Sandburg
Songbag Concert Series
2023 Sandburg
Concert Series |
A monthly concert series presented by the Carl
Sandburg Historic Site Association in the
"Barn" at Carl Sandburg's Birthplace, in an
intimate smoke-free and alcohol-free environment,
showcasing acoustic music in the traditional and
folk style. 313 E 3rd Street, Galesburg IL,
(309) 342-2361. The concerts are free and open
to the public, however a $5.00 donation is
greatly appreciated. All shows start at
2:00pm, normally on the Second Sunday of the
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Concert Date |
Performer |
Sunday,
Aug 13, 2023
2:00pm
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Devin & Scott E
The Songbag Concert
series continues with Devin and Scott E!
Performing around Central Illinois for more
than a decade, Devin Flanagin covers a variety
of styles and periods of music. American folk,
blues, rock, pop, and jazz selections are a
few of the styles he combines into his normal
performances. Scott “Gunner” Eberhard has
written and played music for 14 years. A
multi-instrumentalist, his sound uses a style
of rock n roll, folk, rhythm and blues and
groove creating a sound reminiscent of the
beach, sunshine, and summer fun. These two
talented artists will combine their unique
sounds into one for this special performance!
The first set starts at 2:00 p.m. and the second
set starts at 3:15 p.m. Refreshments available
between sets.No tickets or reservations are
required for entry. Seating is on a first come,
first served basis.
Suggested Donation: $5
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Sunday,
July 9, 2023
2:00pm
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Carol Jean & Jera
Enjoy an afternoon of music with Carol Jean &
Jera as they return to the Songbag Concert
Series! The talented duo presents an eclectic
combination of country, bluegrass, rock, pop, &
blues.
The first set starts at 2:00 p.m. and the
second set starts at 3:15 p.m.
Refreshments
available between sets.
Suggested Donation: $5
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Sunday,
June 11, 2023
2:00pm
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Barry Cloyd
The Songbag Concert Series continues with
Barry Cloyd! Barry Cloyd is a Midwestern
based, touring
singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist,
perform-ing over 200 shows per year, who
has spent a lifetime creating a
performance style that weaves the genres
of Blues, Folk, Celtic, Original and Roots
music into a unique blend all his own. A
strong vocalist and multi-instrumentalist
as well as a storyteller, theatrical
performer and historian, Barry delivers
his music on a multitude of guitars (6 &
12 string, Dobro, high-strung, etc.) and
other stringed instruments, such as
5-string banjo, mandolin, requinto and
bouzouki.
The first set starts at 2:00 p.m. and the
second set starts at 3:15 p.m.
Refreshments
available between sets.
Suggested Donation: $5
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We are grateful to Erin Glasnovich and members
of CSHSA's Songbag Committee for coordinating the
Sandburg Songbag Concert
Series this year for the Association.We are grateful to Erin Glasnovich and members
of CSHSA's Songbag Committee for coordinating the
Sandburg Songbag Concert
Series this year for the Association.br>
A donation of $5.00 per
person is suggested as the door (or gate)
entry fee. These door receipts go to the
Songbag Concert performers to supplement a base
amount paid by the Carl Sandburg Historic Site
Association. If you enjoy the concert,
please be generous in support of our performers.
Songbag Concert Series performers and
refreshment costs are underwritten by the Carl
Sandburg Historic Site Association and its
members at a cost of approximately $2,500 per
year. If you would like to support the Songbag
Concert Series, become a member of the
Association, and/or feel free to make a donation
to the /span>Carl
Sandburg Historic Site Association, PO Box 585,
Galesburg, IL 61402-0585.
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