I took this photo in 2017 showing the back of one red swivel chair announcing the celebration of the Bemus Bay Pops 20th Anniversary. It was a fun summer of celebration that included the following tribute performances:
Beatles; Monkees, Beach Boys, Frankie Valli; Bee Gees; Jimmy Buffett; Moody Blues; Absolute Journey; Eagles; Ruby Shooz; Rod Stewart; Eric Clapton; Elton John (Elton Rohn); Chicago (Brass Transit); Country Legends which included Garth Brooks and Keith Urban; Louis Prima Jr. & the Witnesses; Fleetwood Mac; The Violin Femmes; Everly Brothers; Shadows of the 60s; Bob Seger; Boogie Wonder Band; Neil Diamond; Janice Martin who performed a magical, musical and aerial extravaganza featuring a world class violinist while performing aerial acts.
In 2017, a Cultural Excellence Scholarship was established with $1,000 scholarships. These were awarded to Chautauqua County High School Seniors who demonstate excellence in an art form. The BBP awarded a minimum of (2) $1,000 scholarships. Students from any Chautauqua County public, private, parochial or home-schooled were encouraged to apply.
The 20th anniversary turned out to be the final summer concert in Bemus Point though we didn't know it at the time. Sadly, 2018 was a summer without the beloved Pops though in 2019 we were able to enjoy another Pops season with a new and exciting location in Chautauqua County .. Mayville NY.
See you in 2021. Make It Mayville!
Pat Locke
Maestro Muse
Pat Locke
Maestro Muse
