From traditional English, Irish and American based folk
tunes to flowing airs, waltzes and hymns to foot stomping reels, Heirloom
performs beautifully on Hammer Dulcimer, an ancient Persian instrument that
sounds like a magical blend of harp and piano.
Keith Plaskonos is the 1991 Texas State Champion on this
instrument. Lauren is the 2003 Oklahoma Champion and both have competed
nationally.
Their CD - "Heirloom, Music From a Simpler Time"
- features an eclectic collection of English, Irish and traditional American,
classical and contemporary tunes. Accompanying the dulcimer are haunting
and lively vocals, guitar, violin, penny whistle and tambourine.
For information on booking weddings, dinners or concerts
call (817) 731-2051
-the Lone Star State Dulcimer Society
Heirloom can often be heard at:
Border's Books & Music on South Hulen Street in Fort Worth, Texas (Near
Hulen Mall)
Border's Books & Music on Hulen Street in Fort Worth, Texas (in Chapel
Hills Mall)
Barne's & Noble in North Richland Hills (near Fort Worth), Texas
Barne's & Noble in Downtown Fort Worth, Texas
Barne's & Noble Book Store at Cooper & I30 in Arlington, Texas
Be sure to ask them when we will next be there.
Also:
In the foyer at Bass Performance Hall during during performances of The
Nutcracker ballet in Fort Worth, Texas (2003, 2004)
At the Lone Star State Dulcimer Festival in Glen Rose, Texas on Mothers'
Day weekend
At Six Flags Over Texas Heritage Festival Sept 3,4,5,10,11,17 & 18,
2005 in Arlington TX.
At the 2005 Sawdust Festival Sept 30, Oct 1 and Oct 2 in Bennington, OK.
Sunday morning, Dec 4, 2005 10:30 to 11:00 and 12:00 to 12:30 at Hope
Community Church in Fort Worth.
Sunday morning, Dec 11, 2005 11:00 at 1st United Methodist Church, downtown
Fort Worth. Look for the "11:11" service.
Sunday afternoon, Dec 11, 2005 3:00 at the Lena Pope Chapel for a musical
celebration of Christ's birth.
Sunday morning, Dec 18, 2005 9:30 at Alliance Community Fellowship in Westlake.
In addition to the usual Christmas fare, we'll be doing the Rich Mullins
song "Creed" Joel Lagrone will be singing. I did this song with
Joel several years back. He does a great job with this.
Dec 25, 2005 we'll be at my sister's church in Peoria Illinois (wasn't there
an old movie line about bringing the house down in Peoria ?).
No. We're not expecting to see any of you in Peoria. Just be sure and get
to your own church and celebrate the birth of our Savior !
North Texas Irish Festival:
Now in its 24th year, the North Texas Irish Festival is owned and produced
exclusively by the Southwest Celtic Music Association, a Texas 501(c)3 corporation,
headquartered in Dallas, Texas. It is the second oldest Irish festival in
the United States and largest in the southwest.
The theme this year is titled "Heirs of Erin", and is a tribute
to the many Irish immigrants who left their homes and families in Ireland
in search of a better life across the Atlantic.
On Saturday, March 4, 2006 we'll be on the Star & Harp Pub Stage from
11:00 to 11:45 am.
On Sunday, March 5, 2006 we'll be on the Tara Cultural Stage from noon to
12:45.
Come on out to Fair Park and join us for a day (or two) of excellent Irish
music, dance, food and culture.
Tickets:
Friday Night: $10
Saturday or Sunday: $15
Three day pass: $30
Discounts for SCMA members and seniors
Children 11 and under FREE!
May 7, 2006: Fort Worth Mayfest at Trinity Park: We'll be on the Arts
Stage from 3:45 to 5:15.
Please feel free to contact us at the following address:
Keith & Lauren Plaskonos
4608 Calmont Ave.
Ft. Worth TX 76107
(817) 731-2051
E-mail: keith.g.plaskonos@sbcglobal.net
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