Library Concerts Wednesdays -The Little Mercies

The Little Mercies, a folk trio of singing and songwriting multi-instrumentalists, from Tallahassee will grace the listening room stage at the Margaret Key Apalachicola Public Library, on Wednesday, August 14 from 6:00 – 7:30 pm EST.

The Little Mercies are Bronwyn Chelette (bass, banjo), Rosalee Walsh (fiddle, banjo, dance) and Shanice Richards (fiddle, guitar, dance). The three friends found each other through the ‘old time’ music and dance scene. Each of them stood out at the local jams for their respective instrumental skills, distinctive style, and voices that could cut through the onslaught of fiddle and banjos.

With a lifetime of singing and over a decade of experience playing, Bronwyn produces a sound that recalls the high, lonesome mountains of the Appalachians and the deep, still waters of the Florida swamps. Shanice’s experience in reggae, hip-hop, jazz and traditional gospel, flavors her playing with soulful vocals and a unique, genre-jumping improvisatory sound. Rosalee’s roots as an old time and bluegrass fiddler and training as a classical chamber musician have led her to create intentional and conscious arrangements that blend genres. Together, they present traditional music with authenticity and innovation alongside originals that draw from their musical upbringings and experiences. All accomplished musicians, Bronwyn, Rosalee, and Shanice, performed with different bands, orchestras, quartets and as solo acts before realizing their combined sound held real potential. One Spring day, the friends met in a park and did what they did best: sang and played tunes. Singing three-part harmonies and playing twin fiddle, their individual sounds instantly blended, setting the spanish moss and magnolia leaves dancing in the spring humidity. Thus, with the blessing of a bobcat by a Florida pond, The Little Mercies was born.

Since their beginning in 2023, they have quickly become a highly demanded group within the Florida folk music scene, leaving a deep impression on their listeners. As described by the Florida Americana Festival, “Their infectious energy and unbreakable bond as friends translate into pure magic on stage. Their chemistry will entice you from the first note…The Little Mercies’ performance promises an unforgettable experience.”

Enjoying a shared background in teaching artistry and music therapy, The Little Mercies are dedicated to using the full capabilities of music to foster community and connection. With original songs to make you feel all the feelings, reinterpreted traditional, and fiddle tunes to give you happy feet, their love for music and their joy playing together will surely make you laugh, cry, smile and dance all through the night.

The Apalachicola Summer Music Series is free thanks to the 2022 Apalachicola Porchfest Committee and PALS, the Friends of the Library.  Refreshments will be available.  Come early as seating is limited.