SCHENECTADY, NY --- For the fourth consecutive year, Proctors will present free, live outdoor entertainment. The “Rock It in The Circle” concerts will coincide with Art Night Schenectady during June, July, August, & September, on the third Friday of each month, beginning at 5:00 PM, directly across from Proctors.
Philip Morris, CEO of Proctors, said, “We want to continue to take advantage of the newly renovated State Street and outdoor space across from Proctors by bringing in live music. We want to invite everyone to come to downtown Schenectady, relax, enjoy the music and refreshments and see how we’re changing.”
The concert schedule is as follows:
New York Players
Friday, June 20, 2008
5pm
Highly acclaimed for their non-stop energy, enthusiasm, and our sterling reputation with Albany, Saratoga and New England Wedding Professionals, New York Players will bring the party to your party. The band consists of Mike Emery Band Leader, Drums & Percussion, Tracy Corry Lead Vocal, Emcee & Percussion, Wesley James "Wes J" Lead Vocal, Emcee & Percussion, Patrick Stacey Lead Vocal, Emcee & Percussion, Kenny Nemiroff Lead Vocal, Piano & Keyboards, Bob Boyer Lead Vocal & Guitar, Stephen Orsini Upright & Electric Basses, Howie Brown Musical Director, Sax & Keyboards, Tony Gambaro Trumpet, Flugelhorn & Percussion and Jeff Roberts Trombone & Percussion.
The Refrigerators
Friday, July 18, 2008
5pm
The Refrigerators consist of a talented core of ten musicians, each of whom brings with them their own distinct personality, influence and flavor. Drummer Chris "C-note" Haley, bassist Chris "C-gents" Gentile, keyboardist John "J-ROD" Costello, guitarist Rob "Carlos" Istorico, backup/lead vocalist and utility-man Jim "Jimbo" Marine, and lead vocalist/percussionist Todd "T-Daddy" Hanhurst create the core of the unit that serve as the perfect canvas for the REFRIGERATORS' high-profile "Funk Underground Horns"; a four-piece horn section that features Dave "DC" Cerrone (trumpet/percussion), Mike "M.D." Dietlein (lead trumpet), Chris "C-Bone" Beck (trombone), and Stephen "Rocco" Christman (sax).
Loose Cannon Live!
Friday, August 15, 2008
5pm
Loose Cannon Live! has the biggest sound of any Country Rock band in the Northeast. Known as “The Ultimate Country Rock n Roll Weapon,” LCL incorporates a three-piece horn section along with two guitars, a solid rhythm section of bass, drums and keyboards, male and female vocals, 4-part harmony, fiddle and pedal steel guitar.
Loose Cannon Live! covers all of the hits from today by Kenny Chesney, Leann Rimes, Toby Keith, Sugarland, Keith Urban, Carrie Underwood, Big and Rich, and more! They also perform the classics by Johnny Cash, and Hank Williams Jr. as well as Southern Rock tunes from Lynyrd Skynyrd, ZZ Top and the list goes on!
The Big Smoothies
Friday, September 19, 2008
5pm
Since 1990 The Big Smoothies have performed hundreds of weddings throughout the Northeast. This eight-piece band of seasoned professionals knows how to entertain an audience, playing songs to delight your guests regardless of age.
A beer truck will be selling Heineken and Amstel Light beer; Proctors will be selling wine, soda and water; food will be available at area restaurants, which will be open during the concerts and offering a variety of foods. The public is invited to attend the free concerts.
For further information, contact Proctors Box Office at 518-346-6204 or visit our website on-line at proctors.org.