Mama Lingua is known for their honeyed three-part harmonies and grounded, inviting groove. Hailing from Colorado's North Fork Valley, they blend original, folk and world music. Their sound weaves together guitar, violin, cello, bass, flute, saxophone, and percussion into a rich, textured whole. Featuring Sami Akert, Arlyn Alderdice, Jeannette Carey, and Chloe Watkins, they carry audiences on a heartfelt, genre-crossing musical journey.

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"Mama Lingua brings an authenticity and an emotional intelligence to their performance. Their unique musical backgrounds, distinct harmonies and belief in music's ability to transcend barriers brings us out of our heads and into our hearts."

Arlyn Alderdice
Chloe Watkins
Chloe Watkins
Sami Akert
Sami Akert
Jeannette Carey
Jeannette Carey
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Mama Lingua

Original and old folk songs, woven from all over the world. Ensorcelled with mellifluous melody.

6 days ago

Mama Lingua
Thanks Moab! That was super fun opening for Black Uhuru! Looking forward to seeing you at Stanton Farms tomorrow for our fourth annual Lavender show ❤️🪻❤️ with Chloe Brooke, Arlyn Deva, Samuela Akert, and Jeannette Carey. ... See MoreSee Less
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1 week ago

Mama Lingua
Friday in Moab!We hope you've all rested your dancin' feet from last week and are ready for round two! 🎶🌞Join us for the second show of the 2026 Moab Free Concert Series on July 10th from 6-9pm in Swanny Park. Black Uhuru will be playing from 7-9pm, with regional opener Mama Lingua at 6pm.Black Uhuru has remained one of the most popularly recognized reggae bands from Jamaica for over 50 years. The living legends have earned several achievements in the music industry including winning the first ever Grammy Award for reggae music. The live experience showcases a high-energy performance and classic hits with a hypnotic bass-driven sound.💃🕺Bring a blanket, chairs, and your family and friends to enjoy the show! We'll have food vendors on site, cold bevvys for sale, 98 Center Moab Bar 98 will be slingin' cocktails, and Moab Arts - The MARC Arts & Ag will also be happening - two events in one! 🚲Bikes, MAT, and walking are suggested to get there.🔥 We'll be keeping an eye on the smoky skies and AQI levels to make sure we can all have a fun & safe time. Stay tuned to our social media for any updates or changes from regular programming! ... See MoreSee Less
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1 week ago

Mama Lingua
Sending gratitude to all the firefighters out there! Here's a song that's been circling with the smoke 💖Mama Lingua · The Home Studio Sessions · Song · 2023 ... See MoreSee Less
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2 weeks ago

Mama Lingua
We hope you're well! Do you have your tickets to the Stanton Lavender Farm Show on July 12th? We're hoping to see you there! ... See MoreSee Less
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