Wednesday, July 17
Doug Main and the City Folk has been described as a “pensive troubadour backed by classical strings, modern accordion, and dynamic percussion.”
It’s an accurate portrayal of the Lansing area band that’s been creating a buzz locally and around the Midwest since its formation in 2008.
The ultra-talented group of musicians bring their rich, smooth sound and truly original indie-folk spirit to the St. Johns City Park Performance Shell July 17 for the weekly Concert in the Park summer series. There is no admission charge for the show that begins at 7 p.m.
Main is the “pensive troubadour” singer/songwriter who uses his guitar to full effect in creating wonderful American music with folk influences. He is joined by an extraordinary set of classically trained musicians: Kim Wren, playing upright bass and accompanying vocals; Josh Michels on cello and accordion; percussionist Rob Germeroth; and Kelly Pond, vocals and violin.
The band is finishing up its second, full-length album that follows the successful debut of “The Mountain’s King.”
For information on Doug Main and the City Folk and to hear tracks from the new album, visit http://www.dougmainsmusic.com/ .
Concert in the Park is sponsored by the Clinton County Arts Council and the city of St. Johns, with support from the Michigan Council for the Arts and Cultural Affairs and the National Endowment for the Arts.
Concerts are held each Wednesday evening at the St. Johns City Park Performance Shell. The St. Johns Lions and Lioness Club staff a concession stand that offers light refreshments. All concerts are held rain or shine.
For information on Concert in the Park call the Clinton County Arts Council, (989) 224-2429.