Sunday night at the Quarternote Listening Room Rod Random was the featured musician. Rod, who accompanied himself with his guitar, sang many old favorites. "Up a Lazy River" drew appreciative nods and applause from the audience. Adding to the program were several audience members who stepped up to the microphone. 
Rob Peck's harmonica harmony
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Rob Peck, visiting from Saint Augustine, came first with his harmonica to join Rod. The crowd demanded an encore. Later a young man named Steve Stump delivered the heartfelt ballad "When I fell for you", that was very well received.
Responding to a request by Donnie Beckham, Rod Random resurrected an oldie, namely "Smoke, Smoke that Cigarette." Beckham then came forward to belt out "Help Me Get Through the Night." Then Beckham, Robbie Blake and Rod Random wrapped up their collaboration with an inspired rendition of "Amazing Grace.`
Rod Random picks out a tune
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Ms. Blake has announced a special bill for Seafood Festival weekend. Friday the 18th features Dave Sloane on tenor and baritone sax, with Robbie on keyboard and vocals. Saturday the 19th features Frank Sullivan on keyboard, and Doug Riefler on bass. Sunday the 20th features Nathan Esparza, who flies in from Atlanta to play jazz keyboard. Performances are from 7:30 to 10:30 PM.
Donnie Beckham and Robbie Blake belting out a song
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