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6 A SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2015 Q UATTROSOUND H ow are we so lucky to have the chance to get Quattrosound on stage? Someone here in Florence has taken our musical pulse, consciously registered the impression, then allowed enough time to share their fully transformed understanding of that pulse of ours to attract Quattrosound. “Wow!” says Steve Dennis, from his listening ear experi- ence. “Wow.” So much to be said from four superlative musicians who compose music and rhythmic harmony with the guitar, drums, cello and violin. The master-mind behind Quattrosound is none other than the brilliant collaboration of Kevin Clayton, manager, keeping his congruent eyes to the purpose. He records and photographs the budding group as they move toward a growing popu- larity. Florence was Quattro- sound’s first stop on tour. The Friday night concert BRINGS ‘ POPZZICAL ’ SOUND Quattrosound Review B Y M ELODY B EAUDRO was presented by SEAcoast Entertainment Association and Quattrosound producers Karen Smales and Steve Dennis at the Florence Events Center. The quartet performed selec- tions of its signature seductive blend of Latin, pop, jazz and classical — a sound that they call “popzzical.” The guitarist was Kay-Ta Matsuno, whose Japanese her- itage gave him a quick agility that drew the eye to his hand- some sweetness. Isn’t that what the guitar is all about? The drum/percussionist Jorge Villanuena supplied a warmth and sensitivity that delighted even the novice music appreciation. His rhythmic humor on the “typewriter” was exhilarating. Violist and vocalist Leah COURTESY PHOTO Kay-Ta Matsuno, Leah Zeger, Jorge Villanuena and Giovanna Moraga Clayton of Quattrosound Zeger played a portion of delighting the audience with a Vivaldi’s “Four Seasons” so passion for vocals, a bass masterfully it was shocking rhythm and great sense of and alluring; yet could pick up humor. on a typical friendly country jig Their blend of Latin, just as easily. Her singing skills pop, jazz, and classical were delightful. crossover was just as brilliant Last but certainly not least as ever. was cellist and vocalist We can’t thank you enough, Giovanna Moraga Clayton, Quattrosound! Come Zumba and help CROW ‘raise the roof’ Fill A Truck Zumbathon is hosting a charity event to “Raise The Roof” for the nonprofit youth theatre organization, CROW (Children’s Repertory of Oregon Workshops). The event will be happen- ing on Saturday, Oct. 24, in the Siuslaw Elementary multipurpose room, 2221 Oak St., from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Doors will open at 9:30 a.m. Admission is a suggested donation of $10, and all pro- ceeds will go directly to repairing the roof of CROW’s new Center for the Performing Arts — a per- manent youth arts facility located at 3120 Highway 101. CROW has been working to complete the many needed interior and exterior renova- tions for its new building so that the doors can be opened as quickly as possible to local children for skilled arts instruction and more. The estimated cost to replace the roof is approxi- mately $7,500, which takes into account donated profes- sional labor from skilled local tradesmen and contractors, and some discounted materi- als from various sources. Come participate in three hours of Zumba fitness with licensed instructors from Florence, Medford, Coos Bay and North Bend, dancing to “raise the roof” for CROW. The event is going to be focused on fun and fitness, and attendees will be able to purchase raffle tickets and enter to win two rounds of golf at Sandpines Golf Links; two tickets to see the last Resort Players’ production of “Chicago” the musical; a hotel package; gift certifi- cates to some of the best restaurants on the coast; Zumbawear and many more prizes. For more information, contact Dori Wolfe at 541- 999-4788, Melanie Heard of CROW at 541-999-8641 or Nichole Shaw of Fill A Truck at 541-621-7776. For information on the CROW program, including a sneak peak at its upcoming “Scare-CROW Haunted Maze” set to take place Oct. 29-31 in the new building, visit www.crowkids.com. FUUF to host Starlight Cabaret Dinner Saturday This Saturday, Oct. 17, starting at 6:15 p.m., all are invited to attend a Starlight Cabaret Dinner and concert at the Florence Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Hall. Jeff Lovejoy will bring his bass, keyboard and vocals to share an entertaining mix of ’60s and ’70s laid-back songs, from the Eagles to Clapton, Dylan to Lightfoot and Seeger to Sting, with a few recent tunes thrown into the mix as well. Dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. and the concert will begin at 7 p.m. Lovejoy has sang and played bass and keyboards in bands, duos and trios for more than 45 years in Massachusetts, Maine and Colorado. His many solo perform- ances over the years range COURTESY PHOTO Jeff Lovejoy from dance music in clubs to lighter fare for dinner music. Suggested donation is $10 at the door. Florence UU Fellowship Hall is at 87738 Highway 101 at Heceta Beach Road. Call 541-997-2840 for more information. C OAST R ADIO ’ S Original Great Pumpkin Giveway THURSDAY OCT. 22 ND at Old School Furniture/ Florence Saw Shop Breaking news, photo galleries and MORE! 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