Critically-acclaimed artists return for 2nd Annual Guitar Summit

Critically-acclaimed finger picking guitarists Mark Hanson, Terry Robb and Doug Smith return to Moulton Falls Winery on Sunday, September 18 for the 2nd Annual Guitar Summit. Viki Eierdam

On Sunday, September 18 three critically-acclaimed guitar players will join forces once again for a Guitar Summit at Moulton Falls Winery and it’s a not-to-be-missed event.

Terry Robb, Doug Smith and Mark Hanson make up the unstoppable trio of talent that will play “some of the finest finger-picking guitar style music in the country” beginning at 4 p.m.

The outdoor stage at Moulton Falls Winery will provide ideal acoustics to project the sometimes flamenco, sometimes bluesy sounds of the 2nd Annual Guitar Summit at Moulton Falls Winery. Viki Eierdam

Not only is their wicked string strumming mesmerizing but the breathtaking backdrop of Moulton Falls Winery is nothing short of the perfect venue for assembling such a wealth of musical genius under one roof (or one sky since, weather permitting, this is an outdoor concert).

The pizza oven will be fired up, Moulton Falls’ boutique wines will be available and their wildly popular ciders will be on tap, as well.  Gather some close friends and enjoy a night of local wine and music in the shadows of the Cascade Foothills.

Last years’ inaugural Guitar Summit was attended by an appreciative crowd and 2017 promises to bring out an even larger audience so secure your $12 advanced ticket at www.tickettomato.com ($15 the day of).

For more information, go to www.moultonfallswinery.com

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Area wineries bringing their A game to outdoor concerts

 

Jeff Waddell (far left),winemaker at East Fork Cellars, plays lead guitar and vocals with Les Cellars Rats who recently performed at Three Brothers Winery Wine Club Appreciation Concert. Viki Eierdam

Two weekends ago the park like setting of Three Brothers Winery—under majestic evergreens—provided a cooling backdrop for their combined Wine Club Appreciation Concert with East Fork Cellars and I had the privilege of attending.

Scheduled to begin at 4:30 pm, the crowd was a bit thin early on due to the extreme heat we’ve been experiencing but the opening act—Les Cellar Rats—appeared unfazed by the scorching sun as they covered hits from Journey to Kansas and an impressive Jimi Hendrix interpretation.

My husband and I scored premium seating under the recently-expanded covered patio since most guests were spread out with blankets on the lawn. Owner, Dan Andersen, joked with me that we’d taken over Walt Houser’s table and I can see why that’s his favorite spot; it afforded the perfect stage view under the comfort of shade and close proximity to chilled bottles of crisp pinot gris.

Guests at Three Brothers Winery’s Wine Club Appreciation Concert were treated to the soulful sounds of the Al Perez Band. Viki Eierdam

As more and more club members began descending on the grounds, the Al Perez Band took to the stage. The soulful sounds from Al’s acoustic guitar and the five-piece band backing him were masterfully woven but, alas, we had to make our exit before their set was up because, while I was visiting with Doug and Janine Julian (owners of The Vine Travelers), Walt and his lovely bride, Beth, showed up!

All kidding aside, that is not why we left. The arrival of the gracious owner and winemaker of Bethany Vineyards and our departure was simply a synergistic happenstance (you can thank us later for saving your table) because we were off to check out the inaugural Guitar Summit at Moulton Falls Winery with critically-acclaimed finger picking guitarists Terry Robb, Doug Smith and Mark Hanson while Drastic Measures and F.O.G. with special guest vocalist, Brenna Stillwell, would have the Wine Appreciation Concert continuing well into the evening.

Critically-acclaimed finger picking guitarists Mark Hanson, Terry Robb and Doug Smith performed at Moulton Falls Winery’s inaugural Guitar Summit two weekends ago. Viki Eierdam

Joe and Susan, owners of Moulton Falls, had their hands full with an appreciative crowd under a now cooler evening sky by the time we pulled in and the skillfully-delivered compositions of the trio were absolute magic. A recently-constructed stage (a.k.a Jake’s doghouse) provided ideal acoustics to project the sometimes flamenco, sometimes bluesy sounds of this stellar ensemble.

A recently-constructed stage (a.k.a Jake’s doghouse) provided ideal acoustics to project the sometimes flamenco, sometimes bluesy sounds of the inaugural Guitar Summit at Moulton Falls Winery. Viki Eierdam

It was like old homecoming at both stops being able to visit with Andersen, East Fork Cellars’ winemaker, Jeff Waddell (also lead guitarist for Les Cellar Rats), Walt and even Ridgefield mayor, Ron Onslow, at Three Brothers and then seeing author, Spike Walker; wine photographer, Richard Duval; and chatting with Joe and Susan at Moulton Falls. Wine makers and appreciators are truly a community of approachable, fun loving folks.

Two completely different concerts with two completely different atmospheres but each one hitting it out of the park with performances and talent. More outdoor concerts are scheduled throughout the summer at Clark County wineries. Gather some close friends and be sure to raise a glass at one (or two).

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