Local Favorite, Lockport Drifters Friday Night at Triangle Park

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LOCK HAVEN – This Friday’s summer concert in Triangle Park features Lockport Drifters.  The concert starts at 6 p.m.

Named for their favorite hangout on the west branch of the Susquehanna River, the Lockport Drifters is a three member acoustic string band that plays a variety of musical styles from traditional bluegrass and old timey favorites to classic rock, country, folk, and gospel standards. Best known for their strong vocals and harmony, relaxed performance style and reverence for fun, the group also adds unique arrangements and instrumentals to their traditionally spirited music.

Formed in 2001, the band has many years of combined experience playing for diverse audiences in a variety of venues throughout central Pennsylvania. Phil Reeder, a popular local talent and artist has been playing the area since the late 60’s. He is currently a member of several area bands and is equally well known for his solo performances. Dale Haines is a popular area guitar player known for his raucous vocals and humorous interaction with an audience. He and Reeder were former members of the Last Complete Show, a popular and award winning traditional bluegrass band with both TV and radio credits that toured PA and New York throughout the 1980’s and early 90’s. Member Phil Ponish has made the rounds playing bass and guitar in several popular area bands, past and present, performing classic and contemporary rock and county, southern rock, jazz, and swing. His Dobro (resophonic guitar) and old time country voice give the band a distinctive sound.

The Lockport Drifters make their homes in Clinton and Center counties and can be heard locally at various venues in Lock Haven, and at the Howard Fire Hall’s traditional Sunday music jams. Phil Ponish and Phil Reeder can be heard often in a variety of local bands. Check for schedules at the following web site: http://tinyurl.com/38tjpn.  Band members include: Phil Reeder: Bass, Harmonica, Vocals; Dale Haines: Guitar, vocals; and Phil Ponish: Dobro, vocals.

The public is invited to attend this free summer concert. Seating will not be provided, therefore, the public is asked to bring lawn chairs.

Financial support of the 2016 Summer Concert Series is provided by the following sponsors: Bear Country Radio WQBR, Lock Haven Express, The Record, Clinton County, Clinton County Community Foundation, Auto Barn, Bob McCormick Ford, Central Pennsylvania Auto Auction, Clinton County Economic Partnership and Visitor’s Bureau, Clinton County Fair Association, Comcast, Diversified Asset Planners, Downtown Lock Haven, Inc., Durrwachter Alumni Conference Center, First Quality, Homestead Pools, Jersey Shore State Bank, Keller and Munro Pharmacy, La Societe des 40 Hommes et 8 Chevaux, Lock Haven Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie # 4298, Lock Haven Sons of Italy Lodge 146, Lock Haven University, M & R Contracting, MediaX Creative, Inc., Pizza City, Thrivent Financial, and Triple D Truss.

To learn more about the 2016 Summer Concert Series, check the City of Lock Haven’s website at www.lockhavenpa.gov.

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