Valerie June
Valerie June has built a devoted following by ignoring expectations. She is simultaneously rural and cosmopolitan, historically minded and contemporary,…
An Evening with Bettye LaVette
Bettye LaVette was hailed by the New York Times as “one of the great soul interpreters of her generation”. She is a song stylist. Her gift is to be able to…
Music Appreciation Series: Blue Moon Klezmer Band
Blue Moon Klezmer Band returns to the Stoughton Opera House to perform traditional music of celebration from the Jewish people of Eastern Europe. The word…
Altan
Altan is celebrating 40 years on the road! After four decades, Altan remains at the forefront of traditional Irish music, blending the raw energy of their…
Music Appreciation Series: Hannah Wolkstein, Cello; Stacey Regehr, Piano
Stacy Fehr Regehr, pianist, is an active collaborative artist in the Madison area and performs regularly as a member of both Oakwood Chamber Players and…
L. Shankar
Considered a living legend, a pioneer, and a musical genius, L. Shankar’s prolific career as a touring violinist, vocalist, and composer has redefined what…
AJ Lee & Blue Summit
AJ Lee & Blue Summit are an award-winning, energetic, charming, and technically jaw-dropping band quickly rising on the national roots music scene.…
S. Carey
S. Carey is the moniker of Eau Claire, Wisconsin-based mult-instrumentalist, songwriter, and producer Sean Carey, commonly recognized as the drummer, backing…
Music Appreciation Series: The Hunt String Quartet
The Hunt Quartet of the Madison Symphony Orchestra’s Up Close and Musical® program is excited to perform on the Fall Music Appreciation Series! Up Close and…
Tab Benoit with Ghalia Volt
Join us for an exhilarating evening as the legendary multi-GRAMMY nominee and wetlands activist Tab Benoit brings his high-energy Soul of the Swamp Tour 2026…
Music Appreciation Series: Shauncey Ali Quartet
The Shauncey Ali Quartet captivates audiences with evocative melodies and daring arrangements that straddle the intersection of tradition and innovation by…
Josh Ritter: A Book of Gold Thrown Open with special guest Kathleen Edwards
Josh Ritter is a renowned singer, songwriter, musician, artist and best-selling author. One of today’s most thoughtful and prolific voices, he has released…
Special Consensus
Led by banjo master Greg Cahill for 50 years, Special Consensus blends the drive of traditional bluegrass with contemporary creativity and award-winning…
Music Appreciation Series: David Kuester, Voice; Karlos Moser, Piano
“Singing through the languages”- Dr. David Kuester, baritone, and Karlos Moser, piano will present a program featuring music for piano and voice by renowned…
Jeffrey Foucault
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…
Davina and the Vagabonds
Davina Sowers and the Vagabonds have created a stir on the national music scene with their high-energy live shows, level A musicianship, sharp-dressed…
Music Appreciation Series: Trevor Stephenson, Baroque Organ
Trevor Stephenson, Artistic Director of Madison Bach Musicians, will bring a Baroque Chamber Organ. Dr. Stephenson will play and discuss music by Fresbobaldi,…
Michael Perry & The Long Beds
Wisconsin’s favorite bestselling humorist and author Michael Perry returns with his band the Long Beds for a night of music, storytelling, and laughter. Perry…
Karla Bonoff
Karla Bonoff has been described as one of the finest singer/songwriters of her generation. That description is not hyperbole. Bonoff has enjoyed critical…
The Arcadian Wild
The Arcadian Wild is an indie folk/pop group from Nashville, TN, led by songwriters Isaac Horn, Lincoln Mick and Bailey Warren, The Arcadian Wild confidently…
Music Appreciation Series: Trio 5- Madlen Breckbill, Viola; Micah Behr, Piano; Phillip Bergman, Cello
Trio 5 presents a program for viola/violin, cello, and piano, featuring the beloved Fauré Piano Trio, alongside a vibrant contemporary work by living composer…
Music Appreciation Series: Christopher Allen, Classical Guitar
Christopher Allen has earned his Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctorate degrees in classical guitar performance. He has studied formally with Javier Calderon…
Béla Fleck: My Bluegrass Heart
“They nearly always come back,” said Béla Fleck. “All the people that leave bluegrass. I had a strong feeling that I’d be coming back as well.” My Bluegrass…
Lizzy & The Triggermen
LA-based big band, Lizzy & the Triggermen, make vintage music for modern times. As NPR raves, they are "one part Eartha Kitt, one part Ella Fitzgerald, one…