by Anonymous on 11/15/11Carolina Theatre - DurhamRating: 5 out of 5
Phenomenal musician. Worth seeing every time. The entire performance was jaw-dropping.
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Acclaimed Grammy Award-winning mandolinist, singer, songwriter, composer, and MacArthur Fellow recipient of the prestigious "Genius Grant", Chris Thile is a multifaceted musical talent, described by The Guardian as "that rare being: an all-round musician," and hailed by NPR as a "genre-defying musical genius." Thile is a founding member of the highly influential string bands Punch Brothers and Nickel Creek, and has collaborated with countless luminaries from Yo-Yo Ma to Fiona Apple to Brad Mehldau. For four years, Thile hosted public radio favorite Live from Here with Chris Thile (formerly known as A Prairie Home Companion). With his broad outlook, Thile creates a distinctly American canon and a new musical aesthetic for performers and audiences alike, giving the listener "one joyous arc, with the linear melody and vertical harmony blurring into a single web of gossamer beauty" (New York Times).
Over the last year, Thile has been touring with Nickel Creek in support of the critically acclaimed 2023 release Celebrants, and captivating audiences with a playfully ambitious biographical composition entitled ATTENTION! (a narrative song cycle for extroverted mandolinist and orchestra).
The wide-ranging program of Thile's 2025-2026 solo performances will feature selections from his acclaimed solo recordings of Bach's Sonatas and Partitas - including the upcoming second volume out this autumn - alongside his signature mix of classical, folk and improvisational brilliance.
Best Show I have seen in years
by JeremyColon on 11/15/11Carolina Theatre - DurhamRating: 5 out of 5Chris Thile is amazing to do a show by yourself with just a mandolin is one thing but to have the audiance laughing one minute and in complete awe the next is another. I cant wait till the next time he comes around .
- by Anonymous on 11/15/11Carolina Theatre - DurhamRating: 5 out of 5
Chris Thile all grown up continues to out do his self musically and as a performer. We had perfect seats for what would have felt like an intimate performance where ever we sat. Chris performed his own songs/music, Bach, Radiohead and even Fiona Apple. Chris was solo and there was no pre performance by anybody. The time went by much too fast.
Christ Thile - amazing!
by lieskie on 11/15/11Carolina Theatre - DurhamRating: 5 out of 5Venue was awesome - can't imagine there was a bad seat in the house! Of course, the performance was mind-blowing - he's an amazingly gifted musician on so many levels - words cannot even describe...
Outstanding
by ChaiKnuckles on 11/15/11Carolina Theatre - DurhamRating: 5 out of 5Chris Thile is an awesome musician. You don't want to miss seeing him perform.
Chis Thile, not your average bear
by fifi78 on 11/15/11Carolina Theatre - DurhamRating: 5 out of 5This was my third annual visit to the Raleigh area to see Chris Thile play. I did not realize he was playing "solo" but when I discovered this, I was beyond excited! I am not a traditional bluegrass listener & he is not your average bluegrass artist & that is why I love Chris so much!!! He did not dissapoint! Thile's talent is remarkable & the use he gets out of his trusty mandolin-INCREDIBLE!!! He is the reason why I even listen to bluegrass, but it has to be special & I think he is pretty special, freakishly special (and I mean that in a good way)!!
- by Anonymous on 11/15/11Carolina Theatre - DurhamRating: 5 out of 5
Passionate mandolin player! How lucky we were to see him perform!
- by Anonymous on 11/15/11Carolina Theatre - DurhamRating: 5 out of 5
Amazing show -- Chris + his mandolin with a single mic and a bottle of water, nothing else
A ThilePhile's Dream Come True
by jcmshieldmaiden on 11/15/11Carolina Theatre - DurhamRating: 5 out of 5One man, one mandolin, one incredible evening. Chris Thile is the greatest musician of his generation; he played everything from Bach to covers of The Strokes to Thile's own original tunes. He is no one-trick pony, but is equally skilled in every genre he turns his hand to. His ease of manner was apparent from the moment he stepped on stage. Not only is he an amazing mandolinist, but he's also got a wicked sense of humor and is comfortable joking around with the audience. It's not hard to see that he loves what he does deep down in his soul--and he makes you love it, too.
Chris Thile was amazing!
by Musocten on 11/15/11Carolina Theatre - DurhamRating: 5 out of 5He is such a unique and amazingly talented individual. It was wonderful to see him solo with only his voice and his mandolin!
Chris Thile
by Anonymous on 11/15/11Carolina Theatre - DurhamRating: 5 out of 5The concert was amazing--he is a brilliant artist and an engaging performer.
Amazing Concert!
by MBBoening on 11/15/11Carolina Theatre - DurhamRating: 5 out of 5I feel so honored to have been at this concert - Chris Thile SOLO! He was truly amazing....he is one of the most talented, warm and friendly artist I have seen.
Chris Thile is a genius!!!!
by mjwood924 on 9/12/11The Ark - Ann ArborRating: 5 out of 5Words cannot even express how amazing Chris Thile is in concert. The man is beyond a master at the mandolin and to watch him perform is like watching Davinci paint the mona lisa. Phenomenal!
Best Birthday Ever!
by MandoBear on 5/27/11Brighton Music Hall - BostonRating: 5 out of 5I have never had so much fun. The concert was amazing. Such high energy and amazing talent. I have always admired Chris Thile but this concert made me realize how truely awesome both he and Michael Daves are. If you had any doubts about the musical knowledge of either of these men just sit through a round of Fiddle Tune Request Time and any doubts will fade. I saw Chris with his band Punch Brothers last year on my birthday and this year I saw him with Michael. I'm hoping to make this a tradition that I doubt will ever disappoint. The birthday hugs after the show were an added bonus.
- by omgwtfbbq on 5/26/11Brighton Music Hall - BostonRating: 5 out of 5
The show was great. Michael Davies has a great voice and Chris Thile is a wonder on the mandolin. The energy and crowd interaction was great.
Great Show
by AFWJC on 5/26/11Brighton Music Hall - BostonRating: 5 out of 5These two sound great together, a new approach to bluegrass that takes it back to its roots. Daves definitely brings some delta blues along with him and some intense vocals. Bluegrass fans have been waiting for Thile to dive into a bunch of bluegrass for awhile now. Five stars all the way.
Chris Thile & Michael Daves are an incredible duo
by ButterGirl on 5/26/11Brighton Music Hall - BostonRating: 5 out of 5This is the 3rd time we have seen Chris Thile (first two with the Punch Bros). he continues to impress in every way. He and Michael had such a connection. We we're 3 feet away and just in awe of their amazing skill. They we're having a great time!
UNBELIEVABLE
by jjis on 5/26/11Brighton Music Hall - BostonRating: 5 out of 5Chris never fails to take my breath away but his chemistry with Michael Daves both musically and personally is something to behold. They were both incredible and the venue and crowd were perfect for their energy.
- by Anonymous on 5/26/11Brighton Music Hall - BostonRating: 5 out of 5
gritty roots with modern virtuosity, bringing Appalachia to the rock club- awesome!