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SUMMARY:JP Bluegrass Jam
DESCRIPTION:Long-standing Boston bluegrass and acoustic music jam. In the winter\, it is hosted at Hamilton Restaurant in Brookline. In pleasant weather\, find the jam at Jamaica Pond. \n\n\n\nContact Joe Lutz.
URL:https://bbu.org/event/jp-bluegrass-jam/
LOCATION:NH
CATEGORIES:Jams and Picking Parties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T190000
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SUMMARY:Backbeat Brewing Bluegrass Jam
DESCRIPTION:All pickers\, singers and Bluegrass fans are invited to join us on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of every month at Backbeat Brewing in Beverly\, MA.  The jam starts at 7pm and runs until at least 10 (usually ends closer to midnight!) \n\n\n\nThere is plenty of on-street parking. (Meters run to 8pm in Beverly) \n\n\n\nThe taps offer many delicious brews ranging from NE IPA’s to genuine English style cask ales\, and the kitchen cooks up tasty thin crust pizzas (available in gluten free and vegan options).
URL:https://bbu.org/event/backbeat-brewing-bluegrass-jam/2025-04-10/
LOCATION:Backbeat Brewing\, 31A Park\, Beverly\, MA\, 01915\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jams and Picking Parties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T063000
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SUMMARY:The Heather Mumford Project at Rozzie (un)PorchFest
DESCRIPTION:The Heather Mumford Project will be playing at Distraction Brewery\, as part of Roslindale (Un)Porchfest on Friday\, April 11 at 6:30pm. 1 night\, 15 bands\, 4 venues all in Rozzie Village.\n\nAll proceeds go to support Roslindale PorchFest this summer.\n\nHope to see you there!\n\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/heatherm_musicSoundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/mike-ekim-1/sets/the-heather-mumford-project\n\nhttps://roslindaleporchfest.org/unporch-fest-2025
URL:https://bbu.org/event/the-heather-mumford-project-at-rozzie-unporchfest/
LOCATION:Distraction Brewery\, 2 Belgrade Ave.\, Roslindale\, MA\, 02131\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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SUMMARY:Rock'n Grass Band at Harvest Grille
DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy cocktails and fine dining at the Harvest Grille in Jefferson MA (part of the town of Holden) while being serenaded by bluegrass and classic rock crossovers on bluegrass instruments! Kim Bourgeois – vocals and harmonica Mike Bourgeois – upright bass Lou Abbondanzo – vocals and guitar Peter Fein – vocals and banjo
URL:https://bbu.org/event/rockn-grass-band-at-harvest-grille/
LOCATION:Harvest Grille\, 1 Princeton St.\, Jefferson\, MA\, 01522\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T190000
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SUMMARY:The Hazel Project at the Word Barn
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a night of exceptional music as The Hazel Project comes to The Word Barn playing tribute to the music written and recorded by bluegrass pioneers and legendary musicians\, Hazel Dickens and Alice Gerrard. With Betsy Heron (fiddle)\, Gretchen Bowder (banjo)\, Whitney Roy (guitar)\, and Lindsay Lassonde (bass)\, The Hazel Project features sweet soaring harmonies and tasteful tunes. Special guests The Mountain open.  Tickets at https://portsmouthnhtickets.com/events/the-hazel-project-with-the-mountain-4-11-2025
URL:https://bbu.org/event/the-hazel-project-at-the-word-barn/
LOCATION:The Word Barn\, 66 Newfields Road\, Exeter\, New Hampshire\, 03833\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T200000
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SUMMARY:Jacob Jolliff Band
DESCRIPTION:After wowing audiences as part of Béla Fleck’s band in 2022 and then with his band in 2023\, mandolinist Jacob Jolliff returns to Rockport. A former member of two massively popular progressive bluegrass bands\, Joy Kills Sorrow and the Yonder Mountain String Band\, Jolliff remains one of the country’s premier contemporary mandolinists. \n 
URL:https://bbu.org/event/jacob-joliff-band/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T190000
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Matt Michienzie Band
DESCRIPTION:Matt Michienzie originally hails from Foxboro\, MA. Matt currently resides in Los Angeles\, where he plays with his countrified\, bluesified\, and grassified band. His passion as a songwriter is vividly clear: Matt sings from his heart and gives it his all in everything he plays. Whether fronting a bluegrass group\, jam band\, or country band\, Matt is able to combine his influential and eclectic music curiosities in a very tasteful and unique way. \n\n\n\nNot unlike many California grass bands\, MMB is a progressive bluegrass project. The roots of the band are in bluegrass…although they have a keen interest in incorporating other genres into their sound\, such as jam\, soul\, or traditional country. The band currently consists of fiddle\, mandolin\, guitar\, and bass. \n\n\n\nIn December 2022\, the Matt Michienzie Band flew back east to Matt’s neck of the woods to open for Tim Reynolds and TR3 at the Narrows Center for the Arts in Fall River\, MA. The band won 1st Place Band at the Topanga Banjo and Fiddle Contest – one of the longest running contests of it’s type. The band will be making their Grass Valley debut at this years Father’s Day Festival\, hosted by the California Bluegrass Association. They continue to tour both the west and east coast\, with Matt’s hometown theater MRPAC finding its footing as a fan favorite venue full of homecoming vibes.
URL:https://bbu.org/event/an-evening-with-matt-michienzie-band/
LOCATION:Marilyn Rodman Performing Arts Center\, 1 School Street\, Foxborough\, Massachusetts\, 02035\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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SUMMARY:Southern Rail - Sanford
DESCRIPTION:Southern Rail welcomes spring with their exuberant blend of upbeat bluegrass and riveting vocals at the acclaimed Sanford Springvale Historical Museum. Join us for a lovely Sunday afternoon of music and fellowship. The concert runs 3-5\, and doors open at 2:15. Come early and browse the fascinating exhibits! Tickets at the door or by contacting: gcauger@me.com or 207-651-1980a
URL:https://bbu.org/event/southern-rail-sanford/
LOCATION:SANFORD-SPRINGVALE HISTORICAL MUSEUM\, 505 MAIN ST (RT 109)\, SPRINGVALE\, ME\, 04083\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T190000
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SUMMARY:Whately Old Time Jam
DESCRIPTION:The Whately Old Time Jam takes place each month on the third Tuesday from 7pm-9pm-ish\, unless there is a special event preceding the jam such as workshop. We gather in Whately Town Hall Audititorium in Whately\, Massachusetts.\nThis is an Old Time jam\, keeping to tunes and songs in the Old Time repertoire. Speed and tunes will be up to those who attend. We’ll go round the circle so everyone can choose tunes and pace. Old Time chestnuts\, waltzes\, obscure and/or crooked tunes\, tunes that don’t resolve\, tunes with questionable chords\, tunes with weird numbers of A/B/C/D/E parts – all welcome if someone can lead it.
URL:https://bbu.org/event/whately-old-time-jam/2025-04-15/
LOCATION:Whately Town Hall\, 194 Chestnut Plain Rd\, Whately\, MA\, 01093\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jams and Picking Parties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250418T220000
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SUMMARY:Erica Brown and The Bluegrass Connection
DESCRIPTION:Erica Brown and The Bluegrass Connection is a five-piece band featuring some of the finest musicians in New England. The band features award winning fiddler and singer Erica Brown\, Matt Shipman on mandolin\, Lincoln Meyers on guitar\, Eli Gilbert on banjo and Kris Day on bass. A fun and energetic band\, they incorporate a unique and diverse blend of original and traditional music from their Bluegrass\, Folk and Country influences. As a band of renowned and respected musicians in their own right\, together they form a bluegrass powerhouse of vocal and instrumental expertise that have delighted audiences all over the Northeast and Canada.
URL:https://bbu.org/event/erica-brown-and-the-bluegrass-connection/
LOCATION:The Dance Hall\, 7 Walker St.\, Kittery\, ME\, 03904\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T223000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T213241Z
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SUMMARY:Bluegrass Night at Remnant
DESCRIPTION:Bluegrass and roots bands every Monday night. \nRemnant Satellite location in East Cambridge (This is the old Atwood’s place.)
URL:https://bbu.org/event/bluegrass-night-at-remnant/2025-04-21/
LOCATION:Remnant Satellite\, 877 Cambridge St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02141\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T130000
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SUMMARY:Music at Mandel: Roots Music with Taylor Ackley and friends
DESCRIPTION:Music at Mandel: Roots Music with Taylor Ackley and friends \nCome join us for an afternoon of incredible live music at the Mandel Center for the Humanities! Esteemed Brandeis Professor Taylor Ackley will be performing with a full bluegrass band. A light lunch will be provided. \nBrandeis University Mandel Center for the Humanities Waltham\, MA 02453 \nSponsored by the Brandeis Visiting Artist Fund and The Boston Bluegrass Union \n 
URL:https://bbu.org/event/music-at-mandel-roots-music-with-taylor-ackley-and-friends/
LOCATION:Brandeis University\, 415 South Street\, Waltham\, MA\, 02453\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195124
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T223532Z
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SUMMARY:Caleb Klauder and Friends - Lily P's
DESCRIPTION:Part of the OTAF night at Lily P’s. \nCaleb’s study and understanding of roots music is so dedicated and rich\, that he can hauntingly immerse himself in the same perspective of those old primitive country composers and write as if he was right beside them. Their album Innocent Road includes a clutch of lovingly arranged Klauder originals\, along with well-placed and rare covers. The pair bring the spirit of legendary country duos into their contemporary takes on country music. Trading vocals back and forth\, they complement each other strikingly well in an attractive meld of honky-tonk that brushes shoulders with trad bluegrass. Caleb has penned over 50 songs many of which are standards across America in honky tonk and bluegrass jams and festivals\, both on and off stage. There is a long list of bands and singers who have recorded Caleb’s songs over the years. \nThe blend of true harmonies\, the sharply-written country songs\, and the un-showy authenticity strike a rich vein that makes them seem like they are born and raised in Music City. They quietly pursue a musical vision without much of a care for what’s expected or in vogue at the time. There’s a lot to admire in this singular perseverance and honesty. \n“…a salve for dark times.” \n“…a vibrant array of genres and sounds\, from bluegrass to modern folk\, sharing in harmonies like some of the greats —Rawlings and Welch\, Harris and Parsons— and letting the power of their earthen voices fit to the song.” \n“…and uplifting approach to delivering a sometimes sad message\, using buoyant melodies and fiery\, footstomping arrangements.” \n-No Depression\, Mae Ferguson
URL:https://bbu.org/event/caleb-klauder-friends-lily-ps/
LOCATION:Lily P’s Fried Chicken & Oysters\, 50 Binney St.\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02142\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T220000
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SUMMARY:Twisted Pine at Spire Center
DESCRIPTION:On October 18th\, Twisted Pine releases its joyous third LP\, Love Your Mind\, on Signature Sounds Recordings. The title represents the quartet landing on a more expansive sound than ever\, after years of touring\, serious introspection\, bouts of self-doubt\, glorious bursts of creativity\, and many after-hour festival jam sessions and pickin’ till dawn. \nCo-produced by the band and longtime-collaborator Dan Cardinal at his studio Dimension Sound in Boston\, the record is loaded with experimental production\, fearless songwriting featuring input from each member\, finely-crafted collaborative arrangements\, playing that’s virtuosic and visceral. It’s a reflection of what the band listens to. It’s buoyant pop and delicate folk\, raging old-time energy\, and old-school r&b grooves. \nOn vinyl and on stage\, the sound of Twisted Pine is unmistakable\, exuberant\, daring. \nWhat started as a (semi-)traditional bluegrass band in the trenches of the storied folk\, bluegrass\, and Americana scene in Boston a decade ago has bloomed into an ensemble of players who shapeshift across genres. Even the expansive “progressive bluegrass” label doesn’t come close to capturing their musical scope.
URL:https://bbu.org/event/twisted-pine-at-spire-center/
LOCATION:The Spire Center for the Performing Arts\, 25 Court Street \, Plymouth\, MA\, 02360\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T220000
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SUMMARY:Jeffrey Foucault\, Twisted Pine\, Maya DeVitry
DESCRIPTION:he Town and The City Festival Presents\n\nJeffrey Foucault\nTwisted Pine\nMaya de Vitry\n\nChrist Church United\n180 E. Merrimack St.\, Lowell\, MA 01852\n\nDoors: 6:30PM\nAll Ages // GA
URL:https://bbu.org/event/jeffrey-foucault-twisted-pine-maya-devitry/
LOCATION:United Church of Christ\, 723 Massachusetts Avenue\, Boxborough\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T213000
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SUMMARY:Southern Rail at CCM
DESCRIPTION:Southern Rail’s performances are high-energy exuberant fun\, with riveting harmonies\, irrepressible humor and sparkling banjo\, mandolin\, and guitar solo work. \n\n\n\nSaturday\, April 26\, 2025 at 7:00 pm \n\n\n\nPurchase Tickets in advance or payable at the door for this event. ($25 General Admission and free for students 18 and under) \n\n\n\nSouthern Rail celebrates more than four decades of performing together. CCM faculty member Rich Stillman (banjo and harmony vocals\, Jim Muller (guitar and lead vocals)\, Sharon Horovitch (acoustic bass and harmony vocals)\, and John Tibert (mandolin and harmony vocals) give us rich vocals on beautiful and creative bluegrass arrangements. \n\n\n\nSouthern Rail brims with contemporary energy\, harmonies and nuance while featuring lots of original material…A bluegrass band with the total package of style\, material\, vocals and picking. They stand ready for an international breakout. \n\n\n\n– Bluegrass Canada Magazine
URL:https://bbu.org/event/southern-rail-at-ccm/
LOCATION:The Concord Conservatory of Music\, 1317 Main Street\, Concord\, MA\, 01742\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T150000
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SUMMARY:Bluegrass Brunch at An Sibin
DESCRIPTION:Every Sunday! Hosted by BB Bowness (banjo) and Alex Rubin (guitar) and special guests each week.
URL:https://bbu.org/event/bluegrass-brunch-an-sibin/2025-04-27/
LOCATION:An Sibin\, 1193 Cambridge St\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02139\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T210000
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SUMMARY:Twisted Pine at The Word Barn
DESCRIPTION:On October 18th\, Twisted Pine releases its joyous third LP\, Love Your Mind\, on Signature Sounds Recordings. The title represents the quartet landing on a more expansive sound than ever\, after years of touring\, serious introspection\, bouts of self-doubt\, glorious bursts of creativity\, and many after-hour festival jam sessions and pickin’ till dawn. \nCo-produced by the band and longtime-collaborator Dan Cardinal at his studio Dimension Sound in Boston\, the record is loaded with experimental production\, fearless songwriting featuring input from each member\, finely-crafted collaborative arrangements\, playing that’s virtuosic and visceral. It’s a reflection of what the band listens to. It’s buoyant pop and delicate folk\, raging old-time energy\, and old-school r&b grooves. \nOn vinyl and on stage\, the sound of Twisted Pine is unmistakable\, exuberant\, daring. \nWhat started as a (semi-)traditional bluegrass band in the trenches of the storied folk\, bluegrass\, and Americana scene in Boston a decade ago has bloomed into an ensemble of players who shapeshift across genres. Even the expansive “progressive bluegrass” label doesn’t come close to capturing their musical scope.
URL:https://bbu.org/event/twisted-pine-at-the-word-barn/
LOCATION:The Word Barn\, 66 Newfields Road\, Exeter\, New Hampshire\, 03833\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T220000
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SUMMARY:Missy Raines and Allegheny at Passim
DESCRIPTION:GRAMMY nominated Missy Raines was named 2021 International Bluegrass Music Association Bass Player of the Year\, for the 10th time\, more than any other bass player in the history of the organization. She is a bass players’ bass player\, a singer\, songwriter\, teacher\, sideman\, and bandleader. In addition to the Bass Player awards\, she’s received multiple awards from the IBMA for Recorded Event of the Year and Song of the Year. In 2019\, Missy was featured in The Country Music Hall of Fame as part of their American Currents exhibit. In January of 2020\, Missy Raines & Allegheny debuted on the Grand Ole Opry.
URL:https://bbu.org/event/missy-raines-and-allegheny-at-passim/
LOCATION:Club Passim\, Cambridge\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T220000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195124
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SUMMARY:Hound and Handler EP Release
DESCRIPTION:Hound & Handler is a high-energy Bluegrass/Americana band from Boston who released their debut LP ‘Lies & Advice’ in September 2023. They deliver lively original songs centered around the struggles of establishing oneself in a time & place where the vast majority of money is funneled straight to the fortunate few\, leaving the rest of us to fight for scraps. Established in 2021 as an Americana band including drums and occasional electric guitars\, the band has since honed their bluegrass roots\, now featuring a lineup of Sean Davis playing mandolin\, guitar and singing high-lonesome harmonies\, Ross Kiah on guitar and lead vocals\, and Joe Everett joining the band on upright bass and vocals.\nhttps://hound-handler.bandcamp.com/album/lies-advice \nWith All She Wrote
URL:https://bbu.org/event/hound-and-handler-ep-release/
LOCATION:The Burren\, 247 Elm Street\, Somerville\, MA\, 02144\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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SUMMARY:Grass Roots Coffeehouse presents Blackstone Valley Bluegrass
DESCRIPTION:Our next Grass Roots Coffeehouse concert is on Saturday May 3\, 2025 and features Blackstone Valley Bluegrass\, a local favorite that has been performing for the Grass Roots crowds for over 20 years!  The band plays a mixture of traditional\, contemporary\, and original Bluegrass music and always puts on an entertaining show.  The band consists of Tim St. Jean on mandolin from Putnam\, CT\, Pete Fein on banjo from Stow\, MA\, Peter Tillotson on bass from North Grafton\, MA\, and original band member Bob Dick from Northbridge\, MA.\n\nThe Grass Roots Coffeehouse is located at the Rockdale Congregational Church\, 42 Fowler Road Northbridge MA.  Admission to the concert is $15.  Hot foods\, beverages and desserts are available prior to the concert and during intermission.  We’ll have turkey chili and a soup of the day\, turkey and ham sliders\, beverages and desserts all at very reasonable prices! Doors open at 6:30\, concert begins at 7:30 and usually wraps up by 9:30.  Proceeds support the artists and the church.  The Coffeehouse is run by volunteers.  For more info visit http://www.rockdalechurchonline.org or call Bob@ 617-429-0347.
URL:https://bbu.org/event/grass-roots-coffeehouse-presents-blackstone-valley-bluegrass/
LOCATION:Grass Roots Coffeehouse\, Rockdale Congregational Church 42 Fowler Road\, Northbridge\, MA\, 01534\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T220000
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SUMMARY:Authentic Unlimited
DESCRIPTION:Authentic Unlimited will be performing at Belleville Congregational Church\, presented by Belleville Roots. \nAuthentic Unlimied evolved out of Doyle Lawson and Quicksilver when Doyle retired.  Three members of that band helped to form AU which has been nominated for a Grammy and has won numerous IBMA Awards including Song of the Year and Vocal Group of the Year. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://bbu.org/event/authentic-unlimited/
LOCATION:Belleville Congregational Church\, 300 High Street\, newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250508T220000
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SUMMARY:High Horse with Kat Wallace
DESCRIPTION:High Horse is a progressive-acoustic boy band featuring four friends\, three bows\, and one pick. A mix of Bluegrass\, Old-time\, and Celtic music\, it’s a band of brothers playing alternative rock on acoustic instruments. It’s a rollicking romp of great vibes\, virtuosic chops\, and tight vocals. Comprised of fiddler Carson McHaney\, cellist Karl Henry\, guitarist G Rockwell\, and bassist Noah Harrington; the band draws from their varied musical backgrounds to explore and perform original compositions and tunes from diverse folk traditions.\nhttps://www.highhorseband.com \nKat Wallace is a Boston-based multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter. Known for her fiddle playing in Rachel Sumner and Traveling Light\, she’s now writing and singing her own songs on tenor guitar. Her debut album “Grand Design” marks a new chapter for Wallace\, showcasing her Americana influences from legendary songwriters like Gillian Welch and John Prine\, as well as centuries-old Celtic and English balladry.  In her live shows\, her rip roaring command of the fiddle is woven throughout the set with original and traditional tunes and adds dimension to her sonorous and lyric driven songs.\nkatwallacemusic.com
URL:https://bbu.org/event/high-horse-with-kat-wallace/
LOCATION:The Burren\, 247 Elm Street\, Somerville\, MA\, 02144\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T230000
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SUMMARY:Wright Farm OT Jam
DESCRIPTION:Monthly jam at a farmhouse in Sudbury. Usually there is a potluck and several rooms to jam in. \nFirst Saturday of the month but check Facebook for the latest: https://www.facebook.com/groups/172490962805839 \n 
URL:https://bbu.org/event/wright-farm-ot-jam/
LOCATION:Wright Farm\, 157 Woodside Rd\, Sudbury\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jams and Picking Parties
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T203000
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SUMMARY:Adam Hurt and Beth Williams Hartness
DESCRIPTION:OTAF Night at Lily P’s \nDeemed a “banjo virtuoso” by the Washington Post\, Adam Hurt has fused several traditional old-time idioms to create his own elegantly innovative clawhammer banjo style\, having been introduced to the instrument at age eleven in his native Minnesota. A respected performer and teacher of traditional music\, Adam has played at the Kennedy Center\, conducted banjo and fiddle workshops at many venues around the country and abroad\, and been featured on the cover of Banjo Newsletter. Since moving south in 2002\, Adam has placed in or won most of the major old-time banjo competitions\, including four first-place finishes at Clifftop\, and he has claimed several state banjo and fiddle championships.
URL:https://bbu.org/event/adam-hurt-and-beth-williams-hartness/
LOCATION:Lily P’s Fried Chicken & Oysters\, 50 Binney St.\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02142\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T220000
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SUMMARY:Familiar Strangers at Dirigible Brewing
DESCRIPTION:With musical roots firmly planted in bluegrass\, Celtic\, country\, rock and everywhere between\, the Familiar Strangers bend the genres of well known tunes with each double stop of the fiddle\, strum of the guitar\, thump of the upright bass or slide of the dobro. \n 
URL:https://bbu.org/event/familiar-strangers-at-dirigible-brewing/
LOCATION:Dirigible Brewing\, 24 Porter Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250516T220000
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SUMMARY:Ruta Beggars at Follen Church
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a night of live music and fun at 755 Massachusetts Ave\, Lexington on Fri May 16 2025 at 7:30 PM! \nAppealing to traditional and progressive acoustic music fans alike\, The Ruta Beggars combine bluegrass and early swing to create a timeless act filled with intricate vocal harmonies\, fiery instrumentals\, and plenty of fun. They have been praised for their creative yet tasteful arrangements and charming performances. \nAndrew Sue Wing will open.
URL:https://bbu.org/event/ruta-beggars-at-follen-church/
LOCATION:Follen Church\, 755 Massachusetts Ave\, Lexington\, MA\, 02420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250521T210000
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SUMMARY:Mark Schatz - The Solo Concert
DESCRIPTION:Presented by notloB Parlour Concerts\nAt a private residence in Harvard\, Massachusetts\n\n\n\nWednesday\, May 21\, 2025\nDoors: 6:30pm\nConcert: 7:00pmNOTE: THIS IS AN OUTDOOR CONCERT AT A PRIVATE RESIDENCE IN HARVARD\, MASSACHUSETTS. PLEASE READ “RESERVATIONS”/”VENUE”/“CAPACITY” BELOW.\n\n\n\n\n  \n(Harvard\, Mass) Since 2007\, notloB has presented >200 not-for-profit folk\, Celtic\, old-time\, bluegrass\, and progressive string concerts in unique venues throughout the greater Boston area\, and in Harvard since 2019. Welcome back\, Mark Schatz\, who performed at notloB concert #215 on August 24\, 2019. This performance will be outdoors; if inclement weather\, it will be moved indoors. \nA two-time winner of the IBMA Bass Player of the Year Award\, Mark is best known for his contributions on some of the most iconic recordings in bluegrass by artists such as Tony Rice\, Bela Fleck\, John Hartford\, Claire Lynch\, Tim O’Brien\, Sara Jarosz\, and Nickel Creek. But Mark is also a master of the clawhammer banjo and is featured playing his own compositions on two solo projects on Rounder Records\, BRAND NEW OLD TYME WAY and STEPPIN’ IN THE BOILER HOUSE. Mark is always ready to cut loose with some Southern Appalachian clogging and hambone\, and his stagecraft was honed through a long association with the acclaimed Footworks Percussive Dance Ensemble\, for whom he still serves as Musical Director. \n“Mark Schatz – The Solo Concert” offers Mark the opportunity to engage an audience in a very personal way with his unique and animated charm and broad skill set. He pulls out all of the stops on banjo\, bass and guitar\, presenting songs\, stories\, and tunes\, tapping on a board\, dancing\, and reciting poetry\, offering a vaudevillian feast for the eyes and ears. \nAlways in demand both in the studio and on the road\, Mark appears on Bela Fleck’s most recent Grammy nominated project\, Rhapsody in Blue. He appears as well on an upcoming solo project by Rick Faris. \nMark currently resides in Berkeley\, California with his wife\, Lisa Berman-Schatz\, who is a graphic designer and fellow musician. \nARTIST’S WEBSITE: https://www.markschatz.net/ \nARTIST’S VIDEO: Mark Schatz – The Solo Concert – https://youtu.be/2ZhdYDJqh4o \nADMISSION is by free-will offering\, suggested amounts: Adults $20-25\, teens and seniors $10-15. Cash at the door. \nVENUE: The concert will be presented at a private residence in Harvard\, Massachusetts. The address will be shared when the reservation request is confirmed. Please bring a folding chair or blanket. BYOB / snacks. \nCAPACITY: If the performance is outdoors\, the capacity is 35. If\, due to inclement weather\, it has to be moved indoors\, seating is limited to the first 20 reservation holders. The in/out decision will be made by 4pm and patrons informed via email. \nCOVID PRECAUTIONS: Mask-friendly.  \nUPCOMING: Tuesday\, September 9 – Jocelyn Pettit & Ellen Gira – “As 2024 Canadian Folk Music Award Winners\, Jocelyn Pettit & Ellen Gira are a dynamic fiddle & cello duo. Fusing traditional and contemporary music styles\, they create a powerfully uplifting and soulful performance\, weaving a rhythmically driving and textured sound. Complemented by lively stepdancing\, they bring life and fire into original tunes\, songs\, and high-energy repertoire from Scotland\, Ireland\, North America\, and Scandinavia.” https://jocelynandellen.com/ \n  \nRESERVATIONS REQUIRED:  \nPlease email notloBreservations at gmail dot com \nInclude your name\, which concert(s) you are requesting to reserve\, the best way to reach you\, and number in your party. Confirmation and queue position will be sent via email. \nABOUT NOTLOB PARLOUR CONCERTS: Since 2007\, notloB has presented >200 not-for-profit folk\, Celtic\, old-time\, bluegrass\, and progressive string concerts in unique venues throughout the greater Boston area. Concerts in your home can be arranged.\nEmail – notlobreservations at gmail dot com \nMailing list ~ https://groups.google.com/g/notlob-parlour-concerts/\nFacebook – https://www.facebook.com/notloBParlourConcerts/ \nInstagram – https://www.instagram.com/notlobmusic \nBlog – https://notlobmusic.blogspot.com/ \nPhone – 413-658-4585
URL:https://bbu.org/event/mark-schatz-the-solo-concert/
LOCATION:A private home in Harvard\, Mass.\, email notlobreservations@gmail.com\, Harvard\, MA\, 01451\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250523T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250525T235959
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SUMMARY:Black Creek Fiddlers Reunion
DESCRIPTION:Old Time Music Gathering on Altamont Fairgrounds outside Albany\, NY \nCamping\, music\, workshops\, Saturday potluck. \nThe Festival opens at 3 pm on Friday. Sign up/in and grab your festival wristband at the Welcome Tent. \nThe Festival officially closes at noon on Sunday\, when we begin packing up chairs\, tables\, and pop-ups. Please grab a few chairs and bring them up to the volunteers for packing!
URL:https://bbu.org/event/black-creek-fiddlers-reunion/
LOCATION:Altamont Fairgrounds\, 129 Grand St\, Altamont\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250531T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195124
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SUMMARY:Long Lost String Band Springfest
DESCRIPTION:Long Lost String Band will be at the Brookline Springfest on Saturday May 31\, 1-2 pm. \nJoin Brookline DPW at their fourth-annual Spring Fest on Saturday\, May 31 from 11 AM to 2 PM at Olmsted Park’s Allerton Overlook. Spring Fest 2025 is a call for environmental action and we urge you to join us as we “Spring into Climate Action” Learn about the exciting community work that’s being done by our partners such as Emerald Necklace Conservancy\, Brookline GreenSpace Alliance\, Brookline Mothers Out Front\, Brookline Rotary Club\, and many others! The event will include environmental education activities\, yard games\, crafting stations\, a tree ID walk\, food\, and music. \nLearn More
URL:https://bbu.org/event/long-lost-string-band-springfest/
LOCATION:NH
CATEGORIES:Concerts
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