Sommerfest in the Valley 2010 > Schedule

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Thursday, May 27	4:30 to 7:30PM	The Jolly Bavarians Traditional Germanic – The sounds of the Alps of Germany, Austria and Switzerland – that’s what we are all about. A unique blend of music, costumes, sing-a-longs and audience participation to create ‘Gemütlichkeit’, a coming together and a festive atmosphere. Obtain your own free copy of "Singen zum Sommerfest" which will be available at the festival.
Thursday, May 27	8:00 to 11:00PM	No Heroes Winners of 4 awards in The 2009 Lehigh Valley Music Awards including Best New Band / Artists and Best Original Band, the name No Heroes is being whispered throughout the Lehigh Valley Music scene. No Heroes was formed in 2005 by Tommy Ference(former drummer of bands such as Gandalf, Bam Bamm and Bullet) and Tommy Giovarelli (former bassist of Bam Bamm and Bullet). After feeling out a few guitarists and lead singers,they found the perfect fit with former Idle Threats guitarist Mark Klotz. Early in 2008 No Heroes found Lead Vocalist Scott "Free" Howell (former lead Vocalist of Rose Alley and Tainted Fate).The band has since forged ahead with a full head of steam and has captured the admiration of audiences and musicians alike.
Friday, May 28	1:30 to 3:30PM	Steve Brosky & Jimmy Meyer Blues and jazz with an emphasis on Lehigh Valley pop culture. Known for “Hey Now, Let’s Get Down, Let’s All go to Allentown" Jimmy Meyer and Steve Brosky have been named the "Best Duo" by the Lehigh Valley Music Awards. It has been said that it isn't what they play, it is how they play. Steve Brosky grew up in Allentown. He was given the key to the city after he made his way into the regional Top 20 with "Do the Dutch" in the 1980s. Jimmy Meyer has played with many local bands and performed at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, Ohio. .
	4:30 to 7:30PM	Hometown German Band The band plays popular and traditional German festival songs. The lyrics of many of these songs can be found in the songbook, "Singen zum Sommerfest". Come join the band in opening this year's festival and sing-along in the traditional German style.
	8:00 to 11:00PM	Philadephia Funk Authority Specializing in a rich mix of funk, soul, R&B, and ultimate party music, the Philadelphia Funk Authority has successfully entertained thousands of fans in countless venues across the country. Authentically recreating the undeniable grooves and tunes of such 70’s staple artists as Stevie Wonder, Earth Wind & Fire, Tower of Power, James Brown and many others, the Philadelphia Funk Authority has shared the stage with Elton John at Philadelphia’s Kimmel Center; performed in Houston, Texas at the NFL Commissioner’s Super Bowl XXXVIII party; played at New York’s Hammerstein Ballroom; wowed audiences at Musikfest, the Red Bank Jazz & Blues festival, and even helped cheer on the Philadelphia Eagles at Veterans Stadium Fan Fair and the Philadelphia Phantoms at the Calder Cup Championship Celebration.
Saturday, May 29	1:00 to 4:00PM	Josef Kroboth Eroclass Recording Artist - Joe has been playing in the Tri State area for over 30 years; playing many different types of music, but specializing in Austrian and German music. He has entertained at many different festivals and Oktoberfests. He has been featured on cruise ships. He has released numerous recordings and has even run excursions to Austria and the surrounding countries. Ed Milisits & LSB - Festival and Bier Drinking Songs Ed Milisits is Lehigh Saengerbund's well-known and highly regarding Choral Director. Come join Ed and the Lehigh Saengerbund members in singing traditional German festival and beer drinking songs.
	4:30 to 7:30PM	Emil Schanta Band Traditional Germanic & mid European – Originally known as the Burgenlander Band with a repertoire of original and arranged polkas, waltzes and landlers in the authentic German / Autrian / Hungarian style. The band stays true to the authentic style of Folk Music plus the addition of many popular tunes.
	8:00 to 11:00PM	Flamin Dick & the Hotrods Flamin' Dick and the Hot Rods is a 50's and 60's Rock-n-Roll Party Band, playing a variety of music from the years of 1955 to 1968 - "The Golden Years of Rock-n-Roll." The classic songs played by Flamin' Dick and the Hot Rods have the soulful sound and feel of the original artists; Chuck Berry, Jerry Lee Lewis, Eddie Cochran, Bill Haley, Elvis, The Righteous Brothers, Gene Vincent, Dion, and more. Entertaining crowds from the resorts in New York's Catskill Mountains and the Meadowlands of New Jersey to the Bloomsburg Fairgrounds in Pennsylvania, Flamin' Dick and the Hot Rods have played many national events and offer a full format of danceable, fun-loving music for your party, convention, dance, or other event.
Sunday, May 30	12:00 to 1:00PM	Euro Tech and Mixed Music
	1:30 to 3:00PM	Coplay Saengerbund Chorus - Joseph Weber conducting Lehigh Saengerbund Chorus - Edward Milisits conducting Hianzchor Chorus - Robert Strauch conducting
	3:30 to 7:30PM	Josef Kroboth Eroclass Recording Artist - Joe has been playing in the Tri State area for over 30 years; playing many different types of music, but specializing in Austrian and German music. He has entertained at many different festivals and Oktoberfests. He has been featured on cruise ships. He has released numerous recordings and has even run excursions to Austria and the surrounding countries.
	8:00 to 11:00PM	Main Street Cruisers The Main Street Cruisers perform a high energy show featuring true to the original versions of many Rock and Roll hits of the 50's and 60's. The group’s two poodle skirted female vocalists Faith and Doreen keep the action flowing with dance routines that have the crowd moving and harmonies that make you believe you are listening to the original artists. Mark dons a pair of Elvis shades and belts out Blue Suede Shoes while bass player Bill and drummer "Surfer Boy" Kevin keeps the rhythm section rocking. Don on Sax fills the stage with fun songs such as Tequila and celebrity guest performers such as Lenny Longo, lead vocalist and guitarist of Bill Haley's Comets, who works with the group on a regular basis increase the Marquee value and drawing power of the group.
Monday, May 31	12:00 to 12:30pm	Kids for America A group of five siblings who perform to show their appreciation to those people who have made our freedoms possible. The Kids, ranging in age from 13 to 20 years old have been performing sing 2004. Their goal is to support the families of local military.
	12:30 to 3:30PM	Joe Weber Band Popular local band playing both contemporary and traditional music. Joe has been on the local music scene for many years. In addition to leading the band, Joe is also Choral Director for the Coplay Saengerbund Chorus.
	3:30 to 4:00pm	Kids for America
	4:00 to 7:00PM	Crazy Heart CrazyHeart, Northeast Pennsylvania Country Band, is one of the most popular country music bands in the Lehigh Valley and Eastern Pennsylvania. Formed in 1993, CrazyHeart has played in and around Pennsylvania and New Jersey for over 15 years. CrazyHeart has played for various carnivals, clubs, concerts and other events, including Musikfest, MayFair, Penn's Peak, the Great Allentown Fair, Hershey Park, Knoebel's and at the first Cat Country Birthday Paryy, just to name a few. CrazyHeart has also opened for many national recording acts such as Big & Rich, Billy Currington, The Charlie Daniel's Band, Josh Turher, Kitty wells, David Lee Murphy, and Mark Wills. CrazyHeart's high energy, heart pumpin', foot stompin', country music will have you singing and dancing all night.