In Conversation with Alec Wightman and Maggie Brennan

Columbus Metropolitan Library

Alec Wightman comes to Main Library to discuss his book "Music in My Life" with WCBE's Music Director Maggie Brennan.

<h2>CARNEGIE AUTHOR SERIES</h2>In Conversation with Alec Wightman and Maggie BrennanSunday, August 15Main Library - Outdoors1 p.m. | Library opens2 p.m. | Author Talk 2:45 p.m. | Audience Q&A3 p.m. | Book Sale &amp; Signing [Please note this event is going to take place outdoors under a tent. ]Alec Wightman chronicles his musical evolution from the great rock &amp; roll of the 1960s to numerous Neil Young concerts in the ’70s and on to decades discovering singer-songwriter favorites like John Stewart, Jesse Winchester, Tom Russell, Rosie Flores, and Dave Alvin in his debut book <a href="https://cml.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S105C3523346" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">MUSIC IN MY LIFE: Notes From a Longtime Fan</a>. In MUSIC IN MY LIFE, the admiration of music is genuine and palpable, regardless of whether the talent springs from the lesser-known (Chuck Prophet, John Fullbright) or the renowned (Bruce Springsteen, Jimmy Webb). With his tireless advocacy for live music, Wightman has forged special connections with scores of musicians over his lifetime, using his passion to bring artists and fans together. And his engagement with the Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame gives him a unique perspective into the world of rock &amp; roll—the music of our lives.ABOUT THE AUTHORWith a lifelong passion for music, ALEC WIGHTMAN formed Zeppelin Productions, Inc. in 1995, beginning 26 years of promoting national act singer-songwriter concerts in Columbus. Music in My Life is his debut book. Alec has been a member of the board of the Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame since 2004, serving as chair from 2013 to 2016. He is currently co-chair of the Rock Hall's capital campaign and a board member of the Rock &amp; Roll Hall of Fame Foundation. He is also a member of the Duke Performances advisory board and a director of the Columbus Music Commission.Born and raised in the Cleveland area, Alec graduated from Duke University and the Moritz College of Law at Ohio State University. He lives in Columbus and is a senior partner in the national law firm BakerHostetler.MAGGIE BRENNAN is the Music Director for local NPR affiliate 90.5 WCBE and host of The Global Village, a daily 3-hour musical journey starting in your very own backyard and reaching the ends of the earth with live "Studio A" performances and interviews.EVENT FAQsWhere should I park and how much will it cost?  Free parking in Main Library’s attached garage is offered during all Author Talks. If the garage is full, metered street parking and surface lots surround Main Library. Fees may vary.What time does seating begin?  Main Library opens at 1 p.m. and first come, first served. The program will begin at 2 p.m.Are there assigned seats?  No. Seating is general admission. Reserved handicapped accessible seats will be available.Do I have to bring my ticket to the event?  If the event is sold out, guests with proof of registration (mobile or printed) will be seated prior to those who did not pre-register.What is the cancellation policy?  This is a free, in-person event. If you cannot attend after you have registered, please cancel your reservation as soon as possible to make room for other guests who may be on the waitlist.Can I record the program?  We encourage you to take photos and share them using the hashtag #CarnegieAuthorSeries, but recording is not permitted. Will the author's books be available for checkout or purchase?   A selection of the author's books will be for sale.Main Library will have a special display of the author's books and similar titles ready for checkout free with your library card.

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