Mitch McVicker returning to Rockville for free concert on July 28

Union Church will host a solo concert by Dove Award-winning singer and songwriter Mitch McVicker on Friday, July 28. Doors open at 7 p.m., and the event begins at 7:30 p.m. The concert will be held in the beautiful 600-seat sanctuary at 3 Elm Street in the historic Rockville section of Vernon. Admission is free and open to the public.

The concert will feature McVickers’ unique construction of percussion tracks by looping junk, household items and children’s toys. He describes his concert as “Mark Twain meets MacGyver.” His quirky and inventive approach includes insightful song lyrics, unconventional instruments and profound storytelling.

McVicker's vocational musical journey began by working with the late Rich Mullins. The two were roommates, performing concerts and writing songs together. Shortly after a car accident killed Mullins and badly injured McVicker, a song the two penned together, “My Deliverer,” was given the GMA Dove Award for Song of the Year, all while McVicker was in a lengthy and difficult recovery period.

After his recovery, McVicker continued his musical career. He has performed thousands of times in 49 states and 13 countries. He also has 11 full-length albums, two EPs and two live concert DVDs.

The last time McVicker performed at Union Church was in the spring of 2022. This is the only Connecticut gig on his 2023 tour. For details, please call the church office at 860.875.2559 or visit www.UnionChurch.community.