The Tray Wellington Band will make their Sundilla debut on Thursday, September 24. Showtime at the AUUF (450 E. Thach Avenue in Auburn) is 7:30, and you can find advance tickets for just $20 at Spicer’s Music. Greystone Coffee and Teahouse, and here. Admission at the door will be $25, and $15 for students. 

Tray Wellington is an acclaimed banjo innovator whose genre-defying approach bridges folk, bluegrass, jazz, and contemporary roots music. Recognized for his fearless exploration of the banjo’s possibilities, Tray has been honored with some of the most prestigious accolades in acoustic music, including the 2024 Steve Martin Banjo Prize and 2019 IBMA Momentum Instrumentalist of the Year, and has been twice nominated for IBMA New Artist of the Year.

Tray’s artistry has taken him to stages across the world, from intimate house concerts to landmark performances on Saturday Night Livewith Mumford & Sons. He has been featured at premier festivals including the Newport Folk Festival and the Telluride Bluegrass Festival among many others, captivating audiences with his virtuosic technique, expressive storytelling, and inventive arrangements. His performances are celebrated for their energy,  precision, and the way he seamlessly fuses traditional roots music with bold, contemporary ideas.

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