Come see Native American violinist Arvel Bird perform with the band One Nation!

The Booth Western Art Museum will host famed Native American violinist Arvel Bird with the band One Nation as well as traditional Native American dancers, November 16 at 7:00 p.m. at the Grand Theatre in downtown Cartersville. Drawing on his mixed heritage, Arvel uses lively Celtic fiddle tunes to honor his Scottish ancestry, creating a truly multi-cultural experience for all audiences. Tickets are $12 for Booth members, $15 for non-members and $10 for students.

Bird, raised in Utah and Arizona, began his 11 years of classical violin training when he was nine years old. He attended Arizona State University and the University of Illinois-Champaign/Urbana where he learned to compose and improvise, learning to play bluegrass, Celtic, folk, country and old-time music.

He is undoubtedly the best-known Native American violinist touring today and was named Artist of the Year at the 2007 Native American Music Awards. Bird has shared the stage with other big names in mainstream music such as the Gatlin Brothers, Shenandoah, and Highway 101. For many years, Bird toured with Glen Campbell, Louise Mandrell, Tom T. Hall, Loretta Lynn and other. Today, he regularly tours the country with drummer John LoneEagle and the band One Nation, all of whom will be part of his show.

The One Nation Band includes the traditional Native American percussionist, John LoneEagle, popular Omaha guitarist, Vlasis, and keyboardist / vocalist Chris James. Together, One Nation creates music that reflects their multi-cultural background: Native American, Scottish, Greek, and Irish.

The show will also feature a four-member traditional Native American dance troupe that includes Bronson Haywahe, Georgena Haywahe, Mike Ziegler, and Jackie Ross. Dressed in traditional regalia, the group will be interpreting traditional dances to contemporary music.

To reserve tickets, call the Booth Museum at 770-387-1300.

**Make sure to check out Arvel Bird's November 15 interview with Wes Sarginson at the Booth on the 11 Alive News Web site: http://www.11alive.com/news/local/wes_side/