November 18, 2010
Buddy Holly’s Last Concert |
Baxter Clement and his talented cast will be transporting us back to 1959 to witness one of Buddy Holly’s last concerts. His 6 piece band will blast you through all of the hits that have made Buddy Holly one of the most recognized names in Rock n’ Roll history. Baxter has been performing as Buddy Holly throughout the country for years and he and his cast have been praised by the writer of the Buddy Holly Show as “one of the most fun and dynamic ensemble in years.”
Baxter Clement, who is playing Buddy Holly, is a Southern Pines resident. Having grown up in the Sandhills, Clement went to the North Carolina School of the Arts and Vanderbilt University, before studying at the Mozartium in Austria on a guitar scholarship. When he came back to the United States, he spent several years playing in pit orchestras for such Broadway shows as Rent and Jesus Christ Superstar, as well as for a number of off-Broadway shows. He has also toured with various rock bands.
Returning to Southern Pines about two years ago, Clement opened a music school and recording studio. “I wanted to give kids in a town like Southern Pines the advantages of my background and experience,” he says. “I bring down musician friends from New York, like a professor at Juilliard, who give master classes.”
Clement grew up listening to Buddy Holly with his father, who was a big fan. “I have always known and liked the music, and being a rock ‘n’ roller myself, playing Buddy is a great opportunity for me,” he says. “However, since I am much more of a musician than an actor, I have had to rely on Robbie to help me step into the part and get the proper characterization. I respect Buddy Holly, and I want to be sure that I do it right.
“I don’t want to let anyone down who doesn’t know what a wonderful person he was. He broke down racial and musical barriers, and I have struggled with the challenge of presenting him as a real person, not just a singer of songs.”
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November 18, 2010
Chilled Iceberg Wedge with Local Tomatoes, Cucumber and Radish
Garlic and Herb Croutons
Ranch Dressing
Stuffed Boneless Pork Chop with Corn Bread and Chorizo
Thyme Pan Gravy
Green Beans and Roasted Mushrooms
Georgia Strawberry Cake with vanilla Anglaise Sauce
** Menu may be altered for the chef to take advantage of fresh accompaniments
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