In harmony

Vienna Teng is one of my favorite singer/songwriters. I first heard her at a convention, of all places. Afterwards I waited in a long line to buy her CD and get her autograph (I've learned the hard way not to pass up a chance for some personal contact with someone whose work you like; likewise, don't miss out on buying a piece of original artwork that catches your eye (regardless of its bulk)).

She's got a great, mellow yet intelligent sound--you just want to keep listening to her (she's compelling, and not always quietly), and the words and melody chase themselves around in your head afterwards. They're the kind of songs that draw out whatever emotion's inside of you at the moment--and somehow, even when it's sadness, it's all good.

Teng doesn't have the standard musician's background, nor seemingly the personality. And she has an interesting 'scrapbook'/blog up, and you can also listen to songs via a jukebox at her website.

Boy, whatever did rising musicians--and erstwhile fans--do before the Web?!

Uncredited photo of Vienna Teng from her website.