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The Ypsilanti Youth Orchestra rehearses.

National Endowment for the Arts cuts have big repercussions for Washtenaw County arts

Washtenaw County arts institutions are responding to widespread NEA grant cuts and rescissions this year after President Donald Trump proposed eliminating the agency.

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Visual artists of Michigan music scene take spotlight in event organized by Ann Arbor photographer

Organizer Chuck Marshall describes his upcoming event as “a showcase for the visual artists in Michigan music,” including poster artists, concert photographers, album cover artists, and more.

Audiences enjoy a virtual reality performance by the Philharmonia Orchestra of London.
Ann Arbor audiences can join Philharmonia Orchestra of London onstage via virtual reality

When the Philharmonia Orchestra of London visits Ann Arbor next week, it’ll not only offer audiences the chance to enjoy a performance by a renowned symphony orchestra, but also the chance to join that orchestra — at least virtually.

A flyer for Ypsi Freak Fest.
Freak Fest brings over 30 local bands to venues across Ypsi

Ypsi Freak Fest will feature a lineup of over 30 musical artists primarily from southeast Michigan, as well as vending by local artists and business owners, from Oct. 3-5.

A promotional image for the Michigan Arts Festival.
Inaugural Michigan Arts Festival brings 55 events to Ann Arbor, Ypsi, Dearborn, Detroit, and Flint

The inaugural Michigan Arts Festival is coming to all four of the University of Michigan's campuses Sept. 25-Oct. 26.

Monthly jazz jam session builds community of musicians in Ypsi

Over the past three years, a monthly jazz jam session in Ypsilanti has become a space for musicians and listeners alike to experiment, collaborate, and create music spontaneously.

Former WEMU-FM Music Director Linda Yohn.
WEMU at 60: How Ypsi’s public radio station became a Washtenaw County musical institution

Ypsi's WEMU-FM is a rarity: a community-oriented radio station that plays over 75 hours of jazz and blues a week. Here's how its format and sound came to be.

John Cameron Mitchell performs at Hill Auditorium in 2019.
As federal arts funding dwindles, challenges of bringing major acts to Washtenaw County grow

Some of Ann Arbor's most prominent arts presenters are facing a financial balancing act as federal support for the arts continues to shrink.

Rod and Annie Capps.
Ann Arbor folk duo Annie and Rod Capps celebrate nostalgia and fun on 10th album release

Ann Arbor-based folk duo Annie and Rod Capps are preparing to celebrate their upcoming album, tentatively titled "Enjoy The Ride", with a double album release performance at The Ark on Aug. 21 alongside Chicago alternative folk trio Sons of the Never Wrong.

A performance at Fun Fest.
Fun Fest celebrates 5 years of music, arts, and more in Ypsi’s Frog Island Park

Ypsilanti's Frog Island Park will come alive with music, food, and community spirit as Fun Fest returns for its fifth year on Aug. 9, from noon to 9 p.m.

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