Lyle Lovett and Leo Kottke: In Conversation and Song

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City Opera House Tue, Oct 24, 2023 7:30 PM

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A singer, composer and actor, Lyle Lovett has broadened the definition of American music in a career that spans 14 albums. Coupled with his gift for storytelling, the Texas-based musician fuses elements of country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel and blues in a convention-defying manner that breaks down barriers.

 

Whether touring as a 'Duo' or with his 'Acoustic Group' or his 'Large Band,' Lovett's live performances show not only the breadth of this Texas legend's deep talents, but also the diversity of his influences, making him one of the most compelling and captivating musicians in popular music.

 

Since his self-titled debut in 1986, Lyle Lovett has evolved into one of music's most vibrant and iconic performers. Among his many accolades, besides the four Grammy Awards, he was given the Americana Music Association's inaugural Trailblazer Award, and was named Texas State Musician.


Acoustic guitarist Leo Kottke was born in Athens, Georgia, but left town after a year and a half.  Raised in 12 different states, he absorbed a variety of musical influences as a child, flirting with both violin and trombone, before abandoning Stravinsky for the guitar at age 11.

Kottke has been awarded two Grammy nominations; a Doctorate in Music PerformanceKottke has been awarded two Grammy nominations; a Doctorate in Music Performanceby the Peck School of Music at the U of Wisconsin, Milwaukee; and a Certificate ofSignificant Achievement in Not Playing the Trombone from the U of Texas at Brownsvillewith Texas Southmost College.by the Peck School of Music at the U of Wisconsin, Milwaukee; and a Certificate ofSignificant Achievement in Not Playing the Trombone from the U of Texas at Brownsvillewith Texas Southmost College.


Kottke has been awarded two Grammy nominations;  a Doctorate in Music Performance by the Peck School of Music at the U of Wisconsin, Milwaukee;  and a Certificate of Significant Achievement in Not Playing the Trombone from the U of Texas at Brownsville with Texas Southmost College.


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