Look out! Lavay is back!
We love this wild and crazy lady.
Lavay Smith is internationally recognized as The Queen Of Classic Jazz & Blues in the authentic style of the 1940's and 1950's. Lavay's last album received a prestigious 4 & 1/2 Star review in Downbeat magazine.
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“Lavay is wonderful! She and her band are a breath of fresh air. It is so unlikely and so exciting that a band would appear on the scene today that plays classic jazz and blues so well and so convincingly.”
---Johnny Otis
“The San Francisco-based Lavay Smith & Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers are a notable exception to the retro-swing norm. The saucy vocalist and her eight-piece crew actually know the difference between jump music and bland R&B in corny suits. They have been a working unit since 1989 and sound as tight as the legendary musicians they choose to emulate.”
---Bob Blumenthal, Boston Globe
“A lush vocal style recalling both Bessie Smith and Dinah Washington.”
----Don Heckman, Los Angeles Times
“Splendid vocals and exemplary material.” ---Frank-John Hadley, Downbeat
“Hands-down the best thing to come out of the jump/swing revival...the gal can sing her tail off.”
---Paul de Barros, Seattle Times
“First-rate vocals...magnificent arrangements...the best combo in town.”
--- Phil Elwood, San Francisco Examiner
“A living testament to the jump-blues era, Lavay is an impassioned singer.”
---William Stephenson, Jazziz
“As close to the real deal as you can get.” ---Adam Mazmanian, The New York Press
“Pure class and a sense of humor...a time machine in vintage threads.”---Tom Hyslop, Blues Revue
“As a singer, Smith is both ravishing and compelling, and her band, led by pianist Chris Siebert, is world-class.” ---Marian Wallace, Alternative Press Magazine
“Outstanding...the real deal. Unlike some retro-swing outfits that put posturing above musicianship, Smith and her red-hot musicians are schooled in the nuances of blues, swing, and bop.”
---Lee Hildebrand, East Bay Express
“The Skillet Lickers are bona fide jazz players, proffering chops and Basie-esque arrangements to shame all other modern groups of their ilk. Then there's Smith, whose sultry vocals readily betray the influence of Billie Holiday, Little Esther and Dinah Washington while sounding slavish to none.”
--Buddy Siegal, Orange County Weekly
“I love this band-they’re great!” ---President Bill Clinton
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Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Monday, June 6, 2011
Country Throwdown Com'n to Town! Murphys that is!
Mark your calendars! June 26 @ Ironstone! Here they come! Willie Nelson and the Country Throwdown Tour!
Check out the Willie page above!
Buy your tickets here! http://www.ticketmaster.com/search?tm_link=tm_homeA_header_search&q=Ironstone&search.x=74&search.y=8
Check out the Willie page above!
Buy your tickets here! http://www.ticketmaster.com/search?tm_link=tm_homeA_header_search&q=Ironstone&search.x=74&search.y=8
Monday, May 30, 2011
In Honor, Reverance & Remembrance
May we all remember those who have given their lives on our behalf..
for our freedom to speak, our freedom to believe, our freedom to be who we are...
May our hearts never forget and be forever grateful for the sacrifice of our loved ones,
Not only on this special day, for eternity..
Friday, May 13, 2011
Art Helen Scofield solo exhibit at Ironstone
Local artist Helen Scofield opens her solo exhibit here at Ironstone this weekend. running through June 28th. This show demonstrates Helen's diversity as a painter. Her subject matter is portrayed boldly yet with sensitivity of brush strokes.
Below are just a few samples of the stunning pieces that await you. Open 10 - 5 daily, just below the tasting room here at Ironstone.
Monday, May 2, 2011
Moorcroft Pottery Update!
Update! We had a great day with Robert drooling all over the newest Moorcroft designs. He also brought one of Britains leading photo mags with full photo coverage of the royal wedding. Some great photos not seen by any of us. Word has it that the Royal Wedding commemorative Moorcroft vase has been one of the best selling pieces in Moorcroft's history. It is a beautiful piece. For those collectors that were unable to attend, touch base with us here in the Museum for your copy of the 2011 catalogue.
Robert hates having his picture taken! Can you tell? |
A Royal Wedding Commemorative Moorcroft vase |
We have always enjoyed Robert's visits. It is much like Christmas as he slowly opens his huge travel case and gently unwraps each treasure, one by one. It has been actually breathtaking as the wrapping comes off. Moorcroft catalogues, as hard as they try, do not do justice to the vivid colors or artistic details of these stunning pieces of art pottery. They are a must see.
We will be offering a 15% discount on any prepaid orders on new designs made with Robert on that Wednesday as well as a 20% savings on the limited edition Obsession piece while supply lasts, pictured above. So do not miss your opportunity to see the beauty first hand, get all your questions answered by the pro and add to your collection.
Will you join us?
Saturday, April 30, 2011
Sierra Green Days returns to Ironstone this weekend!
Sierra Green Days returns to Ironstone this weekend. Much bigger than last year! So much to see, learn & do! Check out these links for more information:
http://foothillsustainability.org/
http://foothillsustainability.org/sgd/
http://foothillsustainability.org/
http://foothillsustainability.org/sgd/
Monday, April 18, 2011
Color Color Color! Flowers Flowers Flowers!
Mix the two, Color & Flowers and what a stunning display it is! It is Springtime at Ironstone!
Time to reflect on our blessings of family & friends,
time to stop and smell the flowers ...
Mother Nature's Glory ...
Bring your cameras and your loved ones ...
Below we have a wonderful treat! Daffodils, Tulips and Iris together!
With the weather cooling this week, we may see this stunning display at the Mother's Day Brunch!
Time to reflect on our blessings of family & friends,
time to stop and smell the flowers ...
Mother Nature's Glory ...
Bring your cameras and your loved ones ...
Below we have a wonderful treat! Daffodils, Tulips and Iris together!
With the weather cooling this week, we may see this stunning display at the Mother's Day Brunch!
Thursday, March 24, 2011
Health Fair Huge success
Mark Twain St. Joseph Hospital is hosting their annual Spring Health Fair today with radio 93.5 KKBN. http://www.kkbn.com/2010/02/mark-twain-st-josephs-hospital-first-spring-health-fair
Coming in this morning I couldn't believe my eyes! The parking lots were full with overflow lots near so. I would say this years Health Fair was quite the success. The earlybirds were here for the blood tests. That required fasting 24 hours so the earlier they were here the sooner they could have breakfast! Kudos to Mark Twain for another successful event. Till next year!
Coming in this morning I couldn't believe my eyes! The parking lots were full with overflow lots near so. I would say this years Health Fair was quite the success. The earlybirds were here for the blood tests. That required fasting 24 hours so the earlier they were here the sooner they could have breakfast! Kudos to Mark Twain for another successful event. Till next year!
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