Press Release
Florida Museum to host free Saturday concert by the Kastles
For Immediate Release Sept 27, 2005
Contact:
Paul Ramey, Dir. of Marketing and Public Relations
Florida Museum of Natural History
(352) 846-2000, ext. 218, pramey@ufl.edu
Writer: Emily Banks
GAINESVILLE, Fla. --- The Florida Museum of Natural History will host a free "seafaring" concert by Tom and Chris Kastle at 11 a.m. Saturday (Oct. 1). The two internationally acclaimed singers, sailors, songwriters and storytellers are recognized for their distinct interpretations of traditional materials as well as their original works.
With their engaging performances, warm vocals and skillful instrumentation, the Kastles celebrate the bounty and beauty of land and sea. The pair has performed at festivals, concerts and on radio and television throughout the United States, Canada and Europe. Since 1985, the Kastles have pursued sailing, serving as crew aboard tall ships and other traditional sailing vessels and gaining first-hand experiences of the traditions and cultural diversity of life at sea.
The concert is sponsored by the Friends of the Alachua County Library District.
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The Florida Museum of Natural History is Florida's state natural history museum, dedicated to understanding, preserving and interpreting biological diversity and cultural heritage. It is located near the intersection of Southwest 34th Street and Hull Road in the University of Florida Cultural Plaza in Gainesville. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. The Florida Museum is closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Butterfly Rainforest admission is $7.50 for adults and $4.50 for children ages 3-12. For more information, including directions and parking information, call (352) 846-2000, or visit the museum online, www.flmnh.ufl.edu.