International Jazz Banjo Newsletter

News of a second album from 4-string banjo master, Jack Convery. This one is a tribute to the classic melodies of The Carpenters. With excellent interpretations and soothing performances framed in exquisite production, this is independent instrumental pop at its finest.
Check Out Carpenters on the Banjo at CDBABY.COM
Jack Convery and his son, John, will perform in "Fabulous Fathers" A Fathers' Day variety show gala benefiting the Contra Costa Youth Council. Hosted by KTVU Morning News Co- Anchor Mark Curtis.

The spotlight is on Contra Costa's most talented Dads for an afternoon of music, dance and comedy. When: Sunday June 18; Where: Dean Lesher theater; Cost: $15/youth, $18: senior, $20 adult. For more info contact: 925-943-7469 or visit www.essesproductions.com
Jack will also be performing this year at these events:-
May 25-28,2006 - Guthrie Banjo Festival: www.banjofestival.com
Late June/early July - Ralph Martin's Banjo Camp, Sweethome, Oregon. July 4th - Concert with Monterey Symphony and The Grass Roots, Watsonville, CA.