Louise Parker - a tribute to Nina Simone

Louise Parker returns to The Old Chapel with a tribute to one of the finest and most influential singers of the twentieth century. If there is one performer whose music reflects and resonates with the spirit of the 1950s and 1960s, it is Nina Simone. Her sound channelled the emotional spark of the day; her vibrato-rich voice(childlike at times, deep and wise at others) reflected its innocence; her piano virtuosity elevated it with an air of elegance; her lyrics and song choices satisfied a need for intelligent social commentary.

Louise has been an admirer of Nina Simone’s work for many years and pays tribute to this great artist in her new show, following on from a highly enjoyable event at Calstock Arts where she paid tribute to Billie Holliday . A big hit on the festival circuit and a regular on BBC Radio 2, Louise is a powerful live performer and a skilful interpreter of swing, blues and gospel classics.

Whether performing with her own Louise Parker Trio or with other notable jazz musicians such as BBC Jazz Award winner, saxophonist Alan Barnes, Louise Parker is not to be missed.

Louise will be accompanied by bassist Al Swainger, Ric Byer on drums and Matt Carter on keyboards.

£12 advance, £13 door, £6 under 18s.
£1 reduction for Friends of Calstock Arts

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Box Office telephone number 01726 879500

Doors and bar 7.00pm, start time 8.00pm