Crossings brings Livingston Taylor to Zumbrota's State Theatre on Friday, April 10, at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $35 in advance, $39 at the door, and can be purchased online or by calling 507-732-7616. Doors open at 6:30 pm.
Livingston Taylor, a musician who has been performing for 40 years – and had more than one Top Forty hit – will take the stage in Zumbrota to share his diverse repertoire that includes country, broadway, bluegrass and blues. Singer/songwriter Chelsea Berry opens.
On stage, Taylor brings together the pure joy of performance with a professionalism gained from 40 years of experience. Taylor’s ease in the presence of his audience makes the musical ride an exhilarating journey. A guitarist, pianist, singer and songwriter, Taylor has written most of his music repertoire, including Top Forty hits “I Will be in Love with You” and “I’ll Come Running” – and, recorded by his brother James, “I Can Dream of You,” “Going Round One More Time,” and “Boatman,” (all on the double Grammy-winning album Hourglass).
Since his earliest days of performing in Boston coffeehouses, Taylor has moved on to touring with major artists such as Linda Ronstadt; Jimmy Buffett; Fleetwood Mac; Emerson, Lake and Palmer; and Jethro Tull. He also maintains a busy concert schedule on his own, performing an average of 80 shows a year that mostly include his own music, with an occasional cover of folk, rock, a classic Gershwin or something from the best of Broadway. The depth of Taylor’s musical knowledge is belied by his relaxed and comedic onstage presence.
He describes himself as a pop singer and tours solo, playing his guitar and the piano. Taylor also is a full professor at Berklee College of Music, where he has taught a Stage Performance course since 1989.
“I love playing live, I love being on the road, I love touring, I love being around my audience – all parts of the experience.”
– Quoted from Livingston Taylor in Melrose Free Press Melrose, MA
“From his well-crafted, introspective songwriting to the beautiful melodies he creates, to the warmth he generates during his live performances, Taylor has mastered the craft of being able to take his listeners on a journey.” – The Sampson Independent Clinton, NC
Chelsea Berry is a singer/songwriter with incredible edge, power, and finesse. She has a stage presence that compels audiences to sit up and listen. Born and raised in Alaska, she now makes her home on Boston’s North Shore. From there, she’s become a favorite among venue owners up and down the East coast.
The State Theatre is located at 96 East 4th Street in Zumbrota. For more information call 507-732-5210.