Performances
May 10 - Women Who Cook: A Mother's Day Reunion at The Dakota
Doors: 3 pm for a 4 pm show; 6:30 pm for a 7 pm show
Women Who Cook will grace the Dakota stage this Mother’s Day, in their first full show since 2002. Forty-four years ago, some of the Twin Cities most accomplished women musicians were assembled for an episode on TPT‘s NightTimes Variety, originally conceived by Marian Moore and Prudence Johnson as an all-star band of women from many genres of music. The group went on to create epic, sold-out shows at the Guthrie, the State, O’Shaughnessy, and the Ordway, and their historic Soviet Peace Tour of 1988.
Singers Jearlyn Steele, Ginger Commodore, Mary Jane Alm, Kathy Mueller, Gwen Matthews and Prudence Johnson come together once more. They will be backed by Women Who Cook veterans Jane Henderson on keyboards and Jane Aleckson on bass, Laurie Glaser on trumpet, and Sue Roberts on trombone. Coming on board for this reunion show are saxophonist Sue Orfield, pianist Mary Louise Knutson and drummer Sheila Earley. There will be a special tribute to former members Jeanne Arland Peterson and Kathy Jensen.
Women Who Cook distinguishes itself with its phenomenal musicianship and intricate vocal arrangements, and the beautiful energy and warmth that come from its all-woman lineup. This brilliant formation is known for associating themselves with social issues and they are excited to offer their genuine gift of love and peace through music as our community heals.
Jun. 12 - Two Rivers at Yard Party (Chippewa Falls)
Email sueorfield@gmail.com for details
Rain site: Columbus Hall (Chippewa Falls)
Jun. 25 - Ellen Whyte, Sue Orfield, Randy Sinz & Mike Schlenker at The Spirit Room
Ellen Whyte, grammy nominated vocalist and songwriter from Portland, OR, joins Sue, Mike and Randy for an intimate evening of soulful, joyful music. FREE.
Jun. 26 - Whyte Orfield Band at Dick's On 12
Ellen Whyte once again joins the Sue Orfield Band for an evening of fun and heartfelt friendship!
