The New Pearl Buttons
The New Pearl Buttons perform American music of the mid to late 19th century (circa 1845-1900). The ensemble includes mandolin, singers, flute and piano and often plays historic sites in Wisconsin and Minnesota, including the Historic LeDuc Estate in Hastings, MN and several festivals. Recently the band has teamed up with author-illustrator team Dave Geister and Pat Bauer to present educational readings and programs to audiences of all ages, based on their new book B Is For Battle Cry: A Civil War Alphabet.
The “Pearl Buttons” perform with Don and Sherry Ladig (flute, vocals and piano) as a duo, or as a trio with the addition of John Wenstrom on mandolin and vocals. The group is available in 1860’s costume for all festivals and celebrations.
Contact Sherry to arrange a booking!
New Pearl Button Players Calendar
August – November 2018
- Sunday, August 5, 2018
Waldmann Brewery and Wurstery445 Smith Avenue NorthSaint Paul,MN 55102USA
Waldmann Brewery Sunday Brunch
Time: 1:00 pm
Join The New Pearl Buttons as we play for Waldmann Brewery and Wurstery's Sunday Brunch. We play light European and American cafe music from the 1857 era (when Waldmann's was established) in period dress. Wear whatever you like; this isn't a dress-up affair, and enjoy great housemade food from old recipes, and refreshing German-style beers (also made on the premises). This is history at its tastiest!
Waldmann Brewery Sunday Brunch» - Monday, August 6, 2018
Como Lakeside Pavilion1360 Lexington Parkway NorthSaint Paul,MN 55103USA
MN Mandolin Orchestra Annual Premiere
Time: 7:00 pm
Come over to Como Lakeside Pavilion to hear the MMO premiere my new piece, Evening Shades. It's a Brazilian-inspired piece for mandolins and guest flutist Barbara Leibengrund, a Nocturne/ Dance in one easy movement (I'm pretty excited about it !) Absolutely free, and an annual tradition for me for 15 years of premieres with this excellent orchestra. Mandolin music wafting over the lake...what could be better?
MN Mandolin Orchestra Annual Premiere» - Saturday, August 11, 2018
Harriet Island (across from downtown Saint Paul)
Saint Paul,MN 55102USAMinnesota Irish Fair
Time: 12:00 pm
Join Dunquin in the Tearoom at noon and the Workshop Tent at 3 pm (topic: The Many-Cultured Music From Donegal), for our annual appearance at the great Irish get-together! It's free, it's fun, it's where you want to be for all things Irish. We're there Saturday afternoon only, but check out the website for 2 1/2 days of music, dance, food, culture, marketplace; it's all here!
Minnesota Irish Fair» - Sunday, August 19, 2018
LeDuc Historic House1629 Vermillion StreetHastings,MN 55033USA
LeDuc House Orchard Summer Series
Time: 6:00 pm
We're back in one of our fave spots, the venerable Historic LeDuc House orchard on an August Sunday night. Bring a lawn chair and a cool beverage, and listen to some toe-tapping American and Irish fiddle music. We'll play a few of the house favorites, too (the LeDucs had at least three generations playing music in the house). Freewill offering taken, but no set admission.
LeDuc House Orchard Summer Series» - Sunday, September 2, 2018
Waldmann Brewery and Wurstery445 Smith Avenue NorthSaint Paul,MN 55102USA
Waldmann Brewery Sunday Brunch
Time: 1:00 pm
We return once again to the scene of the...brunch! Come down to our favorite brewery/wurstery in a lovely restored 1857 saloon. Dress casually, eat heartily, listen appreciatively, to American/European music of the mid-19th century, from the brunch hours of 1-2:30 pm.
Waldmann Brewery Sunday Brunch»