October 6 – 31, 2017
Art is both inspirational and functional.
Paintings, prints and sculptures in the home inspire our daily lives.
Where we sit and sleep, how we cook and eat our food, and drink our coffee and
wine, art enhances the flavor of life. Fifteen of the Gallery’s artists
exhibit new work – furniture, prints, ceramics, and fiber sculpture - that both
inspires and provides functionality for daily living.
Featuring
Sean Carleton, Patrick Clanton, L. Wendy Dunder, Meg Hartwell, Robin
Hominiuk
Renee Jameson, Tom Johnson, Sarah Kaye, David Kellum, Jacki Moseley, Ken Pincus
Larry Roberts, Tumar Art Group, Lisa Wederquist, Carl Yurdin
Artists’ Reception:
First Friday October 6, 6-8 pm
In
Concert on the Plaza:
Ranger and the Re-Arrangers
Bainbridge Island’s
Own Gypsy Jazz Band
IMAGES SHOWN:
Universe.
Renee Jameson. Monotype (Bainbridge Island)
No. 68 Cedar Sliding Door. Sean Carleton
Multiple
Choice. Jacki Moseley (Bainbridge
Island)
Lightly, Illuminated Sculpture. L. Wendy Dunder
Red Square. Lisa Wederquist. Ceramic
Shooting Stars Dinnerware. Sarah Kaye.
Ceramic
About the
Musicians:
Ranger and the
Re-Arrangers (Bainbridge Island, Washington)
THE GENRE: The band plays "Gypsy jazz" or “hot
jazz”, created by and named in honor of Django Reinhardt, Europe's acclaimed
composer and guitarist. In the 1930s, Django and violinist Stephane Grappelli
blended their own musical legacies with the new American art form of jazz. Soon their recordings brought international
fame to the genre. Gypsy jazz is characterized by upbeat, high energy swing on
acoustic instruments, especially guitar, violin, bass, clarinet, and accordion.
The band’s repertoire appeals to everyone who enjoys swing standards,
traditional Gypsy jazz songs, and world music originals.
At the heart of the band’s sound is the sweet violin playing
of RANGER SCIACCA, who began
playing violin at the age of six. He divided his studies between old-time
fiddle and classical violin until a chance encounter with a CD of violin jazz
ignited Ranger’s interest in the music of Joe Venuti, Stuff Smith, Stephane
Grappelli and Django Reinhardt. Ranger’s playing draws from all the genres he
has studied and, according to one reviewer, “features frantic staccato runs and
an overall sense of tone that reveals many shades and moods.” MIKE SCIACCA is Ranger's father, and
has been backing up Ranger on guitar for over 15 years. Ranger and Mike are
descended from Sicilian immigrants, who played jazz in New York at the start of
the 20th century.
Please contact the Gallery for further information on the
band.
About The Island Gallery
Established in
2002, The Island Gallery features internationally recognized artists whose work takes
traditional art forms in exciting new
directions: studio furniture and sculpture; museum quality textile art and wearables; wood fired ceramics from the finest potters in
America; paintings and prints; and unique jewelry creations. Monthly exhibitions include
live musical concerts, featuring such genres as jazz, rock, folk, chamber music
and performance art. This, along with
its reputation for excellence, makes The
Island Gallery a destination spot on
beautiful
Bainbridge Island, a short ferry ride from Seattle, and steps from the new
Bainbridge Island Museum of Art.
Contact Us/Visit:
Web site: www.theislandgallery.net
Shop: www.theislandgallery.net/shop
Blog:
www.theislandgallery-artblog.blogspot.com
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Event Location:
The Island Gallery, 400 Winslow Way E, #120,
Bainbridge Island, Washington.
Underground parking is available at The Winslow
off Ericksen Avenue.
