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Percussion concert will be bang on!

A percussionist and pianist duo will be performing their unique blend of music in Fernie this week.

A percussionist and pianist duo will be performing their unique blend of music in Fernie this week.

Percussionist Joe Porter and pianist Joel Goodfellow will join forces for two evening concerts at the Mountainside Community Church in Fernie.

Being born and raised in Fernie, Joe is particularly excited to perform in his hometown. Joe and Joel met as students at the University of Lethbridge. Joe is currently working on a Masters of Music Degree, and Joel is finishing his Bachelor of Music.

The concert will include a variety of pieces and will feature many different percussion instruments including marimba, vibraphone and hand drums. The duo will also perform pieces from their new album, “Joe Porter Plays Philip Glass,” which will be released at the concert.

Reserve an evening on either August 6 or 7 at 7 p.m. for an unforgettable piano percussion performance.

Tickets: $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and youth.

Under-10s are free! Tickets are available at Ginger Beef Restaurant in Fernie and at the door.