Deeply rooted in the rich sounds of American folk and country music, Barrigar, Cadley and Colton have been captivating audiences across the region for many years. Each performer, with their respective partners, will present their own unique version of this authentic sound, as they come together for this one very special evening of music.

Loren Barrigar started playing guitar when he was four years old— a natural prodigy who by the age of six was playing the Chet Atkins hit “Yackety Axe” in front of thousands of country music fans at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville. Schooled by his dad in fingerstyle picking, Loren’s son, LJ Barrigar, is fast becoming an accomplished player in his own right.

Donna Colton has been singing, writing, and playing in the CNY music scene since the mid ‘80s, partnering with her husband, Sam Patterelli, to create a soulful, bluesy and original duo that is both powerful and intimate.

John Cadley is an award-winning songwriter with a number of national covers to his credit, including his song “Time,” which became a #1 hit for former Ricky Skaggs band member, Lou Reid. Along with his wife, Cathy, The Cadleys present a show filled with original songs, “high, lonesome” harmony singing, and bluegrass-style guitar playing