Edmonds Center for the Arts has released its summer concert series and the current list of acts coming to the venue during the 2017-18 season.
Starting in the fall, the season includes Shemekia Copeland, Al Stewart, the Blind Boys of Alabama, Roseanne Cash, Michael Feinstein and Paula Poundstone.
But first, check out the summer events:
La Santa Cecilia, July 26, $19-$44: The group perhaps exemplifies the modern creative hybrid of Latin culture, rock and world music. The La Santa Cecilia draws inspiration from all over the world, focused on cumbia, bossa-nova, rumba, bolero, tango, jazz and klezmer music.
The Weepies, Aug. 9, $19-$49: Singer-songwriters Deb Talan and Steve Tannen began writing together the night they met, and soon formed indie band The Weepies. On the strength of their simple yet insightful songwriting and distinctive harmonies, they quietly sold more than 1 million records, with over 17 million streams on Spotify and 20 million views on YouTube.
Skerryvore, Aug. 23, $19-44: Hailed as “the most promising young band in Scotland today,” Skerryvore is a 7-piece band from Scotland that blends traditional music with the urban sounds of rock, pop and funk. The award-winning artists have been featured as ambassadors for their country in an international advertising campaign for “Visit Scotland.”
The varied fall season begins Oct. 5. Most shows begin at 7:30 or 8 p.m.
Bria Skonberg, Oct. 5, $19-$49: The Canadian singer, trumpeter and songwriter has been described by The Wall Street Journal as “one of the most versatile and imposing musicians of her generation.” Her elite jazz chops, artfully mixed with worldly rhythms and contemporary songwriting, results in a sophisticated pop sound closely resembling that of Michael Bublé, Diana Krall and Harry Connick Jr.
PIAF! The Show, Oct. 20, $24-$59: The show tells the rags-to-riches story of the Parisian singer’s career, as complemented by a visual tapestry of previously-unreleased photographs and images of famous locations of the Edith Piaf era.
Las Migas, Oct. 28, $19-$44: Presenting powerful vocals, dancing violin lines, sensual choreography and upbeat rhythms of the guitar, the four women of Las Migas create a fascinating blend of Flamenco and Mediterranean styles of music from Spain.
Shemekia Copeland &Matt Andersen, Nov. 2, $19-$54: Copeland’s wide-open vision of contemporary blues, roots and soul music showcases this musical artist’s career. Matt Andersen was named Best Solo Performer at the Memphis Blues Challenge.
Al Stewart with The Empty Pockets: Nov. 10, $29-$64: Al Stewart and this backing band recreate the iconic platinum album “Year Of The Cat” from start to finish, plus a bonus set of the many hits from his other albums, including the platinum-selling “Time Passages.”
Seattle International Comedy Competition, Nov. 15, $15-$39: The show is the real Last Comic Standing: 26 days, 22 shows, 18 venues from Tacoma to Bellingham and 33 comedians from all over the world competing for over $15,000 in cash prizes. It’s America’s biggest touring comedy festival.
Storm Large’s Holiday Ordeal, Nov. 30, $24-$59: A singer-songwriter, actor and author, Large attracted national attention first as a contestant on the CBS reality TV show “Rock Star: Supernova.” For many years solely a rock artist, Large has in recent years branched out into the theater and cabaret world. From Portland, Large tours with her own band and with the Portland-based band Pink Martini.
The Blind Boys of Alabama Christmas Show, Dec. 21, $34-$69: The Blind Boys have the distinction of being recognized around the world as both living legends and modern-day innovators. They will be joined by Preservation Hall Legacy Horns for a special Christmas program.
Lil Buck &Jon Boogz, Jan. 11, $24-$49: In a new collaboration between internationally-renowned choreographers and dancers Lil Buck and Jon Boogz, “Love Heals All Wounds” addresses social issues such as police brutality and violence in America, while also seeking to promote diversity, inclusion and empathy as a uniting force.
International Guitar Night, Jan. 24, $19-$44: International Guitar Night is North America’s premier mobile guitar festival, bringing together some of the world’s foremost guitarists for an evening of solos, duets and quartets. The tour’s stop in Edmonds will feature Lulo Reinhardt, Calum Graham, Marek Pasieczny and Michael Chapdelaine.
Rosanne Cash &John Leventhal, Jan. 25, $34-$69: Rosanne Cash has earned four Grammy awards and was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters’ Hall of Fame in 2015. Her latest release, “The River and the Thread,” is a collaboration with her husband, John Leventhal.
HAPA featuring Kaumakaiwa Kanaka’ole, Feb. 8, $19-$49: The overriding quality of HAPA’s music is one of beauty and serenity. Joining HAPA is Kaumakaiwa Kanaka’ole, who shares a deep understanding of Hawaiian culture and her identity as a transgender Hawaiian singer, chanter and dancer.
Cantus, Feb. 15, $19-49: The vocal ensemble Cantus is widely known for its trademark warmth, blend and innovative programming. On its “No Greater Love Than This” tour, the group will explore themes of camaraderie, honor and loss — words in common to all soldiers in times of both peace and war.
Michael Feinstein, Feb. 24, $59-$94: Feinstein has built a dazzling career (performer, archivist, educator) during the past three decades, bringing the music of the Great American songbook to the world.
Harlem Quartet &Aldo López-Gavilán, March 8, $19-$49: Cuban piano prodigy Aldo López-Gavilán joins the Harlem Quartet in this dynamic cross-cultural collaboration. The program will consist of Latin jazz and classical repertoire, as well as original compositions by López-Gavilán.
Paula Poundstone, March 10, $19-$54: Poundstone is a stand-up comedian, author, actress, interviewer and commentator. She is a regular panelist on NPR’s No. 1 show, the screwball weekly news quiz show “Wait Wait… Don’t Tell Me!”
Dervish, March 17, $19-$44: Dervish is known internationally as one of the biggest names in Irish music. Described by the BBC as “an icon of Irish music,” the band has played at festivals around the world.
The Quebe Sisters, March 29, $15-$39: The Quebe Sisters blend Western swing, swing jazz and Texas fiddle music with harmonies that transfix their audiences.
Las Cafeteras, April 27, $15-39: With an East LA sound that the Los Angeles Times has called an “Angeleno mishmash of punk, hip-hop, beat music, cumbia and rock,” Las Cafetras has performed with artists including Cafe Tacuba, the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra and Talib Kweli.
Mystical Arts of Tibet, May 11, $15-$44: As part of a five-day residency that includes the creation of a Mandala Sand Painting at the Edmonds Center for the Arts, the Tibetan monks of Drepung Loseling Monastery will give a performance combining multi-phonic chanting, music and dance.
New York Voices’ 30th Anniversary Celebration, May 19, $19-$54: Known for their inspired arrangements and unparalleled vocal blend, New York Voices’ chameleon-like musicianship allows them to move seamlessly from setting to setting, be it orchestral/big band or an intimate trio lineup.
For subscriptions and ticket information, call 425-275-9595 or go to www.edmondscenterforthearts.org.
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