Author: mattlang

Thanks for visiting. We’ve got some catching up to do for sure. February was so busy I never made it here to update any info. FYI, the calendar is always up to date and it’s the first place to check if you want to come out and hear some music I’m involved in. I welcome any inquiries…use the form on the site under the contact me link up above (gotta fend off the spam idiots)…I’ll get back to you promptly.

This weekend the Explorer’s Club is making a rare Portmouth appearance at the West End Studio Theater. This is a perfect setting for creative music…not too big, not too small, comfortable seating, no obstructed views and great acoustics. Here’s a link to more info: West End Theater Jazz Weekend

Don’t miss Eric Hofbauer’s CNM Pro tour on saturday at the WEST! The first set will feature the guitar duo of Eric Hofbauer and Garrison Fewell and the second set will feature Eric’s “Infrared Band“. Should be an incredible night.

Friday, March 13th at Blue in Portland, ME. Titus Abbott presents the music of Curtis Clark with Myself, Mark Tipton on trumpet, Gary Gemitti on drums and Jim Lyden on bass. This is a great opportunity to hear Curtis’ music presented with a full group and with him at the keyboards.

I’m ready for a new year. This one is toasted for sure! Bring on the new year, get rid of the dweeb and let’s get to work on rebuilding AMERICA!!! Thanks to all for supporting live music and all creative endeavors in ’08.
January is looking a little quiet on the giggage but here are a couple to check out.
Friday, January 2nd – Jan Van Voorst Quartet and the Dogfish Grill, Portland. I know I had this on the calendar in december but this time for sure! Jan’s got the inimitable Curtis Clark on keys and Fitz Jenkins on bass. Should be a great night.
Monday, January 12th – David Tonkin Quartet at the Barley House, Concord. I missed this gig the past couple of months and, believe me, I’ve heard about it! I won’t miss this one! Join us if you can!
Sunday, January 25th – FTET at the Barley Pub, Dover, NH. Mike Effenberger’s FTET with Chris Klaxton on trumpet and Jim Rudolph on drums. Hopefully we’ll have Jef Charkand along on bass, but we’ll see. Jef’s a new daddy so he might not make the trip. Always a great band and the Barley Pub is practically this band’s living room. You should join us!