Jefferson Jay Band, Marie Haddad, Laurie McClain.
The Acoustic Evenings series at the Athenaeum showcases local San Diego acoustic musicians. Three performers are featured in each program and are available at the intermission reception and post-concert meet-and-greet. The project advances the Athenaeum’s commitment to support San Diego talent. The fall acoustics series concludes with the Jefferson Jay Band, Marie Haddad, and Laurie McClain.
The Jefferson Jay Band comprises friends and family with a message of hope and love. Original, eclectic, and authentic, the JJB features Jefferson Jay on vocals and guitar, Leanne Pearl on drums, Paul Ruiz on trumpet, Kip Forde on keyboards, Michael Jones on bass, and Orion Boucher on mandolin. A 2017 San Diego Music Awards winner, Marie Haddad has a voice that, according to North County Times, “can hold our attention whatever she is singing.” Singer-songwriter Laurie McClain accompanies herself on guitar, ukulele, and harmonica. Her songs have powerful lyrics that send messages of hope.