Carla Kihlstedt Tickets

Carla Kihlstedt is an American violinist, composer, and versatile multi-instrumentalist born in 1971 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. A defining figure in contemporary chamber and experimental music, she has helped shape a wide array of projects—from the intimate textures of Tin Hat Trio to the bold, boundary-pushing works of Sleepytime Gorilla Museum. With a career spanning decades, Carla continues to release ambitious works and bring innovative performances to stages across the country and beyond.

Known for blending classical technique with avant-garde embrace, Kihlstedt’s work extends into composition for ensembles, collaborations with theater and film, and concept-driven music that challenges listeners while inviting broad audiences to engage with complex ideas through sound.

Discography highlights include influential releases with Tin Hat (later Tin Hat Trio), Sleepytime Gorilla Museum, The Book of Knots, Causing a Tiger, and Rabbit Rabbit Radio. Recent projects (2024–2025) span new Sleepytime Gorilla Museum material, including Of the Last Human Being (Avant Night) and 26 Little Deaths, a 26-movement song-cycle for violin and chamber orchestra inspired by Edward Gorey’s The Gashlycrumb Tinies. This cycle, produced for live performance and recording, showcases Carla’s knack for narrative-driven music that intertwines literature, history, and vibrant orchestration. In 2025, look for performances with the Oregon Symphony and appearances at intO tHe Wild in Milwaukee, highlighting her ongoing commitment to immersive, story-rich concert experiences.

Official news, releases, and updates are shared through Carla’s official site and Bandcamp pages. For the latest tour information and ticket availability, we’ve got you covered—secure your seats and join the next performance as Carla brings her distinctive voice to stages near you.