Jonathan and Jennifer Adams
Montana Skies
MONTANA SKIES
A must see live concert experience: a duo with the full spectrum of an
orchestra crossed with the energy of a rock band. Winners of the Lifestyle Radio
Music Awards for Best New Artist of 2004 and Best Contemporary Acoustic Album of
2005, Jennifer and Jonathan Adams create a “new acoustic” sound with their
pairing of cello, six-string electric cello, Spanish/classical guitar, and steel
string guitar. These astounding musicians delve into music from Pink Floyd and
Rush to Vivaldi, House of the Rising Sun, and Bach, as well as their own award
winning originals that have been featured everywhere from NPR to the Travel
Channel. Using a wide range of effects, Jennifer Adams' blazing electric cello
and Jonathan Adams' guitar wizardry combine to create a sound that is truly
remarkable. Montana Skies has an extensive tour schedule which has taken them
all across the US, Canada and to Asia.
Jonathan and Jennifer met while studying music at the University of Georgia.
Recognizing a kindred spirit in each other's devotion to their music, the desire
to share music together was ignited immediately. The two assumed they would be
performing classical recitals and great works for the cello and guitar; then, in
one trip to the library to select music, their whole world of classical
intentions came crashing down. The discovery: music written for cello and guitar
was as rare as the combination itself -- no great classical works existed. What
resulted from this new musical freedom of expression between the two was the
formation of Montana Skies, and a unique style of music that would garner
instant recognition and praise. Jonathan explains, "The fact that 'ready made'
repertoire is not available for our combination of instruments is really what
pushes us to be more creative with our music. We love composing and arranging,
and appreciate the opportunity to present old favorites, along with newer music,
to our audiences."
Montana Skies' name is taken from one of the first songs Jonathan composed for
the group titled "Montana Skies." The song was written specifically about being
in Montana and the joy of inspiration Jonathan felt from its natural beauty. At
the time of its composition, he and Jennifer were completing their individual
studies of music (he in Montana and she in Italy) and they realized that they
would like to be together. Written during a crucial turning point in their
relationship, the song marked the beginning of the duo's musical collaboration
and their newly found sound.
Montana Skies maintains an active touring schedule. Highlights from their
touring has included: the Seoul Arts Center (2,500 seats) in S. Korea, Great
Falls Civic Auditorium (1,800 seats) in Montana, and the new backstage series at
the Morrison Center in Boise, Idaho. Jonathan's full length instructional book
and CD, "Getting Into Fingerstyle Guitar" was published in 2002 by Mel-Bay
Publications. Additional publications are in-the-works.
For tour schedule, video and more please visit: www.montanaskiesmusic.comCall or Click for
Tickets
865-983-3330 or click here for tickets
You can also stop by the Palace Cafe on Harper Street and pick up your tickets!
The Palace Theater is conveniently located in Downtown Maryville just 17 miles south of Knoxville, TN.
South from Knoxville: Travel 129 South past the airport. Take the right fork and turn left at the first light.
Pass 4 or 5 lights and Take the first right onto Broadway.
The Palace is will be on the right.
Plenty of Free Parking in the city municipal lot.
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