Posted Feb 03, 2012 at 12:27 PM in General, Classical, Pictures
When I first came to Britt I was captivated by stories of Peter Britt and the early pioneers of Table Rock City (Jacksonville). I was deeply moved by the story of John Trudeau’s dream and how a music festival came to life.
The story I’d like to tell here literally paints a picture. (If a picture paints a thousand words, can a thousand words paint a picture?)
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Posted Jan 31, 2012 at 03:25 PM in General, Classical
In this two-minute message, Peter hits on some highlights of his final season at Britt.
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Posted Jan 30, 2012 at 04:56 PM in General, Classical, Behind The Scenes, Members
This informative Blog will require some note taking. Not to worry
because all you will need is your smart phone, planner, calendar, or
sticky note, and either a pen, pencil, or marker of your choice.
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Posted Jan 20, 2012 at 11:58 AM in General, Classical, Behind The Scenes
The best part about starting this 2012 New Year? Britt Festivals gets to celebrate its 50th year! With this being our 50th year, we have much to celebrate and one of these things is the gift of our new orchestra chairs!
Photo by: Maxine Guenther, 2011 Intern
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Posted Aug 29, 2011 at 12:09 PM in General
All former board members: we're looking for you!
The year 2012 will mark Britt's 50th season. As we begin planning for celebrations, we're seeing out all former board members, so we can honor their service and involve them in celebrations. Britt seeking all former board members in preparation for 50th year celebration
We're especially looking to re-establish contact with board members prior to the year 2000. If this describes you, please contact Development Director Donna Briggs by email at donna.briggs@bri
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Posted Aug 23, 2011 at 10:35 AM in General, Band Information
No instruments, no tracks, no smoke, no mirrors-just five guys with microphones and a talent for producing a smooth and soulful pop, rock and R&B sound. Rockapella is coming to Britt!
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Posted Aug 16, 2011 at 10:54 AM in General, Band Information
The Weepies will be performing at Britt Tuesday, August 23. This talented indie duo has sold more than a million singles and half a million albums...
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Posted Jul 13, 2011 at 11:30 AM in General
This year Britt has been alerted that ticket scams are on the rise. And unfortunately some of our patrons have fallen victim.
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Posted Jul 11, 2011 at 11:19 AM in General, Band Information
Life as a musician means continual evolution. Over the course of a career, any band worth paying attention to will pursue a sound, a direction, until it triggers a different idea and they're chasing some other distant dream.
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Posted Jul 06, 2011 at 11:33 AM in General, Band Information
Local band Gypsy Soul will be making their second performance at Britt this season.
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Posted Jun 13, 2011 at 10:30 AM in General, Reviews, Pictures
On May 26th, 2011 the Britt Hill hosted the annual Jacksonville Elementary Musical. This year the kids performed Sleeping Beauty to a full audience.
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Posted Jun 02, 2011 at 10:49 AM in General, Reviews, Band Information
Grammy Award winning singer-songwriter Marc Cohn has been obsessed with pop music for as long as he can remember.
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Posted Jun 01, 2011 at 11:57 AM in General, Reviews, Band Information
Mary Chapin Carpenter offers a snapshot of her life on her latest release, the critically acclaimed The Age of Miracles, which she calls a personal exploration of regret and resilience.
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Posted May 31, 2011 at 11:28 AM in General, Britt Institute, Band Information
Aaron Nigel Smith is all about getting kids to move. His fun, inspired, lively show is guaranteed to get his audience on their feet. Come see him perform live at Britt on June 17th at 10:30 a.m....
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Posted Mar 21, 2011 at 09:40 PM in General, Pictures
Congratulations to Britt's Development Director Donna Briggs, for receiving a National Council for International Visitors (NCIV) Citizen Diplomat Pillar Award at a special event in Washington, D.C. on February 16.
The Citizen Diplomat Pillar Award recognizes individuals who have contributed significant leadership and support to the NCIV network at the local and national level.
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Posted Jan 06, 2011 at 09:43 PM in General, Pictures, Volunteers
Volunteer Profile
In 2006, Christopher Shockey became the Britt nighttime groundskeeper after departing a corporate job. He "needed to recharge what was left of his soul." He fell in love with Britt and signed up to volunteer in 2007, bringing two of his three sons—Kelton, and Jakob—with him. His third son Dmitri joined the family on the Hill in 2010. You'll recognize Christopher by his height and two of his sons by their curly hair, inherited from their mom. Christopher laughs that Britt and a few meals now and then are the only time the Shockey family was together all summer!
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Posted Sep 20, 2010 at 07:25 PM in General, Britt Institute, Behind The Scenes, Pictures
Local high school choir students participated in a Britt educational event on Friday, when they came out to Straight No Chaser's afternoon sound check. After the sound check, Straight No Chaser took questions from the students, and they talked about song choice, how they arrange songs, and a little about life on the road. Photos by Vicki Rosette.
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Posted Sep 08, 2010 at 12:44 AM in General, Classical, Behind The Scenes, Pictures
Some highlights from the August 20, 2010 concert, featuring violinist Jennifer Frautschi. Photos by Josh Morell Image This Photo.
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Posted Aug 18, 2010 at 06:42 PM in General, Classical, Britt Institute, Pictures
The Britt Institute String Quartet Academy took place from July 31st thru August 14th. The students study and perform with some of the nation's top professional musicians and instructors. During the two week program students are given the tools needed to expand their technique and musicianship in ways that will change their approach to music forever, compelling them to become more expressive and creative performers. Below are pictures of SQA students showcasing their activities and performances during their two weeks in Southern Oregon.
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Posted Aug 17, 2010 at 07:01 PM in General, Band Information, Pictures
There appears to be no end in sight for STYX as they rocked the Britt hill again on July 28th. Photos by Will Petterson.
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Posted Aug 17, 2010 at 06:53 PM in General, Band Information, Pictures
The fully clothed, very creative Barenaked Ladies with their distinctive sound, perfect harmony, and lyrics on the fly rocked the Britt hill on July 16th. Photos by Will Petterson.
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Posted Aug 09, 2010 at 11:17 PM in General, Band Information, Pictures
Photos from the July 15 concert featuring Michael Franti & Spearhead with opener Brett Dennen.
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Posted Aug 06, 2010 at 10:02 PM in General, Band Information, Pictures
Brandi Carlile performed at Britt on 6-27-10. Photos by Scott Cole.
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Posted Jul 27, 2010 at 07:33 PM in General, Behind The Scenes, Pictures
Musician's Friend and Fender donated an American Standard Stratocaster to Britt, which Britt had signed by members of The Black Crowes, and then gave away to a lucky Britt patron at The Black Crowes concert on July 2. That lucky patron was Alex Benavides of Medford. Here's a photo of the guitar, with a rare purple finish:
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Posted Jun 29, 2010 at 09:52 PM in General, Pictures
Steve Martin and the Steep Canyon Rangers performed a wonderful night of banjo, bluegrass and humor to a sold-out crowd at Britt. Take a look at these photos by the fabulous Josh Morell.
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Posted May 27, 2010 at 08:27 PM in General, Members, Pictures
The 2010 Fine Arts Poster was unveiled at a reception on Thursday, May 20. This year's poster is from an original pastel by artist Kim Novak Malloy. The reception also included the winners of the Jacksonville Elementary poster contest, in preparation for their all-school musical Mulan Junior.
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Posted May 27, 2010 at 07:48 PM in General, Behind The Scenes, Pictures
The first Britt 2010 performance took place this morning (May 27), when Jacksonville Elementary performed the musical Mulan Junior for about 1600 school kids from all over the valley. Don't miss the encore performance of Mulan Junior tonight at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are just $3 per person, or $8 per family. It's a fun night for all ages!
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Posted May 18, 2010 at 06:00 PM in General
Tickets for 2010 Britt Festivals concerts are now on sale. The office is busy this week with phone orders and Britt fans waiting in line to purchase tickets to hear their favorite musicians.
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Posted May 18, 2010 at 05:49 PM in General
Britt Festivals recently announced the winner of the 2010 season T-shirt design contest. Dan Kennedy of Grants Pass designed the winning entry.
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