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.
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.
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
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 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.
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.
The Manitou Music Festival is pleased to welcome Nessa. Nessa is an exciting new Celtic fusion ensemble, led by flutist/vocalist Kelly McDermott, presenting a dynamic array of freshly arranged ancient Celtic ballads and folk songs from the U.K. This upbeat band combines classical, jazz, and Irish influences with accents of world music, along with clever,
Multi-instrumentalists Katie Larson and Savannah Buist are creating quite a name for themselves among music lovers of all genres. Their influences come from classical, jazz, bluegrass, country, alt-rock, and the obscure. In addition to playing guitar, bass, mandolin, banjo, accordion, and kazoo...you can’t miss the edgy violin and cello that define The Accidentals. $15, children
Studios Reviving many beloved hits such as Puff the Magic Dragon, If I Had a Hammer, and a host of others, Peter, Paul & Mary Remembered are seasoned musicians who present a smooth blend of authentic harmonies and 1960’s nostalgia. This high-energy show combines stellar musicianship, humor, costumes, and audience participation for an unforgettable experience.
Studios Reviving many beloved hits such as Puff the Magic Dragon, If I Had a Hammer, and a host of others, Peter, Paul & Mary Remembered are seasoned musicians who present a smooth blend of authentic harmonies and 1960’s nostalgia. This high-energy show combines stellar musicianship, humor, costumes, and audience participation for an unforgettable experience.
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 grooves. $15, children 18 and
The Moxie Strings is the electrifying combination of fiddler Diana Ladio, and cellist Alison Lynn. With their feel good melodies and foot stomping rhythms, these girls have put a fresh, enticing spin on Celtic and Americana music. Their ear catching originals and dance worthy traditional tunes have quickly made them one of Michigan’s most well-loved
