Benefit concert for musician tonight at Jax
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STAFF REPORT - Published: June 24, 2009
A benefit concert for one of the area's beloved musical brethren will take place tonight at Jax, next to the Pickle Barrel Night Club in Killington — an evening of music, family and friends with a large lineup of local artists performing.
James Rohn died just before the holiday season last year.
From his years as a drummer with rock and country bands to his days of blues projects and bass and percussion adventures with large ensembles and small acoustic trios, he covered it all with a bright sense of humor.
Rohn, who also worked security for author Stephen King and hung from scaffolding as a window washer, drove a Harley Davidson motorcycle and also a limo from time to time, ran a driving range and took great photos.
Rohn's family and friends are inviting everyone to come out and remember and celebrate. Rohn's ashes will be taken to the VA Memorial earlier in the day via Harley Davidson, and immediately following a concert marathon will kick off at 5 p.m. featuring many of the bands Rohn worked with throughout his career. Lending their music are: Joey Leone, Ziggy Jager, Dave LaFountain, Steve Kyhill, Jim Disabito, Annie Somers and Jon Turin, Green River, Lazy Boy & The Recliners, Wayne Canney, Mr. Blues and Rick Redington & The Luv.
Donations will be accepted at the door for a musical sponsorship at Stafford Technical Institute in Rohn's name. There will also be raffles for prizes.
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