January 2023
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 »19th MWSF Saturday Workshops and Afternoon Community Sing
The MWSF Saturday events provide another opportunity for our community to sing and play music - together!
Find out more »Contra and Square Dance
Caller: Rick Szumski; Band: Banjo Tramps
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 »Contra and Square Dance
Caller: Laurie Pietravaile; Band: The Johns
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
Drummunity Percussion Experience with Lori Fithian
Celebrate the return of Fiddle Scouts with the return of Lori Fithian and her “Drummunity” circle!
Find out more »Afternoon: English Country; Evening: Contra & Square Dance
English : Gaye Fifer; Music: Debbie Jackson, Josh Burdich, and Susie Lorand
Contra: Gaye Fifer; Music: Meg Dedolph, Jonathan Whitall & Peter Martin
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 »Contra and Square Dance
Caller: Carol Steiner; Band: Tana and the Tall Boys & Friends (Fred Johnson, Tana Denning, Charlie Anderson, and Sarah Tyriver)
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
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.
Find out more »Contra and Square Dance
Caller: Patricia Reeser; Band: Call Us What You Will ( John Hatton, Mike Ross, Marilyn Branch, and Jim Cooper)
Find out more »‘Performer’s Workshop’ presented by James Keelaghan
You are invited to spend an evening exploring elements that make up a top notch artistic presentation.
Find out more »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 »Contra and Square Dance
Caller: Laurie Pietravaile; Band: Big Fun
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 »May 2023
Miss Wanda & Mister Dan (Wanda Degen & Dan Giacobassi)
Musicians Wanda Degen & Dan Giacobassi present a fun, educational, interactive concert for children & families.
Find out more »Contra and Square Dance
Caller: Mike Clark; Band: Liberty String Band
Find out more »Contra and Square Dance
Caller: Darlene Underwood; Band: Pimento Mori
Find out more »June 2023
Contra and Square Dance
Caller: Kathy Anderson; Band: Banjo Tramps
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 »Contra and Square Dance
Caller: Carol Steiner; Band: Tana and the Tall Boys
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 »Contra and Square Dance
Caller: Julie Levy-Weston; Band: Banjo Tramps
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 »Contra and Square Dance
Caller: Mike Clark; Band: Askin for Trouble
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 »Contra and Square Dance
Caller: Rick Szumski; Band: Banjo Tramps
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 »Carolyn Koebel & Samuel Nalangira
Join world percussionist/music therapist Carolyn Koebel and Ugandan drummer/dancer/singer/multi-instrumentalist Samuel Nalangira for a fun-filled, interactive African musical jamboree!
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 »Contra and Square Dance
Caller: Laurie Pietravaile; Band: Pimento Mori
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 »Contra and Square Dance
Caller: Mae Wilson
Band: Whitt Meade and Kathy Anderson
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 »Contra and Square Dance
Caller: Dwayne Johnson
Band: The Scarlet Runner String Band
New Years Eve Contra and Square Dance
Celebrating John and Christy English! Caller: Gaye Fifer; Band: The Johns. Come early for the potluck!
Find out more »January 2024
Contra and Square Dance
Caller: Julie Levy-Weston
Band: Askin for Trouble
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 »Contra and Square Dance
Caller: Martha Vanderkolk
Band: Josiah Panning, Luke Panning, and Myron Grant
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 »MWSF Children’s Concert – Lake Effect Family Band
Northern Michigan family roots band with tight harmonies, hilarious original songs and traditional music, featuring
Tiyi Schippers, David Bunce, Rachael Davis, and 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 »Contra and Square Dance
Caller: Maeve Devlin
Band: Pimento Mori
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 »Contra and Square Dance
Caller: Larry Dyer
Band: Banjo Tramps
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 »Contra and Square Dance
Bob Stein Birthday bash!
Caller: Darlene Underwood
Band: Cosmic Otters
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.
Contra and Square Dance
Caller: Rick Szumski
Band: Tana and the Tall Boys