Alison Brown, the Grammy Award-winning banjo virtuoso, will be performing in Muncie on March 8, 2025. Known for blending bluegrass, jazz, and folk into a distinctive sound, Brown has made a name for herself as a trailblazer in contemporary acoustic music. With popular songs like “The Wonderful Sea Voyage (of Holy St. Brendan)” and “Deep Gap,” her innovative style pushes the boundaries of traditional banjo music, earning her critical acclaim and multiple awards, including a Grammy.
On this tour, Alison Brown will showcase selections from her rich catalog, offering fans a chance to experience her genre-defying banjo mastery live. Whether performing solo or with her ensemble, her performances are marked by intricate melodies, technical prowess, and a deep connection to her roots. Don’t miss this opportunity to see one of the most influential musicians in bluegrass and beyond.
One of the most multi-faceted minds in roots music, Alison Brown is a GRAMMY-winning musician, GRAMMY-nominated producer, former investment banker (with an AB from Harvard and an MBA from UCLA), and co-founder of The Compass Records Group which is celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2023.
Although Alison began her musical career as a teenager in the Southern California bluegrass scene, she has built a reputation as one of today’s most forward thinking and innovative banjo players. She is known for taking the instrument far beyond its Appalachian roots by blending bluegrass and jazz influences into a sonic tapestry that has earned praise and recognition from a variety of national tastemakers including The Wall Street Journal, CBS Sunday Morning, NPR, and USA Today.
Pruis Hall is a cozy, intimate auditorium located at the heart of Ball State University’s campus. Learn more about this event and get tickets on the Emens website.
