Cheryl Wheeler

Iron Horse Music Hall (20 Center Street, Northampton MA 01060)

Music

It has always seemed as if there were two Cheryl Wheelers, with fans of the New England songwriter relishing watching the two tussle for control of the mic. There is poet-Cheryl, writer of some of the prettiest, most alluring and intelligent ballads on the modern folk scene. And there is her evil twin, comic-Cheryl, a militant trend defier and savagely funny social critic. The result is a delightful contrast between poet and comic.But there is no way you can read about Cheryl and get a good picture of what she or her concerts are like. You have to see one. Do whatever it takes to get to her concert. You won't be sorry.