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2011/2012 Schedule: Click Here or Scroll Down

Started in July '04, the Sunapee Community Coffeehouse's mission is to encourage & foster professional and amateurs musicians alike in a family style listening room environment where new and seasoned performers can offer up their songs and stories to an attentive audience. Original songs encouraged but not required.
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Location: Downstairs at the Sunapee Methodist Church, 17 Lower Main Street in Sunapee, NH All Events: 7PM (603) 763-3241 church - (603) 763-4301 (after 6pm) need directions: click here
		The formula for our successful concert series: 1) Volunteers to sustain the series 2) Passing the hat for the musician, and 3) Fostering an attentive respectful audience in a family atmosphere which in turn guarantees the musicians will want to return.
WE NEED YOU...PLEASE SPONSOR A NIGHT! PICK ANY NIGHT BELOW! Friends of the Sunapee Community Coffeehouse who would like to sponsor the music/room rental for a night are greatly appreciated. One night's sponsorship is $25 which covers the heat and lights for the space. In turn the emcee makes an honorable mention of you, or your company on the night of your sponsorship. Your business logo, or personal name will be added to this schedule below, and goes on all the posters around the area. Help continue the Sunapee CoffeeHouse tradition by sending your check to: Sunapee Community Coffeehouse - c/o Martha Naylor, Treasurer - 141 Bascom Rd. - Newport, NH 03773 Please email us to post your company name/logo on the website for your sponsored week. Thanks!
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Date	Performer	Fall 2011	EmCee	SPACE SPONSORED BY:
	Click Name for Website	All Events: 7PM	(s=SCC's Sound sytem)	Please visit our sponsors
Sept 16	Patrick Coman	Former Oklahoma native Patrick Coman, now a New England city dweller, grew up on American roots music, rural blues and Hank Williams. While his music continues to pay homage to his rural upbringing, Patrick's style has developed into what he describes as “city folk” and “his songs are modern takes on timeless themes” – Call It Folk	Martha Naylor	E J Tretter Carpenter Builder Musician Songwriter Lebanon, N H 603-448-6152 tretterej@gmail.com
Sept 23	After the Rodeo	After the Rodeo is an amalgamation of talent that blends seamless, melodic musicianship along with supple three-part harmonies that transcends the typical musical landscape, brilliantly infusing meandering jazz, traditional blues and bluegrass along with the reminiscent charm of cowboy folk	Capt. Al Peterson	Kathy Lowe kathylowemusic.com
Sept 30		The Tradition continues, Stop by to listen or join in. Sign up on site with the host for your 15 min or three songs. Storytellers also welcome!	Al Carruth	Would you like to sponsor a night? $25 gets your logo and link here, plus it pays for our rental costs for the evening!
Oct 7	John Colvert	John's music: It isn't really folk. It isn't really rock, It isn't really bluegrass or pop, though all those elements are there. His songs are direct & honest. Singer / Songwriter John Colvert Co-founder of New England Americana www.newenglandamericana.com	Martha Naylor	* www.mtnspirit.org 603-763-2668
Oct 14	Timothy Gurshin	Tim Gurshin blends folk, rock, and a bit of blues and country into songs that are uniquely his own. His music reflects a never ending quest to catch magic through songwriting. Live performances feature his original material supplemented with his own unique arrangements of classic acoustic music from Bob Dylan to Green Day.	Tom Donnelly	Tom & Nancy Donnelly
Oct 21	No CoffeeHouse Venue not Available	No CoffeeHouse due to Church function
Oct 28		The Tradition continues, Stop by to listen or join in. Sign up on site with the host for your 15 min or three songs. Storytellers also welcome!	Al Carruth	The Dave and Melanie Leathers Family
Nov 4	Jeff Warner	Jeff Warner's traditional songs, rich in local history and a sense of place, present the latest news from the distant past. Community songs, banjo tunes, 18th-century New England hymns, spoon-playing and sailor songs highlight his amusing and informative all-ages programs.	Kathy Lowe	E J Tretter Carpenter Builder Musician Songwriter Lebanon, N H 603-448-6152 tretterej@gmail.com
Nov 11	Hungrytown	Hungrytown is the folk music duo of Rebecca Hall & Ken Anderson. Rebecca is known for simple, melodic and achingly beautiful songs, stirring modern themes into traditional song structures. Multiinstrumentalist, Ken plays drums, organ, bass, guitar, mandolin, banjo and harmonica. As a gifted natural harmony singer he is largely responsible for Hungrytown's unique vocal blend.	Cathie Zoeller	* www.mtnspirit.org 603-763-2668
Dec 9	Ken Bonfield	A Special Holiday Concert with guitarist Ken Bonfield and his guests, Kristen Miller on cello and Steve Davison on 12-string guitar.	Al Carruth	www.alcarruthluthier.com 863-7064
Dec 16	Kathy Lowe	Kathy Lowe with Seasonal Originals from her CD, "Wishing You Peace." Special Guests: Kent Allyn, Steve Schuch, Gerry Putnam, Lowe Profiles, Greg Gutgsell, Fran Steven, George Beaton. Songbooks for singing along.	Al Peterson	Anonymous
return to top	Winter Break	*Back in January, 2012*		Booking for Fall opens March 1 and booking for Winter/Spring opens the previous October 1

Winter/Spring '12 Schedule

Date	Performer	Winter/Spring 2012	EmCee	SPACE SPONSORED BY:
	Click Name for Website	All Events: 7PM	(s=SCC's Sound sytem)	Please visit our sponsors
Jan 13	Santa Croce	The Santa Croce singers consist of the five oldest siblings from a family of ten. They sing all kind of music, infusing that music with their sense of family,and their love music. They have been singing and playing together for over seven years. Listen for both original material and covers and you won't be disappointed.	Martha Naylor	Anonymous
Jan 20	Greg Kozicz & the Tribe of Dreams	. Musically, he goes by Greg Kozicz & the Tribe of Dreams. His music is "cosmic folk," folk music with influences ranging from acoustic rock, soul, and gospel, to the rhythms of Native pipe flutes and drums, and the sounds of the sitars of Classical Indian music. The Tribe of Dreams is as much a journey of mind spirit and heart as it is a path made of music	EmCee needed!	Would you like to sponsor a night? $25 gets your logo and link here, plus it pays for our rental costs for the evening!
Jan 27		The Tradition continues, Stop by to listen or join in. Sign up on site with the host for your 15 min or three songs. Storytellers also welcome!	Al Carruth	E J Tretter Carpenter Builder Musician Songwriter Lebanon, N H 603-448-6152 tretterej@gmail.com
Feb 3	E J Tretter	This singer/ songwriter hails from the Lebanon area. He plays a solid 6 and 12 string guitar. He's been described as a cross between Leo Kottke and Leonard Cohen. Music in the finger picking style of James Taylor and Paul Simon.	Click Horning	Would you like to sponsor a night? $25 gets your logo and link here, plus it pays for our rental costs for the evening!
Feb 10	Deep Hole Road	Deep Hole Road is a fun string band comprised of two couples: Sue & Phil and Nick & Sharon. Sharon and Sue play the fiddle (and a couple of other instruments), Phil plays the guitar and banjo, and Nick says he plays whatever else is laying around.	Capt. Al Peterson	E J Tretter Carpenter Builder Musician Songwriter Lebanon, N H 603-448-6152 tretterej@gmail.com
Feb 17	Sarah Blacker	Described as, “the perfect blend of Joni Mitchell and Ella Fitzgerald,” yet Bob McKillop from mainefolkmusic.org recognizes her raw passion mixed with skill and calls her, "a street savvy urban busker with world class training." She's been named a ‘River Rising Star' by Boston's Independent Radio, 92.5 the River.	EmCee needed	Would you like to sponsor a night? $25 gets your logo and link here, plus it pays for our rental costs for the evening!
Feb 24		The Tradition continues, Stop by to listen or join in. Sign up on site with the host for your 15 min or three songs. Storytellers also welcome!	Al Carruth	Would you like to sponsor a night? $25 gets your logo and link here, plus it pays for our rental costs for the evening!
Mar 2	Putnam Pirozzoli Guitar Duo	Bach to the Beatles...Miles to Eric Clapton...Brubeck to Gershwin... Gerry and Tom are not to be missed. Whether your a longtime fan, or a newbie, you'll love the heart, soul and expertise applied to two guitars. Guitar excellence at it's best. Tom Pirozzoli - Art & Music	Gerry Putnam	Landape Design and Construction www.teamJSLA.com
Mar 9	Jessica Smucker Heather Maloney	This evening features sets from these unique and wonderful performers Jessica Smucker writes what could be considered "dark pop" songs: catchy melodies in minor keys, lyrics that masterfully infuse sad stories with tiny flecks of humor and hope. She performs in diverse configurations and contexts, but her songs have a consistent melodic edge. "Woven with a sort of defiant sadness, a square-jawed resilience" (Fly Magazine), her compositions often start down a familiar road but, through a series of subtle twists and curves, deliver the listener to an unexpected destination Heather Maloney is a singer songwriter whose lyrics have been described as poignient and powerful . As a classically trained vocalist who once aimed for the opera, there is an apparent strength and certainty in her voice that provides a solid foundation for the "unfettered" (Intelligencer Journal) vocal playfulness throughout her work	EmCee needed	Would you like to sponsor a night? $25 gets your logo and link here, plus it pays for our rental costs for the evening!
Mar 16	FatHands	Two brothers... Too good. Walt and Nic Kutylowski, playing guitar, bass and vocals. "Their songwriting and performances are stunningly sincere and professional. Without a doubt, some of the best songs and performance you'll see and hear." rr	Randy Richards	* www.mtnspirit.org 603-763-2668
Mar 23	Bible Hill Gang: David Leathers with sons Nathan and Jason	Bible Hill Gang: David Leathers with sons Nathan and Jason #	EmCee needed	Bob and Martha Naylor
Mar 30		The Tradition continues, Stop by to listen or join in. Sign up on site with the host for your 15 min or three songs. Storytellers also welcome!	Al Carruth	Would you like to sponsor a night? $25 gets your logo and link here, plus it pays for our rental costs for the evening!
April 6	No CoffeeHouse Venue not Available	No CoffeeHouse. The venue is not available.
April 13	Richard King with Jan Rosen	A former president of the Sunapee Community CoffeeHouse, Richard returns to perform at the CoffeeHouse. He'll be accompanied by female vocalist Jan Rosen. Old time songs, Americana and contemporary folk.	Richard King	Would you like to sponsor a night? $25 gets your logo and link here, plus it pays for our rental costs for the evening!
April 20	No CoffeeHouse Venue not Available	No CoffeeHouse. The venue is not available.
April 27		The Tradition continues, Stop by to listen or join in. Sign up on site with the host for your 15 min or three songs. Storytellers also welcome!	Al Carruth	Would you like to sponsor a night? $25 gets your logo and link here, plus it pays for our rental costs for the evening!
May 4	Howie Newman	One of the most engaging performers on the New England folk circuit, Howie Newman combines music, comedy and audience participation to provide a truly unique entertainment experience.	EmCee needed	Would you like to sponsor a night? $25 gets your logo and link here, plus it pays for our rental costs for the evening!
May 11	Randy Richards	An eccletic mix of originals: World Music and Folk Music Grand Piano, Native American Flute, Zampona Guitar, Possibly Drums & Percussion	Randy Richards	Would you like to sponsor a night? $25 gets your logo and link here, plus it pays for our rental costs for the evening!
May 18	Davey O.	This evening features sets from these unique and wonderful performers Songwriter Davey O. is well known for his highly introspective offerings - pure americana written for the thinking person. Armed with the steady rhythmic pulse of his Guitar, he seamlessly weaves characters into stories that continue to resonate long after the music is done. Sharon and Nick Pangaro have been listening to and playing folk and roots music since their college days. Influenced by modern artists such as Neil Young and Richard Thompson, as well as roots musicians like Leadbelly and Woody Guthrie, Nick and Sharon use their instruments and voices to paint an image of their thoughts and feelings.	EmCee needed	Would you like to sponsor a night? $25 gets your logo and link here, plus it pays for our rental costs for the evening!
May 25		The Tradition continues, Stop by to listen or join in. Sign up on site with the host for your 15 min or three songs. Storytellers also welcome!	Al Carruth	Would you like to sponsor a night? $25 gets your logo and link here, plus it pays for our rental costs for the evening!
June 1	Sferes and White	“Sferes & White” have discovered an uncommon synergy, blending clear and luscious harmonies with complexand imaginative guitar playing. Their performances feature an eclectic and soulful combination of blues, roots and rock. Image: The Duo perform on NPR's Prairie Home Companion	Jimmy Sferes & Jennifer White	Landscape Design and Construction www.teamJSLA.com
June 8	Sylvan Roots	"Roots Music and Much More" including Contemporary and Traditional Folk, Blues, Americana, “Old Timey” Tunes by Woody Guthrie, Louis Armstrong, Alison Krauss, Huddie Ledbetter, and John Prine. Original NH tunes, also music by Brownie Macintosh, Bill Staines.	EmCee needed	Would you like to sponsor a night? $25 gets your logo and link here, plus it pays for our rental costs for the evening!
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CoffeeHouse and Community Announcements
CoffeeHouse Announcements Thanks To Tom Daniels, Carol Adams and Robyn Macy, Randy Richards: Many thanks to these folks who are helping to get the word out about our coffeehouse. Tom is posting to online calendars, Robyn is updating the website and NCTV-10 notice, and creating a monthly email template, Carol is doing the feature articles and Randy is sending out to the email list and FaceBook. Great to have a cool PR team to grow our audience! Thanks for the Melodies: Many thanks to Kate Gordon for her donation of 2 boxes of LP records that folks can pick through and donate to the coffeehouse for their selections. Come one, come all, to the CoffeHouse to peruse the treasures while they last. Give us your Feedback!: We want your feedback. If you have any suggestions, comments or ideas, please let us know on how your experience was at the CoffeeHouse or what we can do to improve the experience. Email us at mcn11@comcast.net We need Sponsors SCC has kicked off it's winter 2011 Season. But as you can see we're lacking in sponsorship. Help provide live music in the area by sponsoring a night. It looks like we've got a reputation for a "listening room style" venue. Good - "Mission accomplished" to quote a famous war hero. We put the word "Community" in the name because it's our hope local musicians and community members will consider participating in the Lake Sunapee area music community by getting involved in this venue by EmCeeing, and/or sponsoring a night . We would love to have your volunteer interest to help keep the venue invigerated. All are invited, and the best part....you can have a say in how things go if you get involved. We're Always looking for any teens to play an evening, or an open mic. Please call us if you'd like to play. Image: Will Bartlett, Open Mic performer, at an Open Mic . Volunteers needed: Want to help out? Check out our volunteer page for some fun opportunities to get involved. We need EmCees. It's fun and you can help live music continue in Sunapee, contact one of us. Hey John Colvert, Thanks for the kind words.. "I just wanted to thank you for having me last week. I had so much fun! You've got a great series with great listeners and it was a real pleasure to spend the night performing for all of you. I know you only book musicians once each year, so the March 1st booking date is certainly on my calendar! Thanks again! John" Thanks for the Kudos "Just want to thank you on behalf of both Kyra and myself for your hospitality last Friday night. It was truly one of the most enjoyable rooms/crowds I've ever had the pleasure to play for, and the support was overwhelming! Please pass this on to all the others who help to make SCCH possible, and hopefully we can make one of the open mic nights before your summer break! Keep up the great work!!" Yours truly,Scott Sanborn "Comfortable Genes" Facebook: Sunapee CoffeeHouse is on FB. Keep up to date, and chime in to help the live music community grow well in Sunapee. Click on the logo, and be a fan and write something. http://www.facebook.com/SunapeeCoffeeHouse
Community Announcements: If you'd like to have a community event (music or otherwise) listed here, let us know, and will post it. Click Horning's Moose Jam: Every Sunday afternoon from 2-4pm at the Velvet Moose, Main Street Warner, (in the old Perkin's Hardware building across from the PO. All welcome. Click usually plays the first set, and others may play the second set - an open mic of sorts. For details call Click at 763-4632, he may pick up. Hole in the Fence Cafe: Live music, Open Mic style, on the last Thursday of every month at the Hole in the Fence Cafe at 420 Main St. New London. Bruce Sanborn owns this wonderful little venue, and stop by to eat good food and support local music. More info at 526-6600 or email sanborn.buddy@gmail.com . Thanks Bruce for sponsoring October's Open Mic! NEFFA!: New England Folk Festival Association Mansfield, Mass. A weekend of folk and family music and dance, concerts, jam sessions, workshops, singing, Morris dancing, sword dances, contra and square dancing, international dancing, at all levels-- beginner, intermediate, experienced and exhibitions as well as bazaar, crafts. Says Martha Naylor, "Run totally by volunteers (like our coffeehouse.)Alan Carruth and Bob and I go regularly." That's a good endorsement. I'd check it out if I were you. For more info: www.neffa.org Tibeten Harmonic Healing Bowls: South Congregational Church in Newport, NH, is offering Harmonic Healing with 70 Tibeten Bowls on the 3rd Friday of every month at 7PM. Admission is free - a very relaxing hour, bring a mat or blanket, and be ready to be transported above Newport. Local live music in the area. There has been quite a bit of interest and activity lately with businesses and individuals starting similar venues as ours in the Lake Sunapee Region. Without a doubt, we support more live music in the area. Let us know how we can help. We also encourage people to get involved with supporting live music here in Sunapee, so give us a call if you'd like host a night, help with posters or sponsor a night or anything else you'd like to do.
CONTACT: GENERAL INFO: info(at)sunapeecoffeehouse.org TEL: 603-763-2668 MUSICIAN BOOKING: Martha Naylor mcn11@comcast.net 603- 863-1136 (Be sure to write "Sunapee CoffeeHouse" in the subject line in order to get your email to Martha) (Please read the Musician's Page before inquiring about booking, thanks.) MUSICIANS, SEND PRESS RELEASES AND IMAGES TO: Robyn Macy: Email: robyn628(at)tds.net and randy(at)mtnspirit.org MUSICIANS, SEND POSTERS TO: Al Curruth, 51 Camel Hump Rd Newport, NH 03773 EMCEE VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR: Martha Naylor mcn11@comcast.net (603) 863-1136
Be sure to check out our sister coffeehouse in Leavenworth Washington at www.leavenworthcoffeehouse.org Randy Richards, Chris Rader, Lori Bonner, Jim Allyn, Gator Chamberlin, Amy Skinder, Paul Myher, and others got it rolling. Paul Myher, Cindy Rieveldt and others continue the Leavenworth Community CoffeeHouse tradition in their new venue at Haus Laurelie in Leavenworth on a bi-monthly basis. This Washington group of committed volunteers also continue to produce the hugely successful Annual CoffeeHouse Music Festival in the park., (Any "Leavenworth veterans" wishing to play NH, can count on a place to stay if they swing by Sunapee for a gig.)
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We received "Best of New Hampshire 2005" for our Open Mic.
Cool, we didn't even know they were aware of us!

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The Sunapee Community CoffeeHouse is an ad-hoc nonprofit group of volunteers.
With the help of many emcee's, the following people helped launch the Sunapee Community CoffeeHouse in the summer of 2004: Randy Richards, Click and Joanie Horning, Richard King, Dan Bowles, Matt Driscoll, Matt Moran, Becky Bowles, Bob & Jim Britton and Joel Dulude.
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