Deep Blue Water Samba School
12:00-1:30pm

Deep Blue Water Samba School is a community samba drumming group based out of Traverse City, Michigan. Samba Batucada is a parade style of drumming from Brazil, using snare drums, bass drums, cowbells, shakers, and other percussion instruments.

NEW THIRD COAST 2:00-3:30pm

Patrick Niemisto moved to Leelanau County in the early 1980's, and has been a part of the music scene ever since. Besides being patriarch of New Third Coast, he spends considerable time as proprietor of the Holy Wah! Recording Studio and Brewery in Maple City.

John Kumjian retired as band director from Glen Lake Schools and now gives lessons privately. "Mr.K" (as his students refer to him) can frequently be found "filling in" for area ensembles. He also is part of The Dune Brothers as well as solo appearances.  

Bryan Poirier was asked to join N3C in late 2004, upon his return to Leelanau County. Bryan's "day gig" is as a Certified Financial Planner and owner of 3rd Coast Financial in Traverse City. Bryan is also part of the Jameson Brothers as well as a solo performer.  

All band members share songwriting duties, and all can play a wide variety of instruments. 

Broom Closet Boys 4:00-6:00pm

Broom Closet Boys is an exciting power trio that delivers an impressively unique catalogue of popular tunes, scaling across decades & genres. They combine excellent musicianship with a catered blend of music that is fun for all ages and music lovers. The band is made up of Chris (guitar and lead vocals), Mike (bass and backing vocals), and Bruce (drums and backing vocals).