• Jeffrey Foucault

    Special Guest: Erik Koskinen

    The Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

    In two decades on the road Jeffrey Foucault has become one of the most distinctive voices in American music, refining a sound instantly recognizable for its simplicity and emotional power. With a string of critically acclaimed studio albums – “Stark, literate songs that are as wide open as the landscape of his native Midwest” (The New Yorker), “Beat-up troubadour folk whittled to dolorous perfection” (Uncut), “Songwriting Brilliance,” (Irish Times) – he’s built a brick-and-mortar international touring career and a devoted following, one that includes luminaries like Van Dyke Parks, Greil Marcus, and Don Henley.

    $20

    BLKBOK

    The Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

    Born and raised in Detroit, BLKBOK was immersed in a household filled with music. Showing exceptional talent, he quickly made a name for himself as a piano prodigy, garnering recognition and willing prestigious competitions at both the statewide and college levels by the time he was 8. His live performances are an electrifying display of energy and cultural resonance, aiming to captivate audiences like never before with his unique piano-based showmanship.

    $25

    An Acoustic Christmas with Over the Rhine

    "In 2024, more than 25 years after releasing our first holiday CD, we are still at it. This year, we will be leaning into some harmonies and making an intimate but hopefully holy ruckus. It won’t be all Christmas music: we’ll certainly mix in tunes from many of our records along the way. But hopefully it’s still true: hopefully you haven’t heard anything quite like it."

    $30

    The Empty Pockets

    The Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

    Fill the holidays with rock and modern blues! Chicago's Billboard chart-topping quartet The Empty Pockets are bringing their 'MistleTunes' Holiday Concert to town. Seasonal classics like "Silent Night" and "Run Run Rudolph" are given new life through this band's joyful energy. Plus, fresh and fun original songs like "Party at the North Pole" and "Snow Day" are a welcome change from the same-old-songs, year after year. Join The Empty Pockets, as they ignite a bright flame by harnessing a joyful friction between Americana, folk, and rock ‘n’ roll spiked with roots soul.

    $20

    Johnny Delaware

    The Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

    Johnny grew up in South Dakota surrounded by cornfields and gravel roads. He became a state champion runner in high school and later attended college on a scholarship. In his dorm room he started recording and producing music but eventually left college to pursue his passion full-time. In his mid-twenties, he relocated to Charleston, SC and released his album "Secret Wave" with the help of his friend and producer Wolfgang Zimmerman (Band of Horses, Susto). While in Charleston, Johnny helped produce and record various artists' records and co-created the band SUSTO. In 2016, he left the band to start the prog-rock group The Artisanals. After touring internationally as the frontman, Johnny is now focusing on his solo work. His new album, "Para Llevar," is set to release in November 2024 with the New West Records team.

    $20
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    Ebird & Friends Holiday Show

    The Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

    Celebrating its 17th anniversary, the Ebird and Friends Holiday Show has become known for connecting audiences with stellar artists in the Michigan music community. Four performances of this festive revue will occur December 12 through 14.

    $25, $35, $50

    Ebird & Friends Holiday Show

    The Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

    Celebrating its 17th anniversary, the Ebird and Friends Holiday Show has become known for connecting audiences with stellar artists in the Michigan music community. Four performances of this festive revue will occur December 12 through 14.

    $35, $50, $75
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    Ebird & Friends Holiday Show

    The Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

    Celebrating its 17th anniversary, the Ebird and Friends Holiday Show has become known for connecting audiences with stellar artists in the Michigan music community. Four performances of this festive revue will occur December 12 through 14.

    $25, $35, $50

    Ebird & Friends Holiday Show

    The Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

    Celebrating its 17th anniversary, the Ebird and Friends Holiday Show has become known for connecting audiences with stellar artists in the Michigan music community. Four performances of this festive revue will occur December 12 through 14.

    $35, $50, $75

    Community High Jazz

    The Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

    Ann Arbor's Community High Jazz is one of the best programs of its kind anywhere. The Ark is proud to host this year's students on stage for two shows: one at 6:00 and another at 8:00.

    $5

    The Ark’s Open Stage

    The Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

    Whether you're looking for your big break, want to perfect your live performance skills, or just want to perform live for the sheer fun of it, Open Stage nights offer supportive audiences and a terrific space. Performers have eight minutes (or two songs) each to do their thing. Doors open at 7:30, and names are drawn at 7:55 and 8:30. If your name isn't chosen, bring your raffle ticket with you next time, and you'll double your chances.

    $3, Students and Ark Members free

    VOICES featuring Ki5 with Aviva Match and Lorian Janine

    The Ark 316 S. Main, Ann Arbor, MI, United States

    Ann Arbor’s electrifying musical maestro, Kyler Wilkins aka Ki5, is back on the Ark stage! He's delighted to be joined by vocalist Aviva Match who carries a powerful, sincere tone that compliments his breathy, heartfelt vocal expressions.

    $20