Touring singer-songwriters Tina Ross, Robert Bidney, and Sue Horowitz play Best Video Film & Cultural Center on Sat., May 3. Local singer-songwriter (and vocalist in the band The Bargain) Frank Critelli will open. The show starts at 7 PM and the cover is $10.
Tina Ross is a compelling, NY-based singer-songwriter known for her reflective lyrics and distinctive voice, blending Folk, Jazz, and Americana influences. Overcoming physical challenges, she developed a unique guitar style and sings with deep gratitude, releasing her acclaimed debut album While I’m Here in 2023. A 2024 Falcon Ridge Emerging Artist and "Most Wanted" returnee for 2025, she also won the 2023 FocusMusic Heyman Rising Artist Award. Her song “Summers Like These” appears on Christine Lavin’s latest compilation, and she has earned recognition from prestigious songwriting contests; The UK Songwriting Contest, The International Acoustic Music Awards, The International Blues and Roots Radio Contest and The John Lennon Songwriting Contest. Tina has shared the stage with artists like John Gorka, Christine Lavin, and Tom Chapin.
Robert Bidney connects with infectious energy and emotional performances. He has recorded three studio albums to date. An eclectic array of artists have covered his songs, and he’s credited with a number of national radio and TV jingles. “Thank Goodness,” Bidney’s third album, was among the 50 most-played albums on Folk Radio and debuted at #6 on the Roots Music Report’s Top 50 Americana Country Album Chart. Bidney was a winner in the “Music for Humanity” songwriting contest and a finalist in the International Acoustic Music Awards.
Award-winning songwriter Sue Horowitz writes about everyday struggles and joys and makes them meaningful and resonant. Her stories in song are poignant, heart-felt, hilarious, rousing, timely and timeless. Sue tours as a folk and spiritual artist as well as with the band Autumn Sun. Her work has been included in numerous publications in the Jewish music world, and she was the 2021 commissioned songwriter for the Women Cantor's Network. Lover of the art of songwriting, Sue teaches at music retreats and runs several songwriting retreats of her own.
Dar Williams says, "Whatever our faith, Sue has the humor, compassion and songs to help us believe again."
Frank Critelli writes and performs songs (both on his own and as a member of The Bargain), talks on the radio, pours the beer, and does the dishes. But really, he’s just a gardener.
Tina’s Website: https://tinarossmusic.com/
Robert’s Website: https://robertbidney.com/
Sue’s Website: https://www.suehorowitz.com