Press release date: Fri Jul 18th, 2008
Local Pianist Offers Free Community Concert
WEST LINN - Local pianist John Nilsen will be performing for “Music in the Stacks” at the West Linn Public Library on Wednesday, July 30, at 6:30 PM. The hour-long solo concert is free and open to the public.
Often accompanied by many of the very finest musicians from the Northwest, Nilsen is an innovative performer who creates an intimate repartee with his audience. “As a performer, I like exploring beyond the boundaries of my recorded songs. It gives me the chance to offer something special, spontaneous and personal to my audience. The entire performance hinges on the connection not only between the players, but with the audience as well,” said Nilsen.
Each year, Nilsen gives 200 annual performances including national tours of the United States, Great Britain and Japan. Nilsen has released sixteen recordings, most on his highly successful independent record company, Magic Wing. He has also had recordings released in Germany, Taiwan, Philippines, Great Britain and Singapore. His latest CD, John Nilsen & Swimfish, is a collection of twelve original songs featuring acoustic guitar and rich vocal harmonies with folk-rock appeal.
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