The Dilettantes are a Baltimore, MD acoustic trio playing the songs of Jennifer Agner. Jennifer grew up listening to everything from the Carter Family to Joni Mitchell and the Beatles, and brings a strong sense of storytelling to her music. Her husband, Eric, who plays upright bass on the record, brings a roots and rock sensibility to the ensemble. Guitarist Greg Schlimm has an ear for jazz chord voicings, and balances out the group. Together they reflect her upbringing in the South and her penchant for first-person narrative on “This Small Town” their debut recording.
The Dilletantes CD

And Guest:   James Durst

The man who put more than words behind the "Peace Movement" has been quietly touring the planet since 1965. James Durst has shared his songs with audiences in some 42 countries. He draws from an eclectic repertoire of original and collected songs in more than 18 languages that reflect a global perspective and underscore the sense of interconnectedness we share with all of life. James engages his audience in a participatory journey distilled from his travels and life experiences, bringing us closer to our world and each other. The interplay of his skillful, rhythmic guitar playing and strong, expressive voice provides a colorful palette which he uses to paint compelling musical pictures that encourage individual empowerment and compassionate relationships, while helping us to feel more hopeful about ourselves and our place on the planet.

"If music is the universal language,
James Durst is the universal performer.
His easygoing rapport makes for a delightful performance."
Godfrey Daniels Coffeehouse, Bethlehem PA
http://www.jamesdurst.com

So join us this Thursday evening as Doug Goodhill, Crosby Knickerson and the Hober Crew interview our guests, perform a few home spun songs, and toss out a tasty trivia question for our inter-active fans via inter-active E-mail on "Sound Unwound".

Try one of our guests favorites in the Hober's Recipe Gallery