It was exciting to see the new Bel Air High School from the inside, and this was an occasion to see and ‘listen up’ the new auditorium. Right off, the acoustics are fantastic, plenty of leg room and beautifully appointed. The reason for my visit Sunday afternoon was prompted by a member of the band […]
Harford County Public Schools Congratulates All-State Student Musicians
From Harford County Public Schools: Each year, more than 7,000 secondary student musicians from public and private schools in all Maryland subdivisions audition for the Maryland All-State Bands, Orchestras, and Choruses sponsored by the Maryland Music Educators Association. Students take part in a competitive audition and their musical talent is judged by experts in their […]
Local Photographer Among Music-Inspired Artists Featured at Baltimore Gallery
DEFINITION GALLERY PRESENTS – “INSPIRATION”- Featuring an all star line up of artists who find inspiration from music and musicians inspired to create visually. Artists include: Justin Bua; Jerry Garcia (Grateful Dead); Bill Kreutzmann (Grateful Dead); John Entwistle (The WHO); Tico Torres (Bon Jovi), Ron Wood (Rolling Stones); John Kahn (Jerry Garcia Band); Daniel Johnston; […]
Johnny Winter Worth The Wait
Let’s start out by stating I know little about Johnny Winter…he’s a blues guitar player who greased his skids by emulating the masters…B.B. King, Sonny Boy Williamson III, Robert Johnson, and Lightnin’ Hopkins. Hearing the blues is a magic art of soulful appreciation and, among the pantheon of blues players, Mr. Winter has always stood […]
Raymond J. Dombrowski, 79, Longtime Bel Air Band Leader
Raymond J. Dombrowski Born in Pittsburgh, PA on Jul. 3, 1929 Departed on Aug. 25, 2008 and resided in Bel Air, MD.
Smashing Pumpkins, Blowing Chunks
Early nineties. Late teens. The time in life where you’re just starting to figure out that you can go places and do things; that you have limitless options. The idea both terrified and exhilarated you. And, you’re a punk. One of your bands was playing in DC. The Red Hot Chili Peppers. You got tickets […]