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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: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: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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