Punch Brothers and Virginia Arts Festival

Punch Brothers Overview

Punch Brothers, formed in 2006, are a virtuosic quintet featuring mandolinist Chris Thile, guitarist Chris Eldridge, bassist Paul Kowert, banjoist Noam Pikelny, and violinist Brittany Haas. Known for pushing the boundaries of acoustic music, the band has garnered critical acclaim, including a Grammy for Best Folk Album for All Ashore (2018). The Washington Post applauded them for taking Platinum bluegrass to its next evolutionary stage, drawing equal inspiration from the brain and the heart.

Pioneers in Modern String Music

Over the years, they’ve become pioneers in modern string music, with albums like Antifogmatic (2010), Who’s Feeling Young Now (2012), and The Phosphorescent Blues (2015) showcasing their genre-defying sound. Rolling Stone praised their work as “wild virtuosity used for more than just virtuosity,” cementing their reputation as trailblazers.

Recent Projects

Recently, Punch Brothers launched The Energy Curfew Music Hour, a variety show available on Audible and all podcast platforms, further expanding their artistic reach.

Event Information

• For the enjoyment of all patrons, children under 6 are not permitted to attend.
• Mobile ticket will be available 30 days prior to the event date.