Born in London and having studied at Oxford University, Rupert performs an eclectic mix of acoustic, melodic art/folk, with flavors of jazz, vaudeville and cabaret. He has released twelve solo CDs for which he has received outstanding reviews in the international online press. His songs have been covered by other artists in the UK, Canada, and the US. Two full length tribute CDs to his material have been recorded: Crazy Puzzle by Nashville-based performer Roxie Rogers, and Wide Open Heart by vocalist Susan Kohler. Other artists have recorded over 20 of Rupert’s songs in 2016 alone. Find more at www.rupertwatesmusic.com. As we know from past performances, Ruperts playing is perfectly suited to the fine acoustics of the church.
Rupert will play two 40-minute sets with a 20-minute intermission with complementary food and drink. Parking is available in a lot behind the church accessible via School Place. Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for students and seniors 65 and older.
What his concert hosts and the press have said about Rupert:
- “Truly gripping lyrics with great themes and troubling, witty messages. An inspirational artist.”
- “His narrative storytelling is superb even by the highest folk music standards.”
- “What a performance… It was a sheer delight to hear him.”
Rupert will perform in the church, built in 1880, with its superb acoustics with lighting done by Spiral’s Rich Johnson. You can learn more about Rupert and hear is music at rupertwatesmusic.com as well as sample a number of his videos on YouTube.
