Emma Hill: A Homecoming Concert

Please join The Palmer Arts Council in welcoming to back to Palmer, Emma Hill. It has been far too long since Emma has performed in her hometown, and were excited to host her in concert at one of the most iconic Palmer venues, Vagabond Blues! Since 2007, Emma Hill has been creating and performing original music in a professional capacity. Her latest full-length album is called Park Songs. Nature is one of the biggest inspirations in her writing, leading her to immerse herself in natural spaces to fuel her creativity. Growing up in the small Alaskan village of Sleetmute and traveling worldwide, Emma has worked hard to establish herself as a force in the music world. Her albums have received national recognition, and she has toured both nationally and internationally. Her current project, Bird Songs, explores the intersection of music, nature, and climate awareness. Initiated during an artist residency at Studio 88 near Chiang Mai, Thailand, the project incorporates isolated birdsongs from Thailand and Alaska as musical prompts, weaving them into compositions that address themes of climate change, existential crisis, and the human experience. With Bird Songs, she emphasizes climate grief and the urgency of appreciating the natural world as it exists today. Splitting her time between writing and working within the local Anchorage music scene, Emma remains dedicated to keeping music alive wherever she goes, fostering artistic communities and sharing her love of storytelling through song. Admission: $20 General Admission $15 PAC Members and Students