Trinity UMC presents a new summer music series...
Trinity United Methodist Church is proud to present a new summer music series showcasing local talent. “A Little Summer Music and a little lunch, too!” is designed to bring together Memphis music lovers who could use a relaxing break in an otherwise stressful weekday. One day every other week from July 10 through August 20, we will offer a little music to uplift the soul, beginning at 12:05 p.m., and a box lunch from 12:35–1 p.m. to help get you through the rest of the day.
A Free Summer Music Series
Lunch, only $7
The lunchtime music series will be held at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1538 Galloway on the corner of Evergreen and Galloway in Midtown Memphis. Most of the concerts will be in the sanctuary followed by lunch in the Fellowship Hall. The concerts are free, and the lunch is only $7 per person. If you plan to stay for lunch, please call the Trinity office a few days ahead to help us plan enough meals for everyone. The office number is (901) 274-6895.
The 2009 Schedule for “A Little Summer Music and a little lunch, too!”
Friday, July 10
Chris Machen - singer/songwriter
During more than 20 years in the field of Contemporary Christian Music, Machen has had influence as a singer, songwriter, publisher, dramatic actor, studio musician, voice over artist, choir clinician and worship leader. He has recorded for Word Records, Urgent Records, Discovery House Music and The Master's Music Company and has appeared with such artists as Wayne Watson, Steven Curtis Chapman, Scott Wesley Brown, Larnelle Harris, The Imperials, Damaris Carbaugh and Luke Garrett. His songs have been played on Christian radio across the nation. Machen has written more than 500 songs including titles recorded by artists like The Gatlin Brothers, The Imperials, Luke Garrett, The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir, Steve and Annie Chapman, Steve Amerson and The Talleys.
Thursday, July 23
Johnny B & the Goods
This newly formed four-piece combo is anything but new. From their collective age of 200+ years to their musical tastes, it's safe to say these guys have been around. John Brindley, aka "Johnny B," plays bass guitar and is from Indianola MS, home of BB King. The "Goods" are: Chicagoan Tom Sporer on guitar and keyboards; Memphians Marc Taylor on guitar and keyboards; and Mike Young on drums. JB, Tom and Marc also sing. Individually their voices are unique and expressive; together their harmonies blend smoothly and sweetly. "Johnny B and the Goods" specialize in private parties including benefits and wedding receptions. This concert will take place in Trinity’s Fellowship Hall with lunch to follow in the same area.
Thursday, August 6
Melodie Moore - harpist
Despite her young age of 15, this accomplished harpist has played for such celebrities as Oprah Winfrey, former First Lady Barbara Bush, actress Naomi Judd, the Canadian Consul General and the Queen Noor of Jordan. In 2007, Moore was the 4th place winner in the American Harp Society’s 16th National Competition at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. She also was chosen as one of the 2008 Outstanding Young Women of Memphis by Memphis Woman magazine.
Thursday, August 20
André Duvall - pianist
In 2008, Duvall won the Memphis Beethoven Club piano competition and was a winner of the University of Memphis Soloist Competition for 2008-2009. As a four-time winner of the annual President’s Concert Competition at Henderson State University in Arkadelphia, Ark., Duvall performed as soloist with members of the Arkansas Symphony. Currently, a University of Memphis graduate student studying piano performance, Duvall is also a piano instructor and an active church organist and freelance accompanist in Little Rock and Memphis.
