Island Arts

International Folk Dancing 2025
2025-09-05 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-09-12 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-09-19 09:30 - 11:00, 2025-09-26 09:30 - 11:00 UTC | North Hero House Pier, 3671 US-2, North Hero, VT, 05474
International Folk DancingDate and Time: Friday June 20 – September 26, 2025 9:30 am – 11:00 am
(Check web site as Aug 8+15 may be excluded)
Instructor: Lesley Alpert
Location: North Hero House Pier
3671 US Route 2, North Hero, VT
Tickets: Free, Donations to Island Arts are appreciated
Experience the JOY of community dancing to lively music.
Gentle exercise for body, mind and soul; movement and balance, memory and joy. No experience needed.
No partner needed. Wear comfortable FLAT shoes. Bring your water bottle.
Call 514-476-3418 to register, however drop-ins are also encouraged.
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Top of the Mountain Blues Band
2025-11-08 13:00 - 15:00 UTC | United Methodist Church, 67 Church St., Isle LaMotte,, VT, 05463, United States
Top of the Mountain Blues BandDate and Time: Saturday, November 8, 1pmLight refreshments will be served at Intermission thanks to the Isle LaMotte Recreation Committee
Location: Isle LaMotte United Methodist Church 67 Church St. Isle LaMotte, VTCost: Free concert for all to enjoy, Sponsored by Island Arts and the Isle LaMotte Recreation Department.Seating capacity 70, please respond if attending to: recreation@islelamotte.gov
Come join us and your neighbors at a free concert event featuring the Top of the Mountain Blues Band. A recently formed trio of accomplished artist-entertainers:

Marie Ragan. Formerly with the Johnny Cash Tribute Show in Vermont for 6 years, playing the part of June Carter Cash. Marie sang duets with “Johnny ” and also, did some solos as June and as Patsy Cline. In 2019, Marie portrayed Patsy Cline in the play, ” A closer Walk With Patsy Cline” at the Enosburg, Vt. Opera House. It was well attended and well received. The show ran for 4 days. Marie performs at open mics with a group called AdHoc and sings with a group called Seniors sing in St. Albans. You’ll find Marie out supporting local musicians on the weekends when she’s not performing. She thanks you for supporting live and local music.

“Gentleman” Bruce Leclair. Bruce hails from Champlain, NY and has been playing bass and cigar box slide guitar for many years. Bruce played in the Resonators trio with Dennis Willmott and Harpo Mike some years ago. He and John have been a duo for 10 + years. Background vocals are his thing!

John “Mad Dog” Marino. John’s been playing/singing the blues since 1966. Lives around the Lake Placid area and played the Heritage blues fest there, 3 years running. He’s played with Devin Allman, Lewis Walker, the Ink Spots and several other well known artists. He is a master on the harp (harmonica) and plays slide guitars and some mean blues. John and Bruce Leclair have played many venues throughout N Y State over the past 10 years.

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Tai Chi
2026-05-28 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-04 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-11 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-18 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-25 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-07-02 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-07-09 16:00 - 17:00 (Asia/Dubai) | Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rte 2, North Hero, 05474, United States
Tai ChiDate and Time: Every Thursday from May 28 – September 3, 2026, 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Instructor: Rob Rousseau
Location: Island Arts Center, 1127 U.S. Rte. 2, N. Hero
Tickets: Free, Donations to Island Arts appreciated
Prior to attending class, please call Rob Rousseau to register or for more information at 802-373-0947.
Join us in Tai Chi for health and relaxation. New students are always welcome.Tai Chi is, literally, the connecting of individual energy to the universe energy through a series of movements. Moving simply and letting go of our own blocks allows Chi, or energy, to flow.
QiGong is a method of movement from which Tai Chi and a plethora of other movements have evolved.
Classes held outside weather permitting; otherwise, class will move inside the barn.
Classes are also held every Monday and Wednesday at 4:00 pm, and every Tuesday and Friday at 9:00 am at the Congregational Church of South Hero, 24 South St. in South Hero, VT
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Appalachian Flatfootin' Clogging Workshop
2026-05-31 14:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | United Methodist Church, 67 Church St., Isle LaMotte,, VT, 05463, United States
Date and Time: Sunday, May 31, 2026; 2 pm
Location: Isle LaMotte Methodist Church
Tickets: Free, RSVP to recreation@islelamotte.gov
Ages: 12 – 95+, 15 participants
Flatfooting is a unique style of percussive dance that originated in the southern Appalachian hills and valleys. This dance style is a blend of Native American, African, and African-American cultures with the folk dance traditions of the British Isles. It is danced to lively Old Time Appalachian fiddle and banjo music.
We’ll explore some basic steps like chugs, slides, the Tennessee Walking Step, and combine them into rhythmic phrases. It’s a lot of fun for folks of all ages—from kids to grandparents. Here’s a little taste of the foot-tappin’ fun! CLICK HERE
Instructor Linda Wickenden has taught Appalachian clogging and flatfooting for many years. She has performed throughout Vermont and competed as a musician and dancer at the West Virginia Appalachian String Band Music Festival (known as “Clifftop”).
A free event offered in partnership with the Isle La Motte Recreation Department. Light refreshments will be served after the workshop, courtesy of the ILM Recreation Department.
Photo credit: John Coutlakis, Jcoutlakis@citizen-times.com. Courtesy ofthe Asheville Citizen Times.

THALIA: 'An Untold Story.' Music by Female Composers
2026-06-13 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rte 2, North Hero, 05474, United States
THALIA: ‘An Untold Story.’ Music by Female Composers
Date and Time: Saturday, June 13, 2026; 7 pm – 8:15 pm
Location: Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rt2, North Hero, VT 05474
Tickets: Free concert, thanks to VT Anonymous Donors. Please Register below–registration appreciated but not required.
THALIA presents ‘An Untold Story.’ Music by Female Composers through the Centuries. This unusual program includes a wide array of styles and arrangements, from solo piano, to violin and piano, and violin duets alone and with piano.
The Thalia ensemble–Mary Jane Austen on piano, and Sofia Hirsch and Laura Markowitz violins–looks forward to sharing this unique program with you.
Composers range from the 18th century Maddalena Lombardini Sirmen, 19th century Clara Schumann, and 20th century Gracyna Basewicz, Amy Beach, Rebecca Clark, Eva Saether, and Jessie Montgomery. There will be introductions to the more unknown of these artists.
This program was designed in celebration of women’s history month in March, but anytime is a great time to correct the narrative of music history and remember all people have a voice and a place in the evolution of classical music.
Mary Jane will play a Yamaha C7 concert grand piano provided through the courtesy of the Vermont Youth Orchestra Association. Island Arts is most grateful for their support.
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Maeve Kim, Bird Walk - Goodsell Ridge
2026-06-18 09:00 - 11:00 UTC | Goodsell Ridge Preserve, 69 Pine St, Isle LaMotte, 05463, United States
Maeve Kim: Bird Walk – Goodsell RidgeDate & Time: Thursday, June 18, 2026: 9 am – 11 am
Location: Goodsell Ridge Preserve
Instructor: Maeve Kim
Tickets: $10

Due to forecasted inclement weather this Bird Walk has been cancelled.

Explore the Goodsell Ridge Preserve and the birds that inhabit the area this spring. Join Maeve as she guides you through connecting with the Preserve and its birds. Good news! The Isle LaMotte Recreation Department and the Preservation Trust have volunteered to collaborate by being available for questions and opening their visitor center to participants.

Participants age 8* and above is suggested.
* Anyone between 8 and 12 must be accompanied by a parent for the June bird walks.

Bring your hat, sunscreen, bug spray, water, walking stick as needed.
Remember to dress for tick prevention.
Photo courtesy of audubon.org
Maeve Kim, Instructor
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Book Sale & Bric-a-Brac Market
2026-06-20 10:00 - 15:00 UTC | Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rte 2, North Hero, 05474, United States
Book Sale & Bric-a-Brac MarketDate & Time: Saturday & Sunday, June 20-21, 2026; 10 AM to 3 PM,
Location: Island Arts Center (barn), 1127 U.S. Rte. 2, North Hero, VT 05474
Tickets: Free admission. Books by donation.
Once again, Island Arts offers a huge book sale by DONATION on a June weekend. This is our only 2026 book sale.
We offer books for all readers’ tastes, as well as welcoming book donations from anybody who has overstocked books to contribute.
All books are organized by subject for your easy discovery. There are paperbacks, hard-covers, and some beautiful books to display. Browse at your leisure in the airy space that is the Island Arts Center barn.
THIS BOOK SALE DOES TRIPLE DUTY:
– Permits you to acquire books at the price YOU choose. You can see this as an adventure because you never know what “perle rare” (RARE FIND) you will discover. You can choose from among thousands of books. The subjects are varied and include Fiction, Mysteries, History, Travel, Cooking, Psychology, True Stories, Biographies, Children’s books, and more. The books have been donated by your generous family, neighbors, and friends from the Islands and nearby. These books have never been offered before at our book sales.
– Helps people find a place for books they no longer need––and supports a good cause at the same time. If you wish to dispose of some books, please contact Danielle at Books for Island Arts. She will gladly pick up your donated books at your convenience.
– Gives you an opportunity to become acquainted with the beautiful barn that is the
Bric-a-Brac Market
On the barn’s lower level, browse for bric-a-brac treasurers. This is a fundraising event to help support Island Arts programs.
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Yoga Solstice Celebration
2026-06-21 09:30 - 10:45 UTC | North Hero House Pier, 3671 US-2, North Hero, VT, 05474
Yoga Solstice Celebration
North Hero House Pier
(Community Hall if it is rainy or cold)
Sunday June 21
9:30 am – 10:45 am
By donation for Island Arts
Celebrate the light of the season and the beginning of summer at our Summer Solstice Celebration! Join Kim and Bob Muncil and special guest, Laleh Nader, at the North Hero House pier where we will be surrounded by the breathtaking view of Lake Champlain.
The event will include gentle yoga movements and breath to awaken the body, uplift the spirit, and align with the radiant energy of the sun. Vocalist, Laleh Nader, will carry us deeper into presence with performances, soulful chanting, and sing-a-longs that will invite connection and joy for this special time.
No experience is necessary. Participants should dress in comfy clothes and bring a yoga mat. (Some mats will be available for use and there will also be some chairs available).
This event is by donation at the door; cash, check, or venmo.
All proceeds will support Island Arts programming.
All are welcome. 🌞
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Book Sale & Bric-a-Brac Market
2026-06-21 10:00 - 15:00 UTC | Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rte 2, North Hero, 05474, United States
Book Sale & Bric-a-Brac MarketDate & Time: Saturday & Sunday, June 20-21, 2026; 10 AM to 3 PM,
Location: Island Arts Center (barn), 1127 U.S. Rte. 2, North Hero, VT 05474
Tickets: Free admission. Books by donation.
Once again, Island Arts offers a huge book sale by DONATION on a June weekend. This is our only 2026 book sale.
We offer books for all readers’ tastes, as well as welcoming book donations from anybody who has overstocked books to contribute.
All books are organized by subject for your easy discovery. There are paperbacks, hard-covers, and some beautiful books to display. Browse at your leisure in the airy barn that is the Island Arts Center performance space.
THIS BOOK SALE DOES TRIPLE DUTY:
– Permits you to acquire books at the price YOU choose. You can see this as an adventure because you never know what “perle rare” (RARE FIND) you will discover. You can choose from among thousands of books. The subjects are varied and include Fiction, Mysteries, History, Travel, Cooking, Psychology, True Stories, Biographies, Children’s books, and more. The books have been donated by your generous family, neighbors, and friends from the Islands and nearby. These books have never been offered before at our book sales.
– Helps people find a place for books they no longer need––and supports a good cause at the same time. If you wish to dispose of some books, please contact Danielle at Books for Island Arts. She will gladly pick up your donated books at your convenience.
– Gives you an opportunity to become acquainted with the beautiful barn that is the Island Arts Center.
Bric-a-Brac Market
On the barn’s lower level, you will find unique bric-a-brac treasures. This is a fundraising event to help support Island Arts programs.
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Yin Yoga for All
2026-06-22 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-06-29 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-07-13 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rte 2, North Hero, 05474, United States
Yin Yoga for All (Beginner, Aging, Active, and Athletic) with Bob Muncil
Island Arts Barn
June 22- Aug 31 (No class July 6 and Aug 3)
Monday mornings 9-10
$10 donation (cash, check, venmo at the door)
Yin Yoga is a contemplative practice that targets the connective tissues of the body such as tendons, ligaments, and the deep fascia network. This practice consists of going into a pose, finding stillness, and then connecting to the breath while holding the pose for 3-4 minutes. Most poses are seated poses similar to stretching poses. This is a great practice for people with an active mind as well as an active body. If you are new to yoga this is a wonderful place to start.
Bob is a certified Yin Yoga and meditation instructor. No experience necessary. No registration required. Just drop in. A limited number of mats will be available for use.

Kundalini Yoga with Kim Muncil
2026-06-24 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-07-01 09:00 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rte 2, North Hero, 05474, United States
Kundalini Yoga with Kim Muncil
Island Arts Barn
June 24, 2026 – Sept 2, 2026 (No class July 8 and Aug 5)
Wednesday mornings 9:00-10:30
$15 donation (cash, check, venmo at the door)

Kundalini Yoga is an ancient practice that includes movement, breathwork, meditation, and chanting. Each class has a theme and so each class is very different. Classes are designed yoga sets (kriyas) that work on specific physical, emotional, and mental aspects of the body. It is a beautiful practice that will raise your energy and touch your heart. Kim’s classes include live music and end with a gong relaxation. Kim is a 500 hr Kundalini and meditation instructor as well as a certified breath coach. No experience is necessary. No registration required. Just drop in. A limited number of yoga mats are available to use.

Mango Jam Vermont
2026-06-27 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rte 2, North Hero, 05474, United States
Mango Jam Vermont – Free Family Barn Dance & Boerie Roll Food TruckDate and Time: Saturday, June 27, 2026, 6:00-7:30 pm. Grounds open at 5:30. Optional picnic on the green. The Boerie Roll food truck will be on-site to purchase food.
Location: Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rt 2, North Hero, VT 05474. Outside concert. If weather requires, concert will move inside the barn.
Tickets: Free concert, thanks to VT Anonymous Donors. Please Register below–registration appreciated but not required.
Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy a summer evening overlooking beautiful Lake Champlain. Boogie on the Bayou – the Zydeco and Cajun sounds of Louisiana! Lots of room to dance and space for kids to move around.
Mango Jam Vermont, a six-piece dance band from Burlington, plays straight-ahead Zydeco as well as New Orleans-inspired funk, Reggae, and Ska. Its infectious beats and great sound will get your feet moving. Band members are Gus Ziesing, accordions, saxophones and vocals; Mimi Ryan, alto saxophone, rubboard, and vocals; Peter Riley, bass and vocals; Dennis Willmott, guitar and vocals; Bill Mullins, guitar; Cannon Labrie on Cajun accordion and vocals; and Michael Bradshaw on drums.
Well-behaved pets on leashes are welcome outside.
Laissez le bon temps rouler!
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The Boerie Roll brings the flavor of South Africa to the Islands. Menu below:
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Calamellus Trio: Oboe, Clarinet, Bassoon
2026-06-28 16:00 - 17:30 UTC | Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rte 2, North Hero, 05474, United States
Calamellus Trio: Oboe, Clarinet, BassoonDate and Time: Sunday, June 28, 2026, 4 pm to 5:30 pm, with a brief intermission
Location: Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rt 2, North Hero, VT 05474
Tickets: $25 in advance, $30 at the door
This ensemble of local musicians features music of the Baroque and contemporary women composers, played on the oboe, clarinet, and bassoon. Experience the Calamellus Trio in an intimate chamber concert that brings rich, layered sound to our island community. This is the first appearance of Calamellus at the Island Arts Summer Arts Festival.
Reserve your seat, invite a friend, and spend an evening discovering how three woodwinds can fill the room with color, conversation, and connection.
The program includes:

A Baroque Suite with pieces by Handel, Rameau, Lully, and Boyce
Century Dances by Cecilia McDowall, a contemporary British woman composer, highlights the wide variety of dance music; Allemande, Menuet, Mazurka, Tango, and Rock – Last Dance
Mozart Divertimento
The Sequoia Trio for oboe, clarinet, bassoon by contemporary American composer Jenni Brandon, a very atmospheric and environmentally conscious piece that will speak to people who love Vermont
Pajirillo “little bird” by Cardozo Castro, a Columbian composer and infused with a Latin feel

The three musicians are principals in the Champlain Philharmonic Orchestra:
Ruby Brezinsky — Oboe
Lisa Hoyt — Bassoon
Margaret Barsumian — Clarinet
Meet and greet the Trio members and enjoy light refreshments after the performance. Their concert last Fall in South Hero was enjoyed by a full house. This is your opportunity to enjoy this unusual ensemble.
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Handcrafted Greeting Card Workshop
2026-07-01 10:30 - 12:00 UTC | 275 South St South Hero VT, 275 South St, South Hero, VT, United States
Handcrafted Greeting Card Quilling WorkshopDate and Time: Wednesday July 1, 2026 10:30am – 12:00pm
Instructor: Pat Brennan
Location: 275 South Street, South Hero, Vermont 05486
Tickets: $12
Experience the fun of card-making using quilling designs with a workshop taught by Pat Brennan. An Islander since 1969, Pat has been giving card classes for over six years. She will teach you basic techniques of quilling, folding and bending paper to create unique patterns then placing them on a card. At your first class, in addition to the class fee, you will be required to buy a tool kit ($7) that includes a dispenser with double-sided tape, glue dots, sponge daubers, and a little bling.
You will receive two kits. Each kit will create a beautiful one-of-kind card with envelope, a card likely to cost $6 or $7 in a store—if you could find one as nice! This is a great opportunity to have fun, learn card-making, and surprise friends and family with beautiful cards.
Please bring scissors if you have them.
Class fee includes 2 card kits per class.
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Film Camp LCATV: Lights, Camera, Action!
2026-07-06 09:00 - 12:00 UTC | Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rte 2, North Hero, 05474, United States
Film Camp LCATV – Lights, Camera, ActionDate: Monday, July 6 through Friday, July 10, 2026, 9 AM to 12 PM
Location: Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rt 2, North Hero, VT 05474
Tickets: FREE. Registration required. For youth 10 to 16 years old.
Join LCATV instructors in the Island Arts Center barn for a week of film-making activities. The camp meets Monday through Friday mornings in the Island Arts Center barn from 9 AM to noon.
Learn basic camera techniques on our HD cameras, and how to edit your projects on Adobe Premiere Pro editing software. Campers will also have instruction on how to use a green screen and a variety of microphones during the week. To round out the week, campers will put their new skills to use by recreating a 2–4-minute scene from a blockbuster film, as part of the Crowdsourced Cinema VT (https://www.mediafactory.org/crowdsourcedvt), a statewide collaborative film project (past films have included Star Wars and Jurassic Park…what will we recreate this year? Sign up and find out!).
This is a collaboration brought to you by Island Arts and Lake Champlain Access Television (LCATV). For more information you can contact Island Arts at 802-372-8889 or Stephanie at LCATV.
Space is limited to ten students maximum, so sign up is required. Please sign up with Island Arts by calling 802-233-1725 or 802-372-8889.
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Shamanic Journeying
2026-07-10 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Green TARA Space, 3275 US Rte 2, North Hero, VT, 05474, United States
Shamanic Journeying
Introduction to Shamanic Journeying
Date/Time: Friday, July 10, 2026; 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Location: GreenTARA Space; 3275 US-2, North Hero, VT
Cost: By Donation
RSVP: bhopvt@gmail.com or 802-922-8905
A Path to the Sacred: An Invitation to Shamanic Journeying
This is an invitation to the part of you that is curious about the mystery and magic just beneath the surface of everyday life. Whether this is your first time exploring the spirit worlds or you are a seasoned traveler, you are welcome here. We invite you to explore Shamanic Journeying—a way to connect with dimensions of reality that exist alongside our own.
What is Shamanic Journeying?
For those new to this, think of it as a form of “active dreaming.” By following the steady, rhythmic beat of a drum or rattle, we enter a natural trance state of awareness. This helps us shift our focus away from the noise of daily life so we can listen to the wisdom of the spirit realm. It is a simple, ancient practice used by people all over the world to find deeper meaning and connection.
The Gift of a Spirit Guide
In our time together, you will learn the basics of journeying and then have the opportunity to meet a compassionate helping spirit.
Meeting a spirit guide is about finding a wise and loving ally. This relationship offers a sense of partnership that reminds you that you don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone. This connection helps your perspective widen and your heart soften, giving you a greater sense of purpose. As you get to know your guides, you begin to remember your own true nature, allowing your “heartlight” to shine a little more brightly in your daily life.
If there is interest, we look forward to growing this community through continued gatherings.
Beth Hopwood is a shamanic healing practitioner who facilitates workshops and individual sessions designed to connect seekers with spirit guides, allies, and ancestral wisdom. Her journey to this work followed a successful corporate career in New York City and Northern California, where she held key roles at companies including Apple and Clorox. This background provides a uniquely grounded foundation for her spiritual practice, blending leadership with an ancient healing tradition.
A deeply trained facilitator, Beth completed a three-year Practitioner Training and a two-year Spiritual Facilitator program “Ennobling of the Heart’, led by Julie Kramer. Her lineage of study includes work with Sandra Ingerman and Betsy Bergstrom who specializes in compassionate depossession. Through her workshops, Beth guides others in meeting the allies and wisdom-keepers of the spirit realm to foster healing and growth.

Island Arts Jam Session
2026-07-11 13:00 - 14:30 UTC | Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rte 2, North Hero, 05474, United States
Island Arts Jam SessionAn amateur musicians’ event for everyone
Date and Time: Saturday, July 11, 2026, 1 pm to 2:30 pm
Location: Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rt 2, North Hero, VT 05474
Tickets: Free for all. Registration appreciated but not required. Click below.
Attendees bring their instruments to the barn for an informal jam session. All instruments are OK, from bassoon and cello to ukelele and washboard. All ages OK. Children must have a parent or other adult accompanying.
Jam session will be led by music teacher Tony Pietricola, who is an active performing member of The Dixie Six, a popular local jazz ensemble, and a former music teacher in the Grand Isle School. Music will include Blues and a mix of music for all.
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Ken Clark Organ Trio - Soul, Jazz, R&B
2026-07-12 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rte 2, North Hero, 05474, United States
Ken Clark Organ Trio – Soul, Jazz, R&B, FunkDate and Time: Sunday, July 12, 2026, 7 pm to 8:30 pm.
Location: Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rt 2, North Hero, VT 05474
Tickets: $25-$30
Tables: Reserve a table online or at the door at $15 for a 2-top, $25 for a 4-top, and
BYOB. Table tickets are only available online or at the door––first come-first served,
subject to availability. Tables tickets are not available from local ticket outlets.
Tables: Reserve a table online or at the door at $15 for a 2-top, $25 for a 4-top, and BYOB. Table tickets are only available online or at the door––first come-first served, subject to availability. Tables tickets are not available from local ticket outlets.
The Ken Clark Organ Trio has been performing around New England, the eastern U.S., and internationally for 15 years. This is their second appearance at the Island Arts Summer Festival. “Organist Ken Clark, guitarist Mike Mele, and drummer Steve Chaggaris lean on the beat, (high stepping funk, shuffle boogaloo back beat ballad), build dynamic climaxes sprinkle in jazz solos and deliver the goods. Clark controls the B3 like a master: hip bass lines, sizzling chordal washes, feel-good riffs, funky blues lines and syncopated accents figure in the mix. The groove, the sonic power of the organ and a soulful message are a forceful combination for reaching the people, all the way from the church to the dance floor. Can’t beat the feeling.” ~ Owen Cordle, Jazz Times
“You might be skeptical about listening to a CD without a bass player, but from the opening bars of the first track, school is in session! Organist Ken Clark has a punchy, thick bass tone that rivals Rocco’s, and he grooves like a funky S.O.B. His right hand is pretty happening, too. A must hear for fans of jazzy, funky groove music.” ~ Bass Player Magazine
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