Live Performances

Winter Performing Arts Series 2010-2011

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	Sam Lardner & Barcelona as part of the multidisciplinary project Water Friday, October 29, 6:30pm NexStage Theatre, Ketchum $20 / $30 nonmembers Sam Lardner’s music represents everything a cross-cultural artistic experience should be: people from different traditions meeting in a place where everyone shines brighter. A long-time resident of Spain, Lardner has performed with his flamenco fusion band throughout Europe and the United States, where he is a regular at folk and world music festivals. Joining him on this tour are Spanish Top-40 artist Pedro Hermosilla, Spanish keyboard and synthesizer virtuoso Marcel Botella and American world music artist Annie Wenz. Lardner’s latest trips to the United States have included headline performances at the famous Kerrville Folk Festival in Texas as well as International Spotlight Artist performances at the Falcon Ridge Folk Festival in upstate New York. Residency: In conjunction with the multidisciplinary project Water, Sam Lardner will bring his Oceans are Talking project into our local schools. Oceans are Talking is a musical call to action to get kids excited about saving our seas. It’s a way to teach kids ages 5–13 and their families about the most critical issues facing the world’s oceans. It’s all happening thanks to The Ocean Foundation in Washington, D.C., which will send a CD to every school child who will see the performance. Lardner will visit three local schools while here. Hear Sam Lardner
	Crystal Monee Hall Friday, November 19, 6:30pm Sun Valley Opera House, Sun Valley $20 / $30 nonmembers Born and raised in Richmond, Virginia, Crystal Monee Hall grew up singing in the church choir and watching her mother sing on Sundays. This influenced her to become involved in music, and her starring roles in musical theater in high school led to directing her college’s gospel choir, where she began playing piano and writing music. From there she went on to perform with Disney Entertainment and with the Tony Award winning musical Rent as the soloist on the song “Seasons of Love.” Don’t miss this new and unique talent. "What can I say about Crystal Monee Hall? She smoothly combines the sounds of folk, gospel, jazz and blues. When I first heard [her song] “Stay,” I was moved beyond words. I could feel her every desire. Crystal is a singer/songwriter to watch out for. Truly gifted and inspiring." —Michael McElroy, Grammy Nominated Musician Hear Crystal Monee Hall
	Raul Midón Friday, December 3, 6:30pm Sun Valley Opera House, Sun Valley $20 / $30 nonmembers New York-based vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter Raul Midón has always experienced the world differently than most. Born prematurely in a rural hospital in New Mexico, he and his twin brother, Marco, were accidentally blinded as infants after spending time in an incubator without eye protection. Midón followed a musical path inspired by his father, a professional Argentine folkloric dancer. Midón studied jazz at the University of Miami and after graduating became a backup singer, working primarily in the Latin-pop world for such artists as Julio and Enrique Iglesias, Shakira, Ricky Martin and Alejandro Sanz. In 2002, Midón walked away from his lucrative work as a back-up singer to pursue a career as a solo artist. Since striking out on his own Midón has produced three solo albums and received accolades for his music’s heady fusion of old-school soul, Latin, jazz and timeless singer/songwriter folk-pop. Hear Raul Midón
	On Ensemble Friday, January 21, 6:30pm Church of the Big Wood, Ketchum $20 / $30 nonmembers On Ensemble (pronounced “Ohn”) takes the ancient instruments of taiko into new realms. Infusing the powerful rhythms of ensemble Japanese drumming with elements of hip-hop, rock and electronica, On Ensemble’s unique sound has been praised as “completely original and brilliantly conceived.” On Ensemble’s four members—Masato Baba, Kristofer Bergstrom, Shoji Kameda and Kelvin Underwood—are individually recognized as leading artists in their field and sought after as teachers, workshop leaders, composers and performers. As On Ensemble they combine their study and deep appreciation of tradition with equally formative experiences as DJs, electronic music producers, jazz drummers and rock bassists to create a repertoire of groundbreaking music. See On Ensemble RESIDENCY While in the Wood River Valley, On Ensemble will present three interactive demonstrations that lead students through the history of Japanese drums, from the instruments’ ancient origins to modern musical uses. Each presentation explores percussion, Japanese culture and musical concepts, and culminates in students joining the artists to try the large drums. A fourth presentation will be to the entire Wood River High School in conjunction with Footlight Dance, whose director, Hilarie Neely, has choreographed a piece to perform with On Ensemble. The live performance/collaboration between the dancers and musicians will be an incredible experience. This progam is made possible with support from the Western States Arts Federation and the National Endowment for the Arts.
	Sweet Plantain Friday, March 4, 6:30pm Sun Valley Opera House, Sun Valley $20 / $30 nonmembers Back for an encore performance in the Wood River Valley, last season’s audience favorite, Sweet Plantain, is a string quartet that specializes in genre-blurring, original compositions and arrangements as well as contemporary works by Latin American composers. Its unique style fuses Latin, classical, jazz and improvisational forms.  The group’s mission is to give voice to a contemporary, urban, Latino sound, and much of the group’s repertoire is rooted in improvisation. The art of improvisation, once an integral part of western classical music, has all but been abandoned in the training of classical artists, although it occupies an important role in nearly every other musical genre. Sweet Plantain works to weave the possibilities of improvisation into classical music by arranging existing pieces and writing original compositions that contain improvised sections. The group also makes use of extended percussive techniques; some of them original creations, to best achieve and showcase the rhythmic vitality characteristic of Latin music. Hear Sweet Plantain Residency Sweet Plantain was not just a hit last year in concert—the group made a profound impact on local students. We’ve never seen so many kids so fired up to discuss music with our visiting performers. This year, Sweet Plantain is sending music to the schools for students to practice before the band members come to work in the classroom. That will be a part of the evening’s live performance, giving our local students the very rare opportunity to perform with professional musicians in a concert setting .
	De Temps Antan Sunday, Mar 13, 6:30pm Sun Valley Opera House, Sun Valley $20 / $30 nonmembers Since 2003, Éric Beaudry, André Brunet and Pierre-Luc Dupuis have been exploring and performing time-honored melodies from the stomping grounds of Quebec’s musical past. Using fiddle, accordion, harmonica, guitar, bouzouki and a number of other instruments, our three virtuosos blend boundless energy with the unmistakable joie de vivre found only in traditional Quebec music. In fact, the only thing missing from this magnificent musical blend is you! So brush up on your French and prepare for an evening fantastique! Hear De Temps Antan

Concert FAQs

SUMMER CONCERTS:
General guidelines: picnics and low-backed chairs are welcome at The Center's summer concerts! We will have food and drink vendors at each show if you'd prefer to pack light. Please don't bring pets, cameras or recording devices. Tickets are non-refundable and will go on rain or shine. See you on the lawns!

What about the weather?
The weather in and around the Wood River Valley is beautiful during the summer. Be prepared with sunscreen, jacket, and long pants for the cool evenings. All shows will be RAIN OR SHINE. Tickets are non-refundable.

Can I bring in food and beverages?
Yes. The Center allows coolers, beverages, and food to all of our shows. We do not check coolers.

What if I don't want to hassle with a cooler?
Vendors will also be on site to provide beer, wine, soft drinks and food as well.

What are these venues like?
All of our summer venues are lawns. There are no bleachers or seats. You can sit right on the grass, of course, or bring a tarp, blanket or chairs.

Can I set up early? What kind of chair may I bring?
Once the gates are open, patrons are free to set up. We cannot allow early access to anyone. Low backed chairs and blankets are welcome. Please be sensitive to those around you, if your chair is too high, please move to the edge of the seating area.

What about transportation and parking?
All of The Center’s summer concerts are within the city limits of Hailey and Ketchum. Please walk or ride to these events if you can. If you decide to drive, please be sensitive to our local neighbors who live nearby. Do not park in driveways, lawns, or directly in front of houses in residential neighborhoods.
Public Parking for the Ketchum Atkinson Park concert will be provided at the Simplot Lot (across from the Post Office), the YMCA lots, and the Hemingway Elementary main lot.

Can I bring my dog?
Sorry, as much as we love them – please leave them at home. Please do not leave any pet inside your car for any length of time.

Can I smoke at the concerts?
Nope, all of the summer shows are non-smoking.

Keep in mind ... we book acts that play upbeat music and people here love to dance! If you want to avoid having people dancing around where you're set up ... please set up your picnic well back from the stage.

Can I get a refund or exchange for my tickets?
No – all ticket sales are non-refundable.

WINTER CONCERTS:
General Info:
For our winter concerts, seating is reserved for those purchasers of our Critic's Circle Series tickets and for our donors at the $2500 level and above. These seats will be opened up 5 minutes before curtain.

What time should I arrive?
We respectfully request that you arrive 5-10 minutes before curtain time. In some of our venues, parking is a short walk from the venue. Please plan accordingly!

May I take pictures, video or record sound?
No video, photography or recording is allowed at The Center's concerts.

Where is the venue?
Please be sure to check the concert location before heading out! We do not have our own performing arts hall (yet!), so our shows are at a variety of locations around the valley. This winter we're honored to have access to the Church of the Bigwood in Ketchum, NexStage Theatre in Ketchum, the Opera House in Sun Valley and the Community Campus Auditorium in HAILEY ... note that this is NOT the Community School.

Past performances

2010

	Ragamala Dance * part of multidisciplinary project Outside In: Indian Art Abroad Fri, Jan 15, 2010 • Community Campus, Hailey • See video • more video Rooted in Bharatanatyam, a classical dance form from southern India, Ragamala blends dance, music and poetry. Old forms are used in new ways to retain the past, enhance the present and inspire the future. Striving to push Bharatanatyam beyond the boundaries of cultural specificity while maintaining its authenticity, Ragamala has crafted a new intercultural dance framework that is uniquely contemporary. Ragamala will also be doing a school residency and master classes in the Wood River Valley. * A part of the 2009/2010 Winter Performance Series, sponsored by Gail and Jack Thornton.
	Hot Club of San Francisco * Sat, Jan 23, 2009 • See video An all-acoustic string ensemble of violin, bass and guitars, the Hot Club of San Francisco performs traditional jazz, swing, bebop, blues, Cajun, bossa nova, gypsy and original compositions spanning many decades. Concert sponsors: Sara and Scott Nelson * A part of the 2009/2010 Winter Performance Series, sponsored by Gail and Jack Thornton.
	Sol’Jibe in Concert - as part of the Sun Valley Nordic Festival Thu, Feb 4, 5:30pm • Free, outdoors across from the Ketchum PO Gather with your family and friends and enjoy a great winter celebration of music, skiing and warm treats. Sol Jibe's inspired sound has been dubbed “World Pop” and draws from extensive travels to Spain, Cuba and Central America, where they studied folkloric rhythms and culture. In addition to great music, the evening will include friendly Nordic races, a bonfire and warm refreshments for the whole family. The evening is part of an annual week long celebration of Nordic skiing and is presented by Sun Valley Center for the Arts, Sun Valley Ski Education Foundation, The Elephant’s Perch and Blaine County Recreation District.
	A Mid-winter jazz night with Catherine Russell Sat, Feb 20, 2010 • See video • more video Catherine Russell is that rarest of entities, a genuine jazz and blues singer who can sing virtually anything. Get a table and a bottle of bubbly and join us for a New York night. This concert is not included in the series ticket. Tables are sold separately.
	Sweet Plantain * Fri, March 26, 2010 • See video Sweet Plantain is a string quartet that specializes in genre-blurring, original compositions and arrangements as well as contemporary works by Latin American composers, with an emphasis on improvisation. Sweet Plantain will also be doing a school residency in the Wood River Valley. Performance Sponsors: Barbara and Tod Hamachek, US Bank Private Client Group * A part of the 2009/2010 Winter Performance Series, sponsored by Gail and Jack Thornton.
photo: Todd Stewart	¡Fandango! concert with Jose Conde & Nu Latin Groove in association with CSI's Summer Spanish Institute Friday, June 18, 2010 at The Center, Hailey With subtle rhythmic intensity in voice and song, Jose Conde takes his Cuban roots and grafts them onto a dizzying range of Afro-Latin styles, from Puerto Rican bomba to Haitian compas to New Orleans swamp-funk, for a nonstop blend of party-stoking grooves. Conde and his New York–based Nu Latin Groove band funkify Afro-Cuban music with global perspective and groove. Born in Chicago and raised in Miami by parents who fled Cuba in the ’60s, Conde likes to tell people, “I feel en Cubano and I think en Americano. That's the core.” See Jose Conde's website
photo: Jurgen Rogiers	ZAP MAMA Friday, June 25, 7pm at Hop Porter Park, Hailey The group Zap Mama defies easy categorization. A blend of world music, fusion, African, a capella, soul, hip-hop and dance music, Zap Mama draws you in and gets you on your feet. Marie Daulne, the founder and lead singer of Zap Mama, has lived a life that rivals Homer’s in the Odyssey. Born in the Congo but raised in Belgium, Marie stands with one foot firmly planted in tradition and the other in the progressive sounds and sensibilities of a new century, and she consistently merges the two with an effortless grace that never fails to mesmerize. Over the years, Zap Mama has morphed from an a cappella quintet into the creative vision of one woman surrounded by talent from nearly every corner of the musical landscape. In the process, Marie Daulne has toured the globe in support of her music, with legendary performances at the Montreux and New Orleans jazz festivals, the UK’s Glastonbury Festival, the WOMAD festivals in Adelaide and Singapore, Coachella Festival, Austin C ity Limits, Roskilde, and the Blue Note Festival in Tokyo. Sponsored by Atkinsons’ Market, Boise State Public Radio
photo: James O'Mara	CAROLE KING JAMES TAYLOR TROUBADOUR REUNION TOUR Special Date Added in Sun Valley, Idaho - SOLD OUT Performance to Benefit Sun Valley Center and Alliance for the Wild Rockies Monday, July 12, 7:30pm River Run Lodge, Ketchum A special performance has been added to the Carole King and James Taylor Troubadour Reunion tour at 7:30 pm on July 12, 2010 at River Run in Sun Valley, benefitting The Sun Valley Center for the Arts and the Alliance for the Wild Rockies. The genesis of this once-in-a-lifetime reunion tour were 6 performances by King and Taylor in 2007 celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Los Angeles’ famed Troubadour nightclub. At that club some 40 years ago, Taylor urged King to emerge as an artist from behind her piano, a seminal moment in the history of these Pop Singer-Songwriter icons. An ardent advocate for educational and environmental issues, King, a long-time resident of Idaho’s Sawtooth Valley, selected The Sun Valley Center for the Arts, a non-profit educational arts organization whose mission is to stimulate and provoke the imagination through excellence in diverse arts programs; and the Alliance for the Wild Rockies, a volunteer organization meeting the challenge of saving the Northern Rockies Bioregion from habitat destruction, and the driving force behind NREPA (the Northern Rockies Ecosystem Protection Act). “We are thrilled to be a stop on Carole King and James Taylor’s Troubadour Reunion tour. To be selected as both a presenter and beneficiary of this concert is a great honor,” said Bill Ryberg, Executive Director of the Sun Valley Center for the Arts. Sponsored by: Sun Valley Resort
photo: Sandee O	Steve Martin • SOLD OUT performing with the Steep Canyon Rangers An evening of bluegrass and banjo Opening Act: Punch Brothers featuring Chris Thile Tuesday, August 3, 7pm River Run, Ketchum Steve Martin, the multitalented Grammy and Emmy award-winning actor/comedian/musician and bestselling author, has proven to be one of the most diversified performers in the entertainment industry today. Recently Martin experienced a successful foray into the music world with the release of his first bluegrass album, The Crow: New Songs for the Five-String Banjo, which was released by Rounder Records in May 2009 and reached #1 on the Billboard Bluegrass Album chart where it stayed for 12 weeks. Taking the stage with Steve Martin are the Steep Canyon Rangers, an engaging Asheville, N.C., acoustic bluegrass quintet. Before being nominated for two International Bluegrass Music Association awards in 2008, the Rangers were named “Emerging Artist of the Year” in 2006 at the IBMA awards ceremony in Nashville. The group has been regularly featured at the Grand Ole Opry, as well as at major U.S. festivals such as MerleFest, Telluride Bluegrass and RockyGrass. Sponsored by Bank of America US Trust Boise State Public Radio See Steve Martin's website See Steep Canyon Rangers' website

2009

	Brubeck Brothers Quartet Fri, Jan 9, 2009 • Sun Valley Opera House • Watch video If there's such a thing as "born musicians," then the accomplished sons of famed jazz pianist Dave Brubeck definitely qualify.
	Shanghai Quartet Sat, Feb 7, 2009 • Church of the Big Wood, Ketchum • Watch Video Formed in Shanghai, this versatile ensemble is known for its passionate musicality, virtuoso technique and multicultural innovation.
	Jake Shimabukuro April 3, 2009, Liberty Theatre, Hailey • SOLD OUT! Jake Shimabukuro's virtuosity defies label or category. Playing jazz, blues, funk, classical, bluegrass, folk, flamenco and rock, Jake's mission is to show everyone that the ukulele is capable of so much more than traditional Hawaiian music.
	Hot 8 Brass Band May 9, 2009, Sun Valley Opera House • Watch video • Audio Files for Hot 8 New Orleans' own Hot 8 Brass Band has epitomized New Orleans street music for over a decade. The band plays the traditional "second line" parades, hosted each Sunday afternoon by the social aid and pleasure clubs, infusing its performances with the funk and energy that make New Orleans music loved around the world.
	¡Fandango! Alex Cuba in concert in association with CSI's Summer Spanish Institute Fri, Jun 19, 2009 • On the lawn at The Center, Hailey • www.alexcuba.com • See Alex Cuba video Singer-songwriter Alex* Cuba hails from Artemisa, Cuba (60KM from Havana) and resides in Smithers, B.C. (14 hours north of Vancouver). His trademark sugarcane-sweet melodies, pop-soul hooks and rock chords subtly subvert commonly held notions of what Cuban music is. Alex is on the vanguard, crafting a cross-cultural sound that mirrors his geographical journey. Not tied to tradition, this Cuban-Canadian prefers his vintage Gibson over el sencerro (cowbell) anytime.
	Salsa Celtica Sat, Jul 18, 2009 • Hop Porter Park, Hailey • www.salsaceltica.com • See Salsa Celtica video Salsa Celtica is a unique Scottish group famed for championing - and more than likely inventing - a fusion of salsa music with traditional Scottish sounds played on an eclectic mis of instruments that includes brass, bagpipes, fiddles and congas. Sponsored by: Atkinsons Markets, Sun Valley Magazine
	Donavon Frankenreiter & Mishka Sat, Aug 15, 2009 • ATKINSON PARK, Ketchum • See Mishka video • See Donavon Frankenreiter video Mishka - who grew up on a boat in Bermuda - will perform a full set of his roots reggae music. His intoxicating sound led actor Matthew McConaughey to seek out Mishka after hearing the music from where he was staying. Mishka soon became the first artist signed to McConaughey’s label j.k. livin’ Records. www.mishka.com Donavon Frankenreiter's life is divided up into father, pro-surfer, and musician. He brings it all together with songs that are inspired by his love of all three. “I’ve always tried to incorporate the visions of the ocean, the tide, the surf in my music. But I never could, because it would be corny. It would be like I would be “in the waves,” he laughs. www.donavonf.com Sponsored by: Atkinsons Markets, Sun Valley Magazine
	Christylez Bacon* Sat, Nov 7, 2009, Sun Valley Opera House • See videos • More videos A native of Washington, DC, Christon “Christylez” Bacon is a testament to groundbreaking Hip-Hop, self-expression and pure artistry. Christylez moves between various instruments including the West African djembe drum, acoustic guitar and the syncopated oral percussions of the human beatbox. *A part of the 2009/2010 Winter Performance Series, sponsored by Gail and Jack Thornton.
	The Campbell Brothers* Sat, Dec 12, 2009 • See video The Campbell Brothers present “sacred steel”: African American gospel music with electric steel guitar accompanying the vocals. This tradition is just now emerging from the House of God Keith Dominion Church, where for sixty years it has been an integral part of worship. *A part of the 2009/2010 Winter Performance Series, sponsored by Gail and Jack Thornton.

2008

	Perla Batalla Fri, Dec 5, 2008 • Church of the Big Wood, Ketchum • Watch Video Don't miss this encore performance by Perla after her stunning debut last year in the Wood River Valley!
	African Children's Choir Sun, Nov 2, 2008 • Church of the Big Wood, Ketchum What do Queen Elizabeth and Nelson Mandela have in common? Both have enjoyed performances by the African Children's Choir.

	John Jorgenson Quintet special featured musician at the 40th Sun Valley Center Arts & Crafts Festival Fri, Aug 8, 2008 at Atkinson Park, Ketchum
	The Wine Auction Picnic featuring The Tommy Castro Band Sat, Jul 26, 2008 at Bigwood at Thunder Spring Golf Course
	Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeschi Soul Stew Revival Opening Act - Scrapomatic Thu, Jul 17, 2008 at River Run Lodge, Ketchum Hear Derek & Susan on YouTube » Powerhouse musicians (and husband and wife) Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeschi have combined forces for a summer outing, touring together as one musical group. The guitar-slinging couple have recorded on each other's albums and toured together with their respective bands on occasion, but this new musical adventure reveals the two side-by-side leading one amazing ensemble. Expect a mixture of material from both artists' repertoires along with a batch of songs worked up especially for this tour, steeped in blues, roadhouse rock and American roots.
	Punch Brothers featuring Chris Thile Fri, Jun 27, 2008 at Hop Porter Park, Hailey Within a year of its formation, Punch Brothers featuring Chris Thile is already playing to sold-out crowds across the United States and embarking on its second recording project. For more than 15 years, Chris Thile (mandolin and vocals) was a member of the wildly popular, Grammy Award-winning Nickel Creek. His new band is made up of young and blazingly talented musicians on fiddle, guitar, banjo and bass, and they've captured the attention of music lovers of all kinds, from bluegrass to classical, veteran to novice. Concert Sponsor:
	Los Pinguos Fandango in association with CSI's Sun Valley Summer Spanish Institute Fri, Jun 20, 2008 at The Center, Hailey sponsored by Mountain West Bank The vivacious and infectious sound of Argentina's Los Pinguos has claimed fans worldwide. Most recently, their song "Tierra Santa" appeared in the Putumayo World Music compilation "BAILA!" Los Pinguos is a thrilling, can't-stop-your-feet-from-dancing group that is making its first Wood River Valley appearance.
	Leland Faulkner - Storytelling, Magic and Shadow Puppets Sat, May 3, 2008 • Liberty Theatre, Hailey Leland Faulkner's World of Wonder is a dream in action. Classic conjuring, fantastic tales, light hearted humor, pantomime, and stunning shadow play are all part of the magical mix. Bring your family for groundbreaking visual theater.
	Capitol Steps Sunday, January 27, 2008 Community Campus Auditorium, Hailey Irreverent, bipartisan and side-splittingly funny, the Capitol Steps have been poking fun of politics for some twenty-five years now. The latest incarnation of the Washington-based comedy group will bring its satirical songs and skits to the Wood River Valley in the middle of presidential primary season.
	Cheech Marin Tuesday, January 29, 2008 • NexStage Theatre , Ketchum While he is best known as one half of the hilarious duo Cheech and Chong, Marin has now gained recognition as the owner of one of the world's largest collections of Chicano art. He will discuss the unique contribution Chicano artists have made to American culture and fine art in his lecture and slide presentation.
	A Family Concert with José-Luis Orozco Fri, Feb 1, 2008 Liberty Theatre, Hailey Join us as José-Luis Orozco, children's author, songwriter, performer, and recording artist takes us on a fun musical journey through Latin American history, language and culture. He sings traditional Latin American songs as well as original compositions in English and Spanish. The whole family is invited to join him in singing, dancing and acting out songs on stage. Mr. Orozco's appearance in Hailey is a unique opportunity to see an icon of family entertainment in an intimate setting. Check out the slideshow!
photo: Merri Cyr	Imani Winds Quintet Sun, Feb 24, 2008 • Presbyterian Church of the Big Wood, Ketchum Since its inception in 1997, the Grammy nominated group of five unabashedly adventurous musicians have been enriching the traditional wind quintet repertoire with European, African, Latin American and American music traditions.
photo: Lois Greenfield	BodyVox Dance Sat, Mar 8, 2008 • Community Campus Auditorium, Hailey Characterized by athleticism and inherent theatricality and known for its wit, high flying dance and use of mixed media, BodyVox creates theater experiences that are uplifting and often uproarious.
photo: Ernest Collins	Lura in concert Thu, Apr 10, 2008 • Liberty Theatre, Hailey • hear this incredible performer! Originally born in Portugal to parents from the Cape Verde Islands off the coast of West Africa, Lura draws on the islands' pungent blend of trade route cultures. Her music embraces French Afro-pop, Brazilian rhythms and earthy, traditional African music.

2007

Winter Season 2006-2007
Martin Hayes and Dennis Cahill • Fri, Dec 1, 2006
Cantus • Fri, Feb 23, 2007, 7:30pm at the Presbyterian Church of the Big Wood, Ketchum
Turtle Island String Quartet • Sat, Mar 3, 2007
Daithi Sproule and Randal Bays • Sat, March 24, 2007 at the Liberty Theatre


Summer Season 2007 • Summer concert sponsors: Bank of America, Sun Valley Magazine

	Sierra Leone's Refugee All Stars Friday, June 29, 2007 at Hop Porter Park Concert sponsor: Atkinsons' Markets • Check out a slideshow from the concert at Hop Porter Park in Hailey!
	Wine Auction Picnic and Concert with Mumbo Gumbo July 21, 2007 • Check out a video of Mumbo Gumbo on PlumTV in Ketchum!
	Jonny Lang Tuesday, July 31, 2007 at River Run Lodge, Ketchum • See an interview and highlights from Jonny Lang's performance in Sun Valley from PlumTV Concert sponsor: Cox Communications
	Frank Vignola's Gypsy Grass Saturday, August 11, 2007 at Atkinsons Park, Ketchum • Listen to Frank Vignola!
	Keys of New Orleans with Dr. John and Allen Toussaint Thursday, August 16, 2007 • at River Run Lodge, Ketchum See an interview and highlights from Dr. John's performance in Sun Valley from PlumTV

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2006

	Ethos Percussion Group and the Masters of Indian Music Saturday, March 4, 2006, 7:30pm • NexStage Theatre, Ketchum
	Vienna Choir Boys March 11, 2006 • Church of the Big Wood, Ketchum
	DREPUNG LOSELING MONKS' RESIDENCY Sacred Music Sacred Dance performance Thu, May 25, 2006 • Limelight Room, Sun Valley
	Blue Highway Saturday, June 24, 2006 Hop Porter Park, Hailey Concert sponsor: Atkinsons' Markets
	BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet Thursday, July 27, 2006 River Run, Ketchum
	Chip Taylor & Carrie Rodriguez Friday, August 11, 2006 • At The Sun Valley Center Arts & Crafts Festival • FREE
	Rosanne Cash with special guest Jerry Douglas Thursday, August 24, 2006 • River Run, Ketchum
	Bonnie Raitt with special guest Keb' Mo' Thursday, August 31, 2006 • River Run, Ketchum • SOLD OUT The Sun Valley Center for the Arts is grateful to our 2006 summer concert sponsors: Bank of America Nationwide Mortgage Sun Valley Magazine UBS
	ZUM Sun, Oct 14, 2006, 7pm Presbyterian Church of the Big Wood, Ketchum
	First Person: Stories from the Edge of the World Ensemble Galilei and Neal Conan Fri, Nov 16, 2006, 7:30pm Church of the Big Wood, Ketchum
	Perla Batalla in concert Saturday, March 11, 2006, 7:30pm • Church of the Big Wood, Ketchum
	An evening with blues diva Pura Fe Sat, Sep 16, 2006 Liberty Theatre, Hailey
	Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company Performance & Residency Sat, Nov 11, 2006 Ririe-Woodbury Dance Company fuses the power of theater and dance with its vivid and demanding style performed by prodigiously talented dancers. Stunning technical skill and complex artistry are the hallmarks of this maverick dance company. This evening's program will include the world premiere of a multimedia environmental piece commissioned by the Sun Valley Center for the Arts specifically for Whose Nature? What's Nature? Local dancers will join company members for this very special occasion.

2005

	Planetary Percussion with Ethos Percussion Group Jan 26, 2005 • at The Center, Ketchum
	Ethos Percussion Group Concert Jan 29, 2005 • Church of the Big Wood, Ketchum Ethos Percussion Group was in residence in the Wood River Valley January 23 - 29 and April 17 - 23, 2005. This residency was sponsored in partnership with the Sun Valley Summer Symphony and was made possible in part through the support of Western States Arts Federation (WESTAF) and Atkinsons' Market. Ethos Percussion Group's performance was sponsored by: Atkinsons' Markets • Ann and Phil Puchner • Sun Valley Summer Symphony • WESTAF
	Maya Beiser - World to Come Feb 19, 2005 • Church of the Big Wood, Ketchum
	ETHEL STRING QUARTET Contemporary Classical Music 101 with Ethel • Thu, Mar 3, 2005 Concert • Fri, Mar 4, 2005 Ethel's performance is supported by UBS
	St. Lawrence String Quartet • Sat, Mar 12, 2005 This concert is made possible through the support of: Lynn and Frank Whittelsey, Gayle and Fred Bieker
	Trio Medieval • Sun, Apr 17, 2005
	Winter Concert Series 2005 Series Sponsors: The Katherine A. Abelson Fund of the Lester S. Abelson Foundation Ireene S. Barnett Foundation Marybeth Flower and Joe Bauwens Boise State Radio Tapestry Gallery & Wine Our thanks to these additional sponsors: Artist housing provided by ResortQuest Sun Valley Lobby flowers courtesy of Floral Designs by Kathy Water provided by Nationwide Mortgage
	Oliver Mtukudzi & Black Spirits Friday, June 24, 2005
	An Evening with Lyle Lovett & His Large Band Wednesday, July 6, 2005
	FREE concert at the Arts & Crafts Festival Ruthie Foster • Fri, Aug 12, 2005
	Arlo Guthrie's 40 Years of Alice's Restaurant Tour Tuesday, August 23, 2005 • River Run Lodge, Ketchum
	2005 Summer Concert Series Sun Valley Center Summer Concerts were generously sponsored by: Bank of America Private and Consumer Banks Nationwide Mortgage Premier Resorts ResortQuest Sun Valley Sun Valley Magazine
	A Concert with Holly Near and Ronnie Gilbert Saturday, November 5, 2005 Liberty Theatre, Hailey Join powerhouse singers Holly Near and Ronnie Gilbert (of The Weavers) as they take audiences on a compassionate, humorous, reflective musical journey that affects the soul as well as the mind. "Music of social and political commitment never dies, it simply moves in mysterious cycles of energy and acceptance. Gilbert and Near prove that music and politics can be successfully combined without either being subordinate to the other." The Washington Post
	"This Land is Your Land" A Lecture Across Time and Culture A Century of Music and Activism with Holly Near and Ronnie Gilbert Friday, November 4, 2005 • at The Center, Ketchum
	Ensemble Galilei with special guest Neal Conan of NPR's Talk of the Nation Saturday, December 10, 2005 - 7:30pm

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2004

Journey to Gold Mountain • H.T. Chen & Dancers • Saturday, October 23, 2004 • Community Campus Auditorium, Hailey
Sam Bush • Monday, September 6, 2004 • River Run Lodge, Ketchum
Pat Green in Concert • Thursday, July 29, 2004 (Opening act: Micky & the Motorcars) • River Run Lodge, Ketchum
Family Concert with Ladysmith Black Mambazo • Friday, June 11, 2004 • Hop Porter Park, Hailey
Multimedia Performance with Amy Clifford, Elissa Kline, and Robbie Wood • Friday, April 2, 2004
Mark O'Connor's Hot Swing Trio featuring Frank Vignola and Jon Burr • March 13, 2004 • Church of the Big Wood, Ketchum

Seattle Young Opera Residency and Performances - Residency, February 9-12, 2004
Seattle Young Opera held a weeklong residency at Hemingway Elementary School. The outcome of this residency wa a free performance of the “Magic Flute” adaptation with 4th Graders playing roles in the production. Along with the week residency and school performance, the Young Opera performed an aria night as a part of the “Champagne Taste, Beer Budget” series.

A Night of Song – Champagne Taste / Beer Budget
Wednesday, February 11, 2004

Public Performance of the Magic Flute
Thursday, February 12, 2004

Ethos Percussion Group
Champagne Taste / Beer Budget concert • Thursday, January 22, 2004
Public concert • January 24, 2004 • Presbyterian Church of the Bigwood, Ketchum

Films

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Past Films

	The Lover Will Take the Bride - Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge a part of the multidisciplinary project Outside In: Indian Art Abroad Thu, Jan 28, 2010 At The Liberty Theatre, Hailey $5 members, $8 non-members • Tickets will be available at the door. There will be food and drinks available for purchase. One of the biggest Bollywood hits of all time, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge is also the longest running film in the history of Indian cinema (over 700 weeks). It tells the story of a romance between Raj and Simran, both second generation Indians living in England, with deep Indian values. Simran's arranged marriage plans are put in turmoil when she falls in love with Raj on a trip to Europe with friends. The film's soundtrack is wildly popular, as are its scenes of lavish wedding preparations. Don't miss your chance to see a Bollywood film on the big screen, in the luxurious comfort of the Liberty Theatre!
	Red Gold a part of the multidisciplinary project Prospects Wed, Oct 21, 2009 At The Center, Ketchum • Free The Bristol Bay region of southwest Alaska is home to the Kvichak and Nushagak Rivers, the two most prolific sockeye salmon runs left in the world. It is also home to the second largest deposit of copper, gold and molybdenum ever discovered. Two mining companies have proposed an open-pit and underground mine at the headwaters of the two rivers. Red Gold, an award-winning documentary, introduces viewers to the region and gives those who live in and love the area the opportunity to tell the story of how this mine would affect their lives.
Ian Cheney (L) and Curt Ellis taste thir harvest in Greene, Iowa. Photo by Sam Cullman	King Corn March 26, 2009 Join producer and actor Curt Ellis to view and talk about his award winning documentary King Corn. King Corn is a documentary film about Ellis and his college buddy Ian Cheney who move to the heartland to better understand where the food they eat comes from. With help from farmers, genetically modified seeds and fertilizers, they grow a bumper crop. But following their harvest into the food system reveals troubling questions about how we farm and how we feed one another.
	Double Feature: Superman and Superman II Sat, Nov 8, 2008 Magic Lantern Theater, Ketchum $5 adults / $3 kids 12 and under (tickets at the door) See the original director's cut of the classic movies, starring Christopher Reeve, in one afternoon!
	African American Lives Documentary Films Tuesday, October 14, 2008 The Center, Ketchum Free of charge This groundbreaking PBS documentary series created by Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr., profiles some of the most accomplished African Americans of our time using genealogy and DNA to trace their roots down through American history and back to Africa. Through a combination of science and storytelling the quintessential questions of heritage and the importance of knowing our past are explored. (on October 16, Dr. Gates was here to lecture on his African American Lives documentaries. See lectures for details).
	FILM 1: OUTSOURCED With a pre-film reception with Executive Producer, David Skinner Thursday, September 4, 2008 at Friesen Gallery, Ketchum In support of the future home for the Sun Valley Center for the Arts, Friesen Gallery is hosting a Gala Reception and Screening of the award winning film, OUTSOURCED, with special guest, David Skinner (executive producer of Outsourced). Reception begins at 5:30, film will be screened at the Magic Lantern at 7pm.
	FILM 2: BORN INTO BROTHELS Screening followed by a talk with the film's Director & Producer Ross Kauffman Wed, September 10, 2008 At the Sun Valley Opera House Born into Brothels is a story about children living in the red light district of Calcutta where their mothers work as prostitutes. Photographer Zana Briski gives the children cameras and teaches them to look at the world with new eyes.
	Kandahar March 16, 2005 Directed by Mohsen Makhmalbaf, 2001 Filmed on the border of Iran and Afghanistan, Kandahar is a politically urgent story of a young female journalist named Nafas who must return to Taliban-ruled Afghanistan to rescue her sister. The sister, distraught over the ever-present persecution, has written to Nafas vowing that she will commit suicide by the next solar eclipse. This austere and fascinating movie includes a number of seemingly bizarre and random episodes which combine to paint a picture of the reality of life in this unreal world. Kandahar has won awards at a number of international film festivals including 2001 Cannes Film Festival, Fellini Unesco Award in 2001, and the 2001 Toronto International Film Festival.
	Hollywood Harems March 23, 2005 Directed by Tania Kamal-Eldin, 1999 A half-hour documentary that takes critical aim at Hollywood's abiding fascination with all things Eastern. Juxtaposing film clips from the 20s through the 60s, 70s, and 80s, Hollywood Harems explores the organization of gender, race and sexuality in Hollywood's portrayal of the exotic East and the indiscriminate fusion of things Arab, Persian, Chinese and Indian. We see how these Technicolor fantasies have worked to shape and reinforce derogative assumptions about peoples of the East. Afghanistan Unveiled March 23, 2005 by Brigitte Brault and Aina Women Filming Group, 2003 Filmed by the first-ever team of women journalists trained in Afghanistan, this rare and uncompromising film explores the effects of the Taliban's repressive rule and the recent U.S. military campaign. The filmmakers present Hazara women who have been left to live in caves to fend for themselves. They also find moving examples of hope and discovery. Women Who Make Movies says " Unveiled is a revelatory and profound reminder of the independent media's power to bear witness and reveal truth." The film was recently aired in November by PBS and has been screened at independent film festivals throughout the world.