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The Southern Crescent Chorale presents Montana Skies Concert
MONTANA SKIES
A must see live concert experience: a duo with the full spectrum of an orchestra
crossed with the energy of a rock band. Winners of the Lifestyle Radio Music Awards for
Best New Artist of 2004 and Best Contemporary Acoustic Album of 2005, Jennifer and
Jonathan create a new acoustic sound with their pairing of cello, six-string electric
cello, Spanish/classical guitar, and steel string guitar. These astounding musicians delve
into music from Pink Floyd and Rush to Vivaldi, House of the Rising Sun, and Bach, as
well as their own award winning originals that have been featured everywhere from
NPR to the Travel Channel. Using a wide range of effects, Jennifer Adams' blazing
electric cello and Jonathan Adams' guitar wizardry combine to create a sound that is
truly remarkable. Montana Skies has an extensive tour schedule which has taken them
all across the US, Canada and to Asia and Russia.
Jonathan and Jennifer met while studying music at the University of Georgia.
Recognizing a kindred spirit in each other's devotion to their music, the desire to share
music together was ignited immediately. The two assumed they would be performing
classical recitals and great works for the cello and guitar; then, in one trip to the library
to select music, their whole world of classical intentions came crashing down. The
discovery: music written for cello and guitar was as rare as the combination itself -- no
great classical works existed. What resulted from this new musical freedom of expression
between the two was the formation of Montana Skies, and a unique style of music
that would garner instant recognition and praise. Jonathan explains, "The fact that
'ready made' repertoire is not available for our combination of instruments is really what
pushes us to be more creative with our music. We love composing and arranging, and
appreciate the opportunity to present old favorites, along with newer music, to our
audiences."
Montana Skies' name is taken from one of the first songs Jonathan composed for the
group titled "Montana Skies." The song was written specifically about being in
Montana and the joy of inspiration Jonathan felt from its natural beauty. At the time
of its composition, he and Jennifer were completing their individual studies of music (he
in Montana and she in Italy) and they realized that they would like to be together.
Written during a crucial turning point in their relationship, the song marked the
beginning of the duo's musical collaboration and their newly found sound.
Montana Skies maintains an active touring schedule. Highlights from their touring has
included: the Seoul Arts Center (2,500 seats) in S. Korea, Great Falls Civic Auditorium
(1,800 seats) in Montana, and the new backstage series at the Morrison Center in Boise,
Idaho. Jonathan's full length instructional book and CD, "Getting Into Fingerstyle
Guitar" was published in 2002 by Mel-Bay Publications. Additional publications are inthe-
works.
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LocationFayetteville First United Methodist Church
175 East Lanier Ave.
Fayetteville, GA 30214
United States
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| Kid Friendly: No |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: No |
| Wheelchair Accessible: No |
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