PASA House Concert Series

One of the longest running house concert series in the Philadelphia Area, for more than 20 years, PASA has presented its members in a true house concert setting. Since its creation by Rob Lincoln in 2000, more than 150 different performers have performed as a co-headliner.

Each concert features three PASA members as co-headliners, plus 8 to 12 "Open Chair" performers. Anyone who wants to play an original song can be an Open Chair performer. These shows are in round robin format, one song at a time and the Open Chair slots not only begin the show but also occur at the end of every round. There are usually seven rounds with an intermission in the middle.

NOTE: Doors open 30 minutes before concert start time. Please arrive early so we can start on time!

Please bring a folding chair and a snack or beverage to share.

Performers:

	Bob Mecklenburger Bob Mecklenburger has been performing with his acoustic 6- and 12-string guitars for more 40 years, singing his original songs and folk songs. His clear voice, earnest presence, and fresh song-styling are reminiscent of John Denver. His music speaks of homespun values, the beauty of nature, and the importance of being true to oneself. Accomplished at flatpicking and fingerpicking guitar styles, he highlights both on his CD, "Do It!". Bob is an active member and past president of the Princeton Folk Music Society. Website: www.bobmecklenburger.com
	Sherry Somach Once you hear Sherry Somach's voice, you will mistake her for no other vocalist. She works with a broad palette of colors and textures. One moment you will think you are at a smoky, low-lit piano bar as she sings a sultry, bluesy ballad. Then she'll make you laugh with her razor sharp wit and her take on relationship and political issues. Then she'll steal into your heart with one of her soulful songs. Sherry is also an accomplished guitarist -- she knows her way around tasty jazz chords and can swing!! Sherry is part of several musical groups and is also in the Common Ground Choir.
	Trif Trif is a longtime fixture in the Delaware Valley with his singing, songwriting, and playing in countless area venues. Lots of PASA artists remember the Barrington CoffeeHouse, selected "Best Open Mic" for the state of New Jersey in 2009. Trif not only ran the place but was the open Mic host for 500 Thursdays in a row from 2003-2013. Trif plays many instruments, but give him an acoustic guitar and he'll sing you a story in four minutes flat. He writes with a soulful folk, often visited by jazzy blues, keeping an ear on the street. Trif's first CD was 2003's 'TRIF's Bad Side Showing'. He has produced several more since then, including 2005's 'Friends of the BCH' CD. Trif is also the drummer for Terry Rivel and the GhostRiders.
	You: The fourth performer can be YOU! The first eight (or so) performers to sign up at the show will sing one original song as part of the concert. This is an extra special OPEN STAGE SHOWCASE OPPORTUNITY, so bring along any instruments you'll want to play. The first people to arrive get to sign up first. The open stage slots often fill up, so come early to get a slot.

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