Wanda Stride
piano,
vocals,
tin whistle,
accordion,
guitar
Susan Luke
vocals,
fiddle,
guitar,
mandolin,
someday the banjo
Songs of celebration and style ...
Adopting elements of Celtic, folk, bluegrass, blues and country roots
music, with
classic rock and classical music, Poor Tom has created a sound all their own.
Band history...
Formed in January, 2003;
first live show on June 20, 2003 at Beanz Coffeehouse in Uxbridge;
continue to play as often as possible;
more than two-thirds of the show is original and traditional music
Instruments...
Vocals, Fiddle, Piano, Guitar, Tin Whistle, Mandolin, Accordion
Musical influences...
Wanda and Susan bring their own diverse backgrounds and influences;
Wanda's lyrics and music are inspired by everyday life,
reading, and her studies;
songs are shaped by Wanda and Susan
Goals...
To reach as many people as possible, to take them somewhere through music;
to help people see the joy in everyday life;
and to help people realize they are part of something greater