The Buckthorns have many musical friends in the community. Here are links to some of our favorites.
Centerstage in Lake Forest
CenterStage has been producing high quality community theatre for the Lake Forest/Lake Bluff community since 1972. Most current members of The Buckthorns have participated in their musical theatre presentations. Eight current or former Buckthorns (plus four of their spouses) have been on the board of directors of CenterStage, including three who are former Board Presidents.Citadel Theatre Company
A professional, non-equity theatre company and acting school with its home in Lake Forest, Illinois. Walt Sloan, June Miller, and Carmen Gunning have all performed with Citadel.Diameter Music
This is the studio that producted The Buckthorns' third CD, "Uprooted and Unplugged." Owned by Danny McMurray.Darwin Records
Darwin records was the producer of the first two CDs of The Buckthorns. Owner Derrick "Suede" Stout is a multi-talented singer/songwriter/musician/music producer, as well as a talented graphics and website designer.Daniela Sloan Music
Daniela Sloan is the daughter of Buckthorn bass/baritone Walt Sloan. A high school teacher by day and a performer at heart, Daniela brings passion to her acoustic souls music.Emi Jarvi
A wonderfully talented vocalist, musician and songwriter from Lake Bluff. Emi is married and living in England, where she records and performs with her husband J Carmichael.Fred Koch - Best Children's Music
Fred is an award-winning music educator and performing artist, a talented arranger and songwriter, and musical review columnist for Chicago Parent Magazine.Jeannie Tanner
Jeannie's smooth jazz trumpet, great arrangements, original compositions, and vocal artistry have given her well-deserved national recognition.Ken Hall
A multi-talented musician, songwriter and arranger, Ken is a master of the vibraphone and Marimba Lumina.Voila
A unique boutique that sells everything from jewelry to greeting cards to clothing and unique furniture pieces. Owned by current Buckthorn Susie McMurray and former Buckthorn Liz Moffitt Birmingham.