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April 2022

Showman and Coole

April 22, 2022 @ 7:30 pm

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

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM
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Emma´s Revolution: Pat Humphries and Sandy O.

April 29, 2022 @ 7:30 pm

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.

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM
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May 2022

Postponed – Lynn Miles

May 4, 2022 @ 7:30 pm

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

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The Robin Theatre 1105 Washington Ave
Lansing, MI 48901 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM

Contra and Square Dance

May 7, 2022 @ 7:00 pm

Caller: Laurie Pietravaile; Band: Big Fun.

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Central United Methodist Church 215 N. Capitol Avenue
Lansing, MI 48933 United States
$10 Adults and $5 students.

SOLD OUT! Sweet Water Warblers: Rachael Davis, May Erlewine, Lindsay Lou

May 7, 2022 @ 7:30 pm

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.

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM
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SOLD OUT! Allison de Groot and Tatiana Hargreaves – Wednesday Show

May 11, 2022 @ 7:30 pm

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.

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The Robin Theatre 1105 Washington Ave
Lansing, MI 48901 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM

Cancelled: Frank Youngman and Seth Bernard: FAMILY SHOW

May 14, 2022 @ 5:00 pm
Frank Youngman and Seth Barnard

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.

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
$5 per person

Frank Youngman and Seth Bernard

May 14, 2022 @ 7:30 pm

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.

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM
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SOLD OUT! The Chenille Sisters, wsg The Royal Garden Trio

May 20, 2022 @ 7:30 pm

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.  

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM

Sound an Echo: Sara Pajunen and Rachael Kilgour – Wednesday Show

May 25, 2022 @ 7:30 pm

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.

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The Robin Theatre 1105 Washington Ave
Lansing, MI 48901 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM
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September 2022

Evie Ladin & Keith Terry

September 16, 2022 @ 7:30 pm

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.

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$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM
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Contra and Square Dance

September 17, 2022 @ 7:00 pm

Caller: Bev Bernbaum; Band: MJM Music Makers band

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Central United Methodist Church 215 N. Capitol Avenue
Lansing, MI 48933 United States
$10 members, $12 public, $6 students & 1st timers.

From Scotland, Old Blind Dogs

September 23, 2022 @ 7:30 pm
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."

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM
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Vance Gilbert

September 30, 2022 @ 7:30 pm

“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! 

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM
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October 2022

Contra and Square Dance

October 1, 2022 @ 7:00 pm

Caller: Laurie Pietravaile; Band: Tana and the Tall Boys

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Central United Methodist Church 215 N. Capitol Avenue
Lansing, MI 48933 United States
$10 members, $12 public, $6 students & 1st timers

Joel Mabus

October 7, 2022 @ 7:30 pm

"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

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$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM
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Kitty Donohoe

October 14, 2022 @ 7:30 pm
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

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM
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Contra and Square Dance

October 15, 2022 @ 7:00 pm

Caller: Rick Szumski; Band: Asking for Trouble

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Central United Methodist Church 215 N. Capitol Avenue
Lansing, MI 48933 United States
$10 members, $12 public, $6 students & 1st timers.

Stella! and The Lesser Halves

October 21, 2022 @ 7:30 pm
Stella! Photo by Rustic Dandelions Photography.

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.

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM
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May Erlewine

October 28, 2022 @ 7:30 pm

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

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November 2022

John McCutcheon

November 4, 2022 @ 7:30 pm
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.

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Contra and Square Dance

November 5, 2022 @ 7:00 pm

Caller: Mike Clark; Band: Banjo Tramps

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Central United Methodist Church 215 N. Capitol Avenue
Lansing, MI 48933 United States
$10 members, $12 public, $6 students & 1st timers.

Nervous but Excited – Women in the Arts Festival

November 12, 2022 @ 6:30 pm

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.

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Edgewood United Church 469 N Hagadorn Rd
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM
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David Roth at THE ROBIN THEATRE. Special Engagement: Limited Seating

November 16, 2022 @ 7:30 pm

Co-produced with The Robin Theatre, in Lansing´s REO Town. 

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The Robin Theatre 1105 Washington Ave
Lansing, MI 48901 United States
$25 Public; $20 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM
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Windborne, Alternative Holiday Sale Concert

November 18, 2022 @ 7:30 pm

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

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Edgewood United Church 469 N Hagadorn Rd
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM
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Contra and Square Dance

November 19, 2022 @ 7:00 pm

Caller: Maeve Devlin; Band: Liberty String Band

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Central United Methodist Church 215 N. Capitol Avenue
Lansing, MI 48933 United States
$10 members, $12 public, $6 students & 1st timers.

December 2022

Full Cord

December 2, 2022 @ 7:30 pm

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.

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM
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Contra and Square Dance

December 3, 2022 @ 7:00 pm

Caller: Martha Vander Kolk; Band: MJM Music Makers

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Central United Methodist Church 215 N. Capitol Avenue
Lansing, MI 48933 United States
$10 members, $12 public, $6 students & 1st timers.

Holiday Sing with song leader Sally Potter, Doug Berch, Connie Gamage and spoken word artist Ruelaine Stokes

December 9, 2022 @ 7:30 pm

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.

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM
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“Song of Solstice” featuring OCEAN Celtic Quartet

December 16, 2022 @ 7:30 pm
OCEAN Celtic Quartet

A Celtic Christmas Celebration for all! Bring your voices, as you’ll be invited to sing along!

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM
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Contra and Square Dance

December 17, 2022 @ 7:00 pm

Caller: Carol Steiner; Band: Scarlet Runner String Band

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Central United Methodist Church 215 N. Capitol Avenue
Lansing, MI 48933 United States
$10 members, $12 public, $6 students & 1st timers.

New Years Eve Contra and Square Dance

December 31, 2022 @ 6:30 pm - January 1, 2023 @ 12:00 am

New Years Eve Dance. Caller: Darlene Underwood; Band: The Johns

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Dewitt Township Community Center 16101 Brook Rd.
Lansing, MI 48906 United States
$20/member, $25/public, $10/student, kids free

January 2023

Contra and Square Dance

Saturday, January 7 @ 7:00 pm

Caller: Julie Levy-Weston; Band: Tana and the Tall Boys

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Central United Methodist Church 215 N. Capitol Avenue
Lansing, MI 48933 United States
$10 for members, $12 for non-members, and $6 for students and first time dancers

The Wilson Brothers feat. Elden Kelly

Friday, January 20 @ 7:30 pm
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.

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM
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Gender Inclusive Contra and Square Dance

Saturday, January 21 @ 7:00 pm

Caller: Mae Wilson; Band: Pimento Mori

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Central United Methodist Church 215 N. Capitol Avenue
Lansing, MI 48933 United States
$10 for members, $12 for non-members, and $6 for students and first time dancers

Damn Tall Buildings  

Friday, January 27 @ 7:30 pm

“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

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM
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February 2023

19th Mid-Winter Singing Festival Community Sing

Friday, February 3 @ 7:30 pm
MWSF 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.

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM
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Mark Dvorak’s Children’s Concert

Saturday, February 4 @ 11:00 am

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.

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
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19th MWSF Saturday Workshops and Afternoon Community Sing

Saturday, February 4 @ 11:00 am

The MWSF Saturday events provide another opportunity for our community to sing and play music - together!

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
$20 Saturday wristbands will be on sale at site. Students free.

Contra and Square Dance

Saturday, February 4 @ 7:00 pm

Caller: Rick Szumski; Band: Banjo Tramps

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Central United Methodist Church 215 N. Capitol Avenue
Lansing, MI 48933 United States
$10 for members, $12 for non-members, and $6 for students and first time dancers

From Scotland, Tannahill Weavers 

Friday, February 10 @ 7:30 pm

"An especially eloquent mixture of the old and the new." - New York Times

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM
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Ruby John and John Warstler

Friday, February 17 @ 7:30 pm
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.

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM
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Contra and Square Dance

Saturday, February 18 @ 7:00 pm

Caller: Laurie Pietravaile; Band: The Johns

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Central United Methodist Church 215 N. Capitol Avenue
Lansing, MI 48933 United States
$10 for members, $12 for non-members, and $6 for students and first time dancers

From Nova Scotia, Cassie & Maggie

Friday, February 24 @ 7:30 pm
Cassie and 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

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
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March 2023

Drummunity Percussion Experience with Lori Fithian

Saturday, March 4 @ 10:30 am
Lori Fithian

Celebrate the return of Fiddle Scouts with the return of Lori Fithian and her “Drummunity” circle!

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
Suggested donation of $5 per child or $10/family collected at each gathering.

Afternoon: English Country; Evening: Contra & Square Dance

Saturday, March 4 @ 2:00 pm

English : Gaye Fifer; Music: Debbie Jackson, Josh Burdich, and Susie Lorand
Contra: Gaye Fifer; Music: Meg Dedolph, Jonathan Whitall & Peter Martin

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Central United Methodist Church 215 N. Capitol Avenue
Lansing, MI 48933 United States
$10 for members, $12 for non-members, and $6 for students and first time dancers

MOVED TO SUNDAY, 3PM: Matt Watroba and Claudia Schmidt

Sunday, March 5 @ 3:00 pm
Matt Watroba and Anne Hills

Fiddle favorites Matt Watroba and Claudia Schmidt return for a heartwarming evening of song and story.

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM
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Deidre McCalla

Friday, March 10 @ 7:30 pm

Singer-songwriter Deidre McCalla, the "dreadlocked troubadour" celebrates the power and diversity of the human spirit.

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
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From Ireland, Karan Casey Trio

Thursday, March 16 @ 7:30 pm

"...the Irish equivalent of Emmylou Harris." - WASHINGTON POST

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM
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Contra and Square Dance

Saturday, March 18 @ 7:00 pm

Caller: Carol Steiner; Band: Tana and the Tall Boys & Friends (Fred Johnson, Tana Denning, Charlie Anderson, and Sarah Tyriver)

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Central United Methodist Church 215 N. Capitol Avenue
Lansing, MI 48933 United States
$10 for members, $12 for non-members, and $6 for students and first time dancers

Postponed: Violet Bell

Friday, March 24 @ 7:30 pm
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

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM

Jake Blount, Nic Gareiss & Laurel Premo + Fiddle’s Annual Membership Meeting

Friday, March 31 @ 7:30 pm
Jake Blount, Nic Gareiss & Laurel Premo

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.

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
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April 2023

Youngman & Oldman feat. Peter Madcat Ruth (Frank Youngman, Mark Schrock, & Madcat Ruth)

Saturday, April 1 @ 10:30 am
Youngman & Oldman feat. Peter Madcat Ruth (Frank Youngman, Mark Schrock, & Madcat Ruth)

This eclectic Michigan-based trio has a quirky repertoire performed on a variety of instruments that will delight children of all ages.

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
Suggested donation of $5 per child or $10/family collected at each gathering.

Contra and Square Dance

Saturday, April 1 @ 7:00 pm

Caller: Patricia Reeser; Band: Call Us What You Will ( John Hatton, Mike Ross, Marilyn Branch, and Jim Cooper)

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Central United Methodist Church 215 N. Capitol Avenue
Lansing, MI 48933 United States
$10 for members, $12 for non-members, and $6 for students and first time dancers

‘Performer’s Workshop’ presented by James Keelaghan

Wednesday, April 5 @ 6:00 pm
'Performer's Workshop' presented by James Keelaghan

You are invited to spend an evening exploring elements that make up a top notch artistic presentation.

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The Robin Theatre 1105 Washington Ave
Lansing, MI 48901 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 5:30 PM
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SOLD OUT – James Keelaghan – In Concert at The Robin Theater

Thursday, April 6 @ 7:30 pm
James Keelaghan - In Concert at THE ROBIN THEATRE

James Keelaghan returns to the Fiddle in support of his CD release for 'Second Hand.'

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The Robin Theatre 1105 Washington Ave
Lansing, MI 48901 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM

Lady of the Lake – Karrie Potter Richards, Pooh Stevenson, and Wanda Degen and many special guests

Friday, April 14 @ 7:30 pm
Lady of the Lake - Karrie Potter Richards, Pooh Stevenson, and Wanda Degen

A forty-year anniversary celebration with special guests Doug Berch, Kay Rinker-O'Neil, Dave Langdon, John Mikelsavage, and Mike Ross

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM
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Contra and Square Dance

Saturday, April 15 @ 7:00 pm

Caller: Laurie Pietravaile; Band: Big Fun

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Central United Methodist Church 215 N. Capitol Avenue
Lansing, MI 48933 United States
$10 for members, $12 for non-members, and $6 for students and first time dancers

April Verch and Cody Walters

Friday, April 21 @ 7:30 pm
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.

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
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Katie Dahl

Friday, April 28 @ 7:30 pm
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

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
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May 2023

Miss Wanda & Mister Dan (Wanda Degen & Dan Giacobassi)

Saturday, May 6 @ 10:30 am
Miss Wanda & Mister Dan

Musicians Wanda Degen & Dan Giacobassi present a fun, educational, interactive concert for children & families.

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
Suggested donation of $5 per child or $10/family collected at each gathering.

Contra and Square Dance

Saturday, May 6 @ 7:00 pm

Caller: Mike Clark; Band: Liberty String Band

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Central United Methodist Church 215 N. Capitol Avenue
Lansing, MI 48933 United States
$10 for members, $12 for non-members, and $6 for students and first time dancers

Contra and Square Dance

Saturday, May 20 @ 7:00 pm

Caller: Darlene Underwood; Band: Pimento Mori

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Central United Methodist Church 215 N. Capitol Avenue
Lansing, MI 48933 United States
$10 for members, $12 for non-members, and $6 for students and first time dancers

June 2023

Contra and Square Dance

Saturday, June 3 @ 7:00 pm

Caller: Kathy Anderson; Band: Banjo Tramps

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Central United Methodist Church 215 N. Capitol Avenue
Lansing, MI 48933 United States
$10 for members, $12 for non-members, and $6 for students and first time dancers

September 2023

SOLD OUT! Lone Piñon at the Robin Theatre

Thursday, September 14 @ 8:00 pm
Lone Piñon

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.

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The Robin Theatre 1105 Washington Ave
Lansing, MI 48901 United States
$25 General Admission, includes $1 online purchase fee. Tickets available at: therobintheatre.com
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Contra and Square Dance

Saturday, September 16 @ 7:00 pm

Caller: Carol Steiner; Band: Tana and the Tall Boys

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Central United Methodist Church 215 N. Capitol Avenue
Lansing, MI 48933 United States
Sliding scale $5-25

The Very Last Not-So-Annual Fiddle Scouts Used CD and LP Fundraiser

Friday, September 22 @ 9:00 am

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.

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
No admittance fee to day-long fundraising sale of 1000s of CDs and LPs. Most are $1 each.
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Anne Hills wsg Matt Watroba

Friday, September 22 @ 7:30 pm
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.

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
$20 Public; $18 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM
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Miko Marks

Friday, September 29 @ 7:30 pm
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!

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University United Methodist Church (UUMC) 1120 S. Harrison
East Lansing, MI 48823 United States
$25 Public; $20 Fiddle Members; $5 Students. Available online or at the box office at 6:30 PM
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Contra and Square Dance

Saturday, September 30 @ 7:00 pm

Caller: Julie Levy-Weston; Band: Banjo Tramps

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Central United Methodist Church 215 N. Capitol Avenue
Lansing, MI 48933 United States
Sliding scale $5-25
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