LAFTA 2011-12 Main Stage Concert Season
LAFTA's Main Stage Concerts for 2011-2012 will be held in several different venues. Please note the venue cited in each concert description.
Saturday, May 19 - Prairie Dog Social
7th Street Loft, 7:30 PM
Presenting new CDs by Prairie Dog artists and a new book, What the Hoops Junkie Saw, by Prairie Dog Czar, Dr. John Walker, the social will again feature Doctor Walker's Hot Flash ("Makes You Feel Like a Real Woman") gumbo, blackberry cobbler, cornbread, and other favorites. Dinner at 6 pm while it lasts, followed by the show at 7:30. Tickets
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Friday, September 23 - Winfield Winners
7th Street Loft, 7:30 PM
The Walnut Valley Festival, held each September in Winfield, Kansas, is famous for its national picking and fiddling contests, drawing contestants from around the world. LAFTA kicks off its 30th Anniversary Season with four Winfield veterans who have collectively notched 19 first-, second-, and third-place contest finishes. Bruce Graybill will bring his mandolin from Kansas City to join Lincoln's own Jason and John Shaw (on guitar and fiddle) and Steve Hanson (on guitar, mandolin, and banjo) for one magical night of world-class music that definitely should not be missed!
Friday, October 14 - Eliza Gilkyson
Johnny Carson Theater at the Lied Center
University of Nebraska Lincoln, 7:30 PM
With a musical career spanning more than 40 years, Eliza Gilkyson captures in her songs a comprehensive cross-section of the human experience from longing to personal loss to political commentary. She has collaborated with folk luminaries including John Gorka and Lucy Kaplansky and has toured with Richard Thompson, Mary Chapin Carpenter, and Patty Griffin. Eliza’s songs have received numerous awards, and she is an inductee of the Austin, Texas, Music Hall of Fame.
Eliza appeared at the Lied Center’s Johnny Carson Theater as part of this season’s partnership between LAFTA and the Lied Center for Performing Arts.
Friday, November 18 - The Greencards
7th Street Loft, 7:30 PM
The Greencards’ sound, which balances taste and technique, engaging lyrics and melodies, and wildly creative arrangements, defies category. Time Magazine says that on the group’s latest release, The Brick Album, “mandolins, fiddles, and acoustic guitars create laid-back tunes that land in a sweet spot halfway between Americana and traditional bluegrass.” You won’t want to miss these infectious rhythms. <
Saturday, December 17 - Monroe Crossing
7th Street Loft, 7:30 PM
This five-piece band that wowed a LAFTA crowd in 2008 is coming back for a special holiday show. Monroe Crossing dazzles audiences with an electrifying blend of classic bluegrass, bluegrass gospel, and heartfelt originals. The group’s airtight harmonies, razor sharp arrangements, and on-stage rapport make it an audience favorite across the United States and Canada.
Friday, January 20 - The Toasted Ponies
Farewell to Erin Show
7th Street Loft, 7:30 PM
Lincoln's homegrown masters of bluegrass music are gathering to
bid farewell to longtime band member Erin McGovern. Please join
us for a night of acoustic music and original songs in celebration
of Erin's contributions to the Lincoln music scene. Special low ticket
pricing for this show: $10 adult, $1 child under 12.
Saturday, February 11 - Neal & Leandra
Johnny Carson Theater at the Lied Center
University of Nebraska Lincoln, 7:30 PM
This remarkable singing/songwriting couple has a large following in Lincoln that appreciates smoothly blended voices, sparkling humor, and songs that are layered with textures of everyday life and love. The duo connects with people’s own experiences in a way that keeps audiences coming back for more and bringing friends. This show is sure to delight your valentine!
Saturday, February 18 - Cherish the Ladies
30th Anniversary Show at Lied Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 PM
Special ticket pricing!
Taking their name from a traditional Irish jig, Cherish the Ladies established themselves as the first all-female traditional Celtic music and dance ensemble. Over 25 years and 12 albums they have become the most successful and sought-after Irish-American group in Celtic music. With their unique and spectacular blend of virtuosi instrumental talents, beautiful vocals, captivating arrangements, and stunning step dancing, this powerhouse group combines all the facets of Irish traditional culture and puts it forth in an immensely humorous and entertaining package. For its 30th anniversary celebration, LAFTA is sponsoring this concert at the Lied Center for Performing Arts. LAFTA members can purchase deeply discounted tickets through LAFTA. Order early for best selection!
Saturday, March 24 - Joe Crookston
7th Street Loft, 7:30 PM
LAFTA is bringing Joe back to Lincoln after his headlining appearance at the 2010 Plainsong Folk Festival. His music draws from his urban adventures and his rural Ohio roots, exuding a remarkable, timeless quality. Haven't seen him perform? Come to the show, and you’ll be glad you did.
Saturday, April 21 - Garnet Rogers
7th Street Loft, 7:30 PM
An optimist at heart, Garnet sings extraordinary songs about people who are not obvious heroes and the small victories of the every day. His last show set an unofficial LAFTA record for most guitars played by a solo performer. If you appreciate profound songs, gorgeous guitars, deep baritones, and all things Canadian, this show’s for you.
================ Previous Seasons ================
2010-11
September 2010 - Bluegrass Crusade
October 2010 - Tommy Sands
November 2010 - Marley's Ghost
January 2011 - Jalan Crossland
February 2011 - New Riverside Ramblers
March 2011 - Jeff Black
April 2011 - Catie Curtis
2009-10
September 2009 - Prairie Dog Social
October 2009 - Matt & Shannon Heaton
December 2009 - The Bobs
January 2010 - Lonesome Traveler
February 2010 - Driftwood Fire
March 2010 - Paddywhack with Dan Newton
April 2010 - Chris Smither
2008-09
September 2008 - Café Accordion Orchestra
October 2008 - Darden Smith
November 2008 - Monroe Crossing Band
January 2009 - Garnet Rogers
February 2009 - Neal and Leandra
March 2009 - Jalan Crossland Band
April 2009 - The Shaw Brothers with Steve Hanson
2007-08
September 2007 - Kusi Taki
October 2007 - Mike & Amy Finders
November 2007 - Marley's Ghost
December 2008 - Laurie McClain
January 2008 - Jeff Black Band
February 2008 - Jackie Tice
March 2008 - Diana Jones
March 2008 - Prairie Dog CD Release Party
April 2008 - Robin & Linda Williams
2006-07
September 2006 - Stacey Earle & Mark Stuart
October 2006 - Tracy Grammer
November 2006 - Bill Staines
January 2007 - Greg Brown
February 2007 - The Stringtown Castenets
March 2007 - Bluegrass Crusade
April 2007 - John McCutcheon
2005-06 (flyer)
September 2005 - Eliza Gilkyson
October 2005 - Bluegrass Patriots
November 2005 - The Waybacks
January 2006 - Jeff Black
February 2006 - Neal and Leandra
March 2006 - Paddywhack Reunion
April 2006 - Cliff Eberhardt
May 2006 - The Shaw Brothers
2004-05 (flyer)
September 2004 - Vance Gilbert
October 2004 - Richard Thompson
November 2004 - Catie Curtis
January 2005 - Greg Brown
February 2005 - Café Accordion Orchestra
March 2005 - Laurie Lewis and Tom Rozum
April 2005 - Tom Russell with Andrew Hardin
May 2005 - Tennessee HeartStrings Band
2003-04 (flyer)
September 2003 - Doc Watson (Collaboration with the Lied Center)
October 2003 - Laura Love Duo
November 2003 - Joel Mabus
January 2004 - Neal and Leandra
February 2004 - GrooveLily
March 2004 - Robin and Linda Williams and Their Fine Group
April 2004 - Cheryl Wheeler
May 2004 - Dave Moore
2002-03
September 2002 - Cosy Sheridan
October 2002 - John Hammond
November 2002 - Laura Love Duo
January 2003 - Ray Bonneville
February 2003 - Bluegrass Crusade
March 2003 - Cliff Eberhardt
April 2003 - Garnet Rogers
May 2003 - Kate Campbell
2001-02
September 2001 - John Prine and Iris DeMent (Collaboration with the Lied Center)
October 2001 - Colcannon
November 2001 - Dana Robinson
January 2002 - Neal and Leandra
February 2002 - Songwriter's Sweatshop
February 2002 - Children's Concert
March 2002 - Daddy Squeeze and the Doctor
April 2002 - Robin and Linda Williams
May 2002 - Buffalo Gals
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