Music in the Galleries is a monthly series that brings Houston’s renowned music ensembles and solo performers into the Museum’s immersive gallery spaces.
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.
COME SEE US!
Remembrance Day Celebration
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.
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!
We're happy to return to this singer-songwriter venue to highlight our originals, along with a few traditional tunes we love. Grab a pre-weekend bite and join the Fire Ants as they perform on the cafe's stage. Open to the general public.