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Amy LaCour Trio: Music for the Soul-Searching
January 22, 2016 @ 8:10 pm - 10:00 pm
$10 – $15
Oakland-based vocalist Amy LaCour returns to the Red Poppy with cellist Misha Khalikulov and percussionist Josh Mellinger for a night of original material inspired by the American traditions of folk, soul, blues, jazz, and bluegrass. Amy and Misha began collaborating in late 2013 and quickly discovered a musical chemistry. Misha brings years of classical training and improvisational experience to Amy’s blues and folk-based songwriting. The result is a spare and intimate setting that highlights musicianship, voice, and song. Percussionist Josh Mellinger joined in 2015, bringing his knowledge of various musical traditions to round out the trio.
Featuring:
Amy LaCour – vocals
Misha Khalikulov – cello
Josh Mellinger – percussion
“The Oakland resident’s remarkable new EP, “Yes!” offers LaCour’s gorgeously evocative vocals, eloquent lyrics and beautiful, intricate melodies, enhanced by Misha Khalikulov’s incredibly inventive cello lines… The blend holds a special magic.”
– Paul Freeman, Palo Alto Daily News
“If Joni Mitchell is waking up to the sound of a fresh drizzling rain, then LaCour is stepping through the door the moment the sun peeks out. It’s the raw cool of folk warmed with resting embers of soul.”
– John Flynn, Metro Silicon Valley
Follow Amy on Facebook and get a feel for her music on Bandcamp.
Watch a couple of past performances here and here.
Admission: $10-15. Doors at 7:45pm. Show at 8:10pm. All ages welcome.
Tickets will not be sold in advance for this event. Please arrive at the Red Poppy when doors open to purchase tickets.
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