Singer- Songwriter Nicole Witt

Issue: August - 2022

Get ready to tap your toes and sway to the music of singer/ song writer Nicole Witt on Wednesday, August17, during the live Orchard Sessions concert series atThe Farm at Old Edwards.A celebrated part of the Nashville music scene, Witt hasreceived national acclaim in the country, bluegrass andChristian music genres – writing songs for artists includingKenny Rogers, George Strait, Lauren Alaina, Rodney Atkins,and Ellie Holcomb.There’s something striking about Witt when she’s on stage – herforceful empathetic playing extends well beyond the precinctsof country music to encompass the likes of Adele, Patty Griffin,and Tricia Yearwood. Whether behind the piano or upfront witha guitar or fiddle, her tender phrasing conveys a rare level ofemotion and sincerity. As one writer described, “When Nicolepicks up the fiddle, the crowd can be prepared for fun. Likethe sound of wheels on a smooth train track, she slides througheach song without missing a beat.”More than just a gorgeous voice, its Witt’s interpretation ofeach song that connects her to her audience. It’s a sound thatinspires a range of feelings; a reaction she attributes to her songwriting techniques. “I try and write down what I know. I listenand study the iconic writers and artists that came before me. Irespect the craft and realize there is a whole lot more going onthan just writing a song.”Her music comes from the soul and her musical upbringing; fromher father, a square dancer on the famedOzark Jubileetelevisionprogram, and from her grandparents, bluegrass musicians.Atsix-years-old she was playing the piano and by eight years of ageshe had grabbed the fiddle. Giving credence to the teachings ofher grandparents, she received the International Bluegrass Songof the Year Award in 2011 and in 2014she was nominated by theGospel Music Association for Country Song of the Year.She has spent the last 10 years writing and touring, buildingher career as an artist and songwriter. In the last three yearsshe’s toured the country, performing over 200 dates openingfor Kenny Chesney, Old Dominion, Trace Adkins, BillyCurrington, and the Bacon Bros.Her newest artistic initiativeis a collaborative effort titledSix One Five Collective– thecre-ative brainstorm of Michael Logen, Nicole Witt, Sarah Darlingand Shelly Fairchild – four artists that are steeped in themusical mix of Country, Americana, Folk, and Pop.As is well known to Plateau music lovers, the Orchard Sessionsare a rare opportunity to connect simultaneously and virally tonature and a performing artist.The show begins at 6:00 P.M. andconcludes around sunset at 8:00 P.M. There is a $40 cover chargefor the public. Every ticket includes light bites and a cash bar.