Christopher Bohn--guitar, vox, etc.
Alex Keller--cello, accordion
Gary Lebiedzinski--drums
Jonathan Jennings--bass
Influences
Leonard Cohen, Sam Beam, Radiohead, Nick Drake, Fairport Convention, Pentangle, Michael Hedges, Philip Glass, Wilco, Ry Cooder, Van Morrison, Nina Simone, Sunny Day Real Estate, Jeff Buckley...
The god of dirt
came up to me many times and said
so many wise and delectable things, I lay
on the grass listening
to his dog voice,
crow voice,
frog voice; now,
he said, and now,
and never once mentioned forever,
-from "One or Two Things" Mary Oliver
Christopher has been making music since his adolescence. A young fascination with punk rock and grunge propelled him onto the stage at 15 with his bands Fanboys and Side Project. His taste for punk rock was quickly overtaken by a love and resonance with jazz (particularly the deep spirituality of John Coltrane), modern classical music (such as Philip Glass and Stravinsky), and the experimental rock of Radiohead.
Over the years, the melodies and simple chords of folk music have threaded their way through his songs. All of these influences have been wrapped up into a modern Americana.
In addition to being a singer-songwriter, Christopher also performs and composes instrumental fingerstyle guitar music, drawing from the worlds of classical guitar and American folk music.
Christopher is also co-director of the St. Francis University Universe of Song, where he teaches songwriting.
www.universeofsong.com
You too friend, sorry I left mid-Bohn-set, but we'll meet again and most likely play again. Thanks for the opportunity, and the compliment...take care.
Been too long brother... Looking forward to seeing everyone at the UoS... Nice profile pic.... How's Kate doing? Give her my best... See you all soon....
Hi Christopher Bohn ... inviting you to watch our new Shaman Strings videos (youtube shamanstrings has in HD) or listen to new tracks. Soul Peace to all on the path ;= )
PS “Perfect Lessons” (about experience, pain, knowledge, and wisdom) is our latest video.
Hi Christopher Bohn ... inviting you to watch our new Shaman Strings videos or listen to new tracks. Please tell us what you think about our new music. Soul Peace to all on the path ;= )
PS just uploaded 2 videos "Drink from the Cup (of Life)” and “Perfect Lessons”
Heyhey, we are coming back to philly to rock this Sunday in the Prog Rock Series at NorthStar Bar... We start at 8pm Sharp. With Mandrake Project and Imbala. This will be our first show in philly with our new cd!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! hope to see you there
Likewise Chris, thanks. That Tin Angel show was awesome. I'll get out to another one of your shows before the summers out for sure. I know I'll run into you before then either way. And I'll definitely keep you guys in mind for any shows I may put together in the next couple months.
Hey Chris, what's happening brother? Thank you for playing Friday! You guys sounded amazing! Everyone I talked was blown away! We should absolutely play another soon. I had a blast! Peace, --Jared
Besides when I grow up I want to be just like you. ....lol..."Truth and Salinity" grains of salt Bring a bag of salt and I'll give you any advice you want
Hi Christopher Bohn ... I just put up our new Shaman Strings Live Video 'Cave of Graves’ … everybody trying to see something new from those tombs. See it the video on our page or at youtube.com/shamanstrings LET US KNOW what you think ;-)
Likewise, I really enjoy your music. And if you're ever down here give me a call. I don't know if your band gigs around, but Asheville has a pretty cool scene for the small city it is.