• Artist Spotlight Series Live and Virtual

    Geneviève Racette

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

    Quebec folk-pop musician Geneviève Racette has captivated listeners with her gentle, yet compelling, emotional resonance, and garnered impressive industry support for her folk-pop tracks ever since her first EP in 2014. Through her vulnerable lyricism and ethereal vocals, Geneviève has emerged as a rising star in both French and English-speaking Canadian music scenes. The trajectory for Geneviève’s career has been on a tremendous incline since her album “No Water, No Flowers” catapulted her from Quebec recognition to national praise, including a Canadian Folk Music Award, performing on stage with City and Colour, rave reviews from media, music publications and blogs, and tracking on multiple radio stations right across Canada.

    Free, Donations accepted for Food Gatherers

    Don Julin Trio

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

    We remember Don Julin from the amazing duet shows that he did with Billy Strings, announcing a monster new talent. The Don Julin Trio, featuring Joe Wilson (dobro) and Kevin Gills (bass), takes listeners through a genre-bending instrumental journey that includes hints of bluegrass, jazz, Latin, funk, film score, and even a bit of baby boomer rock. The Trio includes three of Michigan’s top sidemen. The job of a sideman is to make the “star” look and sound great; these guys have helped many local and national “stars” and bands look and sound great. A short list includes Steppin’ In It, Claudia Schmidt, Greg Brown, Billy Strings, Wayne Hancock, Neptune Quartet, Wilson Brothers, Rusty Blaides, Bill Kirchen, Kenny Olson, and others. In this setting, they can shine the light on each other, showcasing their musical compositions and instrumental abilities.

    $20

    Brain Plasticity Ukulele Collective and BLUESHOUSE!

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

    Brain Plasticity Ukulele Collective is an open community of musicians playing at all levels and abilities. Ukes? Well, it’s more like 30 different instruments. Plasticity? Yes! The Brain Plasticity Ukulele Collective believes that by sharing music and learning how to play a new instrument, you can: “Drop a brain bomb. Fire up the synapses. Rewire some neural pathways.” And BLUESHOUSE!, led by veteran English bluesman Mike Brooks, has enlivened countless stages and street parties around southeast Michigan over the last decade. Join us for a combination that will stretch your brain!

    $20
  • Adam Plomaritas

    Opener: Kylee Phillips

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

    Adam Plomaritas effortlessly arrives at the seamless intersection of sophisticated rock, country, and soul. The Ypsilanti, Michigan–based singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist intricately fuses a warm, bluesy trinity of sound across his thoughtful, intimate catalog. With hints of Michael McDonald, Amos Lee, and Ray Charles, Adam wraps listeners in a soothing, genre-defying embrace. His emotive vocals, hypnotic instrumentation, and introspective tales provide a comforting reassurance about overcoming challenges in life and love. 

    $20

    The Empty Pockets

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

    The Empty Pockets ignite a bright flame by harnessing a joyful friction between Americana, folk, and rock ’n’ roll spiked with roots soul. The Chicago quartet—Josh Solomon (guitar, vocals), Erika Brett (keyboards, vocals), Nate Bellon (bass, vocals), and Adam Balasco (drums)—lean on an unspoken, yet airtight musical dialogue honed by countless miles on the road, performances alongside the likes of Kenny Loggins, a procession of fan favorite releases (including a #1 debut), and a wealth of memories together. They come to Michigan with a new release, “Gotta Find the Moon.”

    $20

    Seamus Egan

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

    It’s hard to think of an artist in traditional Irish music more influential than Seamus Egan. From his beginnings as a teen prodigy, to his groundbreaking solo work with Shanachie Records, to his founding of Irish-American powerhouse band Solas, to his current work as one of the leading composers and interpreters of the tradition, Egan has inspired multiple generations of musicians and helped define the sound of Irish music today. Music comes as naturally to Seamus Egan as breath, but his mastery of the tradition is only one facet of his plans to move the music forward. 

    $25

    Nefesh Mountain

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

    For the month of December, the boundary pushing Americana powerhouse Nefesh Mountain is hitting the road on the Love And Light Tour. Their aim for this unique month-long run of shows is to put forth messages of inclusivity, unity and love, largely in response to the current and devastating war in Israel and Gaza. For these special performances, they have curated an incredibly diverse list of originals and covers, hoping to spread light in these dark times through their music and famously dynamic and touching live shows. The tour also comes on the heels of three brand new singles released this year in anticipation of their newest album "The Cabin Sessions" coming out in February 2024.

    $20

    An Acoustic Christmas with Over the Rhine

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

    One December, not long after Over the Rhine began recording and touring, we were invited to perform some seasonal songs on a public radio station in Cincinnati. It was Christmastime […]

    $31
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    Ebird & Friends Holiday Show

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

    Celebrating its 16th 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 […]

    $25, $35, $50
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    Ebird & Friends Holiday Show

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

    Celebrating its 16th 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 […]

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

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

    Celebrating its 16th 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 […]

    $25, $35, $50
    Low Ticket Alert

    Ebird & Friends Holiday Show

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

    Celebrating its 16th 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 […]

    $35, $50, $75