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Greetings Friends, this week I’m organizing the details for our upcoming CD release concert. It's on Sunday and we're celebrating my new recording "Calling Me Home." We’ve got a couple of rehearsals planned and I’m putting time aside to get reacquainted with the barrage of harmony living inside of “Weird Science, Modern Times.” Who wrote that tune anyways and why?
"Calling Me Home" is a collection of my original vocal songs. The stories range from a gliding cosmic bicyclist in Kauai named Sarah to the gritty confessions a rocker that has the ironic twist of having rocket scientists for parents. Also included is the raga infused account of a glimmer of human compassion amidst the insanity that exists within the public transportation system in India—this is “Holding On in Bombay.” The albums sonic adventures finally come to the last track, the gospel tranquility of “Calling Me Home.” For the live concert I’ve written a special arrangement of this tune that brings together all of the vocalists for a cool grand finale moment. Can’t wait to hear how it sounds in 3D!
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The vocalists that are featured on the CD and who will also be singing live are:
Kevyn Lettau
Leonard Patton
Lisa Hightower
Allsion Adams Tucker
Kate Fuller
And the band will be:
Peter — guitar
Danny Green — piano
Gunnar Biggs — bass
Duncan Moore — drums
The concert will be at Tango del Rey in Pacific Beach on Sunday September 19th at 7:30PM. You can get tickets online or just show up that night. The Tango del Rey can seat around 150 people so there should be room for everyone. Kids are welcome too. Look below for the details and hopefully I'll see you there.
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On the left is Leonard Patton and that's me on the right.
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Kevyn Lettau on the left and again, me on the right.
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Writer and musician Bart Mendoza wrote a great review on “Calling Me Home” that is featured in this months San Diego Troubadour newspaper. He writes, “Stylistically, Calling Me Home is an eclectic album. Ballads rub shoulders with Brazilian samba, rock with jazz, and it’s all tied together by Sprague’s stellar playing.” Thanks Bart and if you want to read the whole review, click here.
On this Thursday evening at 7:30PM Lisa Hightower and I will be sharing our stories on KSDS Radio. We’re spreading the news about the upcoming concert plus playing a few tunes live. Tune in to see if we can intelligently string some words together without too many “umms and ahh’s.” Hah!
Also up for this week, TONIGHT I’m playing a free solo guitar concert at the Encinitas Library. Can’t wait to manipulate the silence that exists in libraries.
On Saturday evening we’re waxing up the boards and buckling in the surf leashes for a night of music at the Pacific Beach Surf Shop. They’ve done a cool redesign of the building and have included a stage and it turns out to be a great location for live music. It’ll be Kevyn, Tripp, Gunnar and myself for a night of Music in the Season of the Santa Ana Winds. See below for the fine print.
That’s it for now and thanks for reading, Peter
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Monday September 13, 2010 |
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Peter Sprague
Plays Solo |
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Encinitas Library
540 Cornish Drive
Encinitas, CA 92024
760-753-7376
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Peter Sprague — guitar
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6:30 PM |
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Solo guitar and this one is a free concert. |
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Saturday, September 18, 2010 |
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Peter Sprague
and Friends |
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The Pacific Beach Surf Shop
4150 Mission Blvd. Suite #161
San Diego, CA 92109
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Peter Sprague — guitar
Kevyn Lettau — vocals
Tripp Sprague — sax and flute
Gunnar Biggs — bass |
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8 PM |
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Music for the Season of the Santa Ana Winds!
We played this spot at the beginning of summer and the vibes were so good we had to return! |
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Sunday September 19, 2010 |
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Peter Sprague Group
Plays the Music From
Calling Me Home |
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Peter Sprague — guitar
Kevyn Lettau — vocals
Leonard Patton — vocals
Lisa Hightower — vocals
Allison Adams Tucker — vocals
Kate Fuller — vocals
Danny Green — piano
Duncan Moore — drums
Gunnar Biggs — bass |
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7:30 PM |
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For this night we're celebrating the emergence of my new recording "Calling Me Home." We've got 5 incredible vocalists and an ace band. It'll be a really special evening of bossa nova and jazz. |
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Tuesday September 21, 2010 |
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Kevyn Lettau
and Peter Sprague
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Donovan's Circle of Fifths
333 5th Ave.
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 906-4850
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Kevyn Lettau — vocals and percussion
Peter Sprague — guitar
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7 PM |
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Swank downtown joint with Kevyn and I supplying the soundtrack. |
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Thursday September 23, 2010 |
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Peter Sprague
Plays Solo |
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The Roxy Restaurant
517 S. Coast Highway 101
Encinitas, CA
760-436-5001
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Peter Sprague — guitar
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7 PM |
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Solo guitar is one of my favorite musical vehicles to ride in. All aboard! |
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Sunday September 26, 2010 |
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Kevyn Lettau
and Peter Sprague
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The Blue Whale Bar
123 Astronaut E S Onizuka Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012-3833
(213) 620-0908
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Kevyn Lettau — vocals and percussion
Peter Sprague — guitar
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8 PM |
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Making the drive up to L.A. to share some sonic treats at the Blue Whale. |
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Wednesday September 29, 2010 |
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Duncan Moore Trio
featuring
Peter Sprague |
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The U.S. Grant Hotel
326 Broadway
San Diego, CA 92101
800-237-5029
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Duncan Moore — drums
Peter Sprague — guitar
Bob Magnusson — bass |
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8 PM |
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Great to be playing a hit with master drummer Duncan. |
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Thursday September 30, 2010 |
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Peter Sprague
Plays Solo |
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The Roxy Restaurant
517 S. Coast Highway 101
Encinitas, CA
760-436-5001
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Peter Sprague — guitar
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7 PM |
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Solo guitar is one of my favorite musical vehicles to ride in. All aboard! |
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Friday October 1, 2010 |
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Dianne Reeves Group
in Napa, CA |
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Jazz at the Napa Valley Opera House
1030 MAIN STREET
NAPA CA 94559
info@nvoh.org
707.226.7372
details
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Dianne Reeves — vocals
Peter Martin — piano
Peter Sprague — guitar
Reginal Veal — bass
Terryon Gulley — drums |
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8 PM |
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Up the Cali coast with the amazing Dianne Reeves. |
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Saturday October 2, 2010 |
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Dianne Reeves Group
in Davis, CA |
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Mondavi Center for the Performing Arts
UC Davis
9399 Old Davis Rd
Davis, Ca. 95616
details
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Dianne Reeves — vocals
Peter Martin — piano
Peter Sprague — guitar
Reginal Veal — bass
Terryon Gulley — drums |
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8 PM |
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Up the Cali coast with the amazing Dianne Reeves. |
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Sunday October 3, 2010 |
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Peter Sprague Trio |
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The Bernardo Winery
13330 Paseo Del Verano Norte
San Diego, CA 92128
(858) 487-1866
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Peter Sprague — guitar
Kevyn Lettau — vocals
Gunnar Biggs — bass |
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2 PM |
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Cool little gig during the day out in the country next to Rancho Bernardo with vocalist Kevyn Lettau. |
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Tuesday October 5, 2010 |
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Peter Sprague
Plays Solo |
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Rancho San Diego Branch Library
11555 Via Rancho San Diego
El Cajon, CA 92019
(619) 660-53706
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Peter Sprague — guitar
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6:30 PM |
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Solo guitar and this one is a free concert. |
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Thursday October 7, 2010 |
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Peter Sprague Trio |
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The Merc
Old Town Temecula Community Theatre
42051 Main Street
Temecula, CA 92590
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Peter Sprague — guitar
Tripp Sprague — sax, flute and percussion
Gunnar Biggs — bass |
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7:30 PM |
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Super trio bringing our angle out to Temecula! |
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Friday October 8, 2010 |
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Peter Sprague and
Emily Elbert |
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Tango del Rey
3567 Del Rey Street
San Diego, CA
858 581-1114
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Peter Sprague — guitar
Emily Elbert — vocals
Tripp Sprague — sax and flute
Gunnar Biggs — bass |
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7PM |
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Emily played a show with us back in December and it blew my mind. What a vocalist and guitarist and I'm so happy she's passing through town again. You've got to hear her! For this concert were celebrating the release of a her new CD. |
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Thursday October 14, 2010 |
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Peter Sprague
Plays Solo |
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The Roxy Restaurant
517 S. Coast Highway 101
Encinitas, CA
760-436-5001
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Peter Sprague — guitar
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7 PM |
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Solo guitar is one of my favorite musical vehicles to ride in. All aboard! |
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Saturday October 16, 2010 |
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Peter Sprague, Solo Guitar
with book release of author A. Paul Bergen's Novel |
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Encinitas Library
540 Cornish Drive
Encinitas, CA 92024
760-753-7376
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Peter Sprague — guitar
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1:30 PM |
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Free concert, Peter Sprague, Solo Guitar
with book release of novel by A. Paul Bergen
Sponsored by 101 Artists Colony
Concert, Door Prizes, Art Sale, Libations
A Celebration of Creativity! |
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Saturday October 16, 2010 |
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Billy Childs
Jazz Chamber Ensemble |
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Nate Holden Performing Arts Center
4718 West Washington Boulevard,
Los Angeles, CA 90016
323-964-9768
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Bill Childs — piano
Peter Sprague — guitar
Carol Robbins — harp
Bob Sheppard — flute, sax
Hamilton Price — bass
Antonio Sanchez — drums
and the Eclipse String Quartet |
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8 PM |
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Amazing music from his new recording. |
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Sunday October 17, 2010 |
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Peter Sprague
Plays Solo |
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Arts Alive on the Coastal Rail Trail
Solana Beach, CA
more details to follow
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Peter Sprague — guitar
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12 PM |
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The City of Solana Beach will present an outdoor art, dance, & musical performance event for residents & visitors as they stroll along Highway 101 and experience the character of the Coastal Rail Trail. This cultural affair promotes walking in Solana Beach via the bridges and the Coastal Rail Trail to access Cedros shops, Hwy. 101 restaurants, and stores as well as beach destinations. The celebration will gather the community on the north half of the CRT to enjoy world class artists, entertainment and activities. |
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Thursday October 21, 2010 |
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Denise Donatelli Group |
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Vitello's Jazz & Supper Club
4349 Tujunga Ave.
Studio City, CA 91604
818-769-0905
www.vitellosrestaurant.com |
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Denise Donatelli — vocals
Geoffrey Keezer — piano
Peter Sprague — guitar
Hamilton Price — bass
Duncan Moore — drums
Bob Sheppard — woodwinds
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8 PM |
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Denise has a new CD that we tracked here at SpragueLand and we're gathering the tribe to rip it up realtime! |
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Thursday October 28, 2010 |
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Peter Sprague
Plays Solo |
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The Roxy Restaurant
517 S. Coast Highway 101
Encinitas, CA
760-436-5001
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Peter Sprague — guitar
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7 PM |
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Solo guitar is one of my favorite musical vehicles to ride in. All aboard! |
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Friday October 29, 2010 |
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Peter Sprague and
Blurring the Edges
featuring Fred Benedetti |
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Grossmont College
Fine Arts Hall room 220
Grossmont College, San Diego
619-644-7254
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Peter Sprague — guitar
Fred Benedetti — guitar
Tripp Sprague — sax, flute, harmonica |
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8 PM |
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Gathering the BlurFolks for a night of good tunes. |
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This is my most recent recording.
Click here for more info and to listen to the tracks.
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