Former Haines resident Christy Hays is bringing her smooth vocals and Americana sound to the Chilkat Center at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 3.
Hays will be accompanied by fiddle player and vocalist Beth Chrisman, a member of the bluesy Carper Family band.
The show is presented by the Haines Arts Council.
Hays played in Haines last year with Kris Jones, another former Haines resident.
Hays writes and sings songs about struggles and hard times, but her music isn’t necessarily downbeat. “She’s got a nice sound. It’s not a downer. Her songs tend to make you feel good,” said arts council president Tom Heywood.
Hays and Chrisman are making their “Golden Tour,” visiting small towns like Ester and Denali, as well as Anchorage, Fairbanks and Juneau.
Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for students.