Located in the Artists District in Peekskill, just 45 minutes north of NYC, The BeanRunner Café, is a celebration of food, family, music and art. The menu is eclectic and funky, ranging from humus or Caribbean chicken sandwiches to fruit smoothies, specialty soups and desserts. The cafe also serves fine wines and beers. The Cafe includes a performance stage, art gallery, lounge area, dining room, and outdoor patio. It also has a special Kids Room adjacent to the main dining area.Featuring major Jazz, Blues, Rock, Reggae, Acoustic and Classical musicians, the BeanRunner has become a gathering place for art & music lovers and for artists and musicians to meet, listen and perform in a casual and comfortable setting. Features have included jazz greats Clifton Anderson, Bertha Hope, Premik Russell Tubbs, Tadataka Uno, Craig Haynes, Burton Greene, Ed Schuller; Classical Rock Violinist Daisy Jopling; Peter Calo, Rob Morsberger, and many others. The nights are full of surprise guests who add to the music festivities. For information, call the BeanRunner Café at (914) 737-1701 or e-mail rtedb@optonline.net. The BeanRunner Café is located at 201 S. Division Street @ Esther, Peekskill, NY. Log onto www.beanrunnercafe.com for directions and the BeanRunner menu which is available before and throughout the performance. The BeanRunner Café is located at 201 S Division Street @ Esther in Peekskill NY. The BeanRunner Café and Gallery hours are: Tues-Thurs, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Fri-Sat, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. & Sun 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. For information, call (914) 737-1701 or email drew.claxton@outlook.com Website: www.beanrunnercafe.com
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October 3
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9:00 pm | Salsa Night!
with Pablito y su Latin Band
Latin | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Inspired by the rhythms of Latin music, Pablito y su Latin Band rocks Salsa, Son, Rumba, Cubano, Cumbia, Bomba, Plena, as well as Merengue, and will have you up and dancing all night long.
$20 adm. For reservations, call 914-737-1701
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Saturday
October 4
6:00 pm
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8:00 pm | George Nazos Trio
Jazz | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Award winning Guitarist and composer George (Giorgos/Georgios) Nazos from Athens Greece living in NYC has performed in Jazz clubs such as Blue Note, Appel Room Lincoln Center, Mezzrow Jazz Club, Jazz Forum, The Bar 55, Cornelia Street, Club Bonafide, Linda's Jazz Nights and many others.
He has an international career with performances in Festivals and clubs worldwide. His albums as a leader have been featured in radio stations around the world and have received extensive reviews from the press.
"Nazos moves through a gamut of expressions on his latest recording "Heat Song", weaving sublime sensations in the chord sequences integrated with improvised patterns" Susan Frances Jazz2love
"A fine work out from a real pro…Tasty work for those moments when only something really meaty will do, this is a snapshot of a real artist taking you behind the curtain. Hot." Chris Spector, Midwest Records
George will be joined by Gilad Ephrat on double bass and Joe Abba on drums.
$20 adm.
Call for reservations 914-737-1701. |
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October 5
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5:00 pm | Fred Gillen Jr.
Folk/Traditional | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Peekskill native, NYFA (New York Foundation For The Arts) grant recipient Fred Gillen Jr has released nine full-length albums, to great critical acclaim, and has toured all over the U.S. and Europe. His new album, "Canyon of Light" (2024) is his first full length album since 2019.
Fred's songs have been featured on ABC's "All My Children," NPR's "Car Talk," CMJ's New Music Marathon Sampler, and in 2012 his version of Woody Guthrie's "I Ain't Got No Home" was featured on "Pete Remembers Woody," a collection of Pete Seeger's spoken stories about Woody Guthrie. Like Guthrie, his songs often reflect the struggles of the marginalized and forgotten, shining a light on both the despair and hope in the human condition. His live performances are spontaneous celebrations of all that it is to be human, he encourages participation, and he works hard to eliminate the "fourth wall" between performer and audience.
Suggested donation to the musician - $15.
For reservations, call 914-737-1701. |
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Friday
October 10
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9:00 pm | Gerry Cruz Band
Motown/R&B, Latin | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Join Recording Artist, Vocalist & Percussionist, Gerry Cruz for an evening of DANCE, FUNK, SOUL, R&B, REGGAE, HIP HOP & LATIN SOUL.
Gerry Cruz brings his Neo SOULIFIED R&B and LATIN Swing band back to the Bean Runner Café. Signed to the Sony Music Latin label, Gerry released 2 albums as the premier lead vocalist behind the Salsa Pop group, F2F (Face 2 Face). His Soulful vocals and prolific percussion playing has led him to share the stage with such wonderful artists as Rachel Platten (Fight Song), Marc Anthony, Ruben Blades, La India, and Morris Day & the Time.
The Gerry Cruz band covers tunes from John Legend, Prince, Maxwell, Bob Marley, Stevie Wonder, D’Angelo, Meshell Ndegeocello, Santana, as well as their original compositions, just to name a few.
$20 adm. Call for reservations, 914-737-1701. |
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Saturday
October 11
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8:00 pm | Trioscope, Bryan Copeland on bass,, Bob Meyer on drums & cymbals,, and Eric Person on saxophones
Jazz | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Trioscope is a new jazz trio playing original, compositions and jazz standards from Monk, to Coltrane, to Miles and more.
$20 adm. Call for reservations at 914-737-1701.
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October 12
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5:00 pm | Route One (Mikal Federici & Anna Savchuk)
Acoustic, Singer-Songwriter | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Route One (Mikal Federici & Anna Savchuk) is a singer/songwriter duo formed in 2024, in Asheville, North Carolina. Following the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, the pair moved north, resettling in Warwick, N.Y. With scores of clever and catchy original music, along with handfuls of complementary covers, Route One touches on notes of folk, pop, rock and blues, combining the standard musical forms into a package that is all their own. Between sweet, mellifluous harmonies, shadowy minor-key pieces, or charging rock progressions, Route One explores the range of the American musical idiom, with lyrical content that does just the same. The clean, unburdened two-piece arrangement between Federici & Savchuk gives listeners a chance to connect with both the duo and the songs they deliver, making for intimate performances audiences are sure to remember.
Donations to the musicians are appreciated. Call for reservations, 914-737-1701. |
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Friday
October 17
7:00 pm
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9:00 pm | Latin Jazz with the Orchestra Pastrana!
with Tony Pastrana (timbales)
Latin, Jazz | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Coming to us straight from Puerto Rico, percussionist Tony Pastrana, the ultimate bandleader, brings us a host of smooth, high energy Latin grooves as Orchestra Pastrana plays Joey Pastrana's greatest hits.
Orchestra Pastrana includes Tony Pastrana (timbales), Brendan Tacon (bongos), Felix Cruz (congas), Gus Colon (trumpet), Mike Irwin (trumpet), David White (trombone), Michael Jake (piano), John Goldberg (bass), and Pablo Perez and Tony Francis (vocals).
Latin rhythms have been Tony's passion and work for more than 40 years and he has surrounded himself with talent that shares his joy of expression.
$20 admission.
For reservations, call 914-737-1701. Come early. Reservations held until start of show.
Great Food, Fine Wine & Beer. |
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Saturday
October 18
7:00 pm
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9:00 pm | Celebrate Ted's Born Day
with Anthem Band
Roots Music, Ska | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 It's the Anthem Band with its truly original sound that is creating a big wave throughout the USA. Anthem has played with international reggae artists, including: Sister Carol, Third World, Yellowman, Jimmy Cliff, Big Mountain, The Wailers Band, Burning Spear, Black Uhuru, Judy Mowatt, The Neville Bros, The Isley Brothers, Maxi Priest, Buju Banton, Capleton, Chacadimus and Pliers, John Holt, Ken Booth, Dennis Brown and Super Cat. Anthem has also been featured with Sister Carol on the Conan O'Brian show.
$20 pp donation to the musicians. Call for reservations, 914-737-1701, |
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October 24
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9:00 pm | Santa Barbara
Soul, Latin, and Jazz | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Santa Barbara was assembled by multi-instrumentalist, bandleader, and composer Johnny Youngblood. The electrifying ensemble features Chris DiFrancesco on tenor sax; bassist Steve Minervini; and drummer Chris Kaiser. Together they blend various styles of Latin, Blues, Funk, and Jazz music, serving up their own flavor of Fusion. Performing an array of original compositions with interpretations of jazz standards sprinkled in.
$20 adm. Call 914-737-1701 for reservations.
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Saturday
October 25
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8:00 pm | Wali Ali
Jazz, Blues | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S Division St
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 "A deliciously fluid guitar player who's walked the walk as well as talked the talk - masterfully showing he knows the music. This is just what you need when you want to hear some killer guitar. Hot stuff." Chris Spector, Midwest Record Entertainment
Wali Ali's music reflects the rhythm of funk and the cool of jazz. His sound combines the music of Miles and Trane with that of Hendrix and Santana, inviting the listener to explore new interpretations of classic melodies.
$20 admission. For reservations, call 914-737-1701.
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November 1
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8:00 pm | Laura Evans Ensemble
Jazz | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Laura Evans - pianist, vocalist, composer, and arranger - brings accomplished musicians to the stage to perform new jazz works. Known for her sultry vocals, mastery of the keyboard, inspired original songs, and unique arrangements, Evans delivers fresh interpretations of jazz classics and unique jazz arrangements of beloved tunes from a variety of decades and genres. Join her for a surprising, soul-warming show.
$20 adm. For reservations call 914-737-1701. |
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November 2
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5:00 pm | New Middle Class
Acoustic, Pop/Soft Rock | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Playfully serious, heartfelt and slightly bent middle class acoustic pop. The award-winning music of Barbara Borok (lead vocal) and songwriter Mike Borok (guitar/vocal) has been played on over 60 radio stations world-wide. They were grand prizewinners in the Music to Life song contest at the prestigious Kerrville Folk Festival and were featured in the Emerging Artists Showcase at the 2023 Falcon Ridge Folk Festival. Most recently, Mike won 1st place in the 2024 Music for Humanity Song Contest.
This is the release concert for their 5th album, Prehistoric (Volume 1).
"Great melodic songs, full of warmth, wit and truly delightful and surprising turns of phrase." - Fast Folk
"This classy duo clearly knows how to make a song work on all levels...It's easy to understand why these songs win awards." - SoundBytes
Donations to the musicans are greatly appreciated. |
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Friday
November 7
7:00 pm
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9:00 pm | The Carlos Jimenez Mambo Quintet
Latin | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Carlos Jimenez, is an extraordinary flute player and vocalist as well as composer and band leader of Jazz, Latin jazz and Salsa. His family moved to Villalba, Puerto Rico when he was 6 years old and it was there that his musical training began. Inspired by Mongo Santamaria, he pursued becoming a jazz flutist. He studied classical flute at the Music Conservatory of Westchester under Dave Fenucane and expanded into jazz, studying with master musicians Mario Rivera; Dave Valentin; Bobby Porcelli; Mitch Frohman; Vinnie Rickitelli; Rolando Briseno and Enrique Fernandez. He also studied harmony/voice with master pianist, Mike Longo, Alfredo Valdes Jr. and Hilton Ruiz.
Cárlos has recorded and performed with Hilton Ruiz, Hector Martignon, Edy Martinez, Barry Harris, Earl May, LeRoy Williams, Oscar Hernandez, Stephane Rongetz, Sonny Bravo, and Dave Valentin.
$20 adm. Call for reservations, 914-737-1701.
In case of bad weather, the show will be inside |
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Saturday
November 8
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8:00 pm | Philip Harper Quartet
Jazz | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 PHILIP HARPER studied at Hartt School of Music with Jackie McLean. At 18, he moved to New York where he started working and recording extensively, with musicians such as "Little" Jimmy Scott, Jimmy McGriff, Betty Carter, Etta Jones, Harry "Sweets" Edison, Bill Cosby and Cedar Walton.
Philip made several recordings with Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers and then formed a group with his brother, drummer Winard Harper. The Harper Brothers toured the world and made several successful albums for Polygram/Verve. Philip Harper has made over 50 recordings, both as leader – his solo albums "Soulful Sin" and "The Thirteenth Moon" on Muse Records - and as a sideman.
Philip has been living in both Europe and the USA, playing with the late Benny Golson & Cedar Walton, and has toured the globe as a member of the Mingus Big Band for more than 30 years. He is also a bandleader with the Philip Harper Quartet, Quintet and the PHAM Expression.
$20 adm. Call for reservations, 914-737-1701.
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November 9
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5:00 pm | Christopher Parkin in Concert
Singer-Songwriter, Pop/Soft Rock | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Chris Parkin is a 27-year-old singer-songwriter from Falmouth, Massachusetts who, in the fall of 2016, began converting his passion for music into a career. His repertoire (in addition to originals) encompasses classic rock, folk, country, pop, and contemporary piano as well. He blends the old-time sound and emotion of folk music with the dance-like rhythm and feel of the pop songs of today. Some of his biggest inspirations include Ed Sheeran and Bruno Mars, whom he considers to be some of the best songwriters/live performers of his generation. I'm also a huge fan of Elton John, Sting, and Five for Fighting. His ultimate goal is to share his original music with the world, and he is currently writing his second Extended Play (EP), which he plans on releasing next year!
Donations to the musicians are greatly appreciated.
Listen to Chris Parkin here! |
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November 14
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9:00 pm | An Evening of R&B Soul Music and Originals
with Shorty-Rosa and Billy Badd
Soul | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 An Old Soul Review Night with Shorty-Rosa & Billy-Badd for a true R&B Experience.
"Billy" aka Billy Badd, the fearless leader of the Hudson Valley's #1 R&B band "Base Camp" is a musician, singer, songwriter, producer & studio engineer who writes his own music and has recorded several CDs. He is currently on a mission to share his works. Billy Badd has been in the music industry for over 40 years.
$20 adm. Call for reservations, 914-737-1701. |
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November 15
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8:00 pm | The Hudson Calls
with Matt Garrison (sax), Alex Smith (organ), Joe Abba (drums and cymbals)
Jazz | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Matt Garrison's newest project band, "The Hudson Calls," showcases a unique dedication and tribute to various river towns and features of the Hudson Valley. Each song projects a distinctive musical style ranging from jazz to folk to ska, and the colors and textures were carefully curated and divided within the instrumentation of each piece.
Saxophonist Matt Garrison fervently pursues the art-form of jazz with confidence, lyricism, and a tonality suffused in warmth.
Garrison graduated from The Purchase Conservatory of Music and has gigged or recorded with players of note--the late Dennis Irwin, Pete Malinverni, Adam Nussbaum, Eliot Zigmund, Sam Yahel, Jeff Hirshfield, Jon Cowherd, Andy Laverne - and was once in a band with trumpeter great, Ray Vega.
$20 adm. Call for reservations, 914-737-1701.
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November 21
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9:00 pm | Esther St LIVE!
with Ras Droppa & the Eazy Skanking Band - REGGAE!
Roots Music, Ska | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Ras Droppa is a passionate musician and consummate artist filled with energy and talent, poised to take on the world with his music.
Singing and playing the melodica in the streets of Jamaica as a child, Ras Droppa's early influences stemmed from his exposure to artists from his homeland, like Bob Marley, Aston "Family Man" Barrett, Garnet Silk, Sly Dunbar & Robbie Shakespeare and Roland Alphonso and the Skatalites.
He has toured worldwide and, with his custom Steinberger, has shared the stage with reggae artists such as Sugar Minott, Beres Hammond, The Congos, Chaka Demus & Pliers, Lucky Dube, Burning Spear, Aswad, Sly and Robbie, Jimmy Cliff, Yami Bolo, Dennis Brown, The Wailers, CCB Reggae All Stars, Leroy Sibbles, Junior Jazz, Anthony B, The Mighty Diamonds, Cocoa Tea, Half Pint and Sister Carol.
$20 adm. Call for reservations, 914-737-1701. |
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November 22
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8:00 pm | Jeff Barone Quartet
Jazz | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 NYC Guitarist Jeff Barone has developed a strong reputation with his recordings (Crazy Talk and Open Up) and live performances.
Jeff has worked with trumpeter Tom Harrell’s Quintet along with groups led by Bobby Caldwell, and Blue Note artist Reuben Wilson. He has performed at Carnegie Hall, Merkin Hall along with many festivals and concert halls throughout the United States. In addition, Jeff is active as a studio session guitarist and has worked on Broadway shows such as Dear Evan Hansen, Cats, and Wicked to name a few. In addition, he has worked and/or recorded with actor/singers such as Linda Lavin, Kathleen Turner, Joely Fischer, Al Martino and Lucie Arnaz.
Jeff was featured in Scott Yanow’s book entitled “The Great Jazz Guitarists: the Ultimate Guide"(Hal Leonard Publishing 2013) and was featured on the cover of Just Jazz Guitar Magazine.
$20 adm. Call for reservations, 914-737-1701. |
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November 23
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5:00 pm | Chihoe Hahn in Concert
Americana | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Chihoe Hahn is a Hudson Valley singer/songwriter in the Americana style. He often performs with his band, Los Chinese, which recently released its first EP available on all streaming platforms.
Donations to the musicians are appreciated.
Call for reservations, 914-737-1701. |
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Friday
November 28
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9:00 pm | Album Release, Sarah Cion, Ed Croft (bass), John Clay
Jazz | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 We Three C's, a trio comprised of Sarah Cion (piano), Ed Croft (bass), and John Clay (drums), is proud to present their first album, a collection of reharmonized and reimagined Christmas standards, entitled Hark the Herald Angels Swing.
Join the trio to see the world premiere of these arrangements. If you like what you hear, be the first to own a copy of this new release, which will be available for purchase. Start the holiday season off right, with a new twist on some classics!
$20 adm. Call for reservations, 914-737-1701. |
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November 29
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8:00 pm | Steve Frieder Band
Jazz | BeanRunner Cafe
201 S. Division Street @ Esther
Peekskill, NY See Map |
 Acclaimed saxophonist and composer Steve Frieder returns to the Bean Runner Cafe for a night of dynamic live jazz in the heart of Peekskill.
A versatile performer whose career spans jazz, funk, pop, and improvised music, Frieder has toured internationally with Boy George and Culture Club, performed the National Anthem at Citi Field for the New York Mets and at Madison Square Garden for St. John’s Basketball, and has recently released original works including Paul’s Promise and his latest EP series, Steve World Vol. 1 & 2.
Known for his soaring improvisations and deeply expressive sound, Frieder brings together world-class musicians for an evening of inspired music-making. Audiences can expect a mix of adventurous originals, groove-driven pieces, and fresh takes on jazz traditions - all in the intimate, welcoming setting of the BeanRunner Café.
$20 adm. Call for reservations at 914-737-1701.
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