2010 Entertainment Schedule

SATURDAY-October 2

7am             Aaron Howe, Trula Howe and Anne Kinney- National Anthem All three singers hail from Community of Joy Lutheran Church in Rio Rancho and are members of the music and Praise team where Anne also serves as the Worship Leader and Aaron as the Music Director.  Trula is a single mom with 3 daughters, has been singing since she was 3 years old and is an Office Manager with Custom Grading in Albuquerque. Aaron conducts and directs in Albuquerque and maintains a private studio for voice and piano students.   He also arranged the National Anthem for today’s performance.  Anne is also a single mom and native Minnesotan and has been back in New Mexico for 8 years where she works full-time for Thrivent Financial for Lutherans.

8:30am        Albuquerque Air Jump Rope is a performance and competitive jump rope team.  We are members of USA Jump Rope. Albuquerque Air Jump Rope competed in Colorado at the USAJR Regional competition where 10 jumpers qualified for the national tournament.    In the 2010 USA Jump Rope Tournament in Galveston, Texas, Albuquerque Air placed 8 athletes in the top 10 in the nation in various events. http://albuquerqueairjumprope.com/

5pm             Electric Edric For twenty years the Electric Edric Project has been entertaining  Albuquerque. From the recording studios to thousands of people at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta and constantly fine tuning our so und and staying ahead of the technology curve, we strive to bring the quality sound that only a live band can. www.electricedric.com

 8pm             Ryan Whyte Maloney Band http://www.ryanwhytemaloney.com/theband.htm

  

  

  

  

  

  

SUNDAY-October 3

7am                Ricky Garcia - National Anthem is a Native New Mexican from Albuquerque. Ricky is fifteen years old and currently attends Cibola High School. He has been performing the National Anthem as well as a Variety of Music in front of live audiences since the very young age of five. His first CD was released at the young age of seven. Along with singing Ricky enjoys Acting and Dancing. Ricky’s dream and passion is to become a Professional Recording Artist and to use the gift that he has been given to share with the world the Sounds of New Mexico.

8:30am        Interplay School of Music http://www.interplayschoolofmusic.com/Interplay_Home.html

5pm             Stephanie Eason Band is an energetic five piece contemporary country band based out of Phoenix, Arizona. The band seamlessly mixes new country, rock, bluegrass, pop, and blues into a sound that is original and refreshing.  They have been compared to Lady Antebellum, Miranda Lambert, and other contemporary artists, but still maintain the class and charm of all-time favorites like Patsy Cline or Emmylou Harris. http://www.stephanieeason.com/fr_home.cfm

 8pm             Austin Hicks Lick Records national recording artist Austin Hicks unleashes an adrenaline-packed performance with his new single “I Still Pledge Allegiance” recently released to country radio.  The 19-year old Hicks said, “I co-wrote the song with my dad and brother [musicians in Austin’s band] to honor the flag and the men and women who fight bravely to defend it.  I come from a long line of military people – my dad was stationed at Wright Patterson AFB, both grandfathers served in the army and air force, and my great grandfather was a veteran of WWI.  Honoring God, my country, and family is what I’m all about!”  Hicks has shared the stage with country greats Charlie Daniels, Neal McCoy, Rodney Atkins, Trent Tomlinson, Emerson Drive, Clay Walker, and others.  His seasoned vocals and high-energy performance has entertained thousands of fans nationwide throughout OH, NM, FL, NE, KY, TN, NV, PA, DC, and TX.  In the midst of his 2010 nationwide tour, Austin is honored to perform a concert in our nation’s capital, Washington DC, on September 11, 2010.  A native from southwestern Ohio, Austin played offensive tackle for his high school football team, but after knee injuries and surgery Austin made the difficult decision to lay varsity sports aside to dedicate his time toward his life-long passion, singing country music.  Born into a musical family, Austin’s parents brought him and his younger brother on stage at a very early age playing and singing southern gospel music.  Musical influences range from Merle Haggard and Marty Stuart to Gary Allan and Montgomery Gentry.  Determination, hard work, and undeniable talent has gained Austin countless accolades and incredible respect of so many of today’s top figures in the music industry. Austin just added the OTA (Operation Troop Aide) Tour to his calendar.  Check out his website www.austinhicks.net for more information and tour dates.  As many have said, “This young man is one to watch!”

 

MONDAY-October 4

7am             Donna S-Scheer - National Anthem is a multi-instrumentalist. She began playing guitar in 1973 with a guitar that her dad had brought home from Vietnam.  She acquired her present day Alvarez Guitar in 1976.  In 1987 Steve, her husband built her a Dulcimer and in 1990 he bought her a Mandolin for Christmas.  She added a Dobro to her collection in 2004 and has experimented playing with Sid, her son's, banjo and Sonny, her daughter's, fiddle and piano. In the past Donna has played with local musicians for benefit concerts in Albuquerque; in an enthusiastic bluegrass band, "2nd Hand Strings";  "Dulcimer Duo"; "George & Donna"; and with "Bruce Irwin and Friends" on numerous occasions. She left the band scene when she had surgery done and began playing independent coffee house music. George Butterfield, former S.W. Pickers President, introduced her as "The Albuquerque Songstress". Donna plays a variety of unique cover tunes. Songs she enjoys and gives her own personality to from varying artist as: Nanci Griffith, Patty Larkin, Eliza Gilkyson, Allison Krauss and many others along with some of her own tunes.  www.myspace.com/donnasscheer

 

TUESDAY-October 5

7am             Jen Barre - National Anthem I'm from Minneapolis, Minnesota and moved here in 1997.  I'm a studio musician, live performer and vocal instructor.  Currently I'm in an acoustic duo with guitarist Jim Mooney, and we perform in different venues around New Mexico.  In 2009 I was nominated for two New Mexico Music Awards and am currently recording a CD of my original music with producer John Wall with Wall of Sound Studio.My favorite styles of music to sing are blues, acoustic folk, contemporary, jazz, and old school funk and R&B. www.jenniferbarre.com

 

WEDNESDAY-October 6

7am             Samantha Forman - National Anthem

8:30am        Native American Dancers

 

THURSDAY-October 7

7am             Air Force Band of the West- National Anthem

8:30am        Mr. Black was born on December 1, 2007 with influences from rock to funk to grunge, Mr. Black promises to satisfy your every musical desire. The urge to gyrate rhythmically will become overwhelming as you watch the legendary talent converge on stage. 

5pm             Air Force Band of the West Dimensions in Blue Jazz Ensemble from the United States Air Force Band of the West generates a unique excitement while sharing America’s only original art form – Jazz. Dimensions in Blue musicians perform an average of 100 performances annually, entertaining over 500,000 people, and logging over 20,000 miles of travel each year.  This group performs a wide variety of music ranging from the classics of Duke Ellington, Count Basie, and Woody Herman, to the more contemporary sounds of Rob McConnell, Bob Mintzer, and Frank Mantooth. The band can also recreate the look & sound of the 1940s Glenn Miller Army Air Corps Jazz Band. From the opening notes of “In the Mood” to authentic “Pinks and Greens” uniforms, Dimensions in Blue is a faithful reproduction of the World War II era that can transport an audience back to a time when big bands were the rage. In addition, this organization has performed with some of the biggest names in the music business including Toni Tennille, Bob Mintzer, Chuck Findley, Carl Saunders, Lou Rawls, Dizzy Gillespie, Rich Matteson, Mike Vax, Bobby Shew, Ed Shaughnessey, Bill Watrous, Kristen Korb, Marvin Stamm, Louie Bellson, Byron Stripling, and Bob Hope. Dimensions in Blue performs in high schools, colleges, and media sponsored tours throughout Texas, Arizona, New Mexico and Louisiana. They have been featured performers at the Texas Jazz Festival, the Texas Bandmasters Association Convention, the International Association of Jazz Educators Convention, the Corpus Christi Jazz Festival, the Galveston Jazz Festival, and San Antonio’s “Fiesta In Blue” activities. http://www.bandofthewest.af.mil/ensembles/BandEnsembleBio.asp?EnsembleID=15

8pm             undisKovered is a True Variety Band that has built its reputation through word of mouth gained at the various venues they’ve played throughout the Southwest.  undisKovered was originally formed 2003 and is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. undisKovered's music includes Motown, Classic Rock, R&B, Latin, Country!!! www.undisKovered.com

 

FRIDAY-October 8

7am             Air Force Band of the West- National Anthem

8:30am        Jessica Amerson the much anticipated debut single of country music artist Jessica Amerson set for October release.   The single titled "High School Stinks" features Amerson`s soaring vocals, and her fiery new country pop sound.  This song is a fantastic, up-tempo song, and a great sing-a-long that will get you on your feet, and really excite you.  “High School Stinks” showcases the amazing vocals of 17-year-old Jessica Amerson and will capture listeners with its fresh hip country sound and lyrics. http://www.myspace.com/jrmamerson

5pm             Air Force Band of the http://www.bandofthewest.af.mil/ensembles/BandEnsembleBio.asp?EnsembleID=15

8pm             Funkytown Based in Los Angeles, Funkytown takes you back to the 70's to the days of Studio 54. Put on your afros and dust off your platforms (you know you had em!) and get ready to bust out those sexy disco moves as you dance to your favorite songs by the Bee Gees, KC & the Sunshine Band, Rick James, Chic & Donna Summer - just to name a few. Featuring Soulfinger on the drums making sure to keep that beat funky, James Delmonte on the bass, laying down the groove, Cash Box Money on that smokin’ guitar, and the cool Chico Poncherello keeping it real up front, alongside the foxy Lady Marmalade singing songs from the soul and joined by the beautiful sexy GoGo dancers Bootylicious and Groovylicious. Funkytown is sure to make you feel funky!! http://fulltiltentertainment.com/funkytowndiscotribute.html

 

 SATURDAY-October 9

7am             Air Force Band of the West- National Anthem

8:30am        New Mexico School for the Arts (NMSA) is a public/private partnership comprised of the New Mexico School for the Arts, a New Mexico state charter high school, and School for the Arts – NM, a nonprofit art educational institution. The purpose of the New Mexico School for the Arts is to provide the highest standards of excellence in preparing New Mexico’s artistically talented students to compete in the national arena for post-secondary education and/or professional careers in the arts. NMSA offers pre-professional instruction in the performing and visual arts in combination with rigorous academics leading to a New Mexico diploma. NMSA is located in Santa Fe, New Mexico and opened in fall 2010. NMSA consists of four arts mastery departments (music, visual art, theater, and dance) and prepares a diverse community of students to continue their arts education at institutions of higher learning and to lead productive and creative lives that enrich society. This year, students were admitted as students in voice, piano, guitar, strings, winds, and brass. In addition to their intensive instrumental or voice study, NMSA music students participate in an arts curriculum that includes music theory, music history, and group piano, as well as performing vocal and instrumental ensembles. http://www.nmschoolforthearts.org/

5pm             Air Force Band of the West

http://www.bandofthewest.af.mil/ensembles/BandEnsembleBio.asp?EnsembleID=15

8pm             Funkytown http://fulltiltentertainment.com/funkytowndiscotribute.html

 

SUNDAY-October 10    

7am    David Mack Aubol-National Anthem has a long musical history beginning in New Mexico, spreading throughout the Southwest and Southern California, and now returning to New Mexico. He attended the University of New Mexico majoring in Choral Education, played bass with the Jazz Band, and performed as Bass soloist with the Concert Choir his Senior Year. While living in Southern California David performed in concert, recorded movie soundtracks and appears on Grammy nominated albums. He returned to New Mexico in 2006 and sings with the New Mexico Symphony Orchestra Chorus.  He also sings and plays bass guitar with his own ensemble and more than a dozen other Rock, Jazz, Blues, and Country groups.  A full bio and performance schedule can be found at www.davidmackaubol.com. He is a voting member of the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences and the Screen Actors Guild. David, his brother Mark, and sister Nancy grew up on a small ranch just south of Albuquerque.  His brother and sister can both be found on the field piloting their own balloons making this a family affair.

 

APPEARING ALONG MAINSTREET:

 Robert Smith has been dazzling audiences for 7 years at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta.  His show, Street Magic LIVE! is a comedy-filled magic experience with fun for the whole family. Learn more about Street Magic LIVE! at www.facebook.com/streetmagiclive.

 

 

 

 

Chris Enright’s Juggling Mischief will delight you and your family with juggling, comedy and

amazing Vaudeville stunts. You’ll laugh out loud as Chris Enright takes you on an exciting trip through the world of juggling and side-show stunts. For more information on Chris Enright, please visit www.robertsmithpresents.com.  

  

Tall Paul has been a children’s favorite here in Albuquerque for many years. Be sure to see

him make amazing balloon creations at this year’s Fiesta. You can learn more about Tall Paul by visiting www.robertsmithpresents.com.

 

 

Mariachi Nuevo Sonido (The Dancing Mariachis) is the "Real Deal" All musicians originate from Mexico. Mariachi Nuevo Sonido has been named best mariachi of Albuquerque by"Albuquerque The Magazine" If you have a favorite song you would like to hear; just walk up to these guys and they will be glad to play your song.

 

 Libby Green and Brad Weston on stilts!