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	Thomas Pandolfi "An Evening with Gershwin" April 2nd, 8:00pm The Columbia Gorge Interpretive Center, Stevenson, WA The young American pianist Thomas Pandolfi is an exciting virtuoso who, with each passing season, is becoming more and more sought after by audiences, and showered with superlatives by critics for his passionate artistry and amazing technique. His orchestral appearances often feature not only the beloved masterpiece concerti by Tchaikovsky, Rachmaninov and Liszt, but also the equally brilliant ones by Paderewski, Rubinstein and Moszkowski. Additionally in the "Pops" genre, Thomas is considered a leading interpreter of the works of George Gershwin.
	Al Stewart May 14th, 8:00pm The Columbia Gorge Interpretive Center, Stevenson, WA Al Stewart (born Alastair Ian Stewart, 5 September 1945) is a Scottish singer-songwriter and folk-rock musician. Stewart came to stardom as part of the British folk revival in the 1960s and 1970s, and developed his own unique style of combining folk-rock songs with delicately woven tales of the great characters and events from history.He is best known for his hit 1976 single "Year of the Cat" from the platinum album Year of the Cat. Stewart was a key figure in a fertile era in British music and he appears throughout the musical folklore of the age. He played at the first ever Glastonbury Festival in 1970, knew Yoko Ono pre-Lennon, shared a London apartment with a young Paul Simon, and hosted at the legendary Les Cousins folk club in London in the 1960s. Stewart has released nineteen studio/live albums and a limited edition album of B-sides and rarities since his debut album Bedsitter Images in 1967, and continues to tour extensively around the US and Canada, Europe and the UK. His latest release, is Uncorked, which was released on his independent label, Wallaby Trails Recordings.
	The David Lanz Liverpool Trio June 11th, 8:00pm The Columbia Gorge Interpretive Center, Stevenson WA Pianist David Lanz, flutist Gary Stroutsos, and cellist Walter Gray, all had unique and successful music careers before coming together as The Liverpool Trio. Lanz, who was nominated for a Grammy in 2000, is well known as a top instrumental recordingand concert artist, reaching worldwide prominence with his number one Billboard hit, Cristofori’s Dream. His unique impressionist style is emulated by countless pianists, and his compositions and arrangements performed and studied around the world. A showcase in the Ken Burns PBS documentary Lewis and Clark: Journey of the Corpsof Discovery, led Gary Stroutsos to a command performance at the White House for President Bill Clinton. Drawing from many traditional cultures, including American Indian music, Chinese, Cuban and American Jazz, Gary’s internationally acclaimed performances and world flute recordings express a passion for music without borders. Walter Gray came into the public’s eye as a founding member of the renowned Kronos Quartet in the 1970’s. An in demand studio and concert cellist, Walter has performed throughout the world and has also served as Recording Producer for the London Symphony Orchestra, Northwest Chamber Orchestra, New Hampshire Music Festival Orchestra, and the Seattle Symphony Orchestra which he’s been a member for the past 30 years. Over the past five years, these three friends and musicians have worked together on various studio projects and concert dates, but recently came together as a trio to perform David’s arrangements from the recording Liverpool...Re-Imagining the Beatles. Their sound is elegant and contemporary, yet retains a beautiful timeless and classical musicality. Photo by Carol May Images
	Johnny Limbo and the Lugnuts July 9th, 4:00pm North Bonneville City Park, North Bonneville, WA Starting as a party gag in 1978, Johnny Limbo and the Lugnuts have become one of the most popular bands to perform the classic hits from the 50's and 60's. The Lugnut's fame has spread beyond the Pacific Northwest, dazzling audiences from Washington State to Washington, D.C. Their performances have been enthusiastically received at corporate parties, civic celebrations, fairs, fund raisers, concert halls,conventions and televised events.The long list of annual return engagements is testament to the fact that Johnny Limbo and the Lugnuts is "Can't miss" entertainment and a hit with all ages...from kids to grandparents. Johnny Limbo and the Lugnuts have shared the stage with many national acts including Chuck Berry, Chubby Checker, the Righteous Brothers, the Mamas and the Papas, Three Dog Night, Jan and Dean, Johnny Rivers, Rick Nelson, The Ventures, and Paul Revere and the Raiders. They toured the Far East with stops in Japan, Korea, and the Philippines. The Lugnut's played for the Oakland A's at the opening game and were invited by NIKE to perform for a special party at the close of the Los Angeles Olympics. Each year the list continues to grow. Johnny Limbo and the Lugnuts emphasize showmanship, creating a never-ending energy on stage. The electricity generated by this sight and sound experience results in packed dance floors at every performance. Ask anyone who has experienced Johnny Limbo and the Lugnuts and they'll tell you..."Rock and Roll will never die and the Lugnuts are the reason why"
	John Ford Coley September 24th 8:00pm Bonneville Hot Springs Resort and Spa, North Bonneville, WA John Ford Coley, singer, musician, actor and author, continues to play for a worldwide audience. Most famous for his work as half of the grammy-nominated duo “England Dan and John Ford Coley”, where he's received double platinum and gold records, John also did teen films and a few TV roles in the 1980s, has written songs for films, and continues to produce other artists. Of late, John Ford Coley continues an active touring schedule. He has produced two new country acts in Nashville and most recently played on the bill with such acts as Lou Gramm (Foreigner), Poco, Ambrosia, and Alice Cooper, as well as with Terry Sylvester (formerly of the Hollies). John Ford Coley is most famous for hit songs such as: “Love Is The Answer”. “Gone Too Far”, “I’d Really Love To See You Tonight”, “Nights Are Forever”, “We’ll Never Have To Say Goodbye Again”. “Come Back To Me”, “Soldier In The Rain”, “Sad To Belong”, “Simone”, “Westward Wind”, “Part of Me, Part of You.” In 2003, the “Nights are Forever” song appeared in the feature film “Dickie Roberts Former Child Star”. Another hit appeared in the film “Long Kiss Goodnight” with Geena Davis and Samuel L. Jackson. Famous hit makers that John's performed alongside include: Elton John, Heart, Fleetwood Mac, Chicago, Carole King, Bread, Loggins and Messina, Led Zepplin, Carly Simon, Bill Cosby, Dave Mason, Steve Miller Band, Randy Bachman, Jesse Colin Young, Air Supply, and Gordon Lightfoot, to name a few. In between the extensive road duty, John lives in the Nashville area with his family of wife, kids, and quarter horse, where he's penned a book on his years in the music industry, and is writing another book about his spiritual journey back from a cult to Christianity.
	Gonzalo Bergara October 22nd 8:00pm The Pavilion at Marine Park, Cascade Locks, OR After having toured the world extensively next to the John Jorgenson Quintet, native argentinian Gonzalo Bergara is presenting his new CD Porteña Soledad with glowing reviews all over the world. Gonzalo began playing professionally at age 16 in Buenos Aires. By 17 he was already fronting his own blues trio on National Television. He arrived in America in the year 2000 and since then he has performed and recorded with hundreds of artists inlcuding Tim Hausser from Manhattan Transfer, Sylvie Vartan, Dan Hicks and the Hot Licks, John Jorgenson, Howard Alden and more. His new CD Porteña Soledad was editor’s Pick on Guitar Player Magazine, and Vintage Guitar Magazine called it a Masterpiece. The Gonzalo Bergara Quartet is formed by Gonzalo Bergara on Lead Acoustic Guitar, Jeffrey Radaich on Rhythm Guitar, Rob Hardt on Clarinet and Tenor Saxophone, and David Tranchina on Upright Bass. The music is heavily influenced by Django Reinhardt and the Hot Club of France, all the traditional Jazz and hint of his native land Buenos Aires. "Gonzalo Bergara’s music exists in a way that very little music does. He has lavished such care on every phrase, built each arrangement with such lapidary precision and pared away anything extraneous, the music becomes sculpture. It has weight, density, gravity. This is serious. And deeply moving." Gonzalo has performed all over the world inlcuding Croatia, Canada, Italy, France, Germany, Hungary, Argentina, Brazil, England, Scotland and all of the US. Festivals such as The Montreal Jazz Fest, Playboy Jazz Fest, Sweet and hot Jazz fest, Django Reinhardt Fest in Germany, Suev guitar fest in Italy, Merle Fest, Strawberry Fest, all of the Django Fests in the US and lots lots more.
	Firefall November 12th 8:00pm Skamania County Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall, Stevenson, WA Jock Bartley, Sandy Ficca, Bil Hopkins and Steven Weinmeister have been playing together in Firefall for over fifteen years. Chris Ball joined the band in 2002. In concert they can play over an hour of nothing but hits and radio recognizable tunes. There are plans to record a live CD to capture the fire and fun that sparks from the stage. They are writing songs for a new studio album which will hopefully soon become a reality. On February 5, 2003, the Firefall classic, 'You Are The Woman,' was featured on the Fox Network's hit TV show, 'That 70s Show.' The band's personal manager, Rick Alter of Nashville, Tenn., also manages Poco, Pure Prairie League, and the country artists, Pin Monkey and Chris Knight. FIREFALL endures because of the strength and integrity of their songs. It flourishes because of the energy and spontaneity that is so evident on stage and in the studio. FIREFALL will continue as long as there are people who want to hear great music and great singers and musicians. Thank you, one and all!!!