World Music | June 23 | Music on the Beach | Kings Beach
After studying creative writing, African drumming and folklore in San Francisco, Peter Joseph Burtt sought out cultures that keep oral histories alive with rhythm, music and the spoken word. On learning of the melodious poetry of the Shona people, he travelled first to Zimbabwe, then Ghana and The Gambia, lingering in each place, living and moving within the society as he expanded his musical vision. His words now tell a story as he plays traditional instruments including the lute-like kora and the mbira or thumb piano.
Burtt releases his fourth LP in 10 years, “Blind Horse Moon,” this summer. It’s a swirling montage of electric guitar, polyrhythmic percussion and passionate lyricism that takes the listener on journey into his lived experience — a master work from one of Tahoe’s most creative and talented musical artists. Tahoe Weekly is a sponsor. | northtahoebusiness.org
