Harpeth Rising at the Americana Music Series

Tickets are $15 when purchased at the show, or $12 when purchased in advance at Viewpoint Books in Columbus.

"Harpeth Rising, warm, honest, and true music by four exquisite musicians." Peter Zeijl, Folk En Zo

Voted 'Best Local Band in Nashville' by the Tennessean, the four classically trained musicians of Harpeth Rising bring an exciting and distinctively new sound to the folk genre. With a banjo and a fiddle, you might think they're traditional bluegrass - but think again.

Cello and hand drums round out the ensemble, creating a truly unique sound. Their virtuosic instrumentals are coupled with intimate vocals and sincere lyrics. The group met at the Indiana University School of Music and were united, and continue to be driven by, their eclectic musical interests. A little bit bluegrass, a little bit classical, a little bit folk and a whole lot of original, Harpeth Rising is a band to watch.

The quartet is currently touring to promote their new album: Dead Man's Hand. They just returned from a month long tour in the UK where they played a number of prestigious engagements including the Cambridge Folk Festival and The London Folk Festival in addition to numerous sold-out concerts throughout England. Harpeth Rising's eponymous debut album appeared on numerous best of 2010 lists.

With the collaboration of acclaimed producer Bil VornDick (Alison Krauss, Bob Dylan, Bela Fleck), Dead Man's Hand is expected to both excite the folk music community and bring a whole new audience to the genre. Harpeth Rising will be playing on February 4th at the Americana Music Series held at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Columbus (7850 West Goeller Rd.). Tickets for this 7:30pm concert may be purchased at the performance for $15, or in advance for $12 at Viewpoint Books.

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