Songs of Grief & Gratitude - An intimate concert with Paul Godwin & Friends

Myrtle Tree Arts presents a concert by Paul Godwin & Friends, offering a powerful exploration of grief, gratitude and resilience through music. This intimate performance will feature Godwin’s original songs, written from his personal journey but resonating deeply with anyone who has faced loss. In addition to his original compositions, Godwin will perform his own renditions of iconic songs by Bob Dylan, Tom Waits, Joanna Newsom, Leonard Cohen, and Elton John. Joining him on stage will be a talented ensemble of local and Bay Area musicians, including Velvy Appleton, guitar; Annette Dunklin, cello; Bea Sak, percussion/vocals; Paul Zeiff, saxophone. The evening promises to be a deeply moving and transformative experience for all.

About Paul Godwin
An award-winning composer and performer known for his authentic sound and emotionally powerful performances. He is the founder of The Sippy Cups, Dogon, Main Street Collective and Eternal Return. He has composed scores for Berkeley Repertory Theatre including Tony Kushner’s “Homebody/Kabul” for which he garnered the Bay Area Critics Circle Best Composer Award. He is a graduate of Berklee College of Music and founder of Music Together of San Francisco. He has performed internationally including at venues such as Lollapalooza, Austin City Limits, SF Giants Ballpark and House of Blues nationwide.

About Myrtle Tree Arts (myrtletreearts.com)

Focused on the intersection of the arts, nature, and community, Myrtle Tree Arts is an artist collaborative founded in 2022 with the mission to develop and present new creative works and performances in the Sierra Foothills, CA, and beyond.

Parking is very limited, please carpool if possible. Refreshments available.

Host or Publisher Jack Russell Farm Brewery & Myrtle Tree Arts