Calliope in the Rain

Photography by Paparazzi Paul.

On a day filled with rain, The Presbyterian Church of the Mountain in Delaware Water Gap, PA presented Calliope as part of their 2016 Summer Gazebo Concert Series within their dry fellowship hall on Sunday July 31^st. The mixture of Classical, Folk, Americana, and Ragtime compositions rendered by Gina Bertucci and Barbara McMahon on Flute along with Laura Goss Gina Bertucci and Barbara McMahon on Flute along with Laura Goss on Bassoon delighted the sizable audience who gathered together to partake of the excellent music. This was further enhanced by the appearance of Steven Mathiesen who shared his talents on the Marimba which often added an international flavor to the concert.

The performance began shortly after the church's host, Jim Dellaria, welcomed the gathering and introduced the ensemble. Each selection was then preceded with a history of the piece and its composer. This added a comprehensive dimension to the work which increased the appreciation of it. A gentle feeling traveled among the listeners as the musicians applied their fabulous talents to compliment the music they played. It was a mild afternoon that was welcomed by all and proved to be a wonderful way to complete the series for the month of July leaving all present to eagerly await the concerts scheduled for August. You’ll be able to find more photographs taken during The Calliope concert in The Calliope in the Rain Gallery at www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10155098138928761.1073742000.91146283760&type=3.

The Summer Gazebo Concert Series at The Presbyterian Church of the Mountain in Delaware Water Gap, PA began in 1990 and is presented every Sunday evening until the end of August. The next concert will feature The Tony Dellaria Blues Band. The free concert will take place on Sunday August 7^th beginning at 6pm. Please Explore The Presbyterian Church of the Mountain Facebook Page at www.facebook.com/pages/Presbyterian-Church-of-the-Mountain/234593743269661 or their Website at www.churchofthemountain.org for more information.