Great Lakes troubadour Lee Murdock has formed a new band, Blue Horizon, adding buoyant harmonies and rhythmic undercurrents to build a sound that’s as refreshing as a splash of fresh water over the bow. Lee Murdock is broadly acknowledged as “the premier interpreter of songs and tales about the Great Lakes,” Blue Horizon's arrangements of
Kitty Donohoe will make a return visit to our library, sharing folk songs from the Great Lakes, along with her new children's book "Henny & Benny Bunyan and the Maple Syrup Adventure".
This Brooklyn-based blues duo consists of Hugh Pool on guitar, boot board, vocals, and harmonica, and John Ragusa on any number of flutes, tin whistles, jaw harp, and conch shells. Inventive instrumental know-how and boundless blues expression evoke the muggy Mississippi Delta. Together they are a potent force in contemporary blues – original and interesting.
Yes, this is the 10th Birthday for the Glen Arbor Women's Club "Running Bear 5K Run/Walk & 1/2 Mile Kids' Run." Join us for the celebration on Tuesday, July 26th, at 9:00 a.m. in front of Cherry Republic on Lake St. in Glen Arbor, Michigan. This is a favorite event for both local residents and
The Crane Wives are a home grown indie-folk group that defies musical stereotypes. They utilize three-part harmonies, eclectic instrumentation, and a passion for songs crafted to create music that is both accessible and innovative. Their live show features contagious energy with original music that ranges from quiet ballads to danceable groove.
Jeremy Kittel is a fiddler, violinist, and composer, fluent in multiple musical genres. He moves from original Celtic compositions to Irish-tinged jazz, new grass and triplefiddle harmonies, with startling improvisations and plenty of traditional Scottish and Irish tunes. Joshua Pinkham, mandolin, and guitarist Quinn Bachand round out the trio.
Jeremy Kittel is a fiddler, violinist, and composer, fluent in multiple musical genres. He moves from original Celtic compositions to Irish-tinged jazz, new grass and triplefiddle harmonies, with startling improvisations and plenty of traditional Scottish and Irish tunes. Joshua Pinkham, mandolin, and guitarist Quinn Bachand round out the trio.
The Moxie Strings is the electrifying combination of fiddler, Diana Ladio, and cellist, Alison Lynn, along with percussionist, Fritz McGirr. With their feel-good melodies and foot stomping rhythms, this trio puts a fresh, enticing spin on Celtic and Americana music. Their ear-catching originals and danceworthy traditional tunes have made them one of Michigan’s most well-loved
The Moxie Strings is the electrifying combination of fiddler, Diana Ladio, and cellist, Alison Lynn, along with percussionist, Fritz McGirr. With their feel-good melodies and foot stomping rhythms, this trio puts a fresh, enticing spin on Celtic and Americana music. Their ear-catching originals and danceworthy traditional tunes have made them one of Michigan’s most well-loved
ARTISTS PAINT THE CRYSTAL RIVER The theme of this year’s Quick Draw is the Crystal River. This gem of a waterway gently meanders through Glen Arbor beginning at the intersection/trailhead of CR675 (Crystal View Road), the east side of Glen Arbor and along M22 before heading toward Lake Michigan. Artist paintings must have some part
Participating artists in the Paint Out return their completed works ready for display to the Glen Arbor Art Association late in the day for a juried exhibit and “wet painting” sale and reception. Our Guest juror will award three cash prizes. A fourth prize, the People’s Choice Award, is determined by popular vote at the
Dave Hardin’s music exemplifies the combination of folk music, bluegrass, twang, and flat-top pickin’, now known as Americana. His songs come from life observed, both the hardships and the triumphs. Dave’s trio includes Lauren Hardin, accordion and Bob DeCocq, bass.
