On Friday evening, May 6th the Ragtime Riverboat Rats will kick off the ragtime weekend. This talented group of musicians will get your toes tapping! The Ragtime Riverboat Rats dates back to the early 1980's and features music that is fun and has stood the test of time. They present a program reminiscent of the showboat era with good old ragtime music, some Jolson,Americana, and a strong flavor of patriotism. The music and the mood is happy, lively, and toe tapping. They have created a versatile style and repertoire of Ragtime, Dixeland, Jazz,Golden Oldies and Original Songs about love and travel. The show starts at 7:30pm. Check out their website www.rrrats.com.
On Saturday evening, May 7th a Clifton Opera House favorite returns. Bob Milne and his Ragtime Piano will entertain you with great ragtime and boogie-woogie tunes. Bob Milne is considered to be the best ragtime/boogie-woogie pianist in the world. He was filmed and documented for future generations in 2004 during three days of interviews at the Library of Congress, and was declared a “National Treasure” at the conclusion. We think he's a Clifton treasure too! Mr Milne's website shares highlights of his many performances world wide. www.bobmilne.com.The Clifton Opera House is owned and operated by the Village of Clifton and staffed by volunteers. Come on out and support the historic jewel of Clifton, we welcome volunteers! Door donation is $7.00, call 937-342-2175 for information or visit the website www.cliftonoperahouse.com.
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