Past Events

Susan Werner composes skillful songs that effortlessly slide between folk, jazz, and pop, all delivered with sassy wit and classic Midwestern charm.

The Joe Hill Roadshow is a national concert tour to celebrate the music, life, and legacy of martyred WWI labor songwriter Joe Hill on the 100th anniversary of his death.

Before settling in Ann Arbor, Kitty spent time in East Lansing, raising two kids and taking a turn booking Ten Pound Fiddle concerts! Then, she began to tour, and has not looked back. The Ten Pound Fiddle is delighted to help Kitty celebrate the release of her latest CD, "The Irishman's Daughter."

You have enjoyed hearing him play with The Guy's All-Star Shoe Band on Prairie Home Companion. Now, hear the exquisite musicianship of Pat Donohue.

They have spent the last few years barnstorming the country, and Europe, honing their craft. Now, in high demand, Lindsay Lou and the Flatbellys have set aside time to visit friends and share their music in their native Michigan.

Sparky and Rhonda Rucker perform throughout the U.S. as well as overseas, singing songs and telling stories from the American folk tradition.

A solo performance by "one of America’s very best singer-songwriters." -The New Yorker Co-produced with the East Lansing Women in the Arts Festival.

Don't miss this season's Holiday Sing, hosted by Sally Potter, with special guests Matt Watroba, song leader; Doug Berch, hammered dulcimer; accompanying spoken word artist Ruelaine Stokes; and Doug Austin at the grand piano. Lyric books provided; special ‘family’ pricing.

The acclaimed Irish singer Cathie Ryan and her award-winning band celebrate a traditional Irish American Christmas with The Winter’s Heart®.

Come enjoy a delightful, musical evening, and spend Inauguration Day coming together as a community to welcome their CD, "We Are Welcomed."

John McCutcheon, folk music’s renaissance man — master instrumentalist, powerful singer-songwriter, storyteller, activist, and author.

If you are a fan, or a participant in the most recent Ukulele wave, you need to experience James Hill! FREE pre-show strum for ticket holders!

"A seamless, polished, barrel-drum-tight, rhythmically innovative and wildly entertaining traditional music powerhouse.” -The Guardian

"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

A dynamic Americana quintet from Arizona.

Join in an evening of songs celebrating the songwriter who has influenced popular music and culture for more than five decades. Performers include Jen Sygit, Roger Brown, The Dangling Participles - Tamiko Rothhorn, Austin Kaufmann, Larry Zwier, The Springtails - Andy Wilson and Julianna Wilson, and hosts Jim Hall and Cindy Morgan.

The Wall Street Journal has described Karan Casey as one of the true glories of Irish music today. American audiences were introduced to her as vocalist for the Irish “supergroup” Solas.

This St. Patrick's Day, enjoy Celtic sounds from Monday's Supper, a Pub Sing led by Sally Potter, Irish desserts and fresh, craft stout and wheat brew from a local brewery.

Focusing on songs collected by folklorist and field recording pioneer Alan Lomax, this collaboratory brings together some of North America’s most distinctive and creative roots musicians to revive, recycle, and reimagine traditional music. Join the Fiddle for this very, very special mid-week concert, to be held at Urban Beat, a new, intimate performance space on the first block of Turner Street, in Lansing's Old Town.

“It’s rare to hear something new and exciting in the realm of folk/roots music, but the careful alchemists of The Ragbirds have given us just that!” -Bryan Rodgers, Homegrown Music Network

Long-time Fiddle-favorite, Minneapolis-based singer / songwriter Ann Reed will share her beautiful songs, and hysterical stories with us.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, Melissa Ferrick has cancelled her Friday, April 7 concert. See event for a letter from Melissa.

A Chenille Sisters performance is a blending of three uniquely gifted souls into a musical phenomenon that's more poignant, funny and entertaining than any single performer anywhere - and oh, those exquisite harmonies!

A last minute change brings the Reverend Robert B Jones to the fiddle stage. Reverend Robert Jones, Sr. is an inspirational singer, songwriter, storyteller and self-taught award-winning multi-instrumentalist. Lansing's The Dangling Participles open.

"Ten Pound Fiddle is where I'll be spending my 65th birthday, playing for the community of listeners and celebrating a half century of guitar playing and live performing."

"At every festival I hope to find the gift of one artist whose songwriting and performance stand out. Joe Crookston was that gift for me this year at the Philadelphia Folk Festival. Stunning performance, great songs, and not a word wasted! I LOVE That!" David Francey - Songwriter Ontario

With beautiful harmonies and genre-defying eclecticism, Emma's Revolution delivers the energy and strength of their convictions, in an uprising of truth and hope for these tumultuous times.

"One of Britain's finest song interpreters" - SING OUT!

Join May Erlewine for a heart opening, poignant journey as she releases her new record, Mother Lion. This hand picked and soulful band has crafted a very special evening of song meant to move you.

"The Fitzgeralds are standout musicians in our Canadian music industry...The caliber of musicianship is very high- I think together they are beautiful blend of gorgeous fiddle music, and top rate, absolutely exhilarating dance routines." -Natalie MacMaster, Cape Breton Fiddling Sensation

"Joel Mabus is one of contemporary folk music's most eclectic performers. A skilled guitar, fiddle, banjo, and mandolin player and melodic songwriter, Mabus has played everything from traditional folk tunes to bluegrass, blues, and original songs." -Craig Harris at AllMusic.com

Dianne Davidson, Deidre McCalla, and Jamie Anderson perform in-the-round for an evening of humor and grace running the gamut from gut-wrenching blues to heartbreakingly tender ballads.

Co-produced with the Peace Education Center in conjunction with it's Alternative Holiday sale. "The singers of Windborne have a deep understanding, both musically and culturally, of the traditions from which they draw much of their repertoire. Their singing is a feast of a cappella harmony." -Peter Amidon

"Their sound is panoramic, mischievous, fiercely unpretentious - and musically splendid" - Boston Globe

"Few groups have come as far in such a short period of time as The Steel Wheels" - NPR's Mountain Stage

Don't miss this season's Holiday Sing, hosted by Sally Potter, with special guests Neill Campbell, Pianist;
Lindsay Snyder, Vocalist; Doug Berch, Hammered Dulcimer; Ruelaine Stokes, Spoken Word. Lyric books provided.

Joshua Davis was raised in the folk tradition: the music, the social movements, the land.

Join your friends at the Ten Pound Fiddle Concert Series when "The Fiddle" welcomes three of Michigan's favorite Old Time fiddlers for a night of tunes, songs and the stories behind the music.

Join the Ten Pound Fiddle community as "The Fiddle" welcomes four talented Michigan songwriters for an evening of songs and stories.

Come hear two of the hottest and up-and-coming performers in today's acoustic music world -
"Kiah is an important and innovative presence in contemporary traditional music. Describing herself as a "Southern Gothic, alt-country blues singer/songwriter," Amythyst has a repertoire that honors tradition while crossing genres to illuminate many common threads." ~ Sam Gleaves, The Bluegrass Situation

"I had no idea what to expect when this five foot nothing lady took the stage, all smiles and twinkling eyes and guitar. Then, she opened her mouth and out flew a voice that came straight from the Heavens with all the power and the glory and the truth of someone destined to be a singer. I've been blessed with seeing and hearing a lot of talented musicians in my life, but I have never experienced anyone quite like Irish Mythen. She is a force of nature and a gift from Almighty Herself."
~ Lisa Schwartz, Philadelphia Folk Festival

"Brilliant...She does more than run through her fingertwisting reels and sustained slow airs. Carroll - and her listeners - continually rediscover each melody." The New York Times

Rachael Kilgour and Sara Pajunen bridge their distinct yet complimentary musical histories within traditional music.

In tune with the St. Pat's Day season, the Fiddle features a young, spirited, energetic quintet from Wales.

Join your friends and your community for local favorite Kitty Donahoe (7:30pm) followed by a Pub Sing (9pm), led by Sally Potter. There will be a cash bar, featuring two local craft brews, and complimentary coffee, tea, cider, cookies, and pretzels. Pub Sing song sheets will be provided. 

Tim Eriksen is acclaimed for transforming American tradition with his startling interpretations of old ballads, love songs, shape-note gospel and dance tunes from New England and Southern Appalachia.

SPECIAL THURSDAY SHOW! The Fiddle features three fine Michigan-based singer songwriters in a round robin format at Lansing's Robin Theatre, REO Town.

Written by Si Kahn, and performed by Sue Massek, this one woman musical is about the life of labor organizer and musician, Sarah Ogan Gunning.

"A folk-pop trio from Seattle, performs funny original songs whose exquisite musical detail and subtle needling wit attain a level of craft not often seen in pop" - NY Times

Each player in The Alt is a leading light of today's folk scene and though this could be easily called a supergroup. At its heart, The Alt is really a celebration of friendship and song.

"There is no place to hide on a stage when you play solo or with just one other musician and the award-winning Jones has it down to a fine art." --Joe Giltrap, Irish Post