GRASS VALLEY, CA, February 22, 2024 – The Center for the Arts is pleased to present Lolo’s Lounge Featuring Elena Rayo in the Marisa Funk Theater on March 15th, 2024.
Now in her third year of hosting Lolo’s Lounge with local guest artists, Lorraine Gervais is very happy to have Elena Rayo onstage with her. The two singers haven’t performed together onstage in many years and they’re looking forward to this fun and musical adventure! They’ve chosen an array of blues, soul, and jazz tunes from iconic and strong women singers; Bonnie Raitt, Annie Lennox, Dusty Springfield, Heart, Amy Winehouse and Wynonna Judd, to name a few. This show will be backed by the highly talented group of Lolo’s Lounge players who continue to have fun with every new tune— every time– Ray Sayre, Chris and Jon Kelly, Matt Langley, Tim Bulkley, and Charlie Faber. Lorraine is also excited to have singer/songwriter Michelle Amador joining the crew to sing backups and add some general badassery to the stage.
Elena says about the upcoming concert with Lolo’s Lounge:
“I’m so over the moon about being able to perform with some of my favorite musical heroes! Lolo has come up with a beautiful concept for songs and styles I’ve never really sung before. I can’t wait for this opportunity to dive deep into this material, and bring it to life with the help and collaboration of Lolo and her band. I’m also so excited to perform for my first time on the new stage in the refurbished Center for the Arts. I’ve seen a few shows there and just love the sound, visuals, and seating. I hope to see so many of my favorite people there and meet some new friends!”
Elena Rayo is a lifelong musician, with her roots in Wisconsin and over two decades living in Nevada City, California. She studied classical violin from the age of five, played in countless bands through college, and taught herself to play guitar before putting out 5 studio albums and touring the US for several years. After joining forces with fellow musician, and late husband, the legendary Saul Rayo, they played shows worldwide, recorded 5 albums, and built a beautifully vibrant recording studio at their home in the Sierra Foothills called Ancient Wave Studios.
Accompanied by the epic backup band members, Lolo’s Lounge featuring Elena Rayo promises audience-wide cheer, song, and dance in a beautiful Cabaret setting at The Center for the Arts on March 15th, 2024.
WHAT: Lolo’s Lounge Featuring Elena Rayo
WHERE: The Center for the Arts | 314 West Main Street, Grass Valley, CA 95945
WHEN: Friday, March 15th, 2024 | Doors 6 pm | Show 7 pm
TICKETS: $25-55 | https://thecenterforthearts.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket/#/instances/a0F6g00000MQNVcEAP
WEBSITE & INFO:thecenterforthearts.org | (530) 274-8384