Virtual Spring Into the Arts
Virtual Spring Into the Arts
The Town of Wendell's Spring Into the Arts brings visual and performing arts to the community each year through musical performances, artist demonstrations and fun for the whole family! While this years event is virtual, the Town is excited to bring you a variety of performances, including:
-A timelapse video of Wendell's newest mural, "Lewa" at Kuja Studios in downtown Wendell, by artist Aurelis Lugo.
-Musical performances by The Phoebes Band, Zensofly and Counterclockwise String Band.
-A drawing demonstration by Mrs. Wendy York, teacher at Wendell Elementary School
Please take a moment to answer the questions below, and enjoy each video as we celebrate Spring Into the Arts!
Spring Into the Arts is supported by the United Arts Council of Raleigh and Wake County.
Aurelis Lugo is an Artrist and Art Educator from Ponce, Puerto Rico who specializes in muralism and paintings. She currently lives in Fayetteville, NC and painted this mural titled, "Lewa" at Kuja Studios in Wendell, NC.
When asked about the mural, Lugo states, "Lewa means Beautiful and is a word of Kenyan origin. With this mural, we are celebrating our Afro Caribbean heritage. Lewa has beautiful bright colors that symbolize the Caribbean culture, in particular our Puerto Rican heritage. She has a flowy blouse that represents our Caribbean sea and how blessed we are with the beauty of our island. Lewa is the representation of our Afro Caribbean pride!"
Contact: lugoaurelis@gmail.com
IG: @aurelislugo24
"The Phoebes Band (RTP, NC) were launched into the spotlight by Kingfish reposting their cover of his 2019 Grammy-nominated version of the classic, 'Hey Joe.' The Phoebes Band are one of the newest bands in the Southeast. Performing the perfect mix of Rock & Blues, they always represent." -The Piedmont Blues Organization
Vocals Rhythm Guitar: Acisse Jay
Vocals: April Renée
Drums: Nikki Benton
Lead Guitar: Megan Maloney
Bass: Edwin Peters
FB: The Phoebes Band
IG: @thephoebesband
YouTube: The Phoebes Band
Website: www.thephoebesband.com
Zensofly is a Raleigh-based rapper, DJ, radio personality and producer performing in Durham and the Triangle area. She performed her latest, "24.5" at Kuja Studios in Wendell, NC among other songs, "Sky is the Limit" and "Getting Started."
Vocals: ZenSoFly
Bass Guitar: Jay'Vin Finch
Keys: Drozart
Guitar: Nemo Miller
Drums: Chris Farrar
Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/zensofly
FB: HiZensofly
IG: @ZenSoFly
Twitter: @ZenSoFly
YouTube: Zensofly
Counterclockwise String Band brings their unique blend of traditional and contemporary bluegrass to central North Carolina and surrounding area. The acoustic four-piece has been performing for over four years and has become an area favorite. Consisting of banjo, guitar, mandolin and bass, their sound features tight harmonies and thoughtful musicianship.
Counterclockwise String Band played several bluegrass songs at Kuja Studios for the Town of Wendell's Virtual Spring into the Arts event. They played "Steam-powered Aeroplane," "Ain't No Ash Will Burn," "Cherokee Shuffle" and "Blue Ridge Cabin Home."
Guitar: Alan Barnosky
Banjo: Michael Malek
Bass: Palmyra Romeo
Mandolin: Robert Thornhill
Website: https://counterclockwisestringband.com/home
Mrs. Wendy York is a teacher at Wendell Elementary School. Here, she teaches kids how to draw a bird's nest!