Mike Beck: The Ponies

Mike Beck is an acclaimed, engaging, and charismatic acoustic singer-songwriter, composer, and storyteller whose performances have captivated audiences across the United States and around the world. A perennial favorite at the prestigious National Cowboy Poetry and Music Gathering, Mike brings authenticity, warmth, and masterful musicianship to every stage.

The Ponies is a heartfelt, humorous, and deeply moving evening of mostly original songs woven together with unforgettable stories that celebrate the timeless bond between horse and human. Drawing from a lifetime spent studying with legendary horsemen Bill Dorrance, Tom Dorrance, and Ray Hunt; years as a working cowboy throughout the American West; and decades leading acclaimed Horsemanship Clinics, Mike offers far more than a cowboy concert. The Ponies is a rich, inspiring celebration of the enduring partnership between people and horses—told through beautifully crafted songs, vivid storytelling, and genuine Western wisdom.