Dan McElrath, alias, the Piano Man, is one of Alaska's finest musicians and technicians.
He is the owner and operator of Alaskan Piano Services which began in 1987 and has been going strong ever since. Dan attained a B.A. from the Furman School of Music in 1985 and was Music Director of Grace Brethern Church and Grace Christian School. He performs at many Alaskan venues and has been a member of the band." St. John's In". His repetoire includes many types of piano music from gospel to jazz, including many of orginal tunes and compoistions.
Many know Dan as the nice man who tunes their piano. Indeed, Dan is one of Alaska's most well thought of technical wizards. He currently does all of the piano tuning for the Alaska Center for Performing Arts and has traveled all over the state, to all points between Seattle to Bethel and Fairbanks. Schools, churches and even hotels contact Dan when they would like to have a great sounding piano.
Crazy Crow is proud to present in concert.. Dan the Piano Man!!
Oct. 1, at 7:00 P.M.
Patric D'Eimon has traveled to Seldovia to play music for many years. In the past, he has entertained as a one-man band, a rock and roll and easy listening artist. Recently Patric's own beautiful songs and compositions have become his passion. He is the owner and operator of A Street Recording Studios, is active in the Anchorage Folk and Popular Music world and is a champion of live music for all of us.
For those who relish the flavor of Ireland and Scotland in music, this
musical evening was a rare treat.
Terry McCoy, vocalist and mistress of whistles flutes and the bodran and guitar master and vocalist, Dave Millen, transformed the Rowing Club into ancient Ireland and Scotland for an evening of pure delight. Terry's absolutely beautiful soprano voice enchanted and captivated us, and her spirited renditions of many familiar Irish tunes were sung in the Irish tongue. Dave Millen's humor and skill of accompaniment made the evening seem an evening of play for all. As far as we were concerned the enchantment is permanent.
In February of 1992 while working as a radio traffic reporter, Paul Gerardi was flying in a small aircraft that was hit by another small plane. As he watched the other plane approach, there was a timeless space where he thought his physical life was to end. Even though there was a mid-air collision and both planes landed safely, he was forever changed. Following the crash he began to sing and write songs that bring joy to his life and the lives of others. A sunny evening allowed for an outdoor set of uplifting songs that were occasionally interrupted by the calling of eagles and the summer sounds of the Seldovia Slough. True beauty abounded!! Paul and his family now live in Florida, but travel to many interesting places to practice their arts of guitar, crafts and Reiki.
The premier performance of Crazy Crow Productions featured pianist Radoslav Lorkovic. Most Seldovians know Rad as a dynamite boogie woogie pianist and accordion player, and a fun fellow to have in the community from time to time. In fact Rad has been playing in Seldovia since 1999 and was Seldovia Arts Council's first piano performance. Nonetheless, many did not fully realize his skill as a classical pianist. Both of his Croatian Grandmothers were concert pianists and even though Rad took a tour of rock and roll, slide piano and spicy Cajun tunes before returning to his classical roots, he easily gave an inspired and elegant performance of the beautiful and mysterious classics. The evening was graced by pieces from Mozart and Bach as well as many of Radoslav's own new compositions and pieces by Dave Brubeck and Professor Longhair. Long time friends from Seldovia loved the change of pace. Thanks for being the first, Rad~~~
If you are interested in performing for Crazy Crow Concerts you can apply to Susan Mumma by telephone or by email. You will need to provide a CD or references. In exchange for your performance (of about one hour ) you will receive airfare from Homer and a wonderful place to stay while you are here. A fee will be charged for the event in order to cover flight expenses.
Mail information to: Susan Mumma, Box 41, Seldovia, Alaska 99663
or call 907-234-7614
or email crazycrow@seldoviarowingclub.net
Two or three times each month Crazy Crow Productions will present
intimate concerts featuring acoustic musicians. The cozy setting with a
beautiful view will spotlight new and emerging artists as well as those
familiar to the concert scene. A tasty choice of fanciful dessert and a
hot or cold beverage will be included in the event's cost.
