Colvin Concerts: Parting Glass
The "Parting Glass" Trio: a string band playing Assorted Roots, Irish, Blues, Bluegrass, and World Music
John Neafsey, vocals and guitar. John is a native Rogers Parker and a lover of traditional Irish music and classic Chicago Blues. His favorite gig is a monthly Parting Glass session at Cunneen’s bar on Devon Avenue.
Jennifer Dunne, fiddle. Jen is a professional violinist who has played with the Chicago Jazz Philharmonic, the Ravinia Festival Orchestra (backing up Smokey Robinson, Earth, Wind and Fire, Sarah McLaughlin and Marco Antonio Solis), and the Chicago Philharmonic- among others. Jen’s love and admiration of Irish, Americana, and Bluegrass music are realized through this group.
Jim Szmurlo, mandolin, fiddle, guitar, vocals. Jim, a native Chicagoan, always had a passion for folk, roots, and ethnic music. Over the years he's played with various musical groups and friends, ranging from Appalachian, Balkan, Scandinavian, Americana, and whatever catches his ear. And his interest in playing instruments is as varied as his musical tastes.
Checkout Parting Glass: Website, Facebook
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Donations:
Please reserve a ticket through Eventbrite to help Colvin House anticipate the size of the audience for this concert. They hope you will consider making a donation at the door when you arrive. Colvin House suggests $20/person, but any amount will help them pay the talented, local musicians and to continue supporting the performing arts by producing these community concerts.
While they prefer cash donations, Colvin House cannot make change on-site, please keep that in mind. Colvin House accepts Venmo, PayPal, and Zelle if an electronic payment is preferred.
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Food & Drink:
Colvin House is officially selling food onsite! Guests can order from a limited menu each week.
Please note that they no longer allow outside food at Colvin Concerts.
Colvin House does not sell alcoholic beverages. A selection of non-alcoholic beverages is available for purchase, attendees are welcome to bring their own beer, wine, etc.
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Parking Info:
Colvin House cannot provide parking on site for this event and unfortunately, the George B. Swift Elementary School is unavailable as their lot is undergoing construction.
The first 20 cars can park for free across the street at The Emanuel Congregation (5959 N. Sheridan Rd.). Please get a parking pass from Colvin House staff before parking in the synagogue lot.
Colvin House also recommends The Malibu Condominiums (6007 N. Sheridan Rd.) public garage, just across the street, north of Colvin House. This parking can be validated by Colvin House for $2 off.
Parking rates are as follows:
1 Hour: $6
2 Hours: $10
3 Hours: $11
4 Hours: $13
They recommend arriving early if you need to park.
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- Please only register / RSVP if you can attend. If plans change, cancel your reservation or email them at support@creativecoworking.com.
- Colvin House recommends registering tickets as a group (under one name) so their staff can plan to seat your party together.
- Check your inbox (after you register) for any announcements regarding potential postponements.
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1448 W. Morse Ave.
Chicago, IL 60626
Phone: 773.508.5885
Fax: 773.508.9488
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