Blues Legend John Hammond Performs in NJ Live after BBQ picnic with free entertainment

PRLog (Press Release) - Sep 17, 2009 -
Blues musician John Hammond, a legendary Grammy Award-winning artist, brings his distinctive voice and stellar guitar work to audiences at Appel Farm Arts and Music Center on Saturday, October 3, 2009 at 8:00 PM. The fiery singer, known for his gutsy blues vocals that evoke gritty roadhouse memories, has collaborated with such greats as Jimi Hendrix (discovered while playing in John's band), Eric Clapton, Muddy Waters, Howlin’ Wolf, Duane Allman, JJ Cale, Tom Waits, The Band, John Lee Hooker and many more. In addition to winning the Grammy Award, he has been nominated for four additional Grammy’s and won seven W.C Handy Awards. A tireless performer, Hammond played his 4000th date as a Rosebud artist last year and continues to tour world-wide on an annual basis.

BBQ Picnic
To kick off the 2009-10 concert season, Appel Farm is hosting a BBQ picnic on its multi-acre venue in Elmer prior to the John Hammond concert on Saturday, October 3, 5:30-7:30PM.  Basset’s Memphis BBQ of Moorestown will cater the late afternoon event that features a buffett of hickory-smoked chicken, ribs and pork with side dishes, dessert and beverage.  As a special accompaniment, the Capitol Pride Symphonic Band, a 65-piece Pops orchestra, will entertain during the picnic.  Patrons are invited to bring chairs and/or blankets and enjoy a Fall afternoon, complete with campfire, at the expansive outdoor Grove Stage prior to the indoor John Hammond Blues concert.

Tickets
John Hammond Concert    Saturday, October 3, 8:00PM  $25.00
BBQ Picnic   Saturday, October 3, 5:30-7:30PM  $15.00/adults, $7.50/children 10 and under
Tickets can be purchased online at www.appelfarm.org or by calling Appel Farm at (800) 394-1211. Patrons with hearing or speech disabilities may call TRS (800) 852-7899 or dial 711. Appel Farm is accessible to patrons with disabilities. Individuals requiring assistance should contact the venue at (856) 358-2472.

Location
Appel Farm Arts and Music Center, 457 Shirley Road, Elmer, NJ 08318 Centrally located in Salem County, Appel Farm is a picturesque and convenient drive from Cherry Hill, Philadelphia, Wilmington and many areas of southern New Jersey.

Appel Farm Arts and Music Center is a non-profit regional arts center serving audiences, artists, and students. Programs include an overnight summer arts camp, concerts, family matinees, a major outdoor music festival, and classes for children and adults, outreach in New Jersey public schools and a conference center.  More information about Appel Farm can be found at www.appelfarm.org or by calling (856) 358-2472.
These programs are made possible in part by funds from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts and by funds from the National Endowment for the Arts. Additional funding sources include corporations, foundations and individual contributions by friends, Trustees and alumni of Appel Farm.

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