About HBAC
The Highlands Borough Arts Council is dedicated to supporting the quality of life in the Borough of Highlands, New Jersey by helping the arts to flourish.
HBAC’s mission is to provide a common ground for differing political, social, economic and cultural ideologies to come together to share a common interest and experience. Art venues enable these differing factions to meet in a neutral zone to transform and empower the community through the act of creation.
We are an independent registered 501(c)(3) with a core leadership team of six volunteers and one advisor. We balance grass roots initiatives with structured approaches, and focus on leveraging the passion, creativity, and perspective of local artists, art enthusiasts and local businesses to co-create and manage diverse events and programs accessible to all.
HBAC has a broad interpretation of art and we embrace both classically trained and self-taught artists of all ages.
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How many artists can you spot in Keyport? More than you can imagine, thanks to Michelle Knox, who talks about her goal of engaging more people in the arts, the time and energy to create huge art installations and her biggest artistic failure.
Spoiler: it's not that big.
In The Sound of Metal, a drummer loses his hearing. But when drummer Gary Dates lost the use of his arm, it was just as devastating. This week I interviewed someone I know pretty well - my husband.
But even I learned a few things!
Because of the popularity of her group, the Motor City R***e, you may associate Layonne Holmes with Motown music alone. If so, you're in for a real treat as this INTERMEZZO features four songs that highlight her musical chops.
Like a precious pearl, Pat Guadagno is one of a kind. This week I'm featuring two of his songs, including a live rendition of a Bob Dylan classic. Prepared to be entertained.
Every two weeks, I'm interviewing artists from this area: musicians, singers, painters, writers, chefs. And in each conversation, I try to learn something new. But this week, I didn't learn anything I didn't already know about this artist, probably because I interviewed myself!
Here's a Christmas surprise: music from Line Drive. Never heard of them? You don't know what you're missing.
Todd Sherman is passionate about music. So, don't just think Barnacle Bill's in Rumson NJ when you hear his name. Think great music, both his and the live performances he has supported for years. In this conversation, we discuss how club owners treat musicians, how folk music inspired him and how Steve Van Zandt's maracas almost caused an on stage fist fight.
While my podcast interviews will post every other week, in between you'll be treated to artistic works by my many interviewees. This week I'm featuring novelist and Keyport resident, Joseph Pittman, reading part of chapter one in his newest novel, "The Case of the Con in Cannes," where you're introduced to his recurring character, Todd Gleason.
Once you've heard Jose Loo sing, you'll never forget him. For many, many years he fronted the popular and incredibly tight band, Line Drive, transforming them from an instrumental fusion jazz ensemble to a showcase for his original music.
Singing is definitely what he is best known for, but as a songwriter, arranger and keyboard player, he is revered among musicians. Those who know him best understand his onstage charisma - what you see is what you get: a genuine person.
You can call him a Jack of all talents, because Robert Mandelberg's talents are endless. He's an actor, writer, producer, movie maker, magician, humorist and mind reader. . . you name it, he's done it and done it well. Along with his wife Nika and daughter Ellie, he's part of a powerhouse family of creativity.
My conversation with Belmar native Cody McCorry - bassist & composer - travels from a discussion about Frank Zappa to music theory to the musicality of rap. At 27, his success as a musician is a testament to his hard work, perseverance and just plain old talent.
From nature to nudes, Holmdel resident Grace Modla's paintings are vibrant and beautiful. Her dreamlike work is inspired by nature, nudes and abstracts, and she likes to create her art like a master chef, adding just the right elements to give it texture and depth. Click thru to listen to our conversation.
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