STONE MOUNTAIN ARTS CENTER GETAWAY PACKAGES
®

February 6 (Saturday):
Heather Masse with
pianist Jed Wilson
The
Wailin' Jennys'
singer Heather Masse doing soulful, jazz-inspired duets with pianist Jed Wilson.
Imagine Heather's beautiful voice with just piano... SMAC is the perfect room
for this special show with our Brownfield's hometown diva. Don't miss it... a
quick sell out.
Listen at
http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/heathermasse
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$355

February 12 (Friday):
Sonny Landreth
Don't miss another appearance of Sonny and his band. Sonny is a huge SMAC
favorite! Yes, Sonny Landreth is know for his untouchable slide playing, but his
soulful southern style songwriting is just as much a contributor to his
legendary status among guitar Gods of today. He is loud and proud!!
"A bona fide guitar hero." Entertainment Weekly
"He is probably the most underestimated musician on the planet and also probably
one of the most advanced." Eric Clapton
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$368

February 14 (Sunday):
Carol Noonan presents: Stone Mountain LIVE with special guests
Susan Werner
&
Harry Manx
Carol Noonan and her Stone Mountains Boys, fronted by guitarists
Duke Levine and Kevin Barry, host a star studded concert featuring many special
musical guests and a variety of amazing music. With a house band to give the
Tonight Show some competition, this unique concert is fast becoming one of
Maine's most treasured traditions. The show is a great display of solo
performance and collaboration with all these talented musicians.
NOTE: Because of limited seating for the Stone Mountain LIVE shows, all
package seating for these shows will be in the balcony. Also, all Stone Mountain
LIVE shows begin at 7:30pm.
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$355

February 19 (Friday):
Comedian
Bob Marley
A local phenomenon and a national success. Come see why.
It hurts he's so funny! From the Tonight Show to the Merril Auditorium,
to a little stage in Brownfield (that he loves to make fun of by the way...),
you can't not have fun!
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$365

February 20 (Saturday):
Paul Rishell & Annie Raines
In keeping with their promise to try to bring shows for all kinds of
pocketbooks, here is the fourth in the series of "Recession Sessions" shows that
SMAC will be presenting throughout the year.
After 17 years and six albums, including the W.C. Handy award-winning "Moving to
the Country", country blues guitar master Paul Rishell and harmonica wizard
Annie Raines have become the blues’ most dynamic duo. Their masterful
performances have won them fans around the globe
"W.C. Handy Award-winners Paul Rishell and Annie Raines are rousing interpreters
of country blues, the original acoustic style that gave birth to electric blues,
R&B, and rock. While their guitar, harmonica, and vocals are roiling, muscular
and masterful, their shows are down home-friendly and fun-loving." The Boston
Globe
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$300

February 25 (Thursday):
David Bromberg Quartet
From Carol Noonan, owner of the Stone Mountain Arts Center: "I always have a
hard time describing the amazing musician... an eclectic style of hillbilly
jazz, bluegrass, blues, folk, country & western, and rock & roll. It seems like
having him wear all these musical hats makes it hard to say what he is best
at... what he is best at is being Dave Bromberg... no one like him. Four of his
albums in our record collection confirms that."
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$385

February 26 (Friday):
Tom Rush
Tom Rush is a gifted musician and performer, whose shows offer a musical
celebration... a journey into the tradition and spectrum of what music has been,
can be and will become. His distinctive guitar style, wry humor and warm,
expressive voice have made him both a legend and a lure to audiences around the
world. His shows are filled with the rib-aching laughter of terrific
story-telling, the sweet melancholy of ballads and the passion of gritty blues.
This folk icon is back for yet another "encore performance"... come see why he
always sell out!
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$388

February 27 (Saturday):
Mindy Smith
It took eight years for Mindy Smith to become an
overnight sensation. Part of that success was her hypnotic and rootsy hit, "Come
to Jesus", along with a very cool cover of Dolly Parton's "Jolene". She has been
compared to the likes of Guilian Welch and Patty Griffin, but she is a singer
all her own. The world discovered her suddenly around 2004; that’s when she
started winning awards, appearing on national TV, inspiring critics and artists
to sing her praises (and her songs). But when she wasn’t accepting Best New
Artist honors from the Americana Music Association, sharing stages with the
likes of Mavis Staples, Patty Griffin, Dolly Parton and Emmylou Harris, or
winging across the ocean to recruit new fans in the U.K., she was often doing
the same thing she’d done when she was new to Nashville. She was, in other
words, in a room with a guitar, closing a door and coaxing music up from
somewhere down inside.
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$370

March 6 (Saturday):
Carol Noonan presents: Stone Mountain LIVE with special guest
Bill Kirchen
Special guest, Rockabilly guitarist Bill Kirchen, is
famous for his original riffs on the Commander Cody version of "Hot Rod Lincoln"
fame! Known as the "Titan of the Telecaster", Bill will be joining Carol and the
the Stone Mountain Boys fronted by guitarists
Duke Levine
and Kevin Barry for a very special concert
featuring other musical guests, and a variety of amazing music. With a house
band to give the Tonight Show some competition, this unique concert is fast
becoming one of Maine's most treasured traditions. The real star of the show is
the collaboration between all these musicians, drawing audiences from all over
New England to this little show.
NOTE: Because of limited seating for the Stone Mountain LIVE shows, all
package seating for these shows will be in the balcony. Also, all Stone Mountain
LIVE shows begin at 7:30pm.
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$345

March 10 (Wednesday):
Altan - Celebrating 25 Years
Together
Over those years they have established themselves as
one of the most important live acts to play traditional Irish music in Ireland
and on the World stage. Arguably Ireland's biggest name in traditional music,
The Boston Globe has described them as “The hottest group in the Celtic realm!”
Altan has toured all over the USA and Europe. They also enjoy popularity in
Japan where they frequently tour and have hosted Altan festivals in the middle
of Tokyo to thousands of enthusiastic fans. Don't miss them.
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$375

March 13 (Saturday):
Carolina
Chocolate Drops
The Carolina Chocolate Drops are a group of young African-American
stringband musicians that have come to together to play the rich tradition of
fiddle and banjo music in Carolinas’ piedmont. Think of traditional
African-American music, and the genres that come to mind are gospel, blues and
jazz; few people think of old-time string band music. But the antebellum
combination of banjo and fiddle used to be a tradition in most black rural
communities in the South. These three young and talented musicians are
recognized as leading the revival of this venerable musical tradition. They will
go back in time. Highly SMAC recommended.
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$335

March 19 (Friday):
Orchestra Morphine featuring Billy Conway, Dana Colley & Friends
The band Morphine was one of the most critically acclaimed alternative
bands of the nineties. Lead singer Mark Sandman left us way too early and a last
album was recorded before the trio could tour in support of it. Original
members Billy Conway and Dana Colley have put together a nine piece "orchestra"
from Mark's musical past to perform those songs and pay tribute to this great
musician and the amazing music that he left us with.
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$350

March 20 (Saturday):
Terrance Simien
For more than two decades
Grammy award winning artist Terrance Simien,
eighth generation Louisiana Creole has been shattering the
myths about what his indigenous Creole Zydeco music is and is not.
Leading his Zydeco Experience Band, Simien has
become one of the most respected and internationally recognized touring and
recording artists in roots music today. He has performed over 5,000 concerts,
toured millions of miles to over 40 countries and reached at least a million
people during his eventful 25 year career.
NOTE: Because this is a dance show, all package seating will be in the
balcony.
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$285

March 25 (Thursday): Nitty
Gritty Dirt Band
Their "Circle be Unbroken" album was on may people's record players 24/7.
Since their inception, this band went from a hippy hillbilly jug band to a huge
part of the southern rock and folk history. "Circle" and its follow up has won
multiple Grammys and awards. The original album remains such a significant
effort that 30 years later it was one of 50 recordings to be honored and
preserved by the Library of Congress. Their version of "Mister Bojangles" will
be inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame this year and soon after that they will
climb up the hill to see us here at Stone Mountain! Jeff Hanna, Jimmie Fadden,
Bob Carpenter and John McEuen are still going strong. A quick sell out! Check
out this great video where the Nitty Gritty Band invites a who's who of guests
to sing their signature song:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sLD85G2jr-o&feature=related
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$425

March 27 (Saturday):
Cheryl Wheeler
Cheryl can really make you cry with a song and then
really make you laugh with the next one. She wears her politics on her sleeve
with a brutal honesty that has a uniquely "Cheryl" way of looking at the
world... it's a world you will love to live in. Come see why she is always a
sell out. A SMAC favorite!
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$365

March 28 (Sunday): Suzanne
Vega
Widely regarded as one of the most brilliant songwriters of her generation,
Suzanne Vega emerged as a leading figure of the folk-music revival of the early
1980s when, accompanying herself on acoustic guitar, she sang what has been
labeled contemporary folk or neo-folk songs of her own creation in Greenwich
Village clubs. Don't miss it!
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$435

April 2 (Friday):
John Gorka
John Gorka is an honored icon of folk tradition. Energetic acoustic music
that is not a trend, not a fad, but an expression of everyday life, is his
trademark. John's rich baritone voice and unique songcraft weave a magical spell
that can only be described as 'Gorka'. "Gorka is widely heralded for the
sophisticated intelligence and provocative originality of his songs." Boston
Globe
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$345

April 11 (Sunday):
Ruthie Foster
Back again!
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$355

April 16 (Friday):
Cowboy
Junkies
SMAC's now annual appearance by this cool breeze of band. They do very
special shows when they come up here to to country, so don't miss it... always a
fast sell out.
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$415

April 17 (Saturday):
Patty Larkin
with special guests the Nields
2010 marks Patty's 25th year of recording music, and to celebrate she will
release a special album called "25" which will feature 25 artists from her
amazing career... a who's who of singer and songwriters, who will help honor her
prolific career. She will be touring this album this summer with many of the
special guests from the album. Each stop will be different and our stop will
host Patty along with the Nields... sisters Nerissa and Katryna will warm
audiences with their beautiful harmonies and terrific songwriting. A really cool
night of music from three great women. Come join Patty's party!
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$345

April 18 (Sunday): Jayme
Stone
Two-time Juno Award winning banjoist Jayme Stone and Malian kora master
Yacouba Sissoko build a boundary-crossing musical bridge from Africa to
Appalachia in their new collaboration.
"Stone's scope is far-reaching, connecting seemingly disparate cultures with a
passion for music that runs through bluegrass, jazz and "the grit of roots
music" to West Africa." - Boston Globe
Shown here with Mansa Sissoka and others:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cfKcaPcKbnQ
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$335

April 23 (Friday):
Richie Havens
Richie always sells out quickly,.. and for good reason. He is part of our
history... a folk icon who changed many people's lives at Woodstock that day,
and now in his late sixties he is still moving mountains with his voice and
guitar. Don't miss this chance to see someone who will remind you that the world
is a really good place because we have each other. Here comes the sun... doo,
doo, doo, doo.
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$385

April 24 (Saturday):
Cherish the Ladies
"Cherish the Ladies has been a leading group in the Irish traditional
world...it is simply impossible to imagine an audience that wouldn't enjoy what
they do." That's a quote from the Boston Globe and they could not be more right!
SMAC is so excited to have the "ladies" back. Their Christmas shows have been a
treat each year, but it will be an extra special treat to hear them do their traditional
fare. Don't miss it... a quick sell out!
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$385

May 7 (Friday):
Greg Brown
Greg is one of the most respected song writers of his generation. His
seasoned storytelling, and music are deeply rooted in the Midwest, but now he
moves audiences with his warmth, humor, and thundering voice all over the
country and abroad. The heaviest hitting folkie around and always a sell out.
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$380

May 8 (Saturday): Gordon Bok
Growing up in a coastal town of Maine gave folk singer Gordon Bok a strong
foundation for what would ultimately be a lifetime of songwriting. His
experience in and around the working boat culture of the Gulf of Maine enabled
him to spin into song the diverse voices of fishermen and other sea-folk,
crafting a penetrating vignette or a full-fledged ballad as the material
demands. If you love songs about the sea, don't miss it.
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$335

May 15 (Saturday): Darol
Anger and his Republic of Strings
Is Darol Anger a bluegrass fiddle? A classical violinist? A jazz virtuoso?
He is all of the above!! He has had numerous collaborations with
the likes of some of the world's great improvising string musicians, among them
Stephane Grappelli, Mark O'Connor, David Grisman, Tony Rice, Bela Fleck and
Vassar Clements. These collaborations and crossovers of different genres give
Darol his unique musical voice. He is an exciting performer to see and his
Republic of Strings project is no exception. Five great players taking you over
a creative terrain where bluegrass, jazz, classical, pop, and various world
music mingle, played by musicians who care more for inspiration than they do for
genre.
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$345

May 21 (Sunday):
Crooked Still
Rock energy coexists with old-time mountain soul. Spooky backwoods melodies
combine with hip hard-hitting beats. Raw, searing blues riffs intermingle with
high heavenly vocals. Sound good? Here's the catch: No electricity. No drums.
Fresh out of the studio with a new album... meet Crooked Still, the hot young
alternative bluegrass group on a mission to bend the boundaries of traditional
music. The unlikely combination of banjo, cello and double-bass drives this low
lonesome band, whose captivating vocals and high-wire solos have enraptured
audiences all over North America and Ireland since 2001.
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$355

June 11 (Friday):
Le Vent du Nord
Back again for a reason! Fiddle, accordion, hurdy-gurdy, guitar, strong
harmony vocals, a strong Celtic and Breton influence, and heavy boots for
time-keeping make up this Quebecois band. These guys play beautiful and happy
music that is sure to bring you to your feet.
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$375

June 26 (Saturday):
Christine Lavin
The zaniest folkie on the circuit... Christine's shows are so fun. Great
music, lots of laughs and some audience interaction to boot! A singer songwriter
with a New York sensibility who will thoroughly entertain you. She is a one of a
kind gal, for a one of a kind show.
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$365

July 3 (Saturday):
Carol Noonan presents: Stone Mountain LIVE with special guests
Scottish master fiddler Alasdair Fraser
and cello ace Natalie Haas
Carol Noonan and her Stone Mountains Boys, fronted by guitarists
Duke Levine and Kevin Barry, host a star studded concert featuring many special
musical guests and a variety of amazing music. With a house band to give the
Tonight Show some competition, this unique concert is fast becoming one of
Maine's most treasured traditions. The show is a great display of solo
performance and collaboration with all these talented musicians.
NOTE: Because of limited seating for the Stone Mountain LIVE shows, all
package seating for these shows will be in the balcony. Also, all Stone Mountain
LIVE shows begin at 7:30pm.
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$355

July 30 (Friday):
Eileen Ivers
She's Back!! The New York Times referred to her as the "Jimmie Hendrix of the
violin". Eileen is one of the hottest Celtic fiddlers of our generation, but her
shows with Immigrant Soul are a wild ride of global music. This show come highly
SMAC recommended.
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$405

August 7 (Saturday):
Carol Noonan presents: Stone Mountain LIVE with special guest
Chris Smither
Yes, folks this is SMAC at its best... Stone Mountain LIVE hosted by Carol
Noonan and the Stone Mountain Boys featuring guitarists
Duke Levine and Kevin
Barry. This is our annual anniversary show that kicks off our month long appeal
in August to support Stone Mountain Arts Center for the rest of the year. Many
of you have seen Chris Smither here for his annual dose of great music. Now he
will honor us by sharing the stage with the guys and myself on this very special
night of musical highlights and collaboration.
NOTE: Because of limited seating for the Stone Mountain LIVE shows, all
package seating for these shows will be in the balcony. Also, all Stone Mountain
LIVE shows begin at 7:30pm.
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$355

August 19 (Thursday):
Celtic Crossroads
Celtic Crossroads is critically acclaimed as 'the most exhilarating and
authentic show to come from Ireland in decades - not to be missed'. They are the
"reel deal"! It is an explosion of youthful energy and dazzling musicianship.
Celtic Crossroads abounds with fusions of traditional Irish music, bluegrass,
gypsy and jazz while pulsating with the rhythms of exciting Irish dance
percussion. Spontaneous mid show ovations are the norm and enraptured Celtic
Crossroads audiences are always compelled to shout and SHOUT for more.
Watch them... they are amazing:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4wDtEDAy0Js
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$395

August 20 (Friday):
The
Wailin' Jennys - a benefit for Mountain Top Music Center*
Featuring Fryeburg Academy alumna Heather Masse, a gal from our own
backyard, The Wailin' Jennys are three extraordinary voices, two founding
singer-songwriters, one singular vision: The Wailin' Jennys continue to evolve
into far more than the melodious sum of their individual talents five years
after blowing in on a fresh acoustic breeze from Canada's mid-western heartland.
They are the Prairie Home Companion Darlings... a favorite of Garrison Keillor.
Forget The Dixie Chicks! The folk and country trio, The Wailin' Jennys, are back
again transforming the instruments and the harmonies of folk and country into
something wonderfully different.
*Mountaintop Music is a cause that the Stone Mountain Arts Center is
a proud to support. SMAC does this because they are the only lesson program in
our rural area. Until recently they didn't even have a building. They borrowed
church basements, private parlors and anything else they could scrounge up to
hold the scores of kids and adults who participate in the lesson program. As you
know the school funding for music is shameful and we have to look to our
communities for music enlightenment now. This is SMAC's way to help. Please
visit their web site:
http://www.mountaintopmusic.org
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$435

August 21 (Saturday):
Suzy Bogguss
Suzy Bogguss is not just a country music star, she has become part of the
SMAC family. She has one of the most generous spirits and that spirit really
comes through her music. She is fun, beautiful and sings like an angel...
another not to be missed.
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$420

August 27 (Friday):
Natalie MacMaster
The amazing powerhouse from Cape Breton, Natalie is THE Celtic fiddler to
see... she dances, she fiddles while she and her band put on a wildly exciting
show. She sold out in a Celtic heartbeat last time she was at SMAC and folks
were desperate for tickets... don't wait too long.
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$430

September 2 (Thursday):
Rhonda Vincent
SMAC has been waiting for her for three years! Seven
times named Female Vocalist of the Year at the International Bluegrass Music
Awards, Rhonda Vincent has turned her group The Rage into a bluegrass
institution. It is one of the tightest bluegrass shows around. Known as the
Mandolin Mama, she has forged ahead musically where other female grassers dared
not go. A beauty queen with leather pants and all, Rhonda plays the heart out of
the bluegrass tradition, while bringing something fresh and exciting to her
feverish audience. A quick sell out!
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$395

September 4 (Saturday):
Carol Noonan presents: Stone Mountain LIVE with special guest
Comedian
Bob Marley
Carol Noonan and her Stone Mountains Boys, fronted by guitarists
Duke Levine and Kevin Barry, host a star studded concert featuring many special
musical guests and a variety of amazing music. With a house band to give the
Tonight Show some competition, this unique concert is fast becoming one of
Maine's most treasured traditions. The show is a great display of solo
performance and collaboration with all these talented musicians.
NOTE: Because of limited seating for the Stone Mountain LIVE shows, all
package seating for these shows will be in the balcony. Also, all Stone Mountain
LIVE shows begin at 7:30pm.
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$355

September 2 (Sunday):
Riders in the Sky
They are real honest to goodness Singing Cowboys! For thirty years, Grammy
award winning Riders In The Sky have been keepers of the flame passed on by the
Sons of the Pioneers, Gene Autry and Roy Rogers, reviving and revitalizing the
of the singing cowboy. While remaining true to the integrity of Western music,
they have themselves become modern-day icons by branding the genre with their
own legendary wacky humor and way-out Western wit, and all along encouraging
buckaroos and buckarettes to live life "The Cowboy Way!" But the animated
character that history will most certainly link to Riders In The Sky is the
loveable cowboy Woody, as Riders performed "Woody's Round Up" in "Toy Story 2",
with the album of the same name garnering Riders their first Grammy Award in
2001 for "Best Musical Album for Children". The ponies are rested and watered,
and America's Favorite Cowboys are ready to saddle up and ride up the hill to
Stone Mountain Arts Center... Happy Trails!!!
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$405

September 25 (Saturday):
Tim
O'Brien
SMAC owner, Carol Noonan, calls Tim an American
folkie. That conjures up a lot of styles, and that is Tim. His songs tell
stories like a good folk singer should, but his sound is pure "Americana".
Somewhere between Bluegrass and Country with a little old time mountain music
thrown in between, this Grammy award winning singer song writer is a musician's
musician. Oh, and he plays guitar, fiddle, mandolin, bouzouki and mandocello! A
sold out show last time... come see why!
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$366

November 12 (Friday):
Gibson Brothers
These young brothers of bluegrass, write really amazing songs, have
beautiful voices and are great on stage. They were at SMAC last Christmas and
they brought the house down. They have an old time feel that you can't fake...
they are the real deal.... its like they grew up in a country band decades ago
when the divisions of country music were not so defined. This show comes highly
SMAC recommended.
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$345

November 13 (Saturday):
Savoy Family Cajun Band
The sweetest little Cajun band north of Louisiana... this family band will
have you out on the dance floor in no time. They pay great tribute to the
traditional music that is the blood to their musical hearts. Great songs written
and sung sweetly by Ann Savoy and great songs to dance to played by this
terrific band of Cajun musicians, and you have got one magical night of music.
Package includes: One nights lodging with full country breakfast, dinner at the
Inn before the show (gratuity for dinner is included, but alcohol and additional
gratuity is not), a shuttle to and from the show and two tickets to the show.
$350