Seaprog 2022 Is History!

Beaucoup gratitude to all of the attendees, musicians, and others who made Seaprog 2022 one of the most extraordinary nights of modern progressive music in Seatown memory. Minus two key members on a day's notice, Bent Knee pulled off a remarkable pivot of reinvention; Cheer-Accident's performance with an expanded lineup demonstrated why they're one of the most utterly unique musical aggregates anywhere; and Rainbow Face did the Pacific Northwest proud with a heartfelt, energetic set. Especial thanks are due to videographer Anthony Garone (Make Weird Music), who trekked all the way from Arizona to capture the event (to be rebroadcast by MWM); Rachel and the supremely capable and personable Crocodile staff; DB Wood for stage assistance; Mike Pollack for generous coverage and artist interviews on his exemplary Progressive Tracks radio program (check 'em out); Ron Reed for his splendid poster graphic; and to 4Culture and our nonprofit fiscal sponsor Shunpike (and Casey Moser) for their crucial support. Love to all from the Seaprog Central Committee; watch this space for future developments...

Seaprog Has the Best Fans

When we started Seaprog back in 2013, the festival was very much an unknown quantity, and it could have easily ended up a big failure. The founders had a vision that seemed like it would be a good thing, but no one knew if that would work out. That first year, some brave music lovers took the plunge and became part of a family.

Our photographer, Danette Davis, came up with the idea of a group picture with people who have attended all of the editions of Seaprog. This is the result.

Seaprog alumni, photo by D. Davis

Some of those present (we didn’t get all the names) are Peter Comley, Kurt Ahrensfeld, Jack Pollack, Mike Pollack, DB Wood, Michael Trew, Clark Battle, Steven Kiner, Helaine Burch, Debi Byrd, Ken Sorensen, John Hagelbarger, Dave McClelland, Joe Fischer, Dennis Rea, and Jon Davis.

About Seaprog

Conceived as a destination event rather than just another gig, Seaprog invites music lovers to spend a weekend enjoying stimulating and intelligent music and visiting the many fine restaurants, bars, and shops in Columbia City.

One great thing about the Columbia City Theater is that it has a front room that not only serves food and drink, but can host musical performances as well. We'll be taking advantage of this fact by presenting some solo/duo acts there between sets on the mainstage. Wouldn't want you to get bored!

Jack o' the Clock at Seaprog 2017, photo by D. Davis

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Seaprog Presents Tony Levin with Band of Brothers, January 22, 2024

While plans for a 2024 Seaprog festival are still in the early stages, we’ve got a special Seaprog Presents event coming up. On Monday January 22 at Nectar Lounge, we’re proud to cosponsor Tony Levin with Band of Brothers, featuring the famous bassist with his brother Pete on keyboards along with brothers Joe and Pat LaBarbera on drums and saxophone respectively. We’re all familiar with Tony Levin’s work with King Crimson and Stick Men, and many of us are also aware that he’s played jazz as well. Pete Levin has had a long career as a jazz pianist, working quite a bit with Gil Evans, but having credits with David Sanborn, Jimmy Cobb, Freddie Hubbard, Paul Simon, John Scofield, and many more. Pat LaBarbera’s credits include Buddy Rich, Elvin Jones, Bruce Cockburn, and others, while Joe has worked with Woody Herman, Chuck Mangione, Bill Evans, Tony Bennett, and Diane Schuur, along with numerous others. The quartet follows after Levin Brothers, a group which has released three albums to date. Their sets feature an interesting combination of jazz standards, originals, and pieces drawn from Tony’s non-jazz work rearranged.

Opening the show we have local musicians Dennis Rea (guitar) and Jim DeJoie (woodwinds), both of whom are in Moraine, but have extensive backgrounds in jazz as well. We hope you’ll join us for a night of great music based in jazz, but reaching beyond typical boundaries. What else are you going to do on a Monday night in January?

Tickets are available online now, and don't forget to express your interest on the Facebook event.1 October, 2023


Rest in Peace, Tom Prather

Sad news today in the Seaprog family. Committee member Tom Prather left this Earthly Realm on September 21 on his cosmic journey. This picture is by festival photographer Danette Davis from the Star Cradle performance at the 2018 festival. Tom was a positive presence who always made everyone feel welcome and was a good friend to all of us on the Committee. He will be sorely missed. rest in peace, dear brother.Tom Prather with Star Cradle, photo by D. Davis

21 September, 2022