On Stage (Bonus): Ottmar Liebert is as international as it gets

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Ottmar Liebert
A project by Ottmar Liebert can be as international as a United Nations committee meeting.
Liebert, who will be performing with his band Luna Negra on May 24 at the Sellersville Theater (24 West Temple Avenue, Sellersville, 215-257-5808, www.st94.com), has been multi-national since he was born.
The talented musician grew up in Köln, Germany...
On Stage (Bonus): Anders Osborne is on a writing spree

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Anders Osborne
On May 20, downtown Wilmington will welcome the inaugural staging of David Bromberg’s Big Noise Festival at Tubman Garrett Park (815 Justison Street, Wilmington, http://www.bignoisefestival.com).
The festival’s all-star line-up will feature David Bromberg Big Band, Chris Robinson Brotherhood, Dr. John, Anders Osborne, Larry Campbell &...
On Stage: Jarre finally comes to North America

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Jean-Michel Jarre
Jean-Michel Jarre is a legend in the world of electronic music.
Ever since his debut album, the French composer/performer has been pushing the boundaries of music – and of attracting live audiences.
In 1990, Jarre attracted an audience of 2.5 million in front of La Défense skyline, Paris in a show commemoration celebration of the...
Art Watch: The most important art weekend of the year

The Chester County Studio Tour is this weekend
By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
The hugely anticipated art event of the year is here, The Chester County Studio Tour, is this weekend Saturday and Sunday. This year an astonishing 179 artists are showing and selling their artwork in 72 art studio locations throughout Chester County Saturday May 20th 10am-6pm, and finishing up the next day Sunday...
On stage (Bonus): Pau Kelly sings about…death

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Paul Kelly and Charlie Owen
Over the years, there have been a variety of songs devoted to death including tunes that were hits for Johnny Cash (“Cowboy’s Lament – Bury Me Not on the Lone Prairie”) and Hank Williams (“Six More Miles (To the Graveyard).”
Last year, Australia’s legendary singer/songwriter/rocker Paul Kelly released a whole album...
On Stage (Extra): The Unlikely Candidates dodge rain in Camden

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
The Unlikely Candidates
May 14 is the day to get in family mode – the day to celebrate Mother’s Day.
May 13, on the other hand, is a day to get in music mode — a day to enjoy live music…a day with plenty of good options for listening pleasure.
Whether you’re a fan of Southern Rock or the music of David Bowie — whether you’re a fan of...
Art Watch: be inspired, check out your local art association

By Lele Galer, Columnist, The Times
With the flurry of First Friday art openings behind us and The Chester County Studio Tour just over a week away, many artists you know are in a creative panic as they get art ready for the studio tour and organize works for throughout the Summer months.
Some artists are using the Studio Tour as an opportunity to create works “outside the box” of their...
On Stage (Bonus): Shannon McNally celebrates Americana

By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Shannon McNally
Wednesday is often called “Hump Day” – the mid-point of the work week.
For many, Wednesday night is a night to celebrate moving closer to the weekend.
If you’re looking for a good concert to cap off a good “Hump Day,” you’re really in luck on May 10.
Longwood FC honors du Pont, Ruoss

Brent du Pont (center) receives Jim McGovern award from Chief A. J. McCarthy (left) and Brad Bowman Jr., President of the Board of Directors.
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Longwood Fire Company has presented its prestigious Jim McGovern Service Award to Brent du Pont.
The award was given during Longwood’s annual banquet. Also honored for his 20 years of volunteer service was Matt Ruoss. Ruoss served 18...