Sunday, October 3, 2010

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Mark muddyharp Hodgson

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Mark muddyharp Hodgson

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Mark muddyharp Hodgson was born in Detroit and grew up in Daytona Beach, Florida. The British Invasion, specifically John Mayall and the Rolling Stones, turned the 12 year old on to the wonderful world of the 12-bar blues. One day at a friend’s house in Daytona Beach, while his buddies were surfing, the youngster picked up a harmonica lying on the kitchen counter, blew into it, and from then on was hooked. The friend gave the “harp” to him. This simple introduction proved to be a turning point in the lad’s life. He devoured everything he could find on the subject of the Blues including LP’s by Muddy waters, Howlin’ Wolf, Sunny Boy Williamson, Little Walter and Sonny Terry.

As the days grew into months and the months became years, Mark muddyharp Hodgson became a band leader. The first recording released under Hodgson’s name was a vinyl LP titled “Survival in a Tourist Town” by Mark Hodgson and the Rootie Tootie Band – Nashville, but the music was ahead of its time – incorporating rock and reggae with the blues. In 1981, that was a bit much for the Nashville crowd. Hodgson was asked to stay on in Nashville to become a solo artist, but declined out of loyalty to his friends in the band.

In 1985, Hodgson once again tried the Nashville game when Tony Joe White signed Hodgson to a publishing contract. During this period, Hodgson became involved with the Memphis Blues Foundation and placed first runner up in the National Blues Talent Search. He teamed up with Noble Watts – a partnership that lasted until Noble passed away in 2004.

Mark muddyharp Hodgson now resides and records in New Smyrna Beach, Florida and has been a regular performer at “The Classics at Brantwyn” since its inception in 2008. For the 2010 Classics, Mark is joined by his wife, singer Karen Clancy Hodgson.

Brantwyn Mansion

Brantwyn

On the grounds of the DuPont Country Club and a former du Pont family residence, Brantwyn is a marvel of Georgian elegance in the wooded countryside of the Brandywine Valley. Brantwyn's eleven rooms on two floors are richly appointed with tasteful furnishings that lend them a refined yet relaxed ambiance ideal for weddings, special events, family celebrations, social events, and business meetings. The estate's exquisitely manicured 60-acre garden setting offers a breathtaking backdrop for photographs in every season.

The lush landscape, diverse venues and first class service creates the perfect hospitality experience for you to enjoy.

The Classics at Brantwyn Raffle

Rules for The Classics at Brantwyn Raffle

Anyone 18 years of age or older may enter, including employees of the Kennett Symphony of Chester County, members of the Board of Directors of the Kennett Symphony and their families. The IRS has taken the position that amounts paid for chances to participate in raffles, lotteries, or similar drawings for valuable prizes are not gifts and, therefore, do not qualify as tax-deductible contributions. All local, state, and federal income taxes are the responsibility of the winner. By entering this raffle, entrants accept and agree to be bound by these rules, limitations, and restrictions and by the decisions of the Kennett Symphony Board of Directors. The prize winner agrees that his or her name and likeness may be disclosed to and used by the news media.

Raffle tickets are $100 each. A maximum of 400 tickets will be sold. The prize awarded will depend on the total number of tickets sold by 7:00 PM on December 4, 2010.

1. 150 or fewer tickets sold - 50/50 Raffle. Prize is one half of ticket sales.
2. 151 to 250 tickets sold - Prize is $15,000 cash.
3. 251 to 400 tickets sold - Prize is a choice of $15,000 cash or 2011 Ford Mustang.

The Mustang, supplied by Sheridan Ford of Wilmington, Deleware, is a base model equipped with a V6 engine and 5-speed manual transmission. It will be on display at The Classics at Brantwyn on October 3, 2010.

The drawing will be held at intermission of the 8:00 PM, December 4, 2010 concert of the Kennett Symphony. All proceeds will benefit the Kennett Symphony of Chester County, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

We Thank the Sponsors who Supported The Classics at Brantwyn 2009

Cloverleaf Auto Service, Inc.

Mercedes Benz of West Chester

UPS

Terrain at Styers

Dupont Country Club/Brantwyn

Otto's BMW

J C Taylor Antique Auto Insurance

Brush and Palette

SIW Vegetable Stand - H G Haskell

Jackson ImmunoResearch Laboratories