Andrew Collins Trio Live at Leopard Frog Farm

Award-Winning Andrew Collins Trio Brings Newgrass Brilliance to Leopard Frog Farm

If you’re a fan of exceptional musicianship, acoustic roots music, and unforgettable live performances in a beautiful rural setting, you’ll want to make your way to Leopard Frog Farm in Battersea on Saturday, July 25. The acclaimed Andrew Collins Trio is bringing its celebrated live show to the farm for an afternoon of genre-defying music that blends bluegrass, folk, jazz, classical, and acoustic traditions into something truly unique.

A seven-time Canadian Folk Music Award winner and five-time JUNO Award nominee, Andrew Collins has spent decades establishing himself as one of Canada’s most accomplished and versatile acoustic musicians. Best known for his extraordinary command of the mandolin, Collins is equally at home performing on fiddle, guitar, mandola, and mandocello. As a composer, arranger, producer, educator, and performer, he has consistently pushed the boundaries of acoustic music while remaining deeply connected to its traditional roots.

Music lovers may recognize Collins as a founding member of acclaimed Canadian groups including the Creaking Tree String Quartet and the Foggy Hogtown Boys, ensembles that helped shape Canada’s contemporary folk and bluegrass landscape. His current trio continues that tradition, delivering performances filled with dazzling instrumental interplay, heartfelt melodies, and an infectious sense of joy that resonates with audiences of all musical backgrounds.

The trio arrives in Battersea celebrating the release of their newest album, Retro, an exciting collection that showcases just how expansive acoustic music can be. From lightning-fast bluegrass instrumentals and swinging jazz-inspired waltzes to imaginative reinterpretations of classical works, Retro demonstrates the group’s remarkable ability to honour musical traditions while constantly finding fresh ways to reinvent them. Fans of artists such as Béla Fleck, David Grisman, and Yo-Yo Ma will find plenty to appreciate in the trio’s adventurous approach to modern acoustic music.

The venue itself adds to the experience. Leopard Frog Farm, nestled in the countryside just north of Kingston, offers an intimate concert setting where audiences can enjoy world-class musicians in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. It’s the kind of venue where every note feels personal and every performance becomes a memorable afternoon shared between artists and audience.

Whether you’re a lifelong bluegrass enthusiast, a folk music fan, or simply someone who appreciates extraordinary musicianship, the Andrew Collins Trio promises a concert filled with technical brilliance, heartfelt performances, and musical surprises around every corner.

Event Details

Event: Andrew Collins Trio – Retro CD Release Tour

Date: Saturday, July 25, 2026

Time: 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Location: Leopard Frog Farm, 4587 Kauffman Lane, Battersea

Admission: $30

Experience one of Canada’s finest acoustic ensembles in one of the region’s most charming concert settings.