Liz Masterson award winning Western singer, yodeler and cowboy poet,  is ready for the Fall season. With 3 different themed shows, there’s something for everyone.  Special pricing for senior groups. Great for special occasions, filling fall days with music, fundraisers and family events. 3 different presentations:  Western Music and Classics including “Red River Valley” “Ghost Riders in the Sky” and songs from Liz’s latest CD Roads to Colorado; Good Old Days with “Wabash Cannonball” and favorites like “Aunt Dinah’s Quilting Party” and “Grandma’s Featherbed”, or Christmas on the Range featuring songs from the brand new CD Holiday Belles. Sure to be a hit with residents, families and staff. Liz can perform solo, in duets or with “Sweethearts in Carhartts”.  She’s even provide the sound system if necessary.  Make your next fall or holiday event memorable…contact Liz today!

Call today for availability and information.

303-433-4949       Liz@LizMasterson.com

According to a recent Denver Post article, home concerts are all the rage. Why not go with a winner and feature award winning Western songstress Liz Masterson at your next event.  Whether it’s to gather family and friends or fundraise for your special cause, it will be an event you and yours will long remember.  Liz’s  CD, ROADS to COLORADO received the 2009 Will Rogers Cowboy Award for “Best Western Album” from the Academy of Western Artists. With western songs, yodeling, and singalongs, your attendees will have the time of their lives.  Schedule your home concert today!

303-433-4949       liz@lizmasterson.com

Barbed Wire Books and Zeb Dennis Productions are proud to present Colorado Cowboy Live on June 11,  featuring Liz Masterson among others.  Tickets are $10.00 and may be purchased by phone (303) 827-3620 or at Barbed Wire Books in Longmont . While tickets can be purchased at the door, past performances have sold out so it is suggested that tickets be purchased before the performance date and that enough time is allowed on the day to ensure a good seat.  More info at www.barbedwirebooks.net

2010 Liz Masterson Gigs Spring and Summer

Revised April 12, 2010 Liz Masterson  - Songbird of the Sage

Upcoming Performance Highlights for   2010

April 18 (Sun) Longmont Senior Center, Longmont, CO Concert for fun-loving seniors! 910 Longs Peak Avenue, 303-651-8495. Music starts at 1 p.m.

April 23 (Fri) Clear Creek Books, Golden, CO Concert with Rex Rideout to celebrate National Cowboy Poetry Week! This wonderful, independent book store is at 1200 Washington Ave in Downtown Golden, 80401. Show starts at 7 a.m. and is FREE. This is our way of getting the word out about Cowboy Poetry. Info: 303-278-4593

April 26 (Mon) Loveland, CO 2 shows for Seniors

May 7-9 (Fri-Sun) Abilene, TX Western Heritage Classic. 3 days of Ranch Rodeo, cowboy culture, chuck wagon fixin’s, bits, spurs and a wide range of top-notch vendors. This is the 26^th year for this fine event, and I’ll be performing with the “Sweethearts in Carhartts” Jean Prescott and Yvonne Hollenbeck. Don’t miss the big dance with Red Steagall! For more info: www.westernheritageclassic.com

May 9-10 (Mon-Tue) Ovalo, TX We’ll be rehearsing for our upcoming Christmas CD!!!

May 21 (Fri) Lakewood, CO private show for Seniors 3 pm

May 26 (Wed) Longmont, CO Private Show for Seniors 2:30 pm

May 26 (Wed) Estes Park, CO Private Gospel Show with Susan Dailey 7:30 p.m.

June 4-5 (Fri-Sat) Estes Park, CO Private

June 11 (Fri) Longmont, CO Cowboy Poetry and Music Concert at Barb Wire Books, 520 Main Street. I’ll be joined by my good friends Zeb Dennis, Mark Gardner and Rex Rideout, and the fabulous mandolin and singing from my side-kick, Susan Dailey, aka “Cinnamon Sue.” Show starts at 7 p.m. $10 at the door. Reservations suggested: 303-827-3620 www.barbedwirebooks.net

July 17 (Sat) Brighton, CO BBQ and Concert to Benefit HARMONYANGELS. This group provides many services for children, disabled adults, veterans and seniors. This annual “feel good” evening is open to the public. I’ll be singing with Susan Dailey, who will add mandolin and dulcet tones!! BBQ dinner and concert on the lovely lawn at 14020 Country Hill Drive, Brighton, 80601 . Tickets are $25. Call 303-659-6992×1

August 1-6 (Sun-Fri) Swing Week at Augusta Heritage Center in Elkins, WV For the 22^nd year, I am thrilled to be on staff for this fabulous music camp. I’ll be teaching Cowboy Songs and Western Yodeling. (See details below) Other staff members include the legendary Buddy Spicher on Swing fiddle! We’ll have classes in Swing vocals, piano, percussion, ukulele, mandolin, guitar, bass as well as band labs and late night jam sessions. This is a truly heavenly week! We’ll share the campus with the fun folks from BLUEGRASS WEEK! Sign up now to reserve your space!! Please visit ww.augustaheritage.com

I’ll be teaching Cowboy Songs and Western Yodeling. (Excerpts from the catalog)

Cowboy singing is an American art form and tradition. Learn songs of the trail drives, early 1900’s and through the golden era of the Silver Screen cowboys. Great songs like “Roll-on Little Dogies,” “Cool Water,” and “Ghost Riders in the Sky.” Students have the comfort and security of singing with the group as well as a chance to try soloing if you like. Class is designed for anyone who wants to step back in time and ride the vocal range.

Western Yodeling: Did you see our own Liz Masterson yodel on the Discovery Channel’s Myth Busters Show?  If you yearn to yodel, now is your chance. Learn all the basics and a variety of styles from Jimmie Rodgers to Roy Rogers. Class is designed for students with some singing experience and who can carry a tune. Liz has taught yodeling to students across the country and she can show you the ropes.

More details to come

To contact Liz Masterson 303-433-4949     P.O. Box 12699, Denver, CO 80212 www.LizMasterson.com   and www.westernserenade.com Email: Liz@Lizmasterson.com

Liz Masterson is now booking dates for spring, summer and fall 2010.  With her Western music, cowboy poetry and one of a kind wit, Liz will have your guests enthralled and singing in their seats.  Yodeling, sing-a-longs at concerts in the park, libraries, company events, festivals, fairs or private concerts are all venues where Liz entertains with zip.  Award winning and joyful, Liz is sure to raise the “Fun Level” of your next event.  Contact Liz today at 303-433-4949 or Liz@LizMasterson.com

2010 is starting out on a great note!  It’s Colorado Cowboy Poetry Gathering time.  Hope you will drop by and say Hi! if you are at the Gathering.

2009 was a great year as well.   I was honored when my latest CD, ROADS to COLORADO received the 2009 Will Rogers Cowboy Award for “Best Western Album” from the Academy of Western Artists. It’s got 12  songs, and a poem I wrote with Doris Daley.  All the great guitar tracks are done by the fabulous Mike Dowling!  www.mikedowling.com The title cut is the great song written by Michael Fleming of New West.

2 new CDs in progress! A Western Swing project with my good friend, fabulous fiddler, Ron Jones is one CD. It’s coming along, and we’ll let you know when it’s done!    I’m also working on another album of cowgirl songs and yodeling!

“Sweethearts in Carhartts” I’m working with Jean Prescott and Yvonne Hollenbeck! This is a fun show of poetry, music and collaborations about Ranch Women!   We’ve been well-received at some festivals, are ready to roll!    For bookings:  Jean at 325-583-2553   www.jeanprescott.com

Liz Masterson and the Cactus Crooners – yes, I started this group in 1984, and we’re alive and kickin’ with Western Swing for all occasions!

Corn Beef Wranglers – Cowboy Music with a Celtic Twist!  I’m enjoying playing with this new band that includes Julia Hays and Ron Jones on fiddle and Rock Eggen on accordion and tin whistle.  We’ve had some nice concerts and festivals this year, and looking forward to St. Patrick’s Day!

Music of the Civil War – I’ve got a show for schools and cultural centers with Rex Rideout. He is a great old-time musician, plays a variety of instruments and is a walking historian.

Liz Masterson Solo - As much as I love collaborations with my musical friends, I also love the simplicity of working alone.   I’m continuing and expanding a variety of programs.

Are you in charge of finding entertainment for your spring and summer event?  Liz Masterson is available for community events, group gatherings, conventions, meetings and private parties.  With traditional Western songs, poems as well as western favorites, Liz will add that special touch to your gathering.  Dates are filling up so call soon to get the date and time you want.  Can be tailored to your time and budget.  Solo or group presentation offered this year.  Hire Denver’s award winning Songbird, Liz Masterson before she’s all booked up!  303-433-4949  Liz@LizMasterson.com

Liz Masterson, AWA, 2009 Western Album of the Year

Liz just returned from Garland, Texas for the Academy of Western Artists (AWA) Award ceremony.  Roads to Colorado, Liz’s latest CD won Western Album of the Year.  Liz is joined by her friend and Grammy award winning guitarist, Mike Dowling. His impeccable taste and mastery of the vintage instruments provides the heartbeat of the album. Each song in this collection is given the perfect pulse. Superb back-up by her Denver-based band-mates and friends on Dobro, mandolin, fiddle, accordion, and acoustic bass enhance Liz’s sparkling vocals. Joining Liz on harmony are Jean Prescott and Timothy P. Irvin. This is the 14th year the AWA has celebrated all things western and cowboy.  More information on booking Liz for a performance or her CD at www.lizmasterson.com or 303-433-4949.

You can now preview Liz Masterson’s latest CD ‘Roads to Colorado’ at CD BABY.

Also read some of the great reviews the CD is getting!

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