Mike is a composer, songwriter, and performer in both classical and grassroots traditions. His classical composition includes dozens of works for chamber ensembles, symphony, choir, mandolin orchestra, and solo piano. In 2010, he co-founded the award-winning quintet Graminy, whose four albums bring grassroots and classical music together in a style the group calls “class-grass.”
 Mike's original songs focus on social and environmental themes. He has written over a hundred “fiddle tunes” - jigs, reels, waltzes, airs, and more.
Mike performs widely on mandolin and banjo with Graminy, and on guitar as a soloist and as a member of the Elm Duo.
Mike is also an author and scholar. See his separate site on his books, articles, and teaching here.
He is a frequent performer at the Wild Hog.
His website: www.michael-bell.net
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Tips are being split between the performer and the Wil-Mar Neighborhood Center to support the Center's social services during these trying times.Wil-Mar is the neighborhood center where the Coffeehouse rents space. Both Wil-Mar and the Coffeehouse are 501(c)3 charities.
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If you experience poor or distorted sound on a smartphone:
Smartphones must mix the stereo audio to mono for the single built-in loudspeaker.
This could distort the audio for some or all songs. Listen using your earbuds or stereo headset for best stereo sound. |
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Due to Covid, the Coffeehouse remains closed. This concert is online only. Watch this on your phone, tablet, or computer and take a break from your stay-at-home distancing while enjoying great folk music.
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