Hugo Duarte/Jeff Pike House Concert Series 2011 Singer/ Songwriters Hugo Duarte and Jeff Pike recently teamed up to do a series of House Concerts together. The response was so overwhelming that the two have decided to repeat the performance in select areas of the United States in the coming months. Seasoned and professional singer/songwriters Hugo Duarte and Jeff Pike are combining forces for a unique musical experience. This is where it gets good, folks. These two exceptional musicians and storytellers, who also happen to be good friends, are coming together for an evening of musical, magical, discovery in which you, the listener, will be the beneficiary of an event which may not ever come again. In an impromptu performance, these two excellent performers will combine their talents to take you along with them on a voyage of discovery as they perform together in an un-rehearsed, spontaneous, acoustic performance. The bottom line is that you will see a musical collaboration between Hugo and Jeff that has NEVER been presented before.
HUGO DUARTE www.hillbillybeach.com Hugo Duarte: Singer/Songwriter/Recording Artist from North Carolina, who travels extensively around the country performing his original music as well as his interpretations of songs by other well-known artists, often with his full group The Full Sail Band. Hugo Duarte is a great storyteller, a first-class songwriter, a talented musician, and true Southern gentleman. His songs will make you laugh, make you cry, and if you really listen, they'll make you think about what it means to be alive. Hugo currently is living at his own Hillbilly Beach in Wilmington, NC. I was just stunned by the quality of his body of work. Hugo's always been great musically, but there's a depth and skill to his lyrics now that he's only flirted with before. It's almost as if he got brave all of a sudden... if that's not too arrogant for me to say. I'm not a critic, but I love those songwriters that Jim Hoehn calls "word guys." I've always loved storytellers, and I value wordsmiths above any other talent. I hope you and others can put him in venues that will open him up to more people... although I hate to think it will get harder to get to see him.
Jeff Pike Adult Contemporary Singer/Songwriter Jeff Pike has been entertaining and playing music professionally since 1984. An accomplished guitarist, vocalist, songwriter, and keyboardist, Jeff has performed thousands of shows, traveled the globe with his band A1A, played many styles of music and has over 15 albums to his credit. A1A are also known as The Official and Original Jimmy Buffett Tribute Show Since 1992. www.jeffpikemusic.com www.jeffpike.com "It's amazing, this crazy world of music. Just when you think you have everything pinned down to a tee, along comes an artist with an extraordinary talent who has remained unheard of, until now that is. Go and lend a willful ear to Jeff Pikes' music, you may enjoy it as I most certainly did. Nicky Baldrin - Melodic Rock Magazine - London, England We respect multi-talented musicians, playing lots of instruments, arranging, recording, producing their own songs as Jeff Pike does. His songs are all very well written and it is quite clear that Jeff is an extraordinary talent. Catchy Hook - AOR Webzine and Magazine - London, England
Just what is a House Concert? HOUSE CONCERTS Quite simply, it is a concert that takes place in someone s house. That's right folks...a performance in your living room, den, back yard, front yard, clubhouse, private room in a restaurant, and well, you get the idea. We are not unique in doing this type of thing. In fact, house concerts have been around for quite a while. All over the country, there are many regular house concert series hosted by people who love acoustic music. Is it a House Party? No. It is not really a house party even though house parties and house concerts share many commonalities. The focus here is music, and not party. If folks feel like partying, they might want to head down to their favorite watering hole instead. House Concerts provide a relaxed and fun atmosphere for listening to music. Why do they charge money? All donations collected at the door go to the performer(s). However, the host may also have a tip jar to help with the concert s expenses. Can I just show up, or do I need a reservation? Reservations do help to ensure that the host can fill the house for the performers, but you can certainly just show up. Hosts generally ask that folks email or phone ahead of time to let them know that you are coming. Folks who show up unexpected may not have a seat, however, the host will normally do as much as they can to make sure you do, and that you have a great time. Most performers will have a minimum number of attendees as a requirement to ensure a profit can be pre-planned, as most of the performers are full-time musicians and this is their livelihood. What if I need to cancel my reservation? Obviously, life happens and plans change. However, if you do reserve a seat ahead of time and need to cancel, please let the host know at least 48 hours ahead of time. This is out of respect for the artists who plan their tours around these performances and we need to make sure we can fill the house. When you
don't show up, the performers lose money because your seat is empty. Also, there may be a waiting list of people who would like to attend, but were not able to get in because of capacity of the home. Your letting the host know, will allow someone else to have your seat. Do the musicians sell their CDs? Most performers will have their CDs and other merchandise available for sale after the show, and will usually hang around to meet folks and sign CD covers. All CD sales go directly to the performers. Do I need to bring anything? House Concerts are a community-neighborhood-social-event, so folks welcome baked goodies, potluck, snacks, or beverages to share, depending on the host s plan. General Information Courtesy is the golden rule here. Performers ask for limited talking during the performance, unless you are engaging the artists. Please silence your cell phone. If you arrive late, please be quiet as you approach the performance area. Can YOU, the audience, count on this show to be an excellent performance? Absolutely! Some years ago in Long Beach, California, Hugo & Jeff sat down together to play just for fun. The same thing happened a couple of times later and then again aboard a ship, and again in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Jeff and Hugo walked away from the experience astounded at the high level of cooperation and musicianship each contributed during those impromptu performances. The audience response was remarkable. In fact, Jeff & Hugo were both hard pressed to convince everyone that they had not been playing together for years. Their subsequent conversations about the topic have led them to decide to re-create the magic for you again now.
BASIC SHOW INFORMATION Admission is $20 at the door. For weekday evening shows, 30 people minimum confirmed attendance is necessary to accommodate expenses. For weekend afternoon/evening shows, 40 people minimum confirmed attendance is necessary to accommodate expenses. TO BOOK OR RESERVE A DATE Contact Hugo or Jeff at the phone numbers below. Hugo Duarte - 615-479-3037 hugo@hillbillybeach.com Jeff Pike - 678-576-7977 Jeff@jeffpike.com www.hillbillybeach.com www.hugoduarte.com www.jeffpikemusic.com www.jeffpike.com
Comments from our latest audience The show was excellent. Hugo Duarte and Jeff Pike sounded like they play together every night. Thanks again for a fantastic performance. "Hugo and Jeff provided us with an absolutely magical evening! They told us their stories behind the songs, they let the evening pick the songs...and it was undoubtedly an evening nobody should miss experiencing!" Thank you so much for such a wonderful, intimate, and up-close look into your music tonight in Marietta. I look forward to sharing this experience again and again. Again, thank you so much for sharing your talents with us tonight. "Wow! Seeing Jeff and Hugo in such an intimate setting was AWESOME! We got a chance to share in the creation of their wonderful pieces we all have enjoyed for so long. It was like being invited into a secret garden! Their music is such a part of my life and seeing them in this setting just brought it that much closer to home! Thanks, Boys!" Susan Oates Atlanta, Ga. "Hugo and Jeff provided us with an absolutely magical evening! They told us their stories behind the songs, they let the evening pick the songs...and it was undoubtedly an evening nobody should miss experiencing!" Cathy Edwards Atlanta, Ga. Great music in an intimate setting, throw the set list out the door as you don't have any clue what these two have up their sleeves other than great music and stories of songs that they have written or stories of songs of others that they are inspired to play. Drew Higgs Atlanta, Ga. Jeff Pike and Hugo Duarte... two great musicians providing a wonderful evening of music together. Listening to these two play in an intimate setting reminded me why I picked up a guitar many years ago. Jeff and Hugo will make you laugh, touch your heart and leave you wanting "one more song". Thanks guys! Bry Harris Atlanta, Ga..