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Not just a clever name, the Tayberry
Jam is named for the tayberries grown in
the 10 acre orchard. Tayberries, sweet dark
red berries that are a cross between a
blackberry and raspberry, are a large part
of the family’s livelihood; Noah says they’re
used to make cider, wine and jam.
Along with tayberries, the family also
has an apple orchard. In the past the fam-
ily’s ancestors relied on timber for their in-
come, but Noah wants to change that by
replacing the selling of timber with sales
from annual events, retreats and produce.
His vision is to create a whole concept of
“green” living.
“We have tried to create a beautiful
event that will bring unity to the commu-
nity,” he says . “We spotlight local musi-
cians and show a respect for diversity by
having a concert with bluegrass, reggae,
fire dancing and a little rock and roll. Our
motto is ‘Buy a Ticket, Save a Tree!’ “
The Tayberry Jam begins at noon
Saturday, July 7 at the Tayberry Jam
Amphitheater. Tickets are available at
Kalapuya Books in Cottage Grove and
Tsunami Books in Eugene. $30 single or 2
for $50. — Deanna Uutela
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• Open Jam every Thursday 6:30pm •
FRIDAY, JULY 6, 9PM
Elizabeth Cable Band
Blues and rock from a background
in folk, very smooth
Dramarama
“Prokofiev is my favorite composer!”
Richey Thompson says over the phone as
he describes William Faustival, the rela-
tively new theater/music troupe performing
July 11 at Sam Bond’s Garage. With
Thompson on keyboards and bass, Jeff
Suchanek on drums, Joe Jiang on guitar,
Max Hawks also on keyboards and bass and
William Faust as the group’s “spokesper-
son,” the musical component of William Faustival weaves together a dramatic elec-
tro-pop soundtrack for the story of “Radaga and Akriel,” which is performed in pan-
tomime by the theatrical component of the group (when space and availability al-
lows).
Thompson, who was trained to play classical piano, says his musical upbringing
translated perfectly into his affinity for both electronic music and dramatic song. “As
soon as I got a keyboard, I discovered the wonderful world of electronic music.”
The musical element reflects the modern day sounds of popular electro-pop
groups such as Junior Boys, but a linear storyline depicting the trials and tribulations
of Akriel, an impetuous young boy, also follows the lyrics and mood of each song.
According to Thompson, the “Radaga and Akriel” story spans 11 songs and docu-
ments Akriel’s interactions with Radaga, an older authority figure. He says that the
group composed the story and the music simultaneously — sometimes creating
music to fit a portion of the story they had already written, or, conversely, adding to
the story based on a mood they had created through their music.
“Peter and the Wolf” for a new generation? Maybe. Thompson says the theatrical
group is still tentative for the Sam Bond’s performance. One way or another, William
Faustival will undoubtedly provide enough dramatics through their music and their
presence to entertain all.
“The musicians aren’t the live focus,” Thompson says. “We all kind of wanted to
give people something to look at — to create a link between the visual and the musi-
cal.” William Faustival and PALM play at 9 pm Wednesday, July 11, at Sam Bond’s
Garage. 21+ show. $3. — Steven Sawada
SATURDAY, JULY 7, 9PM
J.C. Rico & Zulu Dragon
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