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  • Rochester’s Bop Shop Records Wraps up 40th Anniversary Concerts over Nov. 25-28

    Bop Shop Records, an independently owned record store in Rochester, will celebrate 40 years this weekend, with four evening performances you won’t want to miss.

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    Tom Kohn opened Bop Shop Records in 1982, having spent his formative years in the 1970s working for MXR and Rounder Records, while collecting and listening to as much recorded and live music as he could. He has turned Bop Shop Records into special record show, well worth visiting as music collectors from all over the world frequently spend entire days there.

    Specializing in fine-condition vinyl records and CDs (as well as buying records too), patrons can quickly learn that Kohn is passionate about sharing the music that moves him with people who are excited and curious about it, too.

    Since 1988, Bop Shop has hosted jazz, folk and blues concerts at the store, including internationally renowned and up-and-coming artists. For 2022, the shop planned 40 Concerts Celebrating 40 Years, with the final four taking place over Friday, November 25 through Monday, November 28.

    Those of you who’ve joined us for our first 36 concerts know that 2022 has been a great year of amazing performances at the Bop Shop. We’ve made new friends and rekindled old friendships, and definitely heard music that gave us the comfort and inspiration we’ve needed this year.

    Tom Kohn

    Kohn has also recently revived Bop Arts Inc., a not-for-profit that exists for the soul purpose of supporting the music the shop brings to town. All the funds generated from the concerts, along with donations, help Bop Shop Records bring the best in new forward-thinking jazz to Rochester.

    A special four-night pass is available for $55, with single day tickets available for $20.

    Bop Shop Records 40th Concerts Celebrating 40 Years – Final Shows – All start at 8 pm

    Friday, 11/25 – Three Shamans – Ken Filiano, Phil Haynes and Herb Robertson.

    Saturday, 11/26 – Joe Fiedler’s Open Sesame with Kirk Knuffke, Jeff Lederer, Chris Lightcap, Michael Sarin and Fiedler.

    Sunday, 11/27 – Joe Fonda and Bass of Operation with Lederer again, playing clarinet, flute and piccolo; Michael Rabinowitz playing bassoon; Harvey Sorgen playing drums; and Fonda playing bass.

    Monday, 11/28 – Michael Musillami Trio with guitarist/composer Musillami, bassist Fonda and drummer George Schuller.

    For directions to Bop Shop Records, click here.

  • Arlo Guthrie to Bring ‘What’s Left of Me’ to The Egg in April

    On Friday, April 21, 2023, folk-slinger Arlo Guthrie will settle down at The Egg in Albany for a stop on his “What’s Left of Me’ tour. Guthrie had announced his retirement from touring in 2020, but admitted that “retirement was fun while it lasted” and returns with a spoken word show.

    The show will be moderated by author, music historian, and former director of the Grammy Museum Bob Santelli. It will also include rarely-seen video footage and an audience Q&A.

    arlo guthrie whats left of me alices restaurant
    photo by Steve Malinski

    Anyone who has had the good fortune to attend a performance by Arlo Guthrie knows that while the songs are wonderful, the stories are what really make the show something really special. 

    As the oldest son of Woody & Marjorie Guthrie, Arlo first made his appearance onstage at age 13, made music history with the composition “Alice’s Restaurant” and a legendary performance at Woodstock. After 60 years on the road there should be a lot to talk about.

    Read NYS Music’s interview with Arlo Guthrie on Thanksgiving traditions and his family legacy.

    The son of legendary Woody Guthrie, Arlo Guthrie is best known for the Thanksgiving song/saga “Alice’s Restaurant Massacree,” the classic “The City of New Orleans,” and “Coming into Los Angeles.” He also performed at Woodstock in 1969 on Saturday, August 16.

    Tickets for Arlo Guthrie “What’s Left of Me” are currently on sale online at theegg.org or by telephone at 518-473-1845, or in person at The Egg Box Office Monday – Friday from 11 AM – 3 PM.         

  • Caroga Arts Collective Announces WinterFest Concerts

    The Caroga Arts Collective announced the events for the fourth annual WinterFest, including music from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker, Handel’s Messiah, and favorite Christmas singalongs. These events will be happening from Dec. 14-17.

    Caroga Arts Collective

    The Caroga Arts Collective presents over 50 performances and community events in the Southern Adirondacks throughout the year, featuring world-class musicians from across the country and from various styles of arts and entertainment.

    Before kicking off the WinterFest, there will be the fifth annual tree lighting ceremony at Sherman’s Park on Nov. 26, and the Caroga Arts Collective is asking for volunteers to help light up the park. On Dec. 14, the popular “SAUNDERSFEST Christmas” hosted by Canada Lake-based brothers Geoff and Rich Saunders will be happening at The Nick Stoner Inn & 19th Hole at 7 p.m. Tickets are on sale now.

    On Dec. 15 and 16, the Caroga Arts Ensemble will perform the Tchaikovsky Holiday Spectacular at Paul Nigra Center. They will perform selections from Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker Suite and other beloved works. Tickets are on sale now for both events.

    The last day of WinterFest brings the free Hallelujah, it’s Handel! event. The Caroga Arts Ensemble will perform music by Handel, Mendelssohn, Tchaikovsky, and more at St. John’s Episcopal Church. There will also be selections from Handel’s Messiah and Christmas sing-a-longs.

    The Caroga Arts Collective’s fourth annual WinterFest will take place from Dec. 14-17 at various locations in the Adirondacks, showcasing the talent of the area in different musical forms.

  • Venues Across New York State will Jam for Tots this Holiday Season

    The holidays are upon us, and that means time once again for Jam for Tots! Since 2014, Jam for Tots has been held across New York State and the Northeast, bringing live music fans together to support those most in need in their local communities.

    At 10 venues around New York State, fans are encouraged to bring an unwrapped toy for a child (under 13) and drop the toy off in the box. These toys will be brought to local charities within the venue’s community, to ensure that these toys brighten the day of children within the local area.

    Shows will be hosted by multiple beloved venues, including Buffalo Iron Works, Bug Jar, Funk ‘n Waffles Syracuse, Lark Hall, Nanola, Putnam Place, Stewart House, State Theater Ithaca, The Strand Theatre Hudson Falls, The Hollow Bar + Kitchen and The Waterhole. We thank these venues for their support of this worthy cause.

    Things kick off this week at Lark Hall with The Last Waltz, on Wednesday, November 23rd. The second annual Last Waltz on Lark Street will feature local musicians, including Brian Bean (bass and vocals), Mike Coleman (bass), Tom O’Connor (guitar and vocals), Rick Rothermel (keyboards and vocals), Sarah Sheppeck (vocals), Joe Sorbero (drums and vocals) and Jeremy Walz (guitar and vocals). And, in the true spirit of The Band, Levon Helm and The Last Waltz, the band will joined by special guests throughout the evening. 

    Then on Saturday, November 26, eberwine and Quantum Cosmic will be at Putnam Place, with a night full of special guests in store.

    See below for the full lineup of Jam for Tots shows across New York State (alphabetical order)

    Buffalo Iron Works – 12/23 The Lizards

    Bug Jar, Rochester –  12/23 Babayaga/Inertia/Sulaco

    Funk n Waffles, Syracuse – 12/11 Open Mic

    Lark Hall, Albany – 11/23 (The Last Waltz) and 12/9 (Dead Man’s Waltz)

    Nanola, Malta – 12/10 Midnight Sun

    Putnam Place, Saratoga Springs – 11/26 (eberwine and Quantum Cosmic) and 12/8 (Lespecial and Sunsquabi)

    The Stewart House, Athens – Open Mic hosted by John Pinder 12/1

    The Hollow – 12/17 Dr Jah and the Love Prophets (Grapplin’ Greg Documentary post-show)

    The Waterhole – Saranac Lake – Sophistafunk 12/9

    State Theater Ithaca – Nutcracker 12/16-18

    Strand Theater Hudson Falls – Tim Reynolds 12/13, Tony DeSare 12/16-18

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  • The Seapods to Celebrate 2-11 at Lark Hall

    On an ominous day in music history, The Seapods, featuring members of the Ominous Seapods, will come together for a night of music at Lark Hall in Albany on February 11, 2023.

    Appearing at The Seapods 2-11 show include Max Verna (guitar, vocals), Tom Pirozzi (bass), Brian Mangini (keyboards) and Ted Marotta (drums). The fifth member of the group, guitarist/singer Dana Monteith will not be in attendance. Thus, the show is billed as The Seapods featuring these four members from the group’s classic ‘90s lineup. 

    The evening of music lands on an unofficial holiday for the band, who consider the February 11 date a marker for great gigs, including a memorable performance in 1995 at a Dartmouth frat party. One explanation that has been offered for the meaning behind 2-11:

    There are numerous accounts of people making a purchase at their local Kwik-E Mart and having the total come to $2.11, or getting home from a Seapods show at exactly 2:11a.m. These occurences have spawned a movement know as “Twoelevenlutionology” (a.k.a. “Twoelevenism” or “Twoelevenology”) where 2-11 is the chosen leader. His disciples follow him along the 211-fold path of Enlightenment to the Dumpster of Destiny, and bask in the ominous beauty of the mystical number 211. And all good Twoelevenologists know what they should be doing at 2:11 on Wednesday afternoon!

    via The Tender Tale of 2-11

    As they add to the Ominous Seapods history with jamming and improv done only as the Seapods can, the evening is sure to be a hugely successful night in Albany. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased here.

    Rediscover classic Ominous Seapods 2-11 shows from February 2022 at The Hollow, The Waterhole during Winter Carnival in February 2011, and their most recent reunion shows at Cohoes Music Hall in 2018.

  • Orchestra of the Southern Finger Lakes Announces December Holiday Concert

    As the family-friendly holiday activities start rolling out, consider a live music event, like the Orchestra of the Southern Finger Lakes’ holiday concert this December 3. The concert will showcase diverse vocalists and genres, as well as compositions created by international musicians. The OSFL will explore themes of healing and community; encapsulated in the season’s felicitous motto: “Together We Are Sound.”

    Orchestra of the Southern Finger Lakes

    To ensure the event includes all holidays in its festivity, the OSFL commissioned an Israeli-American composer, Avner Finberg, to write a medley of iconic Klezmer dances. His composition, Dances in Freygish, will put Hanukkah in the global spotlight, as the December 3 concert is its world premiere.

    This concert also promises big band fun, the Orchestra of the Southern Finger Lakes will play a collection of 40s jazz favorites by Glenn Miller, Artie Shaw, Tommy Dorsey, Benny Goodman and more. 

    The concert will take place in the Clemens Center Powers Theater at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are $20-$50 for adults, $10 for college students with ID, and free for youth under 18 (if accompanied by a ticketed adult.)

  • Baldwinsville Welcomes New Weekly Music Series “Jazz at Timber Banks”

    Timber Banks, a golf course-based residential community in Baldwinsville, will soon be hosting the “Jazz at Timber Banks” music series at their brand-new Persimmons Restaurant.

    Running from November 30 to May 10, the series will showcase events every Wednesday from 6 to 9 p.m. It will begin with a performance by Edgar Pagán and his “Grupo Pagan Lite” trio, playing pop and Latin pop selections, on a night featuring free finger food.

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    Promotional poster for “Jazz at Timber Banks.”

    Excluding a holiday break, Fitzsimmons will host every week over the course of its 5+ month run. No show will include a cover charge. Edgar Pagán’s GPL will also feature at the series’ closing event.

    CNY Jazz is presenting the series as their latest “CNY Jazz Club” offering. “Now the northern suburbs will have nearby access to great music of all kinds on a regular basis in a cabaret setting,” said Larry Luttinger, leader of the upstate non-profit operation and series curator of the concert series.

    21 events and 15+ acts strong, the series bills itself as multidisciplinary, featuring blues, funk, R&B, Americana, country swing, Latin crossover, modern pop, and Sinatra in addition to jazz.

    CNY Jazz donor cardholders will receive 10% discounts on food and drink at all events scheduled at Persimmons.

    Information on more upcoming CNY Jazz events can be found here.

  • Goose Announce Five Shows in March at Capitol Theatre

    Amid their current tour with Trey Anastasio Band, Goose has announced their first shows in six years at The Capitol Theatre in Port Chester, and they’re going big for it. Over March 8-12, Goose will play 5 consecutive nights, adding to the band’s historic rise, and the extensive history of The Cap.

    Goose Capitol Theatre

    The only other time Goose played The Capitol Theatre was a single set on October 1, 2016. Here’s the setlist, via elgoose.net: Arcadia, Madhuvan, Jive I, Indian River, Creatures, Turned Clouds, So Ready, One More Saturday Night.

    Presale tickets will be available starting Thursday, November 17 at 10am through 10pm using the password TUMBLE with general on-sale beginning Friday, November 18 at 10am. $1 of each ticket sale will support Backline, a mental health and wellness resource for the music industry.

    Check out coverage of Goose with Trey Anastasio Band at Mohegan Sun and at Glens Falls this past week.

  • UAlbany Music Program to Host Trio of Holiday Concerts

    The music program at the University of Albany’s Department of Music and Theatre has announced three holiday-themed concerts for early December.

    These include the school’s annual holiday concert on Sunday, December 4 at 3 p.m., “Twelve Drummers Drummin’” on Monday, December 5 at 7 p.m., and “Carols from Near and Far” as performed by the UAlbany Chamber Singers on Sunday, December 11.

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    Photo credit: Paul Miller

    The holiday concert will showcase five departmental ensembles, those being the UAlbany Community Chorale, UAlbany Chamber Singers, UAlbany Concert Band, UAlbany Jazz Band, and the UAlbany Symphony Orchestra, in addition to musical clubs Serendepity and Pitch Please.

    Photo credit: Paul Miller

    The following night’s performance will display the UAlbany Percussion Ensemble under the direction of Richard Albagli. The concert will include works from Germany and Guatemala in addition to a piece about the creation of the world performed to the words of Richard Feynman and Neil de Grasse Tyson and music by Peter Garland. The night will climax with David Amram’s “Latin Roots” from his work Landscapes, in a piece which features audience participation.

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    Photo credit: Gary Gold

    In addition to the UAlbany Chamber Singers for “Carols from Near and Far,” the Festival Celebration Choir, a group of department guest performers. The two choirs will sing separately and together over accompaniment by pianist Daniel White, harpist Karlinda Calidcott, guitarist Sten Isachsen and percussionist Eugene Lorini. The program centerpiece will be Carols and Lullabies by Conrad Susa, a 10-movement collection of holiday carols from South and Central America.

    Information regarding tickets and more can be found on the UAlbany Performing Center website.

  • Disco Biscuits Winter Tour Includes Buffalo and Albany Stops, plus 3 Nights at The Cap

    The Disco Biscuits have announced even more dates for the 2023 Winter Tour, adding 12 more shows to their previously announced shows for the new year. Included in the tour dispatch is a show at Town Ballroom in Buffalo on Thursday, January 19 and The Palace Theatre in Albany on February 3. This follows word that they will make their annual return to the Capitol Theatre over March 23-25, 2023.

    The Philly group have played the Port Chester venue 11 times previously, most recently March 31 through April 2, 2022.

    The spring shows are the first U.S. dates for The Disco Biscuits in 2023, with a TranceAtlantic music event held in Reykjavík, Iceland, over May 20 through 22. They’ll wrap up the year in Chicago with three nights at the Riviera Theatre.

    Disco Biscuits Winter Tour 2023

    1/18 – House of Blues Cleveland – Cleveland OH
    1/19 – Town Ballroom – Buffalo NY
    1/20 – Penn’s Peak – Jim Thorpe PA
    1/21 – Penn’s Peak – Jim Thorpe PA
    2/1 – Higher Ground – Burlington VT
    2/2 – Higher Ground – Burlington VT
    2/3 – Palace Theatre – Albany NY
    2/4 – The Anthem – Washington DC
    3/10 – The Caverns – Pelham TN
    3/11 – The Caverns – Pelham TN
    3/12 – The Caverns – Pelham TN
    3/23 – Capitol Theatre – Port Chester NY
    3/24 – Capitol Theatre – Port Chester NY
    3/25 – Capitol Theatre – Port Chester NY
    3/29 – Belly Up, Aspen – Aspen CO
    3/30 – Belly Up, Aspen – Aspen CO
    3/31 – Mission Ballroom – Denver CO
    4/1 – Mission Ballroom – Denver CO

    Read more on the Disco Biscuits history at The Cap here. Tickets for the Capitol Theatre shows are on sale here. Tickets for all the band’s newly added shows will be available on Friday, Nov. 18 at noon E.T. via discobiscuits.com.