True North Duo Brings Award-Winning American Roots Music To Chemeketa - 03/09/26

Kristen Grainger and Dan Wetzel deliver an intimate evening of folk and country-inspired storytelling

Salem, Ore., Mary 9, 2026 — Chemeketa Concerts is pleased to present True North, the acclaimed American Roots duo featuring Kristen Grainger and Dan Wetzel, on March 25 at 7:00 p.m. in the Chemeketa Auditorium (Building 6), 4000 Lancaster Drive NE, Salem. Parking is available in the Purple Parking Area.

With passionate harmonies, hand-built instruments, and memorable songwriting, Grainger and Wetzel create a sound that moves straight from the stage to the heart. Their performances blend refined musicianship with deeply expressive vocals, creating an intimate concert experience that resonates with audiences long after the final note.

The duo has earned top honors on some of the nation’s most respected stages, including the Telluride Bluegrass Festival, Kerrville Folk Festival, and MerleFest. In 2021, Kristen Grainger was recognized by The Bluegrass Situation—alongside Dolly Parton and Brandi Carlile—as one of the “Women Who Wrote Our 2020 Soundtrack,” highlighting the emotional depth and cultural relevance of her songwriting.

Based in Oregon’s Willamette Valley, True North performs nationally and internationally and has built a devoted following along the way. Three of their albums have reached #1 on the folk radio charts, and their newest release, Time and Materials, is already connecting with listeners across the country.

This special performance offers a rare opportunity to experience two master storytellers at the height of their craft—authentic, heartfelt, and unforgettable.

Event Details
What: True North in Concert
When: March 25, 7:00 p.m.
Where: Chemeketa Auditorium, Building 6
4000 Lancaster Drive NE, Salem, Oregon
(Purple Parking Area)

Tickets are available through Eventbrite:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1980197547169?aff=oddtdtcreator

Learn more about the artists at:
http://www.truenorthband.com

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