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SUMMARY:Yellow Room Gang
DESCRIPTION:Ticket prices on our website reflect all-in pricing for purchases made online or by phone.  This means the price you see includes the ticket price plus MUTO’s ticket processing fee. Tickets may be purchased with no included fees in person at The Ark during box office hours. \nThe Yellow Room is the “brilliantly yellow” living room of Tamulevich’s house on Ann Arbor’s Old West Side\, where the gang members meet monthly for musical brainstorming and mutual critique. There are eight members of the gang\, most or all of whom are on hand for any given show: Annie Capps\, Kitty Donohoe\, Jan Krist\, Michael Hough\, David Tamulevich\, David Barrett\, Jim Bizer\, and Matt Watroba. Each an accomplished songwriter and performer in their own right\, they create a unique atmosphere of respect and support\, friendship and generosity finding new and unexpected ways to explore beyond their previous personal boundaries.  \nNote that this is an afternoon performance with a start time of 3:00pm!
URL:https://theark.org/event/yellow-room-gang-270103/
LOCATION:The Ark\, 316 S. Main\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
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SUMMARY:Schmaltz // Warren & Flick
DESCRIPTION:Ticket prices on our website reflect all-in pricing for purchases made online or by phone.  This means the price you see includes the ticket price plus MUTO’s ticket processing fee. Tickets may be purchased with no included fees in person at The Ark during box office hours. \nSchmaltz is a modern klezmer band based in Ann Arbor\, Michigan. With a unique sound that hinges on craftily blended genres\, their music provides a refreshing perspective on klezmer music\, infusing traditional Jewish music with contemporary flavor by mixing in elements of jazz\, balkan\, funk\, latin\, and polka. Schmaltz’s debut album\, “The Seltzer Man”\, highlights what fans love: creative compositions\, incredible improvisation\, and the undeniable energy of a roaring horn section. With deep roots at the University of Michigan\, Schmaltz features numerous graduates of the School of Music\, Theater & Dance\, including bandleader and primary composer Ryan Schildcrout (saxophone)\, Michael Gerace (trombone)\, Jacob Warren (bass)\, and current SMTD protégé Christopher Gerace (trumpet). Rounding out the ensemble\, the rhythm section includes Ann Arbor native Jack Harris (drums)\, and award winning pianist\, arranger\, and composer Seulah Noh (piano). \nWarren & Flick creates music that feels both grounded and adventurous—rooted in tradition yet unafraid to explore. With Jacob Warren on double bass and tenor bass\, and Grant Flick on violin\, tenor guitar\, and nyckelharpa\, the duo crafts a compelling sound that blends original composition and improvisation with classical\, jazz\, and folk traditions. Warren & Flick’s music reflects their wide-ranging influences and shared curiosity. They spend much of their time composing\, arranging\, and performing together—crafting pieces that balance clarity and complexity\, familiarity and surprise. Their debut album\, Kestrel (2019)\, introduced their sound; Waxwing (2022) marked a leap forward\, showing deeper ensemble interplay and a willingness to blur stylistic lines. Their newest record\, Cormorant (2025)\, captures a further evolution—brimming with sonic color\, inventive textures\, and a continued spirit of curiosity.
URL:https://theark.org/event/schmaltz-warren-flick-270107/
LOCATION:The Ark\, 316 S. Main\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
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SUMMARY:Jill Jack's Birthday Bash
DESCRIPTION:Ticket prices on our website reflect all-in pricing for purchases made online or by phone.  This means the price you see includes the ticket price plus MUTO’s ticket processing fee. Tickets may be purchased with no included fees in person at The Ark during box office hours. \nJill Jack’s decades-spanning career has carried her across the globe\, captivating audiences both as a solo artist and with her band. She has shared stages with iconic performers like Bob Seger and Loretta Lynn\, cementing her place in the Americana music scene. Blending folk\, rock\, country\, and blues\, her sound is as dynamic as it is authentic—driven by vivid storytelling\, quick-witted humor\, and deeply heartfelt performances. \nWith an impressive catalog of 12 albums and 51 Detroit Music Awards\, Jack’s artistry extends beyond the stage. She has composed music for documentaries and national advertising campaigns\, showcasing her versatility as a creator. \nBeyond her musical achievements\, Jack is deeply committed to giving back—engaging in missionary work\, supporting nonprofit initiatives\, and mentoring artists of all ages. Her career reflects not only artistic excellence but a lasting dedication to community and connection. \nFor over a decade\, Jill Jack has celebrated her birthday the best way she knows how — through music\, with her beloved fans and incredible band. Join the party as The Jill Jack Band electrifies the stage and fills the room with love\, laughter\, and unforgettable melodies. Happiness is guaranteed — all you need to do is buy a ticket!
URL:https://theark.org/event/jill-jacks-birthday-bash-2/
LOCATION:The Ark\, 316 S. Main\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
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SUMMARY:Heywood Banks
DESCRIPTION:Ticket prices on our website reflect all-in pricing for purchases made online or by phone.  This means the price you see includes the ticket price plus MUTO’s ticket processing fee. Tickets may be purchased with no included fees in person at The Ark during box office hours. \nHeywood Banks is simply one of a kind\, almost impossible to describe\, with a style his very own. Equal parts genius and buffoon\, this songwriter-comic-singer-poet-musician has become a cult hero and a pop icon\, with a show that appeals to college students\, stoners\, businessmen\, yuppies\, rednecks\, punks\, kids or your grandmother. Heywood intersperses his humorous observations of life with twisted\, inventive\, bizarre songs\, sung and played in a variety of styles\, from folk\, to country to rock to pop\, and way beyond. You have to be pretty sharp to get Heywood at his deepest level (he demands a high level of pop culture literacy)\, but you can also enjoy him just for his vocal style impersonations\, expert musicianship and just plain silliness. Heywood has appeared on A&E’s Evening at the Improv\, MTV’s 1/2 Hour Comedy Hour\, CNN’s Hollywood Minute\, Caroline’s Comedy Hour\, Entertainment Tonight\, Showtime Comedy Club Network\, and the Dr. Demento Show\,” and is a frequent guest on the national Bob and Tom radio show. 
URL:https://theark.org/event/heywood-banks-270116/
LOCATION:The Ark\, 316 S. Main\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
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SUMMARY:On A Winter's Night
DESCRIPTION:Ticket prices on our website reflect all-in pricing for purchases made online or by phone.  This means the price you see includes the ticket price plus MUTO’s ticket processing fee. Tickets may be purchased with no included fees in person at The Ark during box office hours. \nPresenting the Reunion Tour of “On A Winter’s Night” from veteran singer-songwriters that remain among the brightest stars of the singer-songwriter movement for the past three decades. In 1994 Christine Lavin gathered them together\, along with folk and Americana artists to showcase music of the Winter Season on the now-classic On A Winter’s Night CD\, followed by several years of touring collaborations. These artists have released dozens of recordings and toured steadily through the decades\, with fond memories of their touring days together. The winter season is again celebrated by these unique and popular performers\, back together by popular demand.  \nPATTY LARKIN She redefines the boundaries of folk-urban pop music with her inventive guitar wizardry and uncompromising lyrics and vocals. Acoustic Guitar Magazine hails her\, “soundscape experiments” while Rolling Stone praises her\, “evocative and sonic shading.” She has been described as\, “riveting” (Chicago Tribune)\, “hypnotic” (Entertainment Weekly)\, and a “drop-dead brilliant” performer (Performing Songwriter). Recently an Artist-in-Residence at Berklee College of Music – and now on the faculty at Fine Arts Work Center – Larkin reflects\, “I have been energized by the poets\, writers\, and artists I have met while teaching\, and find myself on a journey to break down some of the predictable pathways that songs can travel.” Bird in a Cage\, her 14th CD now available\, puts poems from ten notable poets to song\, including US Poet Laureates William Carlos Williams\, Stanley Kunitz\, Kay Ryan\, Robert Pinsky\, and Billy Collins\, for a new and haunting collection that pulses with the magic of lyricism. Poems are made to be shared aloud\, and with Bird\, Patty takes up that tradition and sets it aglow. \nCLIFF EBERHARDT One of the most original songsmiths currently on tour\, Eberhardt is a highly intelligent\, articulate artist whose penetrating and profound lyrics are sometimes overshadowed by his extraordinary guitar playing. Upon close listening\, the Philadelphia-born singer’s gift for the English language is abundantly clear. The words that tumble from his mouth are framed by a raspy yet deeply elegant voice. Like John Hammond and Richie Havens\, Eberhardt continues to carry the torch for traditional and contemporary folk music through his strong live shows. Whether he’s out on tour solo or with a small band\, Eberhardt’s guitar playing\, singing\, and original folk songs and blues make for a compelling\, thought-filled\, emotional roller coaster of a concert.  \nJOHN GORKA Hailed by Rolling Stone as “the leading singer-songwriter of the New Folk movement\,” John Gorka is perhaps the quintessential singer-songwriter of the 90’s folk scene. Originally from New Jersey\, John served an apprenticeship at Godfrey Daniels coffeehouse in Bethlehem\, PA\, then the Greenwich Village Fast Folk scene. Winning the prestigious New Folk award at the Kerrville Folk Festival\, in 1984\, he was then signed to Red House Records on which he released his landmark first of 17 recordings\, I Know. Boston Globe penned Gorka “for the sophisticated intelligence and the provocative originality of his songs.” Recent accolades include 2016’s Indie Acoustic Project’s Best Singer-Songwriter CD of the Year for Before Beginning (Red House Records). 2018 brought his latest release\, and 14th of his career\, True In Time (Compass Records). True In Time (Compass Records). \nLUCY KAPLANSKY “A truly gifted performer…full of enchanting songs” (New York Times). Blending country\, folk and pop styles\, Lucy has the unique ability to make every song sound fresh\, whether singing her own sweet originals\, covering country classics by June Carter Cash and Gram Parsons\, or singing pop favorites by Lennon/McCartney and Nick Lowe. Lucy’s iconic voice has been featured in film and on television\, including commercials like Chevrolet’s iconic “Heartbeat of America” jingle. A Billboard-charting singer and one of the top-selling artists on Red House Records\, she has topped the folk and Americana radio charts and has been featured on shows throughout the world from NPR’s Weekend and Morning Editions to BBC Radio to CBS Sunday Morning. One of the most in-demand harmony singers\, Lucy has sung on countless records\, performing with Suzanne Vega\, Bryan Ferry\, Nanci Griffith\, and Shawn Colvin.
URL:https://theark.org/event/on-a-winters-night-270120/
LOCATION:The Ark\, 316 S. Main\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48104\, United States
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SUMMARY:50th Ann Arbor Folk Fest
DESCRIPTION:Ticket prices on our website reflect all-in pricing for purchases made online or by phone.  This means the price you see includes the ticket price plus MUTO’s ticket processing fee. Tickets may be purchased with no included fees in person at The Ark during box office hours. \nThe Ark and Bank of Ann Arbor are excited to announce the lineup for the 50th Ann Arbor Folk Fest at Hill Auditorium. The festival is The Ark’s largest annual fundraiser and delivers two extraordinary nights of soul-enriching music featuring longtime Folk Fest favorites\, exciting new discoveries\, and the artists who have made this beloved tradition such a special part of our community. Friday night’s lineup is Trampled by Turtles\, Richard Thompson & Band\, The War and Treaty\, Tray Wellington Band\, The Rebel Eves\, and MC Jeff Daniels. \nTicket Categories: \n PLATINUM CIRCLE  \n\n $281.50 ($155 is tax-deductible) \n The best seats in the house—within the first 10 rows \n An invitation to our Folk Fest Pre-Glow Party prior to Saturday’s concert \n Parking pass \n Recognition in the Festival program \n\nGOLD CIRCLE \n\n $136.50 ($55 is tax-deductible) \n Main floor seating \n Recognition in the Festival program \n\n$81.50  \n\n Seats on the main floor\, mezzanine\, or lower balcony \n\n$56.50  \n\n Seats in the upper balcony\, or partially-obstructed seats on the main floor
URL:https://theark.org/event/50th-ann-arbor-folk-fest/
LOCATION:Hill Auditorium\, 825 N University Ave\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Folk Festival
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SUMMARY:50th Ann Arbor Folk Fest
DESCRIPTION:Ticket prices on our website reflect all-in pricing for purchases made online or by phone.  This means the price you see includes the ticket price plus MUTO’s ticket processing fee. Tickets may be purchased with no included fees in person at The Ark during box office hours. \nThe Ark and Bank of Ann Arbor are excited to announce the lineup for the 50th Ann Arbor Folk Fest at Hill Auditorium. The festival is The Ark’s largest annual fundraiser and delivers two extraordinary nights of soul-enriching music featuring longtime Folk Fest favorites\, exciting new discoveries\, and the artists who have made this beloved tradition such a special part of our community. Saturday’s lineup is Colin Hay\, Mavis Staples\, Tommy Emmanuel\, CGP\, Vienna Teng\, DuPont Phillips and MC Jeff Daniels. \nTicket Categories: \n PLATINUM CIRCLE  \n\n $281.50 ($155 is tax-deductible) \n The best seats in the house—within the first 10 rows \n An invitation to our Folk Fest Pre-Glow Party prior to Saturday’s concert \n Parking pass \n Recognition in the Festival program \n\nGOLD CIRCLE \n\n $136.50 ($55 is tax-deductible) \n Main floor seating \n Recognition in the Festival program \n\n$81.50  \n\n Seats on the main floor\, mezzanine\, or lower balcony \n\n$56.50  \n\n Seats in the upper balcony\, or partially-obstructed seats on the main floor
URL:https://theark.org/event/50th-ann-arbor-folk-fest-2/
LOCATION:Hill Auditorium\, 825 N University Ave\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48108\, United States
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