LIVE: Molly Durnin @ Caffe Lena, 1/18/12

Video by Joel Patterson

For a place already steeped in tradition, Caffé Lena in Saratoga Springs has a few traditions of its own to offer, one being the Emerging Artist Breakout nights devoted entirely to showcasing an up-and-coming area musician whose gifts and perseverance have lifted them to a level of local notoriety.

Molly Durnin brought her movie-star looks and robust, honey-colored voice to the Caffé last Wednesday, along with a bundle of original songs. Opener: Maurizio, joined by Casey J. Chapman.