Ohio Artists on Tour

MUSIC - DUOS & SOLOISTS

Hal Walker

Northeastern Ohio's legendary musician, Hal Walker is truly one of a kind. He's a natural born singer, a songwriter and a musical explorer. His soaring baritone voice is an Ohio treasure. His original songs like ''Home in Ohio,'' inspire audiences to celebrate community, diversity and creativity. Singing America's favorites, Hal Walker is a modern day crooner. His unique, personal style is at once familiar, engaging and delightful.

A talented multi-instrumentalist, Hal composes on the piano, guitar, harmonica and concertina. He introduces audiences of all ages to unique musical instruments from around the world. Performing on the strikingly beautiful Khaen (a bamboo mouth organ from SE Asia) or the rhythmically outrageous African ''Ba-na-'ku-las,'' Hal Walker's instrumental music has been mesmerizing, entertaining and educating audiences for 20 years.

''virtuosic solo musician, Hal Walker commanded attention with his collection of traditional and invented instruments.'' -- Cleveland Plain Dealer

''The amazing talents of musician Hal Walker... He makes audaciously interesting music...'' - Akron Beacon Journal

''Hal has a pied-piper effect on people... the radiant warmth of his music will surprise you... the title track should be Ohio's state song.'' -- Scene magazine

''His wonderful blend of formality and play was fascinating to intellectuals and preschoolers alike... I'd jump at the chance to work with him again.'' -- Erie Art Museum