storytelling

Ethio-American singer Meklit redefines home through storytelling and music

As we move from one place to another, we carry with us not just our belongings, but also our cultures, backgrounds and heritages. On Thursday, Ethiopian American singer, songwriter and composer Meklit led a group of artists that honed in on the intersections of migration and music at Bing Concert Hall. The performance — “MOVEMENT … [Read more…]

Stephen Sanchez in Oakland: Theatrical storytelling by a true troubadour

When the lights dimmed in Fox Theater, fog creeped onto the stage as singer-songwriter Stephen Sanchez took the spotlight. During the Oakland concert on Saturday, Sanchez immersed the audience in an enchanting musical narrative. Sanchez was simultaneously the narrator of the love story and main character of his concert; with his sultry voice and emotive … [Read more…]