28 July, 2006
AUGUST in Whistler
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August 11, 2006 - AUGUST is performing at the Helping Hands Concert in Whistler, B.C. on Friday August 11, 2006, located at the Millenium Place starting at 7.00 p.m. to 9.00 p.m. This fundraising concert is affiliated with Michael Creber's Helping Hands CD project. The women of AUGUST (Beverley Elliott, Meg Tennant, and Rae Armour) each have a song on the CD, along with other local artists.
The concert hopes to serve as a reminder to all of us that life is vulnerable and natural disasters can happen anytime, anywhere, and to anyone. But if "we take some time to help our fellow Man and lend our Helping Hands" we can make our world a little bit safer to live in despite all the natural disasters, wars and environmental catastrophes. Join AUGUST in Whistler for this timely event.
August 12, 2006 - AUGUST at the Harmony Arts Festival in West Vancouver at the Fountain Stage, 9:00 p.m. A magical summer's eve performance by the pier. Hope to see you there!
15 July, 2006
AUGUST Rehearsing July 2006
AUGUST Press Release
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
THREE AWARD-WINNING SINGERS JOIN TOGETHER AS "AUGUST"
(Vancouver, BC) - Catch the Summer Wave with AUGUST All Year Round. A local group is catching the attention of summer worshippers around town with their feisty blend of entertainment. AUGUST combines three accomplished Greater Vancouver artists and singer/songwriters: Beverley Elliott, Rae Armour, and Meg Tennant. Sharing their songs of wit, wisdom, and womanhood, this musical trio proves that when AUGUST comes around, it’s time to kick back, relax, and enjoy the music.
The women of AUGUST are equally at home on the stage or on the back porch, combining the classic sounds of folk, country, bluegrass, and pop with their own original style and panache. With their sunny blend of harmony, humour, and timeless melodies they capture the essence of summer’s sweetness and light all year 'round.
Beverley Elliott the irrepressible redhead is originally from Ontario, but now makes her home in North Vancouver. Combining two careers of singing and acting, she has become a local favourite. Her song 'Are You Listening' won 1st prize in the BC Songwriters Association of Canada’s competition. Beverley is a regular performer at the 'Just Singing Around' songwriters showcase, and regularly acts on locally filmed television shows.
The charismatic Rae Armour began her music career with a popular rock band in her hometown of Edmonton, Alberta. After moving to Vancouver, she released an independent contemporary pop album, which garnered her double winner status of the Pacific Songwriters Association Write-On Awards. Her latest CD 'Next Move' can be purchased online at www.RaeArmourMusic.com. Throughout her career she has performed solo concerts on many international stages including as an opening act for Faith Hill in Whistler, B.C.
The Celtic beauty, Meg Tennant, was born in Sault Ste Marie and has been writing and singing since her high school days in Northern Ontario. From Toronto's cafes and coffeehouses to the west coast, Meg has delighted audiences. Her first CD 'Driving With You' reached the #1 position on the Folk/Roots chart at Village 900 in Victoria, and is currently receiving airplay on CBC across Canada.
Together at last, the women of AUGUST are performing all summer long at various venues including:
· July 12 - Merritt Mountain Music Festival, Pump House Stage, 5:30 pm
· Aug 11 - AUGUST is performing at the Helping Hands Concert in Whistler, B.C. on Friday August 11, 2006, located at the Millenium Place starting at 7.00 p.m.
· Aug 12 – AUGUST is at the Harmony Arts Festival, West Vancouver on August 12th at the Fountain Stage at 9:00 p.m. (by the Ferry Building Art Gallery & Pier, Ambleside Landing)
· Aug. 18-20 - Seabeck Festival, Seabeck, WA (Meg and Rae)
· September 7 - Rae Armour is at the Over 50's Gathering, Coast Plaza, 1:00 pm
· September 16 - Free ECK Concert in the Park, featuring Larry Siegel, Rae Armour and Meg Tennant. Saturday Sept 16th, Noon to 3:00 p.m. at the Omak Civic League Park in Omak, Washington, USA
· September 23 - ‘Shoulda Coulda Woulda' starring AUGUST and Linda Kidder in an outrageous musical theatre performance; at the Shadbolt Centre, Burnaby, 8:00 pm
· October 23-24 – AUGUST performs at Brock Tully’s Kindness Concert (TBA).
For more info go to their website: http://august-music.blogspot.com/
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Media inquiries:
M. J. Milne
T: 604 612.2238
14 July, 2006
AUGUST Postcards
We now have free AUGUST postcards and will be handing them out at all our events. We'll sign them for you, too. Mail them to your friends & folks! Our CDs are also available.
See you soon!
AUGUST
AUGUST at Merritt Mountain Fest
(Photo: MJ, Rae, Linda Kidder, Beverley, Meg, & John Ellis in b.g)
We had a great time at the Merritt Mountain
Music Festival 2006! Hope to see you Aug 12th
at Harmony Arts in West Van, 9:00 p.m.
Review: August When Things Mature
(Photo: John Ellis, Beverley Elliott, Meg Tennant, Rae Armour) (Merritt, B.C. ) - Vancouver's AUGUST performed at Merritt's Mountain Fest, the first artists on the program, setting the stage for the entire weekend, or as some would say: setting the consciousness.
The M.C. introduced AUGUST by saying 'It's all about the month of August when things mature. Please welcome AUGUST!'
AUGUST is composed of real women - nurturing women - who have seen the world and are able to sing about our trials, our breakups, our babies, our growing hips with humorous wit and a deep intelligence.
A few media people in the crowd recognized actor and singer Beverley Elliott. One comment was, "Where have you been Beverley? We've missed your singing!" Ms Elliott has been busy performing on film (TV's Godiva) and in theatre (Mom's The Word), among other venues.
The insightful songs by singer/songwriters and recording artists Rae Armour and Meg Tennant rounded out the performance with equal validation that yes, when AUGUST comes around we want to kick back, have fun and relax with these inspiring women!
With John Ellis on lead guitar and Linda Kidder on bass, AUGUST played to an appreciative crowd who braved the dusty winds like tough urban cowboys. Ms Elliott laughingly said, "Cowboy hats are rolling around like tumbling Tumble Weed."
Songs about heartache, grief, life, upliftment and love, and all sung with humour and conviviality! That's the women of AUGUST. Catch them again at the Harmony Arts Festival in West Vancouver on August 12 on the Fountain Stage, 9:00 p.m.
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July 12, 2006
M. J. Milne
Media - Blue Heron Productions
09 July, 2006
Magic Hour Concert
Hope to see you in Merritt BC, Wednesday July 12, 5:30 p.m. But if we miss you, come and see us at one of my favorite festivals: Harmony Arts Festival in West Vancouver - by the way, it's FREE, so bring the whole family! AUGUST is performing at the Fountain Stage, Saturday, August 12th, at 9:00 p.m. - a lovely time of the evening beside the ocean. It's a magical place. Hope to see you there! CDs will be available.
Rae Armour
...a member of AUGUST
http://raearmourmusic.com/
08 July, 2006
"Shoulda Coulda Woulda"
Coming September 23, 2006 - The musical revue "Shoulda Coulda Woulda" starring August, plus the hilarious musical talents of Linda Kidder! Date: September 23; 8:00 P.M.
Location: Shadbolt Centre for the Arts
6450 Deer Lake Avenue, Deer Lake Park, Burnaby, BC
General Inquiries: 604.291.6864
Box Office: 604.205.300
http://www.shadboltcentre.com/
Stay tuned for more info. Tah!
06 July, 2006
CONCERT SCHEDULE FOR 2006
- July 9 - Plaza of Nations, MountainFest pre-concert, 5:00 p.m.
- July 12 - Merritt Mountain Music Festival, Pump House Stage, 5:30 pm
- Aug 4 - Beverley Elliott & 'Just Singing Around’ at West Van's Harmony Arts Festival (Main Stage 9:00 p.m.)
- Aug 11 - AUGUST is performing at the Helping Hands Concert in Whistler, B.C. on Friday August 11, 2006, located at the Millenium Place starting at 7.00 p.m. This fundraising concert is affiliated with Michael Creber's Helping Hands CD project.
- Aug 12 – AUGUST performs at the Harmony Arts Festival, West Vancouver on August 12th at the Fountain Stage at 9:00 p.m. (by the Ferry Building Art Gallery & Pier, Ambleside Landing)
- Aug. 18-20 - Seabeck Festival, Seabeck, WA (Meg and Rae); info: motho@earhtlink.net
- September 7 - Rae Armour performs at the Over 50's Gathering, Coast Plaza, 1:00 pm
- September 16 - Free ECK Concert in the Park, featuring Larry Siegel, Rae Armour and Meg Tennant. Saturday Sept 16th, Noon to 3:00 p.m. at the Omak Civic League Park in Omak, Washington, USA.
- September 23 - ‘Shoulda Coulda Woulda' starring AUGUST with Linda Kidder in an outrageous musical theatre performance; at the Shadbolt Centre, Burnaby, 8:00 pm
- Oct 23-24 – AUGUST performs at Brock Tully’s Kindness Concert (TBA).
For more info or to book AUGUST for your event e-mail us at: augustmusic@shaw.ca
AUGUST At Merritt
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Hello Folks!
Guess what, we're playing at the Merritt Mountain Music Festival 2006 on Wednesday July 12th, approx. 5:15 P.M. in the beer gardens. Come on out for the fun and some good down home singin'. See you there!
Cheers,
The Grrrls of AUGUST (Bev, Meg & Rae)
P.S. - Laugh often, Love your neighbour, and don't forget your cooler!
05 July, 2006
Welcome To Our Blog
Wit, wisdom, womanhood, harmonies & hilarity weave the tapestry of AUGUST. Yep, that's us!
AUGUST combines three award-winning recording artists and singer/songwriters: Beverley Elliott, Rae Armour & Meg Tennant (from left in photo). When AUGUST comes around, it’s time to kick back, relax, and enjoy the warmth of our songs.
We are equally at home on the stage or on the back porch, and combine the classic sounds of folk, country, bluegrass, and pop with our own original style and panache. With our sunny blend of harmony, humour, and timeless melodies our music captures the essence of summer’s sweetness and light all year 'round.
To connect with us, leave a message on the Blog or email us at: augustmusic@shaw.ca
Or go to the websites below:
http://www.megtennant.com/
http://www.raearmourmusic.com/
Talk soon!
Until next time...Laugh often, Love life, and don't forget your purse!
