December Shows: Marian Call and Har$ at Amalga Distillery

Photo L: Marian Call photographed by Brian Adams, baphotos.com. Photo R: Harmony Laboca aka Har$, photographed by Joshua Laboca.

Holiday Concerts:
Saturday, December 6th in Juneau
Friday, December 12th in Anchorage

Juneau – Tickets are available now for a cozy 2pm-4pm afternoon holiday show, Put Some Glitter on it, at Amalga Distillery in downtown Juneau. Marian is joined by young local songwriting and guitar sensation Harmony Laboca, aka Har$, or Strumbelievable on Youtube.

Kelsey Riker and Cate Ross will support with harmonies, percussion, and humor. This will be an afternoon concert with smiles, laughs, singalongs, and holiday music like you’ve never heard it before — old, new, mostly original, truly rare. Be prepared to sing along.

Tickets are $25-45 plus tax (fees included), venue is 21+. Doors at 1:15pm, music at 2pm.

TICKETS FOR 12/6 IN JUNEAU

Anchorage – On Friday, Dec. 12th, join Marian for an intimate holiday house concert in the Abbott Loop area. Marian will share new tunes, Christmastime originals, and some annual favorites from her “Holiday Music For People Who Hate Holiday Music” repertoire.

Reserve a seat and receive the address by filling out this form — limited space available.

There are some stairs at this private venue, so it may not be ideal for all attendees.

RSVP FOR 12/12 IN ANCHORAGE

A Recipe in Song for Worldbuilders

In support of the Worldbuilders campaign for Heifer International, Marian presents the perfect recipe for a winter feast that feeds a household of one or two: Cornish game hens and roasted roots.

So make a donation to the Worldbuilders campaign, and cook along (or sing along) with Marian! What’s that? You want a written recipe? It’s right here.

Glitter, Dammit

A very different kind of carol for Christmas: Put some glitter on it, dammit.

Honest, intense, funny, a little dark, and most of all — sparkly.

Fall Concerts

Welcome to autumn, the season for late flowers, turning leaves, fat bears, and Marian Call concerts. Several upcoming appearances in Juneau, in Anchorage, and online!

  • Saturday, Oct. 25th in Anchorage – A feature solo concert in Anchorage for the first time in years! All ages welcome at the The Writer’s Block Bookstore & Café in Spenard, 6pm-8pm, pay-as-you-can ($15-ish recommended).
  • Friday, Nov. 7th in Juneau with Emily Anderson – House concert shared with beloved Fairbanks songwriter Emily Anderson. 7-9pm, all ages. RSVP at this link; space is limited.
  • Saturday, Nov. 8th in Juneau with Emily Anderson @ Spice Cafe & Gallery — a feature dinner theatre-style concert at Spice, with the traditional full Indian menu available to order. 6-8pm, all ages, $10-20 per head, pay-as-you-can. Plan on a quiet, listening room environment while music is playing. RSVP for your party by calling Spice at 907-586-1036 or emailing nimmy@spicejuneau.com.

For the Public

Every Shoulder to the Boulder

Hi — this is Marian.

I have a little song I’ve been singing a lot lately, in public places. I’ve been thinking about how to release it. After a lot of thinking, I’ve decided this is the way. I’m releasing it into the public domain.

It’s called “The Boulder,” but my friends affectionately refer to it as Heave ho, bitches. I wrote it in 2023. It isn’t long:

Now we all push together 
We might not agree how far
But we all know which direction 
  gets us closer than we are
And we know we’re burnin’ daylight 
  with each second we don’t start
Every shoulder to the boulder, here we go — heave ho!
Every shoulder to the boulder; time to go.
Continue reading →

50th Alaska Folk Festival Appearances

Rashah McChesney, Marian Call, and Taylor Dallas Vidic performing at the Alaskan Bar during the 2019 Alaska Folk Festival

The 50th Annual Alaska Folk Festival

Folk Fest is a time to play with friends, for for the 50th AFF, Marian will be singing in harmony all over town.

Wed. April 9th, 6:30-6:45pm
Centennial Hall Mainstage – with QUEENS

Free, all ages, also livestreaming on KRNN and at AKFolkFest.org. This 10-voice women’s choral ensemble directed by Taylor Dallas Vidic performs heartfelt arrangements as well as one Marian Call original tune, with featured guests Salissa Thole, Liz Snyder, and Amanda Bynes.

Thurs. April 10th, 8:45-9pm
Centennial Hall Mainstage – Marian Call & Friends

Free, all ages, also livestreaming on KRNN and at AKFolkFest.org. Marian performs three new original songs with support from Ariel Svetlik, Kelsey Riker, Sophie Lager, and Cate Ross.

Fri. April 11th, 6:50-7:15pm
Pottery Jungle, Hydrate & Caffeinate – Marian Call & Friends

Free, all ages, donations appreciated. A performance as part of a stellar songwriter lineup in the relaxing garden room at the Pottery Jungle.

Sat. April 12th, 12:00-12:10pm
Gold Town Nickelodeon, AFF Songwriter Showcase

Free, all ages. Marian Call opens and hosts the Alaska Folk Fest Songwriter Showcase, an open mic for original compositions in all genres from 12pm-2pm and 3pm-5pm. more details

Put Some Glitter on it, Dammit

Photo by Brian Adams, baphotos.com

Livestreaming Concert

Holiday Music for People Who Don’t Like Holiday Music

Marian is singing songs for the dark season this Sunday — join and sing along from anywhere in the world! If you can’t listen live, you can rewatch anytime over the next 48 hours.

Buy Tickets Now

Where: Bandcamp.com/mariancall

When: Sunday, December 8th, 2024 at 1pm AKDT / 2pm PDT / 5pm EDT

Tickets are $5+ pay-as-you-can, available now on Bandcamp. Patreon backers and Donors’ Circle members may attend for free by contacting Marian via email or Patreon comment.

Alaska Tour: from Talkeetna to Homer

Marian Call Returns to Parlor in the Round

Upcoming shows in Talkeetna, Wasilla, Anchorage, and Homer with visiting artist Matt the Electrician and great Alaska songwriters! If you’ve never attended Parlor in the Round, it’s like Mountain Stage meets Whose Line is it Anyway — it’s the songwriter Olympics live on stage, and it’s always a thrill. Details below!

Sat. 12/14 — TALKEETNA — Sheldon Community Arts Hangar

Marian Call and Matt the Electrician join Talkeetna’s own Ben Heller for a concert in Talkeetna, hosted by Kevin Worrell. Tickets through the Denali Arts Council.

Wed. 12/18 — WASILLA — Nonna’s Osteria

An intimate, unforgettable songwriter showcase at Nonna’s with Matt the Electrician and Marian Call — dinner and a show with some of the best food in the Valley. Tickets on Eventbrite.

Thurs. 12/19 — ANCHORAGE — Bear Tooth Theatrepub

Seth Boyer, Matt the Electrician, and Marian Call play musical improv games at the Bear Tooth Theatrepub and Grill, hosted by Kevin Worrell. Tickets through the Bear Tooth.

Wed. 12/20 — HOMER — Bunnell Street Arts Center

Homer welcomes Matt the Electrician, Jenny Baker, and Marian Call for a very special event on the Kenai Peninsula. Tickets through Bunnell Street Arts Center.

Live Shows in AK

Live in Anchorage: Sept. 20th at Rage City Vintage

Marian plays live in Anchorage for the first time in a long time. The venue is perfect: Emma Hill’s Spenard Song Circle is a songwriter’s dream. Join Marian, Emma Hill, and Sophia Street for an intimate listening room experience. Tickets available at BrownPaperTickets; details at Spenard Song Circle.

Live in Juneau: Sept 24th at Griz Bar

With the tourist season nearly over, join Marian and friends by the fire on a Tuesday night at Griz Bar downtown. 6-8pm, free. Facebook event here!

Cozy Time Concert – October 20th, 2024

Photo of Marian Call by Sydney Akagi, sydneyakagiphoto.com

Cozy Time Concert

Marian is bringing you some sweet October vibes and harmonies with friends this Sunday. Join from anywhere in the world — and if you can’t listen live, you can rewatch anytime over the next 48 hours.

Buy Tickets Now

Where: Bandcamp.com/mariancall

When: Sunday, October 20th, 2024 at 1pm AKDT / 2pm PDT / 5pm EDT

Tickets are $5+ pay-as-you-can, available now on Bandcamp. Patreon backers and Donors’ Circle members may attend for free by contacting Marian via email or Patreon comment.