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Spotlight Concert Series presents: Craig Bickhardt Friends and Family

Singer-Songwriter Craig Bickhardt performs Live at Trinity Presbyterian Church's Spotlight Concert Series in an Exclusive Full Band Concert.

Join us on April 27th at 7 PM for an unforgettable evening of music as acclaimed singer-songwriter Craig Bickhardt takes the stage for an exclusive full band concert.
Join us on April 27th at 7 PM for an unforgettable evening of music as acclaimed singer-songwriter Craig Bickhardt takes the stage for an exclusive full band concert. (John Ward)

The Spotlight Concert Series at Trinity Presbyterian Church presents an unforgettable evening of music as acclaimed singer-songwriter Craig Bickhardt takes the stage for an exclusive full band concert event. The performance promises to showcase the captivating talent and soulful melodies of this Delaware County artist, bringing together his talented family and friends for an evening of heartfelt tunes and memorable experiences. Joining Craig on stage are his daughter Aislinn Landolt on vocals, Michael G. Ronstadt on cello, Tom Hampton on vocals and guitars, and Tommy Geddes on drums.

Craig Bickhardt is a folk/Americana performing songwriter with major writing credits, a poet’s voice, a virtuoso guitar style and a veteran’s experience. This eagerly anticipated concert will offer fans and newcomers alike the opportunity to witness Craig’s Musical mastery firsthand, as he performs selections from his extensive catalog of music. From intimate acoustic ballads to energetic anthems, the evening promises a diverse musical journey that will leave a lasting impression on all in attendance.

Craig has composed three # 1 Billboard hits and nine top-10 ten hits. He has shared the stage with Bruce Springsteen, Stephen Stills, Judy Collins, Hank Williams Jr., Kathy Mattea, and others. His songs have found their way onto platinum and Grammy-winning recordings by legends such as Johnny Cash, Martina McBride, Willie Nelson, Ray Charles, B.B. King, Kathy Mattea and Alison Krauss. His voice and songs can be heard in the Academy Award-winning film Tender Mercies, starring Robert Duvall, as well as the films Switchback and At Close Range.

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Tom Hampton is a multi-instrumentalist, sideman, session musician and singer/songwriter. His journey has taken him across a multitude of landscapes over the course of his career - from fledgling drummer to taking up guitar, to finding his own niche as an in-demand session player and sideman - to becoming a member of the pioneering country-rock band Poco. He has performed with Marshall Tucker Band, Pure Prairie League, Eric Andersen, Jonathan Edwards, Jim Photoglo, Don Henry, Hooters guitarist John Lilley, Dan May, J.D. Malone and many others.

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Michael G. Ronstadt (cello) is an adept multi-instrumentalist, vocalist and composer, captivating audiences throughout North America for nearly two decades. He has performed throughout the United States, Canada and Mexico with such artists as David Bromberg, Linda Ronstadt, and Muriel Anderson. In addition to his solo and group recordings with Ronstadt Brothers, Trotta & Ronstadt, Serenity Fisher & The Cardboard Hearts, Aaron Nathans & Michael G. Ronstadt, he is a much sought-after studio musician, who has appeared on more than 200 albums in the last 20 years.

All are welcome! The doors will open at 6:30 PM and the concert will begin at 7 PM. There is no charge for admission, but a freewill offering is suggested. Free RSVP Tickets at https://trinity-spotlight.eventbrite.com.

Trinity Presbyterian Church is located on Berwyn Avenue, 1 block south of Route 30 (Lancaster Pike) in Berwyn, PA. Parking is free. The GPS address for the main church parking lot is 51 Waterloo Ave, Berwyn PA, 19312. The church is one block from the Berwyn train station (Septa's Paoli-Thorndale line).

For more information about the concert, contact John Ward at [email protected], call 484-639-9273, or visit http://spotlight.trinityberwyn.com.

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