End of July - August
2014

WHAT'S NEW?

"Songs of Bubbleland" compilation CD 

"Denton the Dragon" is a new book, the creation of Jeff Hutchins -- a collection of beautiful, imaginative & inspiring stories that entertain and teach. Jeff invited a star-studded coterie of songwriters to create "Songs of Bubbleland" -- tuneful interpretations of Denton's adventures. Adults will love it as much as their kids, guaranteed. Check out my song "Mayor Peasandcorn (Democratic Process)," as well as songs by Timmy Abell, David Lamotte, Laura Blackly, and many others. To learn more click here.

   

Billy Jonas Creating Much More 
than Music
(6/14 WNC Woman Magazine) By Lauren Rosenfeld
This summer, when Western North Carolina plays host to some of the world's most talented and creative percussionists for the Asheville Percussion Festival, you'll find Asheville's own Billy Jonas, surrounded by children and parents, as he turns everyday objects into musical instruments in his signature "Bangin' and Sangin' 101" workshop for families. Billy has a way of turning the ordinary into the wondrous; of turning the doldrums into joy. I know, because I have personally experienced Billy Jonas' brand of transformational musical magic...

NC SHOWS 
7/29 Yadkinville, NC
The Yadkinville NC United Methodist Church is excited to present a summer family sing-a-long show, with ME. I'm excited too! It's a late morning show, so bring a picnic for afterwards....

7/30 Brevard, NC
It's a sonic & songful Summer Reading Finale concert at the Brevard Public Library. It's true -- we get to make noise in the library, and the librarians are in on it!!!
CALLING ALL COLORADO-IANS
Ashley  & I will be traveling west for 3 shows in Colorado:
 
8/2 Crested Butte, CO  
First show will take place outdoors at the Crested Butte Music Festival. Artists, musicians, food vendors & YOU, outdoors amidst the awe inspiring Rocky Mountains. Come join in!
8/3 Denver, CO
An evening house concert for general audiences (mostly adults, but all are invited!). Intimate & acoustic -- a great way to experience music and meet great folks.
8/5 Steamboat Springs, CO
Lastly, I've been invited back to perform at the Strings Music Pavilion for a family show. Get your dancing shoes on because we'll be rockin' in the Rockies!
SPIRITUAL RETREAT in the SMOKIES
8/22-24 Marshall, NC
A Jewish-focused retreat at the beautiful Bend of Ivy Lodge. It's called "Embracing the Spirit" -- co-led by Josh Canter of True Nature Education, & Rabbi Batsheva Meiri, of Congregation Beth Hatephila. Come chill out & get rejuvenated!

Arts, Culture & Jewish Study
8/29-9/1 Clayton, GA
LimmudFest Southeast is a multi-denominational sampling of Jewish rituals, classes, idea exchanges & concerts, in the woods at Camp Ramah Darom. I'll be singing & teaching, along with some of the South East's finest, cutting-edge Jewish artists and educators.
click here for details

Hey Asheville!

Big Brother Big Sisters is in desperate need of mentors -- they have lots of wonderful young boys and girls waiting for somebody just like YOU to come into their lives! I've been volunteering for 2 years and love it! Call 253-1470 or email jillh@bbbswnc.org to get involved. Check out their website at www.bbbswnc.org or Facebook at www.facebook.com/bbbswnc
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"Music gives a soul to the Universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything."
~Plato
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WE ARE YOUTUBING

As mentioned, we have our own Youtube channel.... 

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VOLUNTEER FOR

BILLY JONAS
If you are interested in volunteering, let us know. We're always looking for folks to sell merchandise at shows or help us keep up with our growing mailing list. To find out more, please contact us at: Office@billyjonas.com.

 

 
Keep on Bangin' & Sangin'!!!

CONCERTS/EVENTS

  
 
July
July 29, 11 am, Yadkinville, NC
Yadkinville United Methodist Church
(family audiences) 

 

July 30, 7 pm, Brevard, NC
Transylvania County Library
(family audiences)

August 
August 2, 11 am, Crested Butte, CO
(family audiences)

August 3, eve, Denver, CO
House Concert
(general audiences)

August 5, 11 am, Steamboat Springs, CO
Strings Music Pavilion
(family audiences)

August 22-24, Marshall, NC
 "Embracing the Spirit" at Bend of Ivy Lodge
(Jewish Retreat)

August 29- Sept 1, Clayton, GA
LimmudFest 2014 southeast
(Jewish arts, culture, & study retreat)

Click here 

for Billy's extended calendar beyond the above dates.

 

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