Whistle Facts

Our mission is to provide a musical venue for musicians who want to perform in an intimate, smoke-free, alcohol-free environment, and for audiences that want the same.

History

The House Concerts began in the living room of the Hudson House in 2000, hosted by Bill and Clarissa Hudson. We served homemade desserts and coffee and tea during our concert intermissions -- which were included in the typical $10 admission price. All proceeds from ticket sales went to our performers.

The Whistle Pig Concert Series started here in Pagosa Springs in 1998 by singer/guitarist Kent Greentree and the Hudsons transferred the concert venue to their home in 2000. Kent picked out the name, and we have been explaining it ever since.

The Whistle Pig is a furry little animal that few people have ever seen -- but more have heard him whistle. He's also known as a marmot in sophisticated parts of the country. He has been occasionally mistaken for a ground hog, (which he is not,) and it hurts his feelings. Perhaps that fact explains why Kent originally chose the Whistle Pig as the mascot for our concert series -- as Kent has also been mistaken for a groundhog once or twice.

In 2006, Chrissy and Nick Karas carried on the tradition, hosting the House Concerts in their home at 160 Peregine Place with a typical admission price of $12, with all proceeds to the performer.

During 2007, we will have a very limited season, probably only a single concert in October. We apologize to all our loyal audience members and to the many talented musicians who have supported the the Whistle Pig for so many years.

We welcome volunteers who want to become involved in promoting the music scene in Pagosa Springs, or who wish to contribute desserts for the concerts. Contact us if you are one of those kinds of people.

The Whistle Pig Concert Series is sponsored by Artstream Cultural Resources, a Colorado and Alaska non-profit arts organization.

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