Archive for November, 2008
Vilar Performing Arts Center in Beaver Creek presents: Sam Bush
Posted by: | CommentsSam Bush, The King of Newgrass performs at the Vilar Performing Arts Center in Beaver Creek, Colorado on January 15, 2009
Though he admits a certain discomfort with the moniker “King of Newgrass,” Sam Bush has more than earned it. He was cofounder and leader of the seminal progressive bluegrass band New Grass Revival in the 1970s and ‘80s. Bush may not be the only person responsible for newgrass – the wild bluegrass stepchild that features rock ‘n roll grooves and extended virtuosic jams – but since New Grass Revival’s dissolution in 1989, Bush has certainly been one of its most brilliant lights.
Besides helming the ever-popular Sam Bush Band, the mandolin prodigy from Kentucky has been a prodigious influence on musicians young and old. Bands like Nickel Creek, Yonder Mountain String Band and String Cheese Incident are indebted to Bush’s example.
When not heading his own band, Bush has spent the past 15 years as a super-sideman, performing alongside Emmylou Harris, Lyle Lovett and the Flecktones; spearheading collaborations with Edgar Meyer, Mark O’Connor and David Grisman; and driving nearly every “bluegrass supergroup” imaginable with his inimitable mandolin playing.
His latest record, Laps in Seven, is evidence that he’s still vital on the acoustic music scene.
An Acoustic Evening with Lyle Lovett January 14, 2009
Sponsored by The Osprey at Beaver Creek, A RockResort
“The Jazzy, honky-tonk songs of singer-songwriter Lyle Lovett have been widening the reach of country music for over 20 years.” - Wall Street Journal
Lyle Lovett is one of the all-time great American singer/songwriters. His voice is unique, but his antecedents are recognizable. In his work two roads come together; ¬the trail blazed by the great Texas storytellers of whom Townes Van Zandt and Guy Clark are the best known; and the crooked highway navigated by sophisticated, clever musicians such as Randy Newman and Tom Waits. Lovett’s first gift was to combine these two potent strands of musical DNA into a new genome and generate the brilliant and double-sided “If I Had A Boat,” “God Will,” “If I Were the Man You Wanted,” “Family Reserve” and “Her First Mistake.” He is also capable of both flat-out humor (“That’s Right (You’re Not From Texas”), “Here I am,” ”Church”) and poignant heartbreakers that don’t descend into sentimentality (“She’s Already Made Up Her Mind,” “Nobody Knows Me,” “The Road To Ensenada”).
Lovett’s literary talent has made him part of the tradition of American ironists. This is probably the aspect of Lovett that interested director Robert Altman, who cast him in four films (“The Player,” “Short Cuts,” “Pret-a-Porter,” “Cookie’s Fortune”) and had him score a fifth (“Dr. T and the Women”).
Lovett has been alternating tours with his own band and with songwriter circles, when he performs with John Hiatt, and fellow Texans Guy Clark and Joe Ely. For this special engagement at the Vilar Performing Arts Center, Lovett presents an intimate, acoustic format.
Vail Valley News is brought to you by the Vail Valley’s complete Vacation Planning Resource, Funafar.com. and What To Do Vail, Magazine. For Detailed Information on the Vilar Performing Arts Center and every type of activity in the Vail Valley, please visit our online activities web site.
Kids’ Miniature Golf in the Vail Valley
Posted by: | CommentsKids’ Miniature Golf Vail Valley
Miniature golf is always a family favorite. With Beaver Creek Mountain as a backdrop, enjoy the traditional fun of these whacky putting greens. This is a perfect family atmosphere close to the center of activities and the fun in Beaver Creek.
Family Fun - These activities are targeted for entire families – for kids of all ages and young children. They may be specifically geared to children under 14. For more information about Kids’ Miniature Golf, go to vail.funafar.com and click on Family Fun.
Check out Funafar’s new activity planner for detailed information about every category of recreational activity for your winter or summer vacation. For Activities, Shopping, Dining and Nightlife, Spa & Fitness, Art & Entertainment, special offers, coupons and discounts go to the Funafar’s blog at www.blog.vail.funafar.com Web site. Find detailed information on all high country vacation activities for the Family. To learn more about funafar.com visit our informative blog. The Vail Valley offers endless opportunities to enjoy your vacation.
Ski Cooper is a Family-Friendly Ski Resort in Leadville, Colorado
Posted by: | CommentsDOWNHILL SKIING & SNOWBOARDING FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY AT SKI COOPER SKI RESORT IN LEADVILLE COLORADO
Ski Cooper Leadville 800-707-6114 www.skicooper.com
Ski Cooper, located atop Tennessee Pass approximately 27 miles south of Vail on U.S. Highway 24, is Eagle County’s oldest and Colorado’s fifth oldest ski area. Building on its unusually rich history and prime location, Ski Cooper has in recent years earned recognition as one of the nation’s most successful and innovative smaller ski areas. Ski Cooper is Colorado’s Premier Family Ski Area!! It provides families (both Skiers and Snowboarders) with a quality experience with wide-open slopes, virtually no lift lines, an award-winning ski school, and all-natural snow, Ski Cooper is an excellent location for all families or folks who just want to experience Colorado skiing as it should be. Take a day and avoid the crowds and enjoy the essence of skiing at Ski Cooper.
Libraries in the Vail Valley
Posted by: | CommentsVail Valley Libraries
Libraries are exciting for kids and adults. They can comb the shelves for the perfect book, while you check out magazines or movies. Art shows, storytelling, songs and finger plays are regular occurrences that amuse children at story hours. See local newspaper listings for times.
Family Fun - These activities are targeted for entire families – for kids of all ages and young children. They may be specifically geared to children under 14. For more information about Libraries, go to vail.funafar.com and click on Family Fun.
Check out Funafar’s new activity planner for detailed information about every category of recreational activity for your winter or summer vacation. For Activities, Shopping, Dining and Nightlife, Spa & Fitness, Art & Entertainment, special offers, coupons and discounts go to the Funafar’s blog at www.blog.vail.funafar.com Web site. Find detailed information on all high country vacation activities for the Family. To learn more about funafar.com visit our informative blog. The Vail Valley offers endless opportunities to enjoy your vacation.
Nova Guides Offers Dogsledding in Vail, Colorado
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Nova Guides For the Excitement of a Lifetime, Call the Best! (719) 486-2656 www.novaguides.com |
Step back in time as you experience historic Camp Hale, former home to the 10th Mountain Division, by dogsled. Travel silently through scenic Pando Valley and experience the adventure of an ancient form of arctic transportation. Whether you accept the challenge of driving your own team or choose to relax and enjoy the scenery from the passenger seat, dogsledding is truly a unique adventure that you will never forget. Meet your team of affectionate and well-trained Huskies and be instructed in the art of mushing. You will bond with these amazing animals, doing what they love most as you experience the awesome winter landscape of Camp Hale.
Vail Valley Service Providers listings are brought to you by the Vail Valley’s complete Vacation Planning Resource, Funafar.com. and What To Do Vail, Magazine. For Detailed Information on Nova Guides and every type of activity in the Vail Valley, please visit our online activities web site.
Vilar Performing Arts Center in Beaver Creek presents: The Wailers
Posted by: | CommentsThe Wailers Perform Exodus January 11, 2009
Graciously underwritten by The Sherrill Family Foundation
Exodus: “The best music album of the 20th century” - Time Magazine
Reggae legends The Wailers, originally made famous as the support band for Bob Marley, bring their time-honored sound to the stage in Beaver Creek for an encore performance. The Exodus Tour features hits from the 1977 album of the same name.
The Exodus Tour pays homage to one of the most respected and enduring records of the 20th century. Exodus was released on June 3, 1977 by Bob Marley & The Wailers and is widely considered one of the best Marley recordings of all time. The audience will hear hits including “Exodus,” “Jammin,” “Three Little Birds,” “One Love/People Get Ready” and “Turn Your Light Down Low.”
Together with Bob Marley, The Wailers have sold in excess of 250 million albums. The Wailers have performed with international acts including Sting, the Fugees, Stevie Wonder and Carlos Santana, as well as reggae legends Peter Tosh, Jimmy Cliff and Burning Spear. As the greatest living exponents of Jamaica’s reggae tradition, they have played to an estimated 24 million people. They have been the first reggae band to tour new territories, including Africa and the Far East.
The Wailers return to the Vail Valley for their third performance in as many years, after selling out the VPAC in 2008 and performing for a standing-room only Hot Summer Nights crowd at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater in 2007.
Vail Valley News is brought to you by the Vail Valley’s complete Vacation Planning Resource, Funafar.com. and What To Do Vail, Magazine. For Detailed Information on the Vilar Performing Arts Center and every type of activity in the Vail Valley, please visit our online activities web site.
Kids’ Stores & Toy Stores Vail Valley
Posted by: | CommentsVail Valley Kids’ Stores & Toy Stores
Forget something to keep those kids warm and occupied? Visit the clothing, equipment, and toy stores throughout the valley that cater especially to children and the activities that please them. The tools of their trade can be found at kids’ ski and snowboard shops and summer equipment stores as well. Find the latest in kids’ clothing and toys for the tots and bigger kids.
Check out Funafar’s new activity planner for detailed information about every category of recreational activity for your winter or summer vacation. For Activities, Shopping, Dining and Nightlife, Spa & Fitness, Art & Entertainment, special offers, coupons and discounts go to the Funafar’s blog at www.blog.vail.funafar.com Web site. Find detailed information on all high country vacation activities for the Family. To learn more about funafar.com visit our informative blog. The Vail Valley offers endless opportunities to enjoy your vacation.
Dogsled through Scenic Vail, Colorado with Mountain Musher Dogsledding
Posted by: | CommentsMountain Musher Dogsledding
Wolcott 970-653-7877 www.mountainmusher.com
Vail’s original dogsled company. We are the Mountain Musher, seen by millions worldwide on the Today Show, Colorado Getaways, and The Weather Channel. We are the only dogsled company that runs within the Vail Valley, just 10 miles from Beaver Creek. The trail is on a private ranch free from snowmobiles where you will travel through glades of aspen, enjoy great views of the valley, pet all the dogs and have homemade pumpkin bread and hot cocoa. Family owned and operated. To us it’s all about the dogs.
Vail Valley Service Providers listings are brought to you by the Vail Valley’s complete Vacation Planning Resource, Funafar.com. and What To Do Vail, Magazine. For Detailed Information on Mountain Musher Dogsledding and every type of activity in the Vail Valley, please visit our online activities web site.
Vilar Performing Arts Center in Beaver Creek presents: Three Dog Night
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Three Dog Night performs at the Vilar Performing Arts Center in Beaver Creek, Colorado on January 2, 2009
Graciously underwritten by Carolyn & Rollie McGinnis,
Lynn & Brian Ranelle and Anonymous
Now in their fourth decade as a legendary rock band, Three Dog Night has proven that their timeless anthems resound with audiences today as strongly as in the 1970s.
From 1969 – 1974, no other group achieved more Top 10 hits, moved more records or sold more concert tickets than Three Dog Night. The same hits still wind through the fabric of pop culture today. Songs like “Mama Told Me (Not To Come),” “Joy to the World,” “Shambala,” “One” and “Black and White” serve to heighten our emotions and crystallize Three Dog Night’s continuing popularity.
After nearly 40 years on the road, Three Dog Night continues to grow its fan base and develop new ways of doing business. Since 1986, they have performed over 2,000 shows including two Super Bowls. Three Dog Night will record and release a new studio album this year.
