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Peace from the Porch...

"Peace from the Porch" has come to represent many things for me. It reminds me of the amazing Bear Creek Concert series. It certainly points to fundraising for important non-profits and charities, and it literally means the relaxation and solitude that surrounds the actual porch out here on the Texas prairie. This little cabin lends itself beautifully to reflection. It's a wonderful place to take an inventory of who I am. I've watched the sunrise, the sunset, and the night sky in deep contemplation many, many times over the last five years. It was the porch that hosted my inspiration to give back. It was here that I understood that richness cannot be measured in money or things. It is also here that so many amazing musicians helped to create the magic that is the "Peace from the Porch" project.

After days of soul searching, I'm moving the project back to supporting agencies that work with victims of domestic violence and child abuse.  Their work is some of the most difficult a social organization can engage in, and we'll be right there with them, doing our part to transform broken lives into successful and peaceful lives.

We're going to roll up our sleeves and get into the thick of it by performing music for the clients and staffs of our community organizations that help those who are looking for a safer, kinder, more peaceful way of life.  We'll use our gifts to change the way our communities look at domestic violence and child abuse.  We'll get to know the survivors, the victims, and the champions who make the elimination of violence their life mission.  It will be our mission, too.

We'll continue to present concerts and offer products that help to financially support these organizations, too because we still believe that no matter what is happening around us, we need to share the joy of music. 

 

 

Plenty of PFTP CDs still need a home.  Buy them at every Bear Creek Concert or PFTP event.  Proceeds will help us fund our important mission as well as the agencies we work with.

 

 

Meet a handful of porch dwellers who have donated their music to Peace from the Porch.

Shake Russell http://www.shakerussell.com From Bar Harbor to Santa Fe; from Los Angeles to Nashville, one can mention among Texas songwriters, the name “Shake Russell” and be virtually assured of interest, pleasure and joyful recognition.	Wishing Chair http://www.wishingchair.com Wishing Chair is the folk-roots partnership of Miriam Davidson and Kiya Heartwood.
Eric Taylor http://www.bluerubymusic.com Eric Taylor is a sage musician, a lyrical genius and a master of the guitar.	Erika Luckett http://www.erikaluckett.com A masterful guitarist, a sultry voiced singer, and a terrific songwriting talent
Ginger Leigh http://www.gleigh.com Fans describe her show and her music as "empowering," "funny," "sexy," and "encouraging." Ginger’s music reaches all demographics; all ages, genders, and back-grounds. The thread is that Ginger Leigh makes you feel good about life.	Julie Loyd http://www.julieloyd.com "...a sight to behold in boots, halter top and thirties style red hair that matched her guitar. Her tunes are strong and memorable...Loyd's hard bass guitar strumming invokes the best of contemporary folk rockers…. an artist to look out for."
Martine Locke http://www.martinelocke.com Musically she travels far in the folk-rock world. Some tunes will remind you of Counting Crows and others will bring in that Alanis Morissette association, with a sting of Carol King sneaking in here and there.She’s got a beautiful voice, plays guitar like a monster.	Patrice Pike http://patricepike.com Many people have come to know Patrice Pike from her years as lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist for the popular Austin band 'Sister Seven'.
Sharon Bousquet http://www.sharonbousquet.com Sharon Bousquet ('boo-skay') is an award-winning singer-songwriter and a skillful acoustic guitarist, writing songs that bridge the spiritual and the life of the senses.	Still on the Hill http://www.stillonthehill.com This duo uses traditional instruments from their home in the Ozarksas well as other exotic offerings to create a kaleidoscope of musical color and texture
Tret Fure http://www.tretfure.com One of the most prolific artists in the contemporary singer-songwriter arena, Tret Fure is extraordinarily talented. This writer, producer, engineer, vocalist and gifted instrumentalist has navigated her career with integrity and determination.	Natalia Zukerman http://www.nataliazukerman.com Natalia Zukerman's distinctive style has been described in Velvet Park Magazine as having "jazzy flourishes, while nevertheless tipping her pick to the blues with her smoky slide guitar and sweetly seductive come-hither vocals."
Smythe and Taylor http://www.smytheandtaylor.com Houston's premier folk duo includes award winning songwriter, Gary Taylor and independent music champion, TC Smythe. Strong songwriting and great harmonies make this team a favorite for the young and old alike.	Levi Kreis http://www.levikreis.com Levi Kreis is one fine performing songwriter whose Southern upbringing gives West Coast music the heart and soul it's been missing. If you're not snuggled up with your sweetheart making sweet love, then you'll be throwing your hands in the air, shouting, "Amen!".