Music: Punch Brothers

When describing concerts, — especially those of the Bluegrass variety — many would probably use words like “loud” and “rowdy.” Much more rare is a Bluegrass show that has the power to bring a hush over the crowd.

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Punch Brothers

When describing concerts, — especially those of the Bluegrass variety — many would probably use words like “loud” and “rowdy.” Much more rare is a Bluegrass show that has the power to bring a hush over the crowd. The Punch Brothers create that kind of experience, with lilting melodies that bring the listener to new planes of emotional levity, a place where you can’t help but fall into the moment and hang your ears onto every interlocking melody and harmony. Read more here.


See the Punch Brothers with Béla Fleck and Abigail Washburn Saturday at Taft Theatre. More info/tickets: tafttheatre.org .