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Looking forward to this gig as featured artist for the popular Village Tap open mic night. I'll be joined by band mate David Roof for a 45 minute opener where we'll be playing my original tunes and a few favorite covers. The Village Tap has is one of those neighborhood fixtures where everyone goes for a great burger and good local music. Hope you can join us---and if you are inclined, bring your instrument and sign up to play the open mic! They run some of the best sound around with always a great turnout!
Join us at this historic Detroit neighborhood where we'll join over 50 musical acts at 3 venues, including Lager House, Nancy Whiskeys, and The Gaelic League. This is a benefit show with proceeds going to 4 Paws 1 Heart, a 501(c)3 non-profit whose mission is to reduce the number of homeless cats & dogs by paying for needed medical treatment and assisting with the permanent placement of these animals through their partnerships with local rescue groups. We'll be performing at The Gaelic League, Friday, 7:30pm. Please come and hang with us. It's going to be a blast! $20 all access Wristband pre sales coming soon!
My trio with Dave Roof & John Sperendi returns to the funky, cool Triple Goddess Tasting Room Fri. 2/24 8-10pm. No cover. We'll be electric this time. Ready for more of that great Unity Vibration Kombucha beer!
I'll be joining a group of fellow songwriters for an evening of song-sharing at Triple Goddess in Ypsilanti. No cover. Other artists TBA.
Songs of Love/Songs of Hate Valentine's Day Celebration
Triple Goddess Tasting Room / Unity Vibration, 93 Ecorse Road, Ypsilanti, MI
Hosted by Intellect Records, I'll be playing a set for this fun musical gathering celebrating Valentine's Day. And it's always great to play at Unity Vibration - cool vibe and great kombucha beer on hand.
Rocking for Stockings Benefit Concert - Witch's Hat Brewery
Witch's Hat Brewery , 601 South LaFayette Street, South Lyon
Looking forward to taking part in this wonderful benefit, Monday, 12/26 outside in a heated tent at the Witch's Hat Brewery, South Lyon, to collect socks for the unhoused. Last year this effort collected over 1800 pairs of new socks to donate. Hope to do even better this year! The Judy Banker Band will play a set around 4:00 or so. Check back here for updated timing. Music goes from 1 - 8 pm . Admission is a pair of new socks. Posting the graphic from last year -- will update with the new one as soon as we have it!
David Roof, John Sperendi, and I bring our trio to the lively Triple Goddess Tasting Room for the first time! Come enjoy the scene at this funky, cool local Kombucha bar. We'll be playing tunes we have recorded and some new ones we're trying out.
Always so gratified to be a part of this annual Concert for Peace at The Ark-Ann Arbor in support of the work of Veterans for Peace, Chapter 93. Organized by Michigan folk hero, Chris Buhalis, this concert features a roster of Michigan's finest artists. This year my trio with Dave Roof & John Sperendi is in a lineup that includes : Chris Buhalis - emcee, Laith Al-Saadi, Dave Boutette & Kristi Davis, Kevin Brown & Jud Branam, Annie & Rod Capps, Rochelle Clark, Dave Keeney & Sophia Hanifi, Shari Kane & Dave Steele, Billy King, Dick Siegel, Michael Smith, and Rollie Tussing. Tickets $20
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Shari Kane & Dave Steele and the Judy Banker Trio at Trinity House Theatre
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For the first time ever I get to team up with my lifelong friend, Blues queen Shari Kane, and her husband, renowned Bluesman Dave Steele, for an evening of music at the beautiful and intimate Trinity House Theatre, Sat. Oct. 29, 8:00 pm. We'll each be playing a set and may join each other on a few tunes. I'll have my bandmates Dave Roof & John Sperendi with me. Looking forward to this night at THT, blowing off the roof as we celebrate many years of friendship and music!
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I'm pleased to be hosting a songwriting workshop as part of the festivities organized by Chelsea District Library for their annual Song Fest celebration, Sat. 10/22 3:30-4:30. This event is free but registration is required. To register visit https://chelseadistrictlibrary.libnet.info/event/6964690
40th Anniversary Revival of Jay Stielstra's North Country Opera
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Our finale performance of the 40th Anniversary Revival of Jay Stielstra's North Country Opera will be hosted by The Ark-Ann Arbor. David Roof and John Sperendi will be joining me in the Buckhorn Bar Band. This event is SOLD OUT!
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40th Anniversary Revival of Jay Stielstra's North Country Opera
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Ludington Area Center for the Arts, 107 S. Harrison Street, Ludington, MI
Final leg of our northern Michigan tour of the 40th Anniversary Revival of Jay Stielstra's North Country Opera. I will be joined by David Roof and John Sperendi in the Buckhorn Bar Band.
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40th Anniversary Revival of Jay Stielstra's North Country Opera
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The Old Art Building will host our third performance of Jay Stielstra's North Country Opera, Wed. 10/12. We are pleased to celebrate the 40th anniversary of this beloved play along with the 100th anniversary of the Old Art Building. Tickets will go on sale through the Old Art Building website. Visit northcountryopera.org for further information. I am excited to be serving as music director for the play--and will be joined by David Roof and John Sperendi in our Buckhorn Bar Band.
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Our North Country Opera northern Michigan tour added a performance Monday 10/10 at the beautiful Cheboygan Opera House, 7:30pm As music director, it's been a pleasure to work with my amazing band members and the talented cast to bring Jay Stielsta's songs alive on stage. For tour information visit: http://www.northcountryopera.org
I'm thrilled to be serving as Music Director for the 40th Anniversary Revival of my good friend, Michigan songwriting and playwright treasure, Jay Stielstra's beloved folk musical North Country Opera. We will open our northern Michigan performance tour Fri. Oct. 7 and Sat. Oct. 8 with performances at the iconic Green River Schoolhouse in Mancelona. We will have subsequent performances Wed. Oct. 12 at the Old Art Building in Leland, Fri. Oct. 14 on the stage at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts, and a finale performance at The Ark-Ann Arbor, Tues. Oct. 18. Ticketing will be online for the Green River Schoolhouse and through the websites of the other venues. Visit northcountryopera.org for updates on ticket sales. I'll be joined in the Buckhorn Bar Band by David Roof and Charlie Reichl on 10/7 with Grant Flick joining us on 10/8. Both evening shows are SOLD OUT!
Join the Judy Banker Trio for our After Hour set at The Grateful Crow 9-10pm. Thunderwude plays from 7-9pm. Great live music, great food and atmosphere. No cover.
We are so looking forward to the revival of Hollerfest, one of the finest outdoor weekend music festivals around. With 4 stages and over 60 bands performing the weekend of Aug 26-28, 2022. We're excited to bring a full band performance to the Second Stage at 3pm on Sunday Aug. 28. Can't wait!
South Lyon Concerts In The Park Presents the Judy Banker Band
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The Judy Banker Band returns to one of our favorite summertime gigs, the South Lyon Concerts In The Park series outside in the McHattie Park Gazebo. Bring a blanket or chairs and your favorite snacks and beverages and join us for the evening of music under the summer skies. Family friendly. No cover.
Judy Banker Trio on the Manistee River
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Private outdoor house concert on the banks of the Manistee River in northern Michigan with the Judy Banker Trio, Jay Stielstra, and Rochelle Clark sharing the evening. Happy to be returning to one of our favorite gigs.