Scott returns to the Sharp Nine Gallery – the Triangle’s premier Jazz venue – w/ Dave Finucane, Ron Brendle and Brian Sullivan, for an evening of free-wheeling takes on bop, standards, modern and original music.
Seating is limited and shows do sell out; advance tickets are highly recommended. BYOB.
Scott Sawyer (c) Teddy Denton
Brian Sullivan, Dave Finucane, Scott Sawyer, Ron Brendle; (c) Teddy Denton
Scott Sawyer, Dave Finucane; (c) Valerie Courreges
Bringing the best singer songwriters in the nation right to your back door!
Jon Shain is a veteran singer-songwriter who’s been turning heads for years with his words, his fiery acoustic guitar work, and his evolved musical style – combining improvised piedmont blues with bluegrass, swing, and ragtime. Shain’s newest disc, a rollicking live album called The Kress Sessions, was recorded this past spring with his group in Durham, NC.
Claire Holley grew up in Jackson, Mississippi and enjoyed singing ever since she was a little girl. She began writing songs in college and has released six full length records + two EPs. Her music has been featured on NPR’s Weekend Edition as well as in films & TV shows. She lives in Los Angeles. ”The charm of Holley’s hummable melodies, imagistic lyrics and vocal prowess suggest she’ll keep bringing crowds in from the cold…” —Washington Post
http://claireholley.com/bio/extended-bio/
RSVP for an invite and directions; limited seats available. Live music in an intimate and unplugged setting. byob.
Celebrate Bastille Day. Scott Sawyer solo guitar from 3:30-6:30pm; wine and hor d’oeuvres will be served in the bar.
FRIDAY June 20- OFFICIAL Sirens on the Mountain AFTER-PARTY @ Murphy’s (downtown Boone, NC)
We are thrilled to be hosting the festivals official Friday night starting with Nashvilles’ country kickers Williams & Company and then more funky fun with Melissa Reaves and the boys … So when the festival wraps up for Friday evening the party will continue with plenty of great music and fun…
9pm — Williams & Company
11pm until… Melissa Reaves Funk Explosion
Join us for our second gathering and enjoy the works of talented, up-and-coming female artists and musicians. The festival will be held over TWO days: June 20th and 21st.
Headliners include: Rickie Lee Jones, Bettye LaVette, and Rising Appalachia.
Melissa Reaves Funk Explosion perform 8-9:15pm on Friday June 20.
duo w/ bassist Paul Creel
Details TBA. Scott re-joins the Wicked Mojos for a night (he toured with them 2001-2002).