Lewis calls Memphis, Tennessee home, but spends much of his life on the road so he can “do what he loves best--make music” for grateful audiences.  His musical roots stretch back at least two generations, to a banjo-toting grandfather and his singer-songwriter mother. Lewis has mastered many acoustic instruments and possesses a great voice. This combo has powered a solid solo career and also makes him a frequent sessions musician. He has performed with Hank Williams III, The Tennessee Boltsmokers, Keith Sykes, Amy LaVere, Jason Petty, and many others.  Closer to home, he performs regularly with Door County’s Katie Dahl. Lewis has received the Premier String Player Award from the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences, Memphis Chapter, long with other national recognitions.  He also produces for other recording artists and teaches music.

Lewis’ most recent album is titled “Before the Last Time.” It includes originals, as well as songs by John Prine, Townes Van Zandt, some Delta Blues classics, and more. Claudia Schmidt, a Black Hawk favorite, joins him on the album, along with many other much loved talents! To sample Lewis’ music or to learn more about him, visit facebook.com/EricLewisPage.

Again, this is an outdoor concert. Please bring chairs or a blanket and whatever you need to be comfortable outside. October will bring concerts back to the community center, beginning with Claudia Russell and Bruce Kaplan on Saturday, October 8. General admission tickets are $10 for adults; $8, 12 – 18 years. Black Hawk Folk Society is a 501(c)3 non-profit and a completely volunteer-driven organization dedicated to bringing quality live music to central Wisconsin. BHFS thanks all donors and especially the following sponsors whose support makes this Second Saturday concert series, and other events, including educational outreach programs, possible: Lyle and Beth Buettner; Conners/Barrett & Company LLC; Louise Coumbe; The Frey Family Foundation; Patricia Grant; Dave Gunderson; Paul and Betty Hagan; The Dick Hansen Family; Guy and Lauretta Kaplan; Barbara Peterson; and Janet Scalpone. For more information about this concert, to learn how to become a sponsor or how you can support Black Hawk in other ways, please visit blackhawkfolk.org or check out Black Hawk's Facebook page.

Cutline: Eric Lewis will take the stage at Mt. Morris Town Park on Saturday, September 10. This outdoor concert begins at 2 p.m. and is sponsored by Black Hawk Folk Society. The “Memphis Flyer” describes Lewis as a masterful and authentic musician whether he’s sharing mountain music and folk, the blues, or country. General admission tickets sold at the gate.