By 1916, Flint was in the middle of an automobile manufacturing frenzy. Buick was already in operation and AC Spark Plug was off and running. Streets were crowded with Monroe, Paterson and Dalton cars. General Motors, started in 1908, was just beginning to rev the engine. All of this hustle and bustle was attracting thousands of immigrants to the city with hope of forging a better life. Irish, Jewish, Polish, Spanish, Italians, Ukrainians and others brought their families to Flint. Another group, the Scots, joined them.
Experience great classic rock this weekend!
On Saturday, January 11 the Flint Symphony Orchestra is welcoming families to The Whiting to experience live classical music. FSO Family Day is a great way to introduce pre-teens and adolescents to the sounds and production of a full classical music experience. Starting at 1pm, audience members will have the ability to meet Flint Symphony Orchestra musicians and play actual orchestra instruments. You never know, a child could find a new hobby, talent or love. At 2pm, enjoy a full classical concert. At intermission, audience members will get a chance to go backstage at The Whiting.
The calls started coming in while Todd Gilbert was busy in the recording studio. “I was working on a project of mine when I started getting tons of phone calls from people who don’t usually call me,” he remembers. “I answered a text from Michelle McAuley, a fellow musician, telling her that I was in the studio and would call her when I was finished. She texted me back and said to stop what I was doing and call her. My heart dropped and I knew something had happened.”
Celebrate the life of the late, great musician, Bobby Sevick at the 2nd Annual BobStock this Saturday, December 21 at The Machine Shop. Listen to some sweet metal while supporting those who are struggling with addiction by donating to the Genesee Chapter of F.A.N. (Families Against Narcotics). Raffle prizes will be awarded throughout the night. Prizes include a customized, autographed guitar designed by Artisticmess Web & Design and High-Octane Designs; Machine Shop concert tickets; tattoo/piercing gift certificates from Fenton Tattoo; and more.
Former Chiodos frontman Craig Owens is returning to Flint for a special acoustic homecoming show on Wednesday, Dec. 18 at Flint Local 432. Ticket are $20 and limited to just 60 seats. Local favorites, Fernando Silverio Solis, Katie Stanley and PINCH, will each perform opening sets to welcome Owens back to the stage of the Local for the first time since 2012.
Since 1966, the Flint Symphonic Wind Ensemble (FSWE) has been delighting area music lovers by playing wonderful holiday concerts. This Tuesday the FSWE will be hosting their “Jingle All the Way” holiday concert at Flint Central Church of The Nazarene, located at 1261 W. Bristol road, at 7pm.
Christmas season is in full swing. Carols are playing non-stop on the radio, stores are filled with shoppers, trees are up and decorated, and beautiful lights are on display at houses around the county. Really take the time to immerse yourself in the holiday by attending a magical Christmas concert this weekend.
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church has been a beloved place of worship in Flint since it’s establishment in 1839 by Reverend Daniel Brown. Its current building Downtown, located at the corner of Saginaw and Third Streets, was built in 1872 and has remained a magnificent piece of the city. It is “a church with a heart in the heart of the city” and that heart is filled with beautiful music and song. “Song is an important part of worship and a good way to involve everyone,” says Music Director, Holly Richardson. “Everyone feels more connected when we pray or sing together and there is so much joy that comes from singing.”
The Meg Okura Trio will be performing a free concert this Thursday October 17, 2019!
For the last three years, fans of Greater Flint’s music scene have been unanimous in their choice for favorite local band as voted in the MCM City’s Choice Awards. Their pick: Avalon Black. And why not? Their fun, enthusiastic shows, idiosyncratic songwriting and personal camaraderie presents a perfectly balanced rock aesthetic that appeals to anyone with a love of the art; and fans know that when they attend an Avalon Black show, they are getting nothing less than the best. “At the end of the day, it doesn’t really matter where we play or how many we play for, whether it’s thousands or just two people,” says lead singer, Jordan Orvis. “If it’s just two people, well the way we see it, those two people really wanted to be there so we make sure to leave everything on the stage and put on the best show we can.”
The Greater Flint music scene is ready to heat up. From country and folk to rock and hip/hop, there’s a place nearby for fans of every genre. For complete line-ups, visit the website or Facebook page for your chosen venue. And, don’t miss this year’s Flint and Michigan music festivals. A summer of great tunes awaits!
