{"id":740,"date":"2023-04-30T15:21:52","date_gmt":"2023-04-30T15:21:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.nysmusic.com\/2023\/2023\/04\/30\/caffe-lena-announces-63rd-anniversary-music-festival-sing-in-the-streets\/"},"modified":"2023-04-30T15:21:52","modified_gmt":"2023-04-30T15:21:52","slug":"caffe-lena-announces-63rd-anniversary-music-festival-sing-in-the-streets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.nysmusic.com\/2023\/2023\/04\/30\/caffe-lena-announces-63rd-anniversary-music-festival-sing-in-the-streets\/","title":{"rendered":"Caffe Lena Announces 63rd Anniversary Music Festival “Sing In The Streets”"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Saratoga’s famous Caff\u00e8 Lena<\/a> has announced “Sing In The Streets”, a six stage music festival celebrating the 63rd anniversary of Caff\u00e8 Lena’s opening on Sunday, May 21st.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Caff\u00e8 Lena presents extraordinary music in an intimate setting steeped in history. It is widely recognized as the longest continuously operating folk music venue in the United States. The Library of Congress calls Caff\u00e8 Lena \u201cAn American treasure,\u201d and the Caffe has been recognized by The GRAMMY Foundation for their important contributions to the development of American music. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In staying true to Lena\u2019s founding vision of simplicity, kindness to strangers, and art above profit, “Sing In The Streets” will take place for free at six stages around Caff\u00e8 Lena’s neighborhood, making this festival a community event. Two artists will share each stage, with performances at Impressions of Saratoga, Library Terrace, Frog Garden, Caff\u00e8 Lena’s Courtyard, Caff\u00e8 Lena Upstairs, and Ben & Jerrys. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

“SING IN THE STREETS’ LOCATIONS AND PERFORMERS:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

IMPRESSIONS OF SARATOGA<\/strong>
Steve Candlen<\/strong> is an Albany based drummer who has been performing both nationally and locally since the late 80’s and was the winner of the 2005 \u201cMusic For Miracles\u201d Songwriting Contest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Travis Gray<\/strong> –  A virtuosic musician and songwriter, with masterful guitar work. In his 20+ years writing, recording and performing around the world, Gray\u2019s work has ranged from contemplative singer-songwriter to fronting powerhouse 6 piece bands and back again<\/p>\n\n\n\n

LIBRARY TERRACE<\/strong>
Rick Bolton<\/strong>– From playing in garage bands on northern Lake George, to touring out west, only to return home and help launch a thriving music scene in Saratoga, Singer\/Songwriter Rick Bolton is no stranger to the Caffe Lena neighborhood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rees Shad & the Conversations<\/strong> – Rees Shad & The Conversations refer to their sound as \u2018Swinging Americana Done Right.\u201d Those who know Shad\u2019s catalog have come to refer to him as a wordsmith and a songwriter\u2019s songwriter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

FROG GARDEN
Bill & Finnegan Ackerbaue<\/strong>r – Father and Son Folk duo Bill & Finnegan will bring their lighthearted family and children songs Bill and Finnegan made famous with virtual concerts through the Johnstown Public Library in a series called Singin\u2019 in the Kitchen<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Novus Cantus<\/strong>– With a flair for storytelling and theatricality, these brothers have created a show for kids that draws on their love of world music, rock and classical. Parents will recognize nods to Jethro Tull, Rusted Root, Gypsy Kings and Metallica<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CAFF\u00c8 LENA COURTYARD
Jimi W<\/strong>. – Jimi W. is a singer songwriter based out of the capital region of Upstate NY. His sound combines influences from songwriting legends such as James Taylor and Tom Waits with a modern eclectic indie-folk twist. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keanen Stark & Orion Kribs<\/strong> – The Adirondack duo have brought their blend of modern yet classically old-timey sounds, blues, bluegrass, and classic americana tunes, and dabble at entertaining endless other influences and flights of fancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CAFF\u00c8 LENA UPSTAIRS 
Angelina Valente<\/strong> – Valente\u2019s singer\/songwriter style strips music down to its bare bones with a folk\/pop sound. Her soft piano and strong voice, along with honest lyrics, create an exceptional, emotional experience \u2013 a travelogue through folk, bluegrass and indie pop-rock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reese Fulmer & The Carriage House Band<\/strong> –  Reese has quickly made a name for himself in the Capital Region music scene with his precocious songwriting and charming stage presence, while The Carriage House Band includes some of the finest and most versatile musicians in the Capital Region<\/p>\n\n\n\n

BEN & JERRY\u2019S
Margo Macero Duo <\/strong>– Known to deliver unforgettable performances with passionate powerhouse vocals and impressive guitar solo and the ability to impact a wide audience, Macero is not only a genuine artist, but an inspiring and relatable person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Blue Ranger<\/strong> – Here to remind us that there are small moments of magic in the everyday, Albany\u2019s Blue Ranger create subtle, melodious folk stories that ruminate on universal introspection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For More information on “Sing In The Streets”, please visit Caff\u00e8 Lena’s website.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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