An evening of original folk and Americana featuring songwriters Amanda DeBoer Bartlett and Luke Polipnick. Celebrating the release of Bartlett’s second album of original songs, Braided Together, and Polipnick’s first single release from his forthcoming album.

Amanda DeBoer Bartlett is a Chicago-based singer and songwriter specializing in contemporary classical music, folk music, and improvisation. She’s been described as a “rainwater fresh soprano” (Chicago Tribune), with deep storytelling, and heart-bursting emotion. More at www.amandadeboer.com

Luke Polipnick is a modern guitar virtuoso and musical polyglot who is gaining a reputation as a fearless improviser and genre-bending composer. His playing encompasses the jazz, blues, and rock and roll traditions, and incorporates elements of Americana and world music with an experimental bent. “Luke Polipnick is one the finest new generation jazz musicians on the scene today. Hip and carryng the torch of tradition, Polipnick blends americana, jazz and contemporary improvisation into a seamless whole.” –Fareed Haque www.lukepolipnick.com