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The Non-Profit Iconic Site of American Theatre & Music History Established 1938 as One of the First Rural Extensions of Broadway
by Robert Elwyn, A 5th Generation Member of One of Woodstock's Oldest Families
African Super Star
Vieux Farka Touré
SOLD OUT
Bardavon Presents at Woodstock Playhouse
Wednesday, May 10 at 7:30pm
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Often referred to as “The Hendrix of the Sahara”, Vieux Farka Touré was born in Niafunké, Mali in 1981. He is the son of legendary Malian guitar player Ali Farka Touré, who died in 2006. Ali Farka Touré came from a historical tribe of soldiers, and defied his parents in becoming a musician. When Vieux was in his teens, he declared that he also wanted to be a musician. His father disapproved due to the pressures he had experienced being a musician. Rather, he wanted Vieux to become a soldier. But with help from family friend the kora maestro Toumani Diabaté, Vieux eventually convinced his father to give him his blessing to become a musician shortly before Ali passed.
Vieux Farka Touré branched out and presented his own sound: while remaining true to the roots of his father’s music he uses elements of rock, Latin music, and other African influences. His live performances are highly energized and Vieux is known for dazzling crowds with his speed and dexterity on the guitar, as well as his palpable charisma and luminous smile, both of which captivate audiences from all audiences in spite of any language barriers (though Vieux does speak 8 languages). Vieux Farka Touré has clearly established himself as one of the world’s rare musical talents and guitar virtuosos with a distinct style that always pays homage to the past while looking towards the future.
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TICKET PRICING:
•$60 for Gold Tier Reserved Seating, Rows A - F;
•$50 for Blue Tier Reserved Seating, Rows G - N Ctr. & Side M;
•$40 for Green Tier Reserved Seating, Rows P - Q Ctr. & Side N - Q
Each ticket is inclusive of a $5 handling & convenience charge; all sales are final; no refunds nor exchanges.
Online Box Office for Vieux Farka Toure presented by Bardavon