Community Calendar

Pianist Tyler Driskill presents a companion concert to his lecture series with Brent Wagner featuring timeless songs by Cole Porter, Rodgers & Hart, and Rodgers and Hammerstein. The collective contributions of these writers total nearly 80 stage shows and approximately 3,000 songs, works that have inspired generations of writers and constitute the very foundation of the Great American Songbook canon. Driskill will be joined by students from the U-M Musical Theatre Department and veteran Broadway drummer, Joe Mowatt.

Tyler Driskill, piano/vocals
Joe Mowatt, drums
UM Musical Theatre student vocalists:
Aliyah Douglas
Zee Happonen
Kevin Ludwig
Elle Michaels

Klezmephonic takes audiences on a journey through the rich musical landscapes of Eastern Europe, blending Klezmer, Balkan, and Roma traditions. Ann Arbor’s premier klezmer band brings this repertoire to life with spirited freylakhs, soulful khosidls, and evocative Yiddish melodies. Featuring the talents of violinist Henrik Karapetyan, clarinetist Eric Schweizer, vocalist/accordionist Jennifer Goltz, bassist Dave Sharp, and percussionist Mike List, the ensemble showcases both virtuosity and deep cultural insight. Between tunes, Klezmephonic shares captivating stories that illuminate the fascinating history and evolution of Klezmer music.

Since 2014, Klezmephonic has brought to life repertoire ranging from traditional frolicking freylahks, wailing clarinet khosidls, sobbing violin shers, and yearning Yiddish melodies to the exciting favorites of Klezmer’s resurgence. The astounding skills and talents of violinist Henrik Karapetyan, clarinettist Eric Schweizer, vocalist/accordionist Jennifer Goltz, bassist Dave Sharp, and percussionist Mike List combine to make Klezmephonic the Midwest’s premier Klezmer band. All five permanent members are academically trained musicians who also perform in a multitude of genres, including classical, Jazz, Balkan, Irish, Near Eastern, world music, avant-garde, and improvisational styles. Between tunes in concert halls, civic spaces, festivals, and at weddings and parties, Klezmephonic is ready with a well-researched story that illuminates Klezmer’s fascinating roots.

It’s engagement season and 20 something Kinzley, an assistant and aspiring writer for BANGS! Magazine, is still single and turning 30 on Christmas Day! She returns home to her small town of Whispering Pines to celebrate the double engagement of her sister and dad (not to each other). If she can win the affections of Eric Silverspoon, she can make it a triple engagement, receive a promotion, and make all her dreams come true this Christmas!
December 5-7 and 11-14 | Thur-Sat at 7:30pm, Sun at 2pm

Start your holiday season with Carols & Croissants: A Morning of Holiday Harmonies and Tasty Delights at Kerrytown Concert House! Professional vocalists from Detroit’s historic Mariner’s Church, led by pianist and choir director Kevin Bylsma, will fill the hall with festive carols—and invite the audience to join in the singing. This joyful morning concert offers a fresh twist on KCH’s beloved Croissant Concert tradition, held annually on the first Saturday in December. As always, guests will be treated to complimentary croissants, pastries, coffee, and orange juice while savoring the spirit of the season.

It’s engagement season and 20 something Kinzley, an assistant and aspiring writer for BANGS! Magazine, is still single and turning 30 on Christmas Day! She returns home to her small town of Whispering Pines to celebrate the double engagement of her sister and dad (not to each other). If she can win the affections of Eric Silverspoon, she can make it a triple engagement, receive a promotion, and make all her dreams come true this Christmas!
December 5-7 and 11-14 | Thur-Sat at 7:30pm, Sun at 2pm

It’s engagement season and 20 something Kinzley, an assistant and aspiring writer for BANGS! Magazine, is still single and turning 30 on Christmas Day! She returns home to her small town of Whispering Pines to celebrate the double engagement of her sister and dad (not to each other). If she can win the affections of Eric Silverspoon, she can make it a triple engagement, receive a promotion, and make all her dreams come true this Christmas!
December 5-7 and 11-14 | Thur-Sat at 7:30pm, Sun at 2pm

It’s engagement season and 20 something Kinzley, an assistant and aspiring writer for BANGS! Magazine, is still single and turning 30 on Christmas Day! She returns home to her small town of Whispering Pines to celebrate the double engagement of her sister and dad (not to each other). If she can win the affections of Eric Silverspoon, she can make it a triple engagement, receive a promotion, and make all her dreams come true this Christmas!
December 5-7 and 11-14 | Thur-Sat at 7:30pm, Sun at 2pm

It’s engagement season and 20 something Kinzley, an assistant and aspiring writer for BANGS! Magazine, is still single and turning 30 on Christmas Day! She returns home to her small town of Whispering Pines to celebrate the double engagement of her sister and dad (not to each other). If she can win the affections of Eric Silverspoon, she can make it a triple engagement, receive a promotion, and make all her dreams come true this Christmas!
December 5-7 and 11-14 | Thur-Sat at 7:30pm, Sun at 2pm

It’s engagement season and 20 something Kinzley, an assistant and aspiring writer for BANGS! Magazine, is still single and turning 30 on Christmas Day! She returns home to her small town of Whispering Pines to celebrate the double engagement of her sister and dad (not to each other). If she can win the affections of Eric Silverspoon, she can make it a triple engagement, receive a promotion, and make all her dreams come true this Christmas!
December 5-7 and 11-14 | Thur-Sat at 7:30pm, Sun at 2pm

It’s engagement season and 20 something Kinzley, an assistant and aspiring writer for BANGS! Magazine, is still single and turning 30 on Christmas Day! She returns home to her small town of Whispering Pines to celebrate the double engagement of her sister and dad (not to each other). If she can win the affections of Eric Silverspoon, she can make it a triple engagement, receive a promotion, and make all her dreams come true this Christmas!
December 5-7 and 11-14 | Thur-Sat at 7:30pm, Sun at 2pm