Concert series to feature husband-wife duo
James, a.k.a. “Doodle,” and Karin Lyle will perform at 3 p.m. on April 15 at the Canton library as part of the Haywood County Arts Council’s Sunday Concert Series.
The concert blends the musical talents of Doodle and Karin and a “Chalk Talk” component by Doodle of his cartoon creation, Muggzy the Penguin.
Karin married James, moved to North Carolina and became a music teacher. She plays more than 22 instruments. She is also the author of a number of music instruction books and has performed on many music recordings.
James grew up in Western North Carolina, spending his childhood emulating various comic book characters and musical groups. Besides playing music, James is a professional cartoonist and artist. His work has been published in comic books and magazines in the U.S. and abroad.