The ASU-Beebe Lecture-Concert Series is delighted to announce an outdoor concert featuring The Susie Glaze New Folk Ensemble on Thursday, Sept. 21, at 7 p.m. The concert will be held in The Grove, located on the Beebe campus behind State Hall. This exciting event is scheduled during the Family Week and Alumni Better Together Reunion festivities, offering a perfect opportunity for friends, families and alumni to come together and enjoy a night of exceptional music under the stars.
Event Details:
Title: The Susie Glaze New Folk Ensemble
Date: Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: The Grove, ASU-Beebe, 1102 W. College Street in Beebe
Lawn chairs are welcome but preferred reserve seating is available for $5 and can be reserved at https://www.asub.ticketleap.com.
The Susie Glaze New Folk Ensemble boasts an exceptional lineup, with award-winning vocalist Susie Glaze leading the ensemble. Alongside her are mandolinist Steve Rankin, fiddler Mark Indictor, and bassist Fred Sanders. This newest version of the acclaimed Los Angeles-based group offers a captivating fusion of folk Americana, enriched with exciting Celtic-inspired originals. Their performances encompass a harmonious blend of mountain folk and storytelling, all brought to life by Glaze's remarkable voice.
Drawing comparisons to classic British bands Pentangle and Fairport Convention, The Susie Glaze New Folk Ensemble presents music that gracefully intertwines classic folk elements with poignant tales of tragedy and fate. Their orchestral arrangements, reminiscent of chamber music, create a unique and immersive experience for the audience.
The band's reputation precedes them, having graced premier venues and festivals on the west coast, including Berkeley’s Freight & Salvage, McCabe's Guitar Shop, The Broad Stage, the Hollywood Bowl, Palms Playhouse, Don Quixote's Music Hall, Kuumbwa Jazz Center and CalTech Folk Music Society, among others.
Critics and music enthusiasts alike have lauded their critically acclaimed album "White Swan," released in March 2013. Garnering praise from renowned publications such as “No Depression,” “FolkWorks,” “Pop Matters,” “M Magazine for Musicians,” “Music News Nashville,” and “FolkWords UK,” the album earned a coveted spot in the Top 50 on the Roots Music Report's Combined Internet and Terrestrial Folk Chart. Building on this success, their latest album, "Not That Kind of Girl," produced by Herb Pedersen and released in June 2015, continues to receive rave reviews and widespread radio airplay across the country.
The ASU-Beebe outdoor concert offers an evening filled with sophisticated musical arrangements and impeccable musicianship. The Susie Glaze New Folk Ensemble's diverse influences come together seamlessly, resulting in an experience that transcends genres and captivates the hearts of all music enthusiasts.
The event begins at 5 p.m., with complimentary food provided by Great Western until 6 p.m., followed by the concert at 7 p.m. Attendees are invited to bring their lawn chairs for a relaxed and comfortable viewing experience or reserved seating is available for $5.
Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of a night filled with exceptional music, camaraderie and cherished memories.
For further information about this event and other ASU-Beebe Lecture-Concert Series presentations, please visit www.asub.ticketleap.com
