Chris Webster and Nina Gerber play a gig on the North Coast

On February 28 I was privileged to see a wonderful and intimate concert with Chris Webster and Nina Gerber, along with their friends Ray and Kathy Elzey of Gardenia Azul. They happy crowd who were lucky enough to see these folks got a real treat, as Chris's beautiful voice and Nina's incredible guitar playing meshed like pieces of an intricate puzzle, making music that was lovely, poignant, and at times funny. The pedal steel guitar playing of Ray and the harmonies and ukelele strumming of Kathy joined in at times to add a tasty seasoning to this auditory stew.

Nina Gerber and Chris Webster

Nina with an assist on the fingering from a delighted Chris.

Chris proves washboards aren't just for laundry anymore!

Nina, Chris, Ray, and Kathy

Nina's pooch Tootsie Roll accompanies on dog bed.

Chris holds forth on guitar and sweet vocals.

Ray and Kathy share a moment.

It was all utterly wonderful. If you have the chance to see any of these fine performers, grab it. And please, visit their web sites and check out their music. They are not hit makers, but they are true artists, and they deserve the attention of all serious music lovers.