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Documented collaborators

Introducing Bach and Bluegrass — the collaborative project led by violinist Tessa Lark and double bassist Michael Thurber. This duo merges classical Bach inventions with bluegrass and folk sensibilities to create a fresh, multi-genre sound. Since their self-released debut Invention (2019), they’ve documented a journey from Bach’s baroque precision to contemporary storytelling, earning recognition in the classical and bluegrass communities alike.

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Documented collaborators

Whether on stage at intimate clubs or concert halls, Bach and Bluegrass delivers a compelling program enriched by Lark’s virtuosic violin and Thurber’s versatile bass, augmented by guest collaborators and cross-genre collaborations. We’ve got you covered with upcoming tour stops and reliable tickets, so you can secure your seats with confidence.

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Documented collaborators

Biography highlights, discography, and upcoming演 tour information are provided to help fans plan ahead. For the most current details, check official social channels and venue pages. If you’re looking for a unique concert experience that bridges classical technique with roots-driven groove, Bach and Bluegrass offer a distinctive voice in today’s music scene.

Onstage company

Documented collaborators

  • Artist background: Tessa Lark (violin) and Michael Thurber (double bass) collaborate to blend Bach inventions with bluegrass and folk influences.
  • Discography highlights: Invention (2019, self-released), Sky (2019, Grammy-nominated bluegrass-inspired violin concerto by Michael Torke, recorded with Albany Symphony), The Stradgrass Sessions (2023, First Hand Records) featuring Edgar Meyer, Jon Batiste, Sierra Hull, Michael Cleveland, and more.
  • Awards and recognition: Naumburg International Violin Competition Silver Medal (2012), Avery Fisher Career Grant (2016), Borletti-Buitoni Fellowship (2018), Grammy nomination for Sky (2020).
  • Upcoming 2025 tour highlights: Bluegrass Meets Bach in Sarasota (Apr 8, 2025); App Summer program in Boone, NC (Jul 9, 2025); shows in New York (Nov 22, 2025) and Baltimore (Nov 16, 2025).
  • Social presence: Tessa Lark on Facebook and Instagram; Michael Thurber on X/Twitter (@ThurberMichael) and through CDZA on YouTube.

The live experience

What reaches the room

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The essentials

Quick Facts About Bach and Bluegrass

  • Artists: Tessa Lark (violin) and Michael Thurber (double bass) collaborate to blend classical Bach with bluegrass and folk influences.
  • Debut album Invention (2019) self-released by the duo, combining Bach inventions with original material.
  • Sky (2019) is Lark’s Grammy-nominated bluegrass-inspired violin concerto by Michael Torke, recorded with the Albany Symphony.
  • The Stradgrass Sessions (2023) is a multi-genre album on First Hand Records featuring collaborations with Edgar Meyer, Jon Batiste, Sierra Hull, Michael Cleveland, and more.
  • Major awards: Lark – 2012 Naumburg International Violin Competition Silver Medal; 2016 Avery Fisher Career Grant; 2018 Borletti-Buitoni Fellowship; 2020 Grammy nomination for Sky.
  • 2025 tour highlights include Bluegrass Meets Bach in Sarasota (Apr 8, 2025), the App Summer program in Boone, NC (Jul 9, 2025), and shows in New York (Nov 22, 2025) and Baltimore (Nov 16, 2025).

The records

Bach and Bluegrass Discography

  • The Stradgrass Sessions
    2023 · First Hand Records
  • Invention
    2019 · Michael Thurber / Tessa Lark (self-released)
  • Sky
    2019 · Albany Records
  • Fantasy
    2019 · First Hand Records

The hits

Top Bach and Bluegrass Songs

  • Two-Part Invention No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 773 (Arr. for Violin & Bass)
    2019 · N/A
  • Two-Part Invention No. 4 in D Minor, BWV 775 (Arr. for Violin & Bass)
    2019 · N/A
  • Two-Part Invention No. 8 in F Major, BWV 779 (Arr. for Violin & Bass)
    2019 · N/A

Biography highlights, discography, and upcoming演 tour information are provided to help fans plan ahead. For the most current details, check official social channels and venue pages. If you’re looking for a unique concert experience that bridges classical technique with roots-driven groove, Bach and Bluegrass offer a distinctive voice in today’s music scene.

  • Artist background: Tessa Lark (violin) and Michael Thurber (double bass) collaborate to blend Bach inventions with bluegrass and folk influences.
  • Discography highlights: Invention (2019, self-released), Sky (2019, Grammy-nominated bluegrass-inspired violin concerto by Michael Torke, recorded with Albany Symphony), The Stradgrass Sessions (2023, First Hand Records) featuring Edgar Meyer, Jon Batiste, Sierra Hull, Michael Cleveland, and more.
  • Awards and recognition: Naumburg International Violin Competition Silver Medal (2012), Avery Fisher Career Grant (2016), Borletti-Buitoni Fellowship (2018), Grammy nomination for Sky (2020).
  • Upcoming 2025 tour highlights: Bluegrass Meets Bach in Sarasota (Apr 8, 2025); App Summer program in Boone, NC (Jul 9, 2025); shows in New York (Nov 22, 2025) and Baltimore (Nov 16, 2025).
  • Social presence: Tessa Lark on Facebook and Instagram; Michael Thurber on X/Twitter (@ThurberMichael) and through CDZA on YouTube.

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