Tour
Taking books beyond the page
Sound Archive Books is beginning to take our work on the road—presenting at select conferences, partnering with artists, and launching our Sound Archive Sessions events. Explore our early tour schedule below, and check back as the network grows—or join us in bringing a stop to your community.
Upcoming Events
Chatham Rabbits Music and Literacy Celebration!
Book talk and performance @ Inglewood Public Library (Los Angeles, CA)
Sheila Kay Adams Book Release @ Plott Hound Books
Sheila Kay Adams Book Release @ Plott Hound Books
Come celebrate the release of Sheila Kay Adam’s career spanning documentary book Carrying The Song with friends and family at Plott Hound Books. This will be a special celebration in the heart of the mountains.
Brooklyn Folk Festival
Sound Archive Books will be celebrating the launch of the Sheila Kay Adams book Carrying the Song at the Brooklyn Folk Festival. We are proud to be a sponsor of the 2026 festival and will have a popup bookstore at the festival representing all our artists.
Past Events
Launch of Abigail @ 2026 Public Library Association Conference
Public Library Association Conference
Chatham Rabbits‘ Sarah McCombie is a songwriter, a storyteller — and now, a published author. Her illustrated children’s book, Abigail and the Journey of a Pack Horse Librarian, illustrated by Kelley Wills, brings an unsung piece of American history to life through the band’s beloved song Abigail. Don’t miss the band performing live at PLA to celebrate:
- Chatham Rabbits at the Ingram Library booth — April 1 | 4:30 PM
- Chatham Rabbits at the Ingram VIP Party — April 2 | 6:00 PM
From Ballads to Broadcast: Activating Music Culture for Tourism Growth
Georgia Area Convention & Visitors Bureau Conference
What happens when deeply rooted music traditions become engines for tourism and civic renewal? Find out in this featured session with leaders from Madison County, NC and Macon, GA — including our own Donna Ray Norton, alongside panelists from Georgia Music Foundation and The Creek 100.9 American Roots Radio. From Appalachian ballads to independent radio, discover how music culture is driving visitation, resilience, and regional identity.
Sign up to host a stop on the tour
Sound Archive Sessions is our growing tour network—bringing touring artists into libraries and other public spaces for intimate performances, conversation, and book signings that deepen community connection.