Skylar Gudasz

Durham-based singer-songwriter Skylar Gudasz became known for her utterly unique voice, showcased last year in Ari Picker's Lion and the Lamb at Duke Performances. But everything changed this February when she released Oleander, "her astonishingly great debut album" (News and Observer). Produced by local musical godfather Chris Stamey, the album reveals Gudasz as an essential American artist in the tradition of Joni Mitchell and Aimee Mann. Delivering her wry, off-kilter lyrics in her unmistakably smoky croon, Skylar Gudasz is a local star poised to make a national name.

Picnics are welcome at Music in the Gardens. Food, drink, and frozen treats will available for purchase from The Palace International and Locopops. We regret that dogs are not allowed.