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David Roth is well-known to folk music enthusiasts as the author of 'May the Light of Love,' 'Manuel Garcia,' 'The Armor Song,' 'Last Day on Earth,' 'Is It Too Much to Ask,' and 'Some People Say,' among countless other songs.
“David has reached our hearts. With voices like his still singing, there’s a certainty that the candle will remain lit, the hope reasserted and the dream still sung…” - Peter Yarrow (Peter, Paul, & Mary)

Grammy-nominated, described as “an absolute master” (No Depression), Molsky transports audiences to another time and place, with his authentic and personal interpretations of rarities from the Southern Appalachian songbook and other musical traditions from around the globe. Best known for his work on the fiddle, Bruce’s banjo, guitar and his distinctive, powerful vocals also resonate with listeners. His combination of technical virtuosity and relaxed conversational wit makes a concert hall feel like an intimate front porch gathering.

TUNE IN is an inclusive music showcase for performers and songwriters from Greater Lansing. You are invited to share a song, or just enjoy great music from your friends and neighbors.

Call her a drag queen, call her a musician, call her an entertainer — but trust: you will call her. Flamy Grant is a trailblazing artist from Asheville, North Carolina. Beautifully blending her Appalachian roots with drag artistry and musical excellence, this powerhouse vocalist, intrepid songwriter, and shame-slaying drag queen serves up a therapeutic, theatrical experience that is fearless, flamboyant, and full of heart. Flamy is brilliant, resilient proof that nothing is sacred (but everything is holy) — and shame belongs in the closet.

The second performer to give a concert for the Ten Pound Fiddle, long-time supporter Joel Mabus gives his annual fall show to his many fans, friends and this, his folk music community. A very talented singer, songwriter, instrumentalist, and political and music historian, Mabus is often mentioned as one of the finest folk music artists in the country.

Caller: Lo Ziv; Band: Robins Nest

Members of the Earthwork Collective, Seth Bernard and Jordan Hamilton are great friends who often come together and share stages all over Michigan and beyond. Bernard on guitar and Hamilton on cello, both add vocals and instrumentals on each other's pieces. “Seth Bernard is one of nature’s most subtle creations, and a hurricane.” - Billy Strings “Jordan Hamilton is part political activism, part hopefulness, part performance art, part soundscapes, and all entirely mesmerizing.” -John Sinkevics, Local Spins

May Erlewine continues to be one of Michigan's finest writers and performers of acoustic music. Her words have held solace for weary hearts. They offer a light in the darkness and leave space for both the pain and joy of being alive. May's annual Ten Pound Fiddle concert gives her fans a chance to hear what she has been up to over the past year.

Join percussionist Lori Fithian for an interactive drumming experience where the whole family can drum, sing, and dance together using a diverse collection of global and homemade percussion instruments.

Co-sponsored with the Robin Theatre. Warren and Flick were the talk of the 2025 FARM (Folk Alliance Region Midwest) Conference held in Chicago. The Ann Arbor-based duo crafts a compelling sound that blends original composition and improvisation with classical, jazz, and folk traditions. Their newest record, Cormorant (2025), captures a further evolution—brimming with sonic color, inventive textures, and a continued spirit of curiosity.

Caller: TBD: Birdhouse Holler

Bookish bite. Sharp harmonies. Songs about saints, scientists, and stubborn women. Winners of the 2025 Telluride Bluegrass Band Contest, Rachel Sumner and Traveling Light blends bluegrass and folk genres with close three-part harmony, virtuosic musicianship and fearless storytelling, creating concerts that are as entertaining as they are thought-provoking.