Sunday, November 9, 2:00pm
Nevada Theatre, Nevada City, California
$20 General Admission
$30 Reserved Seating

Join us for The ’70s Songbook Singalong, a joyful concert celebrating the life and artistry of a remarkable musician, vocalist, and composer, Paul Godwin, whose deep love for song spanned generations. Known for his soulful interpretations, he brought intuitive, heartfelt presence to every performance. Though new to our community, Paul has been quickly embraced for his talent, warmth, and gift for sparking creative collaboration. Now, his friends and fellow musicians—some of the area’s finest—come together to honor him through the music he cherished: Paul Simon, Cat Stevens, Joni Mitchell, Carole King, James Taylor, the Beatles, and more. Come sing, remember, and celebrate a life lived in song.

Paul Godwin was a Nevada City–based vocalist and pianist known for his authentic, passionate interpretations of 1970s classics and a wide-ranging artistic career. He produced sold-out shows at Besemer Concert Hall, Miner’s Foundry and appearances at Center for the Arts. Paul co-founded The Sippy Cups, a nationally touring family rock band that reimagined classic rock for all ages, performing at House of Blues coast-to-coast, Lollapalooza, and SF Giants Park. Owner of NEWdOG Records since 1996, he has released albums as Dogon, Eternal Return and other progressive ambient groups. A Berklee-trained record producer, Paul produced Elena Rayo’s latest single Girl You’re More Than You Eyebrows at Ancient Wave Studios with Oz Fritz engineering. As co-founder of Myrtle Tree Arts, he nurtured collaborative and community-based festivals and events in Northern California.

The concert offers a soulful journey through the soundtrack of a generation—songs of love, change, longing, and hope—interpreted with fresh arrangements and the seasoned artistry of McCann and special guest performers Jay Tausig, Elena Rayo and Dustin Koupal. Set in the historic Nevada Theatre, this afternoon matinee promises warmth, nostalgia, and exceptional musicianship. The ‘70s Songbook invites you to sing along, reminisce, and reconnect with the music that shaped a cultural era. Get your tickets early!

Anni McCann is a Nevada City–based vocalist and multi-instrumentalist celebrated for her musical versatility. Trained in opera, musical theatre and vocal arranging, she began her professional career at age 12. She later toured the West coast and Europe for over a decade with the folk-jazz trio, Backwoods Jazz, releasing 4 albums with bandmate Paul Emery. She recorded and performed with Supertramp’s Roger Hodgson, has played major international festivals and performed for the Queen of England. Anni was a featured vocalist in “A Thousand Kisses Deep”, a Leonard Cohen tribute that ran for 12 years, and is currently co-founder of The Dolli Mamas, a harmony-driven acoustic female trio. Her most recent debut was the leading role in “The Botanist”, a plant-based musical written and composed by Ameera and Paul Godwin. Her solo albums This Moment and Open Page showcase her lyrical and musical depth. Her presence is a vital force in the Sierra Foothill community.

Elena Rayo is a passionate singer and multi-instrumentalist, skilled on both violin and guitar, dedicated to crafting unforgettable songs. She currently performs with the Dolli Mamas, co-leads the world beat five-piece band Rayo and received rave reviews for her Joni Mitchell tribute. With six albums and a rich history of global performances, her just-released single, Girl, You’re More Than Your Eyebrows, produced by Paul Godwin, reflects her fresh and unique vision, with a promising new album coming soon. As founder of Ancient Wave Studios in Nevada City, she cultivates an inspiring community where creativity flourishes.

Jay Tausig is a Northern California vocalist/multi-instrumentalist who moved to Nevada City in 1998. Jay has worked with numerous bands and as a solo artist, preforms regularly, and has over 50 original albums to his credit. Samples of his work can be found at www.jaytausig.bandcamp.com

Dustin Koupal, born and raised in the Sierra Foothills, is a multi-instrumentalist focused on piano and bass. He’s a member of the old-time string band Hither and Yon and collaborates across the region. He leans into thoughtful arrangements and supportive ensemble playing.