Their music has been termed "Cowboy Victoriana," "Folk-Noir," and "Bohemian Folk-rock." With intricate arrangements that move from rousing and footstompin' to thoughtful and dreamy, Spellbinder Orchestra aims to enchant in an age of disenchantment. Featuring a variety of instruments such as ukulele, accordion, cello and upright bass, their live shows are engaging with a touch of the theatrical.
Born in the bay area, California, and now a bicoastal collective based primarily around Woodstock, NY, the group blends original folk music with elements of classical, cabaret, eastern European and rock. A sprinkling of high octane vintage covers may suddenly interrupt your astral reverie and make you reach for fire water and dancing shoes. Highlight performances include O+, The Rip Van Winkle Beverage & Brew Fest, The Edwardian Ball in San Francisco, SXSW, and Bearsville's OctoberFest.
With a background in social work and therapy, bandleader Alzara Getz finds inspiration in how people heal, or don't. Lyrics often flow from the uncensored mythical realm of the human psyche, or languish in the modern wasteland with a touch of poetry and whimsy. She is the daughter of rock drummer Dave Getz, original drummer of Big Brother & The Holding Co. (Janis Joplin) and Nancy Baysinger, one of the first female recording engineers in the San Francisco bay area.
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Location: Ulster County, NY
Website: spellbinderorchestra.com
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Phone: (415) 568-0204
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Spellbinder at Red Barn House Concert
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