GIVEAWAY: PB and Jam by Professor Banjo

PLEASE NOTE THIS GIVEAWAY ENDED ON THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 1, 2011

Paul Silveria has a passion for traditional music and the grass roots it springs from. As “Professor Banjo” he shares that music, and its story, with audiences up and down the west coast. His show emerged
from his musical interests (including old-time string bands, jug bands, country blues, and square dance calling) and his love for kids, fostered by his years as a pre-school and K-12 teacher.

“PB and Jam” is a unique project. Over the the past 10 years he has gotten to know many young musicians and musical families. For this album he invited a handful to join him in the studio. The Small Time String Band, Fiddlie-I-Ay, and Riley Calcagno each recorded two tracks with the Professor. The delightful results include an example of square dance calling, a classic novelty song, and a vintage comedy skit. The remaining tracks feature Professor Banjo’s prime solo material: traditional songs both familiar and obscure, and traditionally inspired originals with just a hint of off-beat humor.

Check out these reviews of PB and Jam from PDX Kids Calendar and  Oregon Music News.

PB and Jam will be available September 1st on CD Baby: www.cdbaby.com/Artist/ProfessorBanjo – but one lucky PDX Kids Calendar Reader has the opportunity to win a copy of his CD this week!

TO ENTER:

Simply leave a comment below telling us why you love Professor Banjo, PDX Kids Calendar or why you want or deserve to win a prize in this giveaway. We do read all the comments and, though it doesn’t effect the random choice of the winner, entertaining, complimentary or appreciative comments are very much appreciated!

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Only comments on this post will be counted (not those made on Facebook or Twitter). Winner drawn at random. Giveaway ends 11:59 PM PST on Thursday September 1, 2011. Only entries with valid emails will be counted. Winners will be notified via email, and noted in a comment on this post. Winner will have until noon on Friday September 16, 2011 to claim their prize, or tickets will be given to another winner. Entries valid within the US only.

Thanks and good luck!

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PLEASE NOTE THIS GIVEAWAY ENDED ON THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 1, 2011

  • http://pulse.yahoo.com/_DKSQL6ESDLSFMWRZ2OVKE4NCI4 Fleagle

    Great CD

  • Anonymous

    And the winner  … 

    sarajod who wrote: “fb fan”

    I’ve emailed you — but if you don’t hear from me – please email me at tabitha at pdxkidscalendar dot com to claim your prize! 

    Congrats to the winner … and THANK YOU to everyone who entered!

    *winner selected at random, number assigned by order posted*