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SUMMARY:Griffin House
DESCRIPTION:Fan Favorite Griffin House Returns to Gorton!\n“If you are looking to be blown away by raw talent\, then look no further than Griffin House.” – American Songwriter \n\nAcclaimed Singer-Songwriter and Storyteller\nBeloved by fans and critics alike\, Griffin House returns to Gorton for another unforgettable night of storytelling and song. Known for his heartfelt lyrics and authentic sound\, House has spent over 20 years touring nationwide and recording more than 13 albums. \nHis 2004 debut\, Lost and Found\, brought him national attention when it was featured on CBS Sunday Morning. Soon after\, music critic and former MTV/VH1 executive Bill Flanagan called him one of the best emerging singer-songwriters of his generation. \nFrom Grassroots Touring to National Acclaim\nHouse built his loyal fan base the old-fashioned way – through relentless touring and genuine connection. He shared stages with legends like John Mellencamp and The Cranberries\, captivating audiences with his soulful\, storytelling style. \nBy 2009\, House had become a national headliner. That same year\, he appeared on Late Night with Craig Ferguson and released the fan-favorite track\, “The Guy That Says Goodbye to You Is Out of His Mind.” \nA Story Worth Telling\nHouse’s artistry extends beyond music. In 2019\, the Amazon Prime documentary Rising Star followed his life on and off the road\, exploring how he balances creativity\, marriage\, fatherhood\, and sobriety. The film offers a raw\, honest look at the man behind the music. \nRecognized and Celebrated\nHouse’s songs have appeared on hit television shows including One Tree Hill\, Rescue Me\, Party of Five\, and Everwood. Meanwhile\, music magazines such as Rolling Stone\, No Depression\, and Paste have praised his distinct voice and lyrical depth. \nA New Chapter: The Tides\nNever one to stand still\, Griffin House continues to evolve. His latest release\, The Tides\, is a five-song EP produced by Grammy Award-winning producer Jacquire King. The project captures everything fans love about his music –intimate storytelling\, emotional honesty\, and timeless songwriting. \nWith every album and every live show\, Griffin House proves why he remains one of the most compelling voices in American music today. Don’t miss your chance to experience his return to Gorton – a night filled with heart\, soul\, and songs that stay with you long after the final note.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/griffin-house/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – John & Nancy Hughes Theater\, 400 E. Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Live Music,Performing Arts
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SUMMARY:Rendezvous Arts: True Colors Baroque Period
DESCRIPTION:True Colors Baroque Period\nStep into the moment when chamber music was just beginning to find its voice. This program traces the rise of the string quartet\, from playful Renaissance echoes to the fiery brilliance of Vivaldi. \nWe open with Clèment Janequin’s Birdsong motet\, a witty Renaissance gem that feels alive with fluttering wings and bright calls. From there\, the music deepens into the elegant architecture of baroque and classical four-part harmony. Haydn takes center stage as the undeniable Father of the String Quartet with one of his early Op. 20 works\, a daring and emotionally charged piece that stretches every instrument to its edge. Soon after\, Joseph Bologne—composer\, virtuoso\, and trailblazer—brings his French flair with a hauntingly beautiful Concertante Quartet in G minor. \nAnd then comes Vivaldi\, the master of drama and color. His music grounds the evening in both tenderness and fire: the meditative Largo for mandolin and strings\, followed by the electrifying “Winter” from The Four Seasons. It’s music that shimmers\, surprises\, and leaves you buzzing long after the final note. \nAaron Wooten – Painter\nSharing the stage is painter Aaron Wooten\, whose art finds joy in whimsy and the absurd. His cityscapes\, portraits\, and figures—painted on reclaimed wood—carry the same spirit of reinvention that lives in the music. Instruments are born from wood\, his paintings reclaim it\, and together they spark a conversation of sound and color you won’t forget. \n \nAbout Rendezvous Arts\nWith unwavering passion and boundless creativity\, the devoted Board of Directors and staff at Rendezvous Arts lead the charge in fostering a harmonious community\, nurturing emerging talent\, and inspiring artistic excellence. Together\, we strive to be an organization that redefines the boundaries of artistic expression and brings the gift of music and art to all corners of the Chicago area. \nWe value diversity and inclusion. We do not and will not discriminate on the basis of race\, color\, religion\, gender identity\, age\, national origin\, disability\, marital status\, sexual orientation\, or military status.
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/rendezvous-arts-true-colors/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – Stuart Community Room
CATEGORIES:Events,Live Music
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SUMMARY:Alyssa Allgood & Chris Madsen Quintet
DESCRIPTION:It’s Mad-Good\nExperience a night of world-class jazz with The Alyssa Allgood & Chris Madsen Quintet. Allgood and Madsen’s collaboration began in 2017 with regular appearances at Winter’s Jazz Club in Chicago\, where they quickly developed a strong musical chemistry. Since then\, they’ve built a loyal following and now enjoy a monthly residency at the club. Affectionately dubbed “Mad-Good\,” this duo lives up to the name with every performance. \nTheir shows are a journey through iconic songbooks. From the timeless elegance of Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn to the beloved melodies of The Beatles\, Alyssa Allgood and Chris Madsen breathe new life into classic material. They’ve also explored the Ella Fitzgerald Songbook Series and other jazz standards\, always with a fresh\, emotionally resonant approach. With each set\, they bring warmth\, charm\, and a deep connection to the music that makes the audience feel part of something truly special. \nAlyssa Allgood has earned national recognition for her artistry. In 2024\, she was named a Rising Star Female Vocalist in the DownBeat Magazine Critics Poll and voted Best Individual Jazz Musician in the Chicago Reader Poll. Known for her expressive voice and fearless improvisation\, she commands the stage with clarity and passion. Critics have praised her “boldness\, swagger\, and surefooted musicianship” and her ability to deliver songs with both intensity and tenderness. \nChris Madsen is a cornerstone of the Chicago jazz scene. A gifted saxophonist\, composer\, and educator\, Chris has taught at several major universities and now leads the jazz program at Loyola University Chicago. He’s also a respected clinician\, frequently invited to share his expertise with students and ensembles worldwide. His performances are marked by lyricism\, technical excellence\, and a true love for the art of jazz. \nWe hope you will join us for this unforgettable evening of soul-stirring jazz and musical synergy. \nEnjoy More Jazz and Save!\nJoin us for additional jazz concerts in the next few months and save 10%! Purchase tickets to at least three of the upcoming jazz concerts and save 10% off your entire purchase – give yourself the gift of jazz more often and join us! \nGorton Center is presenting six different jazz artists in the coming months – purchase a ticket to at least three of the performances and receive 10% your purchase. \nChoose from: \nSunday\, November 23\, 2025 at 4pm – Alyssa Allgood and Chris Madsen\nThursday\, December 18\, 2025 at 7pm – Peanuts Jazz with the Chris White Trio\nSunday\, January 11\, 2026 at 4pm – Red Rose Jazz\nFriday\, January 16\, 2026 at 7pm – Latin Jazz with Rendezvous Arts\nFriday\, March 6 \, 2026 at 7:30pm – Victor Garcia Latin Jazz Quintet\nFriday\, April 17\, 2026 at 7pm – Christian Dillingham Jazz Quartet with Rendezvous Arts
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/alyssa-allgood-chris-madsen-quintet/
LOCATION:Gorton Center – Stuart Community Room
CATEGORIES:Events,Live Music,Performing Arts
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