May Erlewine has dedicated her life to writing songs for the human heart’s existence.These songs have the relentless ability to find the tender places within us. Her body of work stands as a reminder that our greatest strengths come from allowing ourselves to be courageously vulnerable.
It’s evident that her career in the music industry has been service-oriented. She uses her platform to fight for positive change. Stressing the important, necessary work of advocacy, justice and empowerment in our world. This community building message has touched people all across the globe.
Her new album, What It Takes, culminates decades of hard work and perseverance. Produced by Theo Katzman and recorded in the north woods of Michigan, the record offers a fresh and electric sound supporting May’s soulfully familiar songs.
Her calling is to share this music. Her words have held solace for weary hearts. They offer a light in the darkness and leave space for the pain and joy of being alive. When she starts to sing, everyone is invited, come as you are.
Emma Cook is an indie-folk storyteller, writing songs for our times. Performing her original music for just about two decades, her recent indie folk album Of the Morning offers some of her most vulnerable and finely crafted work to date. Emma is known for her expressive vocal range, jazz-inflected chord choices, and engaging live shows. With “gorgeous, vivid songwriting” (Grace Potter) Emma writes about both the grand and the intimate moments that define a full life.
Arrive early and eat dinner before the show! Blank Page Cafe will be serving up tasty farm fresh tacos made with hand pressed, organic corn tortillas and your choice of seasoned 100% grass fed Bread & Butter Farm ground beef OR seasoned veggies. Tacos will be made to order and will be available for purchase from 6-7p.m. No pre-order required. Taco Service will end once the show starts. They are $6.50 each. General recommendation - One is a snack, 2 is a meal!
Tickets are General Admission and available for $22 (adults) and $12 (youth/teen)
Please email musicforsprouts@gmail.com for any questions related to the show.
PS folks have asked if kids are welcome to attend. Absolutely! We want all ages to be able to enjoy the compassionate songwriting of May Erlewine. Just know that it will be a sit down listening room type show.