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Shadows Over Clear Lake

The Tragic Tale of the 1959 Winter Dance Party

Buy on Amazon ($23.59)-Hardcover & Paperback ($17.59)

*For all autograph copies:

Please list the name to autograph the book to and address in the notes of Venmo or email to: tommy@tommycanale.com

Book Discussion Guide

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Theme to Explore, discussion questions, activities, and more!

VENMO-Autograph Copies |Hardcover ($30.25) & Paperback ($20.00) incl. s&h-
““Tommy Canale’s Shadows Over Clear Lake presentation is a riveting, deeply informative journey. A natural storyteller, he brings Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and The Big Bopper to life—sharing their backgrounds, their road to the Winter Dance Party tour, and the tragic moments that followed. His captivating style makes history feel immediate, personal, and profoundly human.””
— Pete Potts, Director of Marketing, Surf Ballroom & Museum

This book explores the 1959 Winter Dance Party, the Surf Ballroom, and the impact of that fateful flight. It shares stories from witnesses and reflects on the profound impact loss of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, & The Big Bopper felt by the teenage generation , whose legacy endures 65 years later.

Upcoming Book Presentations & Appearances

  • Dom DeMarco's Pizzeria & Wine Bar

    FREE

    Monday, December 8th

    Time: 6pm

    9785 W. Charleston Blvd. Las Vegas, NV

    Text 702-670--0012 to RSVP

  • Shadows Over Clear Lake: The Tragic Tale of the 1959 Winter Dance Party

    Thursday, January 29th

    The Palms Ballroom 

    Doors Open:  10:00 AM

    Tickets $33.33

  • Shadows Over Clear Lake: The Tragic Tale of the 1959 Winter Dance Party

    Friday, January 30th

    The Palms Ballroom 

    Doors Open:  10:00 AM

    Tickets $33.33

  • Shadows Over Clear Lake: The Tragic Tale of the 1959 Winter Dance Party

    Saturday, January 31st

    The Palms Ballroom 

    Doors Open:  2:30 PM

    Tickets $33.33

  • Through Their Eyes

    Sunday, February 1st

    Time: 7pm

    Surf Ballroom

    Join author and historian Tommy Canale for a captivating presentation of Shadows Over Clear Lake, a deep and insightful look into one of rock ’n’ roll’s most enduring stories. Through compelling research, rare photos, and personal accounts, Canale explores the lives, legacies, and lasting impact of the artists who forever changed music history during the 1959 Winter Dance Party.

    Following the presentation, guests will enjoy live music from Minnesota’s own The Holy Rocka Rollaz

    Tickets $54.53