Shire on the Mountain

SAT, OCT 24 | 6 PM - 10 PM Trout Lake Hall

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Saturday, October 24th, 2026

$20 Advance // $25 Day of
6pm Doors / 7pm Show
All Ages

SHIRE ON THE MOUNTAIN ~ A Bluegrass Lord of the Rings Costume Party feat Quattlebaum:

Gather your fellowship and journey to Middle-earth as Shire on the Mountain returns for another year of music, merriment, and Hobbit-sized revelry. Don your finest Lord of the Rings costume, enter the costume contest for a chance to win prizes, and prepare for an unforgettable evening of live music and celebration.

Featuring Austin Quattlebaum (banjo), James Rossi (fiddle), Josiah Payne (mandolin), and Mark Karwan (bass), The band's repertoire features original music, bluegrass arrangements of beloved themes from The Lord of the Rings, Tolkien-inspired songs, and creatively reworked covers that put a Middle-earth twist on familiar favorites.

Sing along, raise a flagon of ale, dance with Dwarves, and lose yourself in an evening of storytelling, laughter, and music. Whether you're a Hobbit, Elf, Dwarf, Ranger, Wizard, or wandering traveler, there's a place for you around the circle.

Costumes are highly encouraged, and fellowship is guaranteed. Tickets are limited, so secure yours today and join us for a magical night of bluegrass, adventure, and celebration in the spirit of Tolkien's timeless world.

QUATTLEBAUM

Quattlebaum is a Pacific Northwest acoustic quartet led by banjo player, songwriter, and storyteller Austin Quattlebaum. Blending bluegrass, folk, Americana, and roots music, the band delivers high-energy performances filled with original songs, tight musicianship, and memorable stories.

A longtime touring musician, Quattlebaum has spent more than a decade performing throughout the US, earning a reputation for engaging audiences with a mix of heartfelt songwriting, humor, and dynamic stage presence. Drawing inspiration from a wide range of influences, Quattlebaum creates a sound that feels both familiar and fresh.

Joining Quattlebaum are James Rossi on fiddle, Josiah Payne on mandolin, and Mark Karwan on bass. Together, the quartet weaves driving instrumentals, rich vocal harmonies, and spontaneous moments of musical conversation into every performance.

Whether appearing at festivals, concert series, theaters, breweries, or community gatherings, Quattlebaum brings people together through songs, stories, and a shared love of acoustic music.

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