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    The Fire Ants String Band

    The Band

    Davey ~ Mandolin, Vocals
    John ~ Bass
    Kelly ~ Banjo, Vocals
    Tristan ~ Guitar, Fiddle, Vocals
    Tracy Jo ~ Mandolin, Guitar, Vocals
    Nils ~ Banjo, Vocals

    About

    Numerous and belligerent, The Fire Ants String Band brings old-time mountain music to Texas Gulf Coast anthills. The Fire Ants are a six-piece string band fusing Houston bluegrass and Appalachian traditions with Texas fiddling and swing. Their repertoire blends traditional tunes with originals about dirt-yard dogs, space worms, and alligator men, delivered with sparkling instrumentation and tight vocal harmonies. 

     

    You've probably seen 'em on a farm, in a field, in a barn, or maybe on an actual stage. They're biscuits and gravy in the morning, iced tea on the porch, and a little moonshine at night. But don't hold all this against 'em; they're still a hoot to be around. If you need some good-time music, if no one else can help, and if you can find them, maybe you can call The Fire Ants. 

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    Night at the MFAH: Art of America (MFAH Members Event)

    Night at the MFAH: Art of America (MFAH Members Event)

    Saturday, July 11 @ 6:00PMSat, Jul 11 @ 6:00PM

    Museum of Fine Arts Houston, Houston, TX

    We are thrilled to be performing at this event celebrating Art of the America! This event is for MFAH members only, but you can join here: https://www.mfah.org/membership

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    Night at the MFAH: Art of America (MFAH Members Event) @ Museum of Fine Arts Houston on Jul 11, 6:00PM

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    BMKO presents The Fire Ants String Band

    BMKO presents The Fire Ants String Band

    Friday, September 11 @ 6:00PMFri, Sep 11 @ 6:00PM

    Richard & Meg Weekley Community Center, 8440 Greenhouse Rd , Cypress, TX

    We're honored to again take the stage at Bluegrass Music Night Out in Cypress! Come on out for a good time! https://facebook.com/BluegrassRising/

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    BMKO presents The Fire Ants String Band @ Richard & Meg Weekley Community Center on Sep 11, 6:00PM

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    Sep19

    Bay Area Bluegrass Association

    Saturday, September 19 @ 7:00PMSat, Sep 19 @ 7:00PM

    Webster Civic Center, 311 Pennsylvania Ave, Webster, TX

    We'll be on stage at the Webster Civic center for the Bay Area Bluegrass Association's get-together September 19. More info on the ol' Book of Faces: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100042219137873

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    Bay Area Bluegrass Association @ Webster Civic Center on Sep 19, 7:00PM

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    Oct10

    Remembrance Day Celebration

    Saturday, October 10 @ 10:00AMSat, Oct 10 @ 10:00AM

    Blazing Star Sanctuary: Nature's Burial, 31930 Morrison Rd , Brookshire, TX 77423

    We are honored to provide music at this event for those who have interred their loved ones at Blazing Star Sanctuary, an organic cemetery dedicated to land and wildlife protection. The day will include planting, refreshments, live music, seed stomping, bird watching and a quiet remembrance time for families to spend time at their loved ones grave.

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    Remembrance Day Celebration @ Blazing Star Sanctuary: Nature's Burial on Oct 10, 10:00AM

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    Putting Down Roots

    Putting Down Roots

    Saturday, November 14 @ 9:00AMSat, Nov 14 @ 9:00AM

    Katy Prairie Conservancy, 31975 Hebert Rd , Waller, TX

    Come join us for the Indiangrass Preserve's annual PUTTING DOWN ROOTS event in the Katy Prairie! The Fire Ants will serenade you as you enjoy crafts, nature activities for all ages, food, and opportunities to get involved! Volunteers help plant native plants and restore prairie habitats.

    All ages are welcome to participate - no experience necessary!

    Physical Requirements: Bending, kneeling, or sitting on the ground; some light lifting.

    What to wear: Closed-toe shoes, tall socks, long pants, long-sleeved shirt, hat.

    What to bring: Reusable water bottle, gardening gloves (or we have pairs to borrow). All other tools are provided.

    Also - Fire Ants String Band performance!

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    Putting Down Roots @ Katy Prairie Conservancy on Nov 14, 9:00AM

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