SVMA Holds Concert for World Music
October 7th, 2006

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GIL AND TUEY will bring their ensemble troupe of musicians to the Sonoma Valley Museum of Art on Friday, Oct. 20.
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10.06.06 - The Sonoma Valley Museum of Art will host a concert of high-energy multicultural music by acoustic ensemble Gil and Tuey at 8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 20. The group features musicians from the United States, Mexico and Venezuela, including Gil Gutierrez on guitar, Tuey Connell on banjo, guitar, and vocals, Stefan Schatz on cajon and percussion, Ali Bello on violin and Brett Simons on bass.

At SVMA, they will perform a soulful mix of flamenco, Cuban son, bossa nova, tango, bluegrass, Venezuelan joropos, Mexican folk, gypsy jazz, American songbook, blues and classical music within a predominantly original repertoire. The program will be highlighted by an original interpretation of Herbie Hancock's "Watermelon Man." Refreshments will be served during intermission.

Gil and Tuey began in an Irish pub in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. The ensemble's music spans centuries, generations and genres and has been enjoyed by audiences at the Kennedy Center, the Mexican Cultural Institute, Woodsongs and other top venues. More information is available at www.gilandtuey.com.

Gutierrez was born in Oaxaca, Mexico, and is the veteran guitarist of many of the best Latin American pop stars from Mexico, Cuba, Guatemala and Argentina. He is a virtuoso on the nylon string guitar, playing in a variety of styles and composing his own works.

Born in New York City, banjoist and vocalist Connell has performed and recorded with Taj Mahal, Vassar Clements, Arturo Sandoval, Livingston Taylor, Alvin Youngblood Hart, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and other noteworthy musicians as well as on his own and with his ensembles. Known for his versatility, Connell plays jazz, blues, Amercian songbook, newgrass, and other styles with equal skill.

Admission to the concert is $20 for museum members and $25 for nonmembers. Seating is limited, and advance ticket purchase is recommended. Tickets are available through the museum by calling 939-7862 or visiting www.svma.org, or through Readers' Books, 130 E. Napa St. All proceeds will benefit SVMA exhibitions and programs. Museum memberships may be acquired or renewed at the door.

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