An Evening with the Musical Mountaineers and Author Kevin Grange

Wed Dec 11 2024 at 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm UTC-08:00

REI | Seattle

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An Evening with the Musical Mountaineers and Author Kevin Grange
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Join us at REI in Seattle for a rare musical performance and book reading
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An Evening with The Musical Mountaineers & Author Kevin Grange

In the heart of the wilderness, two things are exceptionally rare—spotting a Grizzly Bear in its natural habitat, and catching a live performance of The Musical Mountaineers. On December 11th, you’ll have the opportunity to experience both at REI in Seattle.

This FREE event features a live performance with a duo as elusive as the Grizzlies themselves. Plus, an interactive book reading and presentation by Kevin Grange, author of the soon-to-be-released .


Event Details:

  • Date: December 11th, 2024 (Potential second showing on December 12th)
  • Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location: REI Seattle, Upstairs Room
  • Tickets: FREE (Donations encouraged for the REI Cooperative Action Fund)


A Wild Encounter Like No Other

The Musical Mountaineers are best known for their unannounced sunrise serenades in the North Cascades. They rarely appear in public, but when they do, the performance is nothing short of magical.

This rare musical performance AND captivating storytelling event with award winning author Kevin Grange, promises to be a night to remember. Kevin’s soon-to-be-released book, Grizzly Confidential, isn’t just about bears—it’s also about the remarkable people dedicated to protecting them. It is a fast-paced and captivating journey that educates and entertains, offering a rare glimpse into the hidden lives of these iconic creatures. Blending science with adventure, it’s a powerful call for bear conservation, making it a must-read for outdoor enthusiasts everywhere.

What to expect:

  1. Live performance with the Musical Mountaineers
  2. Book Reading and Engaging Talk by Author Kevin Grange, Grizzly Confidential
  3. Stunning visual journey that brings the wilderness to life on screen, accompanied by a live musical score from The Musical Mountaineers.
  1. Musical homage to the wild places we treasure and the Grizzlies who roam freely in them.


Tickets & Donations

While the event is free, we encourage donations to the , an organization dedicated to expanding access to the outdoors for everyone. Donations can be made during registration, and 100% of proceeds will go to support this cause.



About Kevin Grange & The Musical Mountaineers
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Kevin Grange is an award-winning author, former park ranger and paramedic who has lived in the shadows of North America’s greatest wildernesses -- from Yellowstone to the Alaskan Peninsula. His book, , takes readers into the hidden world of Ursus Arctos—where scientists discover the secrets of hibernation, illegal wildlife markets exploit bears, and the largest congregation of brown bears on Earth thrives in harmony with humans. His journey is a mix of science, adventure, and a call to protect these iconic creatures.


Event Photos

The Musical Mountaineers: Together, pianist Rose Freeman and violinist Anastasia Allison carry their instruments deep into the mountains to play unannounced serenades for no audience, except an occasional marmot and the Cascade Mountains. The pair has performed at over 40 unique wilderness locations and has performed at Benaroya Hall in Seattle to benefit the Washington National Parks Fund.


Anastasia Allison, violin, is the founder of a gear company called Kula Cloth ® , which makes the very first antimicrobial pee cloth for all the places you 'go'. Kula Cloth started in her guest bedroom and has rapidly grown into a standard piece of gear that is used by hundreds of thousands of humans from all over the globe. In addition to running a gear company and performing music, Anastasia lives in a cabin on a lake with her husband Aaron and they enjoy spending their time together riding motorcycles and hiking and backpacking. They have 3 grey cats.


Rose Freeman, piano, is a Nationally Certified Piano Teacher of Music who offers classical, composition, pedagogy, and collaborative piano lessons from her home studio in Bothell. Rose invites her students on a personal, intuitive, and creative journey with an approach that fosters connection to their own hearts and the world around them. She delights in the opportunity to teach a well-rounded music education in a way that equips students to arrive at the piano with curiosity, courage, and freedom. When she’s not teaching, she enjoys rollerblading on local trails and being in the forest!

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

REI, 222 Yale Avenue North, Seattle, United States

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