Musicians & Performing Artists
Mansfield Brass 
10:00 am
The Mansfield Brass, so named from the street that leader Paul Del Rossi lives on, features a full five-piece brass ensemble. Two trumpets, trombone, tuba and French horn are the instruments featured. Mansfield Brass has played at numerous events in the Lansdowne area and feature arrangements of classical melodies, spirituals, show tunes, marches, and turn of the century popular music.
Robert Burden
11:00 am
A sensation last year, Mr. Burden is currently the Executive and Artistic Director of Tap Team Two & Company, Inc. The company is based in Philadelphia and tours the country for Young Audiences. Through Young Audiences, Tap Team Two have traveled nationally working for fourteen of the thirty-two Young Audiences organizations. Don’t miss him this year.
Minas Kids 
Noon
www.minasmusic.com
On instruments brought by Minas, such as the cuica, surdo, recoreco, agogo, and berimbau, or those assembled from everyday materials, students learn the Brazilian rhythms.
Eboni Strings 
1:00 pm
www.ebonistrings.com
Eboni Strings takes you on a musical journey with their diverse blend of musical styles ranging from classical to rhythm & blues. Kathleen Thomas (violin/arranger) and Tanya Murphy (violin) are the artistic innovators behind Eboni Strings. From the lush harmonies of Misty to the pulsating funky beat of Earth Wind & Fire’s Getaway, Eboni Strings consistently delivers.
Darcie Miner 
2:00 pm
www.darcieminer.net
Darcie Miner probably started singing as soon as she could talk. Thanks to her dad, she gained a very early knowledge and appreciation of the history of rock and roll while being exposed to a diverse range of musical styles – classic rock, R&B and even metal. Darcie started playing guitar at age 11 and made her first rather inauspicious debut performance at 13. Darcie has officially shed her status as a girl with a guitar whose young age belies a mature talent. She’s simply a huge talent. Period.
The Birch Brothers with Jim Harris
3:00 pm
Last seen at the Arts Festival in 2007, the Birch Brothers bring back their rock ‘n roll, now featuring local resident Jim Harris.
Wyldlyfe 
4:00 pm
www.myspace.com/wyldlyfeent
Lansdowne’s own hip-hop force.
Lansdowne’s own hip-hop force. Lansdowne’s own
Suzie Brown 
Farmers Market Stage, 10 am-1 pm
www.myspace.com/suziebrownsongs
Suzie Brown might be a common name, but there’s nothing common about this rising talent. Brown is a practicing cardiologist who gave up a promising research career to pursue music. Having started writing songs just two years ago, she has already taken the circuit in New England by storm, selling out popular area music venues such as Philadelphia’s Tin Angel and Boston’s Club Passim, and opening for the likes of Livingston Taylor and Lyle Lovett. Just recently, she was named Best of Philly for music talent.
Sarah Blacker 
Farmers Market Stage, 10 am -1 pm
www.sarahblacker.com
Sarah will treat you like an old friend before a show and stop you dead in your tracks once she starts to sing. Her songs are mature with sharp, eloquent lyrics that are easy to relate to and a seemingly endless ability to capture audiences of all kinds with her unique and aesthetic sound.
Kathy O’Connell
10:00 am
www.kidscorner.org
Celebrating almost a quarter-century of hosting radio for kids, Kathy O’Connell is a pioneer in the field of modern children’s radio. Musicians, educators, healthcare professionals, and creators of media for children have sought her expertise in children’s music and broadcasting. Kathy will join us Sunday morning to interact with the kids and introduce the talented Jennie Avilla.
Jennie Avila 
11:00 am
www.jennieavila.com
Jennie Avila sings popular and original songs with a warm and playful presence. She accompanies herself with acoustic guitar, conga drum, and exotic percussion, (including a Japanese kokirikko that looks and sounds like a snake vertebrae). Audience participation is encouraged! Expect to move like a tree, make animal calls, and even write a song together. Jam along with Jennie on mini-shakers and learn about dynamics.
St. Cecilia Showcase
Noon
Lansdowne’s own music conservatory presents its students in concert.
Lizanne Knott with Bob Beach 
1:00 pm
www.lizanneknott.com & www.myspace.com/bobbeach
Lizanne Knott is a beautiful talent. Soft spoken words, intelligent poetic lyrics and a voice that defies any age. A class act all the way around and beloved by her friends and fans alike. A rare artist. Joining her will be Lansdowne musician Bob Beach.
Lansdowne Symphony Orchestra 
2:00 pm
www.lansdowneso.org
A performance by select members of the Lansdowne Symphony Orchestra.
Old Soul 
3:00 pm
www.myspace.com/oldsoultunes
American Soul Music rooted in the blues.
Manatawny Creek Ramblers 
4:00 pm
www.myspace.com/themanatawnycreekramblers/
Many Lansdowne residents watched Daniel Bower grow up; seeing him around Todaro’s Music Store or working at Sidetracks Café. Daniel is back with his bluegrass band The Manatawny Creek Ramblers. The band features some of the best pickers around. Since 2004, the band has built a mixed repertoire of classic bluegrass tunes by the likes of Bill Monroe, Don Reno, The Stanley Brothers, Del McCoury and Flatt & Scruggs as well as an array of original material.
