Scott Tady

SEWICKLEY — Make no mistake: The Faux Paws play a highly enjoyable blend of bluegrass and Americana music that’s earned praise from publications coast-to-coast.

You can catch the Faux Paws on Thursday, when the Vermont-based band entertains at the Sweetwater Center for The Arts in Sewickley.

Part of the Folk February music series at Sweetwater’s intimate community room, the Faux Paws’ brothers Andrew and Noah VanNorstrand, and collaborator Chris Miller, will draw on folk dance traditions, bluegrass, jazz and experimentation to create a tightly connected sound.

After years of touring across North America, the trio has released its self-titled debut album, bringing those influences together in a fresh and cohesive way.
The band has performed in Pittsburgh several times, getting to know local artists and
Pittsburgh’s unique live music scene.

“Visiting Pittsburgh, for us, is very personal,” Andrew VanNorstrand, guitarist and singer for the Faux Paws, said. “We finished our album release cycle and, we’re just excited to be coming back to a city that we really love. We want to see some of our friends, but also hope to make new ones.”

Here is VanNorstrand’s full interview given Tuesday on the Beaver County Radio Morning Show:

 

Folk February tickets are $25 and can be purchased on Sweetwater’s website. Seating is first come first serve. Complimentary waters will be provided, and wine is available for a donation. Showtime is 7:30 p.m.