The Oneida Daily Dispatch (Oneida, NY)
Arts in the Park series celebrates women
The Arts in the Park Series returns for another season on Thursdays at the Hamilton Village Green, free and open to the community. All performances begin at 7 p.m.
This year’s series, Siren Songs, celebrates the arts and women’s contributions to the arts, as well their voices in the community, marking the centennial of women’s suffrage in New York state. After a century of progress and change, the impact and power of women’s voices remain a vital contribution.
Kicking off the series on July 13 is SAMMY-award winner and local favorite Lauren Mettler. A singersongwriter born and raised in Central New York, Mettler boasts a practice of delving into several different genres and cultures for insight and nuance.
Mettler is followed by Opus Black on July 20. The Opus Black String Quartet is an alternative string ensemble with a penchant for the unorthodox. Built on a common foundation of classical training, their backgrounds are as diverse as their repertoire. Their mission is to educate, inspire creativity and share their love of music through alternative performance.
Next up is Amanda Rogers on July 27. Often compared to Tom Waits for her literary lyrics and Carole King for her pop sensibility, CNY-native Rogers has defined her musical career as an original, independent, touring, recording artist. Rogers can boast nine albums and multiple tours, as well as song placements on networks such as the Discovery Channel and MTV.
Carolyn Kelly Blues Band continues the series Aug. 3. A natural vocal talent, Kelly’s emotive deliveries carry an audience on a roller coaster ride of emotions. With a natural stage presence, Kelly embraces and involves the audience, on a very personal level, at every one of her performances.
Finally, Sheralynn Jeanne concludes the series Aug. 10. Born and raised in Syracuse, N.Y., Sheralynn Jeanne has picked up several styles and techniques from watching and involving herself in local bands, live shows, choirs, churches, schools, and more. After her 2016 award-winning album with Syracuse band Early Bird Trio, Sheralynn Jeanne was quickly on her way to a solo career where she would begin to explore a new approach to the modern day singer-songwriter genre.
Performances begin at 7 p.m. and will take place at the bandstand on the Village Green in the center of Hamilton with a rain location at the nearby Colgate Inn on the north end of the Village Green. Both locations are wheelchair accessible. Hamilton Arts in the Park is presented by the Village of Hamilton and copresented by the Earlville Opera House. For more in depth information about the artists or the Village Series, visit www.earlvilleoperahouse.com or call 315-6913550.