Artist description Authentic, poetic contemporary-folk songs with both depth and humor, as well as memorable melodies.

Music Style Acoustic singer-songwriter

Musical Influences Joni Mitchell, John Martyn, Joe Henry, Andy Irvine

Similar Artists Nick Drake, James McMurtry, James Taylor

Artist History Originally from Delray Beach, FL, I've been writing & performing songs for the past 12 years. I also hold a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing and a PhD in American Lit. In addition to composing songs & playing out, I'm currently teaching English at James Madison University.

Group Members On a regular basis, just me.

Instruments Acoustic guitar, cello, keyboards, upright bass, percussion; background vocals by Freyda Epstein; cameos on banjo, violin, accordion.

Albums After You (1998)

Press Reviews According to Acoustic Guitar magazine, the CD *After You* is "A truly outstanding debut." The Washington Blade calls it "A gorgeous collection" and adds, "Like the work of Stephen Foster or Aaron Copland, these songs have a native American beauty."

Location Harrisonburg, VA - USA

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