The Tilghman United Methodist Church is sponsoring a special two-part concert on September 12, 2015, at 6:00 PM. This fourth program in the Music of Tilghman Concert Series is a “double-header,” two concerts in one. Lawrence Tyler will sing a selection of southern gospel music and local musician Jeff Jones will provide some of his favorite country blues and gospel music.
If you have a fondness for the Eastern Shore and its culture, then local Southern Gospel music is something you need to experience. Over a century old, the Southern Gospel tradition still flourishes today in our area. Performed by soloists, quartets and choirs throughout the Mid-Shore region many of these musicians are self-taught and it is difficult to hear their music outside of a church service. They are part of a tradition in which church singers practice their craft without benefit of pay and develop their music as a part of using one’s talent for God. Capt. Tyler is one of those singers.
A native Tilghman Islander, Captain Lawrence Tyler is a waterman and owner of Diving Ducks Outfitters. During the week he can be seen out on the bay in his boat “North Star,” but on Sunday mornings he sings at the First Wesleyan Church in Easton MD. A talented vocalist, Lawrence has produced several CDs of his music. This concert is a rare chance to hear his music live.
Also appearing is vocalist and guitarist Jeff Jones. A talented musician who rarely performs publicly Jeff will be sharing a selection of country blues and gospel music.
This free concert is a great way to participate in the community, meet new friends, and enjoy the extraordinary musical talents of your neighbors. The concert starts at 6:00 pm, on Saturday, September 12, 2015, at the Tilghman United Methodist Church. Organized to promote community and local artists, the “Music of Tilghman” concerts are sponsored by the Tilghman United Methodist Church, with support from the Tilghman Watermen’s Museum, and partially sponsored by the Talbot County Arts Council with funds provided by the Talbot County Council and the Towns of Easton, Oxford, and St. Michaels. For more information, contact Debra Brookhouser at 410-886 -2881 or [email protected]
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