The Doerfels

(WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass.) — The Clark’s outdoor summer band concert series begins on Tuesday, July 5, 2011, at 6 with the acclaimed family bluegrass band the Doerfels, who performed at The Clark in 2009 to a packed audience and rave reviews. One of today’s most exciting and unique groups, The Doerfels perform lively progressive acoustic music that is a blend of rock, bluegrass, gospel, country, and jazz.
The Doerfels consists of the oldest sibling and leader TJ on banjo, as well as Kim on the fiddle, Eddy on mandolin, Joey on bass and cello, and Ben on guitar. In the last three years, these talented young musicians have performed more than 200 concerts a year and have shared the stage with artists including Ricky Skaggs, Asleep at the Wheel, and The Isaacs.

The Clark’s outdoor band concerts are ideal for families and friends; picnics are encouraged and blankets recommended for these free concerts on the lawn. Barbecue fare will be available for purchase and the galleries will remain open until 6 on the night of concerts. In the event of rain, concerts are held in the auditorium.

The Clark is located at 225 South Street in Williamstown, Mass. The galleries are open Tuesday through Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm (daily in July and August). Admission is $15 June 1 through October 31. Admission is free for children 18 and younger, members, and students with valid ID. Admission is free November through May. For more information, call 413.458.2303 or visit The Clark.