Peter Yarrow with Bethany & Rufus

The Colonial Theatre | 111 South Street | Pittsfield, MA 01201 (See Map)

November 20, 2009

Friday 8:00pm

Detail:

Peter Yarrow of Peter, Paul & Mary performs with soulful, folk jazz duo Bethany & Rufus, featuring Yarrow’s daughter Bethany and virtuoso cellist Rufus Cappadocia. Folk classics like "Puff, The Magic Dragon" and "Blowin’ in the Wind" meet Bethany & Rufus’ blend of contemporary jazz, soul, roots and world music.

A successful artist and activist, Peter Yarrow's talent is legendary. His gift for songwriting has produced some of the most moving songs that Peter, Paul & Mary have recorded, including "Puff, The Magic Dragon," "Day Is Done," and "Light One Candle." This musical creativity has always gone hand-in-hand with Yarrow's commitment to social change.

Bethany & Rufus are an incredible cello and voice duo that slide elegantly between soul, funk and folk. Rufus, the first call groove/Hendrix cellist in NYC, is jaw-droppingly talented and creates a bed of deep groove over which Bethany sings with a grace and power that is rare in today’s music scene.

"There's no denying that in a world where a lot of fluffy pop passes as folk, Bethany and Rufus—in taking a more original road—have come up with the real deal." –ALLMUSIC.COM

"Bethany delivers low, smoky tones that call to mind Nina Simone or Cassandra Wilson. With stunning imagination” –GOLDMINE MAGAZINE

Where:
The Colonial Theatre
111 South Street
Pittsfield, MA 01201

Contact:
413-997-4444

Cost: A: $35 B: $25

Website:
Event Website

Category:
Theatre/Performing Arts/Comedy

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