Guitarists gather for Joy of Strings

Guitarists gather for Joy of Strings

Five different musicians will play their way

Five musicians will celebrate six-string instruments.

The Joy of Strings will feature Mark Heard, Laura and Abigail Zahasky, Ward Ward and Dan Hopson playing guitar in a way unique to each player. The event starts at 7 p.m. Wednesday at Gold Town Nickelodeon, 171 Shattuck Way Suite 109.

Phil Paramore, a KRNN DJ will host, and sound will be by Betsy Sims and Studio A.

The concert will be recorded for later broadcast.

Tickets are available online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-joy-of-strings-tickets-50422409785?aff=affiliate1. They cost $10.

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