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Green Wood Coffee House Fall 2001 Calendar
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Aug 24 19:41 UTC 2001 |
Green Wood Coffee House Series, Fall 2001
1001 Green Rd, Ann Arbor, 734-665-8558
Exceptional music, coffee and dessert in an intimate setting
All shows are on Fridays; begin at 8 pm; doors at 7:30pm
Tickets in advance or at the door
Kids 10 and under 2 for 1; group discounts available
Sept 7 Gail Davies $15
One of Nashville's most influential personalities, Gail Davies is an
internationally acclaimed writer and performer of country/folk music.
A mainstay at such venues as the Grand Ole Opry, the London Paladium,
and the legendary Ryman Auditorium, Gail makes a rare Michigan appearance.
Gail's latest album is "Live at the Station Inn." She is currently pro-
ducing a Webb Pierce tribute album which features such luminaries as
Mark Knopfler, Lucinda Williams, Emmylou Harris, BR549, Guy Clark, and
Dwight Yoakam.
Sept 14 Peter Mayer $10
Peter's songs are fresh and unique, earthy and intimate. His welcoming
voice and inventive guitar work provide the perfect vehicle for his
down home wisdom and a sweep of themes that includes Buddha, Jesus,
Columbus, Isaac Newton and...Harley Davidson. You can hear this Minne-
sotan's tunes most weekends on WCSX 94.7FM "Over Easy" and Alice 106.7FM
"Alice's Restaurant" programs.
Sept 28 Robin Laing $10
Coming to us from Edinburgh, Scotland, Robin Laing performs folk songs
old and new, with compassion and integrity, and sometimes a wink and a
smile. Robin's instrument is the classical guitar, and his influences
range musically from Bach and Mahler to Stan Rogers, and poetically from
Paul Simon to Alfred, Lord Tennyson.
Oct 5 Kris Delmhorst $10
Kris Delmhorst is one of New England's fastest-rising acoustic stars. Her
warm, effortless voice delivers songs that are lyrically memorable and
emotionally true. On stage, Kris relates to her audience without pretense
and her rhythmic guitar style exudes infectious joy.
Oct 12 Lee Murdock $10
Great Lakes troubador Lee Murdock's songs are a treasure trove of drama
and inspiration found in the lives of fishermen, lighthouse keepers,
ghosts, and outlaws and everyday heroes. Fluent on the six and twelve
string guitars, Murdock combines ragtime, Irish, blues, and folk styles
with his flair for storytelling in songs.
Oct 26 Katie Geddes and The Usual Suspects
Katie sings traditional and contemporary folk, country-folk and folk-
gospel tunes, her sweet and soaring vocals backed by the versatile Usual
Suspects. The Suspects shine on guitar, upright bass, harmonica, piano
and harmony vocals. When not performing her own gigs, Katie moonlights
singing harmony vocals onstage with folk-rock legend Melanie.
Nov 9 Don White $15
Back by popular demand! Don sells out two GWCH dates every year, in June
and November. Don White combines heartfelt, serious lyrics with side-
splitting laughs to provide an evening not to be forgotten. This Massa-
chusetts comedian/singer/songwriter is best known in these parts for his
radio gems "Rascal," "Psycho Mom and Dad," and "I Know What Love Is." You
can hear these songs often on weekends on WCSX, Alice, and WDET radio shows.
Nov 16 Chuck Brodsky $10
There is no better storyteller than Chuck Brodsky. Ranging from poignant
to hilarious, his songs are about the little things in the lives of every-
day people. Chuck's soulful and compassionate voice brings his characters
to life, and is the perfect instrument for infusing his lyrics with heart-
felt humanity or biting wit. Many artists have covered Chuck's "Blow 'Em
Away," a delightfully nasty little song about commuting.
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Nov 30 Mustard's Retreat $10
"Music to cure what ails you."
Over the past 25 years, Ann Arbor's David Tamulevich and Michael Hough have
created an enviable reputation for memorable performances filled with warmth,
insight, and a heapin' helpin' of humor. Well-respected songwriters, they blend
blend original pieces with story-telling and an eclectic selection of work
by other writers to invoke that special touch and elusive magic that is
Mustard's Retreat.
Coming in the Winter season:
Sarah Lee Guthrie
"The Words of Albert Schweitzer and the Music of Bach," a multimedia
presentation from The Tennessee Players
Green Wood is one of the country's most appealing intimate acoustic
music venues. Candlelight, glass walls surrounded by woods, and a crew
of dedicated volunteers make it a great atmosphere for a relaxing evening
out, a first date, or a smoke-free fun getaway.
Want to see the shows for free? Be a volunteer! Call Green Wood or email
katie@cyberspace.org.
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