Year's End, Year's Beginning: Reviews, Press Kits, and News

Well, the year is coming to an end, but that means that 2013 is about to begin. I'm pleased with my many performances and workshops of this past year and I'm looking forward to more fun and adventures in the year to come. In the meantime, I'm relaxing f… more »
  • A. Trae McMaken

  • The website of the Michigan / Great Lakes fiddler and storyteller.

  • "Trae McMaken astounded the audience . . . A terrific fiddler and singer he definitely is!" Beaver Island News on the 'Net.

    Sheer brilliance of style, executed in the most authentic, creative and passionate way possible. . ." "Trae’s 'performance,' actually his story-telling art, transformed the ordinary into extraordinary!" Linda Schweihofer, China Township Supervisor.

    Wonderful - Enlightening - Fun - Great Living History Lessons."
    "The combination of stories and music you present is a treasure."

    Joan Vinette, Michigan State University Extension Program, "Life of Lake Superior," Outdoor Education.

    "We were lucky to get you and your music, Trae. Wonderfully intricate and historic music."
    "You added the touches of goodness of character and fine music that Munising Bay Arts Festival really appreciates."

    Ramble G. Nichols, Munising Bay Arts Association.

    "Loved the songs + stories." Karen O'Brien, Atkins School, Bridgeport, Michigan.

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Category: General

Springing into Summer

Hey Folks,     The school year in Tennessee has finished up. I had fun teaching in East Tennessee State University's Bluegrass, Old Time, and Country Music Program while also furthering my work as a storyteller. I enjoyed working with the Overmountain… more »

Resurrection, Springtime, and a Playlist

Well, by my counts, it is officially Spring! Happy Easter to commemorate the resurrection of Jesus Christ! As I shared on my facebook, if it weren't for Jesus' sacrifice and resurrection, verified in my life through healings and freedom, I would probabl… more »

Some reviews from the beginning of 2013.

Folks! The schedule for 2013 is getting longer and will get a lot longer still. Make sure to send me an e-mail with any dates you want to reserve for your events. Below are some recent reviews. "Trae McMaken offers his audience a virtuoso performanc… more »