Community Calendar

On Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 7:00 PM, Interlochen pianist Hyemin Kim will be joined by Khanh Nhi Luong, Third Prize winner of the 2024 Leeds International Piano Competition, for a joint recital titled "Souvenirs of Austria." The program features their respective solo performances of Franz Schubert’s Piano Sonata No. 20 in A Major, D. 959, followed by Johannes Brahms’ 6 Klavierstücke, Op. 118.

*This performance is dedicated to the artists’ former teacher, Professor Otto Niederdorfer, with gratitude and love.

Tickets can be purchased at MyNorhTickets.com, musichouse.org or by calling 231-938-9300

This family-friendly, free event will take place in the Mercato of Building 50, featuring over 75 musicians performing on four different stages. Additional performances will be held at nearby stages, including Left Foot Charley Winery, The Barrel Room (of LFC), Higher Grounds Coffee, and Kirkbride Hall.

The festival’s lineup highlights emerging talent alongside well-loved local favorites such as Jim Crockett and Co., Song of the Lakes, New 3rd Coast, Runaway Mule, STRUM, and students from Interlochen Arts Academy.

A hosted open mic stage at Cuppa Joe coffeehouse will also be available from noon-3pm for anyone interested in participating during the festival.

The Great Indoor Folk Festival runs from noon to 5:30 PM. For more information, or to volunteer, visit the “Great Indoor Folk Festival” page on Facebook or email the festival committee at greatindoorfolkfestival@gmail.com.

Check out the 2026 Lineup here:
www.greatindoorfolkfest.org

In what has become an annual tradition, the Northern Michigan Brass Band (NMiBB) will be returning to Charlevoix to perform a concert at 3:00 P.M. on Sunday, February 22, at the First Congregational UCC. Continuing their long-standing tradition of programming something for everyone, this 30-piece, British-style brass band will perform an eclectic mix of traditional brass band classics, marches, transcriptions, featured solos, contest pieces, pop and jazz.

General admission tickets are $15 for adults and all students will be admitted free. Tickets are available at the door.

NMiBB is a 501(c)(3) organization eligible to receive tax deductible contributions. Please visit northernmichiganbrassband.org for more information.

The Chalfonte Theatre is thrilled to welcome Traverse City’s genre-bending band Jazz Cabbage to The Platform on Thursday, February 26, for an electrifying evening of live music. Opening the night is the enigmatic and high-concept performance act Faceless Jay.

Doors open at 6:00 PM, with Faceless Jay taking the stage at 6:30 PM, followed by Jazz Cabbage at 7 PM for two 45-minute sets.

General Admission: $15
Chalfonte Theatre / Elk Rapids Cinema Members: $10

The Music House Museum is happy to welcome local band East Bay Drive Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 7:00PM

East Bay Drive is a 4-piece American Jazz-Fusion band from Traverse City, Michigan. The band formed in 2019 from a collection of eclectic musicians who met at MusicHub.Live Studios and who all just couldn’t get enough Fourplay, Steely Dan, and creating original compositions. These individuals had worked with each other individually for years but never together as a group. Their unique brand of entertainment fuses dynamic grooves with deep feel, and a friendly humble approach to music that will make you want to move with the groove.

The band members consist of: David Chown-Piano and Keyboards, Rick Kielhe-Guitar, John Richard Paul-Bass, Alex Wyant-Drums, with special guests Ryan Critchfield-Saxophone, and Skylea-vocals.

Get ready for a fun-funky time!

You can get tickets by going to MyNorthTickets here, visiting musichouse.org or by calling 231-938-9300

In cooperation with Short’s Brewing Company, the Northern Michigan Brass Band (NMiBB) will perform a concert at 3:00 P.M. on Sunday, March 1, in the Bellaire High School Performing Arts Center. Continuing their long-standing tradition of programming something for everyone, this 30-piece, British-style brass band will perform an eclectic mix of traditional brass band classics, marches, transcriptions, featured solos, contest pieces, pop and jazz.

General admission tickets are $15 for adults and all students will be admitted free. Tickets are available at the door.

As an extra bonus for this program, all attendees will be give a coupon for 25% discount at Short’s Brewing Company’s Bellaire Pub. The coupon will be honored through the end of March.

NMiBB is a 501(c)(3) organization eligible to receive tax deductible contributions. Please visit northernmichiganbrassband.org for more information.

The Music House is proud to welcome violinist Jay Julio and pianist Josh Tatsuo Cullen Thursday, March 5th at 7:00PM

After first meeting on tour with Broadway’s Hamilton, first-generation Filipino-American violist and Interlochen alum Jay Julio and Japanese-American pianist Josh Tatsuo Cullen are taking the main stage in a duo tour highlighting music by diverse composers with ties to the United States.

Tickets can be purchased at MyNorth Tickets, by going to musichouse.org or by calling 231-938-9300. We hope to see you there

Ember & Ash is the new duo of Alex Holycross (The Native Howl) and Erin Zindle (Erin Zindle & The Ragbirds). Gopherwood is thrilled to host these two fine musicians to our stage and can't wait to hear what new sounds they will bring to us and the music community.

The Chalfonte Theatre, in partnership with the Chalfonte Foundation, is proud to present an unforgettable evening with one of Scotland’s most acclaimed traditional bands, The Tannahill Weavers, performing live on The Platform on Sunday, March 8, 2026. Doors open at 4:00 PM, with the concert beginning at 5:00 PM.

The performance will feature two 50-minute sets separated by a 15-minute intermission. Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 at the door, and—thanks to the Chalfonte Foundation’s commitment to arts access—youth ages 25 and under receive 50% off, an initiative designed to encourage young people to experience world-class cultural events and broaden their artistic horizons.

This special Chalfonte Theatre performance offers Northern Michigan audiences a rare opportunity to experience the power, heritage, and exuberance of one of the world’s most influential Celtic bands—live in an intimate setting. From soulful ballads to foot-stomping reels and jigs, the night promises a dynamic celebration of Scottish culture and musicianship.

Tickets are available now at ChalfonteTheatre.org and at the Elk Rapids Cinema box office.

A traditional Irish band with a truly worldwide reach, Téada celebrates 25 years on the road in 2026. The band has appeared as a frequent headliner at major music festivals throughout the US, Canada, Mexico, Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Australia.