Taiko drumming is a marvel to hear, see and feel in performance. Since it’s inception in 1987, Burlington Taiko Group has been played hundreds of performances including at the 100th running of the Boston Marathon, the Joseph Campbell – Keepers of the Lore festival, the Black Ships Festival, Burlington’s First Night and many colleges and in towns throughout the country. Burlington Taiko combines movement, rhythm, voice, and the efficient and graceful movement of chi, or “energy,” from the player to the drum.

Taiko Drummers Website

The Faux Paws play a raucous blend of bluegrass, jazz, Cajun and folk music from raging fiddle tunes to saxophone solos to unrequited love songs. Their acoustic style transcends style limitations. Brothers Andrew and Noah VanNorstrand along with Chris Miller put on an performance that showcases virtuosity on the fiddle, guitar, mandolin and saxophone, tight 3-part harmonies, playful interplay and improvisation.

Faux Paws Website

We are delighted to have crowd favorites Damn Tall Buildings return to our stage. If you like bluegrass served with a little attitude, grit and gravy, then Damn Tall Buildings will delight your ears. A Bluegrass group at heart, they pull from a wide range of influences including swing, ragtime and jazz. This Brooklyn based Bluegrass band is known for their soulful melodies and intricate instrumentals. Max Capstran (guitar, banjo and vocals), Sasha Dubyk (upright bass and vocals) and Avery Ballotta (violin and vocals) have spent over a decade honing their craft, creating a distinctive sound that weaves heartfelt lyrics into thoughtful fiddle, guitar and bass arrangements.

Damn Tall Buildings Website