BEN COOK-FELTZ's 4TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY SHINDIG!

The Cedar Presents

BEN COOK-FELTZ's 4TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY SHINDIG!

Sunday, December 8, 2024/ Doors: 1:30 PM / Show: 2:00 PM

All Ages

Seated

$15 Advance, $20 Day of Show

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Celebrated singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Ben Cook-Feltz hosts his 4th annual Holiday Shindig, a family-friendly event (and special Sunday matinee) featuring seasonal classics, fun covers and songs from his 2020 album Merry BCF-ing Christmas!In addition to Cook-Feltz and his all-star band (featuring members of Turn Turn Turn, the Wild Colonial Bhoys and Sarah Morris and the Sometimes Guys), there will be appearances by Americana favorite Haley E Rydell, Irish folk/rocker Leslie Rich and harpist/singer/songwriter Nikki Lemire, as well as other surprise guests,As a 30+ year survivor of sarcoma cancer, Ben is pleased to donate 100% of the event’s proceeds to Rein In Sarcoma, a nonprofit offering support and resources to those affected by sarcoma cancers.

Described by Iowa Public Radio as "Paul Simon singing songs about broken hearts and pants," Ben Cook-Feltz is a singer, songwriter, drummer and self-taught pianist. Combining observational, sometimes quirky lyrics with melodies that hearken back to the classic sounds of the 60′s and 70′s, he has been entertaining audiences throughout the Midwest as a dynamic performer, whether playing solo, with his crackerjack band, or backing up some of the finest regional talent (Mother Banjo, Haley E Rydell, Jaspar Lepak). His most recent record, the deeply personal and introspective Trucks, was released in October 2023. A forthcoming song-for-song cover of Harry Nilsson’s Son of Schmillson will be released in the Summer of 2024.

To learn more about Ben Cook-Feltz :

• Visit his website here

Haley E Rydell

Haley E Rydell is a singer/songwriter/multi-instrumentalist originally from Fargo, ND whose memorable melodies and honest lyrics have been making their way across the country. Rydell has been performing for nearly 20 years in a plethora of projects, most recently Ryan Necci & the Buffalo Gospel and The Lowland Lakers. Although best known for her top-notch fiddle playing and her Christine McVie-esque harmonies, the Minneapolis-based artist has been quietly making a name for herself as a first-rate songwriter. Her work has been called “Absolutely gorgeous, like Patty Griffin sitting in with The Weepies” (Denver Westword). She released her acclaimed solo record, Midwestern Daughter in March 2023.

To learn more about Haley E Rydell :

• Visit her website here

Leslie Rich

Leslie Rich grew up in Northern Ireland, listening to a mix of indie rock, acoustic songwriters and traditional Celtic music. Inspired by artists like Luka Bloom and Throwing Muses, Leslie became the principal songwriter, singer and guitarist for bands such as Emily Ryder, A Little Of The Ready and the Celtic folk band Hounds of Finn. He founded the Rocket Soul Choir in 1994, mainly as an acoustic response to the heavy, guitar-driven, Irish bands cropping up at that time. The band has released four albums, including the 2016 EP Kidder's Son, which received high praise on both sides of the pond, and their most recent album, The Butcher Boy. When not making music, Leslie loves to bake and cook and claims his best songs have come from picking up a guitar while waiting on a cheesecake to come out of the oven.

To learn more about Leslie Rich :

• Visit his website here

Nikki Lemire

Nikki Lemire spins her life around her music, making space to perform in multiple fields and genres. Employing modern harp techniques, loop and electric pedals, her songs sit somewhere between the old folk bedrock of Joan Baez, the musical innovation of Joni Mitchell, and the influential pop stylings of Billie Eilish and Taylor Swift. She has earned accolades from fans and critics alike, setting the stage for the release of her highly anticipated solo debut single “Mend It” and subsequent single “Little”. Furthermore, her song “Let the Rain Come In” wowed audiences and secured second-place at the Duluth Dylan Fest 2023 Songwriting Competition, solidifying her place as a promising artist in the industry.

To learn more about Nikki Lemire :

• Visit her Instagram page here

Rein In Sarcoma is a resource for patients and families touched by sarcomas, an uncommon and often misdiagnosed group of bone and soft tissue cancers that strike children and adults alike. They are a nationally-known sarcoma foundation, providing support to patients and loved ones all across the world. Founded in Minnesota in 2001, RIS has funded over $2 million in innovative, collaborative and high-impact research and education initiatives at top medical research institutions such as Mayo Clinic, the University of Minnesota, and Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota. Their three-pronged mission: educating the public and medical community about sarcomas, supporting sarcoma patients and their loved ones, and funding research directed toward developing new treatments and finding a cure for sarcoma cancers.

To learn more about Rein In Sarcoma :

• Visit their Instagram page here

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