From Jay Mankita: Dean and David are musical friends who I’ve known for a long time. I admire both of them greatly for their guitar skills and their songwriting. They’ll each be playing their own songs, but I know they’ll sing a few together as well. I’ve been told they may also cover a Jay Mankita tune! And I may add a third harmony on song or two. I hope you’ll come hear Dean and David, this is sure to be an unforgettable evening.
Series: First Friday Concerts at Coho
Venue: Great Room at Pioneer Valley Cohousing, 120 Pulpit Hill Road in North Amherst.
Doors open at 7 PM, Concert starts at 7:30.
$10-$20 suggested donation
This is a smoke and fragrance-free venue.
Facility is wheelchair accessible
Here are the details:
DEAN STEVENS
For twenty five years Dean Stevens has delighted audiences of all ages throughout the
Americas. An exuberant performer of distinctive
style and wit, he combines an intricate, self-taught
guitar style with a versatile and expressive
singing voice. He has established himself as
a formidable creator and interpreter of a
wide spectrum of songs in English and Spanish.
His own material explores a variety of personal
and social topics, paints sketches of people and
places, celebrates the Earth, and
annoys the narrow minded.
Born and raised in Costa Rica, Dean Stevens
is a lifelong student of Latin America. He
learned Spanish at an early age, and readily
absorbed the musical and topical influences
of the region. He travels frequently to
Central America, and has become known
for his humanitarian efforts on behalf of
refugees returning to their homes
in El Salvador and Guatemala.
Dean Stevens has four highly acclaimed
recordings to his credit. His last release,
“Eyes of Wonder” (Volcano Records),
is a collection of songs in English and Spanish,
with guest appearances by Sol y Canto,
Randy Sabien, Linda Waterfall, and others.
Dean Stevens Website:
http://
Dean Stevens on ITunes
https://itunes.apple.com/
Dean Stevens – Old Man in his garden
https://www.youtube.com/
Dean Stevens: Let Justice Roll Down
https://www.youtube.com/
Dean Stevens sings I Am A Dolphin (by Jay Mankita)
https://www.youtube.com/
Dean Stevens: Cuida El Agua
https://www.youtube.com/
Dean Stevens: Salmon River
https://www.youtube.com/
Dean Stevens: Love Comes to the Simple Heart
https://www.youtube.com/
DAVID DODSON
David Dodson writes great songs that run the gamut of American styles-folk, rock, blues, jazz and country. They cover a variety of topics and range from poignant to hilarious. He plays a mean guitar, tells a good story, sings like a bird, and he’s got rhythm. Who could ask for anything more? He has shared the stage with K D Lang, Bill Staines, Ramblin Jack Elliot, Gordon Bok, Dougie MacLean, The Persuasions, Greg Brown, Joe Ely, Marcia Ball, Sha Na Na, Chicago, and the Flying Burrito Brothers. He was a winner of the “New Folk” contest at the Kerrville Folk Festival.
David Dodson Website:
http://
David Dodson on ITunes:
https://itunes.apple.com/
Links to Videos:
David Dodson sings “Kiss My Butt State
https://www.youtube.com/
The Pyjama Men by David Dodson
https://www.youtube.com/
“How Come I’m always so Pissed Off” by David Dodson
https://www.youtube.com/
Amend the Constitution Song (Overturn Citizens United)
https://www.youtube.com/
True Believer by David Dodson
https://www.youtube.com/
I’ve Had it Up To Here With Texas
https://www.youtube.com/
Mary Kate Got the Guy
https://www.youtube.com/