Singer-songwriter Heather Pierson is a pianist and song leader with a passion for cultivating joy both onstage and off. On Friday, Aug. 29, Heather brings her trio to the historic Opera House in Boothbay Harbor.

Her forthcoming album, Back To The Light, is slated for a September release, and was recorded ‘live on the floor’ at Acadia Recording Company in Portland, ME with her trio mates Shawn Nadeau on bass and drummer Craig Bryan. This new album of originals pulsates throughout with the grooves of New Orleans, the beauty of Appalachia, and Sunday-go-to-meeting celebration.

Heather’s live performances featuring her bell-tone vocals and ease at the piano are infused with happiness, self-reflection, and a genuine desire to connect and share from the heart. She takes this on tour across the U.S. with her partner Shawn Nadeau on bass and harmony vocals as Heather Pierson Duo, and with Craig Bryan on drums and harmony vocals for the Heather Pierson Trio.

She’s been honored at Folk Alliance International and has appeared around the country including the Kerrville Folk Festival (TX), Old songs Festival (NY), South Florida Folk Festival, Woodstock Folk Festival (IL) and many others. She has a faculty teaching position at New Orleans Traditional Jazz Camp.

Heather Pierson’s Aug. 29 show marks her first appearance at the Opera House. Advance discounted tickets are $20, and available directly from the box office at 86 Townsend Avenue or by calling 207-633-5159. Regular tickets are $25 and available online at boothbayoperahouse.com and on the day of the show at the door. Doors for seating open at 7 p.m. and the Heather Pierson Trio brightens the stage at 7:30.