Béla Fleck New York Tickets - Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage

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Anat Cohen

8 concerts

Grammy-nominated clarinetist-saxophonist Anat Cohen, born in Tel Aviv, is acclaimed for her expressive virtuosity and improv. She has topped jazz polls and earned multiple Grammy nods. Known for albums like *Outra Coisa* and *Triple Helix*, she founded Anzic Records and tours globally. Cohen is a passionate educator, teaching at MIT and Stanford.

Sierra Hull

18 concerts

Sierra Hull, from Byrdstown, TN, is a bluegrass virtuoso and two-time Grammy nominee for albums '25 Trips' and 'Weighted Mind'. She's a 6x IBMA Mandolin winner and has played Carnegie Hall, the Grand Ole Opry, and the White House. Hull's collaborated with Alison Krauss, Sturgill Simpson, and Dolly Parton.

Zakir Hussain

5 concerts

Zakir Hussain, born in Mumbai, revolutionized Indian percussion as a tabla maestro. Known for blending Indian and Western music, he co-founded Shakti with John McLaughlin. Hussain collaborated with icons like George Harrison, Mickey Hart, and Pharoah Sanders. His notable works include "Making Music" and "The Melody of Rhythm." Awarded "Padma Shri," he won Grammys with Planet Drum and was named Downbeat's Percussionist of the Year. Hussain's legacy endures through his expansive recordings and influential collaborations.

Béla Fleck

9 concerts

Banjo virtuoso Béla Fleck blends bluegrass, jazz, classical, and world music. Born in NYC, influenced by Flatt & Scruggs, he's known for New Grass Revival and Béla Fleck & the Flecktones. His collaborations include Abigail Washburn, Chick Corea, and Toumani Diabaté. Notable works: "My Bluegrass Heart," "Perpetual Motion," and Grammy-winning "Béla Fleck & Abigail Washburn." Renowned for genre fusion and eclectic musical innovations.

Michael Cleveland

2 concerts

Born in Henryville, Indiana, Michael Cleveland overcame blindness and hearing loss to become a leading bluegrass fiddler. Known for his technical skill and innovative five-string fiddle, he's collaborated with legends like Alison Krauss and Vince Gill. His debut, Flame Keeper, and subsequent albums like Tall Fiddler earned him multiple IBMA awards, including 11-time Fiddle Player of the Year. Cleveland leads his band, Flamekeeper, and his life and talent were showcased in a 2019 documentary.