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Music & Munchies: Old Soul and Chef Troy

Event Date

Sunday, October 25, 2020
11:00am - 5:00pm

Jon Spear and Dara James – also known as Old Soul – are a pair of award-winning singer/songwriters who use their formidable guitar, harmonica, and vocal skills to present a variety of songs in the blues, folk, and classic rock genres along with, of course, original songs. 

The duo is one-half of Charlottesville’s popular Jon Spear Band whose music is heard at numerous local venues and has been on the Top 50 blues music radio charts in the US, England, Australia, and France for the past several years.

Dara started playing music at age 5 when his grandfather gave him his first harmonica. He joined his first band at the age of 11 and started playing guitar when he was 14. Jon Spear won’t admit how long he's been performing but here's a hint: Jon’s first band opened for the Isley Brothers at the Capital Theatre in Port Chester NY when Twist and Shout was top-40 hit. In 2019 the pair competed in the prestigious 35th International Blues Challenge where they were semi-finalists.
We are also pleased to welcome back Chef Troy Sheller. A grand-child of a traditional Sicilian family, Chef Troy grew up in the kitchen. Today, he specializes in the American Gastro style and brings with him a passion for avant-garde and authentic cooking that brings people together. His style is unique and is sure to surprise your taste buds in new and exciting ways!

Chef Troy 11-5 pm
Old Soul 1-4 pm