| Community Center Concerts Live at the Hawk presented by Farmington Hills Special Services
Planet D Nonet
September 15th, 2022- 7:00pm
The Hawk Blackbox
Planet D Nonet is “a down & dirty little swing band from Detroit” was founded by drummer RJ Spangler and trumpeter James O’Donnell. The Planet D Nonet is about swing, blues, space-age jazz and classic American songs all served with plenty of good humor with an eye toward turning people onto this kind of music.
Exploring Musical Compsition for Youth
Sepember 17th, 2022- Grades 4-6: 11:00am-12:00pmGrades 7-12: 1:00pm-2:30pm
The Hawk Blackbox
In this fun-filled composition workshop for youth, local composer and educator, Alan Oliphant, will give a brief introduction to the world of musical composition. Alan will help to demystify the process, offer some basic tips and tools, and give youth the opportunity to compose their own pieces. Come make music at the Hawk!
Boylesque Drag Bingo
September 18th, 2022- 11:30am-2:00pm
The Hawk Blackbox
Coming from Ypsilanti, MI, Boylesque Drag comes to host Drag Bingo at The Hawk! Lead by Jadien Black and the amazing Boylesque crew! Join us for three rounds of bingo, performances throughout the event and opportunities to win prizes. This is an event you don’t want to miss!
The Whiskey Charmers
September 24th, 2022- 7:30pm
The Hawk Mainstage
The Whiskey Charmers join us for our season opening concert here at the Hawk Mainstage! Their trademark blend of folk, country and classic americana have made the Whiskey Charmers one of the most sought-after bands in the area. Coming off the heels of their latest album release and a very successful performance at Stars in the Park 2021, we are thrilled to have this Detroit Music Award winning band share their talent with us.
Beer and wine will be available for patrons 21 years and above.
Musical Composition for Adults
September 30th, 2022- 7:00pm
The Hawk Blackbox
In this fun-filled composition lecture and workshop for adults, local composer and educator, Alan Oliphant, will offer an introduction to the world of musical composition. Alan will help to demystify the process, discuss the steps that a composer uses to write a piece of music, talk about beginning music theory and offer basic tips and tools. The audience will have the opportunity to compose piece of music that evening with Alan. Come make music at the Hawk!
How to Be Funny 101
October 1st, 2022- 7:00pm
The Hawk Blackbox
Mark Boyd spent most of the 80s and 90s, 48 weeks per year, performing in comedy venues, and a few not-so-comedy venues, all across the United States and Canada. He appeared on several comedy showcase programs on television, such as “Evening at the Improv.” Join him for a night of slightly-educational fun! What could be better than practicing public speaking and some of your corniest jokes in front of a room full of strangers?! Let Mark teach you the tips and tools of the trade in this casual lecture and night of free-spirited fun! 18 and up. Beer and wine will definitely be available!
Literary Artist Series: Stephen Mack Jones
October 7th, 2022- 7:00pm
The Hawk Blackbox
Award-winning author and playwright Stephen Mack Jones will join us for an insightful evening to discuss his process and work including critically-acclaimed books August Snow, Lives Laid Away and Dead of Winter. He will be joined by Award-Winning Detroit Free Press columnist and Farmington Hills resident Neal Rubin where these two Farmington Hills residents will give us an informal peek into Stephen’s literary adventures.
Chamber Soloists of Detroit
October 9th, 2022- 2:00pm
The Hawk Mainstage
Citing a range of emotions from “breathtaking” and “spiritual” to “joyful”, Detroit audience members have come to expect memorably intimate performances of engaging and intriguing programs from Chamber Soloists of Detroit. Established and emerging guest artists of international repute relish the festive atmosphere of CSD concert experiences, which are typically followed by the aptly named “Just Between Us” talk-back – a unique opportunity to further connect artists with audience members.This event offers sensory-friendly components.
Dani Darling
October 13th, 2022- 7:00pm
The Hawk Blackbox
This Ann Arbor based singer, songwriter, producer and musician Dani Darling brings her unique style to the Hawk! She is a Detroit Metro Times “Artist to Watch in 2020” and a founding Fellow of Washtenaw’s Amplify Project.
Reflections and Funaach Present SANGEET NIGHT- A WEDDING STORY
October 15th, 2022- 7:30pm
The Hawk Mainstage
A smash hit at their annual “Indian Music Night” at Stars in the Park, the immensely talented Indian music and dance collective, the Funaach Academy of Dance, join us for a cultural event you do not want to miss! Featuring live music and dance, this performance is sure to be a power-packed concert showcasing high energy performances by the young and talented Indian artists of Metro Detroit.
Antiques Twelve Mile Road Show
October 16th, 2022- 7:00pm-9:00pm
The Hawk Blackbox
Gather up those treasures from grandma’s attic and come spend an evening with friends, old and new. Jamie Thompson of Carriage House Antiques, antique and estate specialists from nearby Perrysburg, will join us for a fun, free-spirited lecture. Attendees will have the opportunity to each bring along one hand-held item for an informal appraisal.
Beer and wine will be available for patrons 21 years and above.
Mini Mozarts Series- Brass and Woodwinds
October 20th, 2022- 10:00am-11:00am
The Hawk Blackbox
Little ones, ages three to five, with a caregiver, are invited to join us for a fun, musical morning. Each session will introduce your little one to a different section of the orchestra. We’ll learn together about brass, woodwind, string and percussion instruments. Each session will include a simple musical craft, age-appropriate learning opportunity and the chance for music-making with friends.
+This event offers sensory-friendly components.
Ara Topouzian
October 23rd, 2022- 4:00pm
The Hawk Blackbox
Ara Topouzian was the 2015 Farmington Hills Artist-in-Residence. An Armenian-American musician whose proficiency at the Kanun (Middle Eastern harp) has made him a nationally-recognized artist, Ara has performed at concerts and music festivals across the United States. This 2012 Kresge Artist’s traditional music style keeps to his Armenian heritage but has expanded to include music from around the Middle East with jazz, fusion, and new age influences.**The day’s events will also include a family-friendly exploration of Armenian culture from 2-4pm.
Farmington Concert Band- Halloween Concert
October 30th, 2022- 3:00pm
The Hawk Mainstage
Join us for the Farmington Concert Band’s annual Halloween concert! This concert is fun for the whole family so throw on a costume and join us for an afternoon of the FCB’s spookiest hits!
This event offers sensory-friendly components.
Sheila Landis presents A Tribute to Ella Fitzgerald
November 3rd, 2022- 7:00pm
The Hawk Blackbox
Sheila Landis is a Detroit Music Awards Seven-Time “Outstanding Jazz Vocalist” Winner. Landis is a true jazz singer who’s not afraid to scat-sing and bend a blue note, recalling the sheer joy of the vocal art in the style of the legendary Ella Fitzgerald, “The First Lady of Song”. Seven-string guitarist Rick Matle, Oakland University Music Performance Graduate, and various drummers selected from a roster of talented Detroit-area percussionists complete the trio, providing swinging support.
Detroit Metropolitian Youth Symphony
November 6th, 2022- 3:00pm
The Hawk Mainstage
Since 1982 the Detroit Metropolitan Youth Symphony has developed students from nearly 50 metro-Detroit communities. Join us at the Hawk for a showcase of some of the region’s best young talent in four orchestras of students grades 2-12 ranging from advanced beginning strings to the DMYS flagship full Symphony Orchestra.
Farmington Swing Band: Swing into the Holidays
December 8th, 2022- 7:30pm
The Hawk Mainstage
Join us for a unique holiday program of jazz arrangements of your favorite holiday tunes! This concert by the Farmington Concert Band’s “Swing Band” is perfect for the whole family to get into the holiday spirit.
Beer and wine will be available for patrons 21 years and above.
Emma Guzman
December 10th, 2022- 7:00pm
The Hawk Blackbox
Singer-songwriter Emma Guzman is a known cat enthusiast, rumored star child and has always been compelled to express herself through music. Choosing to spend her time humming melodies and frantically scribbling lyrics in various notebooks and on random scraps of paper, she has quietly amassed a substantial collection of songs. She was described by the Detroit Metro Times as a “songwriting prodigy,” and one of their top 15 artists to watch in 2016.
Beer and wine will be available for patrons 21 years and above.
The Farmington Chorus Winter Concert
December 16th, 2022- 8:00pm
December 17th, 2022- 4:00pm
The Hawk Mainstage
The Farmington Chorus was established in 1980 under the sponsorship of the Farmington Hills Parks and Recreation Department as an activity for community residents. They have been performing Holiday and Spring Concerts ever since.
Beer and wine will be available for patrons 21 years and above.
O’Brien and Flick
January 7th, 2023- 7:00pm
The Hawk Blackbox
Hannah O’Brien and Grant Flick play a mix of original compositions and traditional pieces from
various fiddling traditions. The duo began collaborating at University of Michigan School of
Music, Theatre, & Dance in 2019. They found common ground despite coming from different
backgrounds with Hannah from Irish fiddling and Grant from American improvisational idioms. In August 2021 they released their first duo record, “Windward.” This album features a collection of their original tunes but also some of their takes on fiddling standards. Their arrangements have been worked up without notation and sometimes incorporate improvised sections. While the duo feels at home on double fiddle, they also change instrumentation often incorporating tenor guitar and nyckelharpa. Their musical interests are broad and as a result their programs showcase an eclectic assemblage of repertoire.
Beer and wine will be available for patrons 21 years and above.
Youth Open Mic Night/ Ages 6-18
January 13th, 2023- 6:00pm
The Hawk Blackbox
It’s time for an Open Mic Night at the Hawk! Grab your berets, head down to the Blackbox Theatre stage, and show us what you’ve got! Singing, dancing, poetry… whatever talent you’ve been hiding from your friends. Now is your chance to show us what you can do! Acts must register in advance with a brief description of your performance. Send your descriptions to shicks@fhgov.com
Adults Open Mic Night/ Ages 18+
January 14th, 2023- 7:00pm
The Hawk Blackbox
It’s time for an Open Mic Night at the Hawk! Grab your berets, head down to the Blackbox Theatre stage, and show us what you’ve got! Singing, dancing, poetry… whatever talent you’ve been hiding from your friends. Now is your chance to show us what you can do! Acts must register in advance with a brief description of your performance. (Please no knife-throwing or fire-eating… we just renovated the place!) send your descriptions to shicks@fhgov.com
Richard O’Neil and Pauline Martin
January 15th, 2023- 2:00pm
The Hawk Mainstage
Emmy and Grammy-winning violist Richard O’Neil joins us on the Hawk Mainstage for a truly magical afternoon of music. Joined by pianist, Pauline Martin, they will perform a program of gems of the repertoire including Rachmaninoff’s seminal Cello Sonata performed on viola.
Lunar New Year Concert with Xiao Dog Wei
January 22nd, 2023- 7:00pm
The Hawk Blackbox
At the age of 11, Xiao Dong Wei was accepted into the prestigious Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing where she was granted the degree of Master of the Erhu. A 2012 Kresge Artist, she has appeared as a soloist with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. She has been featured on National Public Radio and has produced multiple critically-acclaimed albums. Xiao Dong Wei is a lecturer at the University of Michigan and her music can be heard all around the world.
The day’s events will also include a family-friendly Lunar New Year celebration.
Mini Mozart Series- Strings
January 26th, 2023- 10:00am-11:00am
The Hawk Blackbox
Little ones, ages three to five, with a caregiver, are invited to join us for a fun, musical morning. Each session will introduce your little one to a different section of the orchestra. We’ll learn together about brass, woodwind, string and percussion instruments. Each session will include a simple musical craft, age-appropriate learning opportunity and the chance for music-making with friends.
+This event offers sensory-friendly components.
Violin Fun for Adults
January 27th, 2023- 7:00pm
The Hawk Blackbox
It’s never too late to try your hand at something new! Join Robin Bloomberg and come fiddle around at the Hawk! Robin will give a fun, informal talk about the violin’s history and offer a one-of-a-kind show and tell experience with some unique and rare instruments. You’ll even have a chance to play along and find your inner violinist. No previous experience needed.
*Beer and wine will be available for patrons 21 years and above.
Violin Fun for Kids +
January 28th, 2023- 10:00am-11:30am
The Hawk Blackbox
Have you ever wished for a bit more hands-on fun at one of those instrument petting zoos? Youth ages eight and up are invited to join Robin Bloomberg for a morning of fun with strings! Participants will have the opportunity to learn some fun facts about stringed instruments, see some rare and one-of-a-kind instruments and even learn to play a little song on the violin. No previous experience needed.
+This event offers sensory-friendly components.
Greater Alexander
February 4th, 2023- 7:00pm
The Hawk Blackbox
Greater Alexander is a well-known piano and guitarist in the city of Detroit. He has a way of creatively expressing the greater part of himself through the medium of a sonic musical landscape. He was born in New York, raised in Greece and is currently residing in Detroit, Michigan.
An Evening of Stand Up Comedy
February 11th, 2023- 7:00pm
The Hawk Blackbox
Come down to the Blackbox Theatre for An Evening of Standup Comedy. Local metro-Detroit comedians will tickle your funny bone. Come, share a few laughs, make some memories and maybe some new friends! 18+
Dames Brown presents: The Love Counselors Chapter III
February 18th, 2023- 8:00pm
The Hawk Mainstage
Detroit soul sensations Dames Brown join us for a post-Valentine’s Day lovefest on the Hawk Mainstage! Joined by a talented group of special guests, these Motown divas are ready to keep the love alive in Farmington Hills! There will be an afterglow in the Black Box Theatre with a Valentines themed drink and photo-ops with the performers.
Beer and wine will be available for patrons 21 years and above.
Three Men and a Tenor
Feburary 25th, 2023- 8:00pm
The Hawk Mainstage
Great pop vocal music, quick-witted humor, and overall likeability make THREE MEN and a TENOR a unique vocal music and comedy show experience that cannot be matched. The group has over 3,000 performances together, a national touring schedule, and has opened shows for national legends like Jay Leno and The Beach Boys and starred in their own national PBS-TV special “Three Men and a Tenor- In Concert” that was shown across the country from Los Angeles to Nashville on major PBS affiliates.
3MT was voted “The Best Entertainment in Michigan” 4-times. THREE MEN and a TENOR has regularly sold-out shows at performing arts centers, theatres, and festivals and fairs for nearly 30-years with a powerful blend of vocal harmonies and feel-good music for all ages.
Blackthorn
March 4th, 2023- 7:30pm
The Hawk Mainstage
Irish music sensation, Blackthorn, combines traditional songs of emigration, sea shanties, lively jigs and reels, and ancient airs for a musical experience that captures the history and legend of Ireland and its people. Regularly featured at world renowned Irish festivals and venues, the Detroit-based band joins us for a night of Irish music just in time for St. Patrick’s Day!
Mini Mozart Series- Percussion
March 9th, 2023- 10:00am-11:00am
The Hawk Blackbox
Little ones, ages three to five, with a caregiver, are invited to join us for a fun, musical morning. Each session will introduce your little one to a different section of the orchestra. We’ll learn together about brass, woodwind, string and percussion instruments. Each session will include a simple musical craft, age-appropriate learning opportunity and the chance for music-making with friends.
+This event offers sensory-friendly components.
Steve Taylor Acoustic
March 11th, 2023- 7:00pm
The Hawk Blackbox
Metro Detroit Singer-Songwriter Steve Taylor will bring his acoustic originals and familiar covers to our Campfire Concert series. Always a favorite at local venues, Steve has a busy solo career and also fronts the Steve Taylor Three. Join us around the fire, sing a few songs and spend an evening listening to some new and old favorites.
Beer and wine will be available for patrons 21 years and above.
Community Sing-Along*
March 25th, 2023- 7:00pm
The Hawk Blackbox
Calling all curious choristers! Join in with us for our inaugural night of community choral music-making. Music and lyrics will be provided and some light-hearted coaching available for those in need. This event is open to experienced choral singers and first-timers alike. Come fill our brand-new community center with some sweet, communal harmonies.
*Beer and wine will be available for patrons 21 years and above.
Detroit Retro Society
April 1st, 2023- 7:30pm
The Hawk Mainstage
The top-tier Detroit music revue, Detroit Retro Society, performs the music that makes Motown so special. Musicians in the Detroit Retro Society have shared the stage with everyone from classic acts like The Temptations, Parliament Funkadelic, Foreigner and Aretha Franklin to modern acts like Sturgill Simpson, Kid Rock, and Griz. This high-energy performance will get you on your feet and dancing all night long!
Beer and wine will be available for patrons 21 years and above.
Ray Ureña
April 13th, 2023- 7:00pm
The Hawk Blackbox
Ray Ureña is not only a talented guitarist, but a multi-instrumentalist whose career span includes touring, playing festivals, film scoring, and electronic music production. Though his music education is rooted and jazz, his work as a guitar sideman has landed many gigs opening for Bare Naked Ladies, Eddie Money, The Spin Doctors, Everclear, Robert Bradley, and Kid Rock.
Xiao Dong Wei and Friends
April 15th, 2023- 8:00pm
The Hawk Mainstage
At the age of 11, Xiao Dong Wei was accepted into the prestigious Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing where she was granted the degree of Master of the Erhu. A 2012 Kresge Artist, she has appeared as a soloist with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. She has been featured on National Public Radio and has produced multiple critically-acclaimed albums. Xiao Dong Wei is a lecturer at the University of Michigan and her music can be heard all around the world.
The Ehnes Quartet Returns
April 28th 2022, 7:30pm
The Hawk Mainstage
James Ehnes, Amy Schwartz-Moretti, Violins
Matthew Lipman, Viola
Edward Arron, Cello
This concert is presented in collaboration between the City of Farmington Hills and Chamber Soloists of Detroit. Learn more about CSD here: https://www.chambersoloistsdetroit.org/
Formally established in 2010, the Ehnes Quartet’s highly refined, sensitive and expressive performances have delighted audiences and critics across the globe and have made them one of the most sought after chamber groups performing today. Hailed as “an important new force in the chamber music arena” with a “dream-team line-up” (Strings), the Ehnes Quartet is comprised of four internationally renowned string musicians: violinists James Ehnes and Amy Schwartz Moretti, and cellist Edward Arron. For this concert they are joined by violist Matthew Lipman.
Known for his virtuosity and probing musicianship, violinist James Ehnes has performed in 37 countries on five continents, appearing regularly in the world’s great concert halls and with the most celebrated orchestras and conductors. His recordings have been honored with many international awards and prizes, including a Grammy. James was recently named Gramaphone Magazine’s 2021 “Artist of the Year.” He plays the “Marsick” Stradivarius of 1715.
The City of Farmington Hills encourages patrons to follow the COVID-19 prevention strategies outlined in the current version of the CDC’s Operational Strategy for Small and Large Gatherings, including masking while indoors.
This concert will take place at the Hawk Community Center located at 29995 12 Mile Rd. Farmington Hills, MI 48334.
Eat It Up Trio
May 18th, 2023- 7:00pm
The Hawk Blackbox
Detroit-based and undeniably swinging, The Eat It Up Trio is Michigan’s premier professional purveyor of possibly the most pleasurable music three humans can safely perform within the parameters of the law. Comprised of drummer Sean Perlmutter, bassist Trevor Lamb, and pianist/vocalist Mike Harrison, the Eat It Up trio delivers original songs and arrangements with a versatile repertoire spanning from traditional jazz to modern R&B, funk to folk country, classic rock to bebop, and all the cracks and crevices in between.
Beer and wine will be available for patrons 21 years and above.
Mr. Bob’s Rubber Band
June 16th, 2023- 2:00pm
The Hawk Mainstage
Mr. Bob’s Rubber Band is metro Detroit’s premier children’s band. These Detroit Music Award winners entertain all ages from pre-school on up playing Motown hits, pop, funky nursery rhymes and more! Perfect for all ages and fun for the whole family!
This event offers sensory-friendly components. |
