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Amy Dixon-Kolar

About Me

"Amy Dixon-Kolar gives us lovely songs. Most are original, some are traditional; but each is her own, fresh and musical and artful. Her music touches us and quietly calls us to celebrate living; to reflect again on our humanity and on our community." Mark Dvorak/Singer-Songwriter, instructor – Old Town School of Folk Music
“The feeling of lullaby and wonder fill her gorgeous vibrato. Listening to Amy Dixon-Kolar reminds us of why we need music in our lives. Go to one of her gigs, and be mesmerized by her beautiful writing and stirring voice – you won’t be disappointed.” Sue Demel/Sons of the Never Wrong
"Amy's music is filled with all the best elements of the folk music tradition: superb musicianship, memorable melodies, and thoughtful songs about real people sung from the heart." – Steve Dawson, Kernel Music Emporium
"Amy’s music is as pure and honest as she is herself." – John Abbey, New Soup Recording
"Amy is an excellent guitarist, and her music will stir your soul." Motes Music Network
"What a gift you have - like bread on the waters, it affects many even after you've moved along the shore." - Ann, Evanston, IL
“Amy is one of the most popular artists on ezFolk, not only because of her beautiful vocals and talent as a guitarist, but also because of the encouragement and inspiration she gives to the other ezFolk artists.” Richard Hefner/musician and owner – ezFolk.com
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NEW CD - "NOW IT'S TIME" is now available. Head over to my website: www.amydixonkolar.com to order your copy.
"I received your CD today. It's brilliant!!! I love the way it just takes you here, then there, then back again, both emotionally and musically. Your voice brought such a feeling of contentment over me and the harmonies, oh those harmonies! The instrument work is spot on and the recording quality lovely, so rich and warm. It immediately found it's way to the top shelf of my CD rack. When is the next?" - Ed Saultz
“Your CD is so good. I really enjoy how you set a mood and take the listener away.” Lilli Kuzma, WDCB Folk Festival
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New Video: Rosa Sat - a Song for Barack Obama

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My Interests

Music:

Member Since: 9/20/2006
Band Website: http://amydixonkolar.com
Influences: Joni Mitchell, Dougie MacLean, Holly Near, Mark Dvorak, Jennifer Armstrong, Steve Goodman, The Weavers, my Dad's jazz collection, Joan Baez, Sons of the Never Wrong, Steeleye Span, Mr. Anderson (my high school choir director), Pete Seeger, Judy Collins, Jim Malcolm, Bruce Cockburn, and the great folks down at Old Town School!
Record Label: Unsigned

My Blog

Rosa Sat - new song

Ever since before the election, I've been seeing this quote. It's stated somewhat differently each time I've seen it, but basically it goes:Rosa sat so Martin could walkMartin walked so Barack could ...
Posted by on Mon, 01 Dec 2008 20:17:00 GMT

Check out this event: Art Against War @ the Heartland Cafe

Hosted By: Amy Dixon-Kolar When: Friday Nov 21, 2008 at 9:00 PMWhere Heartland Cafe7000 N. Glenwood Ave.Chicago, IL 60626United StatesDescription:Amy Dixon-Kolar Click Here To View Event
Posted by on Tue, 18 Nov 2008 08:09:00 GMT

A full cup

A woman I know died suddenly last week. She was a former student of mine, and she wasn't that much older than me, maybe ten years. I'm saddened by her death, and thoughtful of her life and my own. ...
Posted by on Mon, 08 Sep 2008 07:21:00 GMT

Chicago Acoustic Underground interview on-line now

I'm honored to have been interviewed by Michael Teach for Chicago Acoustic Underground. The interview has just been put on-line and I invite you all head on over to http://chicagoacoustic.net/podcast...
Posted by on Wed, 13 Aug 2008 16:13:00 GMT

Wild Mountain Thyme

A new version of one of my favorite traditional songs. I am honored to have recorded this song with the fantastic Jennifer Armstrong. I can't say enough about her or her music and storytelling. Go ...
Posted by on Thu, 29 May 2008 05:44:00 GMT

SOAW - Entertaining Angels Unaware

I have been thinking a lot about two phrases for the past three days."Whatsoever you do to the least of my brethren, you do unto me." (Matthew 25:40)"Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for ther...
Posted by on Tue, 20 Nov 2007 20:23:00 GMT

Feeling the music - my take

A friend and I were out listening to the Don Stiernberg Trio. Jazz, Swing, Bluegrass, Folk, Reggae  they played it all. And more. We were sitting in the back, being absolutely blown away by their ...
Posted by on Mon, 29 Oct 2007 17:27:00 GMT

Dancing in the Seats

This morning in the New York Times there was a great op ed piece about listening to music and why we feel the need to move. I can rarely sit still when I listen to music. I want to sway, tap my feet...
Posted by on Fri, 26 Oct 2007 12:49:00 GMT

School of the Americas Watch Rally and Vigil - AGAIN!

It's sad to say, but I am heading back again this year. This blog is almost the same as the one I wrote last year at this time, but the school is still there, so we'll be there again too - until it's...
Posted by on Sun, 29 Oct 2006 17:22:00 GMT