Creating Music, Supporting Communities

Lisa Bodnar and Whistlegrass, Music Makers with a Mission

Allentown, Pennsylvania native, Lisa Bodnar is a singer-songwriter, musician and artist who believes in the power of community and giving back. She has inherited what she describes as the defiantly, optimistic Lehigh Valley grit. This fierce determination coupled with first-hand experience with Mother Nature is captured in her songwriting. You can catch an upcoming concert during her ongoing PA67 Tour of every county in Pennsylvania, either with her band, Lisa Bodnar and Whistlegrass, or performing in an acoustic duo with guitarist and fellow songwriter Dann Araque, or as a soloist on her piano. The PA67 Tour multi-genre shows provide local communities with a vibrant, electric concert event while lending support to the incredible non-profit organizations that improve the quality of life of Pennsylvanians. Her current release 40 Years in the Desert on the Deko Entertainment label has many stand-out singles including: Best That I Can, Feeding Time, Truth Comes Out to Play,  A Million Pieces, Revive My Heart, and I Love You, Friend (Duet with Steve Brosky). 

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Updates

In the Studio with Steve Brosky and Paul Willistein

Fairview Recording Studios has been buzzing with activity as we are busy working on our Y411 record and just last evening Allentown's finest musical artists and wordsmiths, Steve Brosky and Paul Willistein joined Dann Araque and I for pre-production for…

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An Amazing Start for Our Y411 Production

We are incredibly grateful to have our inaugural production of Y411 in the books. After five months of planning and rehearsals we can honestly say it was worth the long nights and editing sessions to have that experience we had…

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Y411 Countdown - 2 Days

We are almost to our production date of our show. We look forward to seeing you there.

Y411 Countdown - 4 Days

Lehigh Valley locals can learn more about our upcoming show when they read this very thoughtful article about Y411 by writer, Dave Howell of LVPnews. The article is in the Focus section of the local Lehigh Valley Press papers.

Y411 Countdown - 7 Days

The spaceship is about to take off next Saturday at our Y411 event at the Ice House. Dann Araque has inspected the engines. All Systems go. 

Y411 Countdown - 8 Days - MERCH!

New material and a new production calls for some brand new merchandise. Timing is everything. After band rehearsal today, a shipment of our newly designed shirts arrived. Our intern, Anna claimed the first one. These beauties will be available at…

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Y411 Countdown - 10 Days

Greetings Friends, 

We are exactly ten days away from debuting our Y411 Production at the Ice House with these fine musicians. We are excited to present something very different than we have done in the past. We hope you can…

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Y411 Countdown - 11 Days

Greetings Friends, 

Our countdown to our production is underway. In eleven days, we launch our production of Y411. We are adding live string players into our show and could not be more excited. Cellist, Julia Jurkiewicz and violist, Leah McCann…

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Y411 Show Tickets Available Starting March 9

Come and take the road less traveled with us on our musical journey at the Ice House in Bethlehem on April 11, 2026. Our multimedia production, Y411 explores the emotional and liberating journey of choices humans make at life’s many…

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Live at Icehouse on 4/11

Come join us for a musical journey at the Icehouse in Bethlehem on April 11. Stay tuned! More information to come.

7pm Godfrey Daniels Show on 10/16

Looking forward to our show at Godfrey Daniels this Thursday, October 16. Doors open at 6:30pm and we take the stage from 7-8PM.  Hope you can join us for this early evening of music that Dann Araque and…

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Godfrey Daniels on Thursday, Oct 16

Dann and I will be performing some new and reinterpreted songs from our collection and hope that you can join us. On Thursday, October 16, we will be at Godfrey Daniels which is Bethlehem's listening room where you can immerse…

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A Evening of Stars for Steve Brosky

A one night only event featuring LV artists singing Steve Brosky tunes is happening on Sunday, September 21 at Bethlehem's Icehouse. Dann Araque and I will be joining other local artists raise money for Steve's upcoming film. Come one, come…

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Post 367 Annual Summer Fundraising Event

The Fullerton American Legion Post 367 asked us to be a part of their Summer Clambake Fundraiser on Sunday, August 17. Dann and I will be performing an acoustic set during this annual event which provides a day of food…

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Community Events in Your County

We are planning the next leg of our PA67 Tour and are excited to head out to your county to create a memorable event and help raise funds for your community. Our friends at imagery.life put together this sweet time…

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40 YEARS in the DESERT - Purchase the MP3 ALBUM on Amazon for only $7.99 for a limited time

Previous events

Lisa Bodnar and Whistlegrass launch their evocative multimedia production Y411 at the Icehouse on Saturday, April 11 at 8pm. Y411 explores the emotional and liberating journey of choices that humans make at life's many crossroads to self-discovery and self-acceptance, and how it can foster deeper empathy and acceptance of others. The evening will be filled with original compositions featuring new material, and new arrangements of songs from Lisa's last three albums. The pieces will be performed in a variety of ensembles including a piano trio: piano, cello, and violin; a duet: guitar and piano; and full band: piano, guitars, drums and bass.

Doors open at 7:15pm. Show starts at 8pm.

Tickets can be purchased in advance at lisabodnar.com/shows or at the door on the day of the event.

The first 50 tickets sold online will receive a surprise gift the day of the show.

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Godfrey Daniels

Godfrey Daniels, 7 E. 4th St, Bethlehem, PA 18018

Join us at 7pm for an evening of songwriting, storytelling and new arrangements as we premiere new songs and cover songs from 40 Years in the Desert, Maybe I Did and Come Hell and High Water in Bethlehem’s premier Live Music Listening Room. Co-bill with Steve Brosky. Doors open at 6:30pm.

Advance Tix: $20.50+5.09 fee/ Day of Show (door): $25.50 +5.28 fee /Students ID (and under 20): $7.50 +4.58 fee

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A Evening of Stars for Steve Brosky

Icehouse, 56 River St, Bethlehem, PA 18018

Join us at the IceHouse on Sand Island for An Evening of Stars for Steve Brosky, a special celebration of one of the Lehigh Valley’s most enduring musical voices!

From his early days in Allentown’s clubs to his decades of writing songs rooted in blues, folk, rock, and Americana, Steve Brosky has shaped the sound of our region. On Sunday, September 21, a lineup of friends and fellow musicians will gather to perform his songs and share stories, while Steve himself reflects on his music and legacy in conversation throughout the night.

This special showcase will feature performances of Steve Brosky’s songs by a lineup of local luminaries, including Doug Ashby, Lisa Bodnar, Nick Franclik, Dave Fry, Friends of Tom, Mississippi Pig Farmers, Jimmy Meyer, Joe Mixon, Lily Moss, Bobby Soulman, Mike Stanley, James Supra, and Craig Thatcher.

Co-sponsored by Godfrey Daniels and WDIY, this showcase offers an intimate atmosphere where community and music come together!

Media Sponsor: WDIY | Co-Sponsored by Godfrey Daniels

Sponsors: From the Heart Productions, Oct 14 Entertainment, California Drum Shop

Tickets are $27.27 online presale / $32.46 walk up on day of the show

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Fullerton American Legion Post 367 hosts their annual Summer Clambake Fundraiser on Sunday, August 17. Doors open at 12 noon. The day is full of food, drinks, games and live entertainment provided by Lisa Bodnar and Whistlegrass (acoustic). Tickets are sold to members only and are available at the bar. If you aren't a member but would like to attend send an email to lisabodnarmusic at gmail dot com to see if there are any tickets still available and to reserve them. They will be held at the door for you.

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Steve Brosky and Friends - CANCELED DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES

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Soft Machine Gallery, 105 Ridge Ave, Allentown

Concert Fundraiser that supports the Steve Brosky Living in Allentown Biopic and American Legion Post 576. Steve performs his songs with guest artists: Dann Araque, Lisa Bodnar, Jeff White, Dale Yoder, Chris Younger, and Liz Younger.

$20 online $25 at the door

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Glam in the Vinyl Garden

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Ice House, 56 River St, Bethlehem, PA 18018

2nd Annual Vinyl Garden Event is an all-ages community music event and pop culture bazaar featuring vinyl record vendors, plant vendors and music paraphernalia, a food cafe by Zekraft, live music by Lisa Bodnar and Whistlegrass, vinyl djs: The Nite Liters, contests and prizes. $3 admission for adults, kids free

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Bends & Brews & Ballads

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Twisted Irons Craft Brewing Co, 303 Ruthar Dr Suites E & F, Newark, DE 19711

Community Fundraising Event for Grass Roots Rescue features features something for everyone. Join early for a yoga class for all levels, or join us at noon for live music, raffles, the Gastro Graffiti 302 Food Truck, and of course the Twisted Iron's delicious brews.

Yoga Instructor, Lesley Frost will lead you in a 50 minute flow for all experience levels as you are surrounded by adorable pups that are looking for their new forever home.

Grass Roots Rescues will be there with puppies available for adoption.

If you want to attend the yoga class come by early, class starts at 11am and is $17 class and includes a drink ticket and two raffle tickets. Bring your own mat.

Otherwise, general admission is FREE at 12 noon. All donations and raffle proceeds support Grass Roots Rescue. Come and participate in the raffles, grab a drink, have some lunch, and listen to the live acoustic concert by Americana artists Lisa Bodnar and Whistlegrass.

Tickets available at the door.

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Lisa Bodnar and Whistlegrass land in Sunbury's iconic venue, the Iron Vines Winery for a benefit concert for the arts. Proceeds benefit the Susquehanna Art Society!. There will be an art sale upstairs from 1pm to 7pm featuring the area's incredible pool of fine artists who will be displaying works in a variety of mediums for sale to the public. Cole Shaffer will be painting live during the event. Lisa Bodnar and Whistlegrass will perform at 7pm. Show admission is $5 at the door. Come out and support the arts while enjoying live music in Sunbury's incredibly unique venue and its local wines, and warm hospitality.

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PA67 Tour - Cameron County

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Andrews Farm, Emporium, PA 15834

Join us and the Sylvan Heritage Council for a community benefit and concert event in Cameron County at the bucolic Andrews Farm in Emporium. Proceeds from the event benefit the Cameron County Ambulance Association, Cameron County Outdoor Youth Activities (CCOYA) and the Sylvan Heritage Scholarship Fund. The night will feature a live concert by Lisa Bodnar and Whistlegrass, and Cameron County's own Trevor Clark will be performing. Local and commercial wines and beers and food will be served. This over 21 event will be taking place from 5 - 9PM. Tickets are available at 814-594-3260 or from any SHC member.

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OM from the Vinyl Garden (Free Community Event)

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Icehouse, 56 River St , Bethlehem, PA 18018

VINYL RECORD SALE – FOOD TRUCK – LIVE MUSIC

Free Community Pop Culture Bazaar

Discover music, eat good food, plan your garden, find cool stuff! Vinyl record vendors! Also, vintage clothes, seeds, plants, and more

Smokehouse Food Truck

Live music by: Lisa Bodnar and Whistlegrass, Nick Franclik and Rameen Shayegan

Free admission

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Live concert at the Creamery in Kennett Square. All proceeds go to the United Way of Southern Chester County's Oxford Fire Fund to help the 90 people displaced by the recent tragic Oxford fire. Join your community, and feel great knowing you are helping others to get back on their feet after suffering such a loss. We are honored and excited to be part of this Southern Chester community gathering and hope that we see you there. Ticket includes concert, free drink and activities. All ages event.

Adults $25, Under 21 $10

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On September 9, Indie-Americana musical artists Lisa Bodnar and Whistlegrass are landing in Forest County for their PA67 Tour stop to raise funds for the Forest County EMS Authority and Forest County Schools' FCCLA Chapters. This Community Concert Benefit Event takes place at the East Forest School Gym. In addition to the live concert, there will be food vendors, family-friendly games and activities. Tickets are $10 and children under 5 are free. Tickets can be reserved at 814-927-6688 and also by emailing Shenessa Rossetti at srossetti@forestareaschools.org. Event runs from 2:00 PM - 5:30 PM.

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Join us for a pre-marathon weekend concert event at the iconic Keystone Theatre in Towanda. Lisa Bodnar and Whistlegrass are bringing their original Indie-Americana show to Bradford County for one special night on Friday, September 8. Experience some feel-great music and vibes as you also give back to the community during this unique event. All ticket proceeds benefit the Children's House Child Advocacy Center (CHCAC) and the Bradford County Regional Arts Council (BCRAC). We hope you will join us and make this a special night for these two amazing organizations. See you then!

$15 - Adults, $10 - Students/Seniors

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Free concert plus concessions and craft vendors all benefits Pocono Mountains United Way! Come for the music! Stay for the food, drinks, camaraderie and community. Show starts at 11:30am. See you then!

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Acoustic show at Godfrey Daniels! Dann Araque and Lisa Bodnar are opening the show for headliner Nick Franclik at the iconic original music listening room in Bethlehem, PA on Friday, June 9. Tickets are available at godfreydaniels.org.

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PA67 Tour - Schuylkill County

Majestic Theater, 209 N. Center Street, Pottsville, PA 17901

On Saturday, May 27 the PA67 Tour will make a stop in Pottsville, PA to benefit the iconic Schuylkill County venue, the Majestic Theater. The concert event showcases original Pennsylvania musical artists Lisa Bodnar and Whistlegrass, Nick Franclik, and Rameen Shayegan and features an evening of lively heartland rock, and engaging storytelling all highlighting songs from their Americana albums. All ticket proceeds benefit the Majestic Theater.

$15.00

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Pennsylvania's original artists, Lisa Bodnar and Whistlegrass whose album 40 Years in the Desert is lighting up the Americana/Folk/Indie stations, are bringing their PA67 musical fundraising concert tour to Reno, Pennsylvania in beautiful Venango County at the iconic Wanango Country Club. 100% of ticket proceeds and 10% of restaurant sales proceeds benefit United Way of Venango County. https://unitedwayvc.org/

Ticket price is $20 each or $30/couple.

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An Evening with Lisa Bodnar and Whistlegrass and Friends

Spring Fling

Join us at Civic Theatre on Saturday, April 8 for a concert featuring local Americana singer-songwriter Lisa Bodnar and her band Whistlegrass as they fill the evening with original songs to herald in the Spring. Experience new works from guest artists: Nick Franclik, Rameen Shayegan, and an appearance by Chris Bogden and the MiXx Line dancers. This is the Lehigh County stop on the PA67 Tour where Pennsylvania music makers, Lisa Bodnar and Whistlegrass have one mission: to provide concert events in all 67 PA counties to unite communities and help raise funds for those in need. Proceeds benefit Civic Theatre. Hope to see you there!

$20.00

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Songwriters in the Round

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The Ice House, 56 River Street, Bethlehem, PA 18018

TICKETS: general admission $12 . students $6 cash at the door All ticket proceeds go to the artists. Interactive Artists Performance Series produced by Dina Hall in partnership with IceHouse Performing Arts Collaborative Each concert will spotlight three professional songwriters–on stage together–with individual performance, stories, and banter. Hosted by performing songwriter, Dina Hall. Students are strongly encouraged to attend!

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PA67 Tour - Centre County

Elk Creek Cafe and Ale Works, Millheim, PA

Join Lisa Bodnar and Whistlegrass at the fantastic live music venue, brewery and bistro that is Elk Creek Cafe and Ale Works in Millheim, PA for the Centre County stop of the PA67 Tour. All band merchandise proceeds go to The HOPE Fund. Support the community, and enjoy an evening of original music. Tickets are $12.

General Admission $12

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OUR FRIENDS AND FANS ARE THE BEST!

A Warm Thank You to Such Awesome Humans!

Dann and I are humbled by your amazing love and support. Much love to everyone that joined in person and in spirit on September 5. The last couple weeks were intense but we made it with the help of all of you.