2010 international Blues & Arts Fiesta 2010 Program
2010 Blues & Arts Welcome As president of the San Felipe B.C. Lions Club, I
The proceeds from the Blues and Arts Fiesta will
would like to thank all of you for attending the 4th
be donated to Sonshine Hacienda, D.I.F. and the
Annual Blues and Arts Fiesta. The event today
Red Cross., so enjoy the bands, the arts and our
involved the efforts of over 200 people. Thanks to
beautiful village on the Sea of Cortez.
all of our San Felipe Lions, the Mexicali Lions and all of our friends of Lions.
Sincerely,
Gary Dilley Gary Dilley
Performance Schedule 9:50
Open Ceremony Pat Butler Ambassador to the Blues
10:00 – 11:00
Vatos Locos
11:15 – 12:15
820 Band
12:30 – 1:30
Ruta 69
1:45 – 2:45
Chet & the Committee
3:00 – 4:00
Michele Lundeen
4:15 – 5:15
Agave Blues
5:30 –6:45
Becki Sue & Her Big Rockin’ Daddies!
7:00 – 8:15
Sean Carney Band w/ Phil Berkowitz
8:30 – 9:30
Javier Batiz
History The original concept of the International Blues & Arts Fiesta started in 2005 by the San Felipe Blues and Arts Society, consisting of Diane Grubb, Rick Rudd and Heather Penrod; and although it’s not the same event today, the foundation created by these three was solid. Diane had organized art shows and festivals in the States, Rick was an artist as well as musician, and Heather promoted music in Reno at a roadhouse bar and was on the board of the Reno Blues Society. In 2005 they produced their first art show at the San Felipe Storage Facility owned by the Grubbs. Rick thought a little music would be nice while people were looking at the art. No problem—he had friends that could play. For the next two years this group would produce their art show. In 2007, they decided to do a twoday event, and billed it as the First Annual Blues and Arts Festival. It was held at the Beachcomber Courtyard. The artists had exhibits on the street along the malecon, and inside the bar the bands would play. The bands featured were 3rd Generation, Vatos Locos, Michele Lundeen and Blues Streak, and Full Moon Blues Band. The day of the show, the sound man failed to show up. Arturo and Tavo of 3rd Generation came to their rescue. Of course, there were others who helped—things pulled together and the event raised money for Shriners and the local community. In 2008, The Lions Club of San Felipe took over the reigns of the event and asked John and Rachel Pack of Mexico Living to help. John
and Rachel had a long history of promoting and marketing large events, and after seeing the great accomplishments of Gary Dilley and the young Lions Club—at the time, less than a year old—John and Rachel joined the Lions Club themselves; and together, they began producing what is now called the the International Blues & Arts Fiesta. 2008 was an incredible year for the Blues, it went from a bar to the baseball field, reached out across all of Baja, Sonora, and both Southern California and Arizona to attract international artists, and featured world-class bands from the same regions. The event raised enough money to provide eye care, surgeries, and various other medical services and equipment for the San Felipe Community. In 2009, under new Lions President, Hal “Paco” Clark, the Lions Club, Mexico Living and an army of professionals, volunteers and supporters, the Fiesta was the best year to date. They raised enough money to not only provide the medical support to the community but also help to build an orphanage for displaced and abused children. In 2010, Gary Dilley has once again taken the reigns of the Lions Club and now—along with new Lion’s vice president Jim Moore of Agave Blues, John and Rachel Pack of Mexico Living, and nearly 200 other professionals, volunteers and supporters—presents the Fiesta you see today. The 2010 International Blues & Arts Fiesta is a showcase for some of the finest artists and best blues bands in this part of the world. Thank you for being part of the event, and for “Changing Lives Through Music and Art.”
The Bands AgAve Blues
This talented group of players creates a mix, of originals and favorites, delivered with polish and style. They have won numerous awards and headlined the 2009 “Ensenada Blues & Rock Fiesta” to standing ovations and encores. Always “In the Pocket” their appearance promises to be another great show!
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San Diego’s Premier “Down and Dirty” Blues Band. These guys knocked us out last year and we are delighted to have them back again. They always bring their “A” game and will “groove on” with their smooth “roots blues” style. Look for their new CD at the Fiesta!
JAvier BAtiz
Legendary Guitar Player! He is the “Godfather of Mexican Rock.” This remarkable talent has been creating great music for many years with more than 30 albums to his credit, and he promises to rock the house. Rumor has it that Javier taught Carlos Santana to play rock (not just a rumor).
2010 blues & Arts SPONSORS Title
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presenting
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Becki sue & Her Big rockin’ DADDies!
Winners of “Best Band” Western Washington State. This high energy blues band will get you up and dancing. They bring a great show with great music. We hope to have their new CD available at the event. Enjoy!
micHele lunDeen
”The Queen of Steam” herself! Michele has been nominated for “Best Blues” 2009 by the “San Diego Music Awards” and was a nominee in 2006. This will be her fourth appearance at the “Fiesta.” High energy with a great voice. A blues treasure for sure!
Channel 11
Coca-Cola
Gold
The Bands rutA 69
El Dorado Home Builders
Sandollar
Los Arcos
Bullseye Amusement
Valley Auto Liquidators
Zapp
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vAtos locos
“Ensenada’s Best Musicians.” An AllStar cast, promises to be a great show. These guys reflect the popularity of Rock and Blues in Mexico. “West Coast Style,” West Coast Baja that is!
This local San Felipe band brings a surf music flavor to our event. They play “Surfabilly” blues with a style of their own. This power trio promises to keep you in motion. This will be their fourth appearance.
seAn cArney BAnD witH PHil Berkowitz
820 BAnD
”2007 International Blues Challenge winner and Albert King Award winner as Most Promising Guitar Player.” What an honor to have this great band in our “Fiesta.” Sean teams up with the legendary Phil Berkowitz, the “Master of the Blues Harmonica.” Hold on to your seats, this promises to be a show to remember.
This Southern California favorite will get ya goin’. Great Players create Great Music! With the release of their new CD, this band will definitely leave a lasting impression. They have many credits and will knock you out!
The artists AnDrenA Joyce – Acrylic PAinter
Andrena Joyce says her style varies but she definitely enjoys whimsy in her art. She considers painting her form of therapy, and says, “Having a purpose to paint makes it just more meaningful to me.”
Arturo gomez – PAintings, tiles, custom murAls
Arturo Gomez’ reflects the flavor of Baja in a variety of mediums but his true love is painting. His work can be found at the Cachinilla Swap Meet, and in many of the shops downtown; and he paints custom designed murals in homes.
BAJA nuevA – luxury contemPorAry Home Décor
Baja Nueva specializes in luxury contemporary home décor, accessories and furniture, and takes enormous pride in designing a unique setting for the discriminating buyer. Many of their items are custom made and one of a kind.
BAJA treAsures
Vickie Rama has been designing and carving for 25 years in a variety of mediums from porcelain to bone. Vickie Silva has
been designing unique clothing and accessories for 20 years and sells her jean bags and purses in numerous U.S. boutiques.
El Dorado Ranch
Desert motHers
Desert Mothers is an organization building bridges between Mexican Women and foreign communities.
DigitAl Designs By roBin
When Robin found a media that could transcend traditional painting, she became a digital artist. Her new technique uses photography and digital painting—creating a timeless heirloom from your photograph.
Baja Diamante / S.F. Marina
Tecys Security
Fotografia Alvarez
elizABetH kAPA
Each of Elizabeth Kapa’s paintings is an adventure, exploring each subject and how the light affects the form, whether it’s fleeting, spilling over, striking or glowing. Her brush creates an environment that draws you in, passionately kisses your eyes and inspires delight.
HuicHol Art
Huichol Shaman, Jose Hernandez Sanchez brings the art made in his village of Tepic, Nayarit: string and wax paintings, hand-beaded jewelry and textiles.
San Felipe Disposal
Baja Home Improvements
Midway Nissan
The artists mArilyn PArDee
Red Wagon Property Services
El Cortez Hotel
Peoples Gallery offers an assortment of handcrafted items by Mexican and American artists. Unique paintings, jewelery, stone and wood sculptures, wood carvings, funiture, wall hangings, cards and crafts are available. B-Dazzled by Debbie jewlery will be featured.
mArPivisions
rutH olivAr millAn
mAry moBley – cerAmic Potter
S e c u r i t y
I n s i d e
Mary Mobley found the art medium of clay in 1992 . . . or rather it found her. Her clay ideas are pressed, pulled, scored, rolled, dug out and attached with attention to the forms of nature as her inspiration.
San Felipe STORAGE Company Household goods moving and impor ting
San Felipe Storage
PeoPles gAllery
Marilyn is returning to the textile arts after a 20-year hiatus to raise her daughter. She designed and manufactured under the label “PARDEE” and her line was carried in boutiques and prestigious stores throughout the U.S.
Marie-Pierre creates fanciful designs in sewing creations using color and textures of different fabrics. Each piece is an original creation.
Maquineria de Elevacion
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PAi-PAi Potters – DAriA mAriscAl
Daria Mariscal makes traditional pit-fired pottery and quarries her own clay. She also weaves baskets with juncus, palm and pinon pine needles.
Internationally acclaimed, Ruth is a Chicana multimedia artist that expresses herself in acrylics, watercolors, wood block prints and ceramic sculpture. She calls her work “Chicana Espressionism.”
sAm BroDersen
Sam Brodersen is a massage therapist, and utilizes both Eastern and Western modalities and incorporates different techniques to offer a unique full body or targeted area massage.
scott o. kenneDy
Worldwide acclaimed marine artist, Scott has now turned his attention to the colors and rhythm of Baja. His paintings always seek to capture the essence of the scene he is painting.
vAlentinA rAgsDAle
Valentina was born and raised in Russia. She has produced work ranging from paintings to interior design. Her works are located in private collections in Mexico, Russia, America, Germany, Israel and other countries.
Thank you
silver San Felipe Home Builders Parra Electric
government & locAl officiAls Delegado of San Felipe: CP. Hazael Sierra Castillo Presidente of Mexicali: Lic. Rodolfo Valdez Gutierrez Cotuco San Felipe:Lic. Ruben de la Pena Cotuco Mexicali:Lic. Cesar S. Ruiz San Felipe Fire Department Capitan: Francisco Javier Sepulveda San Felipe Police Department Commandante: Oscar Martinez San Felipe Red Cross Presidente del Consejo: C. Ernesto Coronel
tHe mexicAli lions cluBs
They were a HUGE help this year. Mexical Palaco Lions Club Especially, C.L Salvador Sanchez Rosas and Antonio Beltran Salas
Versoleil Landscaping Pure & clear S.A.de C.V. VIP Earth Events Casey’s Place Materials La Competencia G. Stonjik & K. Ferrell Belen Siababa C. & M. Gonzolez C.& P. Bubenhiem
Bronze Jollymon Bar Oxxo Baja Bound Insurance
committee HeADs 2010 Blues & Arts Gary Dilley, Committee Chairman Elayne Caldwell, Secretary Jimmy Moore Co-Chairman, Talent John & Rachel Pack, Art Design Bob Lux, Food Booth Vanice French, Artist Sales Gary Dilley, Sponsor Sales John & Rachel Pack, Marketing Penny Nask, Press Writer Bill Maine, Stage Ron & Susie Stephens, Merchandise Purchase Pam Pastore, Housing Jeannie Pepler, Hospitality Gary Lewis, Security Shirley Moore, Advance Ticketing Paul Preppernau, Site Map Ian Thompso, Lighting Mike & Dawni Miller, Bar Robin Kissee, Volunteer Coordinator Gene Jensen & Derek Hamlin, Set up / Tear Down
Sun runner Kiki’s Hotel The Peoples’ Gallery Agave Blues Band Del Desierto Communications Georges Hotel Maderas San Felipe Petes Camp Mercado Hipon Paul Gerber H. & M. Louvigny Mimi Johnson Jay & Sue Dyer Cliff Tsay Dan & Audrey Coffman Belen Siababa C. & M. Gonzalez Hotel Don Jesus
patron Alanis Insurance Dee & Kristi Sucher
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