Alton, Mo. – Are you looking for live, local entertainment? Look no further than Collin’s Coffee on the square in Alton. This coffee shop does more than sell coffee. It has other beverages and live music! The live music concerts are Free!
Musicians
Seth Collins, the owner of the coffee shop, is the bass player. Ryan Spragg plays the guitar. Both men do vocals. The last couple of weeks, David Mize, a fantastic keyboard player who recently moved here from Arizona, has been sitting in with them. He may become a regular, but we will have to wait and see. Also, Thomas Sallings played a set this past week on Tuesday afternoon. He has not committed to a weekly gig, but he plans to come in on Tuesday afternoons when he’s free to play and sing.
David Mize is playing piano at the Father’s House (old CWC). You can preview his music here. The Friday night shows at Collins Coffee are not gospel shows. They play a variety of music from Country to Classic Rock and Blues. However, everything they do is in a family-friendly environment.
Entertainment
The mic is hot and open. Anyone interested in performance art should let him know. They can include storytelling, poetry, music, or comedy.
When Is This?
The musicians will be playing regularly, but probably not every Friday.
Beverages
Seth makes drinks available for every budget. Regular coffee is only $2. Lemonade and Sweet Tea are $2 for 20 oz or $3 for 32 oz. The most expensive drink on the menu is only $8. There is free entry on music nights, and no purchase is necessary. Every single drink purchase is greatly appreciated.
Seth has put together a beautiful community space. His success will depend on community participation.
