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Hudson Valley, NY
Calendar of Music Events

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Thursday Dec 15, 2011 to Wednesday Dec 21, 2011

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Thursday, December 15
Thursday
6:30 pm
to
8:00 pm
Acoustic Thursday!
with Elly Wininger, & other good people.
Blues, Folk/Traditional, and Singer-Songwriter. ...and anything else I feel like!
High Falls Cafe
Rte. 213 & Mohonk Rd.
High Falls, NY   See Map
Good food, good friends, and of course, good music at this venerable venue.
High Falls Cafe
Thursday
5:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
Vassar College Jazz Jam
with Studio Stu
Jazz, Alternative, and Contemporary
Lehman Loeb Arts Center
124 Raymond Ave
Poughkeepsie, NY   See Map
Well, Here I am, back again at one of my favorite listening rooms, The Lehman Loeb Arts center at Vassar College. I will be performing at their 'Late Night Thursday' events, and the start of a once a month jazz session, where students as well as musicians from the area are invited to come and experience the art, and the art of jazz improv. All musicians are encouraged to bring instruments, or voice, and be ready to create a new path through the improvisational wilderness.

So, come stroll and absorb this current remarkable exhibition, have a drink, eats some light foods, and listen and perform to the rumblings of evocative jass and exotic lounge as we explore all types of music within the jazz genre.
Explore this
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 Deborah Martin, Dick Vincent, and Elly Wininger. 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
7:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Solo acoustic
with John Holt
Acoustic, Singer-Songwriter, and Contemporary
Ange's
5097 State Route 213
Olivebridge, NY   See Map
Guitarist/mandolinist/vocalist/composer John Holt performs at Ange's. John is a creative performer whose intensity and passion will make this an evening to remember. Bring your friends and come hungry so you can enjoy the excellent food at Ange's. No cover! BYOB
Thursday
7:00 pm
to
11:00 pm
STEVE DEE'S CHRISTMAS PARTY!!!
Rock (classic), Jazz, and Country
Juniors Lounge
504 Salt Point Turnpike
POUGHKEEPSIE, NY   See Map
Description Steve will be hosting a holiday party at Juniors Lounge...He will be playing with 5 great bands..The BUBBA Band featuring the double drum team of the awesome Chris Puletz & Steve Dee..Then a special performance from WITCH HUNT featuring Jimi Heslin & Billy Beehler..Then 2... new bands. L.T.D. feat: Bobby Lustgarten-Mike Torsone & Randy Cannavero and Hillbillies on Speed an awesome Rockabilly band & last but not least, Anthony K..Dont miss this nite...I look forward to seeing all my hometown friends and celebrate the holidays.....Steve Dee.

In addition, Juniors Will Be Accepting Toys for "Toys For Tots" @ Steve's Party! Anyone donating a toy will receive a free drink!!!

... Also "Free Eats"@ party til it's gone ...Come Early!!!! (no donation required for food!) Hope to see you all there! peace
Thursday
8:00 pm
to
2:00 am
DJ K Super Thursday Party Night (Gay Night) with DJ K (Kevin S)
with DJ K Super Thursday Party Night (Gay Night)
Dance
River Terrace Restaurant and Bar
2 Beekman Street
Beacon, NY   See Map
All types of Party and Dance Music!!! Party Night at River Terrace Restaurant and Bar On Beekman street in Beacon N.Y. 2 Blocks from Beacon Train Station!!We will be doing Super Thursday Dance Party night with drink specials and free appetizers to start off this regular Thursday night dance party!! (Gay Party But all are welcome) River Terrace is a Great Bar and restaurant in Beacon NY overlooking the Hudson River and DJ K will be spinning the music from 10pm till 2 am starting Thursday December 1st. So please come out and join us for a great night!!
Thursday
8:00 pm
to
12:00 am
Guitar'd & Feather'd: The Silver Spur Open Jam
with Eddie Fingerhut, Tom Flowerman, Alan Herskowitz, Kevin Williams
Rock (classic), Blues, and Alternative
Silver Spur Steakhouse & Saloon
4353 Route 32
Catskill, NY   See Map
Join Guitar'd & Feather'd as they host The Silver Spur Open Jam night located on Route 32 in Catskill , NY. The band is: Eddie Fingerhut on lead vocals & guitar, Tom Flowerman on lead guitar, Alan Herskowitz on drums and Kevin Williams on bass. From unique interpretations of classic rock, blues & standards to rockin' originals there are songs for every one. Rockin' electric music as it's sopposed to be - in your face & with an attitude.

Just bring a voice, axe or sticks - PA, amps & drums provided. Great bar & great food. See ya there...
Eddie @ Reverbnation
Thursday
8:30 pm
to
11:30 pm
Westchester Rock Jam & Band Showcase
Rock (classic)
12 Grapes Music & Wine Bar
12 North Division Street
Peekskill, NY   See Map
Love great Rock? Of course you do. Whether you love to listen or love to play,12 Grapes OPEN Rock Jam & Band Showcase is the place to be the 3rd Thursday of every month. Come solo and Jam with some of the best players in the Hudson Valley. Or bring your band and showcase your talents.

Sign-up begins at 8:00. PA, mics, drums, keys and amps provided. Tonight's Rock Jam hosted by Rich Kelly (bass), Andrew Bordeaux (guitar), Eric Haight (guitar), Tito Wilson (drums) and Chris Burke (keys).

**Free Admission**
Thursday
9:00 pm
to
12:00 am
Fine dining & music!
with Keith Newman
Acoustic
The Erie Hotel & Restaurant
9 Jersey Ave
Port Jervis, 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.
Thursday
9:00 pm
to
2:00 am
Open Jam Music Party/Drum Circle
with 6th Degree Music Party
Ska, Jazz, and Musical Theater
Thornwood Ale House
665 Commerce Sreet
Thornwood, NY   See Map
Come check out SixthDegree hosting a new musical extravaganza every thursday night starting at 10:00pm at the Thornwood Ale House (665 Commerce St. Thornwood, NY). There is no cover and we need YOU to help make the music happen. Swing by and hit a drum, strum a guitar or just kick back and enjoy the sounds!
Thursday
10:00 pm
to
3:00 am
WEAR YOUR UGLY SWEATER!!!
with DJ ILL BILL
Dance, Covers, and Pop/Soft Rock
River Station
Poughkeepsie,, NY   See Map
$2.00 Budlights $3.00 Well Shots $4.00 Well Drinks $5.00 SKITTLE BOMBS! 21+ ONLY!!
Friday, December 16
Friday
8:00 pm
ASK... and you shall receive!
with Marji Zintz, Mitch Katz, Trio Mio
Acoustic, Folk/Traditional, and Jazz. Originals, contemporary, Whatnot, etc.
Arts Society of Kingston
97 Broadway
Kingston, NY   See Map
Come hear the best of the Hudson Valley acoustic performers live, every third Friday of the month! Please join us at the Arts Society of Kingston for three sets of wonderful live music underneath the warm lighting of our main gallery. Light refreshments and wine are always served.


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Friday
9:00 pm
to
12:00 am
Break Time From Holiday Shopping!
with The Kurt Henry Band
Rock (progressive), Singer-Songwriter. kurtstuff
Babycakes Cafe
1-3 Collegeview Ave.
Poughkeepsie, NY   See Map
Come hear the dynamic coffee house version of our band with Kurt Henry on guitar, Cheryl Lambert singing harmony vocals and playing harmonica and percussion, Alan Groth on bass, and Eric Parker on drums. This is our first time at this venue. Come out and enjoy! Bring friends! See you there!
Friday
9:00 pm
to
12:00 am
SWING DANCE w/Jazz-Blues-Swing
with Saints of Swing, featuring Miss Rene Bailey
Swing/Jump, Big Band, Blues, and Motown/R&B. and lots of down-home DIXIELAND, GOSPEL & OLD-TIME ROCK!!
Pamela's on the Hudson
1 Park Place
Newburgh, NY   See Map
The Saints of Swing, featuring Dale DeMarco on Sax/Clarinet/Vocals, Mike Kull on piano, David Winograd on upright bass & tuba, Gene Randolph on drums, and the phenomenal MISS RENE BAILEY on vocals at PAMELA'S ON THE HUDSON, a wonderful restaurant in Newburgh. Come and eat, drink, DANCE, and listen! Great fun! Swing, Jazz, Dixie, Motown, Rock 'N' Roll, Latin, Gospel. Come join us! & GET REAL HAPPY!
Call Pamela's at (845)562-4505 for MORE INFO!
Friday
6:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Evocative Jass, Exotic Lounge
with Studio Stu
Jazz, Alternative, and Contemporary
Vigneto's Cafe
80 Vineyard Avenue
Highland, NY   See Map
This is a new venue in town...Highland, that is. Vigneto's Cafe is a wonderful, intimate, restaurant and bar, serving up incredible, home-style, ethnically rich Italian food.

And this Friday, I'll be swinging the joint, croonin' the tunes you love to hear...from Sinatra to The Doors, MIchael Jackson to Peggy Lee, The Kinks to Monk...

This is gonna be a swell night so, grab yer guy or gal or both, and come on down for a really good time. Ya know what I'm sayin'?


Check out da joint...
Friday
6:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Acoustic Duo - Classic Rock
with Cassandra Lee
Acoustic, Rock (classic)
Victory Lane
8 Sanitorium Lane
Otisville, NY   See Map
Come enjoy the Christmas party at Victory Lane! Listen to great classic rock songs - Rolling Stones, Doobie Brothers, Heart, Bad Company, Aerosmith.. and much much more!
Friday
7:00 pm
A Candlelight Christmas Concert
with Mary Mancini & Mario Tacca, The Victor Lionti String Quartet
Classical/Opera, Contemporary, and Christian. Holiday
Church of the Assumption
920 First Street
Peekskill, NY   See Map
Featuring Internationally Acclaimed Vocal Artist MARY MANCINI; World Renowned Accordion Virtuoso MARIO TACCA; with The Victor Lionti String Quartet.

Light refreshments will be served in the hall beneath the church.

Tickets: Adults $15; Seniors $13; Under 17 $7
Friday
7:00 pm
to
11:00 pm
Poughkeepsie Exempt Firemen's Association
with Matt Jordan with The Harvest Duo
Dance, Rock (classic), and Motown/R&B
Exempt Firemens Association
200 Mansion Street
Poughkeepsie, NY   See Map
Join Matt Jordan with The Harvest Duo at Poughkeepsie Exempt Firemen's Association featuring great music from all genres including contemporary hits, dance favorites, classic rock, motown, oldies, country and everything in between ! This is a members and guests only event.
Call for info: 845-454-2775
Friday
7:00 pm
to
10:00 pm
Coffee & Jam @ HW Coffee Co.
with Eddie Fingerhut
Singer-Songwriter, Alternative, and Rock (classic)
HW Coffee Co.
235 Main St.
Cairo, NY   See Map
Join Eddie For a rockin' open mic and evening of great acoustic music at HW Coffee in Cairo, NY. (in Slater's Plaza). This is a fantastic place for an intimate evening out. Great coffee, sandwiches & other assorted goodies Hope to see you there.

Just bring your guitar or whatever - PA provided.
Eddie @ Reverbnation
Friday
7:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Chamber Jazz at Mezzaluna
with The Allen Murphy Trio
Jazz
Cafe Mezzaluna Bistro Latino & Gallery
626 Route 212
Saugerties , NY   See Map
Friday
7:30 pm
to
10:30 pm
Richie Goods and Nuclear Fusion
with Richie Goods (electric bass), Tom Guarna (guitar), Jeff Pittson (keyboard), Lionel Cordew (drums)
Jazz
BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY   See Map
The youngest person ever inducted into the Pittsburgh Jazz Hall of Fame, bassist Richie Goods got an early start playing at clubs while still attending the Pittsburgh performing arts high school.

After graduating from the prestigious jazz program at Berklee College of Music, Goods moved to New York City, where he studied under jazz luminaries Ron Carter and Ray Brown.

Goods made a name for himself through recording and touring with a variety of jazz and popular artists ranging from Louis Hayes and the Cannonball Adderley Legacy Band, Mulgrew Miller, Milt Jackson, to Brian McKnight, DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince, Whitney Houston, and Christina Aguilera.

Goods' lengthy discography includes Grammy award-winning and platinum albums of Alicia Keys and Common. Most recently, Goods has become the bass player for the world-famous Headhunters and The Lenny White band. His latest project is his debut album with his Fusion/Funk band, Nuclear Fusion, recorded live at NYC's Zinc Bar.
Admission: $10
Friday
7:30 pm
to
1:00 am
HOLIDAY PARTY
with SETTIN THE RECORD STRAIGHT
Motown/R&B, Rock (modern), and Dance
TAORMINA'S 2
59 HUDSON ST
PEEKSKILL, NY   See Map
BAND FEATURING THE VOCALS OF ANN MOUNTY AND DARIA HOWARD, HOWLIN MARTY ON HARMONICA, JOE POTTS, VOCALS AND GUITAR, COLORFUL KENNY ON BASS AND GANNETT REIS ON DRUMS.
Friday
8:00 pm
to
12:00 pm
HOLIDAY DANCE PARTY WITH STRS
with SETTIN THE RECORD STRAIGHT
Rock (modern), Motown/R&B, and Rock (progressive)
TAORMINA 2 RESTAURANT
59 HUDSON ST
PEEKSKILL, NY   See Map
Fronted by 2 female singers, playing everything from Adele, Pink, Lady Gaga to Train to Maroon Five covering classic rock and blues to motown and top forty. The amazin harmonica solo's of Howlin Marty Stole, tasty guitar licks from Mike Bereznak, soul full vocals of Joe Potts, and the kickin rhythm section of Colorful Kenny and Gannett Reis....will keep you partying all night....
Friday
8:00 pm
to
10:00 pm
Joe Duraes
Blues, Rock (modern)
the Peekskill Coffee House
101 South Division St.
Peekskill, NY   See Map
Friday
8:00 pm
to
11:00 pm
Live Music Friday Night!
with John Gatti Band
Jazz, Swing/Jump, Big Band
Windsor Grille Live Music Fridays
425 East Rt. 59
Nanuet, NY   See Map
Enjoy an evening of live music by John Gatti Band. Jazz, Big Band & Swing. Enjoy dinner before or during the show. Restaurant opens at 5pm music starts at 8:00pm. Call for dinner reservations today! (845) 623-6000
Friday
8:00 pm
A Very Slambovian Christmas
with Gandalf Murphy AKA The Grand Slambovians
Americana, Roots Music. Traditional Holiday Tunes with a Twist
The Emelin Theatre
153 Library Lane
Mamaroneck, NY   See Map
Get your Cheer On! Retro-Americana Holiday Tunes with Gandalf Murphy's legendary Slambovian Twist! Immersive Show for Christmas Fans! Call For Tickets: 914-698-0098
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Friday
9:00 pm
New night for music at Coco's!!
with MADD DOG
Rock (classic)
Coco's Pasta and Grille
Rte 9
Hyde Park, NY   See Map

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Friday
9:00 pm
to
12:00 pm

Blues, Rock (classic), and Motown/R&B
New World Home Cooking
Rt.212
Saugerties, NY   See Map
Fat City playing New Orleans funk, blues , Motown and rock favorites. When your looking to get out and have some fun, come on out and catch us and get ready to shake your hips and move your feet.
Friday
9:00 pm
to
12:00 pm
Phelonius Phunk
with Phelonious Phunk, Danny Louis, Machan, Charlie Kniceley
Motown/R&B, Dance, and Covers. Funk and fun
High Falls Cafe
Rt 213
High Falls, NY   See Map
Phunk-upy High Falls Cafe Holiday Blow out! Machan vocals/guitar Danny Louis-keys/vocals Randy Ciarlante-drums Charlie Kniceley-bass Steve Elson-sax Pam Fleming-trpt
venue
Friday
9:00 pm
to
12:00 am
The Karma Dogs
Rock (classic), Blues
Billy Bobs BBQ (former Dutch Cabin)
Farimont Av
Poughkeepsie, NY   See Map
End the week with some Rockin Blues and Vintage 60's & 70's Rock. Clapton, Gary Moore, Stones, Hendrix, Bowie, Lou Reed,Doors, you get the picture. Great People Food And Music. See Ya At The Show!!!
Friday
9:30 pm
to
12:30 am
Rock on!
with The Geoff Hartwell Band
Rock (classic), Blues
12 Grapes Music & Wine Bar
12 North Division Street
Peekskill, NY   See Map
Led by one of the area's top slide guitarists, The Geoff Hartwell Band opened for Gregg Allman at the Paramount last summer. Geoff often performs with rock icons such as Sonny Landreth, Tab Benoit and John Hammond and does frequent tours with guitarist Andy Aledort and Grammy winner and drummer Yonrico Scott. Slide guitar legend Sonny Landreth also performed on Geoff's recently released CD, "Hate to See You Go".

Tonight, Geoff is joined by band members Cary Brown on keys and Mike Wise on bass, along with Mike Bram on drums. We're excited to welcome the GHB back to 12 Grapes.

**$5 Entertainment Fee for all, including diners**
Check out the band: youtube.com/12grapesmusic
Friday
9:30 pm
4 Guys in 2011
with Four Guys in Disguise
Rock (classic), Country, and Comedic. Wild Times!
Hyde Park Brewing Company
4076 Albany Post Road
Hyde Park, NY   See Map
Come and enjoy the annual Christmas Partay starring SANTA!!! a fantastic evening combining one of the greatest Breweries around and one of the greatest Bands around: The Hyde Park Brewing Company and Four Guys in Disguise! Classic Rock, Blues, Dancing, Sinatra, Zappa; you name it, it'll happen!
Friday
10:00 pm
to
12:30 am
Friday Night Music
with Fat City
Blues, Motown/R&B. FUNK
New World Home Cooking
1411 Rt 212
Saugerties, NY   See Map
New Orleans funk/blues/R&B
Friday
10:00 pm
to
2:00 am
The Cocktails Annual Christmas Show -- Rockin' Rudolf!
with The Lifesize Gorgeous Cocktails
Rock (classic)
The Sunset House
137 N. Water St.
Peekskill, NY   See Map
Our bi-monthly blowout at Sue's Sunset House, with special guests, dancers, mischief, and general misbehavior.
Friday
10:00 pm
to
2:00 am
Karaoke Night No Cover
with Karaoke with Derek from NightStar DJ
Dance, Motown/R&B
Thornwood Ale House
665 Commerce Sreet
Thornwood, NY   See Map
Come out and sing and dance! Drink specials all night long
Friday
10:00 pm
to
1:00 am
Recovery Theory Live at Pete's Saloon
Covers, Contemporary, and Dance
Petes Saloon
8 West Main Street
Elmsford, NY   See Map
The hottest, most diverse cover band in the Hudson valley returns to Pete's Saloon in Elmsford for a night of great music!
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Saturday, December 17
Saturday
7:00 pm
to
10:00 pm
Acoustic Medicine Show
with Helen Avakian, Joe Tobin
Acoustic, Singer-Songwriter
Elmendorph Inn
7592 North Broadway Red Hook, NY 12571-1458
Redhook, NY   See Map
Featuring Dan Whitener, Pat Linnan, Louis Monroe, and me. Emphasis is on singer/songwriters in a historic Hudson Valley venue. This will be video recorded. Please come join me on youtube! : ) (845) 758-0277
Saturday
1:00 pm
to
3:00 pm
Rupert Wates
Acoustic, Folk/Traditional
Taste Budd's Chocolate and Coffe Cafe
40 West Market Street
Red Hook, NY   See Map
Rupert Wates was born in London. He has been a full time songwriter since 1992 when he signed an exclusive deal with Eaton Music Publishing. He has written songs in all kinds of styles for all kinds of artists. Moving to Paris in 2001, he developed his skills as a singer and performer and formed his own group.Since September 2006, Rupert has been based in the USA. His music has found a warm reception in America and in 2007 alone he has been nominated eight times for songwriting awards. Strong melodies, memorable lyrics, nuanced and real emotion - these are the hallmarks of Rupert Wates' music.
Saturday
7:00 pm
Seasonal Songs
with Finley and Pagdon
Acoustic Contemporary Folk, vocals and guitars
Cafe Mezzaluna
Route 212, Saugerties, NY   See Map
Saturday
7:00 pm
Live at the Library
with Woodstock Renaissance
Woodstock Public Library
5 Library Lane
Woodstock, NY   See Map
Woodstock Renaissance, a six-voice a cappella vocal ensemble specializing in early and traditional music, will be singing as part of the “Live at the Library” music series. The concert will include Gregorian chant, sacred motets, Medieval songs, Renaissance madrigals, and traditional songs from Europe and the British Isles, including our much-requested version of The Holly and the Ivy.

Woodstock Renaissance: Craig Balmer, Miriam Berg, Alan McKnight, Julie Parisi Kirby, Susan Phillips, Kate West
Saturday
7:00 pm
Benefit for Olive Food Pantry...
with Ben Rounds Band
Americana, Country, and Dance
Ange's
5097 State Route 213
Olivebridge, NY   See Map
'Tis the season... so, let's have a party!

In the Olive community's spirit of giving, we invite you to bring nonperishable canned or boxed goods that are in date to help the food pantry help our neighbors in need. Think soups, cereal, pasta, baby food, etc.

Visit with friends by the fireplace, enjoy some of Ange's delicious food, and dance to music by the Ben Rounds Band.

Share the love!
Saturday
7:00 pm
to
10:00 pm
The Acoustic Medicine Variety Show
Acoustic
The Historic Elmendorph Inn
7562 North Broadway (Route 9)
Red Hook, NY   See Map
Featuring artist- Helen Avakian, Dan Whitener, Pat Linnan, Louis Munroe.
Directions
Saturday
7:00 pm
to
11:00 pm
Young Musicians of The Hudson VAlley
with The Knox Sisters, Dead End, Olsen Court, The Flaming Meatballs
Rock (modern)
Howland Cultural Center
477 Main
Beacon, NY   See Map
Avalon Archives and The Howland present

Young Musicians of The Hudson VAlley

$5
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Saturday
7:30 pm
to
10:30 pm
A Very Gyspy Christmas - CD Release Party!
with Doug Munro (guitar), Ernie Pugliese (guitar), Michael Goetz (bass), Howie Bujese (violin)
Jazz
BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY   See Map
Jazz guitar virtuoso Doug Munro invites you to his CD Release Party!

Doug has an insatiable appetite for all things jazz. On his latest CD, "A Very Gypsy Christmas" he demonstrates his long standing love affair with the music of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Greppelli with 15 of the swingingest Gypsy Jazz versions of Christmas favorites you’ve ever heard. These are not the same old tired versions of traditional Christmas songs but brand new, reworked arrangements. Each track is a musical event unto itself.

Doug Munro is a critically acclaimed jazz guitarist. He has received two Grammy nominations and two NAIRD awards.

Admission $10.
Saturday
7:30 pm
to
10:00 pm
Folk Guild Presents Phil Miller and Betty Altman
Singer-Songwriter, Folk/Traditional
Unitarian Fellowship
67 South Randolph Avenue
Poughkeepsie, NY   See Map
The Poughkeepsie Chapter of the Hudson Valley Folk Guild continues its 2011-2012 coffee house series on Saturday, December 17, 2011, at the Unitarian Fellowship, South Randolph Ave., Poughkeepsie. The coffeehouse performances start at 7:30 pm with an open-mic format followed by featured performers, Phil Miller and Betty Altman.

A performance by Phil Miller and Betty Altman starts with deep roots in tradition of the singer-songwriter. To those roots add musical versatility and contemporary themes. You end up with a unique sound that combines Betty’s breathtaking vocals with Phil’s instrumental dexterity on guitar. Their repertoire features their own compositions as well as songs by traditional and contemporary artists. Their easy manner on stage encourages audience participation, and contributes to very entertaining performances.

Admission to the coffeehouse is $6, general admission and $5 for Folk Guild members and seniors. For more info, 845-229-0170 or hvfolks@aol.com
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Saturday
8:00 pm
to
10:00 pm
Skin Against Metal
Latin, Jazz
the Peekskill Coffee House
101 South Division St.
Peekskill, NY   See Map
Saturday
8:00 pm
to
11:00 pm
Holiday Blues
with Keith Newman
Acoustic
Aroma Thyme Bistro
165 Canal St
Ellenville, NY   See Map
Holidays got you down? Join Keith Newman on a bluesy evening of classic and not so classic but timeless tunes to get you into the holiday spirit... or not!
Saturday
8:00 pm
to
10:00 pm
Holiday Classical Concert
Classical/Opera
Unison Art Center
68 Mountain Rest Rd
New Paltz, NY   See Map
Jim Bacon (guitar), Sheila Hamilton (flute) and Sarah Williams (soprano vocals) return to Unison for what has become a favorite holiday tradition. Jim Bacon's virtuosity on classical guitar, the elegant versatility of Sheila Hamilton's flute and Sarah Williams' soaring operatic range provide a delightful, festive way to celebrate the season with traditional and not-so-traditional holiday music.
For tickets, call 845-255-1559, M-F,10am-4pm.
Saturday
8:00 pm
to
11:00 pm
Longest Night Winter Solstice Musical Celebration
with Aleah Long & En Full Circle, Yaniyah Pearson, Ubaka Hill, Moose Alexander
Alternative, New Age, and Musical Theater
BSP Backstage Studio Productions
323 Wall Street
Kingston, NY   See Map
Aleah Long, a vibrant and visionary singer-songwriter and world beat recording artist, presents the fifth musical concert in her “Earth Changes” series: The Longest Night. Aleah’s music, described as transformational new-age soul music with a funky groove and Afro-AmerIndian rhythms, offers a joyful and communal experience, inviting you to celebrate our connection to the Earth as we enter into the inner light of the winter season. En Full Circle is a multi-cultural ensemble of talented musicians from the Hudson Valley, including Ubaka Hill, Yaniyah Pearson, Matt (Moose) Scott Alexander, Avinash Jeff Barnes and other special. Tickets can be purchased at the door for $15.00. For more information, call 337-8700 or (845) 401-5636. Bring your percussion instruments for the drum jam.
tickets are $, can be purchased at the door
Saturday
8:00 pm
to
9:30 pm
Broadway Comes To Wurtsboro
with Sue & Edd’s FABULOUS Christmas Show, Sarah Rice, Sue Matsuki, Edd Clark, Paul Stephan, Piano
Jazz, Musical Theater, and Cabaret
Community Church of Wurtsboro
134 Sullivan St
Wurtsboro, NY   See Map
Break out the hot toddies, hot chocolate, and Christmas cookies!

Get in the holiday mood with Sue & Edd’s FABULOUS Christmas Show. This is our sixth year doing the show, and we're excited to be doing a performance in Wurtsboro. There'll be some old favorites, some new takes on holiday classics, and some great new songs by composers Nick Levin, and Warren Boutros. Don't miss our special guest, Sarah Rice. See you there!

Songs are performed mostly without microphones.

Delicious home-baked goodies are a special treat at intermission!

Seating is limited, so reserve your tickets early for this exciting event.

Tickets can be obtained at the door before the performance.

For information and reservations, call 845 888-2798.
Broadway Concerts Direct
Saturday
8:30 pm
to
11:30 pm
The Christine Spero Duo
Pop/Soft Rock, Latin, and Jazz. Brazilian and holiday songs
The Last Chance Tavern
Main Street
Tannersville, NY   See Map
Saturday
9:00 pm
New night!!
with MADD DOG
Rock (classic)
Redline Saloon
5739 Albany Post Rd
Cortlandt Manor, NY   See Map

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Saturday
9:30 pm
to
12:30 am
Motown, Funk, Latin, Swing
with Steve Wexler & the Top Shelf
Motown, Funk, Latin, Swing
12 Grapes Music & Wine Bar
12 North Division Street
Peekskill, NY   See Map
An amazing 10-piece band, powered by original arrangements and a truly remarkable lineup of professional musicians. With Steve Wexler (bass), award-winning vocalists Russ Velazquez & Edlene Hart, 5-time Grammy Nominee Jon Cobert (keys and vocals), Peter Calo (guitar), Louise Baranger (trumpet/piccolo trumpet), Chris Pasin (trumpet), Joe Meo (tenor sax, piccolo), Mark Fineberg (alto, bari sax) and Roger Post (drums). The members of this band are truly "Top Shelf" having performed with The Temptations, The Tonight Show Orchestra, Al Green, Jackson Browne, Larry Harlow, Bruce Springsteen & Carly Simon to name a few. The singers are Broadway, B.B. King's and Apollo Theater veterans. Steve Wexler is an award-winning arranger who's performed on and off Broadway.

The band will be debuting some new material, and some special guests will be sitting in, including guitarist Chris Fox and vocalist Maria Clair.

**$15 Entertainment Fee/$10 with dinner entree**
Listen to their music... click here.
Saturday
10:00 pm
to
2:00 am
Xmas Party!!
with Far Beyond Gone
Alternative, Rock (modern), and Dance
Hot Shotz
8 42 Nd St
Kerhonkson, NY   See Map
Saturday
10:00 pm
to
2:00 am
The Rambler's Rest Beekmen
with INFUSION
Dance, Motown/R&B, and Covers
Ramblers Rest Beekman
2578 Rt 55
Poughquag, NY   See Map
Join the Infuson band at Rambler's Rest Beekman Dance and Party with tunes from Motown, Classic Rock, 70' disco to the dance hits of the 90's Lady gaga Beyounce and lots of other top hits Don't miss this one.........
Rambler's Rest Beekman
Sunday, December 18
Sunday
11:00 am
Music & Sunday Brunch
with Byron Utley
Acoustic, Americana. Standards, Show tunes, Broadway
Ange's
5097 State Route 213
Olivebridge, NY   See Map
Come to Ange's and treat yourself and your loved ones and friends to a local treasure! Byron Utley is a world class performer and as beautiful a vocalist as you will ever hear, and he fills the space with the sweet sounds of his voice. Byron is truly a local treasure, and when this catches on you may not be able to get a seat! Say you were there!

Delicious food, beautiful music. Don't miss it.
Sunday
12:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
KIDS OPEN MIC-STARTING ON SUNDAY'S, SO ALL YOU YOUNG MUSICIANS ,BANDS, COME ON OUT AND ENJOY A GREAT OF MUSIC, MEET OTHER MUSICIANS
Blues, Rock (classic)
Brian's Backyard BBQ
1665 RTE 211 EAST
Middletown, NY   See Map
SUNDAY'S IS OPEN MIC - FOR ALL YOU YOUNG MUSICIANS -BANDS ARE WELCOME COME OUT AND PERFORM ON ONE OF THE BEST STAGES IN THE TRI-STATE AREA CALL 845-692-3227
Sunday
1:00 pm
to
3:00 pm
Grass Fed
Acoustic, Bluegrass
Taste Budd's Cafe
40 West Market Street
Red Hook, NY   See Map
Born from a bluegrass jam in Rhinebeck NY in the winter of 2007 Grass Fed is a five piece band performing at Hudson Valley venues. Playing traditional bluegrass tunes as well as originals, Grass Fed is sharing an old sound with new ideas that local audiences are loving.

Sunday
1:00 pm
to
2:30 pm
Solstice Concert at Music at the Movies
with Baird Hersey & Prana
World. Overtone Singing Choir
Tinker Street Cinema
132 Tinker St (Route 212)
Woodstock, NY   See Map
Come join Prana at this special Solstice concert, and take a pause in the busy Holiday Season for an for an afternoon of beatiful music.
Gen. Adm.: $15 / $12 Upstate Films Members
Sunday
1:00 pm
to
4:00 pm
Going back in time!!!!
with The "Original" Four Guys IN Disguise
Acoustic, Rock (classic), and Americana
R and Bs
Franklin St,
Millbrook, NY   See Map
Do you want to feel 20 years younger? Come to R and Bs in Millbrook to see how the craze began, here stories and facts you've never heard about one of the most beloved bands that ever graced the Hudson Valley. Their banter between songs is as hilarious as it ever was, Vito, Greg, Joe and John, the "Original" 4 Guys In Disguise! If you're looking for a restful lazy listening afternoon of wonderful acoustic music, do yourself a favor and c'mon out.
Sunday
3:00 pm
Highlights from the Footlights:Hurricane Irene Fundraiser
Musical Theater, Cabaret
The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck
661 Route 308
Rhinebeck, NY   See Map
The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck suffered catastrophic flooding as a result of Hurricane Irene. Join us for this special performance of your favorite songs, by your favorite performers and assist us in Keeping the Dream Alive! (845) 876-3080. www.centerforperformingarts.org
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Sunday
3:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
1st Annual Christmas Party and Potluck
with Olde News
Rock (classic), Covers, and Country. Bandoke
The Niverville Pub
105 Parker Hall Road
Niverville, NY   See Map
Description Looking to get into the holiday spirit? Then come on out to THE roadhouse in Columbia County, the Niverville Pub, for their 1st Annual Christmas Party and Potluck!

The historic Niverville Pub is fast approaching its 150th anniversary, and if you’ve ever been there, its longevity comes as no surprise. With a friendly atmosphere and staff, cold drinks ever-present, and a real cast of characters (Pub Scouts!), the Niverville Pub is once again finding itself as THE place to be for a good time and live music!

And what’s a good Christmas party without live music? Music and entertainment will be performed by the Olde News Band, another Columbia County favorite! Renowned for their diverse selection of Classic Rock (try as you might you won’t find a more varied setlist!), top-quality musicianship, and celebrated crowd interaction, it’s not surprising that ONB is considered one of the best in the area!
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Sunday
5:00 pm
to
8:00 pm
FIVE POINTS BAND
Rock (classic), Blues
Brian's Backyard BBQ
1665 RTE 211 EAST
Middletown, NY   See Map
Rock ‘n’ roll is about facing your demons; it is scary work and I wanna go to battle with the Five Points Band on my side. This record gets inside ya and makes ya feel good. Rock on Five Points Band.” -Flea (Red Hot Chili Peppers) Elmore Magazine Read all of Flea’s Review

“Saw the most excellent Five Points Band in Woodstock tonight. I’ll sum it up. Most bands try to be what these guys are without trying! The real deal. One of my absolutely favorite bands.” -Popa Chubby

“Imagine if Tom Waits, Johnny Cash and Robert Johnson were doing shots of moonshine in a some backwater shack in the bayou writing songs and playing music for weeks on end – that is The Five Points Band” -rocketChips last.fm

“…epic punkabilly slide guitar – like a combo of Tom Waits, Velvet Underground, and the Stones.” -Roll Magazine

“They’re a lot of fun, a somewhat bizarrely satirical, funny bluespunk band with good chops and good energy.” -Lucid Culture

NO COVER !!!!!!!!!!!
Sunday
6:00 pm
to
9:00 pm
Private Christmas Party (Cornwall Lions Club)
with HURLEY MOUNTAIN HIGHWAY!
Pop/Soft Rock, Rock (classic)
Mountainville Manor
Mountainville (New Windsor), NY   See Map
Sunday
6:30 pm
to
9:00 pm
Acoustic Funk / Organic Pop
with WeMustBe
Acoustic, Singer-Songwriter
12 Grapes Music & Wine Bar
12 North Division Street
Peekskill, NY   See Map
The first time they performed here, we were blown away. We play their CD on our house stereo, and people constantly ask us who they are. We must be falling in love with WeMustBe.

Singer Christine Dominguez co-authored this year's Grammy nominated hit song "Airplanes" by B.o.B and is collaborating with artists and producers in the Hip Hop/Urban community where her distinct and soulful vocals are in demand. T. Xiques started gigging as a drummer at age 15 and tours across the US, Canada, Europe and Malaysia with artists like Savoy Brown, Dr.Know and Daryl Jenifer (Bad Brains), Colin Hay and Brother, among others.

They call their sound "Organic Pop", a sound they created with their soulful vocals and an assortment of instruments, from piano and acoustic guitar to 5-string bass and cajon drum. We're really looking forward to the return of WeMustBe.

**Free Admission**
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Sunday
7:00 pm
to
9:30 pm
Howland presents
with Aviva & Dan
Acoustic, World, and Middle Eastern
Howland Cultural Center
477 Main
Beacon, NY   See Map
Aviva & Dan perform an electrifying musical mix combining rich & lustrous operatic vocals & flamenco guitar, creating a unique repertoire that spans the medieval to modern, classical to tango. They explore music from Spain, Israel, Argentina and France, as well as the melancholic romances of the Sephardim (the exiled Jews of Spain.)

With their signature concert program, Beyond Carmen, Beacon resident & award winning, globally acclaimed mezzo-soprano Audrey Aviva Babcock & internationally recognized guitarist Dan Nadel immerse the audience with the music & passions that still swirl around Bizet’s fiery gypsy temptress.
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Monday, December 19
Monday
8:00 pm
to
11:00 pm
MONDAY NIGHT SERIES CONCERTS
with THE LINDSEY WEBSTER BIG ASS BAND
Motown/R&B, Blues, and Jazz
HELSINKI HUDSON
405 Columbia St.
Hudson, NY   See Map
Come check out the 9 Piece Lindsey Webster Big Ass Band rock out Helsinki Hudson. Amazing venue with awesome food and great drinks. No Cover!
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Tuesday, December 20
Tuesday
7:00 pm
to
10:00 pm
Blues Party
with Big Joe Fitz
Blues, Dance, and Jazz
High Falls Cafe
Route 213
High Falls, NY   See Map
Great food and drink, great music and dancing.. And as always...never a cover charge

In the spirit of the season however we will be taking a collection for the benefit of The Washbourne House, Family of Woodstock's Domestic Violence Shelter. We hope that you will come. We know that you'll be generous.

Big Joe's Blues Party The Best Tuesday Night Party anywhere,,,anytime...Guaranteed!

Big Joe Fitz & The Lo-Fi's Mark Dziuba: guitar, Robert Bard: bass, Tim Whalen : drums & vox
Wednesday, December 21
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