Name: Jacob Jolliff Band
Start: 2025-09-11T19:30:00
Location: The Mauch Chunk Opera House

This summer, the Mauch Chunk Opera House takes center stage with a star-studded lineup, paying tribute to legendary bands and showcasing emerging talents. From celebrating the timeless hits of The Police and ELO to introducing new indie country tunes by Sarah Gross and the innovative sounds of DeeOhGee, the series promises a blend of nostalgia and fresh sounds. Highlighted by a commitment to authentic musical experiences, this season at Jim Thorpe, PA, is set to captivate music lovers of all genres.

Celebrating Iconic Sounds and Rising Stars at Mauch Chunk Opera House

Jacob Jolliff

Mauch Chunk Opera House

The Jacob Jolliff Band is the next generation of bluegrass supergroups, led by one of the country's premier contemporary bluegrass mandolinists. Before joining Yonder Mountain String Band, Jacob Jolliff founded beloved New England roots band Joy Kills Sorrow, while attending Berklee School of Music on a full scholarship. In 2012, Jolliff had the distinctive honor of being named the National Mandolin Championship winner. A fixture of the national bluegrass community, he has collaborated and shared the stage with Darol Anger, Sam Bush, Ronnie McCoury, Jerry Douglas, Chris Thile, and David Grisman to name a few. When Joy Kills Sorrow disbanded in 2014, Jolliff got the call to join Yonder Mountain String Band, in which he was a member until 2020.

Jacob Jolliff Band

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