Avi Wisnia, singer/songwriter
with opening act: Widad

Tickets: $10 in advance/$12 at the door

Award-winning singer/songwriter Avi Wisnia presents an eclectic mix of refreshingly original songs and inventive covers, finding inspiration in Brazilian bossa nova, acoustic American folk, 1950’s west-coast jazz, and contemporary pop. Think Ben Folds meets Norah Jones if they had a lovechild in Brazil.

Avi's clever lyrics give a knowing nod to his contemporaries, while his smooth vocals and deft piano skills assure you that this is truly something new. Avi has toured the country with his dynamic ensemble and his debut full-length album, Something New, performing in prestigious venues across the country – from The Kennedy Center in Washington DC to Yoshi’s Jazz House in San Francisco, even spending a month performing in Brazil. Avi has performed alongside artists such as The Roots, Ani DiFranco, and Maroon 5, and his music has been featured on TV and in featured films.

Award-Winning Music Video "Rabbit Hole":
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nugADMFSM_k

Praise for Avi Wisnia:

“one of New York City's A-List musicians” - Scott Stiffler (The Villager)

"Think acoustic Americana with Brazilian bossa nova. Drink a caipirinha, and enjoy the sounds that originated in warmer climates." - The L Magazine

“Jazzy singer-songwriter Avi Wisnia has a Ben Folds-y way of weaving stories into his piano-driven songs." - Time Out New York

“Completely Refreshing... Lyrically brilliant… If Wisnia’s sampling of lush, complex songs are any indication of what’s to come, listeners will be waiting eagerly for more." - Alyssa Rashbaum (music critic for SPIN, VIBE, and Rebel Spirit Music)

"Philly native Avi Wisnia plays his own compositions reminiscent of a Brazilian Bossa Nova. Add in his soothing vocals and poetic lyrics and you’ve got something you’ve never heard before." - Helen Leicht (88.5 WXPN)

“Clever songs, interesting vocals, hooky melodies!" - Indie-Music.com (Editor's Pick

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Widad
"Widad weaves folk, rock, rhythm and mysticism into a mixed up cup of spicy tea; a raspy voice that is sometime sweet as bubblegum & sometimes moody, growls thrown in for good measure, a big scoop of longing and pop sensible, Nashville songwriting. 'One hallmark of good songs is that they not only stand up to repeat listening, but that the listener finds something fresh, exciting or inspirational with each new hearing, and Widad's songs have that very magical quality.' -Butch Kara - KZGM - Pacifica Radio
http://www.WidadMusic.com