Songs that span generations, including iconic anthems of peace and love, beloved songs of your youth, and tunes for youngsters. This performance by acclaimed artists David HB Drake and Julie Thompson is guaranteed to leave you feeling connected and inspired. David HB Drake, a renowned Wisconsin Folk Music Artist of the Year (2002), brings a […]
Rakish, duo of fiddler Maura Shawn Scanlin and guitarist Conor Hearn will present a night of original Celtic and Americana music as part of the Leaky Lake House Concert series. Strings Magazine says: “Explorative and versatile, the duo draws evident inspiration from not just the deep and wide history of Scottish and Irish Celtic composition, […]
Friday, November 8, 2024 Doors: 6:30pm / Concert: 7:00pm CelticMKE Center Having earned a reputation as one of Ireland’s finest singers and songwriters McCabe has performed extensively with his Folk-Soul group The Niall McCabe Band over the past decade. Born on Clare Island, Co.Mayo, McCabe grew up in the family run pub awash with strong […]
Clear-eyed and tough-minded, songwriter/playwright Katie Dahl is known for her smart songs, wry wit, and wise spirit. Firmly rooted in Door County, where her family has lived for 175 years, Katie is also an internationally touring, radio-charting artist who “delivers razor-sharp lyrics with a hearty, soulful voice” (American Songwriter). In live shows that are both […]
Sometimes the pursuit of our greater humanity involves jumping into life head first. That’s what McKain Lakey does. You can tell by her songs. Armed with George the trusty road cat, a carful of instruments, and all the fight of a rambling, rural-raised, queer femme wanderer, McKain Lakey is one to be reckoned with. She’s […]
HCPA Family Entertainment concert tribute to Carole King by Katie Pinder Brown Tickets $35 ea, shows at Northern Pine High School Auditorium 7pm hcpapresents.com or call for tickets 630-712-0530
Special Concert – Mad Folk celebrates 50 years of bringing music to the Greater Madison Area! To celebrate we have asked our very good friends and supporters of The Madison Folk Music Society to come out of retirement. So please come join us as we sponsor a concert with Peter & Lou Berryman! This beloved […]
Songwriter Showcase encourages the creation and sharing of original music by regional singer songwriters. Demonstrating guitar virtuosity with powerful fingerpicking, bottleneck slide and a warm alto voice, Ruth plays a mix of Americana, jazz, blues, folk, country with a portion of Piedmont picking and bluegrass clawhammer thrown in. Her songwriting is universal, using a melting […]
The 81st Holiday Folk Fair International will be held Fri., Nov. 22 – Sun., Nov. 24, 2024, at the Exposition Center at Wisconsin State Fair Park in West Allis, Wis. A program of the International Institute of Wisconsin (IIW), Holiday Folk Fair International celebrates the cultural heritage of the people living in southeastern Wisconsin. This […]
Blake Miller & the Old Fashioned Aces are breathing new life into an old sound. It’s traditional Cajun music in a traditional setting, but more than that, it’s a powerhouse trio having fun. Whether they appear as an acoustic trio or a full electric band, finer musicians playing Cajun music cannot be found. In a […]
Celebrate the holidays with Irish folk band Ring of Kerry. Free admission! Presented by the Galena Center for the Arts Sponsored by First Community Bank of Galena Based in Minnesota, […]