admission\nOur listening room doors open at 6:30 PM and the show begins at 7:00 PM.
URL:https://www.americanacma.org/event/ben-gage-in-concert-houseboat-jim-visone-opens/
LOCATION:ACMA. at All Faiths Unitarian\, 2756 McGregor Blvd.\, Fort Myers\, FL\, 33901
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