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Chris Smither
Chris Smither, the master of acoustic blues, played at The Ark in Ann Arbor on Friday, June 5, 2026, at 8 p.m. The legendary guitarist captivated the audience with his unique fingerpicking style and rhythmic foot tapping.
Born in Miami during World War II and raised in New Orleans, Chris Smither began playing music as a child, guided by his 'Uncle Howard' who taught him how just three chords could unlock many songs. Urged by folk legend Eric von Schmidt, he moved to Boston in the '60s, where he became part of a vibrant acoustic music scene and forged lifelong friendships, including with Bonnie Raitt who recorded some of his songs. Influenced by Mississippi John Hurt and Lightnin’ Hopkins, Smither developed his own fingerpicking guitar style layered with a rhythmic foot tap, which became his hallmark on stage. His concert at The Ark was a special night for fans.
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