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MUSIC & PERFORMERS
The Jenkintown Festival of the Arts features a main stage with performances running from 1 – 6PM at the Town Center, a second stage on Johnson Street near the art vendors and Kid’s Court and a special performance by the Edge Dance Company near the gazebo in the Town Square.
Tin Bird Choir performing on the main stage at the Festival last year.
Main Stage: Town Center
Jenkintown High School Jazz Ensemble 1:15PM
The Jenkintown High School Jazz Combo features talented students who rehearse and perform throughout the school year. Our performances include school and community events, receptions, and senior centers. We look forward to participating in the annual Jenkintown Arts Festival and this will be our 4th year! The members of the combo include Eric Schwartz, Jake Soloff, Tom Oliver, Miles Taylor, Hatcher Ballard, and JJ Naborn.
The Prudent Men 2:00PM
Perhaps our expectations are meant to be squelched because Glenside PA’s THE PRUDENT MEN feature a female singer with a lovely voice.
Treading country rock ground explored by The Byrds during their ‘Sweetheart Of The Rodeo’ years and Gram Parsons throughout his entire career, THE PRUDENT MEN bring a modern sensibility to classic Americana and alternative country sounds. Band members include: Michelle Lordi - vocals, Bruce Marcolina - guitar, John Simms - percussion, Rich Curtis - bass, and Brian Welsh - guitar.
The New Motels 3:45PM
Jenkintown, PA’s THE NEW MOTELS have been on the Philly music scene since 2003. With elements of folk, rock and pop that follow a tradition that reaches back to the Kinks, THE NEW MOTELS blend the ramshackle charm of indie bands like Pavement with twangy solos and catchy choruses that would do any classic rock fan proud. Their most recent album ‘Tilbury Sweat’ was recorded with Philly’s most sought after producer, Bill Moriarty (Dr. Dog, Hoots & Hellmouth, Man Man). Their songs are smart, fun, and charming.
Check out the video below or click on the mp3 file to hear a track from their album, ‘Tilbury Sweat’.
“Tudor Rebel” from the album Tilbury Sweat [mp3]
Edge Dance Company 3:00PM
This dance company wowed audiences at last year’s festival and we couldn’t be happier to see them return. As a Jenkintown business offering dance classes to all ages, Edge has an experienced and accomplished group of dancers who thrill and captivate audiences with a variety of dance styles. They’ll be performing near the gazebo in the Town Square to create a closer, more electric environment and will offer to pull members from the audience for a quick lesson or two. Take a moment to check out some of the dazzling moves that could be on display.
Winners of the Juried Art Show Announced 4:30PM
Beretta76 5:00PM
Philly’s BERETTA76 have been together since 2002, merging power–pop, garage–punk and classic ’70s–style arena–sized hard rock into a potent combination. 
Lead singer and guitarist Camille Escobedo recalls tough rock queens like Pat Benatar or Joan Jett and the band serves up melodic and raw-rocking tunes with power pop punch that are sleek, blunt, taut and sexy. Band members include: Camille Escobedo – voice & guitar, Pete Rydberg – guitar & voice, Liz Dalberth – bass & voice, Rob Giglio – drums.
Check out the video below to hear a track from their album, ‘Black Beauty’.
Second Stage (Johnson Street)
Kick Back Tomorrow 1:15PM
Hailing from Lower Bucks County, Kick Back Tomorrow are a five-member band playing a blend of pop punk and alternative music. Bringing a blast of energy and a love for the stage, this band of young musicians will please the crowd with great tunes and great spirit.
Karen and Amy Jones 2:15PM
Karen and Amy Jones are sisters and songwriters known for their melodic vocal lines and tight harmonies. Both classically-trained vocalists, they traded opera arias for acoustic guitars and now perform as an acoustic rock duo. Songwriters with very different styles, these ladies treat audiences to a diverse collection of melodic and harmony-heavy songs ranging from hooky pop-rock to dark, dissonant ballads. Fans have drawn comparisons to Ann and Nancy Wilson from Heart, The Indigo Girls and fellow PA rockers, Live. Listeners can expect hopeful, catchy rants and sad, soulful lamentations delivered by two sisters who commit to every note.
Timberline Duo 3:45PM
Timberline Duo is a band that features guitarist Dave Cohen & bassist Brad Haberle. Dave is no stranger to the festival. He’s a member of another band, Doc Freeman, featured in last year’s festival. Timberline Duo is an acoustic blend of bluegrass, blues and classic rock and roll. With skillful playing and a passion for great American roots music, this duo will be sure to please.
Magdaliz Roura 5:00PM
Born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Magdaliz showed a talent for music by singing, playing instruments by ear, and improvising at an early age. As a singer and guitarist, she’s performed with variety of musical ensembles both in Puerto Rico and Philadelphia, most notably, Trio Crisol, an ensemble in which she is a founding member. She is dedicated to the interpretation of a variety of folk and traditional music genres from Cuba, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Venezuela, and other parts of Latin America. Come out and check this local talent influenced by musical traditions born outside of the United States.
