Description
A member of Houston’s 1960s folk music scene, George has been performing for over 50 years. His focus is always on uplifting the listener, and he tailors each concert to connect with audiences of all ages, using his extensive repertoire and showmanship to deliver a concert filled with poignancy and a healthy dose of wit and wisdom. At festivals, nursing homes, schools, libraries, churches, theaters, concert halls, listening rooms, and house concerts, his shows include original story songs mixed with country, gospel, and folk standards. His performances range from solo to duo, trio, or full band, and he offers songwriting workshops for songwriters at all levels. George has served as Texas Artist in Residence, won numerous songwriting awards, been nominated Songwriter of the Year by the Texas Music Academy, released 15 albums, and has been inducted into the Houston Folk Music Archives at Rice University. His original song ‘Build A Bridge’ was adopted by the Build a Bridge Foundation for Healing through the Arts. George is a strong believer in the healing power of music, and whether playing a festival or an intimate concert for one in hospice, his mission is always to deliver the message of hope. Photo by Brenda Ladd.
Additional information
| Discipline | Music |
|---|---|
| Contact name | George Ensle |
| Contact address | PO Box 732 San Marcos TX 78667 |
| Phone 1 | 512-560-6157 |
| Phone 2 | |
| Public Performance | $500 – $2, 500 |
| School performance | $450 – $800 |
| Workshop fees | $400 – $800 |
| Travel per diem lodging | $100 – $700 |
| City | San Marcos |
| Website | |
| Special audiences | Festivals, Hands-on activities, Libraries, People with disabilities, Schools, Seniors |
| School audiences | Elementary, High, Middle |
| Venue size | Larger, Medium, Smaller, Unplugged, Very Large |
