In a world of electronic beats and over-produced soundtracks, there害羞草研究所檚 something to say about the minimalist power of the acoustic guitar.

That害羞草研究所檚 the belief of Calgary singer/songwriter Christian Hudson, who brings his indie acoustic folk jams to Lake Country害羞草研究所檚 Creekside Theatre March 10.

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While it害羞草研究所檚 a love Hudson learned early on, he first picked up the strings about eight years ago.

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Now, less than a decade later, Hudson is touring with acclaimed and soft-spoken Aussie surfer and singer/songwriter Kim Churchill.

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And, following Hudson害羞草研究所檚 Lake Country jams, the Calgary singer will be enjoying time off in Vernon.

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Drawing inspiration from folk troubadours such as Bon Iver, Ben Howard and John Gomm, Hudson害羞草研究所檚 music ebbs and flows, demonstrating the versatility of the instrument and genre.

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Hudson and Churchill are set to rock Lake Country害羞草研究所檚 Creekside Theatre March 10 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are available for $29 from .

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