Wyatt Ellis - Summer Concert Series (Blue Ridge Music Center - Milepost 213)

Wyatt Ellis

Born in the rich music bed of East Tennessee, Wyatt Ellis has quickly become one of the most-watched young musicians in bluegrass music. A devotee of Bill Monroe, Ellis has been mentored by and collaborated with many iconic bluegrass musicians, including Bobby Osborne, Marty Stuart, and Peter Rowan. Wyatt has studied with mandolin masters, composed his own original instrumentals, and transitioned from playing alone in his living room to performing alongside bluegrass legends and Hall of Famers.

Ellis’s band includes Gibson Davis (banjo),Christian Ward and Noah Goebel (fiddles), Alex Leach (guitar), and Sarah Griffin (bass). Their performances are often centered around the old-school single microphone. They capture the true spirit of bluegrass while infusing a youthful intensity and virtuosity that sets them apart, creating a unique sound that resonates with bluegrass fans old and new.

Ellis was named the 2024 Momentum Instrumentalist of the Year from the International Bluegrass Music Association. In 2024, he also made his solo debut at the Newport Folk Festival, and his band became a fan favorite at major festivals such as Gray Fox, MerleFest, and Big Ears. Ellis has performed many times on the Grand Ole Opry, first as a guest of Dailey and Vincent, and making his official debut as a solo artist at just 14 years of age. 

In January of 2025, Wyatt released a historic project alongside bluegrass legend Peter Rowan. The collaboration honors Rowan’s legacy while passing the torch of the “old school” to bluegrass music’s newest flame-keeper. Currently, Wyatt is preparing to release an album with his touring band, which will feature a mix of fan favorites and exciting new original material. 

As he continues to push the boundaries of bluegrass, Wyatt is poised to captivate music lovers around the world—you won’t want to miss the next chapter in this unstoppable young artist’s journey.

More information: Wyatt Ellis

•  Ticket purchases are nonrefundable
•  Concerts take place Rain or Shine
•  Admission gates open at 5:45 pm
•  Showtime is 7 p.m.
•  You need to bring your own lawn chair and/or blanket
•  We recommend bringing a jacket or sweatshirt as it often gets cooler after the sun goes down and sometimes a rain shower pops up
•  You are welcome to bring a picnic with drinks and beverages (no alcohol is permitted on-site)
•  There is a on-site food vendor – for larger attendance shows sometimes two food vendors, but we always recommended bringing at least some water and a few snacks in case the lines at the food vendor are long and/or they run out of food
•  Alcohol, drones, pop-up tents, and tables are not allowed in the amphitheater
•  Dogs are permitted at most shows with the following rules: dog(s) must always be on a leash, concert goers with dog(s) are only permitted to sit on the hillside above the rock walls and not in the main seating area below the rock walls, you must clean up after your pet, if your dog(s) behavior is interfering with other patrons enjoyment of the show, you and your pet may be asked to leave the amphitheater and no refund will be given 

The Bluffs Restaurant will offer food and beverages for purchase during the concert. Visitors may bring their own food and beverages into the amphitheater. Alcoholic beverages are not permitted. 

Assistive listening devices are available for use during concerts. If you would like to borrow a free device, email info@blueridgemusiccenter.org in advance of your visit.