Category: Arts

SC4 Hosts Free Concert Featuring Tropical Steel Drum Band

On Thursday, January 16, SC4 will host two free concerts featuring The Island Guys tropical steel drum band. Performances are scheduled from noon to 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the SC4 Fine Arts Theatre. This group of talented musicians specialize in creating a unique tropical sound and pride themselves on their professionalism, versatility and ability to engage with the audience. With a passion for the sounds of the steel drum, they bring the spirit of the islands to every performance.

“Get ready for an upbeat fun-filled show with high energy tropical music at SC4! The Island Guys incorporate the unique island sounds of the steel drum and fascinating percussive rhythms from the islands,” said Mindy Charron, community arts liaison for SC4. 

Seats are general admission, and no reservations are needed. Doors open fifteen minutes prior to showtime. This event is a part of the SC4 Free Noon and Night Concert Series, which celebrates a variety of traditions and cultures through music and the arts.

For additional information on the Free Noon and Night Concert Series visit https://sc4.edu/campus-life/arts/free-thursday-concert-series/.

SC4 Celebration Commemorates Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy

St. Clair County Community College invites all members of the community to join in celebrating the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through the production of “I Remember When.” This free, family-friendly celebration will portray several riveting vignettes that will capture significant moments that have impacted the lives of African Americans.

“It is an honor to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr,” said Jessica Brown, Dean of Wellness at SC4. “He devoted his life to inspire and encourage peace, freedom and equality for all. SC4 is thrilled to bring back Mrs. Debra McNair‘s play production, “I Remember When” which allows us to reflect on our past, present and future history and where we all want to see ourselves better and together in the future.”

This free event is open to all and will take place on Monday, January 20, at 6 p.m. in the SC4 Fine Arts Theatre.

“The Martin Luther King Jr. event at SC4 has been a celebratory event on campus for decades. SC4 serves the community through educational events such as this one to reflect, remember and inspire,” said Kirk Kramer, President of SC4.

For more information, please visit https://sc4.edu/event/mlk-play-production-i-remember-when/.

SC4 Hosts Free Concert Featuring Award-Winning Guitarist

Jimmy DeHeno

On Thursday, December 5, SC4 will host two free concerts featuring guitarist Jimmy DeHeno. This event is a part of the Free Noon and Night Concert Series, which celebrates a variety of traditions and cultures through music and the arts. Performances are December 5 at noon and 7 p.m. in the SC4 Fine Arts Theatre.

“SC4 is excited for the performance of award-winning guitarist and Marine City native Jimmy DeHeno at the Noon and Night Community Concert series,” said Mindy Charron, Community Arts Liaison for SC4. “Not only is Jimmy gifted in classical guitar, he plays bluegrass banjo, Dobro and pedal steel guitar. Jimmy has numerous awards in songwriting and fingerstyle guitar competitions and has master workshops published in Fingerstyle Guitar Magazine.”

Part of Jimmy’s journey included two years studying classical guitar at SC4. Jimmy still lives in Marine City and frequently performs in the area. SC4 is delighted to host one of its former students to provide this enrichment opportunity for the community.

For additional information on the Free Noon and Night Concert Series visit https://sc4.edu/campus-life/arts/free-thursday-concert-series/.

For media inquiries, please contact Sarah Rutallie, Chief of Staff/ Senior Vice President, SC4, at srutallie@sc4.edu

SC4 Provides Free Country Music Concert

Taylor Tucky

On Thursday, November 21, SC4 is hosting two free concerts featuring the band Taylor Tucky. This event is a part of the Free Noon and Night Concert Series, which celebrates a variety of traditions and cultures through music and the arts. Performances are November 21 at noon and 7 p.m. in the SC4 Fine Arts Theatre.

“SC4 is pleased to welcome Taylor Tucky for the Noon and Night Community Concert Series,” said SC4 Community Arts Liaison Mindy Charron. “Taylor Tucky is an American four-member country music band formed in Taylor, Michigan. Their music is country with rock instrumentation, melodic pop melodies and memorable hooks that will please all audiences.”

Taylor Tucky was rated as the number one country cover band in Michigan and has opened for many national acts, including Kane Brown, Brother’s Osborne, Thompson’s Square, Tyler Farr, Old Dominion and more. The band consists of Perry Joe Zaremba (lead vocals), Chris Wietzke (vocals /acoustic and electric guitar/keys/mandolin/banjo), Lonnell Lewis (drums, programming), David Connors (bass guitar, vocals), and Marc Davis (Lead guitar).

They released their first full-length album, “Where There’s Smoke,” which includes the hit songs “Where There’s Smoke,” “I Bleed Country,” “Old Bar Stool,” “Local Tour Guide,” “Gettin Warmed Up,” and five others including a cover of Heart’s “Straight on to You.”

For additional information on the Free Noon and Night Concert Series visit https://sc4.edu/campus-life/arts/free-thursday-concert-series/.

For media inquiries, please contact Sarah Rutallie, Chief of Staff/ Senior Vice President, SC4, at srutallie@sc4.edu