It’s easy to be wary when a musician is described with a long string of superlatives. But one listen to jazz and blues singer-songwriter Barbara Martin and you will believe what the critics say about her. Witty. Intelligent. Sultry. Down-to-earth. Insightful. Ironic. Polished. Slice-of-life. Sensitive. Provocative. The list goes on. Barbara Martin is the real deal; a true renaissance woman in genres prone to stereotypes and pigeon-holes. Barbara’s soulful voice and skillful songwriting reveal the essence of her life experience, her creativity and her joie de vivre. And in that very honest and open place, Barbara Martin doesn’t just entertain us; she helps us remember how to dream. touring & news
Friday, September 3, 7:30-9:30, Barbara Martin Trio, Barbara Martin-vocal and guitar, Tom Harbeck-guitar, Lew Morrison-bass, Shenandoah Pizza, 19 E. Beverley St., Staunton, VA 540-213-0008 www.shenandoahpizza.com
Monday, September 13, 7:30 pm, Barbara solo, featured songwriter at Brewer’s Alley Songwriter’s Showcase, 7:30-8 a set of piano music, 8-9-short sets by 3 great songwriters, 9-9:45 Barbara, 124 North Market Street (route 355) Frederick, MD Take elevator to 2nd floor www.Brewers-Alley.com Full dining available till 9 pm; limited menu thereafter; full bar. Suggested $6-10 donation The host is British Bluesman Rod Deacey: myspace.com/roddeacey This venue is intimate, warm and lovely. A great way to start the week. (301) 631-008
Friday, September 17, 7:30-9:15 pm, Barbara Martin & Mac Walter, Bistro Concert Series, Westminster-Canterbury, 300 Westminster Canterbury Dr., Winchester, VA 22603 540-665-0156 www.svwc.org/events-cms.php?ecid=1 $10
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"Her voice has become lilting and uplifting, giving off an aura of happiness, similar in register and tone to that of Ella Fitzgerald. It’s a joy to hear. The ten-song setlist is all originals, filled with a lyrical sophistication and playfulness that continues to unfold with each listening." -Jim Newsom
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