French Valley Vineyard hosted a free Family Fun Day at the North Barn on Aug. 18 featuring mindful music with Miriam Pico. Photo by Sarah Peschel
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If it seems like Miriam Pico has been performing around the area for a few years, you’re right. But you may be surprised to learn it’s been nearly two decades. Pico is at least. “Next year is the 20th anniversary … of my first album,” she says, almost wonderingly. “It’s a big deal. That’s when I considered myself to be a professional, with no other job.” That may not be entirely accurate, as she’s worked in numerous settings or jobs over the past two decades. But they’ve all had music at the forefront. From a longstanding duo with pianist David Chown to current work with her husband, guitarist Ryan Younce, her child-focused “Mindful + Musical with Miriam Pico” and solo shows, she’s made music her life. “I’ve been able to make a living. I’m thankful. It’s not easy,” she says.
On Saturday, Dec. 16, at 7 pm, Miriam Pico and David Chown will return to The Bay Theatre in Suttons Bay after last year’s sold out event for an evening of joy, reflection, and wonderful memories as they entertain the audience in their unique style, with original arrangements of Holiday favorites. They’ll be accompanied by a full ensemble of fellow instrumentalists and singers, making this a night to remember.
The Old Art Building in Leland will host acoustic songwriter and singer Miriam Picó Younce and her husband Ryan Younce on Thursday, Aug. 4, at 7 p.m. for a free evening of positive, inter-generational music. This family-friendly performance includes some cover tunes along with an array of Miriam’s originals. We caught up with Miriam to ask about this concert, about her inspiration and muse, about the various artistic mediums she marries in her work, and about her perfect northern Michigan summer day.
Parenting Communities of Leelanau County announced it will host its first community-wide event for families with young children. This fun, family-friendly event is happening Wednesday, September 1, at Herman Park pavilion in Suttons Bay. A simple pizza dinner will be offered from 5:30-6 pm, followed by Miriam Pico who will perform a bilingual interactive music program for kids and families from 6-7 pm.
From staff reports The “Mostly Music” series at the Glen Arbor Art Association (GAAA) is sort of a winter extension of the Manitou Music Festival … but not quite. Actually it could be called “Concerts with Benefits.” Smaller groups (1 or 2 artists) perform in the GAAA gallery, but also spend some time talking about […]