"King's focused intensity summons up a kind of kinetic power and passion that can stop surprised, slack-jawed onlookers in their tracks." Acoustic Guitar

Between the Garden Court, Uncorked, Frets, events at the Richard Downing Airport, churches, schools… we hear a lot of local music here in Coshocton. Coshocton contractor, President of Gemini Corporation, Bowling Green music major, passionate musician…AKA Jason Pendola cannot say enough about the quality of music making here in Coshocton.  Looking for a new wrinkle to present these musicians in the 2009/2010 Rent Party season, the Pomerene Center for the Arts poses the question: “What do our local musicians listen to and how does it effect their music?”

I recently stumbled across a video performance by guitarist Kaki King–very inspiring–and was curious if Jason knew her music. He’s been listening to her for two years along with another guitarist who uses similar techniques–very percussive with the left hand working over the top of the neck rather than wrapped underneath: think vertical slide guitar without the slide. King uses her body like a stand to hold the guitar: all her motion is concentrated in her hands. They fly.

Jason will be bringing Kaki King to the Pomerene “stage”–virtually. Here’s how it will work. November 6th’s Rent Party will start with a video performance by Kaki King followed by J. Pendola live, performing and conversing with the audience about how he works, thinks and assimilates new techniques. 

WHAT IS A RENT PARTY?

At the time of the Great Migration north, blacks emigrating from the south settled the problem of Harlem’s inflated rents by throwing parties.  Furniture was moved to the outside walls, musicians and refreshments were brought in, card tables were setup out of the way of the dance floor, and the doors were opened in exchange for a few bucks.

In an effort to relieve stress on our monthly budget, the Pomerene Center has adopted/adapted the Rent Party to help meet our monthly gas bill.  YES! We open our doors at 7:30p on First (with some exceptions) Friday evenings, October-April and present great acoustic music– great times (especially if you bring your friends!) –and great food $3 per plate.  Suggested donation $5 at the door.