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AUBURN — Concerts for a Cause will host the Jim Gallant Band at 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 6, at the First Universalist Church, 169 Pleasant St.
The show will benefit the church as well as the Immigrant Resource Center.
The Jim Gallant Band mixes Americana, blues, folk, bluegrass and rockabilly with original sounds.
Band. Singer, songwriter and guitarist Gallant has been making music throughout the northeast. Whether he’s finger picking a Celtic jig, a New Age instrumental, or singing a Delta blues song, his distinctive fingerstyle has won him both applause and accolades. His original compositions have brought him awards and high honors throughout the country.
Gallant has shared the stage with such nationally recognized artists as Doc Watson, Taj Mahal, Livingston Taylor, Mark Collie, the New Grass Revival, and Bill Staines. Gallant’s band includes Rick Masters on guitar, lead guitarist Big Al Downing, bassist Billy Belskis, and Mark Burns on vocals and percussion. Concerts for a Cause brings concerts to the L-A community while raising money for area charities. The series is produced by local musician and church choir director Dave Rowe, along with a dedicated group of church members.
Parking is free, and the building is handicapped accessible.
Tickets are $16 at the door (cash or credit). For more information, visit uuconcerts.org or call 207-783-0461.
