West My Friend returns to arts center

Published 3:00 am Tuesday, March 12, 2024

PENDLETON — A Canadian duo that’s been described as everything from indie-roots to chamber-folk will take the stage at Pendleton Center for the Arts on Wednesday, March 20, at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Tickets are $15 and available at pendletonarts.org, by calling 541-278-9201 or at the door.

West My Friend hails from Victoria, British Columbia, and presents music inspired by artists such as Owen Pallett, Joanna Newsom, Bright Eyes, The Decemberists and the Punch Brothers.

Arrangements of vocals, guitar and accordion draw from jazz, classical, folk and pop influences. The duo, which got their start in the notable Victoria music scene, is considered a key part of a new generation of grassroots folk music and tours regularly through Canada, the United States, Europe and beyond.

Members include Eden Oliver on guitar and vocals, and Jeff Poynter on accordion and vocals.

According to a PCA press release, “their diversity in taste and influences and a keen interest in both traditional sounds and innovation leads to constant exploration of new sounds that places them as a distinctive voice in the landscape between Canadian folk and indie-pop.”

This show marks the duo’s fifth appearance in Pendleton.

“West My Friend fits in so perfectly with the lineup of top-flight folk musicians we have here at the Arts Center,” said Roberta Lavadour, executive director. “Eden and Jeff have always exceeded our expectations, and it just makes for a great night out.”

The event is made possible through the support of WESTAF, the National Endowment for the Arts and Drs. Connie and Dan Marier.

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