On Sunday, May 3 at 7pm, the Sam Grisman Project will perform at the Buskirk Chumley Theater. Led by bassist Sam Grisman, the ensemble is dedicated to celebrating and expanding the legacy of American acoustic music. Featuring a rotating lineup of acoustic players from around the country, each performance is unique—blending bluegrass, folk, Americana, and improvisation into an immersive and communal live experience.
Raised in Mill Valley, California, Grisman grew up surrounded by legendary artists who frequented his father’s home studio—icons such as Jerry Garcia, Doc Watson, Tony Rice, and John Hartford —all of whom helped shape his deep musical roots and collaborative spirit. Sam Grisman Project was formed to honor that lineage while bringing a fresh, modern energy to the music.
The group frequently collaborates with renowned artists, including bluegrass pioneer Peter Rowan, further connecting the music to the historic “Old and In the Way” tradition. Performing fully acoustically into condenser microphones, the ensemble prioritizes the natural sound of their instruments and voices, offering an intimate and immersive listening experience.
Tickets for the Sam Grisman Project at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater are available now. Visit the BCT website.
