2024 Art on the Side

The Liberty Ukeladies are A few gals who decided to start a garage band about 20 years later than most people do. They play and sing simply because it makes them and us very happy. 

Bill Stilfield specializes in jazz improvisation. He is from Liberty but spent 40 years in Los Angeles in the music business, working for various jazz recording labels and formed his own two labels in 1987.  AFter moving back to Liberty in 2012 he performs with the Corbin Theatre, serves on the Liberty Arts Commission, is event director for Make Music Liberty and pianist with the FMO Big Band. Bill also served on NARAs Grammy Award Jazz screening committee.

The Jewell Street 5 Jazz Ensemble will join us again this year! Treat yourself to an hour of Jazz Standards by this talented group.

  IVORY BLUE is an Alternative singer/songwriter/producer whose music is passionate rock, with a dash of pop hooks and a healthy dose of swagger. As a transgender artist, dedicated to breaking down barriers and defying staid conventions, IVORY attracted attention for their courage and music while living a nomadic existence until settling in Kansas City, MO and becoming part of the local music community.  

Thie Damien Gunn Band is a non-stop, high level, energetic band, that performs with passion, and engages with the crowd. They perform music that anyone and everyone can enjoy. 

Mary Jilka has the voice of an angel will wake us up to a fabulous day of art and music.

Tom Riggs is a wonderful folk musician that never disappoints.

Tica Felise is a singer-songwriter originally from Denver, CO. Tica Felise has been performing for over 20 years with various projects & as a solo artist. With a warm, resonant tone that brings to mind greats like Linda Ronstadt, Natalie Merchant and Janis Joplin - Tica Felise makes music with a pink ukulele and a resilient spirit. Her style is a delightful fusion of rock & roll, blues, country, folk and pop dripping with soul.  www.ticafelise.com www.Facebook.com/ticasings You can hear her on 

Zach Garland-Foster is a singer, songwriter, and an amazing all around musician and teacher! Zach can be heard throughout the region and beyond usually playing lead saxophone for some of Kansas City's  hottest bands. Today he will be performing solo, vocal and piano.

Chis Foster is an internationally known entertainer, singer and  guitarist.  He  performs a wide variety of styles from, Latin jazz, folk, rock to pop.  

Bones & Melody are an accoustic act that will be playing a mix of rock, blues and folk