PRESS RELEASE JUST ANNOUNCED: Art Garfunkel, Dobet Gnahoré, San Fermin and Schooner Fare Added to The Barns at Wolf Trap’s 2014-15 Season Vienna, VA (October 21, 2014) – Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts announces additional artists for the 2014-2015 season at The Barns at Wolf Trap: folk-rock legend Art Garfunkel (March 29- 30), Grammy award-winning African songstress Dobet Gnahoré (January 8), baroque-pop band San Fermin (January 30) and folk favorite Schooner Fare (January 31). Several opening acts were also added to the season, including Dom Flemons, opening for Over the Rhine (December 5). A complete season calendar and Box Office information is below, and high-resolution artist images are available in Wolf Trap’s online newsroom. The four additions bring the total number of 2014-15 performances to 55, with additional performances to be announced in November 2014. In keeping with Wolf Trap’s mission, The Barns’ schedule is developed to highlight artistic exploration and accessibility to a broad range of music lovers. Artists span musical genres, from rock, jazz, blues, country, classical and world music, and most tickets are $35 or less. With its informal setting and stunning architecture, The Barns at Wolf Trap is a one-of-a-kind musical experience. Comprised of two 18th-century barns made of hand-hewn wood beams and panels, the space is noted for its acoustic excellence and historic charm. Tickets for most performances are on-sale now and added performances go on sale to the public Friday, October 24. ### Media Information (Please do not publish contact information) High-resolution artist images are available in Wolf Trap’s online newsroom. Michelle Pendoley, Director, Public Relations 703.255.1917 or [email protected] The Barns at Wolf Trap 2014-2015 Season Calendar P a g e | 1 Publish date: October 21, 2014 The most up-to-date info is always available at www.WolfTrap.org. Additional 2015 performances to be announced. The Barns at Wolf Trap 2014-2015 Season Calendar Publish date: October 21, 2014 Additional 2015 performances to be announced in November 2014. The most up-to-date information on artists, performances and ticket availability may be found on Wolf Trap’s website, www.wolftrap.org. Tickets for The Barns at Wolf Trap’s 2014-2015 Season: Online: wolftrap.org By phone: 1.877.WOLFTRAP In person: The Barns Box Office 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA 22182 October 2014 Brandi Carlile Last appeared at Filene Center (FC) in 2013 Monday, October 6 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets $75-$80 Tuesday, October 7 at 8:00 p.m. Lose yourself in the passionate vocals of the rootsy folk-rock powerhouse who gave us “The Story” in these ultra-unplugged performances. Tickets on sale to public Friday, August 15; all other tickets are on sale now. Noam Pikelny & Stuart Duncan Last appeared at FC in 2011 Wednesday, October 8 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets $25-$30 Banjo pioneer and Punch Brother band member, Noam Pikelny, teams up with the Nashville Bluegrass Band’s finest fiddler, Stuart Duncan, for a masterful acoustic showcase. Loudon Wainwright III Last appeared at FC in 2012 Thursday, October 9 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets $25-$30 Classic blues melodies, honest lyrics and piercing wit from a veteran musician. The Barns at Wolf Trap 2014-2015 Season Calendar P a g e | 2 Publish date: October 21, 2014 The most up-to-date info is always available at www.WolfTrap.org. Additional 2015 performances to be announced. Simone Dinnerstein, piano Wolf Trap Debut Chamber Music at The Barns Tickets $40 Friday, October 10 at 8:00 p.m. “She compels the listener to follow her in a journey of discovery filled with unscheduled detours...She's actively listening to every note she plays, and the result is a wonderfully expressive interpretation.” — NPR Newmyer Flyer Tribute to The Everly Brothers Newmyer Flyer Tributes last appeared at The Barns in 2014 Saturday, October 11 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets $25-$27 Relive the ’50s and ’60s glory days of country-influenced rock ’n’ roll as one of the finest tribute groups memorializes the legendary Everly Brothers. Sam Amidon Sam Amidon: Debut, Bill Frisell: The Barns 2013 with Bill Frisell and Shahzad Ismaily Tickets $25-$27 with special guest Cy Dune (feat. Seth from Akron/Family) Thursday, October 16 at 8:00 p.m. Rising folk artist Sam Amidon refashions traditional folk songs in a way that transcends their origins and places them squarely in the middle of contemporary American music. He's joined by revolutionary jazz guitarist Frisell, bassist Ismaily, and rebel rock guitarist Cy Dune. Masters of Hawaiian Music Wolf Trap Debut Friday, October 17 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets $25-$30 Melodic island music with uncommon tunings and fingerpicking by Hawaii’s finest players. An Evening of Indian Dance Wolf Trap Debut Saturday, October 18 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets $20-$25 Enjoy a rich cultural experience of beautiful and emotionally-engaging classical and folk Indian dance and music. (more) The Barns at Wolf Trap 2014-2015 Season Calendar P a g e | 3 Publish date: October 21, 2014 The most up-to-date info is always available at www.WolfTrap.org. Additional 2015 performances to be announced. Paula Cole Last appeared at The Barns in 2013 with special guest Tickets $25-$27 Daniel Champagne Sunday, October 19 at 7:30 p.m. “An extraordinary songwriter with a gorgeous voice” (Rolling Stone) who gave us the hits “Where Have All the Cowboys Gone?” and “I Don’t Want to Wait.” Kathy Mattea Last appeared at The Barns in 2011 Wednesday, October 22 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets $35 Thursday, October 23 at 8:00 p.m. Country and bluegrass infused with Celtic-folk flavors by a seasoned star with a “haunting, soulful voice.” (AllMusic.com) Jamie Barton, mezzo-soprano Last appeared at The Barns in 2009 Kim Pensinger Witman, pianist Tickets $35 Chamber Music at The Barns Friday, October 24 at 8:00 p.m. Wolf Trap Opera alumna Jamie Barton returns to The Barns after winning the Marian Anderson Award, Opera International’s Young Artist Award and the Cardiff Singer of the World competition. Marcia Ball Last appeared at FC in 2013 Saturday, October 25 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets $35-$40 This Grammy-nominated pianist and singer/songwriter blends Louisiana swamp rock and classic Texas blues into an “irresistible” musical cocktail. (Boston Globe) The Bad Plus Last appeared at The Barns in 2010 Sunday, October 26 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets $30-$32 Jazz trio combines audacious and pop-centric melodies with “funky new-millennium rhythms and succulent harmonic flights.” (Entertainment Weekly) (more) The Barns at Wolf Trap 2014-2015 Season Calendar P a g e | 4 Publish date: October 21, 2014 The most up-to-date info is always available at www.WolfTrap.org. Additional 2015 performances to be announced. Jim Brickman Last appeared at The Barns in 2012 The Platinum Tour Tickets $35-$40 Wednesday, October 29 at 8:00 p.m. Thursday, October 30 at 8:00 p.m. Relish in the soothing, piano-driven melodies of this inspiring, platinum-selling singer/songwriter who has collaborated with Lady Antebellum, Martina McBride and Donny Osmond, among others. November 2014 Eddie Money Wolf Trap Debut Saturday, November 1 at 7:00 p.m. Tickets $45-$50 Saturday, November 1 at 9:30 p.m. Enjoy the best of classic rock with catchy, upbeat tunes from the star who gave us hits like “Take Me Home Tonight” and “Two Tickets to Paradise.” Justin Hayward Last appeared at FC with The Moody Blues in 2007 with special guest Tickets $75 Mike Dawes Thursday, November 6 at 8:00 p.m. Friday, November 7 at 8:00 p.m. Legendary guitarist of The Moody Blues takes fans back with outstanding acoustic versions of his old and new songs. James Cotton Last appeared at The Barns in 2008 Thursday, November 20 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets $25 Widely regarded as one of the best harmonica players of all time, this powerful instrumentalist and blues legend has made his mark on music history. (more) The Barns at Wolf Trap 2014-2015 Season Calendar P a g e | 5 Publish date: October 21, 2014 The most up-to-date info is always available at www.WolfTrap.org. Additional 2015 performances to be announced. Chris Smither & The Motivators Last appeared at The Barns in 2011 special guest Tickets $30-$35 Rusty Belle Still On The Levee Release Show Friday, November 21 at 8:00 p.m. Saturday, November 22 at 7:30 p.m. The fingerstyle guitar wizard showcases his gritty but gorgeous songcraft and unmatched performing chops. John Eaton Last appeared at The Barns in 2014 The Swingin’ ’30s Tickets $25-$27 Friday, November 28 at 8:00 p.m. Join renowned pianist/vocalist John Eaton for a celebration of this remarkable era including the music of Count Basie, Benny Goodman, Cole Porter, George Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess, Rodgers and Hart, and more. Stephen Kellogg Hailey Steele Wolf Trap Debut Saturday, November 29 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets $25 This lively performer and talented everyman combines soulful songwriting and passionate guitar for a classic rock ’n’ roll sound. December 2014 Civil Twilight Wolf Trap Debut with special guest Tickets $22 Baby Bee Thursday, December 4 at 8:00 p.m. Stirring alt-rock with impassioned vocals and atmospheric melodies have earned this band international acclaim. (more) The Barns at Wolf Trap 2014-2015 Season Calendar P a g e | 6 Publish date: October 21, 2014 The most up-to-date info is always available at www.WolfTrap.org.