MUSIC ON TAP
Our Music on Tap Series is back for its 12th season with six exciting concerts, bringing top-tier talent to Jackson! Experience an incredible mix of nationally and internationally touring musicians, spanning multiple genres, right in the heart of downtown.
“World-Class Music, So Close to Home!”
Enjoy a relaxed, intimate concert with first-come seating. Doors open at 7 PM for a social hour, with a cash bar open all night so you can sip and enjoy great music in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
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CONCERT SCHEDULE
SALSA NIGHT WITH ARMANDO VEGA’S ORQUESTA
SEPTEMBER 27, 2025
WEATHERWAX HALL
A true sonero with deep roots in Latin music, Armando Vega has shared the stage with Grammy-nominated Herman Olivera, opened for El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico, and performed across Puerto Rico and beyond. His performances blend the vibrant energy of salsa with the heartfelt rhythms of bachata.
EXPERIMENTAL FOLK WITH GAELYNN LEA
OCTOBER 11, 2025
WEATHERWAX HALL
Since winning NPR Music’s Tiny Desk Contest in 2016, Gaelynn Lea has captivated audiences worldwide with her mesmerizing blend of haunting original songs, ethereal soundscapes, and traditional fiddle tunes. Her unique style combines lush, looping violin melodies with her plaintive, otherworldly vocals, creating an emotional depth that lingers long after the music ends. Lea is a powerful Disability Rights activist who promotes equitable inclusion and advocates for accessibility in the music industry. For fans of: Andrew Bird, Joanna Newsome, and Jessica Hoop.
BLUEGRASS-ISH WITH WILSON THICKET
NOVEMBER 22, 2025
WEATHERWAX HALL
Experience a masterful acoustic performance featuring rich three-part harmonies and a dynamic blend of guitar, fiddle, mandolin, and banjo. Wilson Thicket draws inspiration from the essence of Appalachian string bands but pushes beyond traditional bluegrass. This ensemble brings together some of Michigan’s most talented singers, instrumentalists, and songwriters, all with decades of experience. For fans of: Doc Watson, The Avett Brothers, and Old Crow Medicine Show.
WORLD JAZZ NIGHT WITH DAVE SHARP QUARTET
JANUARY 31, 2026
WEATHERWAX HALL
Featured in the JazzTimes 2010 Critic’s Poll, the Dave Sharp Worlds Quartet seamlessly weaves together rhythms, sounds, and textures from around the globe with original compositions inspired by world music. With a unique instrumentation that includes oud, violin, electric bass, synthesizer, and world percussion, the Worlds Quartet is driven by the dynamic interplay of jazz, global traditions, and bold improvisation. Led by bassist, composer, and bandleader Dave Sharp, the group draws on musical influences from Turkey, Egypt, Ukraine, India, Bulgaria, and Greece, delivering a rich and vibrant tapestry of sound. For fans of: global fusion, jazz improvisation, and cultural exploration.
CELTIC FESTIVAL WITH THE TANNAHILL WEAVERS
MARCH 6-7, 2026
WEATHERWAX HALL
The Tannahill Weavers bring the energy and tradition of Celtic music to life with powerful vocals, bagpipes, fiddle, and guitar. Blending lively dance tunes with heartfelt ballads, this legendary band has been a driving force in the Celtic scene since 1968. With members featured in the hit series Outlander and praised by The New York Times for their “eloquent mixture of the old and the new,” they continue to captivate audiences worldwide.
GOSPEL NIGHT WITH NIKKI D & THE SISTERS OF THUNDER
APRIL 11, 2026
WEATHERWAX HALL
Nikki D & The Sisters of Thunder is a family-based ensemble from Toledo, Ohio, blending gospel with blues riffs and grooves in a way that is uniquely their own. The band’s sound is defined by Nikki D’s electrifying steel guitar, which is often described as wildly soulful. In 2016, Guitar World magazine recognized Nikki as “The Jimi Hendrix of Sacred Steel” for her experimental, vocal-like riffs and otherworldly tones. Alongside her guitar prowess, Nikki’s raspy, sultry voice commands attention, harmonizing with the other band members’ voices adding depth and soul to every performance. For fans of: Sister Rosetta Thorpe, Robert Randolf & the Family Band, and Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings.
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