April 2022
Susan Werner – Cancelled
The Ten Pound Fiddle has just been informed that Susan Werner has Covid-19 and is not able to perform in East Lansing tomorrow evening. So, sadly, the Fiddle concert for tomorrow (Friday, April 8) is cancelled. We wish Susan well and look forward to rescheduling with her for our 2022-23 season.
Advance ticket sales for the Susan Werner concert will be automatically refunded; no action is required on the part of purchasers.
As audiences will testify, Werner’s been knocking it out of the park – or concert hall – all around the U.S. for twenty years. Renowned as a charismatic performer, she’s known above all for challenging herself to conquer new styles, almost like mountaintops, every few years. Every 3-4 seasons, Werner returns to the Fiddle to share where her musical travels have taken her.
Find out more »Showman and Coole
Clawhammer banjo picking songwriter Chris Coole and his long-time musical collaborator, fiddler extraordinaire, John Showman.
“John Showman has made his mark as “one of the very best and most influential fiddle players in Canada” -Steve Pritchard, CIUT 89.5 FM
“Chris’ clawhammer banjo playing is, frankly, incomparable” -Mitch Podolak, Penguin Eggs Magazine
Find out more »Emma´s Revolution: Pat Humphries and Sandy O.
Emma's Revolution is the dynamic, award-winning activist duo of Pat Humphries & Sandy O, whose songs have been sung for the Dalai Lama, praised by Pete Seeger, and covered by Holly Near. With beautiful harmonies and genre-defying eclecticism, Emma’s Revolution delivers an uprising of truth and hope for these tumultuous times.
Find out more »May 2022
Postponed – Lynn Miles
Postponed until Spring, 2023. Please check back for new date.
Co-produced with The Robin Theatre, in Lansing´s REO Town. Her 2018 Fiddle show at the Robin Theatre was magical; everyone in the room felt lucky to be there.
“If it is possible to be addicted in one single hearing, that's how hard I fell for Miles' music and voice.” — Arthur Wood, Maverick Magazine
SOLD OUT! Sweet Water Warblers: Rachael Davis, May Erlewine, Lindsay Lou
Michigan's favorite songbirds Rachael Davis, Lindsay Lou, and May Erlewine, return to the Fiddle for a SATURDAY evening with the organic vocal harmonies and seamlessly interwoven instrumentation that leaves listeners breathless.
Find out more »SOLD OUT! Allison de Groot and Tatiana Hargreaves – Wednesday Show
Co-produced with The Robin Theatre, in Lansing's REO Town. Already leaders in the young generation of roots musicians, de Groot has become known for her intricate clawhammer banjo work with Molsky’s Mountain Drifters, while Hargreaves has brought her powerhouse fiddling to the stage with Gillian Welch and Laurie Lewis. Together they create a sound that is adventurous, masterful, and original, as they expand on the eccentricities of these old songs, while never losing sight of what makes them endure.
Find out more »Cancelled: Frank Youngman and Seth Bernard: FAMILY SHOW
The Frank Youngman and Seth Bernard Family Show scheduled for Sat., May 14 at 5pm has been cancelled. Their 7:30pm show that evening will go on as planned. We look forward to bringing you a robust Fiddle Scouts program in our 2022-23 season.
Find out more »Frank Youngman and Seth Bernard
Singing Festival favorite and Lost World String Band founder, Frank Youngman teams up with Earthworks Music founder, songwriter and environmental activist Seth Bernard for a night of these two great friends sharing music, stories and fun.
Find out more »SOLD OUT! The Chenille Sisters, wsg The Royal Garden Trio
From Ann Arbor, the Chenille Sisters return to the same building where they played their first Ten Pound Fiddle performance 30 years ago. Word was out. That night, the Copper Chimney Lounge was packed to the brim. For this show, we'll be in the much larger sanctuary. The night will begin with a shorter set by the incredibly talented, Michigan-based Royal Garden Trio.
Find out more »Sound an Echo: Sara Pajunen and Rachael Kilgour – Wednesday Show
In Sound an Echo, Rachael Kilgour and Sara Pajunen bridge their distinct yet complementary musical histories within traditional music from their European heritages. What happens when a Finnish fiddler extraordinaire teams up with a veteran singer songwriter? Magic. These Minnesota natives match energy, speed and intonation and deliver an evening of solid sound and song.
Find out more »September 2022
Evie Ladin & Keith Terry
Innovative musicians/dancers with a quirky neo-trad soul, Oakland, California-based Evie Ladin & Keith Terry throw down original folk songs and deep interpretations of old songs, with the kinetic thrill of percussive dance.
Find out more »From Scotland, Old Blind Dogs
"The Old Blind Dogs play with a compelling energy and intoxicating rhythm," says The Scotsman, “...as players and audience seem to share a wild ecstasy of emotion."
Find out more »Vance Gilbert
“If Joni Mitchell and Richie Havens had a love child, with Rodney Dangerfield as the midwife, the results might have been something close to the great Vance Gilbert.” It has been too long since Gilbert has given a Fiddle show. We welcome him back!
Find out more »October 2022
Joel Mabus
"It's hard to imagine another artist on the folk scene who combines the same concise, deceptively understated, lyrical insight and sometimes devastating wit with such world-class instrumental prowess." -MUSICHOUND FOLK
Find out more »Kitty Donohoe
'Kitty Donohoe is a true treasure - a rare songwriter with tremendous range, a beautiful voice and an ability to write haunting, melodic and literate songs.' - All Music Guide
Find out more »Stella! and The Lesser Halves
Stella! is the Michigan-based, singer-songwriting trio of Jo Serrapere, Jen Sygit, and Julianna Wilson. From comic relief to heartbreaking ballads, they accompany their three-part harmonies with guitar, banjo, upright bass, and percussion. For this special event, each member of Stella! will also perform with their respective lesser half: John Divine, Geoff Lewis, and Andy Wilson.
Find out more »May Erlewine
Michigan's May Erlewine returns to the Fiddle to give a rare solo performance. Don't miss this opportunity to experience wonderful songs penned by this marvelous singer. May Erlewine has the sort of soul-baring voice that moves the Alan Lomaxes of the world to abandon the ivory tower for the back roads of rural America." - The Harvard Independent
Find out more »November 2022
John McCutcheon
The Smoke Rise, GA-based musician, whom Johnny Cash once referred to as “the most impressive instrumentalist I’ve ever heard” is greatly looking forward to sharing his new music as well as beloved favorites with the Ten Pound Fiddle audience.
Find out more »Nervous but Excited – Women in the Arts Festival
It's a 10-year Reunion show! Co-produced with the East Lansing Women in the Arts Festival, the Fiddle is excited to welcome back Kate Peterson and Sarah Cleaver of Nervous but Excited for a very special evening at Edgewood United Church.
Find out more »David Roth at THE ROBIN THEATRE. Special Engagement: Limited Seating
Co-produced with The Robin Theatre, in Lansing´s REO Town.
Find out more »Windborne, Alternative Holiday Sale Concert
Co-Produced with The Peace Education Center/ Alternative Holiday Sale. “The best musical discovery of the year...Old songs. Bold harmony. A profound vocal experience. "Stunningly powerful vocal harmony...Windborne sets a new bar for folk harmony singing today”-Brian O’Donovan, GBH Boston
Find out more »December 2022
Full Cord
Their infectious stage show and breadth of material pushed Full Cord through to a win of the 2022 Telluride Bluegrass Festival Band Competition in June and a nomination as the Momentum Band of the year at the upcoming International Bluegrass Music Awards. With two shows never the same, their followers in Michigan and beyond try to catch every show, never knowing what teaser or new song will be in the set list.
Find out more »Holiday Sing with song leader Sally Potter, Doug Berch, Connie Gamage and spoken word artist Ruelaine Stokes
For 20 years, song leader and banjoist Sally Potter has invited the community to sing holiday songs - together. With help from Connie Gamage on the grand piano, Doug Berch on hammered dulcimer, and spoken word artist Ruelaine Stokes, Potter and guests create a soulful, moving evening full of familiar selections surrounding winter, Solstice, peace, Christmas, and beyond. Lyric sheets provided.
Find out more »“Song of Solstice” featuring OCEAN Celtic Quartet
A Celtic Christmas Celebration for all! Bring your voices, as you’ll be invited to sing along!
Find out more »January 2023
The Wilson Brothers feat. Elden Kelly
The Fiddle is thrilled not only to present Michigan's own Wilson brothers, but the addition of Elden Kelly makes this a 'can't miss' night for acoustic music lovers.
Find out more »Damn Tall Buildings
“Damn tall buildings is a damn fine trio, mixing bluegrass, swing, and foot-stomping old-time music you wouldn’t think possible from a band from Brooklyn.” — No Depression
Find out more »February 2023
19th Mid-Winter Singing Festival Community Sing
On Friday night, Jean Chorazyczewski and Lori Fithian will join Singing Festival favorites Mark Dvorak and Joel Mabus for one night of high energy community singing. Lyric booklets provided.
Find out more »Mark Dvorak’s Children’s Concert
Chicago native and Singing Festival favorite Mark Dvorak will give his signature Children's Concert at 11 am on Saturday, February 4, 2023 as part of the 19th Annual Mid-Winter Singing Festival.
Find out more »From Scotland, Tannahill Weavers
"An especially eloquent mixture of the old and the new." - New York Times
Find out more »Ruby John and John Warstler
Ruby John has been captivating audiences with her driving fiddle style. She with John Warstler will present a night full of a variety of fiddle tunes, sing some songs, and tell stories of Ruby's life in her journey to blend her fiddling with her Native heritage.
Find out more »From Nova Scotia, Cassie & Maggie
“With songs ranging from heartbreakingly beautiful and soft to loud and boisterous, Cassie and Maggie's sisterly voices blend in such a way that you automatically know it is genetic… theirs are voices that wrap themselves around each other more than others.” -No Depression
Find out more »March 2023
MOVED TO SUNDAY, 3PM: Matt Watroba and Claudia Schmidt
Fiddle favorites Matt Watroba and Claudia Schmidt return for a heartwarming evening of song and story.
Find out more »Deidre McCalla
Singer-songwriter Deidre McCalla, the "dreadlocked troubadour" celebrates the power and diversity of the human spirit.
Find out more »From Ireland, Karan Casey Trio
"...the Irish equivalent of Emmylou Harris." - WASHINGTON POST
Find out more »Postponed: Violet Bell
“In a crowded field of Americana artists who claim influence from disparate genres…. Violet Bell truly pushes against the limitations and expectations of genres and genders.. Ross’s soulful vocal gymnastics sound downright wild… defying stylistic bounds.” Indyweek
Find out more »Jake Blount, Nic Gareiss & Laurel Premo + Fiddle’s Annual Membership Meeting
Jake Blount, Nic Gareiss and Laurel Premo, award-winning folk performers, have joined forces in a bewitchment of rich tones, deft movements and stories long untold. Through traditional songs familiar and arcane, this new trio celebrates the deep rhythms and subtle harmonies of America’s eldest musics.
Annual Ten Pound Fiddle Membership Meeting, 6 pm – 7 pm. All are welcome. (Only) Fiddle members vote on any issues. Meet the Fiddle Board of Directors. Held at the UUMC before the concert.
Find out more »April 2023
SOLD OUT – James Keelaghan – In Concert at The Robin Theater
James Keelaghan returns to the Fiddle in support of his CD release for 'Second Hand.'
Find out more »Lady of the Lake – Karrie Potter Richards, Pooh Stevenson, and Wanda Degen and many special guests
A forty-year anniversary celebration with special guests Doug Berch, Kay Rinker-O'Neil, Dave Langdon, John Mikelsavage, and Mike Ross
Find out more »April Verch and Cody Walters
The Fiddle welcomes a world-class duo of virtuosic fiddle, dance, banjo & song from the Ottawa Valley to the Hills of Appalachia.
Find out more »Katie Dahl
“Katie Dahl’s songs aren’t just melodies and words, they’re journeys that are firmly grounded in a sense of place—beautiful, real landscapes that help you feel places that you may have never been before. That’s the very best kind of songwriting. - Dar Williams
Find out more »September 2023
SOLD OUT! Lone Piñon at the Robin Theatre
Co-presented with the Robin Theatre. Lone Piñon is a New Mexican string band, or “orquesta típica”, whose music celebrates the integrity and diversity of their region's cultural roots.
Find out more »The Very Last Not-So-Annual Fiddle Scouts Used CD and LP Fundraiser
Your last opportunity to sift through thousands of classic folk, blues and Americana CDs and LPs, most for $1 each. All proceeds go to fund Fiddle Scouts, a program where musicians play music with children.
Find out more »Anne Hills wsg Matt Watroba
Old friends Anne Hills and Matt Watroba will join together to share a night of new songs and old favorites.
Find out more »Miko Marks
This Flint native leans into life through her exquisite songs and stories. A veteran of the country / Americana music scene, The Fiddle is excited to finally host Miko Marks!
Find out more »October 2023
Joel Mabus
"It's hard to imagine another artist on the folk scene who combines the same concise, deceptively understated, lyrical insight and sometimes devastating wit with such world-class instrumental prowess." -MUSICHOUND FOLK
Find out more »Corn Potato String Band at The Robin Theatre
Co-presented with the Robin Theatre. This trio of virtuoso multi-instrumentalists are immensely fun. Performing expertly curated songs from bygone eras, in antiquated styles, they deliver delightful and memorable shows every time.
Find out more »Annie Capps and a Band of Badass Women
Featuring Annie Bacon, Fay Burns, Emily Slomovits, Sara Gibson, and Julianna Wilson... what does Annie Capps have in store?
Find out more »John Doyle
You have seen him in Solas or playing with Liz Carroll. Don't miss this very rare solo visit by one of Celtic musics superstars!
Find out more »A Duo of Duos: The Dangling Participles and Dave Boutette and Kristi Lynn Davis
Two of Michigan's finest acoustic duos team up for a night of original songs, old favorites, and a lot of laughs.
Find out more »November 2023
May Erlewine
May Erlewine returns to her roots to present a rare, solo acoustic performance. Now an annual Fiddle event, May presents masterful songs describing real people living real lives in today's world.
Find out more »Violet Bell at the Robin Theatre
“In a crowded field of Americana artists who claim influence from disparate genres…. Violet Bell truly pushes against the limitations and expectations of genres and genders.. Ross’s soulful vocal gymnastics sound downright wild… defying stylistic bounds.” -Indyweek
Find out more »Adrienne Torf and Voices of the Revolution performing Torf’s and June Jordan’s “Collaboration”
A powerful, local performance poetry troupe teams with pianist Adrienne Torf to recreate her classic work, "Collaboration." Co-sponsored with the East Lansing Women in the Arts Festival.
Find out more »Joe Jencks, Alternative Holiday Sale Concert
Co-Produced with The Peace Education Center/ Alternative Holiday Sale. A veteran of the peace and justice caucus under the folk music umbrella, Joe Jencks presents songs to make us laugh, cry and sing along.
Find out more »December 2023
The Don Julin Trio
In his return to the Fiddle, Michigan's mandolin guru Don Julin and friends Joe Wilson and Kevin Gills team up to present a night of musical magic.
Find out more »20th Annual Holiday Sing, hosted by Sally Potter wsg Doug Austin, Doug Berch, Ruelaine Stokes and special guest Cruz Villarreal
For 20 years, song leader and banjoist Sally Potter has invited the community to sing holiday songs - together. With familiar faces Doug Austin on the grand piano and Doug Berch on hammered dulcimer, and spoken word artist Ruelaine Stokes, Potter leads familiar selections surrounding winter, Solstice, peace, Christmas, and beyond. Lyric sheets provided.
Find out more »January 2024
True Blues: Cedric Watson and Corey Harris
Two masters of the blues together for one very special evening!
Find out more »Liz Carroll, Nic Gareiss and Allison de Groot
Chicago Irish fiddler Liz Carroll joins Old Time banjoist Allison De Groot and percussive dancer extraordinaire Nic Gareiss for a night of music and dance exploration.
Find out more »February 2024
Mid-Winter Singing Festival Friday Night Community Sing
The 20th Mid-Winter Singing Festival starts with the huge Community Sing, led by veterans Rachael Davis, Joel Mabus, Robert B. Jones, and Frank Youngman. Lyric sheets provided.
Find out more »Mid-Winter Singing Festival Saturday Afternoon Community Sing
At this 20th Singing Festival, the Saturday afternoon community sing will pull songs from the two books that have sustained the community singing movement: Rise Up Singing and Rise Again. A group of experienced song leaders will take turns leading their favorites. Books welcome but not necessary; lyric sheets provided.
Find out more »SOLD OUT: Wilson Thicket
Co-produced with the Robin Theatre. A Michigan-based supergroup of bluegrass virtuosos featuring Jason Dennie, Scott Kendall, Keith Billik, and Aaron Markovitz.
Find out more »RUNA
RUNA breathes fresh life into traditional Celtic music by digging into the songs and tunes to find the universal thread that binds past to present.
Find out more »Feufollet
The young and vibrant Southwest Louisiana band takes Cajun, honky-tonk, and string-band music as their starting point, and keeps an open mind about where their song craft will lead them. Food and Drinks available on site at Urban Beat.
Find out more »March 2024
Seth Bernard and Jordan Hamilton
UPDATE: The Ten Pound Fiddle has just learned that Seth Bernard has COVID and cannot be part of tonight's show. That means that tonight's audience will be treated to a full night of music from the multi-talented, delightful, Earthwork Music Collective member, Jordan Hamilton. See you there!
Find out more »Sam Robbins
Co-produced with the Robin Theatre. Often described as an old soul singer songwriter, “what Sam Robbins does looks effortless. He's self-motivated, genuine and has a quiet confidence that simply grabs your attention any time he is on stage.” — Patty Duffey, Music On and Up
Find out more »David Francey + Fiddle’s Annual Membership Meeting
“One of Canada’s best loved troubadours” --Toronto Star, “The closest thing has to Woody Guthrie” --The Georgia Straight
Annual Ten Pound Fiddle Membership Meeting, 6 pm – 7 pm. All are welcome. (Only) Fiddle members vote on any issues. Meet the Fiddle Board of Directors. Held at the UUMC before the concert.
SOLD OUT Jake Shulman-Ment and Laurel Premo at The Robin Theatre
What happens when the finest Klezmer fiddler of his generation teams up with a friend, a marvelous multi-instrumentalist? Come find out!
Find out more »April 2024
Hot Club of Cowtown
America's Premiere Hot Jazz & Western Swing Trio: "An arsenal full of technique and joy." - Jon Caramanica, New York Times
Find out more »The Springtails CD Release Concert
The Springtails - led by Julianna and Andy Wilson - are a Michigan-based band known for their swing-era style vocals and eclectic instrumentation. Joining forces with the incomparable Joe Wilson, this special show will celebrate the release of their new recording AND their new line-up.
Find out more »Zoe Mulford
Transatlantic Singer-Songwriter from Manchester, UK and the writer of "The President Sang Amazing Grace."
Find out more »Tall Poppy String Band and Northern Resonance
Co-produced with the Robin Theatre. Two phenomenal trios, bringing stellar examples of American and Swedish string music traditions, one one bill!
Find out more »