Judy Collins and Ari Hest

Jun 8, 2023 at 7:30 PM · Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh, NC Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, Raleigh, NC

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Judy Collins

29 concerts

Judy Collins, born in Seattle, is a versatile folk artist known for her clear voice and interpretive flair. She gained fame with hits like "Both Sides Now" and "Send in the Clowns." Throughout her six-decade career, she has covered songs by artists such as Leonard Cohen and Bob Dylan and penned originals like "My Father." Collins' collaborations include Stephen Stills, who inspired "Suite: Judy Blue Eyes." Her career renaissance saw chart-topping success with Winter Stories in 2019 and her first all-original album in 2022. Her work spans genres from folk-rock to a cappella, earning her lasting acclaim.

Ari Hest

3 concerts

Ari released two indie albums before signing with Columbia Records, touring with Martin Sexton and Suzanne Vega. Known for "52" project, Grammy-nominated Silver Skies Blue, and collaboration with Judy Collins. Co-founder of Bossa Nova band Bluebirds of Paradise. His songs feature in shows like The Path and One Tree Hill.