Abigail Stauffer and the Wisdom

Abigail Stauffer and the Wisdom blend soulful pop vocals with the rare and distinct sound of jazz cello. Dave’s fluid mastery over his instrument lays down a foundation over which Abigail effortlessly jumps between registers, revealing her astounding vocal control and tone palate. Every song is a captivating showcase of confidence and vulnerability, crafting a balance of pain, hope, and joy. Their show evokes so much emotion, it’s hard to believe each song isn’t specifically about you.

Folk siren Abigail Stauffer turns the language of acoustic, pop, and neo-soul music into an irresistible invitation to heal and be healed. Finally, an artist who writes about the things that really matter; Abigail will warm your heart and serenade your soul.

Abigail Stauffer grew up in a musical family who sang together for fun. During her time at the University of Michigan, music was purely extracurricular, but she poured as much passion into music as she did to her unrelated studies. She squeezed songwriting sessions between classes, and recorded an album in a friend's living room by the time she was halfway through school. By the time she finished college she stumbled into a music career: opening for Ingrid Michaelson at The Ark, playing her first summer festivals including Summercamp, Harvest Gathering, and Ann Arbor Summer Festival and recording her first official album in the subsequent year.

Dave Haughey changes the way people think about the cello. His holistic approach to modern cello playing encompasses myriad genres and techniques, making him one of the most versatile young cellists in the world. He is an improviser, composer, and teacher who is always searching for new ways to expand the unique capabilities of the cello, thus trailblazing a path to a world where the instrument is known not only for is place in classical music but also a versatile and ubiquitous tool for music making in any genre. He has performed with the Paul Winter Consort, Eugene Friesen, Zohar Fresco, Armen Ksajikian, Roman Stolyar, Andrew Bishop, and others across the globe from the USA, to Asia, South America, Europe, and the Middle East. Dave has taught private lessons and workshops at festivals and schools around the world, including at The Berklee School of Music, The Conservatory of Tatui, the Rio International Cello Encounter in Brazil. He works as a performer, recording artist, teacher, composer, and once even on screen for a Netflix series.