Boston Bluegrass Union

Tuftonboro Country, Bluegrass and Gospel Jam session
2023-12-12 18:30 - 21:30, 2023-12-19 18:30 - 21:30, 2023-12-26 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-01-02 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-01-09 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-01-16 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-01-23 18:30 - 21:30, 2024-01-30 18:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) and 3 more dates | The Old White Church, Center Tuftonboro, NH
The weekly Tuftonboro Country, Bluegrass & Gospel Music Jam Session continues at the historic Old White Church of Center Tuftonboro every Tuesday from 6:30 until about 9:30 pm. Fans of country, bluegrass and gospel music are invited to enjoy an evening of music. There is no admission charge, a donation is requested to help cover operational expenses. The Church is located on Route 109A, just across from the Tuftonboro General Store & Post Office. Everyone is invited to attend the jam session while enjoying cookies and a cup of coffee. For more info call Joe at 569-3861.

Concord Conservatory Open Bluegrass Jam
2023-12-14 19:30 - 21:00, 2023-12-21 19:30 - 21:00, 2023-12-28 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-01-04 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-01-11 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-01-18 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-01-25 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-02-01 19:30 - 21:00 and 3 more dates | Concord Conservatory of Music, 1317 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
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.

Linden Tree Coffeehouse presents Southern Rail
2024-01-06 19:30 - 21:30 | Linden Tree Coffeehouse, 326 Main Street, Wakefield, MA, 01880, United States
Ring in 2024 with a joyous evening of Bluegrass and yummy desserts! What could be better?
Southern Rail brings their upbeat brand of music and happy mayhem to the longstanding Linden Tree Coffeehouse in Wakefield, MA. This promises to be another packed house, featuring lush harmonies, irrepressible good humor, and sparkling banjo, guitar and mandolin. This show is usually a sell out, so reserve your tickets now!

JAM-uary Bluegrass Jam Camp at Ashokan
2024-01-12 - 2024-01-14 | The Ashokan Center, 477 Beaverkill Road, Olivebridge, NY, 12461, United States
Austin Scelzo hosts a weekend of jam instruction using the Wernick Method, an inventive and time-tested pedagogy designed to build or improve confidence making music with others! All Bluegrass Instruments, all skill levels welcome. Hands-on learning in large and small groups. Understanding, low-pressure, experienced teaching from a certified teacher. Experienced Jammers are given extra challenges and can be grouped together. Make music with friends, make friends with music!

BARNSTAR!
2024-01-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Groton Hill Music Center, 122 Old Ayer Road, Groton, MA, 01450, United States
The brainchild of bassist and impresario Zachariah Hickman, Barnstar! features some of the Boston area’s most dynamic seasoned musicians: Mark Erelli (vocals, guitar), Charlie Rose (banjo, vocals), Taylor Armerding (mandolin, vocals), and Jake Armerding (fiddle, vocals). Their music resonates with audiences who appreciate the artistry of traditional bluegrass as well as those who are drawn to the band’s innovative and boundary-pushing approach. The band continues to record and perform, while navigating solo careers and high profile side-person gigs (with the likes of Josh Ritter, Rodney Crowell, Lori McKenna, Elephant Revival, Ray LaMontagne, ROSIN, and many more).

The Del McCoury Band
2024-01-19 20:00 - 21:30 | Groton Hill Music Center, 122 Old Ayer Road, Groton, MA, 01450, United States
Bluegrass legend Del McCoury brings his band to the Concert Hall at Groton Hill March 22!
“Almost unimaginable, McCoury’s sixth decade in a half-century of bluegrass bliss brings new triumphs, new collaborations, and new music.” — Opry.com
For more than 50 years, Del McCoury’s music has defined authenticity for hard-core bluegrass devotees as well as a growing number of fans only vaguely familiar with the genre. Del is something special, a living link to the days when bluegrass was made only in hillbilly honkytonks, at schoolhouse shows and on the stage of the Grand Ole Opry, yet also a commandingly vital presence today, from primetime and late night TV to major music festivals.

CCM Bluegrass Band Scramble
2024-01-20 12:00 - 17:00 | Concord Conservatory of Music, 1317 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
Join the CCM Bluegrass Band Scramble and become a member of a new band for the afternoon. Presented by the Concord Conservatory of Music, this event is perfect for anyone who loves bluegrass and wants to perform with other enthusiastic and experienced musicians. On Saturday, January 20th from 12:00 to 4:00 pm, accomplished banjo player and CCM faculty member, Rich Stillman, will lead the Scramble with CCM faculty and Bluegrass Jam leader, Maxfield Anderson.
To create well-formed bands, individuals sign up for the Scramble and are paired with other musicians by picking names out of a hat, one for each instrument. Bandmates then have over two hours to practice and prepare songs and stage patter for a three-song turn performing for a live audience, with a professional sound system and engineer.
There is no need to feel stressed; the Bluegrass Band Scramble is a competition-free zone. It is an opportunity to learn and hone skills while having fun with like-minded individuals.
To reserve your spot in advance, participants can sign up and pay the $35 registration fee at ConcordConservatory.org. But if you decide to join us at the last minute, don’t worry! You can still register at the door on January 20th.
Join us for a free live concert and enjoy great bluegrass music! Following the Scramble, everyone is invited to attend a live and free concert at 4:00 pm. The newly formed bands will perform and we welcome the public to enjoy great bluegrass music. If you have any questions, please call 978-369-0010 or email info@ConcordConservatory.org. Concord Conservatory of Music is the area’s non-profit community music school located at 1317 Main Street, West Concord.

Mile Twelve, A Bluegrass Concert
2024-01-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Concord Conservatory of Music, 1317 Main Street, Concord, MA, 01742, United States
Don’t miss the chance to enjoy a spectacular bluegrass show by a band that pushes the limits of the genre and creates new musical possibilities. Mile Twelve is back at CCM for a special performance on Saturday, January 20th at 7:00 pm. With a mix of original songs and traditional tunes, the band showcases a fresh and dynamic bluegrass sound.
You’ll be drawn into the songs from their latest album, Close Enough to Hear, released in February of 2023, which feature the warmth and innovation that have earned them an international reputation as one of the most exciting bands in contemporary acoustic music.
Each band member brings their influences and interpretations to their music, resulting in modern, well-crafted, and relevant songs. The lineup includes Catherine “BB” Bowness (banjo), Korey Brodsky (mandolin and guitar), Ella Jordan (fiddle), Evan Murphy (guitar, lead vocals), and guest bassist Chris Sartori. They are known for their originality, talent, and commitment to addressing societal issues—they use lyrics to tell meaningful stories.
The Mile Twelve Bluegrass concert is part of the 2023-2024 CCM Concerts & Lecture Series. We thank our Lead Sponsor, Emerson Health, for supporting the 2023-2024 CCM Concert & Lecture Series and our Supporting Sponsor, Middlesex Savings Bank. Our sponsors help us bring high-quality and entertaining concerts to our community.

Suzy Thompson
2024-02-07 19:30 - 21:00 | notloB Parlour Concerts at Fivesparks, 7 Fairbank Street, Harvard, MA, 01451, United States
(Harvard, Mass) notloB Parlour Concerts and its patrons are very fortunate that Californian Suzy Thompson will be joining Jim Kweskin at his “extravaganza” at the Regent Theater in Arlington on February 4 (the show is sold out) and to present workshops at the Berklee School of Music, as she has selected it as one of two presenters for side concerts, notloB on February 7, and a house concert in Roslindale the next day. Contact notloB for details.
Suzy Thompson is a “musician’s musician” who plays fiddle and guitar alongside artists like Jim Kweskin, Geoff Muldaur, Del Rey, Ann Savoy, etc.
https://www.ericandsuzy.com/suzy-bio.html
This rare solo concert will include blues, Cajun and Old-Time material. Suzy will also perform material from two albums that she’s currently working on.
Suzy usually performs with her husband, guitarist Eric Thompson. They live in Berkeley CA where Suzy directs the Berkeley Old Time Music Convention (now in its 20th year).
Suzy’s long musical journey dates from touring with British singer Frankie Armstrong when she was still in her teens. In her 20s, she was a founding member of Any Old Time String Band (their Arhoolie album is still in print) and Blue Flame String Band (highly regarded recording on Flying Fish). She has performed and recorded with banjo players Mac Benford (Backwoods Band) and Bill Evans (Bluegrass Intentions) and Cajun accordion legend Danny Poullard (California Cajun Orchestra, 2 award winning albums). The past 10 years or so have included a landmark blues album with the Texas Sheiks (Geoff Muldaur, Jim Kweskin, Cindy Cashdollar et al), duets with resonator ukulele and guitar goddess Del Rey, and a recent collaboration with Cajun superstar Ann Savoy. Suzy also has recorded with Kathy Kallick and Laurie Lewis, Maria Muldaur, Country Joe McDonald, Darol Anger, Jody Stecher & Kate Brislin, Mary Flower, Alan Senauke, etc.

ADMISSION is by free-will offering, suggested amounts: Adults $20-25, teens and seniors $10-15. Cash at the door.

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED:
notloB Parlour Concerts are run on the “house concert” model. An accurate headcount is necessary.
TO RESERVE / CANCEL / CHANGE, PLEASE EMAIL NOTLOBRESERVATIONS@GMAIL.COM
RESERVATIONS EXPIRE AT SHOWTME.
ARTIST’S WEBSITE: https://www.ericandsuzy.com/suzy-bio.html
ARTIST’S VIDEO: https://youtu.be/faOrPY8m2ag?si=xytsdzr-KDTKr0fU
VENUE: The concert will be presented at 7 Fairbanks Street, Harvard, Massachusetts 01451, the restored 1887 town library building. Handicap accessible. Doors Open at 7:00pm. This is a notloB concert in rented space, please do not contact the venue.
COVID PRECAUTIONS: Mask-friendly. Please read Fivesparks’ COVID-19 protocols for events at https://www.fivesparks.org/
ABOUT 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. notloB’s current home is space rented in the renovated 1887 Harvard, Massachusetts library – https://www.harvardpubliclibrary.org/about/history-library – leased to the “Fivesparks” arts organization. Concerts in your home can be arranged.
email – notlobreservations@gmail.com
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New Orleans home cookin' & Southern Rail
2024-02-10 17:00 - 20:00 | First Parish Church of Sudbury, 327 Concord Rd, Sudbury, 01776, United States
Join Southern Rail on Saturday Feb. 10 for Mardis Gras Night at the First Parish Sudbury . Enjoy an unforgettable evening of yummy Cajun fare and hot bluegrass! :>)
Dinner will be served at 5 and music will start at 6.
