Saturday, October 15th

10:15 - 10:45 a.m.

Loretta Callens - Singer/Songwriter Loretta Callens loves music and it shows in her performance. Loretta's  repertoire includes an eclectic genre' of originals, oldies and gospel  tunes. "Callens can sing" quote by music reviewer Tom Geddie in Buddy  Magazine. For a sample of Loretta's music visit www.lorettacallens.com <http://www.lorettacallens.com/

11:00 - 12:00 Noon

Randy Brown - Randy Brown is an award winning songwriter, performing philosopher and Piney Woods Live B-Side of Music columnist. Whose music could be described as Charles Darwin meets Van Morrision and Guy Clark at an MIT BBQ in honor of Albert Einstein's birthday. His new CD "But Wait, There's More!" will be out soon. For more info see www.brownrandy.com <http://www.brownrandy.com/

12:15 - 12:45 p.m.

J.R. Byrd - J.R. Byrd is a singer-songwriter from the humblest of towns,  Littleton, Colorado. Shaped heavily by the jazz department at the  University of North Texas, J.R.’s songs tend to boast poignant, bluesy  melodies over rich, sweeping harmonies. That said, J.R’s witty lyrics  are usually what set off most people’s alarms.  Byrd’s “smart pop” can  be most likened to John Mayer, Seal or Sting, but certainly brings its own hops to the dance.

1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Open Bottle Band - The Empty Bottle Band, is comprised of members. Stephen Pipes,  James Kerley, Drew Willeford, and Dennis Richards.  The band is making a name in the East Texas area, with the release of their debut album  "Long Road Ahead".
The band is the perfect blend of Red Dirt Music, mixed with a Southern  Rock attitude.  Even though they are new to the scene, the band is by far not amateurs, which shows with their original music, that is sure to  leave you wanting more, and help the Empty Bottle Band establish and  leave their mark on the Texas Music Scene.

2:10 - 2:40 p.m.

Sisters of the Dance Sister's of the Dance is a unique belly dance troupe that does not  limit them selves to belly dance. Karri, Troupe Director and  choreographer comes from CA and has made East TX her home three years  ago.  She has brought her classic style of dance, and has created a  troupe of eight ladies specializing in the Jamilla Salimpour style of be folklore fused with cabaret and traditional style of belly dance.

2:45 - 3:45 p.m.

The Scrips - The Scrips are a four piece string band with an indie-rock heart;  writing original music inspired by Old-Time, Folk & Bluegrass. From  darkened Mountain Modal banjo to high-lonesome voices, The Scrips are  raw acoustic music with mythical Appalachian origins.

3:50 - 4:50 p.m.

Lauren Alexander - Singing publicly since age 6, Lauren has spent more than half of her life on stage.  A promising guitarist and songwriter, she has performed at nearly 200 venues for 2004 and 2005.  Ms. Alexander has been  featured on ABC, CBS and NBC - TV.  Lauren says,  “there are so many  artists these days that make a record and hope it gets heard.  I believe that you have to take your music to the people.”  She has done just  that by performing at hundreds of venues. Lauren has had a full time  band since the age of 11, and has opened for Pat Green, along with a  long list of prominent Texas musicians, including Dan Seals, Asleep at  the Wheel, Tommy Alverson,  Morrison-Williams, Ed Burleson and Deryl Dodd,  just to name a few.
As a result, this driven young lady performs with the presence and poise of someone well beyond her years.  Her latest single has just been  released to radio, and is currently out on CD-Tex.  She will be heading  out on her radio tour in the next few months.  Lauren is a new and  brightly shining star from the Lone Star State.  Catch her rise on the  Texas music charts!

5:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Clearly Vocal - Clearly Vocal is a five-member a cappella vocal group from Tyler,  Texas, performing a wide range of musical genres, including jazz, pop,  holiday, love songs, classical, secular and sacred. As winners of the  2010 Contemporary A Cappella League Showcase, Clearly Vocal was a  featured group at the SoJam A Cappella Festival in Durham, North  Carolina, November 12 & 13, 2010. Clearly Vocal provides music for  all occasions, such as private parties, corporate functions, weddings,  birthdays, etc., with a varied repertoire in the style of The Manhattan  Transfer, The Swingle Singers, Take Six and others. Members are Andy  Albright, Stefanie Albright, John Hodges, Kimberly Hodges and Don Neal.

Sunday, October 16th

10:15 - 10:45 a.m.

Carol Sherwood - Carol Cline Sherwood enjoys singing many genres of music, including  the old standards, country, pop, and southern gospel. She has been  influenced by a wide variety of vocal talents, such as Dean Martin,  Rosemary Clooney, Patsy Cline, and several others. Carol often performs in costume for an added flair and says that when she looks around and  sees people enjoying themselves it gives her energy and adds an extra  measure of life to a song.

11:00 - 12:00 Noon

Neal Katz - Neal is an emerging artist on the folk music scene. After years of writing  folk music and playing it for friends and open-mics, Neal has begun  performing his music at coffee-houses, folk festivals, living room  concerts, and more. On stage, he is high energy and offers touching and  funny introductions to his songs. His music is uplifting, beautiful, and funny.

12:15 - 12:45 p.m.

Jacob Dye - I am solo acoustic musician, as well as the lead singer of  NakedByMidnight. My acoustic music, both covers and originals, has been depicted as a type of punk/folk music.

 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

All We Are Band - All We Are is a group of 6 individuals who have united with one  common dream: to be the bridge that helps leads people to Jesus Christ.  We are an Extol Worship band and feel that our avenue to reach out to  others is through music

2:15 - 2:45 p.m.

Steve Fuque - STEVE FUQUA IS An ARTIST, EDUCATOR, MUSICIAN, SINGER/SONGWRITER, and STORY TELLER from Alba, Tx.

3:00 - 4::00 p.m.

Grant Cook - Life-long professional musician that shared the stage and recorded  with many famous artists. After touring extensively on his own the last decade, he is now settled back down to his roots at Lake Palestine where he owns a music store and gives private music instruction full time.  Most recently you can catch him in the Green Acres Baptist Church Celebration Orchestra every Sunday morning or on Channel 7 at 9 a.m. He will be performing a variety of music (including some of his own) with some humor in the mix! Come and be entertained.