Natalie Merchant with the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra

Natalie Merchant performs with the beloved Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Principle Pops Conductor Stuart Chafetz. Over her forty-year career Natalie Merchant has attained a place among America’s most respected recording artists. She has earned a reputation for being a songwriter of quality and a captivating stage performer and has distinguished herself as a social justice and environmental activist. Merchant began her musical career as the lead vocalist and lyricist of the pop music band 10,000 Maniacs and released one platinum, two double-platinum, and one triple-platinum records with the group.