Leo Kotke in Concert Oct 29, 7:00pm (already occurred)

Leo Kottke is best known for his 12-string slide instrumentals and five-finger picking technique.  In 24 years, Kottke has composed scores for film soundtracks, children’s shows, and a symphony; and he has also released over 21 LPs, some of which are reminiscent of folksinger Tom Waits or the more short-winded radio personality and writer Garrison Keillor.

Kottke is known for his self-deprecating, loopy sense of humor and brilliant stage presence. “What happens in the fretboard appears to mirror the sudden ebbs and flows in his thought process,” wrote Billboard’s Jim Bessman, of Kottke’s concert style. “He actually plays guitar like it’s a fishing pole, grinning and grimacing as he verges on losing the catch, then reeling it in just when it looks like its gone for good. $24.50 plus tax and service fee.