Tuesday, June 23, 7:30 pm
(Long Island, NY) Join host Bill Shelley to learn what all the fascination is about with these two wonderfully eclectic, experimental and classically trained groups.
Members $10 / Public $15. Includes reception. Tickets can be purchased online, www.CinemaArtsCentre.org or at the box office during theater hours.
Procol Harum. Photo Credit: Deram Records.
Since the beginning of Rock and Roll, musicians have embraced prior music genres and techniques to suit their talents and creative spirits. Among those skilled experimenters of styles are Procol Harum and Emerson, Lake & Palmer, who brought symphonic and classical influences to rock, using the organ and Moog synthesizer as part of their unique band configuration.
Procol Harum used church-like organ chords mixed with their complicated and poetic lyrics to inspire their biggest hit, “A Whiter Shade of Pale,” which will be featured, along with “Conquistador,” “A Salty Dog,” and many more. Matthew Fisher’s organ technique made the distinctive sound associated with this group, while Robin Trower’s guitar prowess has often been compare to Hendrix.
Emerson Lake and Palmer. Photo Credit: Atlantic Records.
Emerson, Lake & Palmer relied heavily on the Moog synthesizer to become a narrator in the musical stories they told through music. They also came from classical training and became one of the first major Prog Rock groups to emerge on the FM dials of our radio. This program will include “Rondo,” “Lucky Man,” selections from “Pictures at the Exhibition,” “Take a Pebble,” and more. (Approx. 110 minutes)
Since 1973, presenting the best U.S., International, Independent & Repertory films on 3 screens 365 days of the year, in a comfortable ambience including the sculpture garden & The Sky Room Café, the Cinema Arts Centre is located at 423 Park Ave (just south of 25a), Huntington, NY 11743 (25 miles east of New York City). Admission for regular programs $12. Discounts for members, seniors, students & children. CAC is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization. For further information call 631-423-7610. To sign up for weekly email schedule: info@CinemaArtsCentre.org Membership and Schedule: www.cinemaartscentre.org.
The mission of the Cinema Arts Centre is to bring the best in cinematic artistry to Long Island, and use the power of film to expand the awareness and consciousness of our community.
