LEWISBURG — According to a press release, Bucknell University’s Weis Center for the Performing Arts will welcome folk/Americana artist Yasmin Williams at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 5 in the Weis Center atrium.

Williams is an innovative guitarist and composer known for her unique compositional approach and expansive instrumental style. Her latest album “Acadia,” released on Nonesuch Records, showcases her evolution from solo performer to collaborative artist, featuring partnerships with notable musicians like Aoife O’Donovan and Immanuel Wilkins.

Williams’ distinctive creative process involves “ruminating” on single notes until compositions naturally emerge. Beyond traditional fingerpicked guitar, she demonstrates mastery of multiple instruments including kora, harp guitar, banjo, and electric guitar. Her music, while rooted in folk traditions, transcends conventional structures to incorporate elements of progressive rock and experimental composition.

Following her acclaimed 2021 album “Urban Driftwood,” “Acadia” represents a significant artistic expansion, featuring three distinct sections that move from traditional folk influences to atmospheric soundscapes and experimental arrangements. Williams’ approach emphasizes sustained tones and intricate articulation, creating music that balances technical precision with ethereal, floating melodies.

Williams, raised in Woodbridge, Virginia, grew up surrounded by music. Inspired by a wide range of artists — from Chuck Brown to Jimi Hendrix — she began developing her innovative fingerstyle acoustic guitar technique while studying music theory and composition at NYU.

Williams has released two previous albums, “Unwind” (2018) and “Urban Driftwood” (2021), where she introduced unique approaches, such as playing kalimba and guitar simultaneously. She also incorporates instruments like the kora, harp guitar, and banjo. Despite her use of folk instruments, she resists being categorized within the genre, valuing creative freedom over conformity.

Tickets can be reserved by calling 570-577-1000 or online at Bucknell.edu/BoxOffice.