From Jay Mankita: Dean is a musical friend who I’ve known for 30 years. I admire him greatly for his guitar skills and songwriting. He even sings some of my tunes, so maybe I’m biased, but what if I am – he’s a fantastic performer!
Dean’s played for us a couple of times over the years, to rave reviews, but if you don’t already know it, this is sure to be an unforgettable evening!
DEAN STEVENS
For decade after decade, Dean Stevens has delighted audiences of all ages throughout the Americas. An exuberant performer of distinctive style and wit, he combines an intricate, self-taught guitar style with a versatile and expressive singing voice. He has established himself as a formidable creator and interpreter of a wide spectrum of songs in English and Spanish. His own material explores a variety of personal and social topics, paints sketches of people and places, celebrates the Earth, and annoys the narrow minded.
Born and raised in Costa Rica, Dean Stevens is a lifelong student of Latin America. He learned Spanish at an early age, and readily absorbed the musical and topical influences of the region. He travels frequently to Central America, and has become known for his humanitarian efforts on behalf of war refugees returning to rebuild their villages..Dean leads frequent trips to villages in El Salvador, and has become an importer of fine coffee from Izotalillo, one of these mountain communities.
He’s got four highly acclaimed recordings to his credit. He’ll have these, and his newest album, Arise, has finally arrived!
Dean’s Site:
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VIDEOS
Dean Stevens – Old Man in his garden
https://www.youtube.com/
Dean Stevens: Let Justice Roll Down
https://www.youtube.com/
Dean Stevens sings I Am A Dolphin (by Jay Mankita)
https://www.youtube.com/
Dean Stevens: Cuida El Agua
https://www.youtube.com/
Dean Stevens: Salmon River
https://www.youtube.com/
Dean Stevens: Love Comes to the Simple Heart
https://www.youtube.com/
Series: First Friday Concerts at Coho
Venue: Great Room at Cherry Hill Cohousing, 120 Pulpit Hill Road in North Amherst.
Doors open at 7 PM, Concert starts at 7:30.
$15-$25 suggested donation
This is a smoke and fragrance-free venue.
Facility is wheelchair accessible