Songa is a roots folk band led by Mario and Sherry Friedel based in the Chippewa Valley. An acoustic duo weaving a rich sonic tapestry rooted in the heart of Nashville’s songwriting tradition, their music is a soulful blend of folk, blues, country, and jazz, delivered with raw authenticity. With heartfelt lyrics and the harmonies that come from a lifetime of making music together, this will be an intimate night of music to remember. Songa is excited to announce that Sue Orfield will be joining the duo for this special evening.

Celebrate the music and legacy of Joni Mitchell at this special tribute event on March 14th (7-10p) at the Lakely! This evening brings together an all-star lineup – Chase Bucheger, Emily Watkins, Ben Philips, Fletcher Myhre, and Zach Luginbill – for a night highlighting Joni’s iconic songwriting, poetic lyricism, and genre-defying sound.

Jeremy Boettcher brings together Sean Carey, Josh Gallagher, and Dr. Aaron Hedenstrom for a dynamic night of jazz music. You can expect virtuosic playing over Jazz Standards and some fun up beat Merengue tunes thrown in the mix. Come out and see some of the area’s most beloved musicians!

“When he was a junior at Memorial High School, budding jazz pianist Tim Davis decided to get some of his musical friends of various ages together for a holiday performance. Now in its fourth year, Davis’ Christmas Extravaganza has continued to grow and is expected to feature as many as 50 musicians…” – Tom Giffey, Volume One

While that first holiday performance stood as the beginning of the Christmas Extravaganza, it also represented the beginning of Davis’ career in performance. Since then, he has become a fixture in the Chippewa Valley’s entertainment scene, known for his inventive arrangements, collaborative spirit, and commitment to nurturing local talent. As a pianist, Davis blends traditional swing with modern harmonic language, drawing influence from artists like Bill Evans, Keith Jarret and Ryo Fukui.

In 2022, Davis founded Artem Entertainment, an Eau Claire–based organization dedicated to supporting live performance, artistic collaboration, and community-based production. Under his direction, Artem has curated events ranging from intimate jazz nights to large-scale showcases, bringing together musicians across genres and generations.

Davis continues to perform regularly while composing original work, directing ensembles, and mentoring young artists. His efforts reflect a deep belief in the transformative power of music and its role in building sustainable creative culture in smaller communities.