ARTIST PROFILE
WebbSurround
My
name is Peggy Webb, and I’d like to tell you a little about
WebbSurround, a musical ensemble consisting of 5 members
of my family, 3 directly and 2 indirectly. Our oldest daughter,
Kayla, and I do not play instruments or get on stage, but we are
very proud to support Bill, Claryssa and Todd in many other ways.
Someone has to keep things organized! As far as on stage talent
is concerned, the group consists of father Bill Webb, 13 year-old
daughter Claryssa, and 6 year-old little brother Todd.
Bill is a well-known local musician who has also performed in several
Community Theatre musical productions, the latest being the Beast
in last fall’s “Beauty and the Beast”.
Claryssa lives for music, and takes it
very seriously. Her commitment and determination exudes on
stage, and is the reason she shines when she performs. Even
though she is still very young, she is quite a versatile performer
who keeps her audience entertained playing the violin/fiddle,
cello, piano, mandolin, penny whistle, and mountain dulcimer.
And then, in a full auditorium, you can hear a pin drop when
she starts to sing. Although her music lessons, practicing,
and performances keep her very busy, she still finds time
for school, friends, and just being a teenager. |
Our family’s main goal is to have a positive impact on our
community. We see a need for the gift of giving. Even though their
wide range of musical styles allows them to play many venues like
schools, service clubs, churches, weddings, funerals, banquets,
anniversaries, and monthly in the Steamy Bean to name a few, playing
for paid performances is not necessarily the most rewarding for
the group. The real “rush” comes from giving their time
while performing at nursing homes, Community Living Algoma, local
churches, the Soup Kitchen, and the hospital. It’s contagious
and anyone can get involved. You need not look far to find someone
who could use a helping hand - take someone for a walk who is not
able to go out on their own, read to someone who has lost their
sight, buy a movie ticket for someone who could not afford it otherwise,
and you will have received the gift of giving.
| When it comes to giving great music, WebbSurround
definitely has the gift. |
