Alisa was hailed by the Monterey Arts Council for her “…extraordinary contribution to the quality of life in Monterey County through the excellence of her work and her vision, passion and dedication to our community.”  Award-winning singer, songwriters & multi-instrumentalists Alisa and her partner Kimball Hurd have earned both national and international acclaim for their singing, songwriting and world music repertoire.  Says Wallace Baine of the Santa Cruz Sentinel, "Fineman's sharp lyrics and soulful voice blend perfectly with Hurd's multi-instrumental talent. Together, Alisa and Kimball’s loving collaboration, harmonies and down-to-earth performances have earned them appearances at many festivals including Kerrville Folk Festival, Kate Wolf Music Festival, Austin’s South-By-Southwest, Strawberry Music and Jacob’s Ladder Folk Festival in Israel and their music appears on compilations including Putumayo and Barnes & Noble. Alisa & Kimball’s appreciation for the ordinary miracles of every day and love for nature and community infuse their songs with a spirit that moves, inspires and uplifts all who listen.  

Alisa's training and certification as a Cantor adds a spiritual and world music dimension to this couples' repertoire in addition to their shared  love and reverence for the natural world and our wondrous planet.
 
Kimball's instrumental abilities add dimension to the duo's performances with an array of tasteful musical accents on guitar, mandolin, mandola, dobro, banjo and slide guitar. Alisa accompanies on guitar, harmonium and frame drum while both interweave vocal harmonies that soar and lift their audiences with lyrics that move the heart. 
 
“… a marvelous addition to the contemporary voices who continue to give life and vitality to Jewish tradition. Alisa’s heart is as warm as her superb voice.” – Peter Yarrow (Peter, Paul & Mary)
 
"Alisa and Kimball are easily among the best of the next generation of singer-songwriters." - Tom Paxton
“I could listen to Alisa and Kimball sing all night.” – Jimmy Messina
 
“Alisa and Kimball are a fresh folk/rock, pop duo with gorgeous harmonies, an exquisite blend of acoustic instruments and insightful lyrics that speak directly to the heart.” –Monterey County Weekly”
 
We are recognizing Alisa Fineman as a “Champion of the Arts” 2011 for her extraordinary contribution to the quality of life in Monterey County through the excellence of her work and her vision, passion and dedication to our community.  -Arts Council for Monterey County, Exec. Director Paulette Lynch
 
“Long-time favorites at our Festival…”- Kate Wolf Music Festival
 
“Alisa’s CD focuses on spiritual commonalities among all people, with the intent of building bridges thru music to promote peace and understanding.”-Randee Friedman of Sounds Write Productions
 
“Alisa & Kimball in concert is stunning. Their generous spirit as musicians and people brought the audience into their world, inspiring us on both a personal and civic level. They are true professionals!” 1/18/2020    -Ed Moncrief, Eagle Productions
 
Iconic folk music duo Alisa Fineman & Kimball Hurd's finely crafted songs and celestial harmonies have to be experienced live to fully appreciate the depth of their music.- Steve Palazzo 1/13/20
 
“Alisa Fineman has extended an olive branch to all religions with her new CD…Closing the Distance is a gift to the world and all of its people. Unwrap it and listen.” -Tom Leyde, the Salinas Californian
 
Santa Cruz heavy weights…Two of my favorite performers... Alisa and Kimball's music sends shivers through me with the rise and fall of sweetly paired voices and compelling lyrics. Expect to hear strong harmonies and Hurd's technical prowess on guitar, mandolin and dobro. Treat yourself.”- Santa Cruz Good Times