Fiddler, singer, and stepdancer April Verch knows how relevant an old tune can be. She grew up surrounded by living, breathing roots music and decided early she wanted to be a professional musician. She took that leap, and has been quietly leaping into new, nuanced places for more than two decades. Moving from exuberant stepdancer to fiddle wunderkind and silver-voiced singer. Verch keeps the community-fired celebratory side of her music at the forefront, honing a keen awareness of how to engage contemporary listeners. http://aprilverch.com/
Together, Joe Newberry and April Verch are masters of their traditions. Tunes, ballads, step dancing, and original songs by way of Canada and the Ozarks ring like silver and shine like gold. With beautiful harmony singing, breathtaking instrumentals, and exquisite dancing, these two hit the stage in perfect rhythm, making audiences remember why this music existed in the first place.
If you've never been to a house concert here, well, it's very much like going to a family reunion. You walk right into our home, and there will be people here you know, and others you don't, but everyone will welcome you with open arms. You might place a casserole or bucket of chicken on the table and join others for dinner. We'll have chairs set out for everyone. You'll very likely get a chance to meet the musicians before or after the show, and they'd be happy to autograph their CDs for you. Sometimes folks might pick up a guitar and play a song or two after the show - it happens. You might get asked to help with chairs or move furniture or something. You might make some new friends or run across some old ones.
DONATIONS: We're asking folks to donate a minimum of $20 for this show. As always at Doodad Farm, EVERY CENT of your donations goes straight to the musicians. We host musicians not for our profit, but for fun and to support the arts community.
THIS SHOW IS IN THE FARMHOUSE, so it will happen rain or shine. We can only seat about 60 people, so please only sign up as "GOING" if you're pretty sure you're serious. If you change your mind, please change your status to reflect it.
POTLUCK: No obligation to participate, but if you want to bring a dish to share, please do. You're welcome to bring beverages of your choice whether you do the potluck or not. We supply the plates, bowls, cups, utensils, and all that stuff.
DETAILS and RESTRICTIONS: Sorry, no pets for this show, except of course service animals. Because this is an intimate show, we ask that everyone remain as quiet as possible during the performances. Smoking is allowed outside. You're welcome to bring your own beverages, but we can't guarantee we'll have space in the fridge for your six-pack, so bring a cooler if you need one. We do not allow weapons at Doodad Farm.