Harmony Hill's Event List

Mick and Jill love making music. Their goal is to convey that same passion to others. be it at a wine tasting, restaurant, or private venue or occasion. They enjoy bringing back memories with classics from the 70's and 80's, to current contemporary songs. There's something for everyone whether it's Folk, Americana, Country, or Rock 'n Roll. And, there's always a handful of originals. You'll here music from Lyle Lovett to John Mayer Beatles to Steely Dan, as well as Patty Griffin, Joni Mitchell, and Allison Krauss. You can "friend" them on facebook (mickandjill@facebook.com), or be part of their email list at mickandjill@gmail.com.

The Bonnies are an all female band who play a mix of traditional Irish and American Roots music, combining rhythmic adventure, melody, and harmony. We here on The Hill are excited about the premier of this Cincinnati band. It should be a great night. https://www.facebook.com/TheBonnies3/

KJ Summerville is a professional musician through and through. He is the winner of multiple Cammy awards including best instrumentalist. After 23 years of life in a band, KJ decided to go solo in January 2016.  He wanted to spend more time with his beloved Martin D35 and as they say “the rest is history.”  His style is extremely diverse, but as a solo artist he comes from the James Taylor school of smooth. A typical show from KJ might include The Beatles, Sam Cooke, Chris Stapleton, Fleetwood Mac and maybe even Led Zeppelin if you ask. His easy rapport with the audience will have you feeling like you have made a new friend and might include a personal anecdote or two, some of which may even be true. We are truly excited about featuring KJ on The Hill. 

Raggedy Edge believes no winery, restaurant, coffee shop, retirement home, house concert, fair or festival should be without upbeat, good time, Modern Folk music.

Lynn Perdzock's sultry, smooth, mocha latte vocals mix perfectly with Bob Farley's crunchy baritone-tenor. His crafty guitar wizardry puts the edge on Lynn's rhythm guitar and mandolin work. Wrap it all up with an easy-going, fun rapport, and you have Raggedy Edge, the perfect solution for any and all situations.

Formed in the spring of 2011 after a chance meeting at an open mic at a coffee house in Fairborn, Ohio, Raggedy Edge has built a musical identity that loops and twists through the adult contemporary pop country rock folk music scene. Their upbeat songs and offbeat banter will keep you smiling, rocking, and feeling good long after the show is over. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2ojKAxZeCBuQXMUQVLqYKg

These two seasoned musicians bring a diverse range of musical influences to the stage. Heavily influenced in their formative years by such iconic artists as the Beatles, Van Morrison, George Michael and Todd Rundgren, this duo’s calling cards are rich vocal harmony and guitar styles reminiscent of the Blues, Folk and Rock-n-Roll music of the sixties and seventies. Andy Sorentino’s background includes performing in popular bands throughout the Columbus, Ohio marketplace as a lead vocalist and guitar player. Andy also teaches guitar out of “Sidekick Studios” in West Chester, Oh. Robert’s Sunderman’s musical resume’ includes his participation in the Greater Cincinnati music scene as a guitar player and co-producer of the “Eastwind Acoustic Rock-n-Roll Ensemble “.

Dr Larry Powell, former Bethel-Tate teacher-coach-principal, will be signing his first two books of his Native American Hopewell Trilogy, set some 1500 years ago in The Ohio Valley. www.DocPowell.net

Another Colour is an acoustic rock music duo that consists of husband and wife team Grace and Paul Dell Aquila. The two have been making music together since the 1980s. Originally from Long Island, New York, the duo relocated to Louisville, Kentucky in 1994. They currently live in the Cincinnati, Ohio area where Grace is a vocal instructor and Paul is working on a Ph.D degree in music theory at the College-Conservatory of Music. Please visit the duo's website for more information about Another Colour. www.anothercolour.com

Honey Hush is a husband and wife acoustic/vocal duo consisting of Ma'ry'e on vocals and Donnie Kinhalt on guitar. Hush plays all genres of music in a stripped down acoustic style. We are excited about this talented duo's performance on The Hill. https://www.facebook.com/achoneyhush/

Guitarist Bob Ross and vocalist Natalie Brady just recently began performing together but have already formed a deep musical connection. Bob has become a favorite local Jazz musician in the Cincinnati area with his original compositions. He has performed regularly at The Blues Wisp, The Greenwich, The Celestial, The Washington Platform, etc as well as featured on Local 12. Natalie, currently a Jazz vocal major at NKU, has been expanding upon her performance experience while building a distinct voice with a wide array of influences. Natalie is this area's vocalist for the Gatsby Gang Jazz Band, singing for companies such as Budweiser, Chase National Bank, and Macy's. Join this duo for an evening of Jazz that explores a more contemporary approach.
www.bobrossguitar.com
http://natalieandreabrady.wixsite.com/mysite

Meridian is the acoustic duo of Karen Dietrich and Criss Henry. For the past 15 years we’ve been playing in and around the tri-state area. From wineries, to bars and private parties, we’ve played pretty much everywhere. We’ve even been known to turn up on a radio show now and then. This past year Meridian has been trying to add to their song list, adding new songs by some newer artists, as well as older, classic rock. Our interests are always growing and expanding, from newer artists like Brandi Carlisle and Rodrigo y Gabriela to Gaelic Storm.
We describe our acoustic sound as Folk-n- Roll.
Please visit our FaceBook page at www.facebook.com/MeridianFolknRoll

Harmony Hill is pleased to welcome The Julie Stinchcomb Quintet. Celebrating 16 years as vocalist for The Monday Night Big Band in Anderson Township. Julie has formed a Quintet with the rhythm section of the Big Band consisting of Paul Chiappone on piano, Jim Schengber on bass, Dave Koenig on drums and Jerry Ramsey on sax and flute. The Quintet has been pleasing audiences with their standard collections from the 30's to the 80's. You are sure to enjoy their musical journey. We are excited to have Julie and the band back on The Hill for 2018.

No need to bring your own food to The Hill this time. The crew at P&P makes gourmet pizzas that will knock your socks off. If you haven't tried them yet this summer, believe me, you can leave the picnic basket home today. PNPwoodfiredpizza.com

Jeff Hager and David Stautberg are more than just an acoustic duo. We use multiple instruments depending on the needs of the song. We play an eclectic mix of rock, blues, and country covers along with originals. Collectively we have been playing music in Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana for close to 40 years. Please visit our Facebook page for videos, pictures and scheduled events. https://www.facebook.com/BlindFaithDuo

Hadley Kennary is a singer-songwriter whose music is a folk/pop blend of heartfelt, clever lyrics and infectious melodies. Kennary, appropriately pronounced like the bird, grew up outside of Chicago. In 2014, she graduated from the prestigious Berklee College of Music and has since independently released a full-length album and two EPs. Her warm sound is refreshingly honest and contagiously catchy.

She has graced stages around the country such as SPACE in Chicago and the Bluebird Cafe in Nashville, as well as several shows in Ireland and the UK. Her songs have been featured in renowned songwriting competitions throughout the United States.
We are very excited about Hadley's debut on The Hill, and hope to see her many times in the future. https://hadleykennary.com

Monte Swinford is a local singer songwriter who performs acoustic pop and country covers from the 60's to the current day artists. Elvis to E.L.O. ... Eagles to E-dubble, Monte fuses interesting stories about the original artists with interpretations of their lyrics. All of this is done with a passion and emotion that makes Monte a real crowd favorite.
Don't miss this opportunity to witness the band/the man "Monte".

KJ Summerville is a professional musician through and through. He is the winner of multiple Cammy awards including best instrumentalist. After 23 years of life in a band, KJ decided to go solo in January 2016.  He wanted to spend more time with his beloved Martin D35 and as they say “the rest is history.”  His style is extremely diverse, but as a solo artist he comes from the James Taylor school of smooth. A typical show from KJ might include The Beatles, Sam Cooke, Chris Stapleton, Fleetwood Mac and maybe even Led Zeppelin if you ask. His easy rapport with the audience will have you feeling like you have made a new friend and might include a personal anecdote or two, some of which may even be true. We are truly excited about featuring KJ on The Hill. 

The Finneytown Music Workshop plays a lively mix of jazz, blues and original novelties, which are sure to please all of the people some of the time. Members of the band are Howard Page (sax/vocals), Summers Hagerman (guitar/vocals), Mark Becker (bass) and Dave McKinney (drums).

Encore is the musical merger of talented lead guitarist and vocalist Mike Combs and versatile singer-songwriter Bob Bridges. As much musical brothers as bandmates, Mike and Bob have played and sung together in bands and ensembles for 30 years, achieving an uncanny synchronicity of vocal blends and instrumental rhythm. With a home-spun, relaxed stage presence and a sheer command of their craft, they invite their audience along for a journey down a road of familiar and favorite melodies and unique and unforgettable harmonies. From classic rock and country to today's biggest artists, Encore is taking you back to the music you love.

Nighthawk, the acoustic duo of Ed Breedlove and Will Stuart has performed in the Greater Cincinnati area for the past 12 years. Collectively they have over 60 years of experience playing and singing Classic Rock and Folk Music. Ed is a professional songwriter and performing artist who formerly played with Sweet Thunder and was recorded on the Pristine label. He once opened at the prestigious Vogue in Indianapolis for John Prine. Will graduated from Cincinnati’s School for Creative and Performing Arts and is a proficient lead guitarist as well as having mastered several other instruments. Nighthawk enjoys playing music and bringing you along on a musical journey through seven decades of your favorite songs with their vocal harmonies and intricate guitar styling.

Harmony Hill is hosting an animal-advocate networking event at our always pet friendly winery. W3 has been established as an opportunity for all animal loving folks to 'strut their stuff' in one festival style venue. Visitors are encouraged to bring their pooches (or whoever can successfully be led on a leash) and enjoy an afternoon of camaraderie among like-minded people. A guided tour and dog walk of the 70 acre National Wildlife Habitat farm will be featured, as well as live music all day and P&P Woodfired Pizzas. Doc Dan and the Stray Dogs Band will close the evening out. This is a mid-summer event not to be missed.

No need to bring your own food to The Hill this time. The crew at P&P makes gourmet pizzas that will knock your socks off. If you haven't tried them yet this summer, believe me, you can leave the picnic basket home today. PNPwoodfiredpizza.com

Harmony Hill is pleased to welcome back Cincinnati's best known Veterinarian and musician, "Doc" Dan Meakin for an evening of pooches and performances. Dan's style coupled with 60s-90s favorites are sure to please all. Admission is free, but donations are appreciated, benefiting "Friends of Noah" Stray Adoption Program at AllCreatures Animal Hospital.

Tracy Walker is an award winning singer songwriter who has been at the forefront of Cincinnati's vibrant music scene for over a decade. Her soulful musical style sits at the crossroads of Folk, Rock, Latin, Jazz, Blues and even country. Tracy has shared the stage with Joe Cocker, Sally Taylor, Blessid Union of Souls, and many others and was a 2011 Taft Museum of Art Duncanson Artist-in-Residency Awardee. Tracy Walker will entertain your mind and move your soul. Come join her for an intimate night of acoustic music accompanied by her sultry voice that refreshes your palate. We are pleased to have Tracy back for her 5th year on The Hill. https://tracywalker.com/