Marsh Valley Performing Arts Past EventsVoodoo Orchestra |
Taking its cues from bands like the Brian Setzer Orchestra, the Atomic Fireballs, and Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, the Voodoo Orchestra revisits the high energy jump swing of the ‘30s and ‘40s. With Rat Pack swagger, this dynamic entertainment conspiracy features 20 top notch musicians who faithfully celebrate the music and style of one of America’s golden ages of music. In addition to recent performances in LA, the band headlined Salt Lake City's Official First Night Celebration - EVE 2010, performing for thousands. They have shared the bill with acts as varied as the Robert Cray Band and the Neon Trees. The band was recognized in 2010 by DownBeat Magazine with the award for "Outstanding Rock/Blues Performance". Voodoo Orchestra website |
Cold Creek Bluegrass |
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Christmas Chaos |
“CHRISTMAS CHAOS” is the latest creation of the professional entertainment group, “PSYCHOMOM”. The founders of “PSYCHOMOM”, Tiki, Keith and Sloan Sperl, originally were called “Happy Havoc”, and have many, many years of performing experience, including extensive touring, showcasing and recording, as well as video and CD directing and producing. “CHRISTMAS CHAOS” is a one-of-a-kind comedy production that is sure to make you laugh out loud! Utilizing local, as well as professional talent, this show will please young and old alike, and will be talked about long after the curtains close! Don’t miss this hilarious event!! |
The Perfect Gentlemen |
Acapella Music at it's best! Their "Salute to the 20th Century" has been twice awarded "Best Arrangement" at the Harmony Sweepstakes National A Cappella Competition. The Perfect Gentlemen have been entertaining audiences since 1998, from Los Angeles to London, and just about every place in between. Their unique brand of harmony and humor sets them apart from other vocal groups. While keeping the tradition of vaudeville alive, these four gentlemen have put together a carefully designed repertoire of music, unsurpassed in its ability to entertain all ages, all while educating those who witness their live performances with music covering 100 years of musical styles. Their "Salute to the 20th Century" has been twice awarded "Best Arrangement" at the Harmony Sweepstakes National A Cappella Competition. |
The Bottom Line Duo |
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The International Tenors |
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BYU Theatre Ballet "Fairytales & Fantasy" |
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The Lowe Family from Branson |
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The Bar J Wranglers |
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BYU International Folk Dancers |
 With a beautiful array of ethnic
costumes, the International Fold Dance Ensemble presents a concert program of
dances from more than a dozen nations, including Ukraine, Russia, Korea, Poland,
Mexico, and the United States. Since 1964, the ensemble has represented the
United States and American culture at fold dance festivals throughout the world,
including the festival held in conjunction with the 1988 Seoul Olympics and the
festivals in Haifa, Israel; Confolens, France; and Billingham, England. In
addition, the group regularly presents its international repertoire throughout
the United States and Canada. Regardless of focus—international or American—the
BYU Folk Dance Ensemble is acclaimed by thousands for their skillful dancing and
energy. |
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“Celtic Night” with the Inishfre Irish Dancers |
 Enjoy an evening of Celtic Music
and dance with the Inishfre Irish Dancers and 5 talented musicians who play
traditional music along with a number of their own compositions. They entertain
with a wide array of instruments including fiddle, guitar, mandolin, banjo,
concertina, flute, piccolo, vocals and the bodhran (Irish drum). Sure to be a
great show! |
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“Imagine” – Remembering the Fab Four |
 Welcome to the Beatles Tribute!
From their convincing Liverpudlian accents and Beatles wit to their pointed
boots and totally fab gear, what you'll experience during their show is pure
magic. It's like seeing the Beatles in concert for the first time! The four lads
joined in 1993 and have now performed more than 850 shows across the United
States and abroad. (850th was recently in Tremonton, Utah!) Over the years the
group has had the privilege of sharing the stage with such notable acts as the
Beach Boys, Jay Leno, Chicago, Temptations, Badfinger, America, Glen Campbell,
the Mandrells, the Shirelles, and the Buckinghams. Among their many highlights
would include performing at the Nokia Sugarbowl in New Orleans for a national TV
audience, being the first act to ever perform at the 20,000 seat USANA
amphitheater in Salt Lake City, Utah and their 21 shows at the Shanghai Music
Festival in May 2005. See Our Poster |
Norman Foote |
 Norman
Foote, born Norman Mervyn
Barrington-Foote, claims
his name forced him to
develop a sense of humour
at an early age. At age 11,
Norman's parents gave him
his first guitar, a finely
crafted instrument from the
Sears Catalogue.
Drawing from his own experiences, Norman creates songs and stories that delight the ears and eyes. He weaves imaginative word play and gentle wit with great melodies and clever production. Norman has created his own style in the world of entertainment and continues to leave footprints wherever he travels. He has had the undeniable pleasure of performing with symphonies, festivals and in concert halls throughout North America including the Oklahoma City Philharmonic, Nashville Symphony Orchestra, Vancouver Symphony, London Symphony, Montreal Comedy Festival "Just For Laughs", Galway Festival- Ireland, and literally countless others. Currently Norman is a member of the Roots & Shoots Program & Stopabuse.com. |
Taylor Vaifanua |
 "With
a love for singing ever
since she could talk, it is
no wonder that at age 15,
Taylor Vaifanua communicates
a song with a warmth and
depth well beyond her years.Her love for music and performing was nurtured while living in Western Samoa for 5 years. During this time, Taylor learned to appreciate the Polynesian lifestyle and found that she had a certain affinity for the music. She performed often with her older sister and cousins, singing and dancing both Island and pop music. Taylor has now released her debut album, produced by Felicia Wolfe. Her credits include work with Amy Grant, Jaci Valasquez, Natalie Grant, Keith Thomas, Alan Jackson, The Taliesin Orchestra, just to name a few. Taylor hopes to reach teens through her musical talents, and hopes that she can be a positive role model for all those she comes in contact with. With all the distractions in the world today, Taylor feels that she can help teens realize what it takes to pursue their dreams, and in doing so, make a difference!" |
Side Street Strutters Jazz Band |
 This
is no ordinary Dixieland
band. The Strutters' vast
repertoire encompasses over
half a century of jazz
styles from the early New
Orleans Dixieland and Blues
sounds of Louis Armstrong,
Jelly Roll Morton, and Fats
Waller, the timeless
classics of Porter,
Carmichael, and Gershwin,
and the exciting swing
sounds from the libraries of
Benny Goodman, Duke
Ellington, Count Basie, and
others. The ensemble's
entertaining show style
presentation also includes
colorful costumes, a stage
set, tap dancing, vocal
selections, novelty numbers,
and the use of rare and
unusual musical instruments.
The Side Street Strutters have now performed over 500 concerts and school outreach programs in 49 states and 9 countries. With their growing popularity and mounting accomplishments, one thing is certain: They love this music! |
Rachel Price |
 What's a 20-year-old from Nashville, Tennessee doing singing jazz? It's a good question, but one that Rachael Price finds easy to answer. “I appreciate all kinds of music, but jazz hit an inner chord with me at the age of five. I heard Ella Fitzgerald's rendition of The Lady is a Tramp. I didn't understand the lyrics, but I liked the feeling it gave me.”
Rachel's voice is rich and accomplished and it goes without saying, Rachael has more to give.
“Jazz is sincere. It is real. You can convey—tell a story with your voice.” And, Rachael Price is already telling her story. |
BYU Young Ambassadors |
 Since
entering the world stage at
Japan's Expo '70, the Young
Ambassadors have performed
their vibrant blend of song
and dance in 56 nations of
the world. Their
audiences have included the
prime minister of India, the
queen of Thailand, and the
king and queen of Jordan.
The Young Ambassadors combine contemporary music and dance for a fast-paced showcase of American musical theatre. Chosen through an extensive selection process, these talented performers offer a fresh view of America's culture and ways of life. |
Megaworks - Andy Gross |
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The Alley Cats |
 THE ALLEY CATS are a perfect blend of musical talent and comic timing. Their interaction with audiences combined with their spontaneous humor makes each show refreshing and exciting. Royce, Juan, Mando, and Sean never miss a beat as they bring their own contemporary style to the great songs of the 50s and 60s. Together, their freshness and talent make them truly the Cat's meow! Tight harmonies, universal humor, and unbelievable a cappella energy have made THE ALLEY CATS "America's Premier Doo-Wop Group |
Pro-Art Wind Quintet "Peter & the Wolf" & "Americana" |
 They will be performing
Peter & the Wolf and
Americana, two different
shows in one night.
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Some
folks call it a western music show; some call it
a stand-up comedy show with masterful cowboy
music; others call it the best musical
experience in the west. Call it what you want to
-- the fact remains; The Bar J Wranglers from
Jackson Hole, Wyoming, deliver some of the
purest harmony, best musicianship and funniest
ranch humor ever seen on stage. As soon as the
Bar J Wranglers take to the stage, listeners
leave behind their busy life and settle into a
time long ago -- a time of the singing cowboy.
We are excited to welcome the Wranglers to our
stage!
Jon Schmidt |
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Jon's credits include six albums, five wildly popular volumes of his original piano scores, performances and radio play all over the country, several top 40 songs and over one million plays at mp3.com, a Pearl Award, as well as television appearances. He performed for us last year and we are excited to welcome him back again.
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BYU-Idaho Dance Alliance |
 You might remember this group
from our 2006-07 season. Dance Alliance is a distinctive dance company
representing BYU-Idaho. This company will be made up of 36 dancers dedicated to
sharing their technical strengths and taking the opportunity to experience
and/or learn other genres of dance. Dancers who are invited to participate in
Dance have every opportunity to work with several different choreographers from
various professional backgrounds. They will perform a great variety of dance
styles and a wonderful family program. |
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Jordan Bluth with Dale Belnap, accompanist |
 If you like Josh Groban – you
will be amazed with the talents of Jordan Bluth. He is a classically trained
vocalist with a Bachelors Degree in Vocal Performance from Indiana University's
prestigious Jacobs School of Music. Professionally he has performed with
Glimmerglass Opera in Cooperstown, NY, Utah Festival Opera Company in Logan, UT,
North Shore Musical Theatre in Beverly, MA, as a featured soloist with both the
Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra in upstate New York and the Tempe Symphonic Wind
Ensemble in Arizona. In 2007 and 2008, he toured the southwest as a featured
soloist in Michael McLean's The Forgotten Carols. He also played Frankie in the
Arizona Hale Centre Theater's six week, record-breaking run of Forever Plaid..
In addition to live performance, Jordan is a recording artist, having released a
self-titled, debut CD. The CD received three 2007 Pearl Award Nominations from
the Faith Centered Music Association including Best New Recording Artist. Jordan
grew up in Gilbert, Arizona and comes from a family of seven children. We are
excited that he will be using our own Dale Belnap as his accompanist. |
Christmas with Dale Belnap and friends |
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Dale has been doing shows throughout the area, his talent is in high demand. We are excited to have him present a Christmas show for us. He will bring his own guest performers, it will be a wonderful Christmas present!