Tentative Schedule for Bannerman Island 2013 Season
Third Sunday Music Self Guided Tours –May 19th
Sponsored by Mark and Sue Adams and The Piccone Group of Companies
The Strawberry Hill Fiddlers Group
A teenage fiddle band from Dutchess County. The fiddlers play an eclectic program of traditional music of many countries, and include song and
dance. The fiddlers recently completed their second music tour of Scotland and northern England, and have performed in Minneapolis: Kansas City: Layfeyette, LA; as well as performances throughout MA, VT. They perform locally in concert and for Community events. They have fiddled onstage with Natalie MacMaster, Jay Unger and Molly Mason; and have opened for Alisdair Fraser and Barrage. The teens have three cds – Evolution, I Said Love and Strawberry Jam.
Sponsored by Mark and Sue Adams and The Piccone Group of Companies
The Strawberry Hill Fiddlers Group
A teenage fiddle band from Dutchess County. The fiddlers play an eclectic program of traditional music of many countries, and include song and
dance. The fiddlers recently completed their second music tour of Scotland and northern England, and have performed in Minneapolis: Kansas City: Layfeyette, LA; as well as performances throughout MA, VT. They perform locally in concert and for Community events. They have fiddled onstage with Natalie MacMaster, Jay Unger and Molly Mason; and have opened for Alisdair Fraser and Barrage. The teens have three cds – Evolution, I Said Love and Strawberry Jam.
Third Sunday Music Self Guided Tours –June 16th, 2013
Sponsored by Mark and Sue Adams and The Piccone Group of Companies
BETTER LATE THAN NEVER was created 3/12/2011 by Sal Fratto and Dorian Miele, 7th and 8th graders from South Middle School in Newburgh, NY. Now all attend NFA HS in Newburgh, NY, where both Sal & Dorian are honor students.
Sal writes all original songs for their band. Sal mainly plays the drums and sings, but also plays, guitar for the band. Other interests for Sal are piano, saxophone, cajon & bass. Sal loves going to his lessons at the New York School of Music in Walden, NY. They love performing open mic at Imperial Guitar & Soundworks in Newburgh, NY. Dorian plays the guitar and sings for the band and occasionally will play drums. Dorian's other interest is Cheerleading, and enjoys competing nationally. Angel is the bass player for the band.
Better Late Than Never was just voted The Best Teen Age Band in The Hudson Valley for 2012.
Mountain Tops Kayak Tour from Beacon, NY $100
June 29th, 2013 11am
4th of July Bannerman Picnic Bash
Featuring TIMBERWOLF
$75 per person
Fantastic food, self guided Bannerman Island Tours, cruise to and from the island
Daytime Photo Shoot with Thom Johnson
AM Light July 6th, 2013
$125 Donation $100 for returning photographers
Third Sunday Music Self Guided Tours- July 21st, 2013
Sponsored by Mark and Sue Adams and The Picone Group of Companies
The King's Highlanders use Highland bagpipes,
the unmistakable sound of the rope-tensioned snare drum, and a
carefully researched repertoire to recreate the field music of the 18th and
early 19th century Highland regiments, as it could have been heard on
battlefields across Europe and North America from Ticonderoga to Waterloo. The
members of the King's Highlanders have played together from the streets of
New York City on St. Patrick's Day, to the competition fields of upstate
Highland Games with the Amerscot Highland Pipe Band, and the Ceol Gleann Pipes
and Drums, and regularly play for contra dances with the Walker Family.
MountainTops Kayak Tour From Beacon, NY
$100
July 28th, 2013 10:30 am
Featuring TIMBERWOLF
$75 per person
Fantastic food, self guided Bannerman Island Tours, cruise to and from the island
Daytime Photo Shoot with Thom Johnson
AM Light July 6th, 2013
$125 Donation $100 for returning photographers
Third Sunday Music Self Guided Tours- July 21st, 2013
Sponsored by Mark and Sue Adams and The Picone Group of Companies
The King's Highlanders use Highland bagpipes,
the unmistakable sound of the rope-tensioned snare drum, and a
carefully researched repertoire to recreate the field music of the 18th and
early 19th century Highland regiments, as it could have been heard on
battlefields across Europe and North America from Ticonderoga to Waterloo. The
members of the King's Highlanders have played together from the streets of
New York City on St. Patrick's Day, to the competition fields of upstate
Highland Games with the Amerscot Highland Pipe Band, and the Ceol Gleann Pipes
and Drums, and regularly play for contra dances with the Walker Family.
MountainTops Kayak Tour From Beacon, NY
$100
July 28th, 2013 10:30 am
Third Sunday Music Self Guided Tours – August 18th, 2013
Sponsored by Mark and Sue Adams and The Picone Group of Companies
The Sweet Clementines
Founded by two guitar-whiz English teachers, New Paltz-based six piece The Sweet
Clementines play a literate, lyrical, and musically sophisticated brand of
odd-pop. With an emphasis on substantial songs, the Clementines’ sound nods to
British invasion, psychedelia, folk, prog, and surreal cabaret without sounding
much like any of the above. Vibraphone and violin lend depth and texture to the
quirky, dreamy, baroque-pop arrangements. Their acclaimed new CD, though it
were the kiss of death, has been played on WDST, WFMU, and WVKR, and is
featured by the IndepenDisc Music Club, The band has been making its name with
performances at Bard’s Spiegeltent, The Falcon, Clun Helsinki, the Living Room
in New York City and at festivals, clubs and listening rooms throughout the
region.
Overnight Photography Tour with Thom
Johnson- August 17th-18th (Tentative)
MountainTops Kayak Tour from Beacon, NY
$100 August 17th
Sponsored by Mark and Sue Adams and The Picone Group of Companies
The Sweet Clementines
Founded by two guitar-whiz English teachers, New Paltz-based six piece The Sweet
Clementines play a literate, lyrical, and musically sophisticated brand of
odd-pop. With an emphasis on substantial songs, the Clementines’ sound nods to
British invasion, psychedelia, folk, prog, and surreal cabaret without sounding
much like any of the above. Vibraphone and violin lend depth and texture to the
quirky, dreamy, baroque-pop arrangements. Their acclaimed new CD, though it
were the kiss of death, has been played on WDST, WFMU, and WVKR, and is
featured by the IndepenDisc Music Club, The band has been making its name with
performances at Bard’s Spiegeltent, The Falcon, Clun Helsinki, the Living Room
in New York City and at festivals, clubs and listening rooms throughout the
region.
Overnight Photography Tour with Thom
Johnson- August 17th-18th (Tentative)
MountainTops Kayak Tour from Beacon, NY
$100 August 17th
4th Annual Hudson Valley Chefs’ Farm Fresh Dinner on Bannerman Island – September 7, 2013
$125 per person
Sponsored by The Hudson Valley Chef’s Consortium
Enjoy a 5 Course Meal on Bannerman Island prepared by five of the Hudson Valley’s finest Chefs. Dine in the garden at The
Bannerman Residence enjoy a guided tour of Bannerman Island and a cruise to and from the island.
This event sells out early, so make your reservations in advance.
Dan Stephens will perform classical guitar. Over a decade of classical guitar performances ranging from wedding ceremonies to recitals. Teaching styles include sheet music, improvising, chart reading, as well as playing by ear in a manner directed toward the student's musical interests. Played both electric
and acoustic guitar in productions of Fame, Man of La Mancha, TOMMY, Evita, Rent, Pippin and more. Involved in the production of numerous studio recordings ranging from classical music to hardcore/metal. He has played in various rock bands, perform classical guitar.
and acoustic guitar in productions of Fame, Man of La Mancha, TOMMY, Evita, Rent, Pippin and more. Involved in the production of numerous studio recordings ranging from classical music to hardcore/metal. He has played in various rock bands, perform classical guitar.
Just Off Broadway Encore Performance of GODSPELL – September 20th
Don’t miss an Encore performance by Just Off Broadway of Godspell performed on Bannerman
Island. Tickest are $65 Includes Self Guided Tour of Bannerman Island, Cruise to and From Island and the
show.
Call: 845-831-6346 for
tickets.
MountainTops Kayak Tour From Beacon, NY
$100
September 14th
Third Sunday Music Self Guided Tours – September 15th
Sponsored by Mark and Sue Adams and The Piccone Group of Companies
Thaddeus MacGregor - Musical Bard of the Hudson, Thaddeus MacGregor delights audiences with his spirited and soulful interpretations of classic 19th and 20th century song. He brings the past to life, performing on guitar and singing, and playing cigar-box guitar, mandolin,flute and fife.Kids of all ages are especially enchanted with his "partner": Wee Jim, the Limberjack (a wooden dancing musical figure from times long
past).A real entertainer, Mr. MacGregor takes his audience on a fun side-trip through time! Enjoy!
Sponsored by Mark and Sue Adams and The Piccone Group of Companies
Thaddeus MacGregor - Musical Bard of the Hudson, Thaddeus MacGregor delights audiences with his spirited and soulful interpretations of classic 19th and 20th century song. He brings the past to life, performing on guitar and singing, and playing cigar-box guitar, mandolin,flute and fife.Kids of all ages are especially enchanted with his "partner": Wee Jim, the Limberjack (a wooden dancing musical figure from times long
past).A real entertainer, Mr. MacGregor takes his audience on a fun side-trip through time! Enjoy!
Daytime Photography Shoot with Thom Johnson
PM Light October 5th
$125 Donation $100 for Returning Photographers
Overnight Photography Tour with Thom Johnson- October 19th-20
SKAT KAYAK TOURS
May 19 - 2pm
June 2 - 2pm
June 15 - 10am
June 29 - 10am
July 13 - 10am
July 28th - 10am
Aug 10th - 10am
Aug 18th - 2pm
Sept 14th - 2pm
Sept 22nd - 2pm
2012 EVENTS
Carey Harrison, son of movie star Rex Harrison; tells stories of his life, and the golden age of Hollywood, on the island in the summer of 2011. Photo by Neil Caplan.
Bannerman Island Photo Shoots:
Overnight Photography Workshops:
The Bannerman Castle Trust will be holding two overnight photo workshops this year:
June 2, 2012 with Thom Johnson, Gabe Biderman, and Matt Hill.
September 1, 2012 with Thom Johnson, Gabe Biderman, and Matt Hill.
$350 for first time, $250 for Return Photographers. Call 845-831-6346
Daytime Photography Workshops:
The Bannerman Castle Trust will be holding two daytime photo workshops this year:
September 29, 2012 with Thom Johnson
$125 for first time, $100 for Return Photographers. Call 845-831-6346
First Light Photography Shoots:
Departs at 5:30am to capture the First Light of day on June 16th. Work boat circles the island for morning magic photos and additional photography on the island. $125 Call 845-831-6346
4th of July Picnic and Concert on Bannerman Island:
Celebrate the 4th of July on Bannerman Island with a Picnic feast Catered by Loughran's Irish Pub of Salisbury Mills. Enjoy a guided tour and a special concert while you eat. For reservations call 845-831-6346
Menu includes: Grilled chicken, hot dogs, hamburgers, sausage and peppers, baked beans, corn on the cob, salad, cole slaw, desert and beverage.
Bannerman Performers Series:
Performed on Bannerman Island in our Gardens
July 7 & 8
The Opera Company of the Highlands
Concert Production of Jerome Kern and Oscar Hamerstien’s classic musical
SHOWBOAT
Opera Company of the Hudson Highlands, a professional, not-for-profit opera company based in Orange County, NY. Well known opera singer Claudia Cummings, Founder and Artistic Director of Opera Company of the Highlands, will be presenting a concert version of the classic musical, Showboat on Bannerman Island with the castle as a backdrop. Songs from the musical, such as "Old Man River", “Can’t Help Lovin That Man”, have become standards.
This will be a unique production and the first time a musical will be presented on Bannerman Island. The play will be produced by the Bannerman Castle Trust and the Opera Company of the Hudson Highlands. (Sponsorships are available). Tickets are $65, and Include Cruise Tour and Show. For reservations call: 845-831-6346 or 845-562-5381.
July
Bill Diamond Productions Presents Summer Concerts on Bannerman Island. July-August.
2 Concerts Performed on Bannerman Island
Danny Quinn is back by popular demand for a concert on Bannerman Island. (Danny performing In-kind)
Concert and date to be announced
Third Annual Farm Fresh Hudson Valley Chef’s Dinner. September 8, (Rain Date September 9)
The Bannerman Castle Trust, Inc. is pleased to be able to present this event once again with the sponsorship of theHudson Valley Chefs Consortium
Five noted Hudson Valley Chefs create a five course gourmet meal on Bannerman Island. This event sells out quickly. Reservations must be made in advance.
Saturday, September 8, 2012
Rain Date: Sunday, September 9, 2012
First seating 3:00 p.m.
Second seating 4:30 p.m.
Tickets: $150. For reservations call 845-831-6346
Overnight Photography Workshops:
The Bannerman Castle Trust will be holding two overnight photo workshops this year:
June 2, 2012 with Thom Johnson, Gabe Biderman, and Matt Hill.
September 1, 2012 with Thom Johnson, Gabe Biderman, and Matt Hill.
$350 for first time, $250 for Return Photographers. Call 845-831-6346
Daytime Photography Workshops:
The Bannerman Castle Trust will be holding two daytime photo workshops this year:
September 29, 2012 with Thom Johnson
$125 for first time, $100 for Return Photographers. Call 845-831-6346
First Light Photography Shoots:
Departs at 5:30am to capture the First Light of day on June 16th. Work boat circles the island for morning magic photos and additional photography on the island. $125 Call 845-831-6346
4th of July Picnic and Concert on Bannerman Island:
Celebrate the 4th of July on Bannerman Island with a Picnic feast Catered by Loughran's Irish Pub of Salisbury Mills. Enjoy a guided tour and a special concert while you eat. For reservations call 845-831-6346
Menu includes: Grilled chicken, hot dogs, hamburgers, sausage and peppers, baked beans, corn on the cob, salad, cole slaw, desert and beverage.
Bannerman Performers Series:
Performed on Bannerman Island in our Gardens
July 7 & 8
The Opera Company of the Highlands
Concert Production of Jerome Kern and Oscar Hamerstien’s classic musical
SHOWBOAT
Opera Company of the Hudson Highlands, a professional, not-for-profit opera company based in Orange County, NY. Well known opera singer Claudia Cummings, Founder and Artistic Director of Opera Company of the Highlands, will be presenting a concert version of the classic musical, Showboat on Bannerman Island with the castle as a backdrop. Songs from the musical, such as "Old Man River", “Can’t Help Lovin That Man”, have become standards.
This will be a unique production and the first time a musical will be presented on Bannerman Island. The play will be produced by the Bannerman Castle Trust and the Opera Company of the Hudson Highlands. (Sponsorships are available). Tickets are $65, and Include Cruise Tour and Show. For reservations call: 845-831-6346 or 845-562-5381.
July
Bill Diamond Productions Presents Summer Concerts on Bannerman Island. July-August.
2 Concerts Performed on Bannerman Island
Danny Quinn is back by popular demand for a concert on Bannerman Island. (Danny performing In-kind)
Concert and date to be announced
Third Annual Farm Fresh Hudson Valley Chef’s Dinner. September 8, (Rain Date September 9)
The Bannerman Castle Trust, Inc. is pleased to be able to present this event once again with the sponsorship of theHudson Valley Chefs Consortium
Five noted Hudson Valley Chefs create a five course gourmet meal on Bannerman Island. This event sells out quickly. Reservations must be made in advance.
Saturday, September 8, 2012
Rain Date: Sunday, September 9, 2012
First seating 3:00 p.m.
Second seating 4:30 p.m.
Tickets: $150. For reservations call 845-831-6346
Rex Harrison in Hollywood: September 13, 2012 at 8pm
and
POETRY THROUGH THE AGES: September 20 2012 at 8pm
The Woodstock Players are returning with renowned actor/playwright, Carey Harrison performing two one man shows, Rex Harrison in Hollywood and Poetry through the Ages at the Howland Center in Beacon. Mr. Carey presented his one man show, Rex Harrison in Hollywood, last year to sold out audiences. He is
the son of screen legends, Rex Harrison and Lilly Palmer. Rex Harrison in Hollywood is a series of anecdotes about his famous parents and the golden age of Hollywood. Poetry Through the Ages examines poetry from Marlow through modern times. . The tickets are $15 for one show or $25 for both shows. Call 845-831-6346
and
POETRY THROUGH THE AGES: September 20 2012 at 8pm
The Woodstock Players are returning with renowned actor/playwright, Carey Harrison performing two one man shows, Rex Harrison in Hollywood and Poetry through the Ages at the Howland Center in Beacon. Mr. Carey presented his one man show, Rex Harrison in Hollywood, last year to sold out audiences. He is
the son of screen legends, Rex Harrison and Lilly Palmer. Rex Harrison in Hollywood is a series of anecdotes about his famous parents and the golden age of Hollywood. Poetry Through the Ages examines poetry from Marlow through modern times. . The tickets are $15 for one show or $25 for both shows. Call 845-831-6346
"Take Me Home for the Holidays" Art Show Opening
The Bannerman Castle Trust, Inc. will present it's annual holidays small paintings show, "Take Me Home for the Holidays" at The Bannerman Island Gallery, located at 150 Main Street, in Beacon, NY, opening reception at 5pm on November 10th. (Beacon’s Second Saturday)
The show features small paintings by 13 noted Hudson Valley artists, featuring scenes from the Hudson Valley and Bannerman Island. This is an excellent way to support Bannerman Island and get to take home, a one of a kind painting capturing the beauty of The Hudson River Valley and Bannerman Island. A great holiday gift. There will be over 40 paintings in various mediums including: oils, acrylics and pastels.
Jamie Williams Grossman curates “Take Me Home for the Holidays Small Painting Show” Jamie is a Signature Member and Vice Chairman of New York Plein Air Painters (NYPAP). She is also the head of their Lower Hudson Valley Chapter.
Award winning artists include: Jeanne Demotses, Virginia Donovan, Carol Douglas, Carolyn H. Edlund, Gayle Clark Fedigan, Patti Ferrara, Jamie Williams Grossman, Deborah O'Keeffe, Mara Lehmann, Margaret Morales, Mary Mugele Sealfon, Robert Trondsen, and Nancy Woogen.
The Bannerman Island Gallery features a large array of paintings, prints, and photographs of Bannerman Island, Bannerman's Castle, and the Hudson River ―as well as many other types of Bannerman Island memorabilia and media. Many of the pieces displayed in the gallery are one of a kind, and are available for purchase. Fifty percent of the sale of artwork is donated to The Bannerman Castle Trust, Inc. for the preservation of Bannerman Island.
Plans for the Stage One Stabilization of the Main structures, The Tower and the # Two Warehouses have been approved by NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. Support beams will be attached to the exterior of the walls, along with steal bracing to be used to support the fragile facades until more funds are raised for Phase Two. The Bannerman Castle Trust, Inc. is currently raising funds to match up to $150,000 from an EPF Grant. In 2011 The BCT stabilized The Bannerman Residence with new floors and a new roof. In October, the grand staircase, (Over and Under the Arch) was stabilized. In the 2012 season, Bannerman Island played host to The Opera Company of The Highland’s concert version of Show Boat, as well as to Hudson Valley Musicians who performed Bannerman Island on the third Sunday of every month.
Buy A Painting, Help Save a Hudson Valley Landmark!
The Bannerman Island Gallery is opened on Saturdays and Sundays from 12 noon to 5:00 pm, and by appointment during the week. “Take me Home for the Holidays" Small Painting Show runs from November 10th to December 31st. For information about the show, please call New Caplan at 845-831-6346 or 845-234-3204.
The show features small paintings by 13 noted Hudson Valley artists, featuring scenes from the Hudson Valley and Bannerman Island. This is an excellent way to support Bannerman Island and get to take home, a one of a kind painting capturing the beauty of The Hudson River Valley and Bannerman Island. A great holiday gift. There will be over 40 paintings in various mediums including: oils, acrylics and pastels.
Jamie Williams Grossman curates “Take Me Home for the Holidays Small Painting Show” Jamie is a Signature Member and Vice Chairman of New York Plein Air Painters (NYPAP). She is also the head of their Lower Hudson Valley Chapter.
Award winning artists include: Jeanne Demotses, Virginia Donovan, Carol Douglas, Carolyn H. Edlund, Gayle Clark Fedigan, Patti Ferrara, Jamie Williams Grossman, Deborah O'Keeffe, Mara Lehmann, Margaret Morales, Mary Mugele Sealfon, Robert Trondsen, and Nancy Woogen.
The Bannerman Island Gallery features a large array of paintings, prints, and photographs of Bannerman Island, Bannerman's Castle, and the Hudson River ―as well as many other types of Bannerman Island memorabilia and media. Many of the pieces displayed in the gallery are one of a kind, and are available for purchase. Fifty percent of the sale of artwork is donated to The Bannerman Castle Trust, Inc. for the preservation of Bannerman Island.
Plans for the Stage One Stabilization of the Main structures, The Tower and the # Two Warehouses have been approved by NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation. Support beams will be attached to the exterior of the walls, along with steal bracing to be used to support the fragile facades until more funds are raised for Phase Two. The Bannerman Castle Trust, Inc. is currently raising funds to match up to $150,000 from an EPF Grant. In 2011 The BCT stabilized The Bannerman Residence with new floors and a new roof. In October, the grand staircase, (Over and Under the Arch) was stabilized. In the 2012 season, Bannerman Island played host to The Opera Company of The Highland’s concert version of Show Boat, as well as to Hudson Valley Musicians who performed Bannerman Island on the third Sunday of every month.
Buy A Painting, Help Save a Hudson Valley Landmark!
The Bannerman Island Gallery is opened on Saturdays and Sundays from 12 noon to 5:00 pm, and by appointment during the week. “Take me Home for the Holidays" Small Painting Show runs from November 10th to December 31st. For information about the show, please call New Caplan at 845-831-6346 or 845-234-3204.