Our latest CD, Migration Road, is back from being pressed and available online (see our store page). The CD will also be available at upcoming events. Cris also has a biography that has been released by the Wisconsin Historical Society Press; The Badger Biography Series. The biography is titled: "Cris Plata: From Fields to Stage/Del Campo al Escenario" and is written by Maia A. Surdam. Check out the link to the right for more info.
Mark your calendars and come out to the following 2026 gigs.
Saturday, March 7th: The International Festival, Overture Center. Cris & Ann Plata Duo. Come join in celebrating the rich culture heritage within our community and enjoy more than 30 free performances throughout the Overture by performers who call Dane County home. Our set starts at 11:15 am in the main lobby. (Overture Center, 201 State St, Madison, WI)
Saturday, June 27th: Bob Queen's Celebration of Life. Come join us as we celebrate The Sultan of Madison's Summer Festivals. The one and only Bob Queen who left his mark on the city's music scene. The celebration beguins at 3:00 pm till 6:00 pm. We are honored to have been asked to play. Cris Plata & Extra Hot will start the music at 3:30 pm. Garver Feed Mill, 3241 Garver Green, Madison, WI 53704
Saturday, August 15th: Eken Park Festival. Come on out to the 10th annual festival, for an all day fun of food and music! Cris Plata with Extra Hot set starts at 4:45 pm. 2407 Coolidge St. Madison, WI 53704
Monday, September 14th: Sun Prairie Public Library Music Series. The Cris Plata Trio will be performing at the library's outdoor stage. Come on out and check out the library and some books while you enjoy our music. Music from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm.
1350 Linnerud Dr. Sun Prairie, WI.
Saturday, September 19th: Willy Street Fair. Cris Plata with Extra Hot will be playing this great end of summer festival. Come and bid goodbye to the dog days of summer with us. 4:15 pm to 5:30 pm. Main Stage is located at 924 Williamson St. Madison,WI
Sunday, September 20th: Willy Street Fair. I will be doing a solo folk set. I haven't performed solo in some years! I'm honored the Madison Folk Music Society has invited me. 12:15 pm Folk Music Stage is located at 1050 Williamson St. Madison,WI
Cris Plata Trio at the Stoughton Opera House:
30 Minute Music Hour
Click on to the link below to watch our appearance on Wisconsin Public Television's 30 Minute Music Hour.
From Fields to Stage
Click the link below to take you to the Wisconsin Historical Society Press site to buy a copy of "Cris Plata: From Fields to Stage/Del Campo al Escenario."
https://shop.wisconsinhistory.org/cris-plata-from-fields-to-stage-del-campo-al-escenario