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The Concert Gild brings music to 150-year-old Gild Hall in Arden, Delaware, just ten minutes north of Wilmington, and twenty minutes south of the Philadelphia airport. Members save 20% on all events.
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Habib Koite - May 8 at Gild Hall
COMING EVENTS: For details, scroll down page.
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- Punch/Thile pix are here. Dengue pix here, Cordero here.
- Habib Koite and Bamada (5/8) and Duke Robillard (5/23) and Chuck Prophet On sale now!
- Summer Festival Date Announced! Saturday July 19 - All Day, 5 Bands, So far Robert Hazard and Gina Sicilia announced.
TICKETS FOR ALL SHOWS:
- Club Members, save $2 per ticket when you buy tickets for THREE or more different concerts at once!
- call (302) 475-3126
- NON Member tix only at Between Books in Claymont, 302-798-3378
- Use your credit card at Groove Tickets (charges apply, non-member pricing only)
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Thursday May 8, 2008 - 8 PM
$30, $25 members
Habib Koite' and Bamada - An Unprecedented Chance to see this Band in a small venue
Habib Koite is an international star who is too little known in Delaware. He is one of the few African players who can travel the US and fill large halls in all 4 corners of the country. Playing Houston, New York, Nashville...and Arden! Yes, you can come see him in the smallest venue he will be hitting on this 3 week tour.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DAmxXizTKSY
Click on the above link to see Habib and his band in action.
His new album Afriki is his first studio CD in 6 years. His last show at Gild Hall is largely captured on his Foly! live double CD available at Amazon.com
Called "Mali's biggest pop star" by Rolling Stone (in an infamous article in which Bonnie Raitt compared Habib to Jimi Hendrix and Stevie Ray Vaughn), Habib has also received raves from widely-read publications such as People, Entertainment Weekly and the New York Times. Just this June, Habib graced a 2-page photo spread in the pages of Vanity Fair magazine.
Nuff Said. Get your tickets now: (302) 475-3126 mailbox 5.
Duke Robillard Band
Friday May 23, 2008 - 8 PM
$25, $20 members
Roomful of Blues Founder Duke Robillard and his 5 piece band is bringing his infectious brand of Blues to Arden.
Come see this W.C. Handy Award winning Guitarist who B.B King called "one of the great players" for a Hot night of the Blues.
Check him out on youtube here.
Chuck Prophet Band
Saturday June 7, 2008 - 8 PM
$23, $18 members
Indy rocker/singer-songwriter - guitar slinger - hellraiser Chuck Prophet brings his rockin' 5-piece band to the Arden Gild Hall on Saturday, June 7. Chuck has moved from the seminal indy-band Green On Red into one of Triple AAA Radio's most-played artists. His distinctive voice is the perfect match for songs like "Summertime Thing", "Just to See You Smile" and current fave "The Freckle Song".
See him in action in these videos!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7raIAJTxeqA&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yGNEMi1qPUs&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0wKH0FyR91M&feature=related
AND, Arden Concert Gild was awarded 2 grants from Delaware Division for the Arts this season! One is for our regular season, the other is designated for a collaboration we have begun with The Grand in Wilmington. So far at The Grand this year we have co-presented Angelique Kidjo in May and Oliver Mtukudzi in October. Call 302-652-5577 for Grand tickets, Arden does not sell these tickets.
Coming to The Grand
(with Arden's Help!)
Who was at our 2006 Summer Music Fest? Do you remember Daby Toure'? This Afropop rocker brought tears and joy to the crowd on a hazy hot day in July. Realworld recording artist Daby Toure' comes to the baby grand for a special Arden Concert Gild event on Monday August 4, 2008 at 8 PM. More info to come!
This program is made possible, in part, by grants from the Delaware Division of the Arts, a state agency committed to promoting and supporting the arts in Delaware, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts. For additional information on arts activities in Delaware, visiting the Delaware Division of the Arts homepage.
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PREVIOUS CONCERTS IN 2007 and 2008:
Punch Brothers featuring Chris Thile (SOLD OUT!)Saturday April 5, 2008
Punch Brothers brought a classy form of bluegrass to Gild Hall, with a 4 movement "string quintet" that challenged and amazed the fans in the crowd. Pictures are here.
Susan McKeown
Monday March 17, 2008
A great St. Patty's Day treat, Irish songs, with a modern rock twist, and even a Beatles cover. Joe's gorgeous photos highlight George's fine lighting, here.
Dengue Fever (with Cordero)
Sunday March 2, 2008
An amazing amalgum of surf guitar, Ethiopian jazz, and Cambodian pop that filled the hall thanks in part to XPN sponsorship, WVUD support, and a great Terry Gross interview. Mexican rock by Cordero also thrilled the crowd. Dengue pix here, Cordero here. (Philly Inqu review here, Ron's review of their album here)
Bethany and Rufus
Saturday February 16, 2008
Bethany Yarrow (vocals and bass) and Rufus Cappadocia treated us to an evening of jazzy re-interpreted folk songs and amazing cello and Viola da Gamba solos. Pictures are here.
Buckwheat Zydeco (Sold Out!)
Friday February 1, 2008
The great Buck showed us he is still a young man, rocking the house for over 2 straight hours. Everyone stood from the moment the music started, and the dancing was non-stop. Kids joined the band onstage for bead throwing and singing.
Animus
Saturday January 12, 2008
This band from Philly brought a world of music and dance to Gild Hall, fascinating dance, brilliant virtuosity. Photos are available here.
Old Springs Pike (Sold Out!)
Saturday December 22 2007
Local band makes good! Now selling out shows all over New York City, Old Springs Pike made a triumphant return to Delaware in their first appearance in Arden. The band showed us the vigor and creativity of youth and revealed an already impressive catalog of original songs.
Morgan State University Choir
Friday November 30, 2007
Morgan State brought a widely varied program to Gild Hall: Gershwin, Wagner, Beethoven, Spirituals, and Gospel style Holiday tunes. The closing sprituals were amazing! Photos
Tinariwen (at The Grand)
Sunday November 18, 2007
A happy and grooving crowd witnessed Mali desert music with its unique rhythms, moved to the growling guitar sounds of this fine band. The dancer of the group reminded many of a certain "King of Arden."
Darbari Ensemble
Saturday November 10, 2007
A gorgeous combination of melodic Indian instruments coupled with Tabla was brought to Gild Hall by Ramesh Misra (Sarangi), Steve Gorn (Flute), Samir Chatterjee (Tabla), Allyn Miner (Sitar) in this event co-sponsored by Sangeet Society. Photos here
Grey Eye Glances
Saturday October 27, 2007
Local favorites and major label stars of the 90s, Grey Eye Glances filled the hall with diehard fans who thrilled to a warm and exciting evening of pop and progressive rock. Pictures here.
Angel Band
Saturday October 20, 2007
Angel Band provided a rousing series of roots music renditions. With a new CD in the can and expected in Feb 2008, the band treated Arden to a bunch of new songs. Joe del Tufo's pictures are here.
Oliver Mtukudzi and Black Spirits (at The Grand)
Sunday October 7, 2007
In the second of our World Music shows at The Grand, Arden as co-sponsor brought in "The Lion of Zimbabwe" for an exciting dance filled evening in downtown Wilmington. Ron Ozer's pictures are here.
The Roches (Sold Out!)
Saturday September 15, 2007
The Roches brought a great selection of old favorites and new songs from their album Moonswept. Lucy Roches opened this sold out show. Pictures are available online.
Matt Casarino and Brian Turner
Saturday, August 11, 2007
4th Annual Arden Summer Music Festival
Saturday, July 7, 2007
A gorgeous summer day filled the Grove with Revelers who enjoyed 5 bands in an all day music fest. The Tall Pines won fans with a fine set of southern rock. Joseph Tayoun brought middle eastern rhythms and belly dancing to our stage. Last Train Home featured their new album, featuring consummate country songwriting by Eric Brace. Mikey Jr was back, blowing a mean blues harp, and bringing the crowd to its feet. The Greencards were a wonderful cool breeze filled with instrumental raveups and beautiful singing from their latest album Viridian. Pictures of the fest by Joe del Tufo are online.
Sonny Landreth
Friday, June 1, 2007
Angelique Kidjo (Arden co-sponsored show at The Grand)
Sunday, May 20, 2007
Duncan Sheik
Saturday, May 12, 2007
Duncan appeared with Holly Brook who opened the show and then joined him with a string quartet and Doug Yowell on drums for a survey of Duncan's career in pop music, including a suite of songs from his now Tony winning (8 awards!) Broadway musical, Spring Awakening (featuring Tony winner and Delaware native John Gallagher Jr.). Joe del Tufo's pictures can be seen here.
Alejandro Escovedo Acoustic Trio
Saturday, April 14, 2007
Alejandro
was joined by Susan Voelz (violin), David Pulkingham (guitar) in an
outstanding concert. The highlight of the show featured Alejandro
and his trio stepping out into the barn and playing 3 songs without
amplification at different locations in the hall. The audience
response coupled with the raw and beautiful sound produced an
emotionally overwhelming moment. Pictures of the show by Joe del
Tufo can be found here. More pictures by Jeffrey Rubin are here. Pictures of the opening act Kalai King by Joe are here.
Holmes Brothers
Saturday, March 10, 2007
The spine-tingling harmonies, boundless energy and telepathic
musicianship of The Holmes Brothers (bassist/vocalist Sherman Holmes,
guitarist/pianist/ vocalist Wendell Holmes, drummer/vocalist Popsy
Dixon) mix Saturday night's roadhouse rock with the gospel fervor and
harmonies of a Sunday church service. Click here to see Joe del Tufo's March 2007 Holmes Brothers shots.
California Guitar Trio
Sunday, February 25, 2007
Astonishing energy and solid musicianship from Bert Lams (Belgium), Hideyo Moriya (Japan), and Paul Richards (Utah). Click here to see Joe del Tufo's California Guitar Trio pictures.
Ollabelle
Saturday, February 10, 2007
"A collection of songs of hard times, loss, compassion and hope" is how Fiona McBain describes Riverside Battle Songs, Ollabelle's second album and Verve Forecast debut. Click here to see Joe del Tufo's photos.
Larry Coryell, Victor Bailey and Lenny White Trio
Saturday, January 27, 2007
Larry Coryell, the legend of jazz fusion, performed with his all-star
bandmates: Victor Bailey, bassist of Weather Report and Steps Ahead,
and Lenny White, drummer from the classic Bitches Brew and Chick Corea's Return to Forever.
Tony Trishka's Double Banjo Bluegrass Spectacular
Saturday, January 13, 2007
To coincide with the release of his double-banjo album on Rounder Records, Tony Trischka will be touring this coming winter with a phenomenal acoustic band. Tony Trischka has been recording and touring for the last 35 years. Click here to see Ron Ozer's Tony Trischka photos.
PREVIOUS CONCERTS IN 2006:
Lura
Wednesday, December 6, 2006
Cape Verde Afropop, Afro-Latin rhythms and glorious vocals. Click here to see a one minute video from the Lura show at Globalfest in NYC in January, 2006.
Rory Block
Friday, November 17, 2006
Four-time W.C. Handy Award winner Rory Block is widely regarded as the
top female interpreter and authority on country blues. Visit her website.
Anupama Bhagwat, Virtuosos Sitar
Saturday, November 4, 2006
Anupama Bhagwat is a refreshingly versatile sitarist of the current generation. This concert was co-sponsored by the Sangeet Indian Music Society.
Rudie Crew, with One-Armed Bandits
Saturday, October 28, 2006
The Rudie Crew are a group of charismatic world-class musicians from
New York, blending together all styles of rhythm-heavy music including
Jamaican Ska, Rocksteady, Dancehall, and 70's Reggae.
Richard Julian with Sarah Borges and the Broken Singles
Saturday, September 23, 2006
Ardentown's own Richard Julian brought his 'Slow New York' tour to the
Arden Gild Hall. Visit Richard Julian's website at www.richardjulian.com.
Arden Music Fest
Saturday, July 15, 2006
A rainy one-day music fest featuring Gary Cogdell and the Complainers;
Distorted Penguins;
Catherine Russell;
Sarah Borges and the Broken Singles; and
Daby Toure'
Richard Thompson
Friday, June 2, 2006
RT's first visit to DE was here in Arden! To hear a great Fresh Air radio show featuring Richard Thompson, go to www.npr.org.
Also, visit Richard Thompson's
website. On that site are photos by Padraic Buckmaster.
Asiko Afrobeat Band
Saturday, May 13, 2006
MA fine Afrobeat band to shimmy to all night long. Visit
their website.
Soul Legend Bettye LaVette
Saturday, April 22, 2006
Bettye LaVette is possessed of an incredibly expressive voice that one moment
exudes a formidable level of strength and intensity and the next appears
vulnerable, reflective, and reeking of heartbreak. While she has never reached
the pop top 40, she is as eloquent as any soul singer alive. " Click
here to visit her website.
Allant Consortium Musica
Saturday, April 1, 2006
Music for Wind Ensemble and Fools
Matthew Shipp
Saturday, March 25, 2006
The City of Wilmington honored Shipp at this concert,
with the Hon. Mayor James Baker declaring "Matthew Shipp Day" in
recognition of his achievements. Visit Matthew's website at www.matthewshipp.com.
Click
here to see photos by Danny Schweers.
The Greencards
Saturday, March 4,
2006
The Greencards' high-energy acoustic music was raised in Australia
and London, then nurtured in Austin and Nashville. Visit their www.thegreencards.com website
for details. No Depression magazine has a
great article on the Greencards.
Distorted Penguins
Saturday, January 14,
2006
A regular band in Philly at the Trocadero,
this five-piece
band has an aggressive horn section. “Bam!
They be in my face!” Visit their website
at www.distortedpenguins.com.
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