Tyler Lustek is a pianist, composer, arranger and educator from Eau Claire, WI. Tyler is involved with a variety of musical projects around the Chippewa Valley including his own quintet the Tyler Lustek Confluence, avant-garde jazz duet Lustek / Granros, piano/cello duet Duo Vivace, and the Chippewa Valley Jazz Orchestra. Tyler is also co-director of the jazz combo program at UW-Eau Claire, and teaches weekly improvisation workshops at Chippewa Falls High School.

Evan Walton, a singer-songwriter, originally hailing from Minneapolis, and a recent graduate of the illustrious Berklee College of Music, brings a rich blend of skills to the stage. With roots as a multi-instrumentalist and a performance history that spans the nation, Evan’s musical prowess finds himself as a notable figure in the Eau Claire based group Once More, Autumn, adding a layer of indie charm to his vibrant musical persona.

Sharing the stage with Evan is none other than his father, Dale Walton, an Ohio native whose rock and roll legacy spans over four incredible decades. With almost 10 albums under his belt and extensive U.S. tours, Dale has left an indelible mark on the music world. He’s even shared stages with legends like Stevie Ray Vaughn, Rare Earth, and Dr. John.

Together, these two promise a night of music that bridges generations. Expect alluring solo performances by both artists, each showcasing their unique styles, and witness the magic that unfolds when they collaborate on stage together.

D. Janakey’s folk songs ride the edge between autobiographical and transcendental story telling. Drawing comparisons to Prine & Paul Simon, these are songs that ring with life. They breath and sway, and then float away. Thoughout his 9 years of playing live music Janakey has shared the stage with Dave Simmonette of Trampled by turtles, Mason Jennings, Ezra Bell, Haley Bonar, Boris Mccutchen,and Them Coulee Boys

Eclectic and celebrated guitarist Dean Granros is joined by Dean Mikkelson.