Make Wednesdays your midweek escape with Interlochen Public Radio. Join us for Classical Happy Hour at The Little Fleet in Traverse City.
Every Wednesday starting at 5 p.m. from June 25 to July 30, The Little Fleet patio comes alive with music and community connection. Each event is free and open to all.
"This series is about taking classical music out of the concert hall and into the heart of the community," says Alexandra Herryman. "Many of our guest artists are 'classical-adjacent' musicians, and we’re excited to offer an experience that’s both approachable and enriching."
We would like to extend a special thank you to this year’s Classical Happy Hour series sponsor, PNC Bank. Join us this summer for some great music at this beautiful open-air setting in downtown Traverse City!
Wednesday, June 25: Six Mile Strings (more information)
Six Mile Strings is a Detroit-based classical string quartet formed by four friends. Since forming in 2019, the quartet has performed in venues ranging from the Music Box at the Max in Detroit to the tip of the Leelanau Peninsula, from inside the beautiful Basilica of Ste. Anne de Detroit to outdoor concerts in the greater Traverse City area.
Wednesday, July 2: Kodak Quartet (more information)
This dynamic, award-winning string quartet is setting the world on fire with their passionate and energetic playing. They are highly regarded for their work with contemporary composers on new compositions and for presenting traditional works with a contemporary flavor.
Wednesday, July 9: Warren & Flick (more information)
Warren & Flick crafts a sound both invitingly full and authentically transparent, captivating listeners through original material that balances familiarity with an exploratory spirit. Jacob Warren plays double bass, and Grant Flick plays violin, tenor guitar and nyckelharpa. Their music is a reflection of their friendship and wide musical interests.
Wednesday, July 16: Archipelago (more information)
The Archipelago Project is a non-profit music education organization dedicated to advocating musical arts through performance, residency, and consultation. The Project and musicians immerse audiences in diverse programming that spans musical styles from around the globe.
Wednesday, July 23: Artist TBD
More information coming soon!
Wednesday, July 30: Ruby John and John Warstler (more information)
Ruby John, a traditional fiddler and member of the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians, plays styles ranging from Old-Time and French Canadian to Metis, Irish, and Bluegrass. Guitarist John Warstler, a longtime performer and teacher, continues to grow musically through collaborations with talented young artists.
