St. Andrew's By-the-Sea United Methodist Church

The 2008 St. Andrew’s Summer Concert Series will begin on Friday, July 4^th with a rousing presentation by an all-trombone group called BonesWest, ending with spectacular fireworks over the San Clemente pier.. BonesWest is a trombone choir that was the brainchild of George Roberts, which he started at Orange Coast College in September 1980. Players are drawn from both amateur and professional ranks and range in age from the teens through their 70’s. The group meets regularly every Saturday morning in Santa Ana to rehearse and jam together. In their own words, they have great camaraderie and a whale of a good workout!! According to a recent LA Times article, “there are other trombone choirs that come together around the country for special concerts. But none have the look, feel and consistent heft of BonesWest, which for the last 27 years has drawn amateurs and professionals alike to what could be the world's largest weekly open trombone jam.” The concert is free and open to the public but there will be a nominal charge for food purchased at the church-sponsored barbecue. Bring your own picnic, if you choose, and bring your own beach chairs and/or blankets, sit back, relax and enjoy a beautiful summer evening. For additional information about BonesWest, please visit their website at www.boneswest.org

Revelation Jazz Band

Saturday, July 26, on the Lawn

Barbecue at 5:30pm, Concert at 7pm

The final concert of the summer will feature the most sought-after jazz band in San Clemente, the Revelation Jazz Band. Founded in 2003 and led by John Hockins on the horn, who doubles as president of the New Orleans Jazz Club of Southern California, they are the hottest band around. This 7 member group is committed to playing a distinctive New Orleans sound with an English flavor that swings with jazz excitement. The concert is free but there will be a nominal charge for food purchased at the barbecue, or bring your own meal if you prefer. Beach chairs and/or blankets are a must to help you enjoy the smooth sounds of big band jazz on a relaxing summer night.

Kiev Symphony Orchestra and Choir

September 26, 7:00pm, in the Sanctuary

Adults: $10; Students (K-12): $6

St. Andrew's is proud to present the Kiev Symphony Orchestra and Choir as they travel from their native Ukraine for their ninth tour of the United States. The KSOC has performed in America's greatest halls, including the famous Carnegie Hall in New York City. They have recorded 14 CD's and their concerts are regularly broadcast on Ukrainian national radio and television. Their programs include not only great Western classics, but also the rich musical heritage of famous Ukrainian composers such as Bortnyansky and Prokofiev. For years St. Andrew's had enjoyed a special relationship with the Kiev Symphony through our work with Music Mission Kiev. Don't miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity to experience this world-class performance. For more information about KSOC, please visit their website at www.musicmissionkiev.org.