Pictured are father and son duo Doug and Eamonn Hubert, who are scheduled to perform live at Original’s Bar and Lounge on Saturday, Sept. 12 at 7 p.m. Playing rock, blues, country, folk and Irish tunes, the duo is part of Original’s “Weekend of Strings,” showcasing and celebrating some of the area’s best performers. (Photo by JoAnn R. Walter)
Original’s Bar and Lounge, located at 25 Lake St. in Owego, N.Y. is an event venue that has become a destination for local musicians to perform within an intimate, one-of-a-kind atmosphere. Sports fans can enjoy live televised sporting events, and it also remains a gathering place for friends and family to enjoy Original’s Italian specialties.
Guests are welcomed to sit back, relax and listen to superb live music or other entertainment while ordering from Original’s menu, the same classic menu offered in their restaurant, or select a unique handcrafted cocktail from Original’s mixer list, now offered from their full service bar.
For sports fans, Original’s Bar and Lounge will feature the full NFL Ticket with five screens, along with Sunday football drink and food specials. Farm to Drink Thursday’s continues through the end of September, including handcrafted drinks made with fresh produce, fruit and herbs. Visit the farmer’s market for a voucher to bring along to Original’s for a discounted drink price.
Original’s Bar and Lounge Manager, Bradley Crews, shared, “We are booking and celebrating the area’s most talented performers.”
In the spotlight at Original’s Bar and Lounge are two live music events billed as the “Weekend of Strings,” featuring Brian Vollmer and Claire Byrne on Sept. 11 and 12, Doug and Eamonn Hubert. Both shows start at 7 p.m.
Brian and Claire, making their second appearance at Original’s Bar and Lounge, are well known for their incredible banjo, fiddle and guitar talents, mixed with powerful vocals. Performing country, bluegrass, folk and old-time music, Byrne, also a member of the popular Binghamton band, Driftwood, and Vollmer, who released his first CD entitled “Old Time Music Party,” are sure to delight the Original’s Bar and Lounge audience, with an added treat of original roots music.
Brian Vollmer and Claire Byrne will perform at the Original’s Bar and Lounge “Weekend of Strings” on Friday, Sept. 11 at 7 p.m. Performing country, bluegrass, and old-time music along with original roots music on the banjo, fiddle and guitar, Brian and Claire are sure to delight with their talented musicianship and powerful vocals. (Provided photo)
Father and son duo, Doug and Eamonn Hubert, will perform selections of rock, country, folk, blues and Irish music at their first appearance at Original’s Bar and Lounge. Guests will enjoy the Hubert’s set list, which includes songs from a wide spectrum like Eric Clapton and the Eagles, Stevie Ray Vaughn and John Denver, among others.
An accomplished, self-taught musician, Doug Hubert has been performing locally and regionally since 2002. A high school science teacher for 15 years, Doug views the “Weekend of Strings” at Original’s an excellent opportunity to share their music.
Seven year old Eamonn, a second grade student in the Union Endicott school district, is an extraordinary young musician who started strumming as early as age two and playing more seriously at six, and can now play the electric and acoustic guitars, some bass guitar, as well as the ukulele, mandolin and dulcimer guitar. With musical influence from both of his parents, Eamonn is now taking formal lessons weekly and performs as a duo with his father at other local venues, which included a recent guest performance with the Gravelding Brothers Band.
Original’s Bar and Lounge, located at 25 Lake St. in Owego, N.Y. is an event venue that has become a destination for local musicians to perform within an intimate, one-of-a-kind atmosphere. Sports fans can enjoy live televised sporting events, or guests can enjoy a unique handcrafted cocktail from Original’s mixer list, now offered from their full service bar. (Provided photo)
Eamonn, who has a form of high-functioning autism and ADHD, is believed to possess perfect (absolute) pitch, which is thought to occur in only one of 10,000 people, many who are autistic, and in addition has a stutter, which does not affect his singing or playing. Music has unfolded as a creative outlet for the seven year old who has also shown he can quickly pick up tunes by ear, even if he has only heard them once.
When asked to name one of his favorite things, Eamonn’s strong passion for music is evident as he replied, “I like my Gibson, Les Paul guitar the best.”
A community favorite for more than two decades, Original Italian Pizza and Restaurant offers guests a variety of pizza and multiple selections of Italian fare, including pasta, salads, subs and seafood dishes, all of which are available in the lounge with table service. Now with a full service bar, Original’s offers more than a dozen creative mixers, handcrafted cocktails, which combine five or more ingredients.
Upcoming shows at Original’s include Ultra Vibe on Sept. 18, with opening act Mike Davis. “Blues Night” on Sept. 25 features acoustic-blues acts Acoustic Brew and Acoustic Voodoo. Both shows start at 8 p.m.
“No Cord Attached,” a night of musicians on their own power without amplification, will be arranged “campfire style” around the bar, and the September 26 show features Devinne Meyers at 6:30 p.m.
For additional information, like Owego Original’s Bar and Lounge on Facebook and subscribe to their events, or find them on Twitter @owegooriginals.
