2011 Performing Arts Schedule
Dave Malam (Friday, Noon) 
Dave has played guitar for 50 years in the Cedar Falls area with a variety of bands. His music has ranged from country to rock and roll (he claims he's never played polka!). In recent years Dave has renewed his interest in the blues. His style has been greatly influenced by such traditional blues artists as Blind Boy Fuller and Big Bill Broonzy. Come hear Dave and friends perform your favorite blues standards as well as some original tunes.
Shane Klein Jazz Combo (Friday 1:15 p.m.)
Karla Ruth (Friday 2:30 p.m.)
The music of singer/songwriter Karla Ruth has been described as a seamless fusion of pop, rock, blues, folk, and jazz. She believes in the power of meaningful lyrics and lingering melodies and her songs are filled with personal observations about life, love, and chances taken or lost. Karla is an active member of the Cedar Valley Acoustic Guitar Association; a non-profit group of guitarists that supports live music and provides performance opportunities for area singer/songwriters. www.KarlaRuth.com.
Uncle Chuck Finch (Friday 3:45 p.m.)
The Ramblers (Friday 5:00 p.m.)
Finding a wealth of untapped and overlooked gems from three centuries of music and mayhem, the Ramblers have created a niche that until now has gone unclaimed. The diverse and unexpected side roads the band takes are always fun and never anything like any ordinary cover band. Their song list rambles all over the musical map. The band features: Scott Gallagher, Denny McCabe, Bob Smith and Ed Narigon. The Ramblers: extraordinatory music, ordinary guys. Sponsored by Witham Automotive
Cawley/Dunn Duo (Saturday 10:00 a.m.)
Comfort Kings String Band (Saturday, 11:15 a.m.)
Like many a band, the Comfort Kings String Band started out with mostly idle chatter and love of music. Over time that's evolved into a sound and style that's rooted in the worlds of traditional bluegrass and progressive newgrass. The group is also quick to brandish its Midwestern credentials as being the best band (they know of ) in the Cedar Valley named after a tractor. Band members include: Amie Steffan on vocals and guitar, John Molseed on banjo, Chris Schwartz on bass, John Nelson on mandolin and Cody Grimes on guitar and fiddle.
Raldo Schneider (Saturday 1:00 p.m.)
Equilateral (Saturday 3:00 p.m.)
TBD (Saturday 4:15 p.m.)
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