"they'll hit the right notes"
- concert co-founder Wayne Benedict
OTTAWA, Aug. 27, 2012 /CNW/ - The hottest nostalgia concert in decades is set to play in the Ottawa area's most storied venues this fall. And although not yet available, requests for tickets are close to surpassing room capacity!
"This is the most anticipated concert of its type in decades," says concert co-founder, Wayne Benedict. "I can't tell you the calls we've had from folks looking for more info and tickets." Billed as the "Capital Rock 'n Roll Reunion", seven local acts covering the late 1950s through 1970s will play the (retro) "Chaudière" 'Rose Room' of the Château Cartier Hotel on Aylmer Road, Sunday, October 21st.
According to Bill Davis, the concert's other co-founder, arranging musicians from some of the great local groups of the past has been a challenge. "Many of them have other responsibilities and commitments. Health issues also play a role in a group or artist's availability."
Throughout the mid to late 1960s, Ottawa had more regularly performing groups and artists releasing studio records per capita than any other place in Canada. "We wanted to bring some of those wonderful memories back again," adds Benedict. "When we did a call for talent, it was a on a first come, first served basis. Some groups didn't confirm in time or weren't able to commit for any number of reasons. But we have a fabulous line-up - they'll hit the right notes!"
Featured artists include: Huey Scott and his All Star Band; Lemon Creek Bridge & The Untamed; Heaven's Radio; Jan Purcell & Pine Road; Frank Morrison of the Townsmen with special guests; The Darnels; and Octavian.
Tickets for Capital Rock 'n Roll Reunion are priced at $35.00 plus applicable surcharges and go on sale Tuesday, September 4th. They will be available at all three area CD Warehouse locations and online at www.chaudreunion.com. Net proceeds from Capital Rock 'n Rock & Roll Reunion will go to the Max Keeping Foundation.
SOURCE: Capital Rock 'n Roll Reunion
Wayne Benedict, Co-founder,
Capital Rock 'n Roll Reunion
Email: [email protected]
Cell: 613-720-3066
Jennifer Benedict, Business Manager,
Capital Rock 'n Roll Reunion
Email: [email protected]
Cell: 613-297-3846
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