Witness Tree Reunion
Across the Great Divide - Kate Wolf
If You Knew My Story - Steve Martin / Edie Brickell
Millwork - James Taylor
I'll Fly Away
Mixtape Recital Series, Capital One Hall - McLean VA
Mixtape Recital Series - Capital One Hall - McLean VA
Mixtape Recital Series - Capital One Hall - McLean VA
Overview
Witness Tree Reunion - presents a time travel adventure through song - from the Urban Folk Revival to Woodstock to Laurel Canyon and beyond. Matt and Maddy Miskie, a Father/Daughter folk duo, bring a spirit of nostalgia, connection and fun to their live performances through thoughtfully crafted programs.
Core repertoire draws from contemporary and traditional folk music of of the U.S., Canada and The British Isles, along with familiar standards.
Covered artists include: Pete Seeger, Woodie Guthrie, Joan Baez, Joni Mitchell, Carole King, James Taylor, Simon & Garfunkel, Tom Paxton, Peter, Paul & Mary, Ian and Sylvia and more.
Reviews
2 reviews
Eleanor S.
August 28, 2025Terrific Traditional!
If you love traditional folk songs, songs you used to sing along with around a campfire, and tunes you’ll rarely hear anywhere else, you will love Witness Tree Reunion. This father-daughter duo features powerful vocals and stellar guitar work, bringing you along with them to a happy place in your mind. It’s not nostalgia (well, maybe a little…), it’s just great timeless music! I loved every bit of their set and look forward to catching them again.
Hired as: Folk Band
John K.
August 25, 2025Two Generations of Exceptional Talent
I have the pleasure of hosting an open mic in central Pennsylvania which attracts some top shelf local performers. Matt and Madeline have appeared there twice and stole the show both times. Both excellent singers, they have a wide range of music, moving from genre to genre with ease. Matt's skill on guitar and vocals blends with Maddy's incredibly clear, sweet voice, showcasing not only her professional training but her passion for a good song sung well. Having heard just a sample of their music twice, I personally would go out of my way to hear a whole show from them. I highly recommend Witness Tree Reunion as the best acoustic music has to offer.
Hired as: 1960s Era Entertainment, 1970s Era Entertainment, Celtic Music, Folk Singer, Singer/Songwriter
Booking information
Price range: Contact for rates
Languages: English
Gig length: 60 - 120 minutes
Insurance: $1,000,000 - Professional Liability Insurance
About
Matt Miskie has been on the road sharing stories and songs for the better part of 45 years. His entertaining songs and stories have delighted audiences of all ages. He is a life-long advocate for the environment, preservation of wild places, social justice and arts in education.
Outside of performing, Maddy is a voice teacher, yoga instructor and the owner & founder of Windsong Voice and Yoga, her private studio in Central Maryland. She is a proud alumna of The Eastman School of Music and the University of Maryland.
Additional booking notes
High quality professional sound reinforcement provided appropriate to your size venue at a volume that you determine.
We have a variety of sound systems designed to cover small spaces, large rooms, banquet halls and outdoor settings.
If performance is outdoors - adequate cover must be provided.
Past booked events
October 2025
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Wednesday
Nonprofit Event
4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Rockville, MD
Set list
Our repertoire is highly adaptable based on your audience and your event! Here are a few sample set lists that include the best of what we have to offer - feel free to reach out with questions and requests!
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1960's & 1970's Sample Program:
•If I Had a Hammer - Peter, Paul & Mary (Pete Seger)
•American Tune - Simon & Garfunkel
•59th St. Bridge Song ('Feelin' Groovy') - Simon & Garfunkel
•Another You - The Seekers
•Georgy Girl - The Seekers
•California Dreamin' - Mamas and the Papas
•I had a King -Joni Mitchell
•Chelsea Morning - Joni Mitchell
•Night in the City - Joni Mitchell
•Big Yellow Taxi - Joni Mitchell
•Someday Soon - Judy Collins/Ian & Sylvia
•Don't Think Twice It's Alright - Bob Dylan
•Sweet Sir Galahad - Joan Baez
•Country Road - James Taylor
•Carolina in my Mind - James Taylor
•So Far Away - Carole King
•You've Got a Friend - Carole King
•Take Me Home, Country Roads - John Denver
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'Family Reunion' / 'The PBS Special' Sample Program:
•If You Knew My Story - Edie Hill, Steve Martin
•Shady Grove - American Bluegrass
•I'll Fly Away - American Bluegrass
•Crooked Tree - Molly Tuttle
•Across the Great Divide - Kate Wolf
•When Fall Comes to New England - Cheryl Wheeler
•Morning Morgantown - Joni Mitchell
•Touch the Sky - from 'Brave'
•All is Found - from 'Frozen'
•The Swimming Song - Loudon Wainwright III
•I Don't Want to Live on the Moon - Jeff Moss from 'Sesame Street'
•Here in My Backyard - Matt Miskie
•Dream a little Dream - Mammas and the Papas
•Goodnight Irene - The Weavers (Huddie Ledbetter - Leadbelly)
•Ain't Misbehavin' - Thomas 'Fats' Waller, Andy Razaf
•What was I Made For? - Billie Eilish from 'Barbie'
•Shower the People - James Taylor
•Circle Game - Joni Mitchell
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Traditional Folksong Program:
•All Around My Hat - Steeleye Span
•False Knight on the Road - Maddy Prior & Tim Hart
•I Live Not Where I Love - Maddy Prior & Tim Hart
•Three Drunken Maidens - Maddy Prior & Tim Hart
•The Last Rose of Summer - Irish Traditional
•Red is the Rose - Irish Traditional
•Caledonia - Dougie MacLean (Scottish)
•Singing Land - Dougie MacLean (Scottish)
•Follow the Heron Home - Karine Polwart (Scottish)
•Song for the Mira - Canadian traditional
•Across the Great Divide - Kate Wolf
•When Fall Comes to New England - Cheryl Wheeler
•Red River Valley - American Traditional
•I'll Fly Away - American Bluegrass
•Shady Grove - American Bluegrass
•African Daisy - Matt Miskie
•Here in my backyard - Matt Miskie
•Pennsylvania Home - Matt Miskie
•Girl from the North Country - Bob Dylan
•Pastures of Plenty - Woody Guthrie
•This Land is Your Land - Woody Guthrie
•The Times They are a Changin' - Bob Dylan
Influences and inspiration
Our core repertoire draws from contemporary and traditional folk music of of the U.S., Canada and The British Isles, along with familiar standards.
Covered artists include but are not limited to: Pete Seeger, Woodie Guthrie, Joan Baez,
Joni Mitchell, Carole King, James Taylor, Simon & Garfunkel, Alison Krauss, Tom Paxton, Peter, Paul & Mary, Ian and Sylvia and more.
Setup requirements
We are self contained in terms of sound reinforcement. Standard Grounded outlets for indoor spaces. Standard Grounded GFI circuits for outdoor spaces. We do NOT provide stage lighting.