Candlelight Concert - Mike and Val James

Mixed Bag II a Collection of Songs Covering Different Eras and Styles.

Candlelight Concert – March 27 2025

Trinity United Methodist’s Candlelight Concerts host Mike and Val James Port Townsend singers and instrumentalists who will be performing at Trinity United Methodist Church on Thursday March 27 at 7:00 PM for one set with no intermission. 

The performance will also be streamed live at https://trinityumcpt.org/ where you will find a link for the Candlelight Concerts Online and ways to donate. The concert will also be simulcast on KPTZ FM 91.9. 

Admission to the concert is free (really!) with a suggested donation of $15 per person. You are most welcome to attend whether you choose to donate or not. Half the proceeds will go to NAMI Jefferson County. They are a nonprofit grassroots self-help support education and advocacy organization for people with severe and persistent mental illnesses and their family members and friends. Their mission is to empower families and individuals living with mental illness to better understand and cope with the special challenges posed by this kind of illness.

Mike and Val James will be performing an evening of music that they term a “Mixed Bag” – a collection of songs which cover different eras and styles.  If you’re fond of those lovable jazz standards classic folk with a flair or originals with an unexpected twist you’ll enjoy this concert! Mike and Val have performed to a variety of audiences in concerts festivals and private venues in the northwest and internationally for over 25 years. They accompany themselves on guitar(s) and also enjoy performing with numerous musicians in the Port Townsend area. They will be accompanied by Bruce Cannavaro on bass. Their broad musical styles range from the traditional to 1940’s through 1980’s. Their music has influences from Folk Blues Jazz Maritime and includes originals even songs for kids.

Mike James is a retired educator/counselor who lives with his with wife Val in Port Townsend Washington. He grew up in Michigan and moved to the Seattle area in 1983. He has been involved in music all his life and enjoys performing solo or with others at various venues including concerts festivals or backyard jams.  Everything from jazz to folk to maritime and music for kids are fair game to him. 

Val James whose mother sang with Bing Crosby on the radio and in films just can’t get those wonderful tunes out of her head.  She recently released a CD “Just Makin’ It Up” which includes all original tunes.

Trinity United Methodist Church is located at 609 Taylor Street across from the Community Center in Uptown. Attendees should plan on arriving early – doors will open at 6:30. Masks are encouraged for in-person attendees.

Host or Publisher Trinity United Methodist Church Port Townsend