Saturday Nights
January 21 - April 8
Shows at: 6:00PM & 8:00PM
A variety of musical acts perform in the tavern each season. Solo acts, duos and mid-sized bands present folk songs of the young American Republic, original songs, and modern covers. Tavern Concerts provide an authentic unplugged musical experience true to the taverns of 1820s America; microphones, amplifiers, and other conveniences are absent.
This indoor winter concert series will take place in the newly restored Guyon Tavern, located on Richmond Road. The Tavern boasts a wood-burning stove, flickering candles, live music and the true feel of a 19th century saloon. Beverage options harken back to the period and include hot spiced apple cider, scratch made mulled wine, as well as a refreshing selection of beers.
Restoration projects recently completed at the nearly 200 year old historic Guyon Tavern, repaired damage from a 2017 car accident as well as structural and cosmetic work giving the building a functional tavern space that is true to its 1820s heritage.
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
Shows take place every Saturday night at 6:00PM & 8:00PM.
January 21 - Mike BURNS
January 28 - Tavern Tales & Sea Stories of Olde
FEBruary 18 - Bob Conroy & The Pedersons
These musicians have been performing for six decades, both as solo artists and in various groups. Their music centers on the folk revival of the 1950s and 1960s: inspired by The Weavers, Tom Paxton, Gordon Lightfoot, Ian & Sylvia, Pete Seeger and others. The Banjo, 6 & 12 string Guitars, the Octave Mandolin, and the Fiddle are their tools.
March 5: Lisa & Lori Brigantino
Lisa and Lori Brigantino perform Lisa’s original multi-genre songs and select covers at all kinds of venues and festivals. They are known for their tight sibling vocal harmonies and multi-instrumental musicianship, often juggling a number of instruments including guitar, banjo, accordion, ukulele, percussion and more. They are thrilled to be back for their third appearance at Tavern Concerts.
March 11 - Linda Russell
Linda Russell is a singer/songwriter who is also deeply rooted in traditional music. Playing mountain dulcimer and hammered dulcimer, Linda performs a variety of material ranging from early American ballads and love songs to mountain gospels, Irish dance tunes and her own compositions. Linda’s original songs tell of childhood summers, family sing-alongs and the abandoned farmhouses and eccentric characters of her Midwestern past.
March 18 - Irish Stout
Irish Stout features Bob Conroy on vocals, guitar and 5 string banjo, Frank Hendricks on vocals and guitar, Norm Pederson on vocals, octave mandolin and fiddle. They are joined by Jason Wickersty on flute and bodron. Join Irish Stout for an evening of Irish songs, tunes and stories.
April 1 - Joan Caddell & Midnight Choir
April 8 - Mike Burns
March 25 - Mike Agranoff
Mike returns for a 2nd Tavern Concert with a new set of songs and spoken word, ranging from traditional fiddle tunes to the American Songbook to contemporary Americana. Agranoff is a master of the little-known English Concertina, applying it anywhere from a haunting and poignant song accompaniment to an unexpected virtuoso transcription of a Bach concerto.