Al Arater

Al Arater has been playing guitar in clubs and bars mainly in the New York City area for as long as he can remember (of course, just how long that is, he conveniently forgets). He grew up in the Bronx when the Beatles and peace marches were a vital part of the landscape. In the spirit of the troubadour, he comes to Hampton Roads with some songs of peace and war.

[extracted from 2009 festival brochure]

32nd Annual Literary Festival