An Instrumental Summer Eve at the Gazebo

The Presbyterian Church of the Mountain (PCOM) in Delaware Water Gap, PA held another installment in their 2012 series of Summer Gazebo Concerts on Sunday July 8th featuring The Marty Wilson Trio performing gentle selection of instrumentals complimenting a warm Summer Evening. The musicians consists of Marty Wilson on Guitar, Rick Madigan on Base, and Bob D’Aversa on drums. As the evening progressed, the trio was joined briefly by Walt Polinski on Saxophone whose presence enhanced the impromptu musical selections they chose to perform.

After the evening’s host, George Munn, gave his introductions, the trio began it’s gentile performance. The unusual heat from the previous week was given a respite as the expertly arranged compositions created a musical breeze touching all who came out to partake of the concert. The relaxing sensations felt by the concert’s denizens moved some to doze off but it may be said with some speculative certainty the images in the dreams they dreamt were inspired by the measures and chords flowing through their subconscious.

When I awoke, I found a leaf touching my cheek and I gently brushed it aside. The music continued to play and I recognized it from the dream I had. It amused me to recollect it as I experienced a sense of refreshment I haven’t felt since before the heat wave came upon the Northeast PA Area. I realize I my words may resemble that as an elderly person whose life is transfixed by weather reports, but the relaxed effects of the concert lingers with me so completely that I don’t care. It was very cool and cooling. You’ll be able to find more photographs taken during the concert featuring The Marty Wilson Trio in The PCOM 2012 Gallery at www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10151016062390421.483748.636000420&type=1.

According to their website, The Presbyterian Church of the Mountain is "… a community of disciples illuminated by God’s love who care for others spiritually, emotionally, physically, and financially as we explore new avenues of grace and grow in faith through worship and service." In an endeavor to manifest the goals of this statement, they hold weekly services every Sunday beginning at 10am, providing a hostel for those hikers who travel along the Appalachian Trail as well as holding a Hikers’ Dinner every Thursday evening throughout the Summer Months to replenish their energies, supporting the Kenyan village of Amilo by providing a school feeding program for 15 orphans, a well, housing, and simple medical care and information to the villagers, and by sharing a partnership with the Reformed Church located in Cardenaz, Cuba. They also support the local Fire Company and Women’s Resources Center as well as provide community aid funds for residents who are suffering economic burdens. The size of the congregation is approximately 200 people.

The Summer Gazebo Concert Series began in 1990 and is presented every Sunday evening throughout the Summer months until the end of August in order to support the local musicians and provide a venue where all ages could learn to appreciate Jazz and acoustic music. In reflection of Delaware Water Gap, PA being considered a Mecca for Jazz, the concerts has a great number of Jazz performances in their schedule. However, all musical styles are showcased during the summer which includes Blue Grass and Classical Music. The next installment in The Presbyterian Church of the Mountain Summer Gazebo Concert Series is scheduled for Sunday July 15th featuring Sweet Sue Terry. The concert is free to the public and begins at 6pm. Please Explore The Presbyterian Church of the Mountain Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/pages/Presbyterian-Church-of-the-Mountain/234593743269661 for more information.