A night of Writer's Rounds featuring local songwriters, capped by a performance from contemporary folk singer-songwriter Emily Barnes! Emily Barnes will be the headlining performer at the February 16 Hoot Show: Songwriter Spotlight. The evening will also include an opening act and two Writer's Rounds with three local North Country musicians in each round.

What is a writer's round? Three musicians take the stage together, each taking turns introducing and playing a song they have written. Hear the stories behind the songs with local North Country musicians.

All proceeds from ticket sales will support weekly operations at the Saranac Lake Hootenanny – your weekly free live music event showcasing the incredible musical talent from the North Country.

About Emily Barnes (from emilybarnesmusic.com/welcome):

Emily Barnes is a contemporary folk singer/songwriter whose music breathes life into the characters and stories of everyday people. With a voice that cuts to the bone and lyrics that linger long after the last note, she crafts songs that feel both intimately personal and universally human.

Born and raised in Johnsonburg, New Jersey (a town so small it doesn’t appear on most maps) Barnes began writing songs on the stone steps of her 200 year old house. From those quiet beginnings, she’s built a grassroots following the old-fashioned way: one room, one story, and one listener at a time.

Armed with her acoustic guitar and a raw, haunting voice, Barnes has performed in cities and small towns across the county, captivating audiences and building a grassroots following. Her latest album, Mint Condition, took her on a sold out tour throughout the Northeast and marked her most accomplished work to date.

A recognized talent in the songwriting community, Emily has been a finalist in several major festivals, including the Kerrville Folk Festival, Red Lodge Songwriters Festival, Blast on the Bay, and The Acorn Songwriting Contest.

With four albums under her belt and a growing reputation as a storyteller of uncommon depth, Emily Barnes continues to carve out a space that is wholly her own in the modern folk landscape.