Thursday, November 13, 2008 • 7:00 p.m.
HCTC First Federal Center, Hazard KY
Admission: $15 Adults • $8 Students (Age 6 - 18) • (Age 5 & under free)

The Annie Moses Band is unlike any ensemble in America today. A family outfit, the members include parents Bill and Robin Wolaver and their children: Annie, Alex, Benjamin, Gretchen, Camille, and Jeremiah, in ages ranging from twenty-four down to ten. Annie, Alex, and Benjamin were admitted simultaneously to the Juilliard School of Music’s Pre-College Program, with Alex coached directly by Itzhak Perlman. As Gretchen, Camille, and Jeremiah began their journeys down similar musical paths, a union with their older brothers and sister seemed inevitable. Their emergence broadened the already eclectic range that Annie, Alex, and Benjamin had established, down to Camille’s interest in electronic instruments and Jeremiah’s love for Bach and bluegrass — on the banjo. All the parts fit together, improbably but harmoniously and, often, gloriously. “Our goal is to span not only generations but also genres. If you love heavy metal, that doesn’t mean you can’t love Bach or Mozart. The common denominator is, simply, good music.” This family, then, is a metaphor for what matters in art and life. They are worth hearing. And once heard, they will not be forgotten.

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Arts Education Program: Annie Moses Band
Student Matinee Performance

Thursday, November 13, 2008 • 10:00 a.m.
HCTC First Federal Center
Admission: $2 per student

Excellence is at the heart of the Annie Moses Band, and it is their overall goal to inspire young people in both the study of music and a personal pursuit of excellence. The concert will feature music from a variety of styles (usually 45 min. to 1 hour show):

• “Fiddlesticks” - neo classical and jazz
• “Absolute” – jazz
• “Moffat Jig” – Celtic
• “Toss The Feather” – Celtic
• “Merry Gentlemen” - jazz fusion
• “Turkey In The Straw / Orangeblossom Special” – bluegrass

Annie Moses Band will make a short presentation of each instrument, as well as the importance of music as both an educational tool and a lifelong joy. The explanation of their family's musical legacy will also be a part of the program.  They strive to encourage the students to consider their own legacy and the impact it will make on future generations. The overall performance will be full of humor and fun and very fast paced.

Call the performing arts office to make reservations for your school group to attend, or for more information. Phone 487-3067 or 800-246-7521 ext. 73067.