• 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. - Bella and the Gentleman at Comma Courtyard
• 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. - Tom Stryker's Impromptu at Comma Courtyard
• 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. - RoseBud's Dance Band at McFadden Plaza Stage

Bella and the Gentleman
Date: Monday, August 18, 2025
Time: 11:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Location: Comma Courtyard, 312 S. Carson St.

Mark Wilson has been a solo performer, bandleader and sideman in the Reno/Tahoe music scene since 1989. He has joined many local rock, blues, jazz, country, bluegrass and folk music bands and performers, and has been a weekly act in the same Stateline nightclub/restaurant (McP's) for over 30 years, hosting many guest performers that include his daughter Bella, joining him for this event. Bella Wilson sings jazz, rock, blues and other genres, and is an aspiring songwriter and arranger.

Members of the group are Mark Wilson, guitar and vocals; and Bella Wilson, vocals.

Photograph featuring Mark Wilson and Bella Wilson.

Tom Stryker's Impromptu
Date: Monday, August 18, 2025
Time: 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Location: Comma Courtyard, 312 S. Carson St.

Tom Stryker received his first harmonica at the age of 15 in San Francisco as a Christmas gift. It was then he engaged former "Harmonica Rascal" Ray Tankersley to teach him to play. Tom played lead with the "Harmonica Express," and the world famous "Johnny Puleo Harmonica Gang." Tom then went on to perform around the world on his own, also performing with the Harmonica Aces on Holland America Cruises Lines to South America. He continues to perform as a soloist in Asia including China. Tom also performs in Reno and Carson City area clubs/restaurants and at Jazz Festivals along with jazz bands and symphonies worldwide.

A strong supporter of the harmonica movement, Tom joined SPAH (The Society For The Preservation and Advancement of the Harmonica) in 1980. He was President of SPAH from 2006 to 2012 with members worldwide.

Members of the group are Tom Stryker, Harmonic; Jimmy Vermilion, Keys; Marcy Benner, Vocals; Larry Waller, Sax; and Neil Strocchio, Drums.

Their Facebook page is HERE.

Photograph of (L to R) Jimmy, Larry, Marcy, Neil, and Tom.

Music Performance Trust Fund (MPTF) is a funding sponsor of this event, in cooperation with Reno Musicians Union Local 368 AFM and its President, John Shipley.

RoseBud's Dance Band
Date: Monday, August 18, 2025
Time: 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Location: Bob McFadden Plaza Stage, Carson St. between 2nd and 4th Streets

Rosebuds Dance Band is a collection of musicians from around Carson Valley and beyond. They play typical big band music as well as rock, funk, Latin, and what ever else tickles their fancy. Their goal is to play fun music, have a great time, and hopefully get your toes tappin and your legs dancin'.

Their Facebook page is www.facebook.com/RoseBudDanceBand.

Seating is limited - bring chairs.

Photo of RoseBud's Dance Band.