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America's Anniversary Weekend
Entertainment Lineup - Anniversary Park
(Subject to Change)
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(Ticket mailings begin in mid-April)
There are five satellite stages located at Anniversary Park, Historic Jamestowne and Jamestown Settlement. The Heritage Stage, The Godspeed Stage, The Democracy Stage, Exploration Stage and The Commonwealth Stage will present talented performers from all across Virginia and America ranging from orchestras and choirs to cultural dancers.
Friday, May 11, 2007
Printable Schedule
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Performance Highlights:
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| The Virginia Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of JoAnn Falletta, and Richmond Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Mark Russell Smith, play separately and then combine – for the first time ever – to premier new works by John Corigliano, John Duffy, Adolphus Hailstork and Jennifer Higdon written especially for the commemoration. |
| 9:00 |
OPEN TO PUBLIC |
Festival, Exhibits, Stages |
| 9:30 |
Bob Zentz |
A singer of Songs, Old & New, about people, places and times gone by a player on an interesting collection of the usual, and unusual 'unplugged' Folk Instruments. (Strolling performer - Performing throughout the day) Heritage Stage |
| 9:30 |
Jackson State Innovation Ensemble |
The 16 member Jackson State Innovation Ensemble from Jackson, TN performs a variety of music from patriotic and doo-wop to traditional choral and vocal jazz. Exploration Stage |
| 10:00 |
Nashoba Valley Chorale |
2006 marked the 30th anniversary of the 25-member choir from Groton, MA they celebrated in grand style in May of that year with a performance of Brahm's German Requiem and Beethoven's Choral Fantasy. Democracy Stage |
| 10:00 |
Stephen Christoff |
Playing instruments and sounds such as his hand flute and the bowed musical saw. |
| 10:10 |
Wilmington Children’s Chorus |
2006-2007 appearances for the 25 member Wilmington Children's Chorus from Wilmington, DE have included a concert hosted by the Embassy of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela in Washington, DC; as well as performances along side professional ensembles such as the Delaware Symphony Orchestra and the Delaware Valley Chorale. Their program includes the music of Henry Purcell and John Rutter, with some traditional spirituals and Latin folk songs. Exploration Stage |
| 10:30 |
Fourum |
Men’s four-part harmony quartet from Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire England performs ballad, spirituals, scared music and classic tunes. (Performing throughout the day) Heritage Stage |
| 10:45 |
Central Islip High School Choir |
This unique Sweet Adeline Chorus from Central Islip, NY has received rave reviews at Suffolk County Music Educator’s Association’s Jazz Day, where they've performed the last two years. Their program will include the music of Harold Arlen, James Keyes and Kirby Shaw among others. Democracy Stage |
| 10:50 |
East Baton Rouge Parish Children’s Choir |
The 48 member East Baton Rouge Parish Children’s Chorus from Baton Rouge. Their program includes the music of Mozart as well spirituals, Cajun music, and traditional American music. Exploration Stage |
| 11:15 |
Anniversary Voices |
A live contemporary musical and dance production featuring a combination of up-beat original songs, traditional medley and a medley of contemporary hits. Heritage Stage |
| 11:30 |
Croft Middle School Orchestra |
The 62-member Orchestra from Nashville, TN. Their program includes the music of Wagner, Sibelius, Mozart and Larry Clark. Democracy Stage |
| 11:30 |
Washington Township High School Choir |
The 75-member Washington Township High School Festival Chorus from Sewell, NJ. Their program consists of American music and folk songs. Exploration Stage |
| 12:00 |
Dead Men’s Hollow |
A regional band from Clifton, VA performs 17th & 18th century broadsheet ballads and fiddle tunes from the British Isles to the American Appalachian and Piedmont areas. Selections include old-time, bluegrass, southern gospel & country blues music with close-harmony vocals backed by acoustic stringed instruments. Heritage Stage |
| 12:15 |
Utah Festival Opera Youth Orchestra |
A 55 piece Youth Orchestra from Logan, UT Their program selections include music of Copland, Holst and Percy Grainger. Democracy Stage |
| 12:15 |
Penncrest High School Combined Choirs |
A 63-member Penncrest High School Choir from Media, PA. Their varied program includes the music of Bach, American music, and non-Western music. Exploration Stage |
| 1:00 |
Fourum |
Men’s four-part harmony quartet from Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire England performs ballad, spirituals, scared music and classic tunes. (Performing throughout the day) Heritage Stage |
| 1:00 |
Visions of Democracy |
A commemorative production that traces the roots of American Democracy and the development of democratic ideals as viewed by three Presidents representing three different centuries of Americans: Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln and Franklin Delano Roosevelt. This program offers a primer on American democracy and a call to action for the 21st century citizen. Democracy Stage |
| 1:00 |
Tualatin High School Concert Choir |
A 95-member Tualatin High School Concert Choir and Chamber Singers from Tualatin, OR. They perform a wide range of music including sacred, secular, and modern repertoire. Exploration Stage |
| 1:30 |
Anniversary Voices |
A live contemporary musical and dance production featuring a combination of up-beat original songs, traditional medley and a medley of contemporary hits. Heritage Stage |
| 1:45 |
Washington Township High School Orch. |
An 85- member Orchestra from Sewell, NJ. Their program will feature the music of Nelhybel, Copland, Grofe and Williams. Democracy Stage |
| 1:45 |
Newton South Chorale |
A 47-member Newton South Chorale from Newton Centre, MA. Their program includes spirituals and the music of familiar composers such as Duke Ellington and Paul Simon. Exploration Stage |
| 2:15 |
Suwabi African Ballet |
An African heritage performing group from Williamsburg, VA shares the experiences of Africans in the Americas, the Diaspora and Africa, through classical African dance and music. Audience participation. Heritage Stage |
| 2:25 |
Ba-Baaah & the Windigo |
A childrens production that takes a magical look at how those first settlers from England might have felt as they approached a new world and how those who were already here might have felt about the arriving strangers. Exploration Stage |
| 2:30 |
Florida Youth Orchestra |
A 31-member Orchestra from Hollywood, FL. Their concert program includes the music of Copland, Sibelius and Shostakovich. Democracy Stage |
| 3:10 |
Bob Zentz |
A singer of Songs, Old & New, about people, places and times gone by a player on an interesting collection of the usual, and unusual 'unplugged' Folk Instruments. (Strolling performer - Performing throughout the day) Heritage Stage |
| 3:10 |
Selinsgrove Area High School Honors Choir |
A 41-member Selinsgrove Area High School Honors Choir from Selinsgrove, PA. Their program includes traditional folk songs as well as the music of composers Kinley Lange and Matthew Harris. Exploration Stage |
| 3:15 |
Visions of Democracy |
A commemorative production that traces the roots of American Democracy and the development of democratic ideals as viewed by three Presidents representing three different centuries of Americans: Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln and Franklin Delano Roosevelt. This program offers a primer on American democracy and a call to action for the 21st century citizen. Democracy Stage |
| 3:30 |
Anniversary Voices |
A live contemporary musical and dance production featuring a combination of up-beat original songs, traditional medley and a medley of contemporary hits. Heritage Stage |
| 3:50 |
Lawrence Academy of Music Girls Choir |
A 31-member girls choir program from Appleton, WI. Their concert program includes varied American music from Jazz to Hawaiian. Exploration Stage |
| 4:00 |
Three Rivers Young Peoples Orchestra |
A 36-member orchestra from Pittsburgh, PA. Their program includes the music of Mendelssohn, Bizet, and Gould. Democracy Stage |
| 4:15 |
Aki |
Aki means Earth in Ojibway. This contemporary urban band from Fairfax VA performs indigenous music with an acoustic/folk/rock/blues band. They also perform popular tunes with a Native twist. Heritage Stage |
| 4:30 |
Ba-Baaah & the Windigo |
A childrens production that takes a magical look at how those first settlers from England might have felt as they approached a new world and how those who were already here might have felt about the arriving strangers. Exploration Stage |
| 4:45 |
Liberty High School Orchestra |
An 84-member Liberty High School Orchestra form Liberty, MO. Their program includes the music of Grainger, Claude T. Smith, and a new commission by James Mobberley. Democracy Stage |
| 5:15 |
Shane Cooley & The Aviators |
Shane Cooley form Lancaster, VA has been performing for six years as a singer and songwriter. Their music appeals to all ages as an energetic trio as well as a quieter acoustic rock sound. Heritage Stage |
| 5:15 |
William the Conjuror |
Penn Russell from Williamsburg presents a 16th & 17th century illusion and manipulation show featuring magic and costuming authentic to the time period. Exploration Stage |
| 5:30 |
Visions of Democracy |
A commemorative production that traces the roots of American Democracy and the development of democratic ideals as viewed by three Presidents representing three different centuries of Americans: Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln and Franklin Delano Roosevelt. This program offers a primer on American democracy and a call to action for the 21st century citizen. Democracy Stage |
| 6:00 |
Anniversary Voices |
A live contemporary musical and dance production featuring a combination of up-beat original songs, traditional medley and a medley of contemporary hits. Heritage Stage |
| 6:00 |
Ba-Baaah & the Windigo |
A childrens production that takes a magical look at how those first settlers from England might have felt as they approached a new world and how those who were already here might have felt about the arriving strangers. Exploration Stage |
| 6:10 |
Robert E. Lee High School Orchestra |
A 71-member orchestra from Robert E. High School Midland, TX. Their varied concert program will include music from Bach to Grainger and familiar western tunes. Democracy Stage |
| 7:00 |
WELCOME AMERICA - II |
Virginia’s Governor- Tim Kaine, guests and dignitaries join thousands of people at Festival Field. A grand procession, Flags Coming Home representing all 50 states, will lead off the event. America’s Heritage Flag will be revealed in all its glory. The event will also include a first-ever combined performance of the Virginia and Richmond Symphony Orchestras. The orchestras will play symphonic classics as well as newly commissioned works from four notable composers. A Fanfare of Fireworks will be a spectacular finale as we close the first official day of America’s 400th Anniversary Weekend. Festival Stage |
| 7:30 |
Act I - VSO & RSO |
Act I - Virginia Symphony and Richmond Symphony Orchestras. Festival Stage |
| 8:30 |
Act II - VSO & RSO |
Virginia Symphony and Richmond Symphony Orchestras Conducted by JoAnn Falletta. Festival Stage |
| 9:00 |
Dillon Junior Fiddlers |
This 26 member group from southwestern Montana grew from four little kids playing fiddle music in a basement in to a touring group that traveled to Japan in 1991, representing the United States at the International Youth Music Festival in Kumamoto Prefecture. Exploration Stage |
| 9:15 |
Shane Cooley & The Aviators |
Shane Cooley form Lancaster, VA has been performing for six years as a singer and songwriter. Their music appeals to all ages as an energetic trio as well as a quieter acoustic rock sound. Heritage Stage |
| 10:30 |
CLOSED TO PUBLIC |
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Saturday, May 12
Printable Schedule
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| Three-time Grammy winner Bruce Hornsby & The NoiseMakers leads an evening of rock, R&B and progressive bluegrass. Bruce will be joined by legendary funk and R&B artist Chaka Khan, as well as progressive bluegrass master Ricky Skaggs and his band Kentucky Thunder. Their performances caps “400 Minutes of Music,” an afternoon-long program featuring contemporary rock infused with native American musical traditions from Brule’, a mix of folk, world, blues and soul music from South African artist Vusi Mahlasela, folk roots music from Michael Seeger, poetic urban folk from Jen Chapin, and alternative country from Scott Miller & The Commonwealth. |
| 9:00 |
OPEN TO PUBLIC |
Festival, Exhibits, Stages |
| 9:00 |
Legacy of Weyanoke |
An a cappella vocal ensemble from Charles City, VA specializing in the songs and stories of the African Diaspora. Legacy of Weyanoke takes their audiences on a journey that pays tribute to the African ancestors, when they established in 1619. Heritage Stage |
| 9:15 |
Mountain Fifes & Drums |
Mountain Fifes & Drums was formed in the Southern California mountain community of Lake Arrowhead in 2001. They have grown to become the biggest and best youth fife & drum corps west of the Mississippi. Democracy Village |
| 9:30 |
Fourum |
Men’s four-part harmony quartet from Lincolnshire England performs ballad, spirituals, scared music and classic tunes. Exploration Stage |
| 9:45 |
Michas Polish Folk Dance Ensemble |
Founded in 1979, this high-energy heritage dance group from Virginia Beach demonstrates authentic dances from five major regions of Poland: Krakowiak, Lublin, Podhale, Beskid, Laszuby, Rzeszow as well as national dances. Heritage Stage |
| 10:00 |
Stephen Christoff |
Musician Stephen captivates the audience with instruments and sounds that they have never heard or seen before such as his hand flute and the bowed musical saw. Democracy Village |
| 10:15 |
West Potomac Colonial Singers |
This 16-member public light school choral group from Alexandria, VA performs colonial period hymns and patriotic tunes as well as 1770's English country-dances. Exploration Stage |
| 10:30 |
Mountain Fifes & Drums |
Mountain Fifes & Drums was formed in the Southern California mountain community of Lake Arrowhead in 2001. They have grown to become the biggest and best youth fife & drum corps west of the Mississippi. Democracy Village |
| 10:45 |
Highlands Ballet Company |
A teen ballet troupe from Abingdon, VA performs a variety of dances in a variety of styles from spirituals to a Pas de Deux. Heritage Stage |
| 10:50 |
Jamestown High School Wind Ensemble |
The 56-member wind ensemble from James City County and the City of Williamsburg. Democracy Stage |
| 11:00 |
Jamestown Elementary School Chorus |
The 51-member Jamestown Elementary Chorus from Arlington, VA will sing patriotic and some of the best loved American folk songs from America’s musical past. Exploration Stage |
| 11:30 |
Anniversary Voices |
A live contemporary musical and dance production featuring a combination of up-beat original songs, traditional medley and a medley of contemporary hits. Heritage Stage |
| 11:50 |
Colonial Forge Wind Ensemble |
The 65-member wind ensemble from Stafford, VA is a Virginia Honor Band and has been a VMEA Blue Ribbon School for four straight years. Democracy Stage |
| 12:00 |
Verizon Presents James Earl Jones Reads |
Verizon Brand Ambassador and accomplished stage and screen actor James Earl Jones reads stories to children. Jones is often cited as the first celebrity guest on the Sesame Street series and participated in the earliest shows in 1969. Jones has won two Tony Awards, two Emmys, nominated for an Academy Award and acted in numerous productions over his 40 year career. Exploration Stage |
| 12:00 |
AMERICA'S ANNIVERSARY CONCERT |
Festival Stage |
| 12:00 |
Mike Seeger |
American folk musician and folklorist, Mike was a founding member of New Lost City Ramblers in late 1950s which influenced Bob Dylan. He has produced 25 field recordings and videos, organized many tours and concerts and recorded 40 albums- both solo and with others. Mike has received six Grammy nominations, most recently Retrograss, collaboration with David Grisman and John Hartford. Festival Stage |
| 12:10 |
Richmond Indigenous Gourd Orchestra |
A band from Richmond, VA who grows gourds, make instruments from them and create their own unique music. Tables will be set displaying dozens gourds, with instruction on how to grow them and how to make instruments etc. Heritage Stage |
| 12:50 |
Ban Caribe |
Specializing in Afro-Cuban, Latin, Caribbean and Soulful R&B, Ban Caribe from Richmond, VA performs all original compositions and arrangements that are spiritually inspired by rhythmic beats and chants of African music. Heritage Stage |
| 1:00 |
Visions of Democracy |
A commemorative production that traces the roots of American Democracy and the development of democratic ideals as viewed by three Presidents representing three different centuries of Americans: Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln and Franklin Delano Roosevelt. This program offers a primer on American democracy and a call to action for the 21st century citizen. Democracy Stage |
| 1:00 |
Jen Chapin Band |
Jen Chapin is a New York-based singer-songwriter. Her 2004 Hybrid Recordings release, Linger, has earned the highest praise from sources as diverse as National Public Radio's All Things Considered, People, The Today Show, and Entertainment Weekly. Festival Stage |
| 1:20 |
Savannah Country Day School |
A 43 member Savannah County Day School Con Brio Singers from Savannah, GA. Their concert program includes sacred, classical and 20th century choral music. Exploration Stage |
| 1:30 |
Anniversary Voices |
A live contemporary musical and dance production featuring a combination of up-beat original songs, traditional medley and a medley of contemporary hits. Heritage Stage |
| 1:45 |
Roanoke Valley Community Band |
A 51-member community band from Roanoke. Started in 1888, it is one of the oldest bands in the Roanoke Valley and surrounding communities. Democracy Stage |
| 2:00 |
Ba-Baaah & the Windigo |
A childrens production that takes a magical look at how those first settlers from England might have felt as they approached a new world and how those who were already here might have felt about the arriving strangers. Exploration Stage |
| 2:00 |
Scott Miller & The Commonwealth |
Scott Miller formed a duo while at William & Mary performing covers of his heroes and slipping in a handful of originals. A debut for Sugar Hill Records soon followed, an album driven by two main themes: dealing with where you come from and, even more importantly, who you come from. Those songs quickly resonated with fans and critics alike, landing him on many top-ten lists including The New York Times and Billboard. Festival Stage |
| 2:10 |
Richmond Indigenous Gourd Orchestra |
A band from Richmond, VA who grows gourds, make instruments from them and create their own unique music. Tables will be set displaying dozens gourds, with instruction on how to grow them and how to make instruments etc. Heritage Stage |
| 2:40 |
Flute Frenzy |
A 16 member youth flute choir from Williamsburg, VA performs original works, classical music and folk and popular tunes. Democracy Stage |
| 2:40 |
Enloe High School Choir |
A 45-member Enloe High School Choral Department from Durham, NC. Their program will include classical and modern choral literature. Exploration Stage |
| 2:50 |
Ban Caribe |
Specializing in Afro-Cuban, Latin, Caribbean and Soulful R&B, Ban Caribe from Richmond, VA performs all original compositions and arrangements that are spiritually inspired by rhythmic beats and chants of African music. Heritage Stage |
| 3:00 |
Brulé & AIRO |
Brule is a top-selling contemporary Native American band, having sold 1 million CDs. Lead performers Paul LaRoche on keyboard and flutist daughter Nicole and son Shane on guitar are based in Brule South Dakota. Traditional drum/percussion Moses Brings Plenty is from Pine Ridge, SD. This group won the 2006 Best Group Compilation CD of the Year at the Native American Music Awards. Festival Stage |
| 3:00 |
Suwabi Duo |
This duo from Williamsburg shares West Africa dance, drum and stories. (Also Performing throughout the Village from 3:00-6:30PM) Heritage Village |
| 3:15 |
Visions of Democracy |
A commemorative production that traces the roots of American Democracy and the development of democratic ideals as viewed by three Presidents representing three different centuries of Americans: Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln and Franklin Delano Roosevelt. This program offers a primer on American democracy and a call to action for the 21st century citizen. Democracy Stage |
| 3:20 |
Hawaii Youth Opera Chorus |
Hawaii’s premier youth chorus, the 40-member Hawaii’s Opera Youth Chorus from Honolulu is the oldest and largest youth chorus in Hawaii’s. Their program includes standard choral literature as well as traditional Hawaiian music. Exploration Stage |
| 3:30 |
Anniversary Voices |
A live contemporary musical and dance production featuring a combination of up-beat original songs, traditional medley and a medley of contemporary hits. Heritage Stage |
| 4:00 |
Ba-Baaah & the Windigo |
A childrens production that takes a magical look at how those first settlers from England might have felt as they approached a new world and how those who were already here might have felt about the arriving strangers. Exploration Stage |
| 4:15 |
Blaskapelle Alte Kameraden |
A 21 piece German cultural band from Fairfax, VA. Blaskapelle will perform German band music in traditional bundt hosen attire. Democracy Stage |
| 4:15 |
Robin & Linda Williams |
Robin and Linda Williams have thrilled folk, bluegrass, and country audiences throughout America for more than twenty years, from their many appearances with Garrison Keillor on "A Prairie Home Companion" to "Austin City Limits" and "The Grand Old Opry. They’ve toured with Mary Chapin Carpenter, Emmylou Harris, The Seldom Scene, and many others. Heritage Stage |
| 4:30 |
Vusi Mahlasela |
Vusi Mahlasela is a South African singer/songwriter whose music is generally described as "African folk." His work was an inspiration to many in the anti-apartheid movement. His themes include the struggle for freedom, and forgiveness and reconciliation with your enemies. He toured with Ladysmith Black Mambazo in the United Kingdom for the group's British tour. Vusi can also be heard performing with Dave Matthews Band, on the song called "Everyday.” Festival Stage |
| 4:45 |
Opera Idaho Teen Chorus |
A 17-member Opera Idaho Select Teen Chorus from Boise ID. Their program will feature modern top-level choral literature. Exploration Stage |
| 5:15 |
Visions of Democracy |
A commemorative production that traces the roots of American Democracy and the development of democratic ideals as viewed by three Presidents representing three different centuries of Americans: Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln and Franklin Delano Roosevelt. This program offers a primer on American democracy and a call to action for the 21st century citizen. Democracy Stage |
| 5:15 |
Edsall Road |
The band's music is firmly rooted in the Celtic music of Scotland and Ireland, most of it coming from 18th century sources. Instruments include vocal, flute, penny whistle, guitar, bouzouki, fiddle, and percussion diverse within the scope of traditional folk music. Heritage Stage |
| 5:25 |
Treble Singers - Fairfax Choral Society |
A 36-member youth chorus from Fairfax, VA. Their concert includes musical settings of some of the world’s finest poetry as well as the world premier of a new composition, commissioned in conjunction with their local schools. Exploration Stage |
| 6:00 |
Stonewall Brigade Band |
The nation’s oldest continuous community band to be sponsored by local government and funded by tax monies Staunton, VA. Program from this 51-member band include military marches, an overture, a concert march, a sacred selection, a Broadway show medley, and several novelties, patriotic, and popular selections, ending with a Sousa march and the National Anthem. Democracy Stage |
| 6:00 |
Ba-Baaah & the Windigo |
A childrens production that takes a magical look at how those first settlers from England might have felt as they approached a new world and how those who were already here might have felt about the arriving strangers. Exploration Stage |
| 6:30 |
Bruce Hornsby and The NoiseMakers |
Bruce Hornsby & The NoiseMakers host an evening of rock, R&B and progressive bluegrass. A three-time Grammy winner, Hornsby will be joined by some of his Grammy winning friends, including legendary funk and R&B artist Chaka Khan and progressive bluegrass master Ricky Skaggs and his band Kentucky Thunder. Festival Stage |
| 6:45 |
Richmond Men’s Chorus |
The 41-member Richmond Men’s Chorus from Richmond, VA primary goals are musical excellence for education, enjoyment, and cultural enrichment of our audiences and us. Exploration Stage |
| 7:30 |
Chaka Kahn |
Legendary Funk, Rhythm and Blues artist. Festival Stage |
| 8:00 |
Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder |
2006 marked Ricky's 35th year as a professional musician, and this eleven-time Grammy Award winner continues to do his part to lead the recent roots revival in music. Known affectionately today as bluegrass music's official ambassador, Ricky has brought the genre to greater levels of popularity in the past few years. With seven consecutive Grammy- nominated classics behind him bluegrass music is undoubtedly in good hands, with the masterful Skaggs at the helm. Festival Stage
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| 9:10 |
Anniversary Voices |
A live contemporary musical and dance production featuring a combination of up-beat original songs, traditional medley and a medley of contemporary hits. Heritage Stage |
| 10:30 |
CLOSED TO PUBLIC |
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Sunday, May 13, 2007
Printable Schedule
| Performance Highlights: |
| Anniversary Weekend concludes with the performance of a 400-Piece Orchestra and a 1,607-Voice Choir created especially for the commemoration and representing most of the United States. The individual choral and orchestra groups performing at Anniversary Park throughout the weekend join for a powerful concert worthy of America’s 400th Anniversary. Journey of Destiny, a live historical interpretative production about the early years of Jamestown, will include music, dialogue, color and movement. A fireworks finale completes the evening. A fireworks finale completes the evening. |
| 7:30 |
OPEN TO PUBLIC |
Festival, Exhibits open |
| 9:00 |
Page County Quest for the Stars |
Three finalists from Luray, VA perform their winning songs from a unique vocal talent competition similar to American Idol. Heritage Stage |
| 9:00 |
Yankee Volunteer Fifes & Drum Corps |
The Yankee Volunteer Fifes & Drums Corps from Seekonk, MA will perform its 2007 stand piece which includes 6-8 songs intertwined with historical dances by costumed ladies - the only fife & drum corp. that features dance as well as their musket-men. (Also performs in Anniversary Park at various times throughout the day) Democracy Stage |
| 9:30 |
Chamber Singers of Bruton High School |
This group includes 36 advanced singers from York County Virginia perform a concert of choral music featuring American class, composer and themes. Exploration Stage |
| 9:30 |
Eastern Virginia Brass |
A professional 5-piece brass ensemble performs a concert of American music from Leonard Bernstein to Scott Joplin. They also perform a movement for a newly commissioned work exclusively to commemorate Jamestown 1607. (A short intermission will be taken at 10:00AM) Democracy Stage |
| 9:45 |
Blue Ridge Bells (English Handbells) |
This advanced 14 member youth handbell choir from C. F. Richards Jr. Academy in Staunton, VA have enthusiastically shared their joy through ringing touring much of the East coast, Midwest, Canada, and Puerto Rico. Heritage Stage |
| 10:00 |
Stephen Christoff |
Playing instruments and sounds such as his hand flute and the bowed musical saw. Democracy Village |
| 10:15 |
William the Conjuror |
Penn Russell from Williamsburg presents a 16th & 17th century illusion and manipulation show featuring magic and costuming authentic to the time period. Exploration Stage |
| 10:30 |
Red Crooked Sky |
This dance troupe from Virginia Beach is a collaborative mix of American Indians, each dedicated to educating and promoting positive cultural awareness through traditional and contemporary dance. The troupe represents an array of tribes – Cherokee, Sioux, Meherrin, Osage, Pamunkey, Seneca, Monacan and more. Heritage Stage |
| 10:45 |
Master Chorale Eastside |
A 22-member Master Chorus Eastside from Issaquah, WA, will perform selections from American, Classical, and Folk literature. Democracy Stage |
| 11:00 |
Ba-Baaah & the Windigo |
A childrens production that takes a magical look at how those first settlers from England might have felt as they approached a new world and how those who were already here might have felt about the arriving strangers. Exploration Stage |
| 12:00 |
FOUNDATIONS OF AMERICA |
One of the highlights of the weekend will be performance by a 1,607 Voice Choir, created from young participants from all over the U.S., and an orchestra of 400, featuring musicians ranging in age from middle school students to adults. Musicians will come from orchestras nationwide and be anchored by the Virginia Symphony Orchestra. Festival Stage |
| 1:15 |
Anniversary Voices |
A live contemporary musical and dance production featuring a combination of up-beat original songs, traditional medley and a medley of contemporary hits. Heritage Stage |
| 1:15 |
Visions of Democracy |
A commemorative production that traces the roots of American Democracy and the development of democratic ideals as viewed by three Presidents representing three different centuries of Americans: Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln and Franklin Delano Roosevelt. This program offers a primer on American democracy and a call to action for the 21st century citizen. Democracy Stage |
| 1:30 |
Seattle Shores Chorus |
The 41 member Seattle Shores Chapter of Sweet Adelines is the first and oldest Sweet Adeline Chorus in the Pacific Northwest. Seattle Shores performs a wide range of songs: upbeat, ballad, popular show tunes, and old-time favorites, patriotic, modern and jazz. Exploration Stage |
| 1:30 |
A CELEBRATION OF CULTURES |
Festival Stage |
| 1:40 |
"Distant Drums" |
Featuring dancers and musicians from Virginia’s numerous Indian cultures. Festival Stage |
| 1:55 |
Haverford HS Symphony Orchestra |
A 33-member Haverford High School Symphony Orchestra from Havertown PA. Democracy Stage |
| 2:00 |
Ron Warren & Taiowe |
Centered on Native American flute, Ron Warren & Taiowe from Maryland explore the worlds of jazz, soft rock, Latin rhythm, and even some all-out rock-n-roll. Although rooted within the Native American traditions, this contemporary feel lends to a unique blend of sound never before experienced with the Native American flute. Heritage Stage |
| 2:15 |
West Allegheny High School Chorus |
A 150 -member West Allegheny Senior High School Chorus from Imperial, PA. Their program includes classical and modern choral music, accompanied by brass and organ. Exploration Stage |
| 2:35 |
"Africa Sings" |
This program features Nii Tetteytetteh & the Kusun Ensemble, an extraordinary group of dancers and musicians based in Ghana, West Africa. Rooted in traditional music, they developed a new brand of music and dance they have dubbed Nokoko which fuses bass and lead guitar, electrifying jazz and African Rhythms with Traditional Ghanaian instruments. Festival Stage |
| 2:35 |
Roosevelt Magnet School Choir |
A 30-member choir from Peoria, IL. Democracy Stage |
| 3:00 |
Ba-Baaah & the Windigo |
A childrens production that takes a magical look at how those first settlers from England might have felt as they approached a new world and how those who were already here might have felt about the arriving strangers. Exploration Stage |
| 3:00 |
Anniversary Voices |
A live contemporary musical and dance production featuring a combination of up-beat original songs, traditional medley and a medley of contemporary hits. Heritage Stage |
| 3:15 |
Visions of Democracy |
A commemorative production that traces the roots of American Democracy and the development of democratic ideals as viewed by three Presidents representing three different centuries of Americans: Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln and Franklin Delano Roosevelt. This program offers a primer on American democracy and a call to action for the 21st century citizen. Democracy Stage |
| 3:20 |
"English Tea" |
A tribute to all things English! Includes Orion Longsword Dancers from Massachusetts, a Virginia based Pipes & Drum Band, Colonial Dance Club of Richmond and the Celtic band, Edsall Road. Festival Stage |
| 3:45 |
West Warwick High School Choir |
The 42-member West Warwick High School Choral Department from West Warwick, RI sings familiar pop songs and choreography. Exploration Stage |
| 3:45 |
Elegba Folklore Society |
Elegba Folklore Society from Richmond, VA explores West African culture and traditions, and expresses the evolution of music and dance and the cultural connections between West Africa and the United States. Heritage Stage |
| 3:55 |
Pinkerton Academy Choir |
The 24-member Pinkerton Academy Choir from Hampstead, NH will perform music of American composers as well as a thrilling arrangement of Rossini's "William Tell Overture." Democracy Stage |
| 4:30 |
The Webb Sisters |
The Webb Sisters are a contemporary English recording duo comprised of siblings Charley and Hattie Webb. They are based mostly in the United Kingdom but tour worldwide. Festival Stage |
| 4:35 |
Guerin Catholic HS - Golden Voice |
Golden Voice is the chamber chorus of St. Theodore Guerin High School in Noblesville, IN. Their program includes varied music from Palestrina to Brahms to Lennon and McCartney. Exploration Stage |
| 4:35 |
Randolph Singers |
25-member Chorus from Berlin, VT - patriotic and popular selections. Democracy Stage |
| 4:45 |
Anniversary Voices |
A live contemporary musical and dance production featuring a combination of up-beat original songs, traditional medley and a medley of contemporary hits. Heritage Stage |
| 5:15 |
Ba-Baaah & the Windigo |
A childrens production that takes a magical look at how those first settlers from England might have felt as they approached a new world and how those who were already here might have felt about the arriving strangers. Exploration Stage |
| 5:15 |
Visions of Democracy |
A commemorative production that traces the roots of American Democracy and the development of democratic ideals as viewed by three Presidents representing three different centuries of Americans: Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln and Franklin Delano Roosevelt. This program offers a primer on American democracy and a call to action for the 21st century citizen. Democracy Stage |
| 5:30 |
No Speed Limit |
From Galax, VA No Speed Limit has been in the fast lane for the last few years. They played at Virginia Governor Tim Kaine's Inaugural Concert. The band has also played the National Folk Festival and is scheduled to play the American Folk Festival later this year. Festival Stage |
| 6:00 |
Alexandria Harmonizers |
A 50+ year tradition of men’s a cappella choral singing, the 61-member Alexandria Harmonizers from Alexandria, VA won the International Chorus Championship four times and been finalists 12 other times, including ten top-four medals and have performed for the U.S. Supreme Court, The White House, Carnegie Hall, Wolf Trap, and at the Kennedy Center. Exploration Stage |
| 6:00 |
Bay Youth Orchestra |
Over 250 student musicians from Virginia Beach, VA create four performing ensembles to present concerts throughout the Tidewater area. Students from as far away as Williamsburg and North Carolina, and as close as Virginia Beach participate. Today’s performance includes 73 members. Democracy Stage |
| 6:30 |
AMERICA'S 400th ANNIVERSARY Finale |
The momentous weekend will come to a close with as much fanfare as opened it. The Orchestra of 400 and powerful voices of the 1607 Voice Choir will anchor the finale program. The evening will include Journey of Destiny, a live historical interpretative production about the early years of Jamestown. This original production will involve dramatic readings of notable documents from as narrated by a young and old John Smith. The story will be told with music, dialogue, color and movement and contain the key historical events of Jamestown in the years 1607-1619. The final inclusions will be added to the Commemoration Time Capsule and then closed. In the segment, From Jamestown to Your Town, notable personality will tell the story of Jamestown, really the story of America, a nation with a myriad of faces and ideas whose heart has always been its people. A Finale fireworks display timed and choreographed to music with live synchronization of the Orchestra of 400 and the 1,607 Voice Choir. Festival Stage |
| 7:25 |
Journey of Destiny |
This original production involves dramatic readings of notable documents as narrated by a young and old John Smith. Told with music, dialogue, color and movement. Festival Stage |
| 8:25 |
FINALE Fireworks |
With Orchestra of 400 and a Choir of 1607 Voices. Festival Stage |
| 9:10 |
Anniversary Voices |
A live contemporary musical and dance production featuring a combination of up-beat original songs, traditional medley and a medley of contemporary hits. Heritage Stage |
| 9:10 |
The Lawmen |
Fans of the Norfolk Southern Lawmen Band from Spartanburg, SC agree: These officers serve up an arresting blend of mountain, folk, bluegrass, country and rock music. They’ve been doing so ever since the original Lawmen got their start back in the early 1950s. Today, they log some 200 performances a year across the country, appearing on national television and in venues ranging from the Grand Ole Opry to the Smithsonian Institution. Democracy Stage |
| 10:30 |
CLOSED TO PUBLIC |
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