GuitartownCT presents “Bluegrass and Blues”
Rob Ickes and Trey Hensley Outdoor concert Sunday, October 17 at 1:00 PM 166 Mather Street, Hamden, CT Tickets $35 at www.guitartownct.com Bring a chair and refreshments
Rob Ickes and Trey Hensley Outdoor concert Sunday, October 17 at 1:00 PM 166 Mather Street, Hamden, CT Tickets $35 at www.guitartownct.com Bring a chair and refreshments
Jake Blount is an award winning banjoist, fiddler, singer and scholar from Rhode Island. He was a 2020 Steve Martin Banjo Prize winner Friday, November 19 at 6:00 PM. Best Video, 1842 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT Tickets are $30 at www.guitartownct.com
Southern Rail brings their exuberant blend of upbeat bluegrass and happy mayhem to the Rose Garden Coffeehouse in Mansfield, MA on Saturday Nov. 20 (8 pm) The concert will be held in the sanctuary, which has 4 new air filters and has plenty of room for folks to space out. Proof of vaccination will be required at the door, and masks must be worn throughout the show. Tickets available at the door, or in advance on the Rose Garden website. Let's all do our part to keep everyone safe! :>)
The Open Bluegrass Jam is back! Thursdays, 7:30 – 9:00 pm in the sanctuary Open to bluegrass players at all levels – guitar, mandolin, banjo, fiddle, dobro, bass, singers – join Max Anderson as he calls the tunes, posts the charts, and leads the group (at a manageable speed) through the great repertoire of tunes and songs from the bluegrass tradition. Open to musicians and those who just want to listen and observe. Jam dates: December 2, 9, and 16, January 6, 13, 20, and 27, February 3, 10, and 17, March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31, April 7, 14, and 28, May 5, 12, 19, and 26 $10 suggested donation is greatly appreciated to support the program.
Bluegrass singer-songwriter Rachel will perform her original songs at the Concord Conservatory of Music on Saturday, March 12th, at 7:00 PM. Attend her masterclass first from 5:00 to 6:00 PM that explores the ties between traditional and modern folk songs and how we as writers can look to those old songs and find something new within them. (Masterclass tickets with concert, $45 or concert only, $20) Free for students 18 and under. Purchase tickets at ConcordConservatory.org or at the door. To attend CCM events, you must show proof of full vaccination. CCM is the area's non-profit community music school located at 1317 Main Street. ConcordConservatory.org / [email protected] / (978) 369-0010.
North Carolina favorites Chatham Rabbits play The Burren with Special Guests The Wildmans.
Southern Rail welcomes spring with their exuberant blend of upbeat bluegrass and riveting vocals at the acclaimed Sanford Springvale Historical Museum. This promises to be another packed house, featuring lush harmonies, irrepressible good humor, and sparkling banjo, guitar, mandolin and bass. Tickets at the door or by reservation:207-324-2797. Proof of vaccination and masking required at the time of scheduling. Call 207-324-2797 to see if these requirements have changed, and to get more concert details.
Join us for a joyous Sunday morning of Bluegrass Gospel, performed outdoors! All are welcome!
Outdoor Garden Concert – Sunday, May 1, 2022, 3:00 PM 166 Mather Street, Hamden, CT Bring chair and refreshments!
Saturday May 7 (8-9:30 pm) Homegrown Coffeehouse, 1st Parish Church, 23 Dedham, Ave, Needham, MA $20 tix at the door or by reservation Contact info: JIm Sargent 781-444-7478 or [email protected] Reserve tix at http://uuneedham.org/homegrown-coffeehouse High energy bluegrass and the world's best carrot cake! Proof of vaccination and masking required