Cashmere Community Concerts presents Fern Hill Bluegrass

Cashmere Community Concerts and Fern Hill Bluegrass Band, will ring in the Spring Saturday, March 18, at 7:30 p.m. Fern Hill approaches its bluegrass music in the style of the classic bands of the 1950’s and are one of the few bands in the Northwest that plays in the traditional style of Jimmy Martin and Bill Monroe. This special attention to detail results in an instantly identifiable rhythmic sound that both devotees and newcomers to the music will love. With many years of experience, they are dedicated to do their best and have fun playing the music straight from their hearts and it shows in their performances. 

Paul Smith, lead vocals/rhythm guitar. Paul can sing all the harmony parts from tenor to bass. He has played this music since his childhood days and for years performed with Northwest bands playing guitar and bass. 

Mike Eisler, harmony vocals/fiddle. Mike, nicknamed “Crazy Fiddle,” is a veteran multi-instrumentalist for many well know west coast bands. He has a recent original instrumental project recorded called “Lost Tribe.” 

Rollie Champe, tenor and lead vocals/mandolin. Rollie, who also plays guitar and bass, has played in many well-known bands from Oregon to South Carolina. He has a classic bluegrass tenor voice and contributes to any harmony part.

John Van Brocklin, vocals/banjo. John is known for his strong, straight ahead, classic banjo style’s of J.D. Crowe, Ralph Stanley and Earl Scruggs. He pushes the band’s sound along like a locomotive.

Brett Champe, harmony vocals/bass. Brett is the newest member of the band, but has been immersed in bluegrass his entire life. He’s developed his own unique style of singing, using his high tenor and baritone vocals to Fern Hill’s close harmonies. A multi-instrumentalist, Brett adds variety to the band’s instrumentation. 

This music event is brought to you by the good folks of the Cashmere Community Concerts, a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide live, affordable, high quality entertainment to the Wenatchee Valley. A cover charge of $3.00 per person at the door will help to cover expenses. Refreshments are provided.

The musicians will be paid by a onetime Hat Pass; a suggested donation of $8 to $11 per person will be greatly appreciated. Enjoy great bluegrass music in an alcohol free environment with concert seating. The Riverside Center is located at 201 Riverside Drive, Cashmere. Doors open at 7 p.m. For more information call Marie 548-1230 or Chuck 548-8663. The Cashmere Community Concerts series can also be found on the web at www.cashmereconcerts.com.