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Interview with peabo bryson
Peabo bryson: The Voice of Love… “I knew then that music was going to be my life,” he said. As he grew older, his interest in being a musician was strengthened as he
Feel that Connection By: Andy Hawkins saw how music transcended race, bigotry, prejudice and religion. He remembered thinking, “What a noble profession.”
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Sat. Feb 13, 2021 // 8:00 p.m. // Tickets: $180
IIf you have ever been in love, fallen out of love, lost a love and found it again, you need to be at the Newberry Opera House February 13, the day before Valentine’s Day, to hear Peabo Bryson, “The Voice of Love.” This Greenville, South Carolina native is a two-time Grammy® winner who will take you right back to THAT moment in your life. Perhaps, it will be the song “Tonight, I Celebrate my Love,” an emotionally charged duet, originally sung with Roberta Flack. Perhaps, it will be “If Ever You’re in My Arms Again” or “Can You Stop the Rain.” There is even the possibility it will be “I knew then that music was going to He prepared for this noble profession in high school, where his music director thought so much of his talent that he asked him to start a jazz band. His real education, however, began when he, at 14, began singing backup for Al Freeman and the Upsetters, a local band. Two years later Peabo began touring with the successful local band, Moses Dillard and his Tex-Town Display. The band required that every member be able to sing backup and front, write, play several instruments, compose, arrange and know his way around a sound studio. It was the equivalent of a master’s degree in musicology and performance. Peabo was an excellent student. In 1976, Peabo launched his solo career with the song “Underground Music,” and he hasn’t stopped since then. You just might hear hits like “I’m So Into You,” “Tonight, I Celebrate Love,” “Feel The Fire,” “Can You Stop the Rain,” and Disney Classics, “Beauty and the Beast” and “It’s a Whole New World.” the two soaring Disney hits “Beauty and the Beast,” originally with Celine Dion, and Oscar winning “A be my life.” He quickly became a favorite duo partner, beginning with Natalie Cole. He said, “Doing duos
Whole New World” from Aladdin, originally with is not something you plan to do. It
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Songwriter Peabo Bryson will also share some of his new songs about love from his latest album “Stand for Love.” Even after all of these years, Peabo is still writing about love. He said, “Every love is like a snowflake, no two are alike…I will never run out of words to write about love.”
Peabo’s understanding of love first began with his mother Marie Bryson. She had a passionate love of music. He said, “Take my mother out of the equation, and I wouldn’t happen.” She took her children to the Greenville auditorium to hear all of the music greats of the time.
He said, “I bet I saw Sam Cooke 15 times. I saw Jackie Wilson, all the greats.” By five or six years old he was singing along with them. Folks in the audience would turn around and say, “Listen to that little boy sing.” Even then people could feel the emotion in his voice.
Sawyer brown Fri. Feb 19, 2021 // 8:00 p.m. // Tickets: $150
CMT, CMA, and ACM award-winning group Sawyer Brown brings their high energy brand of Country music back to Newberry. Known for their soulful ballads, upbeat anthems, and good times, Sawyer Brown sure knows how to create an energetic live performance. Hear hit songs like “The Walk,” “Some Girls Do,” “Thank God For You,” “The Race is On,” and so many more! Similar Artists This Season: John Anderson,
Paul Thorn, Parmalee
He quickly learned that duets are not a competition. However, it was with Roberta Flack that he truly discovered the secret to great duets. It’s about connecting with your partner, the song, and the audience. Music critics have acclaimed his mastery of “intimate music.” “New York Times” critic Jon Pereles dubbed him the “Pavarotti of Soul.”
September 2-4, 2016 Peabo Bryson was a featured performer at the Greater Charleston Low Country Jazz Festival. The presenters honored him by proclaiming September 4 as Peabo Bryson Day in North Charleston and
Charleston, South Carolina.
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Blue dogs
Sat. Feb 20, 2021 // 8:00 p.m. // Tickets: $35
For over thirty years, the Blue Dogs has thrilled audiences with its energetic and exciting performances and down-to-earth demeanor. The group has shared the stage with the likes of Darius Rucker, Willie Nelson, Edwin McCain, Hootie & The Blowfish, Bruce Hornsby, and so many more. The Blue Dogs distinctly American mashup of music forms has earned the group a place in the hearts of audiences across the country and around the world. Expect guests to stand and dance along at the performance. If you would like to sit, please consider the balcony or orchestra boxes. Similar Artists This Season:
Edwin McCain, Delbert McClinton, Paul Thorn
One of the most influential Indie bands in recent memory platinum-selling Sister Hazel returns to Newberry. Firmly having established themselves in the world of Rock and Alternative music thanks to hits like “All For You,” they have also played the Grand Ole Opry sharing its Country influence. Sister Hazel continues to break genredefining boundaries with its latest release “Elements,” which includes a song penned by friend Darius Rucker. Expect guests to stand and dance along at the performance. If you would like to sit, please consider the balcony or orchestra boxes. Similar Artists This Season: Tupelo Honey- Tribute
to Van Morrison, Edwin McCain, Blue Dogs
Rhonda Vincent & The rage Fri. Feb 26, 2021 // 8:00 p.m. // Tickets: $90
World-class multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Rhonda Vincent returns to Newberry. In 2018, Rhonda took home the Grammy® Award for Best Bluegrass Album. Come hear hits such as “American Grandstand,” “Taken,” “Good Thing Going,” and “One Step Ahead.” Her award-winning band The Rage will join Rhonda on stage and will be sure to play some of their Grammy® winning album “All The Rage Vol 1.” Similar Artists This Season:
Dailey & Vincent, Gene Watson, Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder
James Gregory
Sat. Feb 27, 2021 //5:00 & 8:00 p.m. Tickets: $60
James Gregory creates an evening of non-stop laughter with a wry sense of the absurd, a southern accent, and universal storytelling. The ridiculous, the common, and sometimes even the simplest events all become hilarious in the hands of this world-class comedian. It’s storytelling at its best. His trademark caricature is the essence of humorist James Gregory’s comedy: rib-tickling reflections on life from the front porch! Similar Artists This
Season: Southern Fried Chicks, Jeanne Robertson, Capitol Steps
With an election, international pandemic, and murder bees this sketch comedy writes itself. Capitol Steps is one of the longest-running satirical comedy shows to date. With members of the cast using their political experience to deliver tried and true satire, audiences of all political views are sure to be thoroughly entertained! Similar Artists This Season: Southern Fried
Chicks, James Gregory, Jeanie Robertson
TONY ORLANDO
Rescheduled date
Sat. Mar 6, 2021 // 8:00 p.m. // Tickets: $150
Tony Orlando simply is one of America’s most endearing and enduring iconic stars. Hear favorite hits such as “Tie a Yellow Ribbon ‘Round the Ole Oak Tree,” “Knock 3 Times,” “Candida,” “My Sweet Gypsy Rose,” and so many more. Come see what keeps fans coming back after five decades with Tony Orlando. Similar Artists
This Season: Tapestry- Tribute to Carole King, Electric Light Orchestra Experience, McCartney Years
Fairytales on Ice: Featuring the stories of The Little Mermaid & Pirate Adventures Sun. Mar 7, 2021 // 6:30 p.m. // Tickets: $70 // Students 1/2 price
Back by popular demand: Fairytales on Ice is a magical presentation featuring many of your favorite fairytale characters. This performance will weave tales from The Little Mermaid and Pirate Adventures. Is it really an ice show? Yes! The dance, music, and story help create the visual and emotional journey for audiences everywhere fusing the theater, music, acrobatics, and the art of figure skating. Other Family Friendly Shows This
Season: A Very Electric Christmas, Mike Super
How to survive middle school A Dufford Institute for Cultural Diversity Event in conjunction with Newberry Arts For All (NAFA) Rescheduled date Tue. mar 09, 2021 //7:00 p.m. //FREE!
There’s no simple formula for helping middle school students navigate this stretch of their lives. But comedian Robert Post, a performer who captivates audiences nationwide with his hilarious one-man variety show brings middle-school kids and their deeply felt concerns right to center stage.
The machine Performs pink Floyd
Thur. Mar 11, 2021 //8:00 p.m. Tickets: $80
The Machine is the top Pink Floyd tribute, dedicated to continuing the legacy of Pink Floyd. With stellar musicianship and passionate delivery, The Machine recreates all your favorites like “Comfortably Numb,” “Money,” “Wish You Were Here,” “Another Brick In The Wall,” “Time,” and many more. Similar
Artists This Season: Led Zeppelin Experience, Mother’s Finest, Electric Light Orchestra Experience
Academy of St. Martin in the fields
Fri. mar 12, 2021 //7:30 p.m. // Tickets: $300
Straight from London, England, The Academy of St. Martins in the Fields, is known as one of the finest chamber orchestras in the world. The Academy develops fresh and brilliant interpretations of the world’s most famous and beloved Orchestral music. A distinctive, polished, and refined sound, the Academy has come to be beloved by fans around the globe. In 1958, Sir Neville Marriner created the Academy from a group of talented musicians in London, England. Since then, the Academy has gone on to produce over 500 releases selling over 6.5 million copies. With a comprehensive training program, they have made the sound of the Academy recognizable around the world.
Similar Artists: Harlem Quartet, Lincoln Trio, Tessa Lark & Micheal Thurber, Invoke
McCartney Years: Tribute to Paul McCartney Sat. Mar 13, 2021 //8:00 p.m. //Tickets: $65
The McCartney Years is dedicated to recreating the experience of one of McCartney’s concerts down to the smallest detail. Sid Berstein labeled them as “the best on the scene today.” Hear all your Paul McCartney, Wings, and Beatles favorites and relive the McCartney concert experience with The McCartney Years! Similar Artists This Season: Tupelo Honey,
Tapestry, John Denver Tribute Peach state opera Operatizers! Sun. Mar 14, 2021 //3:00 p.m. Tickets: $35 //students 1/2 price
Sponsored by Audrey Love Charitable Foundation
The Peach State Opera presents Operatizers! This performance will be comprised of arias, duets, trios, and ensembles from all of opera’s greatest hits- think La Boheme, Carmen, Die Fledermaus, La Traviata. Peach State Opera, an Artist Affiliate of Perimeter College at Georgia State University, is Georgia’s premier Opera touring Company, bringing accessible, audiences-friendly opera classic to our community.
Similar Artists This Season: La Boheme, American Spiritual Ensemble, The Lincoln Trio
The malpass brothers
Fri. Mar 19, 2021 //8:00 p.m. Tickets: $65
The Malpass Brothers toured with the late Don Helms (former steel guitarist for Hank Williams), opened for music legend Merle Haggard on multiple tours, and appeared on stages from the Shetland Islands to the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville to Merlefest in NC. Gifted musicians and songwriters, the Brothers have shared billing with artists including Ray Price, Willie Nelson, Doyle Lawson, Rhonda Vincent, Marty Stuart, Doc Watson, and more. Similar Artists This Season: Rhonda
Vincent & The Rage, Gene Watson, Dailey & Vincent
Rescheduled date The Led Zeppelin Experience: Hammer of the Gods
Sat. Mar 20, 2021 // 8:00 p.m.
Tickets: $50
Considered to be the ultimate Zeppelin experience, you will hear popular songs including;
“Stairway To Heaven,” “Whole Lotta Love,”
“Kashmir,” “Since I’ve Been Loving You,”
“When the Levee Breaks,” “Rock and Roll,” and
“Achilles Last Stand.’’ Similar Artists This
Season: Pink Floyd Tribute, Tupelo HoneyTribute to Van Morrison, Mother’s Finest
Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver Fri. Apr 16, 2021 // 8:00 p.m. // Tickets: $75
International Bluegrass Hall of Famer and acclaimed Gospel and Bluegrass band Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver bring their impressive music to Newberry. Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver have been thrilling audiences for over 40 years and keep them coming back time and time again. Similar
