05/08 - Saturday :: A split bill with - The Robert Kopec Trio & Bennett Harris Blues Band

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The Robert Kopec Trio

featuring - Vinnie Martuccion on piano, Peter O'Brian on drums, and Robert Kopec on Bass.

Robert Kopec is an acoustic & electric bassist from Fair Oaks,NY, leads many of his own groups and is an indemand sideman. Kopec's resume is diverse to say the least, gigs started at the age of 14 and lead him from rock to show pits,from members of the group Skid Row to backing the legendary Hennie Youngman. Along the way he has been a endorsee/clinician for Kramer Guitars, Fender Guitars and SWR Amps. Now endorsing Epifani Amplification and DR Strings. Robert's love is improvising in all forms and he has had the great experience of sharing the stage with master improvising musicians the likes of Hal Galper, Eddie Bert, Mark Murphy, Hugh Brodie, Michael Formaneck, Randy Brecker, Lew Soloff, Joel Rosenblatt, Jeff Hirschfield, Adam Nussbaum, Kazzrie Jaxen, Russ Johnson, Dean Sharp, Freddie Jacobs, Bob Meyer, John Esposito, Peter O'Brien and Rick Margitza just to name a few. Kopec has also been composing for his trio & quartet. In addition to this, Robert is a member of the Scott Weis Band and the 14 piece BIg Bang Jazz Gang! Robert is currently teaching private students for SUNY Orange & Alto Music both in Middletown,NY and the Milford Music School in Milord, Pa.

Web Site: Bennett Harris Blues Band

Get ready for an exciting performance of rousing, soulful, and rollicking country Delta blues and ragtime music, when Bennett Harris takes the stage with his acoustic guitars and harmonica, at The Falcon!

What Bennett (formerly known as Backdoor Benny) has in store is a diverse repertoire of traditional acoustic blues music, embracing various styles, eras and moods. Drawing on many sources, Bennett's inspirations include Bessie Smith, Robert Johnson, Blind Blake, on up to modern masters such as Muddy Waters, Jorma Kaukonen, Bonnie Raitt, and even Irving Berlin! Such an eclectic show wouldn't be complete without a handful of Bennett's original tunes as well.

Bennett Harris has performed at such venues as the Turning Point, Cafe Lena, Manny's Carwash, Godfrey Daniels, Blues 2000 Festival, the Bayou, the Rosendale Cafe, Bodles Opera House, and at various festivals and clubs throughout the Northeast.

When Bennett Harris takes the stage a great time is sure to be had by all!