Ben Sollee (performance & workshop)

Infused with R&B and folk, this Kentucky-based artist's soulful songs will have you groovin' through the night.

Over the last two decades, Kentuckian Ben Sollee has distinguished himself as a multi-faceted creative, blurring the lines between music, tech, and activism. A graduate of the University of Louisville School of Music, he holds a BFA in cello performance. Since his debut record in 2008, Mr. Sollee has released 7 studio records and 8 EPs garnering praise from the New York Times and NPR. His music has been featured in tv shows such as Weeds and Parenthood. In addition, Sollee has a growing career as a composer for film, tv, and interactive media earning an Emmy Award in 2018 for his score on the ABC special, Base Ballet. In 2020, he collaborated with the contemporary string trio Time for Three to create the score for Robin Wright’s directorial debut, LAND. Beyond music, Mr. Sollee is known for his social and environmental advocacy working with organizations like Oxfam America, The Nature Conservancy, and Canopy KY to protect people and the land. He currently lives in Louisville, KY with his wife and three children.

This event is made possible by a partnership between 11 Year Itch and the Paducah Convention & Visitors Bureau.

NOTE: You can choose to attend the performance (The Grand Lodge) AND the workshop (Time on the String) OR you can choose a single event depending on your interests. More details below.