Percussionist

Guitarist

Local favorites Steve and Allison Martin join HSO for festive selections from The Nutcracker, Leroy Anderson’s classic Sleigh Ride, “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” and some of the Martins’ favorite songs, including “The Prayer,” “O Holy Night,” and “Ave Maria.”  Rounding out the family-friendly concert will be the audience favorite “Christmas Singalong,” full of well-known holiday carols! Steve and Allison are well known in West Michigan, having sung on opera stages and musical productions locally and around the country.  Allison received her Masters of Music from Michigan State University.  Steve holds a doctorate and master’s in music from Michigan State University.  He has taught at the college level and is now Director of Music and Fine Arts at Memorial Drive United Methodist Church in Houston, Texas.

Home for the Holidays 2025 Matinee: Steve & Allison Martin

West Ottawa High School Performing Arts Center

Grammy Award-winning musician Alison Brown has built a reputation as one of today’s most forward-thinking and innovative banjo players. With musical beginnings in the Southern California bluegrass scene, Alison takes the banjo 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.

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Alison Brown Quintet

Fisher Center at Bard

Rhiannon Giddens takes audiences on a journey through the evolution of folk in this one-night-only celebration. From the old-time and string band traditions that laid its foundation, to the rise of bluegrass, the folk revival, and beyond, the evening showcases how these genres have shaped and continue to shape the heart of American musical identity. Featuring a rich tapestry of voices and instruments, the concert honors folk music's deep cultural roots, highlighting both its historical significance and modern-day relevance.

Rhiannon Giddens: American Tunes

Hollywood Bowl

GRAMMY Award-winning banjoist Alison Brown is renowned for her innovative sound blending bluegrass, folk, and jazz. She has earned praise and legions of fans worldwide touring with the Alison Brown Quartet and as a soloist, recording 12 critically acclaimed albums. This intimate evening with one of the most multi-faceted artists on today’s roots music scene is not to be missed.

Alison Brown

Hylton Performing Arts Center

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.

Midland Center for the Arts

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 A.B. from Harvard and an M.B.A. from UCLA), and co-founder of The Compass Records Group which is celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2023.

Percussionist, Guitarist

Alison Brown

Events

Past events

Dec 13, 2025

Home for the Holidays 2025 Matinee: Steve & Allison Martin · Holland Symphony Orchestra

Jul 31, 2025

Alison Brown Quintet · Fisher Center for the Performing Arts at Bard College

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