Sweet Strains: Improv Cellist in Concert

Improvisational cellist Rushad Eggleston will be in concert at three different venues this week on the Big Island.

Rushad’s fiddle-style cello playing had earned him a spot in the Grammy nominated group Fiddler’s 4.

His solo performances will take place Tuesday at the Donkey Mill Art Center in Holualoa, Wednesday in Hilo’s Holy Apostle Church, and Thursday at a home in Honokaa.

Bring a potluck dish to share for Tuesday’s performance at the Donkey Mill Art Center. Admission is $15 for adults; children get to listen for free.

Seating is limited. Call 322-3362 for more information.

At Wednesday’s concert at the Holy Apostles Church, an artist’s reception with pupus begins at 7:30 p.m. with music starting at 8 p.m. Suggested donation is $10 to $20. Call 982-7292 for further details.

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. at Friday’s Honoka’a house concert, with music starting at 7 p.m. Space is limited and reservations are recommended.

Call 775-0101 for reservations and directions. Suggested donation is $10 to $20; admission for children is free.

Eggleston has toured across the United States. Discover his unique cello style while he’s here on the island.