John Campanella rocks Town Square

A bitter cold evening did not hinder the rock-n-roll spirit of guitarist John Campanella at the concert event "First Friday in Town Square" held on Friday November 4, 2011. Campanella merely changed his venue from the outside gazebo to Snaps Coffee House and Wine Bar where people sat cozily sipping wine listening to Campanella's musical talent....sweeping them back to the music of the '70's and '80's.

Engaging the crowd with his enthusiasm and his skill was an easy feat for Campanella who has been playing guitar since he was 13 and developing his own sound equipment by the age of 17.

Remembering the passion of his youth, Campanella embraces local youth musicians and mentors them. This 'First Friday' concert event highlighted two such talents that Campanella along with Josh Pfeiffer have mentored, 13 year old Jordan Strauch and 15 year-old Michael Impink.

Jordan worked the mic like a pro. But what really grabbed the crowd was the depth of the  lyrics in his original songs. The deep and passionate thoughts on love, life and beyond far exceeded the life lessons of a 13 year-old.

Michael Impink had a voice that was well honed and was able to perform without interruption from the constant din of the crowd, impressive.