Join Makers Series presenter Mari Black for an evening of fiddle music from around the world in the intimate setting of a small house concert.
Multistyle violinist & champion fiddler Mari Black’s virtuosic fiddling, sparkling stage presence, and commitment to bringing people together through music have made her a favorite with audiences across the country and around the world. A master of diverse musical styles and winner of multiple major international competitions, Mari sweeps her audiences away on a spirited musical adventure featuring dance music from around the globe: Celtic, American, and Canadian fiddling, jazz, tango, klezmer, folk, and original works.
Mari will be accompanied by DC-based guitarist Zan McLeod, who’s been described as “something of a legend” in celtic circles, recording on nearly 150 CDs (including Grammy-winning and -nominated ones) and several several film soundtracks. Zan brings a distinctive flair as well as stunning technical skill to the stage, is a respected and experienced workshop leader and instructor, and runs his own boutique recording studio.
And, to emphasize our weekend’s focus on discipleship in the arts, John Turner—Mari’s mentor, 10-time National Scottish Fiddling Champion, and the third generation in a family of traditional fiddlers—will be joining her for a few tunes, as well.
This house concert is limited to only 50 seats, so email or call Valerie Holland at 804.282.4645 to reserve a seat and receive full details on the concert location in Manchester, just south of downtown RVA. Light snacks and drinks are included with the suggested $20 donation that goes to support Mari, her art, and her guitarist.
For music, reviews, and more information about Mari, explore her website: www.mariblack.com, or hear some of her music and hear her story via the videos, below.
To hear much more about how mentors and guides helped Mari along the path into and through the world of music, plan to attend the Makers Series | Disciple on Friday, November 9th.
