from the tour diary...Friday, September 30, 2005

hiya!
I'm gearing up to go into the studio, planning arrangements, finding
musicians, planning studio time, practicing. I am really really excited
for this next album, Ravengirl. I am excited to be working with one of my
all-time favorite songwriter's favorite engineers, Steve Rizzo, at his
gorgeous studio in Portsmouth RI. You can hear samples from the Ravendemos
on the recordings page, just give 'em some time to load. And I'll keep
you posted on my progress on the album...

Meanwhile, I'm teaching a lot and loving directing the chorus
WomanSpiritRising and playing various gigs and booking various others.
Next one is in Providence on October 7th. Then I'm off to NC to play
again at the Tori Tribute and RAINN benefit. I've been practicing Black
Dove (January), Professional Widow, and Happy Phantom like mad. Then I'll
play an originals show before heading back home. My trio is having its
Massachusetts debut on October 26th and then WomanSpiritRising is playing
a fabulous hurricane fundraiser on the 27th. So October looks fun and
busy!

Star Island was AMAZING. I had time to reflect on two years since
Littlebird's death. I had time to soak in the spirit of the island and
resolve to go there every summer. I met so many kindhearted and talented
poets and songwriters. We shared our work and inspiried each other. I
saw all the sunsets and sunrises. It was truly painful to leave.

I love autumn! Are you going apple picking? I sure hope so!

blesses,
kristi


--
avant-soul piano diva
"a fine musician...incomparable!" -- Utah Phillips

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