Michael Peter Smith in concert with special guest Erin Inglish

One of the most captivating songwriters?in the folk arena, Michael Peter Smith has toured the United States and Canada for nearly five decades. He creates new work on a constant basis and music’s finest performers record his songs. His song The Dutchman, a signature piece for the late Liam Clancy and still recorded by dozens of others, is a classic. Whether he is touring, teaching songwriting workshops, composing award-winning musical scores, or creating unforgettable recordings, musical mastery is in whatever Michael does. “Michael Smith stands out as one of the few undisputed geniuses among singer-songwriters.” Sing Out! Magazine (www.michaelsmithmusic.com)

California banjo sweetheart Erin Inglish is an incredibly unique songwriter. Like the late John Hartford, she performs with a voice, a banjo and poignant songs. From the thoughtful and conscientious messages in her songwriting, to her magnetic and entertaining stage-presence, Erin is a consummate performer and humanistic storyteller. In April, 2013, Erin released a solo album titled, “A Melody So Sweet,” and then toured – by bicycle – the entire coast of California to celebrate Earth Month. (www. erininglish.com)