At just sixteen years old, Wyatt Ellis is already making waves as one of the most exciting young talents in bluegrass. The East Tennessee native has earned praise not only for his virtuosic mandolin playing, but also for his thoughtful songwriting and deep connection to the genre’s roots. On May 22, Ellis brings his high-energy band and unmistakable sound to Pearl Street Warehouse for his Washington, D.C., debut—just days before taking the stage at DelFest in Cumberland, Maryland.

Ellis doesn’t just play the mandolin—he inhabits it. With picking that’s both lightning-fast and expressive, and phrasing that nods to legends like Bill Monroe while pushing into modern territory, his sound bridges generations. Whether he's soloing or weaving in and out of harmony with his bandmates, Wyatt plays with the ease of someone twice his age—and the spark of someone who still has everything ahead of him.

Backed by a sharp, dynamic band, Ellis’s live performances are a mix of tradition and innovation. Expect tight rhythms, rich harmonies, and a setlist that blends bluegrass standards with original tunes that showcase his voice—both musical and lyrical. It’s Appalachian soul with a fresh perspective, all anchored by Ellis’s commanding presence on stage.

Wyatt has already shared the stage with some of bluegrass’s most respected and iconic figures—Billy Strings, Sam Bush, Peter Rowan, Jim Lauderdale, to name a few—and he's been turning heads at festivals and concert halls around the country. His social media following continues to grow, fueled by clips of blazing solos and behind-the-scenes moments that give fans a glimpse into the mind of a young artist on the rise.

For Washington-area audiences, this is a rare chance to catch Wyatt Ellis up close, in a room where you can hear every nuance of his mandolin work and feel the energy of a band fully in sync.

Bluegrass fans, music lovers, and anyone curious about the next big thing in roots music—this show is for you. Grab your tickets now for Wyatt Ellis at Pearl Street Warehouse on May 22. You’ll want to say you saw him here, before the stages got bigger and the crowds caught on.

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