Alexander Turnquist is a Kingston, New York-based multi-instrumentalist and composer most known for his use of the twelve-string acoustic guitar as a driving force in his songwriting. His music expresses longing and fulfillment, weaving together melodies into musical landscapes.

75 Dollar Bill is a musical duo based out of New York featuring Che Chen on guitar and Rick Brown on drums. Their music blends various forms of improvisational music with hints of jazz and psychedelia. Their 2019 album, I Was Real, received high praise and was named the number one album of the year by The Wire.

Free. Rain moves the performance to the auditorium, located in the Manton Research Center. For accessibility questions, call 413 458 0524. This program is presented in collaboration with Belltower Records, North Adams, Massachusetts.