PAC presents Ladies Rock the Blues | Celebrating our sisters in song

Ladies Rock the Blues; Celebrating our sisters in song

4:00 PM April 28, 2024

89 North Music Venue, 89 N Ocean Ave, Patchogue, NY 11772

No admissionfee

A group of talented local musicians explore the intersection of blues and rock through the work of Janis Joplin, Bonnie Raitt, Sharon Jones and Susan Tedeschi.

Since its inception, rock music has been informed by the blues. Although dominated by men, the blues- rockmodality has evolved and proliferated with the contribution of women artists who have colored and enriched themedium.

Amy Stahlin (Stella Blues Band, MKU, Finders Keepers) has brought together a group of talented musicians featuring female vocalists to perform the music of some of the leading women of blues-based rock. Ms. Stahlin will besharing the vocal leads with Cassandra House (The Cassandra House Band), Ann “Annie Mac” MacInerny(Jellyband, Funkin-A) and Crystal Zagarello (MKU and Pink Flaw’d). The vocalists will be backed by a group of premier local musicians from the bands listed above as well as the many variations therein. Also featured are a dozen women guest vocalists from our rich local scene who will contribute one number apiece. The performance willinclude familiar favorites as well as some surprises. This event is truly a celebration of sisters in song.

This free concert is sponsored by the Patchogue Arts Council and Jerry Jam LI. Suggested donations are $10.

April 28, 4:00 PM at 89 North Music Venue, 89 North Ocean Avenue, Patchogue, NY 11772

Meet our local vocals

Amy Stahlin’s

Vocalist Amy Stahlin’s affinity for melody and rhythm started at an early age as sheexperimented with guitar and brass instruments, but singing became her primaryform of musical expression when she entered college. Her years of classical vocal training diverged when strains of jam band music drifted down her dormitoryhalls. The joy, passion and complexity of improvisational rock took root in her heartand remains steadfast to this day. Amy recently returned to performing live music. She's a member of the Westchester-based Grateful Dead group Stella Blue's Bandand Patchogue-based projects Pink Flaw'd and MKU.

Cassandra House

Cassandra House is a Long Island-based singer/songwriter whose unique sound has been described as soulful, earnest & raw. She has shared the stage with such talentsas Amy Helm and the Handsome Strangers, Valerie June, Molly Tuttle, Tall Tall Trees,Shannon McNally,

G. Love, Lucy Kaplansky, Jen Chapin, Gordon Lightfoot, Todd Schaeffer of RailroadEarth, and is a featured member of Andy Falco of the Infamous Stringdusters solo touringband.

Compared to the likes of Patty Griffin, Kathleen Edwards & Neko Case, her original music, surrounded by her band of five star musicians makes this act a must-see. She hasbeen a featured folk artist in her community on Long Island, and looks forward tobranching out to other states and spreading her music to any ears willing to listen.

Cassandra's newest recording efforts have been with the help of acclaimed &Grammy winning producer/engineer Ben Wisch.

Annie Mac

Annie Mac is a dynamic vocalist and multi- instrumentalist whose musical journey spans a variety of genres. With a master's degree in classical flute and music education, Annie’s expertise shines through her performances,blending technical mastery with heartfelt expression.

Annie's musical departure from the classical realm began about decade ago with the invitation to join Jellyband, aventure that laid the foundation for her eclectic musical palette. Since then, she's been seen in several performing groups, including Dave Diamond Band, Funkin’ A, and Soundswell. Most recently, her newest work in Ziggy and theGoon Squad and Sugartaste have inspired the love of the art of songwriting, and have sparked a new direction.

Based in the vibrant music scene of Long Island and NYC, Annie Mac infuses her performances with a fusion of influences, captivating audiences with her soaring vocals and instrumental prowess. Whether she's on stage withher flute or commanding the spotlight as a frontwoman, Annie's passion for music shines through, making everyperformance a memorable experience.

Crystal Zagarello

Classically trained flutist a vocalist Crystal Zagarello performs in several local bandsincluding MKU and Pink Flaw’d. She earned a Bachelor of Music degree from Crane School of Music and a Masters of Music and Performance Certificate from PurchaseConservatory. She has performed at venues including Carnegie Hall, Symphony Space, Javitz Center, Merkin Concert Hall and Lincoln Center. She has been amember of Ensemble Du Monde, and has performed with the Orchestra of Northern New York, Northern Symphonic Winds, Hudson Valley Symphonic Wind Ensemble, Eastern Festival Symphony Orchestra and as a soloist for the African Diaspora Festivalat Symphony Space.

Crystal has been the recipient of many awards including Long Island Philharmonic Youth Competition, the Great Neck Youth Competition and the Music Teachers National Association Competition. She was also the winner of the 2006 concerto competition at Purchase College. Crystal has taught music at Usdan Center for the Creative and Performing Arts, Academic Music Seminars, and has held a private studio of her own for many years.