On Friday, May 2nd at 8:00 p.m., Ebony & Ivory +2 performed at the Stirling Festival Theatre in Stirling, Ontario (northwest of Belleville). The efforts of renowned director/choreographer Caroline Smith, along with the amazing work that countless volunteers have done over the years, have created a strong artistic presence in this village. The theatre is beautiful and the programming is vibrant and varied. Ebony & Ivory were hardly into their first number when the audience erupted in applause for their playing. Andrew and Fred were joined by George Koller on Bass and Wilson Laurencin on Drums. It was a wonderful concert. Thanks to everyone at Stirling for such a warm reception.

Andrew Gilpin ("Ivory") has a catalogue of compositions which have attracted attention around the world. His compositions, especially those for choir, have had many performances, and he is now branching into television work. Andrew is composing the score for a new series called "Locked in the Past", which is in production and slated for worldwide distribution.

The signature Ebony & Ivory "Chocolate Mailings" have been delayed because of new regulations at the United States Postal Service. New processing equipment at the post office has prevented us from sending out our chocolate mailing this year. We are working with the Postal Service to find an alternate solution.

The Gilpin Publishing Store, which features Red Hot!, the debut album of Ebony & Ivory, as well as the many compositions of Andrew Gilpin, is being given a new look and feel. In addition to CDs and sheet music, the new Gilpin Store will also offer music downloads, similar to iTunes. We'll have more in our next newsletter about the new Gilpin Store, which is expected to go live at the beginning of June.

July 7, 2008 - Reno, NV

Artown Festival

March 15, 2009 - Nevada City, CA

Twin Cities Concert Association