The Valley Music Hall of Fame Kickoff Event was held on March 30, 2019 at Fulton 55 as a means to introduce ourselves to the community, explain our purpose and solicit the first round of nominations. The show was well attended and achieved the goal of creating a buzz about the VMHOF.
Performers who dedicated their time and talent to demonstrate the broad range of genres the VMHOF hopes to honor included: The David Aus Trio, Evo Bluestein with Steve Ono, Patrick Contreras, Debi Ruud and the Lost Souls, and the Tower Quartet. The evening also featured a special presentation to honor the legendary “Elvis of the Accordion,” the late Dick Contino.
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Dick’s wife, Judy, shared some stories. 
A little Gumbo from Evo Bluestein 
The Toymaster – Tom McGill on keys. 
Deidra accompanied by Larry Lindberg 
Dick’s wife, Deidra, sang a few of his favorite songs. 
Always Electric – Patrick Contreras on Fire! 
Patrick Contreras 
Get On Board! Craig Daniel and Debi Ruud singing out! 
Please Mister Bassman! The Great Ray Haney 
And then there was Soul. Debi Ruud & The Lost Souls sent everyone home Rockin’! 
And he sings too! Stan Shaffer on drums 
The Tower Quartet provided a classical start to the Valley Musical Hall of Fame’s Kickoff Event
