The Fretless Tickets

If you’re looking for a vibrant, boundary-pushing folk sound, The Fretless brings together fiddle and viola with cello to create a rich, ensemble-driven experience. Based in Canada, this quartet (with Ivonne Hernandez formerly in the group) blends Celtic, Metis, and traditional fiddle influences into bold, contemporary arrangements. Here’s everything you need to know about the band, their illustrious discography, and where to catch them live in 2025.

Secure your seats with us for The Fretless’ 2025 tour as they crisscross Canada and the United States, including West Coast shows and a Wintergrass appearance in Washington. We’ve got you covered with reliable, straightforward ticket access and up-to-date details.

The Fretless earned a Juno Award for Instrumental Album of the Year (Bird’s Nest, 2017) and have multiple CFMA wins. Open House (2021) is a Juno-nominated project featuring guest vocalists, and Glasswing (2024) marks their sixth album, with Lost Lake as the first single. Learn more about their members, background, and where to see them next, plus links to official social channels for the latest updates.

• Members: Karrnnel Sawitsky (fiddle/viola), Trent Freeman (fiddle/viola), Ben Plotnick (fiddle/viola), Eric Wright (cello); Ivonne Hernandez formerly part of the lineup.
• Genre: Folk with progressive, ensemble string-quartet dynamics, weaving Celtic, Metis, and traditional fiddle traditions.
• Notable achievements: Juno Award (2017), multiple CFMA wins (2012, 2014), Juno nominations for Open House (2022) and Live from the Art Farm (2019).
• Upcoming: 2025 tour dates across Canada and the U.S., including multiple Canadian West Coast stops and a Wintergrass Festival appearance in Washington.

For the latest on The Fretless, follow their official pages and stay tuned for updates on tour dates, new releases, and behind-the-scenes content.

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