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Hudson Valley, NY
Calendar of Music Events

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Saturday Apr 9, 2011 to Friday Apr 15, 2011

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Saturday, April 9
Saturday
10:00 am
to
6:00 pm
Woodstock Writers' Fest
with Bar Scott, with Abigail Thomas
Acoustic. Writers Galore!
Kleinert James Art Center
Woodstock, NY   See Map
The third annual Woodstock Writers' Fest will happen the weekend of April 8th - 11th. Abigail Thomas and I will be doing another concert/reading together like we did last year. I'll post the exact time when the schedule is finished. Do plan on coming. It's a great weekend for writers and people who are inspired by writers, or even people who might think about writing a book or an essay someday...
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Saturday
3:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
Blues On The Mountain
with Big Joe Fitz
Blues
Mohonk Mountain House
Mountain Rest Road
New Paltz, NY   See Map
Big Joe Fitz & The Lo-Fi’s are a Mohonk favorite. Their sound features Blues that is always soulful and always swinging. Their debut CD, This Is Big, was released in 2010.

“Simply overflowing with heart and soul . . . and his bandmates play like brothers” —David Malachowski, The Daily Freeman


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Saturday
8:00 pm
to
10:30 pm
Coffee House Concert
with The Kurt Henry Band
Rock (progressive), Americana. kurtstuff
The Peekskill Coffee House
101 S. Division St.
Peekskill, NY   See Map
Sit back, relax, and enjoy light fare, fine desserts and coffee at the Peekskill Coffee House while listening to the "softer" side of the Kurt Henry Band: Kurt Henry, Cheryl Lambert, Alan Groth and Eric Parker. Percussion toys will be provided so you can help us out on some tunes! 914-739-1287 or www.peekskillcoffee.com.
Saturday
9:00 pm
to
10:00 pm
Blues On The Mountain
with Big Joe Fitz, Eden Brent
Blues
Mohonk Mountain House
Mountain Rest Road
New Paltz, NY   See Map
Critics laud her "Bessie Smith meets Diana Krall meets Janis Joplin" attitude, compare her to jazz/pop dynamos Norah Jones and Sarah Vaughn, and wax effusively about her "whiskey-smoke" voice, which serves as a constant reminder that Greenville, nestled into a bend of the Mississippi River, is located a few hundred miles north of New Orleans.

Whether booked as a solo artist or bandleader, Brent's performance is fresh and spontaneous, often filled with audience requests and participation. Her unshakable talent and her carefree demeanor have taken her across the country and around the world, Since launching her career, she's won the Blues Foundation's 2006 International Blues Challenge, and The Blues Music Association's Pinetop Perkins Piano Player of The Year Award.
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Saturday
12:00 pm
to
2:00 pm
Bernard Purdie Drum Clinic
Motown/R&B, Pop/Soft Rock, and Rock (classic). Funk
Falcon
1348
Marlboro, NY   See Map
JCs Drum School Owner Joe Carozza presents to you a drum clinic given by the great Drummer Bernard Purdie. The clinic will be held at the Falcon, 1348 RT.9W Marlboro NY on Sat. April 9 2011 from 12:00pm-2:00pm. The cost for the clinic is $20.00 per person. If you need further information you may check out my web site at www.jcsdrumschool.com or call Joe at 845 742-9705.
For more info
Saturday
12:00 pm
to
2:00 pm
Bernard Purdie Drum Clinic
Motown/R&B, and Motown/R&B. Funk/Pop
Falcon
1348 Rt 9W
Marlboro, NY   See Map
Owner of JCs Drum School Joe Carozza Presents a drum clinic featuring the great Bernard Purdie on Sat. April 9 2011 from 12:00-2:00pm at The Falcon, 1348 Rt. 9W, Marlboro, NY 12542. The cost is $20.00 per person. For further information go to www.jcsdrumschool.com or call Joe Carozza at 845 742-9705
information
Saturday
2:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
Maggie Seligman
Acoustic, Folk/Traditional, and Americana
Taste Budd's Chocolate and Coffee Cafe
40 West Market Street
Red Hook, NY   See Map
My primary instrument is my voice, and my guitar embellishes, accompanies, and decorates it. My sound and style are my own. Exposure to music and vocal styles of all types, ranging from standards to jazz to folk/traditional to blues, and to the music of Great Britain, the Appalachian Mountains of Ohio, West Virginia, Virginia, and North Carolina, have influenced my sound and led me to describe my music as "eclectic acoustic." I have opened for Christine Lavin and Dave Cousins and performed in Showcases and the Open Mic Finals at the Towne Crier Cafe in Pawling, NY, and appeared in venues in the Hudson Valley and Southwestern CT. I perform a good mix of songs, including my own compositions, covers, and traditional music. I like to tell the stories of the traditional songs I sing and might focus on the song's provenance, themes, imagery, history, depiction of characters, etc. Listeners tell me that they enjoy learning about this traditional music.
Saturday
7:30 pm
to
11:00 pm
Red Molly, Carsie Blanton
Americana, Blues, and Bluegrass
Common Ground at South Presbyterian Church
343 Broadway
Dobbs Ferry, NY   See Map
The dynamic female trio that began as a happy accident around a campsite (at the 2004 Falcon Ridge Folk Festival) is now drawing invitations from renowned historic national events like Merlefest, and is winning over audiences around the country. Spurred onward by an ever-growing and devoted fanbase, and the desire to commit themselves to touring farther from home, Red Molly is at the start of a new and exciting musical chapter. In 2010, founding members Laurie MacAllister (bass, banjo) and Abbie Gardner (Dobro, guitar) welcomed Austin-based singer/songwriter Molly Venter, to fill out their lush, distinctive three-part harmonies. “We are busily reinventing fan favorites from our current recordings, while adding new material and collaborating on songwriting for the first time,” says Gardner. “This is an exciting time for the band; we’re so thrilled that Molly has joined us,” adds MacAllister. Opening the night is Carsie Blanton, whom MacAllister calls “TOTALLY AMAZING!"
Click here for advance tickets and info
Saturday
7:30 pm
to
10:00 pm
Eight great musicians in the round!!
with Lisa Brigantino, Siusan & Zig, Thomas Earl, Lara Herscovitch, Todd Giudice, Brian Kehoe, Elaine Romanelli, Seth Davis
Singer-Songwriter, Acoustic, and Americana
John St. Jam
16 John St.
Saugerties, NY   See Map
If you've been here before, you know what to expect and you probably don't even care who's playing! If you've never been here, it's time you found out what all the fuss is about! The John St. Jam is the Hudson Valley's most intimate music venue.

Come find out what hundreds of fans already know -- there will be great musicians, soft lighting, home-baked goodies and fresh coffee, all for only $5. The best entertainment value around!!






Visit our web site for more info...
Saturday
7:30 pm
to
10:30 pm
A Night of Amazing Jazz
with Frank Lacy (trombone), Johnathan Blake (drums), Kevin Ray (bass)
Jazz
BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY   See Map
Frank Lacy takes everything from Ragtime and Swing to Afro Beat and Hip-Hop to create his own style of jazz. He has toured with greats like Dizzy Gillespie, Abdullah Ibrahim, Henry Threadgill, Julius Hemphill, Oliver Lake, The Eurythmics, Carla Bley and Don Pullen and currently tours with Lester Bowie's Brass Fantasy and the big bands of McCoy Tyner and David Murray.

Johnathan Blake has worked with the Oliver Lake Big Band, Roy Hargrove, and David Sanchez and is currently a member of Tom Harrell Quintet, Russell Malone Quartet, and Kenny Barron Trio. He also performs with Donny McCaslin, Jaleel Shaw, Avishai Cohen, and Omer Avital among others.

Kevin Ray has performed or recorded with John Stubblefield, Oliver Lake, Greg Osby, Andrew Hill, Pheeroan Aklaff, Marty Ehrlich, Curtis Fowlkes, Elliott Sharp, Ray Anderson, The Kitchen Houseblend Band, The Flux Quartet, and others. He has premiered major works by a wide range of composers, incl Lee Hyla, Joe McPhee and Leroy Jenkins.
Admission: $10 pp.
Saturday
7:30 pm
to
10:15 pm
HVFG Rock Tavern Coffeehouse
with John and LuAnne Martucci, Open Mic
Singer-Songwriter, Open Mic, and Folk/Traditional
Unitarian Universalist Congregation at Rock Tavern
9 Vance Road
Rock Tavern, NY   See Map
Open mic coffeehouse featuring the Martucci's. Active in the Hudson Valley Folk Guild separately since 1983 and as a duo since 2002, The Martucci's, (John and LuAnne) are singer/songwriters performing in a variety of styles including mostly folk, country and pop. Together, they play guitar, djembe, keyboard and bass and sing in two part harmony. Doors open for open mic sign-up and refreshments at 7 p.m. Admission is $5 ($4 for Folk Guild members).
Hudson Valley Folk Guild
Saturday
8:00 pm
to
11:00 pm
COACH's FOOD & SPIRITS
with The Harvest Duo
Contemporary, Rock (classic), and Motown/R&B
COACH's FOOD & SPIRITS
156 Church Street
Millbrook, NY   See Map
Join us for a night of great music from all genres including contemporary hits, dance favorites, classic rock, Motown, oldies, country and everything in between !
845-677-5125
Saturday
8:00 pm
to
12:00 am
Disco Night
Dance, Motown/R&B. Disco
Arbor Ridge
17 Rt 376
Hopewell Junction, NY   See Map
‘70s Disco Night! @Arbor Ridge Dress your retro best and boogie on down! Saturday, April 9, 8pm-12am $25.00 pp. includes: Passed Hor D’oeuvres. Full Buffet. Dessert. Cash Bar. Drink Specials. $3.00 Drafts. $4.00 Tequila Sunrise & Slow Comfortable Screws Break out your bell-bottoms and polish your platforms! There will be prizes for Best Dressed and Best Dancer. Music provided by BG Entertainment. Private Table Guaranteed for parties of 10. Reservations Required. Hotel Rooms Available for a discounted rate of $60/night when booked as a package. Arbor Ridge 17 Rt. 376 (corner of rt. 52) Hopewell Junction, NY 12533 P-845-226-8714 www.ArborRidgeCaterers.com
Saturday
8:00 pm
to
11:00 pm
Beatles & Beyond!
with Keith Newman
Acoustic
Aroma Thyme Bistro
165 Canal St
Ellenville, NY   See Map
Keith Newman performs acoustic songs by the Beatles, Cat Stevens, Bob Dylan, Grateful Dead, Paul Simon, CSN&Y, Pink Floyd and more.
Saturday
8:00 pm
to
10:00 pm
Jay Clayton and Jay Anderson
Jazz
Unison Arts Center
68 Mt. Rest Rd.
New Paltz, NY   See Map
Jay Clayton is an internationally acclaimed vocalist, composer, and educator, whose work boldly spans the terrain between jazz and new music. She began her career performing the standards in New York's vibrant music and quickly became a prominent part of the free jazz movement. Her work in these two worlds led to the development of a highly personal, wordless vocabulary, which she later enhanced through her innovative use of electronics. Bassist/composer Jay Anderson is among the most versatile and respected jazz artists performing today. He has performed/recorded with a wide variety of jazz artists. He has conducted clinics around the world and is a Professor of Jazz Bass Studies at the Manhattan School of Music in New York City.
For tickets, call 845-255-1559, M-F,10am-4pm.
Saturday
8:00 pm
Men Who Cook Benefit
with Corner Shot Band
Covers. Rock/Dance/Party
Woodbourne Firehouse, 355 Firehouse Road, Woodbour
355 Firehouse Road
Woodbourne, NY   See Map
The Fallsburg Class of 2017 is hosting an evening showcasing the culinary talents of local Men Who Cook. Teachers, local business owners, town officials and parents will all prepare their favorite dish for guests to sample. More than 30 chefs have committed to cooking for this event.

The evening will also include a silent and a live auction of goods and services from local businesses. Admission tickets to a water park, restaurant gift certificates, and many other items will be up for auction and can be purchased for a fraction of the retail value. The evening will end with a live performance from Corner Shot, a local band. All of the members of the band are alumni of the Fallsburg School District.

Tickets are $15, $10 for students, and can be purchased at Fallsburg High School, South Fallsburg and Monticello branches of Catskill Hudson Bank and Monticello Professional Car Wash or by calling 798-1506.
Saturday
8:30 pm
Not Your Daddy's Bluegrass!
with Mama Tried
Bluegrass, Folk/Traditional, and Covers
Junction 52 Restaurant
1955 Route 52
Hopewell Junction, NY   See Map
Soulful singing, tight harmonies and hot licks combine in the music of Mama Tried, led by veteran guitarist Mel Paskell. This band rocks the house with unique covers of tunes by The Dead, The Beatles, Gordon Lightfoot, Dylan and others, plus bluegrass standards by the likes of Doc Watson, Bill Monroe and Tony Rice.
Saturday
9:00 pm
to
1:00 am
Springtime in The Catskills
with HURLEY MOUNTAIN HIGHWAY!
Pop/Soft Rock, Rock (classic)
Friends Restaurant & Pub
278 Sgt. Andrew Brucher Road
White Lake (Smallwood), NY   See Map
Come join us at Friends Restaurant & Pub! If you love acoustic-electric music, you'll love the "Feel-Good Music" of HURLEY MOUNTAIN HIGHWAY! Come on over for dinner (great food!) and a few cold ones, and listen, sing, dance, and reminisce to some of the greatest tunes of the '60s and '70s, and beyond! We hope to make friends at Friends Restaurant! (845-583-1050)
Saturday
9:00 pm
to
1:00 am
BRUCE KATZ BAND
Blues, Jazz
Brian's Backyard BBQ
1665 RTE 211 EAST
Middletown, NY   See Map
BRUCE-BLURS THE LINES BETWEEN BLUES AND SOUL JAZZ WITH HIS ROOTSY AND N'AWLINS STYLE,PUTS IN ON THE TOP AS ONE OF THE PIANIST THAT IS TOURING TODAY

COVER CHARGE- $15.00
Saturday
9:00 pm
Blues and R&B Dance Party
with Connor Kennedy Band
Blues, Motown/R&B, and Rock (classic)
The Wherehouse
119 Liberty St.
Newburgh, NY   See Map
The Connor Kennedy Band brings their guitar driven, soulful blues and R&B to The Wherehouse for the first time! Come find out for yourself why members of The Levon Helm and Gregg Allman bands are fans of 16 year old Connor Kennedy, and get a taste of The Wherehouse's incredible cuisine!
Saturday
9:00 pm
All We Got! Vol.1 Comp. CD Release show
with Jaclyn Falk, Part Time Dragon Slayer, Phineas and the Lonely Leaves, Nightmares for a Week
Mix
The Chuggin' Rhino
357 Route 202
Pomona, NY   See Map
All We Got! Records put out a comp. CD featuring local artist in the hudson valley. Come join us as we celebrate it's release. Featuring live music by artist featured on the comp. and $3 Buds and Budlights with shot specials!


All We Got! Records Website
Saturday
9:00 pm
to
1:00 am
Bass & Ale Series at Touch Base
with Rte. 66
Rock (classic)
Touch Base
9 Winkler Place
Chester, NY   See Map
Nostalgia rules with Rock N Roll and Rte. 66. Remember when with the classic hits that made America great. New food menu. But always the great beer selection. No cover like it used to be.
Saturday
9:30 pm
Back to CHESTER PARTY !
with ROUTE 66 BAND
Rock (classic)
Touch Base
9 Winkler Place
Chester, NY   See Map
Come on out and Dance, sing or just listen to your favorite tunes to the 60's, 70's 7 80's !
Saturday
9:30 pm
to
12:30 am
Spicy Latin, Salsa & Brazilian Jazz
with Norberto Goldberg, and his band
Latin. Salsa
12 Grapes Music & Wine Bar
12 North Division Street
Peekskill, NY   See Map
We love Salsa! Do you know why? "Because people like to say 'Salsa'!" ... Seinfeld jokes aside, tonight, the multi-talented percussionist, Norberto Goldberg, will be treating us to the hot sounds of Latin, Salsa and Brazilian Jazz.

Born in Argentina, Norberto's celebrated career has spanned studios and stages from Broadway to Brazil. He's performed with noted Jazz artists like Cleo Laine and Slide Hampton and recorded with many Jazz icons including Gerry Mulligan, Michael Legrand and Grover Washington, Jr. His Broadway credits include Once on This Island, A Chorus Line, Grease and more, performing with stage legends like Chita Rivera and Tommy Tune.

Norberto will be joined by an international roster of world-class musicians including Latin Jazz flute phenom Itai Kris, Grammy-award winner Daniel Freiberg on piano and Juancho Herrera on guitar and vocals.

**$10 Entertainment Fee for all, including diners**
Saturday
10:00 pm
David Kraai & Amy Laber
Singer-Songwriter, Folk/Traditional, and Country
59 Bank Restaurant & Bar
59 Bank Street
New Milford, CT   See Map
At this duo show, David Kraai and Amy Laber dole out three sets of the finest country folk music this side of anywhere! Country harmonies, sweet banjo, tasty mandolin, twangy guitars and soulful harmonica... it doesn’t get any better than this! So, swing by this excellent restaurant/bar for some fine food and drinks and join in the hootenanny, y’all...
Saturday
10:00 pm
to
1:30 am
LOT'S OF NOISE & DANCING IN THE STREETS IN THE VILLAGE!
with Lick The Toad
Rock (classic), Blues
MILLBROOK R&B
3264 FRANKLIN AVE. (MAIN DRAG)
MILLBROOK, NY   See Map
LICK THE TOAD RETURNS FOR A NIGHT OF ROCK N' ROLL MAYHEM! AND MILLBROOK WILL COME ALIVE & COME APART AT THE SEAMS! THE MILLBROOK R&B IS ALWAYS EXPANDING THE BEER & THE FOOD MENU BY THE MINUTE! IF YOU HAVEN'T BEEN HERE YET YOU OWE IT TO YOURSELF TO COME CHECK THE PLACE OUT! SO IF YOU'RE UP FOR A NIGHT OF HARD DRIVIN' ROCK & ROLL (& NO F'N DISCO!) COME ON OUT & SEE WHY EVERYBODY IS TALKING ABOUT THE BAND YOUR PARENTS WARNED YOU ABOUT....LICK THE TOAD!.....AND REMEMBER YOU NEVER KNOW WHO'S GONNA SHOW UP WHEN LICK THE TOAD COMES TO TOWN!
silly stuff
Saturday
10:00 pm
to
2:00 am
THE SHOTS, DJ Rage
Rock (modern), World, and Celtic. "hold the salt and lemon, with rocking bagpipes on the side"
Pie Man's Cottage
107 New York 303
Valley Cottage, NY   See Map
THE SHOTS have a unique twist to some of the covers and originals they play....“Rocking Bagpipes” - They mix in the bagpipes to songs like The Black Eyed Peas, “I Gotta Feeling,” Billy Idol, “Dancing with Myself,” or AC/DC, “It’s a long Way to the Top”.

As a matter of fact, Lenny’s original reggae bagpipe tune, "The Rasta Piper" won 2nd place in World Music in the 2006 Billboard Song contest.

Lenny - Sax, Bagpipes, Flute, Didgeridoo, Harmonica, Vest Frottoir (washboard), Vocals Mark - Guitar, Vocals Mike - Guitar, Vocals Russ - Drums, Percussion Dave - Bass, Vocals
more info
Saturday
11:00 pm
to
12:30 pm
The Midnight Society
Acoustic, Singer-Songwriter, and Folk/Traditional
Taste Budd's Chocolate and Coffee Cafe
40 West Market Street
Red Hook, NY   See Map
The Midnight Society is a singer-songwriter duo out of Albany, New York. Stylistically, their music has been described as ranging from folk to indie-rock, and combines insightful, witty lyrics with catchy melodies.

In their short tenure together, The Midnight Society has progressed from playing open mics in the Capital Region, to winning the Columbia Arts Team Upstate Idol competition for singer-songwriters. They recently were invited to play at Capital Area Indie Fest at the Egg in Albany, and can be heard on local radio stations, such as 102.7 WEQX.
Sunday, April 10
Sunday
11:30 am
to
12:30 pm
Blues On The Mountain
with Guy Davis
Blues
Mohonk Mountain House
Mountain Rest Road
New Paltz, NY   See Map
WDST's Big Joe Fitz hosts year four of BLUES ON THE MOUNTAIN.

Davis’ folksy and humble stage presence, combined with his humorous monologues, made one feel that this was not a concert, but rather, an impromptu performance on a front porch down in some southern swamp. Indeed, at times Davis had the audience singing, clapping and stomping their feet."


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Sunday
12:00 pm
to
2:00 pm
Cosby Gibson
Acoustic, Singer-Songwriter, and Folk/Traditional
Taste Budd's Chocolate and Coffee Cafe
40 West Market Street
Red Hook, NY   See Map
Performing and writing songs for two active years, Cosby Gibson has a range of experience and development. Her songs and voice blend acoustic, singer-songwriter, and folk genres, and carry a family background in music and performance.

Sunday
2:00 pm
Stop - Listen - Laugh
with Christine Lavin
Folk/Traditional, Singer-Songwriter, and Comedic
Acoustic Cafe
25 Fremont Ave
Park Ridge, NJ   See Map
Christine Lavin in Concert w/special guest Joe McKay. OLM Academy, Park Ridge, NJ. 2 PM matinee, doors 1:30 PM. $18 at the door. 201-573-0718 www.cafeacoustic.org Proceeds benefit the OLM Haiti Fund.
Reservations:
Sunday
3:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
Noo Moves Entertainment
with Ray Diamond
Roots Music
BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY   See Map
Born and raised in Boston, MA, Ray's passion is music, to sing and create music for the soul. He represents Diamonds N The Ruff Enterprises, Inc. Ray's inspiration comes from a list of artist in the industry such as James Brown, Mighty Clouds of Joy, John P. Key, Michael Jackson, R. Kelly, Mint Condition, etc. It's a rough road to the heights of greatness. Like uncut diamonds many of us have shinning qualities beneath a rough exterior. With a style that makes Ray Diamond unique for himself, yet identifiable to others, he's his own artist and his own man. Overcoming life's challenges and expressing himself through his music, ladies love Ray and the fellows love and relate to Ray just as well. Sunday, April 10th We'll show you his life through music, and how great it is to be A Diamond in the Ruff.

Admission $5
Sunday
7:30 pm
to
9:30 pm
New SUNDAY performance of this 18-piece Big Band!
with Greg Westhoff & The Westchester Swing Band
Swing/Jump, Big Band
12 Grapes Music & Wine Bar
12 North Division Street
Peekskill, NY   See Map
Starting in April, Greg Westhoff's Westchester Swing Band will now be here once a month on SUNDAY! Now everyone can experience this incredible, world-class 18-piece Big Band featuring a full horn section with 5 sax's, 4 trombones, 4 trumpets, and world-class drummer and bandleader Greg Westhoff. You'll never hear anything like it in a small venue anywhere in Westchester! The band performs classic Swing music, Sinatra, Broadway selections and songs from the '40's, '50's and beyond.

Greg has been playing drums for over 50 years. He has performed on the Tonight Show and others. Greg was the drummer with Walter Murphy and the Big Apple Band, who's popular disco-era hit was " A Fifth of Beethoven". Greg is currently working on the popular TV shows Family Guy, American Dad, and Cleveland. His Big Band has been together for 12 years, performing all over the tri -state area.

**$5 Cover goes directly to the band**
Hear the Swing Band, youtube.com/12grapesmusic
Monday, April 11
Monday
3:00 pm
to
6:00 pm
The 9th Annual Ron Finck Memorial Scholarship Concert
with Matt Finck with Special Guests, Rosswell Rudd, T Xiques, Mike Kull
Jazz, Jazz, and Jazz
The Rosendal Cafe
434 Main Street
Rosendale, NY   See Map
Every year we get together at the Rosendale Cafe to celebrate the life of Ron Finck and raise money for a scholarship awarded to a graduating senior from Rondout Valley High School planning a future in Music. Please come out and support this great cause! This years performers are-Roswell Rudd/Trombone, Mike Kull/Piano, Lew Scott/Bass, Harvey Kaiser/Sax, Gene Randolph/Drums, T Xiques/Percussion and a special performance by Dustine Finck/Sax!
Monday
5:30 pm
to
6:30 pm
David Kraai & Amy Laber
Singer-Songwriter, Folk/Traditional, and Country
SUNY Rockland Community College
145 College Road
Suffern, NY   See Map
At this duo show, David Kraai and Amy Laber dole out a set of the finest country folk music this side of anywhere! Country harmonies, sweet banjo, tasty mandolin, twangy guitars and soulful harmonica... it doesn’t get any better than this! So, swing by this installment of the Monday evening Java Cafe series in the Student Union...
Monday
7:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
James Durst Welcomes Kath Buckell
Singer-Songwriter
BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY   See Map
Kath Buckell, Australian-born singer/songwriter is one of the most refreshing voices in the folk music scene today. Buckell is a storyteller, a balladeer, who has traveled the world and made a career for herself in Australia, Israel and the USA sharing with her audiences a narrative of Australian poetry and culture. With the encouragement of Aoife Clancy, daughter of Bobby Clancy from the acclaimed Clancy Brothers, Kath moved to the US to pursue a career in the folk scene. She now performs with a project called The Jammin' Divas with Aoife Clancy, Becky Chace and Hadar Noiberg exploring the richness of folk music through fusing three different cultures from Ireland, USA and Australia.

"Kath is a true singer/songwriter. Beautiful lyrics with melodies that take you back to the 'Old Country'. Simply mesmerizing - don't miss her!" LARRY OAKS, The Bitter End, NYC.

Kath will be joined by Norwegian flautist Hadar Noiberg

Admission $10.
Tuesday, April 12
Tuesday
7:00 pm
to
10:00 pm
Robert sarazin Blake, The Powder Kegs
Americana, Folk/Traditional, and Rock (progressive)
Bull and Buddha
319 main street
Poughkeepsie, NY   See Map
Free show of two great acts.. Rare hudson valley apperance, we dont get to see this very often. Come on out and support great live music
Tuesday
8:00 pm
to
10:00 pm
Eddie solo at Rosendale Cafe
with Eddie Fingerhut
Acoustic, Singer-Songwriter, and Alternative
Rosendale Cafe
434 Main St.
Rosendale, NY   See Map
Rosendale Cafe Singer-Songwriter Tuesdays

A Musical Performance Showcase Every Other Tuesday Night

The Rosendale Cafe has been bringing notable performances to the area for 18 years. This more humble opportunity for local performances started with a very successful run of the Community Music Night hosted by Mark Bernard. Hosts John Wirtz, Carla Rozman, Wayne Montecalvo, and now John P. Hughes have taken it over under the name Singer-Songwriter Tuesdays, and the series has run since the fall of 2007.Also appearing: Luke Liddy, RICHARD IGNATIUS PRANS, Marji Zintz, Ron Renninger & Timothy Gurshin.
Eddie @ Reverbnation
Tuesday
8:00 pm
Tuesday Night Community Music Showcase
with Marji Zintz, Eddie Fingerhut, Ron Renninger, Richard Prans, Luke Liddy, Timothy Gurshin
Acoustic, Folk/Traditional, and Jazz. Americana, blues, rock, whatnot etc.
Rosendale Cafe
434 Main Street
Rosendale, NY   See Map
I love the Rosendale Cafe; they present world-class musicians and it's one of the few places I can go where I can order most anything they have on their menu!

What this is. Lifted from their site: "The Rosendale Cafe has been bringing notable performances to the area for 16 years. This more humble opportunity for local performances started with a very successful run of the Community Music Night, and the series has run on and off since fall 2007.

"The showcase has been a performance opportunity for both newly-established artists, and those that were outside the musical style of the Cafe's usual weekend bookings."

photo credit: © 2009 Erik Lamont of Woodstock, NY
Marji's Website
Wednesday, April 13
Wednesday
7:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
PRO JAM - OPEN MIC
Blues, Rock (classic)
Brian's Backyard BBQ
1665 RTE 211 EAST
Middletown, NY   See Map
COME JOIN US, STARTING AT 7:00 pm OUR PRO JAM. MEET UP WITH OTHER GREAT MUSICIANS FROM THE HUDSON VALLEY ALL YOU NEED TO BRING IS A GUITAR ,BASS, DRUM STICKS

FOR MORE INFO CALL; 845-692-3227
Wednesday
7:00 pm
to
10:00 pm
Made In America Music Night
with Bob Stump
Acoustic, Bluegrass, and Americana
Keegan Ales
20 St James Street
Kingston, NY   See Map
A little Blues, Rags, Bluegrass, Traditional Fiddle Tunes, Country ,Western, Jazz Standards, Folk, Roots inspired originals & more. Oh boy! I like Keegan Ales because they actually make something in America , how rare! The handmade music seems to fit the scene, c'mon out and enjoy! Musicians welcome to bring along acoustic instruments. Hope to see you there! -Bob www.stumpsongs.com www.youtube.com/stumpsongs
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Wednesday
7:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Pizza and Tunes
with Don Sparks
Acoustic, Americana, and Contemporary
Grimaldi's Pizzeria
119 Main Street
New Paltz, NY   See Map
Don Sparks performs each Wednesday night at Grimaldi's Pizzeria in New Paltz. Come enjoy some worldclass pizza and hears Don's tunes in this charming venue.
Wednesday
7:30 pm
to
10:00 pm
Sessions: An Interactive Live Music Experience
with Patrick Murphy McDowell
Blues/Rock/Jazz Fusion
12 Grapes Music & Wine Bar
12 North Division Street
Peekskill, NY   See Map
Ever wonder how music is created? We're going to show you, with a new live music event called "Sessions". Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, we invite you to join saxman and vocalist JP Patrick and his band, Patrick Murphy McDowell, as they rehearse, work, and play for each other, and for you. "Sessions" presents an opportunity for audience members to be co-collaborators on a new song, or to simply get an up-close and personal view of what it takes to put together a live performance. Learn how a guest musician's style can shape the sound of a familiar song. Then, feel free to share your input... as artists and audience create music together.

Budding musicians of all ages will be inspired as they watch the creative process unfold. Even if you don't perform, you'll enjoy this intimate look at how musicians do what they love to do best: "play". Join us for a night of low-volume, high quality music the whole family will enjoy.

**Free Admission**
Patrick Murphy McDowell at 12 Grapes
Wednesday
7:30 pm
to
10:30 pm
Vocal and instrumental jam session
with Jammin' Jazz and Blues Night
Jazz, Latin, and Blues
Chill Wine Bar
173 main st
Beacon, NY   See Map
Hosts, Dennis Winge and Anita Rose Merando welcome vocalists and instrumental musicians at this Jam Session.
Wednesday
8:30 pm
to
11:30 pm
Open mic Blues Night
with Upstart Blues Allstars
Blues, Blues, and Blues
Hyde Park Steakhouse and Brewing Co.
Rt. 9 across from Roosevelt Homestead
Hyde Park, NY   See Map
Now in our 10th year this well attended Blues Open Mic has hosted many of the Hudson Valley region's best blues musicians. Great food,home brews, a house band with history, and an enthusiastic audience are the reason you show check out this show. NO COVER CHARGE
Thursday, April 14
Thursday
6:00 pm
to
8:30 pm
Acoustic Thursdays at the High Falls Cafe
with Kurt Henry & Cheryl Lambert
Acoustic, Singer-Songwriter
The High Falls Cafe
Rt. 213
High Falls , NY   See Map
This week's performers include Doug Yoel, Sharon Klein, and Trio Mio! Enjoy weekly music from one of the finest Showcases of Hudson Valley Songwriters -- three guest artists each week -- for only $5 per person, hosted by Kurt Henry and Cheryl Lambert. Support Brian and Buffy Gribbon, the cafe owners, for providing a supportive environment for local, great music during the week and on weekends at the High Falls Cafe. Great Food! Great Music! Good Times! See you there with your friends!
Thursday
6:00 pm
to
8:30 pm
Acoustic Thursdays
with Trio Mio
Singer-Songwriter, Acoustic, and World
High Falls Café
High Falls, NY   See Map
Three acts plus Kurt and Cheryl !!

Great music, food, wine, and atmosphere.

Doug Yoel, Sharon Klein, Trio Mio
Thursday
6:30 pm
to
9:30 pm
Jazz in West Milford NJ
with The Skye Jazz Trio
Jazz
Momento's
274 Morsetown Road
West Milford, NJ   See Map
The Skye Jazz Trio returns to Momento's in West Milford NJ, close to Warwick and Greenwood Lake. Led by drummer and Warwick Valley Jazz Festival producer Steve Rubin with Joe Tranchina, piano and Bill McCrossen, bass.
Momento's Restaurant
Thursday
7:00 pm
to
11:00 pm
ACOUSTIC OPEN JAM NIGHT
Blues, Singer-Songwriter, and Americana
Brian's Backyard BBQ
1665 RTE 211 EAST
Middletown, NY   See Map
COME OUT ALL YOU SINGER SONG WRITERS AND JOIN US FOR OUR ACOUSTIC JAM NIGHT AND MEET UP WITH OTHER GREAT MUSICIANS FROM THE HUDSON VALLEY

OPEN JAM STARTS - 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

FOR MORE INFO CALL ; 845-692-3227
Thursday
8:00 pm
to
11:00 pm
THE ROCKING HORSE RANCH RESORT
with The Harvest Duo
Contemporary, Rock (classic), and Motown/R&B
THE ROCKING HORSE RANCH RESORT
Rt. 44-55
Highland, NY   See Map
Private Event - Guests Only
For reservations call (800) 647-2624
Thursday
8:00 pm
to
12:30 am
Open Mic and Jam at Bridewater's Pub and Restaurant
with Open Mic and Jam with The Flash Band, Hosted by Ruperto
Open Mic, Motown/R&B, and Alternative. or your own brand of Music
Bridgewater Irish Pub and Restaurant
50 Abeel Street
Kingston, NY   See Map
Not your typical Open Mic! Thursdays the Flash Band starts with great groove tunes then opens the mic to those who've signed up at Bridgewaters. We get seasoned players as well as emerging artists arriving solo, as a duo, or with a band. Good atmosphere, good music, good food, good people, good times and a good place to network and DANCE!
No Cover ~ 1 drink minimum
Thursday
8:30 pm
to
11:30 pm
Open Mic Night
with Petey Hop
Open Mic
12 Grapes Music & Wine Bar
12 North Division Street
Peekskill, NY   See Map
Our once-monthly Open Mics are mainly Acoustic, but most styles of music are welcome. All talented artists are invited to take the stage and enjoy one of the most talked about music venues in Westchester. 12 Grapes is pleased to have the talented guitarist, band leader and singer/songwriter Petey Hop as host. Pete opens the evening with a few of his original songs, and will occasionally join in an impromptu jam. We have a full back line and drum kit, so bring your guitar, bass or sticks, and don't forget to bring your friends...

**Free admission. Sign up begins around 8pm**
Petey on youtube
Friday, April 15
Friday
8:00 pm
to
11:00 pm
The Providers
Blues, Contemporary, and Motown/R&B. Free Range Boogie!!
Peint O Gwrw Tafarn
36 Main Street
Chatham, NY   See Map

For More Info Click Here!
Friday
6:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Attitude Adjustment Hours
with Keith Newman
Acoustic
The Nugget Bar & Restaurant
371 Broadway
Monticello, NY   See Map
Keith Newman performs acoustic songs by the Beatles, Cat Stevens, Bob Dylan, Grateful Dead, Paul Simon, CSN&Y, Pink Floyd and more. Join us for TGIF Happy Hour!
Friday
6:30 pm
to
9:30 pm
Evocative Jass, Exotic Lounge
with Duo Loco; Studio Stu & Mark Dziuba
Jazz, Alternative, and Comedic
Neko Sushi & Sake Bar
1817 Route 9
Wappingers Falls, NY   See Map
Back at ou favorite raw fish joint, er...sushi bar, We will be playing the tunes that were made for a cool evening out...from Monk to Michael Jackson, Miles to The Doors, Count Basie to Amy Winehouse....Music, great food, 30 prime Sake's to choose from, whew!!!

So, come for dinner and an early Sake,and still have plenty of time to get to your evening festivities.
Check Out Da Place...
Friday
7:00 pm
to
10:00 pm
MAIN STREET RESTAURANT
with The Harvest Duo
Contemporary, Rock (classic), and Motown/R&B
MAIN STREET RESTAURANT
244 Main Street
Saugerties, NY   See Map
Join us for a night of great music from all genres including contemporary hits, dance favorites, classic rock, Motown, oldies, country and everything in between ! The Main Street Bar & Grill has excellent Mexican and American food !
(845) 246-6222
Friday
7:00 pm
to
10:00 pm
Cathy Young
Acoustic, Rock (classic), and Singer-Songwriter
Frank Guido's Little Italy
14 Thomas Street
Kingston, NY   See Map
TGIF - Come on out and celebrate the end of the week - you've earned it!! Frank Guido's Little Italy features happy hour drink specials from 4-6pm and a free buffet from 6:00-7:30pm, followed by the rockin' acoustic tunes of Cathy Young.
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Friday
7:30 pm
to
10:30 pm
Hope Machine
Folk/Traditional, Acoustic
BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY   See Map
"About all a human being is anyway is a hoping machine." Woodie Guthrie

Hope Machine-the band-was born at a 2003 Woody Guthrie hootenanny hosted by Woody's granddaughter Anna Canoni. It's core members are Fred Gillen Jr., Steve Kirkman, and Eric Puente. They rarely do a show without a special guest or two sitting in and their performances are true celebrations of community, spontaneity, and freedom.

Their debut CD March, released in the Winter of 2006/2007, was recorded live-in-the-studio and received folk airplay all over the East Coast. The follow-up CD, Big Green Hope Machine, features some of Gillen and Kirkman's finest songs and great special guests. The CD has gotten great reviews and airplay all over the world.

Hope Machine is always evolving, but the message remains one of hope, peace, and freedom. While they sing many of their own songs, they also remain an "official program" of the Woody Guthrie Foundation, and carry Woody's message wherever they go.
Admission $5
Friday
7:30 pm
to
9:30 pm
ASK for Music
with Trio Mio
Singer-Songwriter, Acoustic, and Contemporary
ASK
97 Broadway
Kingston, NY   See Map
Three local acts in a great acoustic setting. Trio Mio, Denise Jordan Finley/Dan Pagdon, Ron Renninger

The Arts Society of Kingston presents live music on the third Friday of every month. Hosted by Mike and Emmy Clarke, this series showcases local singer-songwriters in this beautiful art gallery on lower Broadway in Kingston
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Friday
8:00 pm
to
11:00 pm
Cool Jazz & Hot Blues
with Will Smith Trio, Neil Grover /Keyboard, Steve Trowski/ Drums
Jazz, Blues
Stella May Theatre
5 Sterling Street
Kingston, NY   See Map
We are returning to our home town to bring you some Cool Jazz & Hot Blues. Come out to celebrate the beginning or spring with us. For info & tickets 10.00, (845) 331- 5778
Friday
8:00 pm
Chortle Kombat! Improv Comedy and Music
with Mop & Bucket Co.
Comedic, Cabaret, and Musical Theater. Improvisation
Underground at Proctors
432 State Street
Schenectady, NY   See Map
CHORTLE KOMBAT! Hardened Improv Masters take no prisoners as they face off in scene after death-defying scene aided by their miscreant minions of mirth. Who shall prevail? You decide!

Mopco features a blend of short and long form improv. Audience members participate as much or as little as they like in the creation of stories, scenes, songs and games enlivened by Mopco's trademarked controlled chaos. There's always a surprise at a Mopco show!

"I HAVE SEEN IMPROV BEFORE AND I'M SURE YOU HAVE TOO, BUT THESE ACTORS ARE READY FOR PRIME-TIME. HAVE YOU EVER WATCHED A PERFORMANCE SO BRAVE THAT YOU WANTED TO SHAKE THE PERFORMER'S HAND OR KISS HER CHEEK AFTER THE SHOW? THAT'S HOW I FELT..."--Susan Arbetter, WMHT TV "IF YOU'VE NEVER SEEN A MOP & BUCKET PERFORMANCE, BE ASSURED THEY'RE LAUGH-TO-YOU-CRY FUNNY."--Kristi L. Gustafson, Times Union Ticket Prices: $14 Adults, $6 Students & Seniors
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Friday
8:00 pm
to
11:00 pm
Live Music Friday Night!
with White Pepper Band
Pop/Soft Rock, Dance. Pop, Reggae, Dance
Windsor Grille Live Jazz Fridays
425 East Rt. 59
Nanuet, NY   See Map
Enjoy an evening of live music by White Pepper Band, Pop, Reggae, Dance. Enjoy dinner before or during the show. Restaurant opens at 5pm show starts at 8pm. Call for reservations for best seating.
Friday
8:00 pm
to
1:00 am
Acoustic Rock - Andrew Stone & Rene Lemieux
with Syncing LuLu
Acoustic, Rock (modern), and Rock (classic). Acoustic Classics and Modern Hits
South Side Inn - Yorktown
1927 Commerce Street
Yorktown Heights, NY   See Map
Acoustic performance of U2, Paul Simon, Radiohead, Van Morrison, Led Zep, STP, OAR, Pink Floyd among many others. Enjoy the perfect mix of Acoustic Rock Modern Hits and Classics!
Sound Samples & Complete Song List
Friday
8:00 pm
to
11:00 pm
Rock N Roll Dance Party
with ROCKIT
Rock (classic), Singer-Songwriter
Arlington Grill
770 Main Street
Poughkeepsie, NY   See Map
Rock N Roll dance party at Arlington Grill, dance all night to the greatest classic rock n roll of the 60s', 70s' 80s' and 90s'..these guys have been playing the area for over fourty years, played with "Sam The Sham and the Pharoahs", "Peter Framton","Sly and Family Stone", "Gatlin Brothers", "Ivy Rose" and many other great bands. So come out and hear some awesome music, plus great food and maybe even a Light Show
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Friday
9:00 pm
Vito's Back!
with Four Guys in Disguise
Rock (classic), Acoustic, and Rock (modern). Eclectic to say the least!
Skytop Steakhouse
237 Forest Hills Drive
Kingston, NY   See Map
Wild times, great music, fun filled evening, dance if you'd like or just hang, whatever! The "current" Four Guys in Disguise still wow the crowds every time!
Friday
9:00 pm
to
1:00 am
THE AREA'S NEWEST ROCK BAND THE ALLSTARZZ
with THE ALLSTARZZ
Rock (classic), Rock (progressive), and Rock (modern)
THE DOCKSIDE
RT 385
ATHENS, NY   See Map
The Allstarzz are playing Friday night . Come on out and dance and rock the night away to the area's newest rock band!
Friday
9:00 pm
Blues/R&B Dance Party in WOODSTOCK
with Connor Kennedy Band
Blues, Motown/R&B, and Rock (classic)
Harmony @ Wok N' Roll
52 Mill Hill Road
Woodstock , NY   See Map
The Connor Kennedy Band with special guest drummer Sonny Rock (Smokin' Aces Blues Band, Tas Cru & The King Kans) bring their brand of funky, soulful, guitar driven Blues and R&B to Harmony in Woodstock. The party is going to last for a while folks, so get out and dance!
Friday
9:00 pm
to
1:00 am
Acoustic Music
with Ray Longchamp
Acoustic
Christopher's Bistro
69 Brookside Ave
Chester, NY   See Map

Full menu available until 10:30
Friday
9:00 pm
to
1:00 am
Karl Allweier and The Real Men
Rock (classic), Blues, and Dance. A funky good time!
Charlie O's
Red Hook, NY   See Map
Performing live at Charlie O's in Red Hook, come on down and hear a band like no other, featuring Alfred Sire on bass, and Tom Polapink on drums. Playing all your favorites, along with brand new material! Don't miss it!
Friday
9:00 pm
to
12:00 am
Take a Walk down Memory Lane in Wallkill NY !
with Fig & Tim
Pop/Soft Rock, Acoustic, and Rock (classic)
Bruynswyck Inn
2162 Bruynswick Rd
Wallkill, NY   See Map
Tap your feet, Dance, or Sing along to their harmonious tunes of the 60's, 70's and 80's.
Friday
9:30 pm
to
12:30 am
Jazz/Blues/Rock/R&B
with The Gil Parris Band, and special guest Matt King
Jazz, Blues. R & B, Rock
12 Grapes Music & Wine Bar
12 North Division Street
Peekskill, NY   See Map
Grammy-nominated guitarist Gil Parris is one of the most acclaimed & versatile guitar masters of his generation. His style of playing defies and transcends all genres. Gil frequently performs with Yankees outfielder (and guitarist) Bernie Williams and has shared the stage with Paul Shaffer and trumpet legend Randy Brecker. In 2010, Vintage Guitar said, "Gil Parris is one of guitardom's unsung heroes."

Gil's band features equally incredible musicians including Kip Saphos (bass), Joe Piteo (drums) and Curtis Winchester (vocals). Tonight's special guest is Matt King (keys). Matt tours nationally and internationally with distinguished jazz guitarist Chuck Loeb. He's also toured with Blood, Sweat & Tears and recorded and performed with many notable artists including pop vocalist Phoebe Snow. Join us as we welcome Gil Parris and his band back to our 12 Grapes stage... It's gonna be one incredible night!

*$5 Entertainment fee for all, including diners.
Watch Gil's blazing guitar on YouTube
Friday
9:30 pm
Live Music @ New World
with CrawDaddy
Cajun/Zydeco
New World Home Cooking
1411 Rt. 212
Saugerties, NY   See Map
Cajun blues mixed with vintage rock & roll
Friday
9:30 pm
Live Music @ New World
with CrawDaddy
Cajun/Zydeco
New World Home Cooking
1411 Rt. 212
Saugerties, NY   See Map
Cajun blues mixed with vintage rock & roll
Friday
9:30 pm
to
12:30 pm
PINE BUSH CITY LIMITS!
with CHARLIE SABIN ACOUSTIC
Acoustic, Alternative, and Rock (modern)
THE HOOT OWL BAR AND GRILL
26 AWOSTING ROAD
PINE BUSH, NY   See Map
I BELIVE IT WAS IKE TURNER THAT PENNED THIS CLASSIC R & B TUNE SOMETIME BACK IN THE 60’S. AND WHAT DOES THIS HAVE TO DO WITH FORMER HINDENBERG FRONTMAN CHARLIE SABIN COMING TO PINE BUSH N.Y., YOU ASK?..........ABSOULTLY NOTHING! HOWEVER, IT DOES SHOW THAT HE KNOWS A BIT OF ROCK AND ROLL TRIVIA FOR SURE! THIS AND $2.50 WILL GET HIM A RIDE ON THE NOISY UNDERGROUND, URINE SAOKED, RUSTY BUCKET OF BOLTS WE NEW YORKERS CALL THE NYC SUBWAY SYSTEM. LISTEN UP KIDS AND TAKE THIS AS A LESSON. STAY IN SCHOOL!!!!!!!! ALL THAT NONSENSE ASIDE, THIS WILL BE THE FIRST TIME IN THIS NEW ROOM AND QUITE FRANKLY, IT SHOULD BE A “HOOT”! SO IF IT IS ANSWERS TO ROCK TRIVIA YOU ARE LOOKING FOR, KICKING BACK WHILE EATING, DRINKING, AND BEING MERRY IN A CLEAN “URINE FREE” ENVIORNMENT OR JUST GETTING COMPLETELY CRAZY, TAKING YOUR TOP OFF WHILE DOING SHOTS AND DANCING ON THE BAR, THIS WILL BE THE PLACE TO BE………OH YEAH, DID I FORGET MODERN/ CLASSIC ACOUSTIC ROCK TOO……..

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