Renaissance, the legendary symphonic rock band featuring Annie Haslam, will be back in the US playing select dates from October 17th through October 31st. This will mark 54 years since the formation of the band and its 16th consecutive year of touring since its reactivation in 2009.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Renaissance leader and vocalist Annie Haslam remarked that \u201cWe are very proud but sad to announce our \u2018In Gratitude\u2019 Farewell Tour. Where did the time go? Looking back over the years, I believe we have made history in the worlds of Progressive and Symphonic Rock.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The upcoming shows will include stunning arrangements of \u201cOcean Gypsy,\u201d \u201cNorthern Lights,\u201d \u201cForever Changing,\u201d \u201cMother Russia,\u201d \u201cCarpet of the Sun,\u201d \u201cAshes are Burning\u201d and other favorite classics. Ms. Haslam will be joined on stage by long-time musical associate Rave Tesar on piano, along with Mark Lambert on guitars\/vocals, Geoffrey Langley on keyboards\/vocals, Frank Pagano on drums, percussion\/vocals, and John Galgano on bass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Annie Haslam noted that \u201cPerforming with Renaissance since 1971 has been my whole life. I still love singing these unique, surreal, dramatic and romantic songs and pairing up with some of the finest orchestras in the world. All of this was born from the music of Michael Dunford, John Tout, Terry Sullivan and Jon Camp combined with the emotional and poetic words of Betty Thatcher. Our music has filled the hearts and minds of many thousands of fans around the world. It started for me, with a dream from my childhood that ended in this miracle called Renaissance! Rave Tesar, is an extraordinary man and musician I have worked with in my solo band since 1989 and with Renaissance since 2009. He has also been a very big help in keeping the band ‘alive’! Some very talented musicians have stepped into our band, and their devotion and hard work have added to the band\u2019s touring longevity and personality.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Renaissance is a band with a rich history unique unto themselves as progressive rock pioneers who rose from the ashes of the seminal UK rock band, The Yardbirds. Acclaimed for their unique blending of progressive rock with classical and symphonic influences, the band’s career has spanned fifty plus years spearheaded by the 5-octave voice of Annie Haslam and the masterful songwriting skills of Michael Dunford, John Tout, Jon Camp and Terry Sullivan. They are widely considered to be the band that most successfully and routinely utilized the sound of a full orchestra in their recordings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The band has toured throughout the world and has performed at Carnegie Hall with the New York Philharmonic Orchestra and at the Royal Albert Hall with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and Royal Chorale Society. Renaissance had a top ten hit in the UK with their song \u201cNorthern Lights\u201d that still demands airplay to this day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Renaissance: In Gratitude Farewell Tour 2024<\/strong> https:\/\/www.ticketmaster.com\/renaissance-in-gratitude-farewell-tour-new-york-new-york-10-17-2024\/event\/0300607CE1222D50<\/a> https:\/\/www.theegg.org\/events\/event\/renaissance-in-gratitude-farewell-tour\/<\/a> https:\/\/tickets.ridgefieldplayhouse.org\/orderticketsvenue.asp?p=4511<\/a> https:\/\/citywinery.com\/boston\/events\/renaissance-in-gratitude-farewell-tour-0b1xyf<\/a> https:\/\/www.theaterais.com\/boxoffice<\/a> https:\/\/tixr.com\/af\/bandsintown\/99870<\/a> https:\/\/skypac.org\/renaissance\/<\/a> https:\/\/thelansdownetheater.com\/event\/renaissance\/lansdowne-theater\/lansdowne-pennsylvania\/<\/a> Watch Renaissance \u201cNorthern Lights\u201d video from 1978:<\/strong>https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=CrH0SU2tqwg<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Watch Renaissance video for <\/strong>\u201cPrologue\u201d<\/strong>https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=iyXoQAIatQY<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Watch Renaissance\/Annie Haslam music video for \u201cCry to the World\u201d (with Ian Anderson on flute!): <\/strong>https:\/\/youtu.be\/finJd6nNo84<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n For more information:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n www.renaissancetouring.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n facebook.com\/renaissancetouring<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n www.anniehaslam.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thursday October 17, 2024 \u2013 NEW YORK CITYThe Town Hall123 W 43rd St, New York, NY 10036<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Friday October 18, 2024 \u2013 ALBANY, NYLewis A. Swyer Theatre at the EggAgency Building 1, S Mall Arterial, Albany, NY 12203<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Saturday October 19, 2024 \u2013 Ridgefield, CTThe Ridgefield Playhouse80 E Ridge Rd, Ridgefield, CT 06877<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sunday October 20, 2024 \u2013 Boston MACity Winery Boston80 Beverly St, Boston, MA 02114<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wednesday October 23, 2024 \u2013 Rochester, NYThe Theater at Innovation Square131 Chestnut St, Rochester, NY 14604<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thursday October 24, 2024 \u2013 Homer, NYCenter for the Arts of Homer72 S Main St, Homer, NY 13077<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Friday October 25, 2024 \u2013 Newton, NJThe Newton Theatre234 Spring St, Newton, NJ 07860<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Saturday October 26, 2024 \u2013 Lansdowne, PALansdowne Theater31 N Lansdowne Ave, Lansdowne, PA 19050<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tuesday October 29, 2024 – Edwardsville, IL Wildey Theatre252 N. Main St. Edwardsville IL 62025https:\/\/ci.ovationtix.com\/36241\/production\/1206094<\/a>
Wednesday October 30, 2024 – Edwardsville, ILWildey Theatre
252 N. Main St. Edwardsville IL 62025
https:\/\/ci.ovationtix.com\/36241\/production\/1206095<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n