august 28 | 6:30–9:30PM | the CHAPEL

Riverbend Centre for the Arts Unplugged @ the Chapel is an acoustic concert series featuring some of the most talented artists in Austin. Proceeds will support Arts within our local community.  

6:30PM – Courtyard mixer with cocktails, wine and light snacks. Artwork available by a local artist.

7:15PM – Doors for seating open

7:30PM – Opening Artist - Kathy Smock

8:15PM - Concert by Amy Speace

Cost: General Admission - $30

Heralded by Rolling Stone, Billboard Magazine and The New York Times and featured on NPR’s “All Things Considered”, Amy Speace was discovered by Judy Collins, who signed her to her record label and has recorded her songs. She’s the 2020 winner of the AMA UK’s International Song of the Year. Her newest record, “The American Dream,” was released October 18th and became the #1 record and the title track was named #1 song in the FAI Radio Charts for its first month out.  As well, Amy graduated with an MFA in poetry in May and is a professor of creative writing at Cumberland University. This summer, she published, “To The Performer: A Singer-Songwriter’s Handbook” based on her 20 years of teaching performance.

Kathy Smock is a talented singer-songwriter originally from Indiana who brings a rich blend of Americana, folk, and rock influences to her music. After honing her craft in New York City, she moved to Austin, Texas in 1998, where she became a part of the city’s vibrant music scene. Her evocative songwriting and soulful voice have been showcased across three acclaimed albums: No One Gets Out, Sweet Nothings, and November Night. Smock’s work is known for its emotional depth, lyrical storytelling, and is intimate and powerful. 

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