GAELYNN LEA
Musician & Public Speaker
“Velvet Underground meets Little House on the Prairie.”
Gaelynn Lea won NPR Music’s Tiny Desk Contest in 2016, and she’s been on the road ever since playing her unique mix of haunting original songs and traditional fiddle tunes. So far the singer-songwriter and violinist has appeared in 43 states and 7 countries – she’s graced the stage of renowned venues like Nashville’s Music City Roots, The Kennedy Center and House of Blues Chicago.
In addition to performing and recording, Gaelynn also does speaking engagements about disability rights, finding inner freedom, and accessibility in the arts. In recent years, she has used her music as a platform to advocate for people with disabilities and to promote positive social change. So far she’s been able to share her perspective on PBS NewsHour, BBC World News, The Moth Radio Hour, and through two widely-viewed TEDx Talks. Gaelynn is currently working on a memoir about her touring adventures and disability advocacy that she plans to release in 2022.
NEXT LIVE-STREAM CONCERT: JULY 5, 2020 at 2PM CDT:
TIP JAR FOR THE ARTIST:
Due to the Coronavirus, Gaelynn Lea will not be able to tour for the next several months. So instead, she has decided to hold virtual concerts online at least once a week until she can get back on the road… These shows will feature improvisational live-looped violin, original tunes, and occasional remote guests! She hopes you can join her for some fun & relaxing virtual performances! Any tips you’re able to send her way are very much appreciated… But ONLY if you are able to afford it! We’re all in this together, so make sure you’re taking care of yourself, your family & your community first & foremost. If you’d like to support Gaelynn’s work on a monthly basis, consider joining her Patreon Team. Sending you light & love in these unusual times!
Watch all of Gaelynn Lea’s previous live-stream concerts at this YouTube Playlist!
ALBUMS
Classically trained violinist and songwriter Gaelynn Lea has been bewitching scores of fans with her haunting original songs and experimental takes on traditional fiddle music; her approach incorporates live looping, thoughtful lyrics and sonic exploration. Gaelynn has released three full-length solo albums to date…
PUBLIC SPEAKING
Gaelynn is passionate about disability education and awareness-building through public speaking engagements. She gives informative, entertaining and thought-provoking presentations on a number of topics, including disability rights, accessibility in the arts, finding inner freedom and living an enriching life. So far Gaelynn has been able…
PATREON
Thank you to the generous folks who have joined Gaelynn’s team on Patreon! Their monthly donations are making it possible for her to create new music, hire a team of assistants, and WRITE HER FIRST BOOK! Gaelynn is currently crafting a memoir about her…
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