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February 16, 2024
Greetings from the wintery Sonoran Desert. We were recently graced with snow-peaked mountains and temps dipping into the 30’s. Winter lasts about a week here, so I’m cherishing every moment.
It was a wild start to 2024 for me…however, I’m back in full swing. I’ve got new releases on the horizon and am busy with an abundance of (mostly private) performances (six this week!).
I’ve been writing and look forward to more studio and creation time this year, as well as live (public) performances featuring my original music.
I hope you’ve had a great start to 2024. And if it hasn’t been so great, then I hope you are getting through in grace…and that amidst it all, you remember to breathe, taking a moment to cherish that sacred breath. Life has a way with pushing us to (and often beyond) our perceived limitations. It's part of the incarnation, and this too shall pass.
Thank you for continuing on the musical journey with me. It is an honor to move through the seasons of life with you.
Much love and gratitude,
Amber
PS - check out “IT’S RESURRECTION TIME: An Interview With Amber Norgaard”
AND if you need an extra infusion of love, here's a casually recorded/videoed live performance of my song “Came Here to Love” by my band
Previous events
Unity in the Valley Concert Series Presents Sabra Faulk & Amber Norgaard / Opening by Frankly Scarlett
Unity in the Valley, 17630 S. Camino de Las Quintas, Sahuarita, AZ 85629
Join us in Unity's listening space for an evening of song and story. Sabra Faulk and Amber Norgaard team up to deliver a fun, rootsy evening of original songs and a few favorite covers. The evening opens with the fabulous vocal-oriented group Frankly Scarlett.
Sabra Faulk is an award-winning songwriter, bassist, vocalist and acoustic guitarist who has been a staple in the southern AZ musical community for the past 30 years. She joins forces with Amber Norgaard, a nurse turned musician who is described as "a songwriter to be reckoned with" (Tucson Lifestyle). Together, they weave sweet harmonies, soulful songs and an entertaining performance.
Frankly Scarlett's roots originated two years ago when Suzy Ronstadt and Kathy Harris, who have sung together with various bands for years, met up with chorale vocalist Mary Kuskin from Flagstaff. The three singers decided to do an a cappella song, and it turned out so well that they asked amazing guitarist Steff Kayser to join them. Steff agreed and the band was formed. Their new CD features Sabra Faulk on bass, and now as part of the band, she rounds out the lovely harmonies and fun songs of Frankly Scarlett.
First Fridays are always fun at Wisdom's Cafe'! Join us for an evening of music, dinner, fabulous drinks and rockin' ambience.
First Fridays are always fun at Wisdom's Cafe'! Join us for an evening of music, dinner, fabulous drinks and rockin' ambience.
Amber Norgaard & Seth Murzyn Performing at Saludarte Event in Green Valley, AZ
Community Performance & Art Center - CPAC, 1250 W Continental Rd, Green Valley, AZ 85622
Pima County and the Arts Foundation invite you to a FREE Art and Wellness event to celebrate your local community! The family-friendly event brings together public art and public health and will feature community-inspired artwork, live performances, food trucks, raffles for prizes and many health resources. Attendees will be invited to help paint a community mural with the artist team, Samantha and Jhonattan Arango, who work under the alias Anón. SaludArte is promoting community healing through art! A community-driven panel selected the artists to translate their stories and hopes into public art. The Health Department will also be providing free health screenings and resources for attendees and their families!
Sunday, Sept. 24, from 2 - 6 p.m. Green Valley Community Performance & Art Center (CPAC) 1250 W. Continental Road in Green Valley
First Fridays are always fun at Wisdom's Cafe'! Join us for an evening of music, dinner, fabulous drinks and rockin' ambience.
Sabra Faulk & Amber Norgaard at Monterey Court
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Monterey Court Studio Galleries & Cafe, 505 W. Miracle Mile, Tucson, AZ
If you are from Tucson, these fine women singer songwriters need no introduction. For the rest of you – be speedy in getting your table reservations for this show- likely to be a full house! No cover. Make reservations online at https://www.montereycourtaz.com/reservations.html
No cover. Reservations through this link
Celebrate summer at Desert Hills Lutheran Church's Monsoon Concert! It is sure to be an incredible evening filled with an eclectic lineup of personalities, songs and musical styles. Come in from the heat and rain, and join us for a phenomenal evening of music with some of Southern Arizona's finest musicians! Purchase tickets at DHLC or online. Show starts at 6:30p. Seating at 6p.
$25 at DHLC / $27.50 online w/ service fee
First Fridays are always fun at Wisdom's Cafe'! Join us for an evening of music, dinner, fabulous drinks and rockin' ambience.
Amber Norgaard at Little Swan Lake Winery
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Little Swan Lake Winery, 1350 320th Ave., Estherville, IA 51334
Amber Norgaard is returning to her midwest prairie roots. Join us for a fun afternoon of homegrown Iowa music, wine and community. Call for reservations 712.858.4592.
An evening of song, vines, and wines! Join us for an inspiring evening of music, fun and community!
Amber returns to NW Iowa for a hometown show! Join us for an evening of singer/songwriter magic and fun covers!
Join us for a fun duo show featuring Amber & Seth's original music and a mix of uplifting covers. Warm and welcoming atmosphere, fabulous food and drinks.
VIRTUAL TIPPING!
Whether you're attending my shows in person or watching online, here is an option to tip virtually. Your generosity keeps the music alive! Other options are VENMO @Amber-Norgaard or PayPal.me/ambernorgaard . THANK YOU FOR YOUR YOUR SUPPORT!
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Songs feature Amber's vocals, piano, acoustic guitar, keyboards along with stellar musicians Doug Floyd (electric guitars, acoustic guitar), Jay Trapp (bass), Ralph Gilmore (drums), Joe Ferguson (mandolin, harmony vocals), Seth Murzyn (viola, violin), Alex Flores (tenor sax), Carla Brownlee (baritone sax, tenor sax), Tyrone Williams (background vocals/arrangements), Justine Boswell (back up vocals), and Michael G. Ronstadt (cello). Recorded, engineered, and produced by Steven Lee Tracy (Saint Cecilia Studios). Mastered by Adam Boose (Cauliflower Audio Mastering).