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Leonard Cohen - Rare Live Performances

An amazing evening of rare concert performances by the legendary singer-songwriter featuring "Suzanne," "Bird on a Wire," "Hallelujah" and many more! Leonard Cohen is a legendary singer, songwriter, poet, and writer, whose articulate and witty insights and personal style have delighted and moved audiences over the years. His songs have also influenced and inspired numerous artists, creating hits for many of them. In 1967, after struggling as a poet, Cohen moved from his native Canada to the United States to pursue a career as a folk music singer-songwriter. He was on the edge of Andy Warhol's "Factory" group and seemed to be influenced by Nico's singing style and The Velvet Underground. Cohen's song "Suzanne" became a hit for Judy Collins and was covered by other artists as well. In a long career that is still ongoing, Cohen has become one of the world's most beloved singer-songwriters. This amazing celebration of Cohen's artistry will include rare performances from concerts, television, and promos. Among the songs included in this program will be Suzanne," "So Long Marianne / Hey, That's No Way to Say Goodbye," "Bird on the Wire," "The Partisan," "The Stranger Song," the frequently covered "Hallelujah," and many more! His lyrics encapsulate the human condition, reflecting upon his attitudes about events in his own life while describing emotions and responses with which his audiences can identify. This Leonard Cohen showcase is an opportunity to enjoy his performances of the songs you know well and a chance to hear one or two songs that might be less familiar to you. Approx. 110 minutes