Saturday, March 13, 1 PM
Artist Talk
Join Stanwyck Cromwell, a native of Guyana, and Cora Marshall, art department chair at CCSU, for a discussion about the ways their lives, histories and shared African American heritage influence their work. FREE

Sunday, March 14  Poetry on the Line 2 PM. Tea at 3    
A GUINNESS OF VERSE
Poets, Ginny Connors and Jim Kelleher. FREE. Made possible through a grant from the Greater Hartford Arts Council

First Thursday, April 1, 2010, 6:30 PM
Judy Handler & Mark Levesque, Guitar Duo
Guitar duo Judy Handler and Mark Levesque return to Windsor Art Center bringing their passionate, lyrical and delightful music for an evening of pure enjoyment. If you have not experienced Judy and Mark's playing here's your chance. Suggested donation: $10/door

Sunday, April 13, 2 PM
Storytelling for All Ages
Tell me a story and that is what Monique Sanders will do. FREE

Thursday, April 15, 2010, 6:30 PM
AMANDA ROGERS: singer/songwriter/pianist
Since the late 1990’s, upstate New York native Amanda Rogers has opened for some of the most acclaimed rock, emo, and jam bands in the industry. With her classical background, love for blues and pop, and admiration for the local hardcore/indie music scene, Amanda is mixing things up and catching the attention of many concertgoers around the northeast. She has produced several albums, toured Europe, Canada and the United States.

Sunday, April 18, 2010, 2:00 PM
NAIA with harpist Danielle Langord and flutist Nicole Rabata playing traditional Celtic music from Ireland, Scotland, Brittany and Quebec along with their own traditionally-inspired compositions. Based in Portland, Maine, they perform throughout New England and have appeared in various ensembles and as soloists throughout the USA and on international stages. Both have been heard recently on NPR’s show ‘Thistle and Shamrock.’ In demand as teachers, both musicians are on the applied music faculty at Colby College, teaching clinics and workshops throughout New England. Suggested donation: $10/door

May 8 – June 24, 2010
Solo show Christopher Mir
Christopher Mir's paintings present a world populated by mythic figures, creatures, machines, and fragments of ambiguous forms. These elements are often positioned within idealized landscapes in dream-like circumstances. Mir’s paintings invite us to experience a series of paradoxical relationships and unsettling juxtapositions. His figures and landscapes are drawn from specific sources yet remain anonymous; his painting style is relatively tight and refined, but his works are emotionally evocative and resonant. Mir’s narratives are equally complex and replete with provocative dichotomies such as, the mystical versus the physical, the spiritual versus the secular, and the primal versus the futuristic. Opening reception 5/8 5-7 PM – Made possible through a generous gift from Alice and Dan Ferraina with support from the George and Grace Long Foundation.

First Thursday, May 6, 2010, 6:30 PM
Minta & Michael, flute and cello duo in performance
Nationally recognized musicians, Minta White and Michael Linert will present a varied concert of classical music for flute, cello and voice.  The program will include works composed within the last four-hundred years from many parts of the world, including Germany, France, England, Japan, Brazil, and the United States. Suggested donation $10/door.

Thursday, May 13, 2010
Miklos Quartet
The enormously talented Miklos Quartet returns to the art center for its third engagement. If you haven't seen past performances make sure you catch this one. You'll be very pleased you did.

First Thursday, June 3, 2010, 6:30 PM
Jacqueline Bartlett in concert
Jacqueline Bartlett is a singer/songwriter from Rhode Island. She plays original folk music with either a traditional or alternative sound. Jacqueline plays acoustic guitar and mountain dulcimer. Her subject matter mostly embraces relationships. The poetic & symbolic style of her music evokes a sense of life's journey. Suggested donation $10/door.

Thursday, June 24, 2010, 6:30 PM
Adelante
Adelante is an eclectic world class contemporary instrumental music ensemble... combining influences of jazz, world music, funk, New Orleans, American roots music, ambient, trance, electronica and improvisation. Adelante's music is played on radio stations, the internet and satellite radio in North & South America, Europe, Japan and Australia. Suggested donation: $10/door

July 10 – August 8
iPhone Wherefore Art Thou
This digital art and music installation will feature 10-12 of the most accomplished iPhone artists from around the world. Included are: Russ Croop, Colorado; Christine Finkelson, New York; Luis Peso, Granada, Spain; Corliss Blakely, Vermont; Bob Poe, California; Andrea Mdos, Barcelona, Spain; Cédric Philippe, France; Mathew Watkins, Italy; David Liebowitz, New Jersey; Susan Murtaugh, Wisconsin. Sound installation artists include Todd Merrell, Lief Ellis and Matt Sarget. Opening reception July 10, 5-7 PM.

Thursday, July 1, 6:30 PM
NYC singer, songwriter, Ellen Woloshin in concert.
It has been said of singer-songwriter Ellen Woloshin that she is "blessed with the ability to beautifully frame a song with a voice that embodies the essence of warmth and sincerity." Ellen will perform her own original songs and creating fresh reinterpretations of cherished pop favorites. Suggested donation: $10/door

Thursday, August 5, 6:30 PM
Thomas Flippin
is an award-winning American classical guitarist, composer, music educator, and recent graduate of the Yale School of Music. Flippin has been a prizewinner in several guitar and composition competitions and has been praised for the originality of his pieces and the excitement in his playing and teaching. This is Thomas’s second appearance at the Center. Suggested donation:$10/door

Thursday, September 2, 6:30 PM
Jazz flutist Ali Ryerson will perform in concert with guitarist Joe Carter
Ali Ryerson has emerged as one of the most exciting and versatile flutists on the scene today. She has performed with such diverse talents as Dr. Billy Taylor, Kenny Barron, Stephane Grappelli, Frank Wess, Red Rodney, Laurindo Almeida, Art Farmer, Maxine Sullivan, Roy Haynes, Julius Baker, and (as principal flutist with the Monterey Bay Symphony) with Luciano Pavarotti. Joe Carter is back for his second appearance at the Art Center. He has published several text books, recorded numerous CD’s and performed throughout the world. Subtle, elegant, dynamic, lyrical, WONDERFUL! says s THE AFTERNOON DESPATCH & COURIER, India Suggested donation $10/door

Thursday, September 23, 6:30 PM
Cavanaugh and Kavanaugh
perform original songs and tunes on guitars, mandolin, fiddle, mountain dulcimer, banjo and more. Much of the traditional music Deb and Dick perform is in the Irish and Southern Old Time tradition. Life partners, as well as musical partners, who coincidentally share the same last name, they enjoy performing together and sharing their stories and songs with an audience. A subtle blend of ethnicity, humor and more, they bring their varied experiences to life on the stage. Suggested donation: $10/door.

Thursday, October 7, 6:30 PM
Guitarist Joe Carter and bassist Jeff Fuller
return to the Art Center with their Brazilian jazz. The duo is back by popular demand having appeared in December 2009. Both musicians have played with some of the world’s best jazz musicians. If you didn’t catch them in December 2009 this First Thursday is a must. Suggested donation: $10/door

Thursday, October 14, 6:30 PM
David LaFleur - Solo Acoustic Roots Music
David LaFleur has a rich tenor voice and a mastery of the guitar, dobro, mandolin, and dulcimer, and has been performing his unique mixture of folk, blues, and bluegrass for more than 20 years. A former nuclear engineer turned full-time musician, LaFleur learned his “chops” performing among such acts as Danny Gatton, Nils Lofgren, and the Johnson Mountain Boys. He has opened for Emmy Lou Harris, Tom Rush, and the Seldom Scene, and his original music has been featured on TV as well as National Public Radio. David LaFleur presently lives in the Blue Ridge Mountains of West Virginia with his fearless wonderdog Paco. Suggested donation: $10/door

Sunday, October 17, 2:00 PM
Poetry on the Line, Free

Sunday, October 24, 2:00 PM
Scott Sanchez
Guitarist Scott Sanchez brings his colorful and poignant playing for a return engagement at the Windsor Art Center. Join us for an afternoon of exceptional music and good company. Suggested donation: $10/door.

Thursday, November 4, 6:30 PM
The SophistiCats,
are relatively young musicians who have come on the scene in the past few years. The group is an ensemble of gifted players who have been influenced by some of the greats such as Tito Puente, Manny Oquendo, Machito, Ray Barreto, and Ruben Gonzalez. David Gonzalez has trained and performed with many artists including Jimmy Greene, Ray Gonzalez Orchestra, Helen Baylor, Los Hermanos Moreno, Daniel Salazar and many others. beatnik entertainment Suggested donation: $10/door

Sunday, November 14, 2:00 PM
Poetry on the Line, Free

November 20th – January 8, 2011
Women Artists Collective Holiday Show and Sale

Thursday, December 2, 6:30 PM
David Gonzalez and The Latin Jazz Experience
SophistiCats from Ashford, CT returns to the Windsor Art with their own special blend of vocals, guitars, bass and drums. Their performances include original compositions and standards, and encompass jazz, swing, rockabilly, Celtic folk and blues. The band appeals to a broad audience so bring your friends and come enjoy the show! For a sneak preview
of the band, visit: www.BandLMusic.com Suggested donation: $10/door

2011

Sunday, February 13, 2:00 PM
Poetry on the Line, Free

Thursday, March 4, 2011
Rosewood Chamber Ensemble, Barbara Hopkins, flute and Judy Handler, guitar.

Sunday, March 20, 2:00 PM
Poetry on the Line, Free

Thursday, April 1, 2011
Folksinger Aubrey Atwater