Previous Events
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April 12
7:30 p.m. Zach Ellsworth
Not too many artists have taken sensible
soft rock stylings, Bic lighting power anthems, 3-part gospel
harmonies and riff-driven guitar rock and thrown them all
together on the same record (sometimes even in the same song).
And yet throughout the plethora of musical platforms, the
message remains clear: We are all sinners in need of a Savior
and God has given us just that in His Son Jesus Christ.
www.myspace.com/zachellsworth |
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March 8
8 p.m. Andrew Cornelius
Diversity and
depth are evident in the music of up and coming artist Andrew
Cornelius. He has been performing solo during the past four
years and that experience has led to what is now an
exceptionally strong live performance. You'll not only hear
songs on acoustic guitar but many featuring original backing
tracks and several others on piano. And to top it all off,
Andrew will be sharing songs from his new full length album
which will be available for purchase the night of the concert.
www.purevolume.com/andrewcornelius |
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February 9
7:30 p.m. Breletto
Breletto is the
most recent female duo to hit the music scene this year. Their
blend of country and folk is capturing audiences of all ages.
Raised in Bucks County, PA, Brenda Greene and Jennifer Leto have
been performing as solo artists from an early age. Brenda
pursued a career in country music in Nashville, while Jennifer
sang with a local band. Brenda and Jennifer reached a crossroads
in their lives, especially with their music. They met by mere
coincidence at a party. After sharing their passion for music
and their deep-rooted faith, they decided to team up as Breletto.
Their lyrics are
profoundly honest, and their melodies are memorable. Breletto is
the latest new group to be heard in the world of independent
songwriting and they are making their mark in the local music
scene, as well as in the hearts of their fans. They are
currently working on their first album, which is a tribute to
their musical journey as two hearts, but one voice.
www.myspace.com/breletto |
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January 12, 2008 emcee: Liz Collins
8 p.m. Dave Pettigrew
"I know there’s something
just beyond the headlights, somebody I'm supposed to be." These
words were the impetus for the debut album from Dave Pettigrew.
Sitting in his home studio one night praying these words, he
began writing what would become "I Will Follow”. What does the
title mean? The question has been asked by so many. The answer
lies deep in Dave’s heart. God doesn't call us to be
businessmen, electricians, bus drivers, musicians or any other
occupation. He calls us to be disciples. He calls us to know
Him, serve Him & witness to others about Him. Of course we need
to have an occupation to support ourselves and the needs of
everyday life, but we're really meant to walk another road.
We're meant to be followers of God and that is the "somebody"
God wants us to be.
www.indieheaven.com/artists/davepettigrew |
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Events '07
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December 8
7:30 p.m. Broken Bread
Sometime in all our lives we have a moment that defines us, some
know when that happens and some don't. For me life was bitter
sweet for about38 years, then for many reasons I made a plea to
God, "If your there I need to find You". What happened after
that has turned routine into adventure, frustration into
excitement and heartache into healing. God revealed Himself to
me through His Son Jesus Christ, and since then I place my hope
in Him. The Broken Bread ministry team is an extension of our
Love for God, and our obedience to the call to share the Gospel
for which our hope is founded on.
www.myspace.com/ffeola |
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8 p.m. Eddy Mann
Eddy's been leading worship at Gloria Dei Church in
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania since 2000. He's also made guest
appearances at various churches in Pennsylvania, Delaware,
Florida, Maryland, Virginia, New Jersey and New York.
It's Eddy's desire to inspire! To lift those filled with the
spirit to new heights in their personal relationship with their
God, and to reach those who have yet to be touched by His peace
and understanding.
www.eddymann.com |
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November 10
7:30 p.m.
Liz Collins / Heaven Bound
2005 marked the
recording of Heaven Bound’s 1st full-length CD titled "Guiding
Path of Light". And now in 2007, Heaven Bound will be
re-entering the studio once again to record their 2nd CD, titled
"The Glorified Body". "Bound for Heaven, living for that
Glorified Body" is their anticipation while still living on this
earth, featuring Liz Collins on acoustic guitar and vocals, Pete
Boglino on drums and Alan Atchison on bass guitar.
Pete and Liz
help lead a praise and worship team at Hatboro Community
Methodist Church on 730 Preston Lane in Hatboro. With
Christ as their guiding light and rock, only God knows where
this band might go, making a little noise and spreading the
message of Jesus Christ thru song and praises. Amen!!
www.heavenboundmusiconline.com
myspace.com/heavenboundmusiconlineband
8 p.m. Naima Johnston
Bridging the gap
between Contemporary Christian Music and Urban Gospel, Naima is
a singer, songwriter, educator and author whose thought
provoking ministry explores life's hopes, promises, joy, doubts
and disappointments while giving glory and honor to the never
failing love of the Savoir.
www.brokenboxministries.com |
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October 13
8 p.m. Anthony Rodriguez
God has called
Anthony to compose music for his glory, saving souls for the
kingdom of heaven through music. A pianist that has been around
in the Christian scene and now has stepped out to start the
Ministry.Along with his wife giving him the support and also
being involved in the Ministry Anthony takes off with the band
to go to places where there are open doors to show the people
that God is true.
www.poetology.net |
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September 22
Youth Coffee house
8 p.m. Just Passing Thru
The buzz on these
boys from New Jersey is they're the real thing. The Just Passing Thru
lineup may be one of the best kept secrets in the NY Metro music scene.
Start with a drummer who was banging on anything in sight before his
parents got wise and gave him a drum set to pound out rock of all forms.
Then lock that to an impeccable bass line that was immersed in love for
all music from birth. Add a few layers of melodic, intelligent, metal
guitar stylings. Finally, top it off with the contagious energy of a
passionate, soulful front man that just overflows with passion (every
band needs one of these!). Oh, and don't forget to add good measures of
both subtle lyrics and intoxicating hooks. Fans enjoy songs with flavors
ranging anywhere from alt-rock to metal dipped in pop and sprinkled with
funk and rap.
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September 8
8 p.m. Jennifer Shaw
Jennifer has been performing for most
of her life, but never expected to be doing what she's doing
now. Born in Columbus, OH, she knew from a very early age that
she wanted to be a musician. "I remember being three and being
very frustrated that I couldn't get what I was hearing in my
head to come out right on the piano," she says. "I always knew I
would be a musician."
www.jennifershawmusic.com
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May 12, 2007
DAN HARNEY
Id like
to think that Ive grown as an artist over the years, but you all would be better
judges of that. I love writing songs and I love sharing them with friends old and
new.
Ive been blessed with some
remarkably gifted friends that have helped me turn my songs into music. One of which is
Matthew Ludwikowski, who produced my latest recording, Breathing October, a
collection of songs about the struggle for faith in my life. There are times when God
shows Himself so unmistakably that we have no choice but to fall to our knees and worship,
and there are times when He feels so far away, we have no option but to cry out in need.
Ive also had the privilege and honor of performing with some truly talented,
independent artists like
Justin Mc Roberts
and
Andrew Peterson, whose music has deeply
influenced me as both songwriter and believer.
I dont know if you would call what
I do ministry, but there have been times that I believe God has used it for
his glory. I dont have all the answers and I dont believe that God saved us so
that we could have all the answers. Rich Mullins once said that God did not give us the
scriptures so that we could be right and prove everyone else wrong. He gave us scripture
to prove that He is right and we are all just guessing. That is probably the best
explanation that I have heard thus far.
www.danharneymusic.com
Jessica Pearson
Jessica
Pearson is a 17 year old singer/guitarist/songwriter from Doylestown PA. She plays
folk/rock music with just a little bit of a country sound. She is a junior at
Central
Bucks
East
High
School. Jessica began playing guitar at 14
years old. She started writing her own music right away and has always loved performing
for people. She's played during 1st Friday in Doylestown a few times as well as a few
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April 14, 2007
Chip Mergott
Chip Mergott is a Christian singer-songwriter and producer.
Bonnie Raitt has described him as "one of my favorite
songwriters" but in recent years he's become more well known for
his instrumental CDs "Hymns for Acoustic Guitar," and "Silent
Night." John Weingart, the legendary folk deejay whose show
"Music You Can't Hear On The Radio" has been featured on
Princeton's WPRB fm for over thirty years says "...lovely,
intricate, low-key guitar arrangements of eleven hymns...This
album would be a welcome gift for fans of great guitar playing
and fans of God alike."
www.folkfaith.com/ChipMergott.html
Melisa Prestianni
I'm a contemporary Christian artist. My album is called
"Overwhelmed With Love".
God
truly led me with this album and every note, every chord and
every word was inspired by Him. Each song is an individual
testimony and it's my prayer that you share this collection of
music with those in need of comfort, healing and peace. This
album was created for that very purpose, that God through me can
bring forth His unconditional and perfect love to you and those
you love. Please join me in this ministry of music to share the
overwhelming love of our Lord Jesus Christ."
www.melisaprestianni.com
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March
24, 2007
Just Passing Thru
The buzz on these boys from New Jersey is
they're the real thing. The Just Passing Thru lineup may be one
of the best kept secrets in the NY Metro music scene. Start with a
drummer who was banging on anything in sight before his parents got wise
and gave him a drum set to pound out rock of all forms. Then lock that
to an impeccable bass line that was immersed in love for all music from
birth. Add a few layers of melodic, intelligent, metal guitar stylings.
Finally, top it off with the contagious energy of a passionate, soulful
frontman that just overflows with passion (every band needs one of
these!). Oh, and don't forget to add good measures of both subtle lyrics
and intoxicating hooks. Fans enjoy songs with flavors ranging anywhere
from alt-rock to metal dipped in pop and sprinkled with funk and rap.
Common Ground
Common Ground formed their sound with classic rock acts liked Lynyrd
Skynyrd, Eric Clapton and Led Zeppelin, Deep Purple & The Allman
Brothers. Common Ground is made up of guitarist Greg
Scheckler; vocalist and rhythm guitarist Aaron Payer; guitarist Josh
Payer; bassist Conor Wright; and drummer Bridger Simons.
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March 10, 2007
Mended Vessels
Mended Vessels a Contemporary Christian group that desires to have the
music they sing real and relevant to everyday life. The hope is
that their songs will communicate to others that God is real and that we
can know Him in a personal way.
Their
original songs, an eclectic blend of music styles ranging from ballads
and praise and worship, to rock and jazz, with textures reminiscent of
Nora Jones, Third Day and Watermark, reach out and connect with people
at different places in life and flow from the heart giving you the
feeling that you are being invited into a cozy living room to curl up on
a comfy sofa or dance around and tap your feet with a close friend and
hear their heart.
Bryan He
took piano and saxophone as a young child and had an interest in the
drums, however his parents were not wanting to endure the loud banging.
It was not until after graduating from Valley Forge Christian College in
Phoenixville, PA, that Bryan picked up the guitar. It was love at first
strum.
Valerie started piano lessons at age 8, violin at age 10, and discovered
her love for songwriting in high school. Valerie continued her passion
for music at West Chester University in West Chester, PA., receiving her
degree in Music Education.
Bryan & Valerie met in Claymont, DE in 1998, where they were involved with
a church plant as well as a Christian music group. During this time,
Bryan was an associate pastor and received training in sound
reinforcement. Valerie was an administrative assistant and also traveled
with the music group.
In 2001, the music group disbanded and Bryan and Valerie were married.
Marriage brought some time to step away and enjoy life. It also brought
time to defrag their brains and work through some of the not so great
times. It was a checking the foundation, faith sharpening, do we really
trust you God, time.
www.mendedvessels.net
Craig Allen
Craig Allen loves that raw sound with one guitar, a bass, and drums. He
hopes to record a solo album of all original songs.
www.crossspot.net/craigallen |
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February 10, 2007
Andrew Cornelius
Diversity and
depth are evident in the music of up and coming artist Andrew Cornelius.
For Andrew, understanding one's audience is key in communicating a
worthwhile message and leading others into a more meaningful encounter
with God. Andrew's been performing solo during the past three years and
that has led to what is now an exceptionally strong live performance.
You'll witness a young man rooted in faith yet who is willing to ask
questions, willing to challenge the church to be all that God calls her
to be. While some artists do everything they can to make a buck, Andrew
has uploaded many original songs on his pure volume website available
for free download.
www.purevolume.com/andrewcornelius
Lance & Jean
Jean and Lance met via a bulletin
board ad in the spring of 2006. When they got together to see if
their individual styles would meld, it was apparent that these two
musicians were destined to join their talents together. The two
now sing and play a variety of original and cover songs spanning several
generations. They share a love for all types of music - Christian,
blues, rock, and 1970’s love songs and ballads.
Jean has been playing guitar and
writing songs since she was a teenager. She has led worship at local
church functions and small group settings. She values the gift of
music and has seen God minister through it.
Lance has been playing guitar off
and on for the last 30 or so years. For most of that time, his
playing style was heavily influenced by such guitar greats as Mark
Knopfler, George Harrison, and Craig Chauciso, to name a few. In
the mid-late nineties, he played in a local coffee house band called
Shaker and the Boys with his old time friend and former brother-in-law,
Rick Smith. More recently, he had been very involved with leading
the worship music at Rolling Hills United Methodist Church, and has
played for worship at other local churches on a few occasions. His
style and desire is always to serve the Lord in music, and in
ministering to those in need, however the occasion may arise.
With Jean’s spiritual and eloquent
songwriting ability, and Lance’s knowledge of music theory and skilled
guitar playing, the duo seeks to entertain and to tell of God’s amazing
love and grace.
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Tina Margot
"Tina Margot has been
writing, recording and performing in bucks county for the past three
years. her music has strong blues and folk influences...sprinkled with a
lot of heart and soul. Her Christian music has a strong , yet
simple message. Her music has grown immensely in the past few years and
she is eager to share it. She makes weekly appearances at the local
open mic venues in the area. She is a regular performer at the
Doylestown First Friday and the New Hope Second Saturday events. She has
performed regularly at the Stockton Inn in Stockton, NJ. She just
finished recording a television broadcast for "the Phil Stahl show",
with a radio broadcast to be recorded later this month. She is currently
in the audition process for a Christian based record company. They
contacted her and she is hoping God's will is for her music ministry to
become a reality. She is presently involved with the Mt. Carmel "State
Street Players" production, where she is doing choreography, singing and
dancing. Finally, her latest venture is training for a marathon and
raising money for "the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society". She is organizing
two benefit concerts to raise money for the cause. Tina welcomes this
opportunity to share God's Love with Daniel's Den. Please visit her
website for more information on all upcoming events. "
www.tinamargotmusic.com
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January 13, 2007
RidgeLight
is comprised of Jim Lauchmen, Bruce Penney, Bob Podraza, Mike
Gruver and Matt Gruver. All are members of St. Matthew's Lutheran
Church (Keller's Church) Perkasie, PA. All are accomplished
musicians and for years commented on how they should "get together" to
"play" music. They have formed an exciting new band covering a
wide range of musical styles from Classic Rock to Contemporary Christian
to Blues-inspired tunes as well as original material. Together
they “shine their lights” to glorify God through music.
Tom Brennan
Tom Brennan has a music and humor ministry called Amusing Grace (also
known by other neat names such as Parodies, Puns, and Prayers) that is
unique, evangelistic, and God-centered, in a Christ-focused way. He does
Christian impersonation-based humor songs range from highly energized to
worshipful, and include songs that span the interests of listeners of
all ages. It's all biblically-based, clean, evangelistic and
God-focused. While many songs are humorous and/or lively and all are
infused with scriptural meat, some songs are powerful and worshipful,
and when done in sequence really bring in the presence of the Lord.
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Events '06
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December 9
Dave Pettigrew
"I know theres
something just beyond the headlights, somebody I'm supposed to be." These words were
the impetus for the debut album from Dave Pettigrew. Sitting in his home studio one
night praying these words, he began writing what would become "I Will Follow. What
does the title mean? The question has been asked by so many. The answer lies deep in
Daves heart. God doesn't call us to be businessmen, electricians, bus drivers,
musicians or any other occupation. He calls us to be disciples. He calls us to know
Him, serve Him & witness to others about Him. Of course we need to have an
occupation to support ourselves and the needs of everyday life, but we're really meant to
walk another road. We're meant to be followers of God and that is the "somebody"
God wants us to be.
www.indieheaven.com/artists/davepettigrew |
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November 25 - Youth Night
Common Ground
Comprised of five
Palisades Middle School students formed their sound with
classic rock acts liked Lynyrd Skynyrd, Eric Clapton and Led
Zeppelin, Deep Purple & The Allman Brothers. Common Ground
is made up of guitarist Greg Scheckler; vocalist and rhythm
guitarist Aaron Payer; guitarist Josh Payer; bassist Conor
Wright; and drummer Bridger Simons.
Jacob
Jacob
is a 5th grader at Groveland Elementary School. He has been
taking piano lessons since just before he turned 6. He has
performed in several recitals and last year was chosen s the
4th grade piano soloist for the Spring Festival at
Groveland.
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November 11
Heather Keller
For the last ten years Heather has led
worship in the local church both in San Antonio Texas (2 years) and Washington Crossing
Church for 8 years. At her current church she leads worship for Oxygen (youth
ministry) and Element (20 somethings ministry). As a singer and song writer Heather's
passion is to chase after the heart of God and bring others along for the ride.
Heather lives with her husband Eric and their two sons Isaac (3) and Abraham (1) in
Buckingham Pa. Heather is working on a CD project to be released in the fall of 2006.
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October 14
Dan Smith & Lauren Brown
Providence. For some it is chance or merely an accident, and for others
providence is destiny. According to Singer/Songwriter/Producer, Dan Smith, and
Vocalist/Lyricist, Lauren Brown, providence is divine.Based out of Philadelphia, PA, Dan
& Lauren is a music ministry dedicated to sharing the gospel message of Jesus Christ
to believers and non-believers through the language of music, creating relationships with
their audience, and committing themselves to social justice.
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Sept 9
Mike Wells & Band
Getting to know Jesus is a life long process that we never
fully master until He calls us home. But there are things that help us along and Mike
Wells' CD, "Majestic," is one such guide. His music is some of the most anointed
and prolific have ever heard in life. He sings of angels and of the power of an awesome
majestic Go listen with your heart and allow the spirit of the Living God to take you
places. Mike is very busy ministering throughout the tri-state area while leading worship
and outreach at his local shore town church.
mike-wells.com |
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