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Follow on Google News | SongSisters to Record Two Shows Live for Upcoming CD; Audience Energy & Clapping to be Included!The SongSisters, an eclectic trio of singer/songwriters, will record two upcoming (7/17 and 7/25) shows at Davenport's Piano Bar, 1383 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago. *Your* enthusiastic clapping could be included in their upcoming CD!
By: SongSisters "We are excited about this on so many levels," explains Fink. "All three of us already have our individual recording-studio albums; and that's great for when we perform solo. But when we perform as the SongSisters, audience members want to take that experience home with them. Being able to offer an album of the songs they just heard, in the manner we just performed them... that's key. What we're doing is extending the good time we all just had, extending our connection." "We're so pleased this will be happening at Davenport's," "Plus, audiences are often curious about the recording experience," Dixon-Kolar, Shaffner, and Fink have been performing and writing songs for years -- just not with each other. In 2009 Fink was asked to curate an evening for "Live and Unplugged," a music series where singer/songwriters perform "in the round," akin to Nashville song circles. Fink thought that the varied musical styles of friends Dixon-Kolar (traditional and Celtic influences), Shaffner (jazz and folk), and Jeanne T. Arrigo (theater background) -- along with her own quirky tales of love gone wrong -- would make for an interesting mix. Their evening was a success, and they were asked to perform in this configuration at other shows as well. Arrigo, who also acts throughout Chicagoland in theater and film, decided to concentrate instead on her acting career. The other three continued, finding it interesting to blend their distinctive styles and voices, adding harmonies to each other's songs. Most recently they were joined by special guest Claudia Anderson, who also has a theater, teaching, and cabaret background. Each artist enjoys performing solo, but sees the possibilities that the SongSisters presents them. "We help each other realize each song's potential, plus we enjoy the camaraderie," Recording engineer Bruce Roper worked with Fink to produce her two full-length CDs, "Damsel in Distress" and "Thoughts at an Intersection." "It's all about connectivity in the community," muses Shaffner. "And now were forging a new connection, through these shows and our live recording, with our audience." To become part of the audience for these shows, reservations are strongly recommended. Who/What: The SongSisters, recording live! (learn more about the SongSisters at http://songsisters.net ) Where: Davenport's Piano Bar and Cabaret, 1383 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago When: Wednesday, July 17th and Thursday, July 25th. Doors open at 7:30 each night, and the shows begin promptly at 8:00 pm. Each show is 1-hour in duration. Reserve/find out more: http://davenportspianobar.com or 773.278.1830 Cost: $15 + 2-drink min. (both non- and alcoholic drinks available) Other: 1. Audience members may pre-order the upcoming CD at a discounted price. 2. Metered street parking available, but parking can be a challenge. Also accessible by public transportation. End
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