Nov 07 Saturday
Punch Brothers, formed by mandolinist Chris Thile in 2006, is known for pushing the boundaries of acoustic music. In addition to Thile, the band currently comprises guitarist Chris Eldridge, bassist Paul Kowert, banjoist Noam Pikelny, and violinist Brittany Haas. Punch Brothers has garnered critical acclaim, including a Grammy for Best Folk Album for All Shore (2018). The Washington Post applauded them for taking "bluegrass to its next evolutionary stage, drawing equal inspiration from the brain and the heart."Over the past two decades, Punch Brothers has become a pioneer in modern string music, with albums like Antifogmatic (2010), Who's Feeling Young Now (2012), and The Phosphorescent Blues (2015) showcasing the group's genre-defying sound. Rolling Stone praised their work as "wild virtuosity used for more than just virtuosity," cementing their reputation as trailblazers in contemporary acoustic music. The band's most recent album, Hell on Church Street (2021), is a reimagining of, and homage to, the late bluegrass great Tony Rice's landmark solo album Church Street Blues.Most recently, Punch Brothers have been focused on the band's musical variety show, The Energy Curfew Music Hour. Season one is available on all podcast platforms, with season two exclusively out on Audible. Season one was nominated for a Webby Award in the Podcast: Features, Experimental & Innovation category; it also won Most Innovative Audio Experience, Best Live Podcast Recording, and Best Sound Design in the Listener's Choice category of the 2025 Signal Awards.The Unsung Adventures of Punch Brothers, the seventh album from the Grammy-winning band - and its first comprising all instrumental tunes as well as its first with fiddle player Brittany Haas, who joined the quintet in 2023 - is due July 24, 2026 on Nonesuch Records. The album features eight new original compositions by Punch Brothers as well as three traditional songs they have arranged.
Nov 12 Thursday
We gather once more at Drawing Board Brewing (36 Main St, Florence, MA) for a Song Share Session—a space where nonbinary, trans, and women singer-songwriters create, explore, and connect hosted by Jess Martin.
We begin at 7 PM with a community check-in, sharing our creative goals for the evening. Each participant will have 10 minutes to explore their work—whether that means playing a new song, refining lyrics, or seeking feedback. This is a space for generating and creating, nurturing and supporting—a moment to hold space for each other’s artistry and let our songs take flight.
Come as you are—whether to share, to listen, or to simply be in a room where music and community thrive. In a time when the world feels heavy, we carve out a space to lift each other up. Let’s sing in the spring together.
Nov 14 Saturday
From A Boy Named Sue to Ring of Fire to Rusty Cage, Johnny Folsom 4 is the ultimate tribute to the legendary Man in Black. While nobody really sounds like Johnny Cash, nobody sounds more like Johnny Cash than Johnny Folsom 4.Lead singer David Burney’s lilting southern baritone delivers Cash’s classic songs so well you may well wonder from time to time if Johnny himself is in the building.David Gresham fills the shoes of Luther and Carl Perkins on those classic guitar licks, while Randy Benefield (drums) and Steve Grothmann (bass) provide that hallmark, train-like rhythm the whole world knows and loves.
Nov 21 Saturday
Prepare to be transported back to the vibrant 1970s with the #1 booked American ABBA Tribute! Mamma Mania! brings the classic hits of one of pop music's most iconic groups to life. With their dazzling costumes, flawless harmonies, and captivating stage presence, this tribute captures the essence of ABBA’s unforgettable sound.From "Dancing Queen" to "Mamma Mia," fans will enjoy a night filled with nostalgia from a stellar cast of musicians! Performers include current or former touring members of: Mamma Mia - Official North American Tour, Marc Martel’s Queen Extravaganza, INXS, Britney Spears, Rob Thomas, The Weeknd and many more! Mamma Mania! pays homage to ABBA's legacy, celebrating the timeless melodies and uplifting lyrics that have charmed listeners for generations.Join us for an evening of music that showcases not only the incredible songs but also the joyful spirit of ABBA. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to their music, this tribute promises to be an unforgettable experience filled with energy, enthusiasm, and plenty of dancing. Don't miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary celebration of ABBA from some of New York’s finest!!
Praised as “the greatest songwriter on the planet,” by Sir Elton John, Rufus Wainwright joins Symphony New Hampshire for a special one-night-only engagement performing selections from his albums Rufus does Judy at Carnegie Hall and Want One, Want Two, and beyond. On the mark of its 20th anniversary this year,Wainwright’s Rufus Does Judy is undoubtedly one of the most sensational shows from his incredible career, an exhilarating and loving recreation of Judy Garland’s infamous 1961 comeback concert. Rufus Does Judy made its premiere at Carnegie Hall in 2006 and garnered Wainwright’s first Grammy® nomination for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album. Wainwright will curate a special selection of his favorite songs from the album. 2026 will be the last time he reprises this iconic show.
Dec 05 Saturday
The magic of the holiday season is back! Maestro Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra return to Jorgensen for their legendary Holiday Pops Concert. A cherished tradition, the special performance features the orchestra’s signature rendition of “Sleigh Ride,” alongside a masterful blend of timeless classics and contemporary seasonal arrangements. The festivities culminate in a grand finale featuring a guest appearance by Santa Claus, followed by the traditional Boston Pops Holiday Sing-a-long.
Dec 09 Wednesday
“The most exciting vocal group in a generation” -Songlines
Windborne’s album “To Warm the Winter Hearth” smashed records and became the 5th most-backed album crowdfunder of all time! Now Windborne is bringing a full show of their favorite songs of the season to stages around the country!
A joyful and heartfelt celebration of song, Windborne’s lush vocals and unique arrangements bring light to a dark time, as they draw on midwinter music from traditional, classical, and folk from the US, British isles and beyond. Unique from their typical show, the holiday spirit is accentuated with added instrumentation, from banjos and guitars, to Lithuanian Kanklės, and Irish bodhran.
“Subverting expectations and redefining the genre [of vocal music]… just absolutely phenomenal!” BBC
With Windborne as their guide across continents and centuries, audiences will be delighted by holiday stories, songs, and humor in an evening that is sure to become a holiday tradition for the whole family! Sing along with familiar favorites, enjoy new twists on old classics or sit back and enjoy discovering new favorites, but make sure you don’t miss Windborne’s Music of Midwinter!
"Sublime and superb... [Windborne] exhausts superlatives! Intelligent, witty, formally exquisite and brimful of energy." -RnR MAGAZINE
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