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| Folk legend Arlo Guthrie in Prescott Park As a part of the Prescott Park Arts Festival 37th season, American folk legend Arlo Guthrie will perform in Prescott Park as part of the River House Concert Series on Friday, Aug. 26 at 7 p.m. The son of beloved singer-songwriter Woody Guthrie, Arlo grew up surrounded by many of the musical giants that shaped the era of the "Folk Boom", such as Pete Seeger, Leadbelly, Ronnie Gilbert, and Ramblin' Jack Elliot. Guthrie's own career exploded in 1967 with the premier of his album "Alice's Restaurant" at the Newport Folk Festival. The title track of the album was a satirical talking blues song, lasting more than 18 minutes in length, and the song helped foster a new commitment among the '60s generation to social consciousness and activism. An artist of international stature, Guthrie has never had a 'hit' in the traditional sense, but has nevertheless won a wide, popular following. Guthrie is a natural-born storyteller, weaving tales and anecdotes into his performances, while simultaneously showcasing his accomplished playing the piano, six and twelve-string guitars, harmonica and a dozen other instruments. "This is going to be the perfect way to close out the concert series for this year, " says Ben Anderson, executive director of Prescott Park Arts Festival, in a press release. "Guthrie is this brilliant and celebrated musician who's helped to shape folk music. We're all elated to bring him to the park." write your comments about the article :: © 2011 Jazz News :: home page |