Kenyon Hall Presents
Caroline Aiken
Friday, June 13th 2026
Doors: 7:00pm / Show: 7:30pm
Seated
$20 General / Half-priced Senior/Students
Caroline Aiken is an internationally recognized musician and songwriter. She is a Georgia music icon and mentor to well-known artists including the Indigo Girls and Shawn Mullins. Her remarkable command of multiple instruments parallels her masterful songwriting and inimitable vocal style. She is a mainstay of the international folk scene, headlining major festivals such as the Kerrville Folk Festival and Mendicino Music Festival with Ruthie Foster. Caroline's fanbase spans the globe as she tours venues and festivals across the United States and Europe.
Liz Melendez is considered by many to be one of the top lead guitarists in the country, her live performances demonstrate her versatility, often paying homage to her influences as a highlight to her own clearly defined lead guitar and vocal style.
Her guitar playing has been compared to everyone from Carlos Santana to Stevie Ray Vaughan and her voice has been compared to everyone from Bonnie Raitt to Janis Joplin. Liz currently has 3 album releases to her credit, showcasing her talents as a songwriter, arranger, and producer. Born and raised in the South Valley of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Liz currently resides in Atlanta, and tours regularly with Georgia music icon Caroline Aiken.