Live music is proving a popular pairing at Marionette Winery.

Along with a passion for wine making, Jamie Smith, who operates Marionette with partner Amanda Eastwood, is perhaps equally enamoured with live music. A singer/songwriter himself, Smith over the years has developed a particular appreciation for small, intimate venues where musicians can connect with fellow music lovers.

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This is the feeling Smith wanted to capture with live music nights in Marionette乌鸦传媒檚 lounge. The fairly new addition to the business乌鸦传媒� tasting room can be described as an intimate, warm space, with a small number of wood tables that can accommodate groups of four or more. A corner to the left of the wine bar is the designated space where musicians, particularly singer/songwriters, are welcomed to perform.

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Musicians who share Smith乌鸦传媒檚 love for that intimate connection with an audience are discovering Marionette, where increasingly that corner space is being occupied by performers on Saturday evenings, and even some weekdays.

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On Fridays, if a live performance isn乌鸦传媒檛 lined up, Marionette will host a vinyl lounge night, where people may come in, put on a record, choose a board game, order a beverage, a charcuterie platter or other food item, and have fun.

Curated by Smith, the vinyl collection offers a variety of contemporary classics, indie faves and some rarities.

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Over the summer, live performances move outdoors, where guests乌鸦传媒� ears are treated to music and their eyes to the impressive view.

For more information about Marionette Winery, visit marionettewinery.com. For upcoming concerts, vinyl lounge nights and more, visit the winery乌鸦传媒檚 page on Facebook.

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