Kevin & Michael agree that growing up in Philadelphia exposed them to an enormous amount of cultural adventures and a wealth of live arts experiences. "We knew the first chairs of the Philadelphia Orchestra better than the Phillies", says Michael.
Both Kevin and Michael have a great amount of love and respect for their sister Hilda and what she has accomplished at Bancroft now in its 125 year serving as a non profit health care facility. In 2001 Bancroft was invited to take classes at the New York Opera Guild at the Met. As a result of this valuable exposure, Hilda Bacon spearheads what she loosely calls the "Opera Project". Each year a dozen or more Bancroft students combine their creative minds to produce a full length production.
"The students are remarkable. They brainstorm, write, and perform in a production every year. This year's production is called "Stranded in Video Game World", says Hilda. The production will be held at the Ritz Theatre Company in Haddon Township, NJ on May 27 and 29.
Kevin adds " These kids are so creative and really wonderful. A few years back, a young student named Willy played guitar so well, we invited him to join us onstage for one of our concerts." This year's Bancroft Benefit was held on April 4 at the Zellerbach Theater, part of the beautiful Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, in Philadelphia.
Getting back to the Bacon Bros band; as Kevin said "they really do NOT suck". In fact this six piece band is quite talented. From some amazing guitar playing, and smokin' keyboards to various instruments Kevin grabs up to blow, beat or clang, the Bacon Bros. do indeed make some nice noise up there. Michael and Kevin switch up doing lead vocals, but Michael is also an impressive cello artist. Their music is hard to categorize but seems to be a collection of folks, ballads, country rock with a touch of soul; truly a unique sound. They write from the heart and their work has an earthy honesty that tells stories; some insightful and some are downright fun.
Both Kevin and Michael gladly put aside time from their busy schedules to get together with the band to make music and both are very happy to be able to give back to their hometown area. The fact that one of their sisters is part of such a wonderful organization is just an added reason to give back to those who help others.
For more information about the Bacon Bros. visit their website at www.baconbros.com. For information about Bancroft NeuroHealth visit www.bancroftneurohealth.org
Photos contributed by: Paul LaRaia, Jimmy Ienner Jr. and Daniel Derella
