Purly Gates

Purly Gates' repertoire as a singer/songwriter/educator is as diverse as her experience: from an Earth Day concert at Disney World or an NEA-funded residency in Micronesia, to national touring and local prominence. She enchants audiences of all ages, actively engaging her listeners with relevant appropriate material covering subjects from Peace to Pizza, Environment to Retirement. Purly was a finalist in the prestigious Kerrville (Texas) "New Folk" songwriting competition and has released four recordings. This uniquely energetic and creative singer accompanies herself with guitar, banjo, harmonica, and humor. The trio features tight, sweet harmonies, fiddle/mandolin and upright bass playing originals, traditional, swing and toe-tapping folk.

Specialty:

• folk/swing/jazz artist

Programs Offered:

• performances
• lecture-demonstrations
• workshops (e.g. instrument making, songwriting)
• master classes
• residencies

Populations Served:

• all

Availability:

• all areas
• year round