FLORENCE-For one night, the Shoals will come together to celebrate the talents of some of the most inspiring women in music. On Thursday, November 7 at 7:30 P.M., seven accomplished ladies will perform on stage in Florence High School’s Performance Center for a “Celebration of Women in Music”. This concert is a benefit for Safeplace of Northwest Alabama and The Florence Academy of Fine Arts (FAFA).
Those who will take the stage during the celebration include:
Kim Tibbs, a recording artist with #1 Hits on the Official UK Soul Charts and Huntsville, AL native. Tibbs has also recorded many of her hit songs at FAME Recording Studios in Muscle Shoals.
Kaz Hawkins, an award-winning blues and soul singer-songwriter from Northern Ireland. An advocate to aid mental health awareness, Hawkins has spent decades touring Europe and the U.S. entertaining crowds with her unique soulful sound.
Savannah Rae, an American singer-songwriter who is more than just your typical teen trying to break onto the music scene. A native Texan, Savannah Rae is diverse in her talents, and supports all genres of music.
Natalie Robertson, a rising musician and current Florence High School student from Hamilton, AL. Robertson has been writing and performing her own music since the age of 12.
Bailey White, a Florence Academy of Fine Arts graduate, is a singer-songwriter who has developed an expressive style that’s a modern take on the classic Muscle Shoals sound.
Cindy Walker and Marie Lewey have brought soulful vocals to many notable recordings birthed in Northwest Alabama and Nashville. Some of their credits include working with Alicia Keys, Gregg Allman, Demi Lovato, Clarence Carter and Percy Sledge.
Tickets for the concert may be purchased in advance at a cost of $5 for students and $10 for adults by contacting FAFA Director Jerry Foster at jfoster@florencek12.org. Tickets will also be available the night of the concert at the ticket booth for $15.
Media Release/Carter Watkins/Communications Coordinator/Florence City Schools
