This recital features music by Eastern European and South American composers. What do these composers have in common? Their music is rooted deeply in folk traditions, at times fiery, always soulful, and expressed through the unique voices of each of the six composers. All six chose to write for the cello and piano duo, calling ... Read more

Get ready for an exhilarating evening of music with the Dave Bennett Quartet as they Swing, Surf & Rock! Clarinetist and multi-instrumentalist Dave Bennett leads his talented quartet, featuring Jeff Kressler on piano, Ed Fedewa on bass, and Pete Siers on drums, through a thrilling journey of 20th-century American music. Their setlist is a lively blend ... Read more

Experience the vibrant, deeply lyrical world of contemporary jazz as pianist and arranger Rick Roe brings Wake Up Call – The Music of Gregg Hill to life. Drawing from the rich, challenging compositions of Michigan-based jazz composer Gregg Hill, this performance showcases Roe’s inventive arrangements alongside a dynamic quartet featuring GRAMMY-award-winning bassist Robert Hurst, drummer Nate Winn, and saxophonist Marcus Elliot Miller. The ... Read more

Kerrytown Concert House is delighted to welcome back pianist Bill Heid this spring for a trio performance with bassist Kurt Krahnke and drummer Jeff Shoup that will take you on a musical journey through blues, funk, neo-soul, jazz, and the vibrant rhythms of Brazilian music. With inventive improvisation, infectious grooves, and deep musical conversation, the ... Read more

Kerrytown Concert House invites you to an unforgettable evening of rhythm and soul as blues piano master Mr. B joins forces with Detroit’s Queen of the Blues, Thornetta Davis. Both artists have earned international recognition for their distinctive styles and commanding stage presence, captivating audiences far beyond Michigan with performances that celebrate America’s rich musical ... Read more

Embark on a vibrant and imaginative musical adventure with Emily Olson (flute), Lorrie Gunn (violin/viola), and Maurice Draughn (harp). This trio brings stories to life through sound—inviting you to wander through poetic landscapes, celebrate cultural rebirth, and feel the full sweep of human expression. The journey begins with Jacques Ibert’s Interludes, a contemplative suite that sets ... Read more

Ann Arbor's quirkiest art fair is back for another year! Come stroll the Old West Side the second weekend in June to see the 2026 artists who made it through the jury. They'll be hosted by generous families throughout the neighborhood on lawns, porches, in garages, and/or in studios to sell their handmade creations. Parking ... Read more

The Great Lakes Chamber Music Festival returns to Kerrytown Concert House this June with Measured Momentum: Music Propelled by Pulse & Precision—an electrifying evening of rhythmic drive, classical elegance, and vivid contemporary storytelling. Pianist Gilles Vonsattel opens with Ludwig van Beethoven’s luminous Piano Sonata No. 24 in F-sharp major, Op. 78, a work of lyric intimacy and ... Read more

From Mozart’s luminous elegance to Dvořák’s folk-inspired vitality, the 2nd installment of Great Lakes Chamber Music Festival’s residency at Kerrytown Concert House this season traces a rich spectrum of musical expression. Clarinetist David Shifrin joins the Candide Quartet for Mozart’s beloved Clarinet Quintet in A major, a cornerstone of the chamber repertoire whose graceful lyricism and warmth highlight the instrument’s ... Read more