Martin Carthy in Concert - Father's Day 7PM Chapel Hill
Clarke Thacher
Folk hero, folk icon (see http://www.folkicons.co.uk to learn more),
MBE (Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, if
you should ask), married to Norma Waterson(yes, of THE Watersons)
... and entertaining as well (say no more).
ABSOLUTELY NOT TO BE MISSED!!
Martin Carthy has been at it a long time! Our own Mr. Dylan mentions him,
by name as the source of the melody for "Bob Dylan's Dream", no less,
if you want an American reference and a credential. He has collected,
arraigned, sung and played at least as many songs as the famous Harvard
folklorist, Francis Childs... probably more since Childs, to our knowledge,
did not sing, play or arrange anything. Not only that, he has been an
important influence on a great many of the world's steel string guitarists.
Carthy's guitar is strongly modal, contrapuntal, impeccable and interesting.
In addition to being a soloist, his playing has been featured in various
incarnations of Steeleye Span and Fairport Convention and in such amazing
ensembles as Mrs. Ackyroid's Big Band..
If none of the above is sufficient motivation for your attendance, besides
being an enduring advocate of traditional English song Mr. Carthy is a patron
of the cream of contemporary songwriters so you will also hear something you
have never heard before, guaranteed!
Please treat yourself to a wonderful musical event and bring a friend.
Sunday, June 16, 7:00 PM
Skylight Exchange (405 1/2 W. Rosemary St. Chapel Hill)
$14 in advance and TFMS members, $16 at the door.
This is a smoke-free concert. For more info call: 286-7963
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Ticket Outlets:
Chapel Hill: Schoolkids Records, Skylight Exchange
Durham: Regulator Bookshop
Raleigh: Nice Price Books, Harry’s Guitar Shop