From Bach to Bluegrass Tickets

From Bach to Bluegrass is a pioneering duo that blends classical Bach-inspired music with bluegrass sensibilities, featuring Tessa Lark on violin and Michael Thurber on bass. Formed in 2016 after a standout WXQR performance, the duo crafts inventive rearrangements and original pieces that push the boundaries of genre.) Their debut album Invention arrived on August 8, 2019, under the Michael Thurber / Tessa Lark label, and they continued to expand the Bach/bluegrass crossover ecosystem with collaborations on The Stradgrass Sessions in 2023. With a strong performance history and notable awards backing its members, this act continues to captivate audiences with its accessible, high-caliber live shows.

Fans can expect an engaging mix of intimate studio recordings and dynamic live performances, with a 2025 tour bringing the project to venues across the United States—including Boston, Boone, Winona, Baltimore, Edmond, New York, and Holland. Secure your seats through your local venue or Gold Coast Tickets as they bring this innovative collaboration to stages near you.

Biography: Lark and Thurber formed the duo in 2016 following a high-profile WXQR performance, focusing on Bach-inspired rearrangements for violin and bass alongside original compositions. Their collaborative work draws on Lark’s multifaceted resurgence in modern classical and bluegrass-fusion projects, and Thurber’s background in experimental crossover works. Their repertoire bridges the classical canon with Americana roots, creating a distinctive sound that resonates with fans of both genres.

Discography highlights: Invention (2019) – the debut duo album released under Michael Thurber / Tessa Lark. The Stradgrass Sessions (2023) – a First Hand Records release featuring Lark with Thurber-associated collaborators (including Edgar Meyer and Jon Batiste). Lark’s Sky (2019) – a Bach/bluegrass-inspired violin concerto by Michael Torke, recorded with the Albany Symphony. These works anchor the duo within a broader Bach/bluegrass crossover ecosystem and have earned recognition in classical and crossover circles.

Upcoming tour info: The 2025 tour features a robust slate of engagements across the U.S., with dates in Boston, Boone NC, Winona MN, Baltimore, Edmond OK, New York, and Holland MI. Specific concerts include a March 27 date at Hope College in Holland, MI, and a June 4 show in Boston. For the latest listings, check venue pages and Gold Coast Tickets for availability and secure your seats early.