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SUMMARY:Gemini
DESCRIPTION:Gemini is the much-loved duo of Sandor and Laszlo Slomovits. They’ve been performing since 1973 and are now playing music for the third—or is it fourth?—generation of young fans and families. They write and perform acoustic music for children and families\, celebrating with their audiences the warmth\, fun\, and joy of family life. A Gemini concert is a kinetic event\, filled with rousing singalongs\, hand motion tunes\, folk tales\, and music from around the world. Since 1979 San and Laz have released numerous recordings for adults and children and families. These recordings have won a number of awards including ones from Parents’ Choice Magazine\, the American Library Association\, the National Parenting Publications (NAPPA)\, and the Wolf Trap Institute for Early Learning Through the Arts. Gemini will be joined by Emily on vocals and violin\, as well as by their friend and award-winning keyboard player\, Brian Brill. \nGemini’s annual Thanksgiving weekend concert is a benefit for Mott Children’s Hospital. Emily\, San’s daughter\, was born and cared for in the Holden NICU of Mott 30 years ago\, and this is their annual “Thank You” concert.
URL:https://theark.org/event/gemini-241201/
LOCATION:The Ark\, 316 S. Main\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Howard Levy 4 and Madcat's C.A.R.Ma. Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Howard Levy is a master of the diatonic harmonica\, a superb pianist\, innovative composer\, educator\, and producer. At the age of 19\, he discovered how to play the diatonic harmonica as a fully chromatic instrument by developing techniques on it that had never existed before. This enabled Howard to take the harmonica out of its usual role as a Folk and Blues instrument\, and into the worlds of Jazz\, Classical\, Middle Eastern music\, and more. His discovery unlocked infinite possibilities for the harmonica world. \nPeter Madcat Ruth’s C.A.R.Ma. Quartet  features eclectic traditional and improvisational music played by four veteran Ann Arbor musicians: John Churchville on tabla\, Brennan Andes on bass\, guitarist Dan Ripke\, and harmonica virtuoso Peter Madcat Ruth.
URL:https://theark.org/event/howard-levy-4-and-madcats-c-a-r-ma-quartet/
LOCATION:The Ark\, 316 S. Main\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241203T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241203T230000
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CREATED:20240611T130024Z
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SUMMARY:The Bygones
DESCRIPTION:It’s human nature to look back\, and to try to make sense of that which has gone by. For the luminous indie folk duo of Joshua Lee Turner and Allison Young\, it’s a question not only of what should be relinquished\, but also what might be worth taking with you. “There’s goodness in every decade of \nmusic. And there’s goodness in every season of life\,” Josh shares. “For us\, it’s about finding what’s golden in the past and bringing that forward.” \nThe pair share an eclectic nostalgia for sounds of the past—Jazz and Classical\, Golden Age musicals\, big bands of the ‘40s\, singer-songwriters of the ‘60s\, dewy indie rock of the early 2010s—as well as a passion for instrumental music and covers. These points of connection began online\, culminated in an impromptu recording session in Nashville\, and compelled an unexpected path forward.  \nThe duo’s first release together\, a cover of Willie Nelson’s “Crazy\,” gathered massive enthusiasm online as well as the fervent demand of one UK promoter that they tour overseas. Josh and Allison accepted the invitation and rushed to record an EP to have something—anything—to play for audiences\, audiences which sold out venues and applauded The (yet-to-be-named) Bygones with standing ovations before they even strummed a note. “It didn’t make any sense\,” Josh says. “We weren’t a band yet.” But to see The Bygones live is to comprehend the hype. Allison’s stylish\, luminescent presence and vocal finesse\, Josh’s astonishing technical aptitude\, and the palpable joy in their onstage dynamic create a live show experience that demands multiple encores.  \nRather than a band asking the world to listen\, the world asked these two musicians to be a band. Their debut album ‘The Bygones’ was released April 4\, 2024 on Tonetree.
URL:https://theark.org/event/the-bygones-241203/
LOCATION:The Ark\, 316 S. Main\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sold Out
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241204T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241204T230000
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SUMMARY:Antje Duvekot & Seth Glier
DESCRIPTION:The earth speaks to us in a myriad of ways — through ice cores\, through uplift and erosion\, through tree rings — languages we have the potential to restore our literacy in. Reconnecting with these quiet messages has set Seth Glier\, an avid mushroom forager and a Grammy-nominated artist from Western Massachusetts\, on a path of channeling nature’s longing for communion with humanity into song. His new album\, “Everything\,” is a collection of eight songs inviting us to imagine a future in which humans and the planet are re-aligned into mutual restoration. \nAntje Duvekot is a compelling live performer and a crafter of intricate\, closely observed songs. She’s the winner of some of the top songwriting awards\, including the Grand Prize in the John Lennon Songwriting Competition\, the prestigious Kerrville (TX) “Best New Folk Award” and\, in one of the nation’s top music markets\, the Boston Music Award for “Outstanding Folk Act”\, three of the top prizes in the singer songwriter world. Antje comes to The Ark with her fifth studio album\, “New Wild West\,” released September 15th.
URL:https://theark.org/event/antje-duvekot-seth-glier-241204/
LOCATION:The Ark\, 316 S. Main\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241205T230000
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SUMMARY:Jeffrey Foucault
DESCRIPTION: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. \nIn September of 2024 Jeffrey Foucault will release THE UNIVERSAL FIRE (Fluff & Gravy\, 9/6/24)\, his first album of entirely new material since 2018. A series of high-voltage performances cut live in one room\, the album is both a working wake – Foucault lost his best friend and drummer Billy Conway\, to cancer in 2021 – and a meditation on the nature of beauty\, artifact\, and loss. \nAugmenting Foucault’s all-star band with members of Calexico and Bon Iver (drummer John Convertino and producer/saxophonist Mike Lewis) THE UNIVERSAL FIRE sets Conway’s death against the massive 2008 fire at the Universal Studios lot in California that destroyed the master recordings of some of our bedrock American music\, to interrogate ideas about mortality\, legacy\, meaning\, and calling.
URL:https://theark.org/event/jeffrey-foucault-241205/
LOCATION:The Ark\, 316 S. Main\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
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SUMMARY:BLKBOK
DESCRIPTION: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. \nHis explosive and immersive live music experiences have earned him a reputation for engaging and enthralling audiences with his extraordinary talent. With an extensive background in the music industry\, he is no stranger to hard work and dedication. He has toured as a lead pianist and musical director\, accompanying artists such as Rihanna\, Justin Timberlake\, Demi Lovato\, and collaborating with productions such as Cirque du Soleil. Through his diverse experiences\, he continues to deliver breathtaking performances that leave a lasting impact on all who witness his extraordinary musical prowess. 
URL:https://theark.org/event/blkbok-241206/
LOCATION:The Ark\, 316 S. Main\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241207T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241207T230000
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SUMMARY:An Acoustic Christmas with Over the Rhine
DESCRIPTION:2024 Christmas Tour Thoughts: \nOne 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 and apparently they thought we were up to the task. We worked up a few carols and traditional tunes and Karin even read a poem by Thomas Hardy called\, The Oxen. \nIt actually felt really good and conjured up an unusual mix of feelings from childhood: innocence\, loss\, wonder\, joy\, sadness. I think we were surprised.  \nPeople must have tuned into the radio broadcast\, because we began receiving inquiries as to whether we had recorded any of our Christmas songs. I don’t think we had considered it at the time\, but any young\, struggling songwriter is open to the suggestions of the marketplace\, and people were persistent. \nIn December of 1996 – can it really be over 25 years ago? – we recorded and released our first song cycle of some of the Christmas carols that still haunted us. We included a few original tunes and called our wintry mix The Darkest Night Of The Year. We played a special “darkest night” release concert on winter solstice in an old 1300-seat theater in Cincinnati. Every last seat was full. Folks began snatching up copies and seemed to agree that they hadn’t heard anything quite like it. \nWe began playing concerts around the Midwest every December and found that the rooms were usually packed full of people who had bundled in out of the cold with prized compatriots. Hats and scarves abounded. If you stepped outside during intermission\, you could make ghosts with your breath in the crisp night air. And it was dark – oh so dark: a time of year with its own music. \nA decade later\, in 2006\, we released our first full collection of original Christmas/holiday songs called Snow Angels. What is it about Christmas music and the undeniable gravitational pull it exerts on some songwriters? So many Christmas songs have already been written. I think we are genuinely curious about the ones that haven’t yet been written. \nWe continued to tour every December and these special year-winding-down concerts began to feel like an annual tradition – gatherings of extended musical family\, without whom\, we’d be homeless. \nBy the time we released our third holiday album of original songs\, Blood Oranges In The Snow\, in December of 2014\, Karin suggested we had discovered a new genre of music: Reality Christmas. \nIt’s true: if you’ve buried a loved one\, or lost a job\, or battled a chronic illness\, that stuff doesn’t go away during the holidays. It can be a complicated season for many of us. \nAnd then there’s family. \nWhen Karin and I make the annual holiday pilgrimage home to visit family and pull into the driveway and turn off the car\, one of us inevitably looks over at the other and says\, “Tie a rope around my waist\, I’m goin’ in.” \nIn 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. \nMaybe a midnight snow will fall and turn each streetlight into its own private snow globe. Maybe\, regardless of whatever reality Christmas brings\, we’ll hear a faint echo of a song once rumored to have been sung by angels\, a song of peace on earth\, goodwill toward all… We’ve never heard anything quite like it. \nWe hope you’ll join us\, \nLinford Detweiler\nWith Karin close by\nNowhere Else\nClinton County\, Ohio
URL:https://theark.org/event/an-acoustic-christmas-with-over-the-rhine-241207/
LOCATION:MI
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SUMMARY:The Empty Pockets
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://theark.org/event/the-empty-pockets-241208/
LOCATION:The Ark\, 316 S. Main\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241210T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241210T230000
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SUMMARY:Johnny Delaware
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://theark.org/event/johnny-delaware-241210/
LOCATION:The Ark\, 316 S. Main\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241212T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241212T230000
DTSTAMP:20260417T121532
CREATED:20241010T140047Z
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SUMMARY:Ebird & Friends Holiday Show
DESCRIPTION: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. Produced by Erin Zindle\, the singer\, songwriter & multi-instrumentalist of Erin Zindle & the Ragbirds\, this concert series has become the most warm-hearted way to begin the holiday season. This unique concert showcases a creative approach to seasonal music\, with old chestnuts\, deep cuts\, and original tunes from a wide range of genres and traditions. These songs bring us in from the cold and connect us in the spirit of the season. \nPlease note when selecting seats\, if you choose a General Admission seat on the map (represented by a yellow dot)\, you will select your seat when you arrive for the show from any General Admission area. General Admission seats are first come\, first served. Selecting a GA seat on the map does not guarantee you those specific seats\, only seats within the general admission area.
URL:https://theark.org/event/ebird-friends-holiday-show-241212/
LOCATION:The Ark\, 316 S. Main\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Low Ticket Alert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241213T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241213T230000
DTSTAMP:20260417T121532
CREATED:20241010T140035Z
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SUMMARY:Ebird & Friends Holiday Show
DESCRIPTION: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. Produced by Erin Zindle\, the singer\, songwriter & multi-instrumentalist of Erin Zindle & the Ragbirds\, this concert series has become the most warm-hearted way to begin the holiday season. This unique concert showcases a creative approach to seasonal music\, with old chestnuts\, deep cuts\, and original tunes from a wide range of genres and traditions. These songs bring us in from the cold and connect us in the spirit of the season. \nPlease note when selecting seats\, if you choose a General Admission seat on the map (represented by a yellow dot)\, you will select your seat when you arrive for the show from any General Admission area. General Admission seats are first come\, first served. Selecting a GA seat on the map does not guarantee you those specific seats\, only seats within the general admission area.
URL:https://theark.org/event/ebird-friends-holiday-show-241213/
LOCATION:The Ark\, 316 S. Main\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241214T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T121532
CREATED:20241010T140004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T202750Z
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SUMMARY:Ebird & Friends Holiday Show
DESCRIPTION: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. Produced by Erin Zindle\, the singer\, songwriter & multi-instrumentalist of Erin Zindle & the Ragbirds\, this concert series has become the most warm-hearted way to begin the holiday season. This unique concert showcases a creative approach to seasonal music\, with old chestnuts\, deep cuts\, and original tunes from a wide range of genres and traditions. These songs bring us in from the cold and connect us in the spirit of the season. \nPlease note when selecting seats\, if you choose a General Admission seat on the map (represented by a yellow dot)\, you will select your seat when you arrive for the show from any General Admission area. General Admission seats are first come\, first served. Selecting a GA seat on the map does not guarantee you those specific seats\, only seats within the general admission area.
URL:https://theark.org/event/ebird-friends-holiday-show-241214-matinee/
LOCATION:The Ark\, 316 S. Main\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Low Ticket Alert
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241214T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241214T230000
DTSTAMP:20260417T121532
CREATED:20241010T140044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241010T150832Z
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SUMMARY:Ebird & Friends Holiday Show
DESCRIPTION: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. Produced by Erin Zindle\, the singer\, songwriter & multi-instrumentalist of Erin Zindle & the Ragbirds\, this concert series has become the most warm-hearted way to begin the holiday season. This unique concert showcases a creative approach to seasonal music\, with old chestnuts\, deep cuts\, and original tunes from a wide range of genres and traditions. These songs bring us in from the cold and connect us in the spirit of the season. \nPlease note when selecting seats\, if you choose a General Admission seat on the map (represented by a yellow dot)\, you will select your seat when you arrive for the show from any General Admission area. General Admission seats are first come\, first served. Selecting a GA seat on the map does not guarantee you those specific seats\, only seats within the general admission area.
URL:https://theark.org/event/ebird-friends-holiday-show-241214/
LOCATION:The Ark\, 316 S. Main\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241217T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241217T230000
DTSTAMP:20260417T121532
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SUMMARY:Community High Jazz
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://theark.org/event/community-high-jazz-241217/
LOCATION:The Ark\, 316 S. Main\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241218T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241218T230000
DTSTAMP:20260417T121532
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SUMMARY:The Ark's Open Stage
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWhy play Open Stage at the Ark? Do it to be heard. Do it so you know you can. Do it to take your music to the masses. Tremendous local performers like Dick Siegel\, Misty Lyn\, and Matt Watroba spent time honing their craft on Open Stage audiences. Even nationally recognized talents like Mary Chapin Carpenter\, Gilda Radner\, and David Alan Grier paid their dues here. If you’re not interested in getting on stage tonight\, get your practice in at being a great audience member and observer of new music.
URL:https://theark.org/event/the-arks-open-stage-241218/
LOCATION:The Ark\, 316 S. Main\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241219T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241219T230000
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SUMMARY:VOICES featuring Ki5 with Aviva Match and Lorian Janine
DESCRIPTION: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.  They’ll be joined by some special guests for this VOICES show! \nPrepare to be spellbound as the mesmerizing loop station magic of Ki5 reimagines your favorite R&B\, pop\, and soul hits with the finesse of an a cappella virtuoso. His performance is a soul-stirring experience that transcends genres and defies expectations. Once again\, he’s not just bringing you music – he’s taking you on an exhilarating journey through the sonic universe as soulfully written vocal lines collide with each other\, beatboxing\, and even light instrumentation.  \nDrawing inspiration from musical luminaries like Reggie Watts\, Bobby McFerrin\, and Bon Iver\, Ki5’s authentic\, empathetic\, and liberating style is nothing short of transformative. His artistry has catapulted him to the spotlight\, sharing stages with legends such as Erykah Badu\, CeCe Peniston\, and Reggie Watts – a testament to his boundless versatility as both an artist and a show-stopping performer. \nVoices is a series of artist-cultivated concerts at The Ark conceived and created by Ann Arbor musician Kyler Wilkins\, AKA vocal looping artist Ki5. The series seeks to expand the representation of Michigan BIPOC artists and audiences at The Ark. Each show\, intentional time will be taken to get to know each artist in the form of brief interviews and musical breaks to have them speak about their journey as musicians and performers with the hope that people in the audience are more connected to and inspired by those voices.
URL:https://theark.org/event/voices-featuring-ki5-and-aviva-match-241219/
LOCATION:The Ark\, 316 S. Main\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241220T223000
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SUMMARY:Spending Christmas with Alicia Witt
DESCRIPTION:Alicia Witt\, star of this summer’s smash hit movie “Longlegs” opposite Nicolas Cage\, 9 Hallmark Christmas movies\, and with four decades worth of film\, TV and stage credits\, makes her return to The Ark to celebrate the release of her first full length Christmas album\, “I Think I’m Spending Christmas With You.”  \nA classically trained\, award winning pianist and Billboard Top 30 charting singer-songwriter\, Alicia and her band will get you in the holiday spirit with this festive show. Featuring nine heartfelt and uplifting originals and three holiday standards\, you’ll hear the entire new album\, as well as all Alicia’s previously released original Christmas songs\, many of which you’ve heard in her Hallmark movies over the years.  \nVIP tickets include a general admission ticket to the performance\, early entry into the venue\, and a pre-show meet & greet.
URL:https://theark.org/event/alicia-witt-241220/
LOCATION:The Ark\, 316 S. Main\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241221T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241221T230000
DTSTAMP:20260417T121532
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T175524Z
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SUMMARY:Blackthorn
DESCRIPTION:Members of the Michigan Irish American Hall of Fame\, Blackthorn offers shows that involve a musical ramble across Ireland. Traditional songs of emigration\, ballads\, shanties and jigs and reels combine with some of Ireland’s best contemporary songs for a musical experience that is uniquely Irish. Each of the band’s members plays multiple instruments\, including flute\, accordion\, tin whistle\, fiddle\, banjo\, cittern\, bodhran\, and more. These instruments complement the lead vocal of Belfast native Richard McMullan and the band’s tight blend of four-part harmony. This band has been bringing a rich tapestry of Celtic music to southeast Michigan and beyond for 40 years\, and they’re a must-see for those who want to know the deep traditions of Irish music in Michigan.
URL:https://theark.org/event/blackthorn-241221/
LOCATION:The Ark\, 316 S. Main\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241228T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241228T230000
DTSTAMP:20260417T121532
CREATED:20241114T150008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T174251Z
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SUMMARY:Crossroads Ceili
DESCRIPTION:The Ark’s annual Crossroads Ceili is a great way to mark the turning of the year. It’s a gathering of local Celtic-oriented singers\, instrumentalists\, and dancers\, all sharing the stage to get your Celtic music year off to a good start. If you’d like to get an idea of the depth of southeastern Michigan’s Celtic music scene\, the Ceili is a great place to do it. Fiddler Mick Gavin\, the organizer of the Ceili and a frequent performer there\, was recently inducted into the Irish Music Hall of Fame. This year’s lineup includes Adrienne O’Shea\, Hannah Harris\, Jack Abernathy\, Mick\, Sean and Mike Gavin\, Darby Casey\, and Bear Whitmer.
URL:https://theark.org/event/crossroads-ceili-241228/
LOCATION:The Ark\, 316 S. Main\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
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