Ann Meadows
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Ann Meadows

Roanoke Rapids, NC | Established. Jan 01, 2012 | SELF

Roanoke Rapids, NC | SELF
Established on Jan, 2012
Solo Americana Singer/Songwriter

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"Tar Landing Jam Spring 2013"

The Beaufort County Traditional Music Association (BCTMA)and Tar Landing Company, LLC will
present the “Spring 2013 Tar Landing Jam” on May 18th from 2-10pm to benefit the Bath Community
Library. This semi-annual family event featuring a variety of traditional music performances is located
at 304 Tar Landing Drive (on Creek Rd. near Bath). Some seating is provided and food will be
available on-site.
The fun begins at 2pm with a “Community Jam”. Everyone is invited to participate in this event, so
bring your instrument and songs and join in the fun!
The “Instant Jam Band Contest”, a new fun event for the Tar Landing Jam will begin at 4:30pm.
Upon paying a $5 fee, participants will be entered into a random drawing to perform in an “instant”
band composed of five musicians. Participants must register and be on-site by 4:30pm. Each “instant”
band will perform two songs on the main stage beginning at 5:15pm. The winning “instant” band will
be announced at 7pm and will perform on the main stage and receive prize money - the total of the
entry fees paid by all the participants.
The Flatland Zingers will perform at 6pm. This local old-time string band features Linda Boyer, Reid
Courson, Rob Cuthrell, Chris Furlough and Eric Holmes.
The Naughty Pines will perform at 7:15. Ann Meadows and Parham Howell present a variety of
original songs and cover tunes ranging from bluegrass standards to contemporary country and folk.
After Jack performs at 8pm. After Jack plays "man-catchin' music", with a sound that is
simultaneously innocent and irreverent. Inspired by the musical roots of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the
trio balances tight vocal harmonies on top of eclectic musical stylings on fiddle, banjo, accordion,
washboard, ukulele, guitar, mandolin, oboe and percussion. The ladies met in 2010, working together
as actors in a professional theatre company, and took their name from the lucky, quick-witted hero of
beloved mountain folk-tales. After Jack can tell a spellbinding, heart-wrenching story through song
right in the middle of a foot-stomping, hollering, good-time show.
Admission to the Tar Landing Jam is $10 (children under 12 -Free).
How to get here: From Washington, take 264 East 13 miles. Turn right on Creek Rd. at Hunter's Bridge,
then left on Tar Landing Drive. For more information about the Tar Landing Jam, visit bctma.org. - BCTMA.org


"Tar Landing Jam Spring 2013"

The Beaufort County Traditional Music Association (BCTMA)and Tar Landing Company, LLC will
present the “Spring 2013 Tar Landing Jam” on May 18th from 2-10pm to benefit the Bath Community
Library. This semi-annual family event featuring a variety of traditional music performances is located
at 304 Tar Landing Drive (on Creek Rd. near Bath). Some seating is provided and food will be
available on-site.
The fun begins at 2pm with a “Community Jam”. Everyone is invited to participate in this event, so
bring your instrument and songs and join in the fun!
The “Instant Jam Band Contest”, a new fun event for the Tar Landing Jam will begin at 4:30pm.
Upon paying a $5 fee, participants will be entered into a random drawing to perform in an “instant”
band composed of five musicians. Participants must register and be on-site by 4:30pm. Each “instant”
band will perform two songs on the main stage beginning at 5:15pm. The winning “instant” band will
be announced at 7pm and will perform on the main stage and receive prize money - the total of the
entry fees paid by all the participants.
The Flatland Zingers will perform at 6pm. This local old-time string band features Linda Boyer, Reid
Courson, Rob Cuthrell, Chris Furlough and Eric Holmes.
The Naughty Pines will perform at 7:15. Ann Meadows and Parham Howell present a variety of
original songs and cover tunes ranging from bluegrass standards to contemporary country and folk.
After Jack performs at 8pm. After Jack plays "man-catchin' music", with a sound that is
simultaneously innocent and irreverent. Inspired by the musical roots of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the
trio balances tight vocal harmonies on top of eclectic musical stylings on fiddle, banjo, accordion,
washboard, ukulele, guitar, mandolin, oboe and percussion. The ladies met in 2010, working together
as actors in a professional theatre company, and took their name from the lucky, quick-witted hero of
beloved mountain folk-tales. After Jack can tell a spellbinding, heart-wrenching story through song
right in the middle of a foot-stomping, hollering, good-time show.
Admission to the Tar Landing Jam is $10 (children under 12 -Free).
How to get here: From Washington, take 264 East 13 miles. Turn right on Creek Rd. at Hunter's Bridge,
then left on Tar Landing Drive. For more information about the Tar Landing Jam, visit bctma.org. - BCTMA.org


"What She Has To Do"

She sat alone at the end of the Farmers Market playing her guitar. She closed her eyes and sang out tunes from the Eagles, and Stevie Nicks in a voice as rich as chocolate chess pie.
Musician and singer, Ann Meadows, said she never thinks much about being one of the few women in the music industry in the Roanoke Valley. Music is a part of who she is. It’s just something she has to do. “It’s a major part of my life. If I had to relate my life to one song it would be Stevie Nicks’, After the Glitter Fades. That sums it all up as to what it’s like to be in music”, she said.
Meadows travels performing gigs as an individual singer, as a member of a duo called “The Darns”, and with several other mixes of talent.” The Darns played all over North Carolina last year”, she said, adding her music career has picked up in recent years.
Meadows who got her musical inclinations from her father and aunt, said she grew up in music. “Daddy always had music playing, and my Aunt Edna traveled with music industry trail blazer, Arthur Smith, back in the 60’s.” She said she was also influenced by a friend who taught her a few chords as a teenager. “She also introduced me to God” she said, and then gave a broad smile. “His influence is paramount. I strive to make sure He plays a role in everything. Now I’m human and I stomp my feet like anybody else but if you stop and look – there’s all that inspiration”. Her voice sounded a bit awestruck as she made the statement.
Speaking of inspiration, Meadows recently received some that’s made a strong impact on the Roanoke Valley. “I got this idea for The M.A.N. (Musicians Artist Network) about two years ago. About a year ago I talked with Tony Dickens, who is president of Central Carolina Songwriters Association and longtime friend, and explained the idea that would bring together all kinds of musicians and artist in a network/database setting. The M.A.N. would provide easy access to people who needed entertainers, songwriters, and artists. Hopefully this will give area artists more exposure and help with their careers”. Dickens thought this was a great idea and the two conspired to make it a reality.
Recently The M.A.N. opened up several venue opportunities for members including The Riverside Mills, Becker Village Mall, The Roanoke Valley Farmers Market, Dream Acres Music Festival, and Halifax Harvest Days. Meadows says she looks forward to a time when fine arts and musicians work together to put on full productions. “There are a lot of benefits to musicians and artists working together”, she said. “The more you are exposed to the arts, the richer you are”. Meadows added if there was one message she could share, it would be to “go out and share the music. If you use that tool to spread old-time family values or just love- you’ve accomplished something”.
- RV Woman Magazine


"What She Has To Do"

She sat alone at the end of the Farmers Market playing her guitar. She closed her eyes and sang out tunes from the Eagles, and Stevie Nicks in a voice as rich as chocolate chess pie.
Musician and singer, Ann Meadows, said she never thinks much about being one of the few women in the music industry in the Roanoke Valley. Music is a part of who she is. It’s just something she has to do. “It’s a major part of my life. If I had to relate my life to one song it would be Stevie Nicks’, After the Glitter Fades. That sums it all up as to what it’s like to be in music”, she said.
Meadows travels performing gigs as an individual singer, as a member of a duo called “The Darns”, and with several other mixes of talent.” The Darns played all over North Carolina last year”, she said, adding her music career has picked up in recent years.
Meadows who got her musical inclinations from her father and aunt, said she grew up in music. “Daddy always had music playing, and my Aunt Edna traveled with music industry trail blazer, Arthur Smith, back in the 60’s.” She said she was also influenced by a friend who taught her a few chords as a teenager. “She also introduced me to God” she said, and then gave a broad smile. “His influence is paramount. I strive to make sure He plays a role in everything. Now I’m human and I stomp my feet like anybody else but if you stop and look – there’s all that inspiration”. Her voice sounded a bit awestruck as she made the statement.
Speaking of inspiration, Meadows recently received some that’s made a strong impact on the Roanoke Valley. “I got this idea for The M.A.N. (Musicians Artist Network) about two years ago. About a year ago I talked with Tony Dickens, who is president of Central Carolina Songwriters Association and longtime friend, and explained the idea that would bring together all kinds of musicians and artist in a network/database setting. The M.A.N. would provide easy access to people who needed entertainers, songwriters, and artists. Hopefully this will give area artists more exposure and help with their careers”. Dickens thought this was a great idea and the two conspired to make it a reality.
Recently The M.A.N. opened up several venue opportunities for members including The Riverside Mills, Becker Village Mall, The Roanoke Valley Farmers Market, Dream Acres Music Festival, and Halifax Harvest Days. Meadows says she looks forward to a time when fine arts and musicians work together to put on full productions. “There are a lot of benefits to musicians and artists working together”, she said. “The more you are exposed to the arts, the richer you are”. Meadows added if there was one message she could share, it would be to “go out and share the music. If you use that tool to spread old-time family values or just love- you’ve accomplished something”.
- RV Woman Magazine


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My Sweet Vivian available on SeaboardRecords.

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Americana Singer/Songwriter, Recording Artist
Ann has been playing music since she got her first guitar back in grade school. With classical, opera, and creative vocal classes under her belt Ann's musical creativity, has culminated her into a sensitive songstress, committed to her songwriting craft. Anns vocal range is on a wide scale. Ranging from the low down blues to the heartfelt melodies of her originals, her vocal prowess is sure to please. The personal depth of her stories and melodic interpretation, speaks volumes of her years of experience as a seasoned singer songwriter. Steeped in the traditional Piedmont style and sound Ann came to know and love growing up in a musical and loving family. Her writing is musically intriguing as well as faith based and offers traditional family values. As an Americana artist, Ann has captured the true essence of roots songwriting, performing and style. She maintains her unique sound on the acoustic 12 string guitar accompanying her heartfelt crystalline vocals.
Either alone with 12 string guitar or on stage with a full band, Ann Meadows gives a part of herself and her songs will stay with you, in your mind and in your heart. Ann believes that music comes from everything. The wind, the sun on your face, the coo of a baby, joy, the rushing tide, or the heartbreak that sometimes comes with this wonderful life we have been given. Ann believes music, along with love, can heal anything.
Ann Meadows, has come full circle musically, with her upcoming diverse new CD release "Heritage." Her sound stands alone on integrity and merit, now complimented by International artist and producer Tommy McCoy. The full sound of additional instrumentation has rounded out Ann's songs and completes her new CD as an incredible selection of Ann's original songs as well as one by Tommy. With some top local talent lending some help on fiddle, dobro, mandolin, guitar, bass and drums, this CD is sure to have a spectrum of honest, rootsy recordings of Ann's best work.
"Heritage" by Ann Meadows will be available in the fall of 2014 on Seaboard Records. All original songs published by Meadowlark Music, BMI. For bookings and CDs contact: seaboardrecords@gmail,com or Seaboard Records on Facebook.
My motto isIn all things there is music. Ann Meadows
"She sat alone at the end of the Farmers Market playing her guitar. She closed her eyes and sang out tunes from the Eagles and Stevie Nicks in a voice as rich as chocolate chess pie"......Della Rose, Roanoke Valley Woman Magazine

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