Shana Tucker

I admit to always being amazed when I see people play bowed string instruments and sing at the same time. It seems like too much to coordinate at once. Somehow, local cellist and singer Shana Tucker excels at both, per- forming songs that mix jazz, soul, R&B, and more into something distinctly her own. While her rich, flexible voice and charismatic delivery may be what immediately draws you in, her cello playing is just as expressive. This concert is presented by NC State LIVE. —Dan Ruccia