Duoming Ba New York Philharmonic Violinist Sunday, April 13th 2008 4:00-6:00p.m.
Duoming Ba of the New York Philharmonic will be performing a concerto program with pianist Peggy DeArmond
Mozart's sparkling Violin Concerto Number 5 will be of special interest to students as it is this year's All State competition selection. The concluding Brahms Concerto in D is one of the towering landmarks of the romantic repertoire, and always an inspiration.
TONY TRISCHKA Double banjo bluegrass spectacular Thursday, July 3rd 2008 Open acoustic string jam starts at 9:00 p.m.
"A Modern Master of the Banjo." - New York Times Having taught Bela Fleck and playing with Steve Martin, Tony will go from the David Letterman Show to the Ellen Degeneres Show to the MoShow! Private jam by invitation only from 7-9 pm
Carol Beaugard Acoustic String Jam Thursday, August 7th 2008, 7:00 p.m.
Guitarist, vocalist and bluegrass radio announcer extraordinaire (WFDU, WAMU) Carol will lead us for our August fast jam along with our fabulous group of regular guitarists, fiddlers, mandolinists (including special guest Wayne Fugate), banjo and bass players.
Join our fast-growing group; meet and hear some great players and throw some peanut shells on the floor!
Barbara Lamb Acoustic String Jam Thursday, Sept. 4th 2008, 7:00 p.m.
A neighbor of our Nashville friend, Kathy Chiavola, Barbara joins us to perform and jam with us at our monthly Bluegrass and Old Time fast jam. Barbara also is one heck of a yodeler so maybe we can provoke her! Yippie - Miss Mo loves yodeling!
Dave does it all! He's got too many credits to his name to even start listing. Check out his myspace page David Rimelis. This should be a great time for all pickers and grinners (players and audience.) EVERYONE LOVES DAVE!
Vidwan Sri Vittal Ramamurthy Carnatic Violinist Sunday, February 1st, 2009 4pm Traveling the globe, passing through Livingston Town Center, performing, educating, and promoting awareness of India's rich cultural and musical tradition.
Stephan Mougin and Ned Luberecki from the original Sam Bush Band will entertain us with original material as well as traditional Bluegrass, old-time tunes, and some good ole pickin'!
APRIL VERCH – With contagious energy and a side of comedic flare, Verch and her band should have the audience on their feet and the room vibrating with toes tapping and hands clapping. Dynamic Champion Canadian fiddler, singer and step dancer will perform traditional and original repertoire that is rooted in the Ottawa Valley style of fiddling and dancing. April will perform this high-energy show followed with an audience jam session which both players and listeners are sure to enjoy. April is a performer and teacher at the famous Mark O’Connor Fiddle Camps and was also a member of Bowfire. . www.aprilverch.com.
A creative force in bluegrass with two Grammy nominations, countless awards along with reverent standing ovations at prestigious music festivals and theaters. Lynch is one of the most instantly-identifiable sounds in acoustic music. Delicate and rhythmically spry, it includes thoughtful infusions of bluegrass, folk, country, rock, and swing. Lynch’s songs have been recorded by Kathy Mattea, April Verch, Patty Loveless, and others. She has performed as backing/harmony vocalist with Dolly Parton, Linda Ronstadt, Emmylou Harris, Patty Loveless, Pam Tillis, just to name a few! Band members Mark Schatz (most recently of Nickel Creek) and Jason Thomas (Ontario fiddler extraordinaire), are award-winning stars in their own right. Her latest album Whatcha Gonna Do is on the prestigious Rounder Record Label. www.clairelynch.com
Mo gives them 5 thumbs up!Marty Cutler and Kenny Kosek AKA “Chef of the Pasture” serve up eclectic banjo and fiddle music seasoned with electronica, alternate realities, and specious folklore with a generous helping of expert musicianship, imagination, and humor. Kenny and Marty were just on SNL!!! www.facebook.com/pages/Chef-of-the-Pasture.com
Beginning and Returning Adult Fiddle/Violin Workshop
Adults who are returning to the violin from years ago or who are picking up the instrument for the first time can learn it quickly and without an inordinate commitment of time. Dust off and bring your fiddle, or just bring your notepad - but you\'ll leave motivated to play the greatest of all instruments with confidence and without fear. Marco Vitali, who began studying at the age of 3, graduated Juilliard Prep, and recorded for artists like Wu Tang Clan, Quincy Jones, Nile Rodgers and Peter Wolf, spends most of his time getting adults up and running quickly in any style. If you\'ve always wanted to \"play\" the violin, come out to this special event on Feb. 21 at Mo\'s!
"Odyssey Drive” performs driving bluegrass with an edge, as well as emotional ballads and instrumentals. A contemporary sound with humor and a great sense of fun are special ingredients. Lead vocalist, Carol Beaugard, is best known as the radio DJ, host of ‘Lonesome Pine RFD’ heard on 89.1, WFDU-FM (NYC) and worldwide on WAMU’s ‘Bluegrass Country’. Her credits include fronting her former band, “Grover’s Mill”, and touring as a professional dancer with The Fiddlestyx Cloggers. Mater mandolin player Wayne Fugate studied and played with Barry Mitterhoff of Hot Tuna, and Mike Marshall, as well as stage work with Tony Trischka, Jay Ungar & Molly Mason and Kenny Kosek. Banjo phenomenon, Steve Wilson, is a veteran of the Nashville circuit where he toured and recorded with the Mikey J. Boles Band (of Dave Peterson and 1946) and Grand Ole’ Opry fiddler, Grahm Williamson. Tickets are $10 (in advance) and $15 the day of the show.
Mike Levine--who plays guitar, pedal steel, dobro, and mandolin--is a session player, live performer, and composer. He's performed with such artists as Sarah Evans, Tanya Tucker, and Vassar Clements, and has played on numerous commercials and on TV shows for ABC, CBS, and HBO. He was in the orchestra of the Broadway musical The Will Rogers Follies.
Hailed by Yo-Yo Ma, as the "ideal musician of the 21st century. Mike Block has played with Yo-Yo Ma's Silk Road Ensemble, Marc O'Connor's Appalachia Waltz Trio, Darol Anger's Republic of Strings, and many more...
Mo Sessions w/ Mick Gaffney, Jeff Ganz, & Rich Zukor
Date:
Sunday April 18, 2010 Time:
4:00 pm
Mo Sessions w/ Mick Gaffney, Jeff Ganz, & Rich Zukor
Improvisational material with roots in many different styles, often played simultaneously. Perfomances have have been described as "hysterical" and "brilliant". Their impressive resumes include Grammy nominated recordings, Broadway shows, world tours with Marc Anthony, Johnny Winter, Rita Moreno, Billy Preston, Frank Vignola, Buddy Miles, and The Village People to name a few!!! Check out Mick playing with David Bowie on YouTube! This MoSession will be recorded and is sure to be amazing!!!!
Marc Horowitz has been playing five string banjo in both three finger and clawhammer styles for fifty years. This workshop covers both styles. Former students include Bela Fleck, Mike Kropp, Pete Schwimmer and Henry Sapoznik. Marc lives and teaches in Staten Island and represents the Gold Tone Instrument Company.
Cellist, composer, conductor. Performed with Duke Ellington, Lionel Hampton, Tony Bennet, Max Roach, The Temptations, Mary J. Blige and scores of other greats!
New up and coming experimental Jazz drummer Paolo Cantarella. Has studied under some of New York's top Jazz drummers and sure to please the crowd! This sextet will have every foot tappin' and every head boppin'
A wild gypsy django guitarist, will be amongst us this day. This Berkley College of Music graduate has dedicated his life to ways of the gypsy. His virtuosity will astound you!
Instrumentalist, composer, and teacher, Dave Rimelis invites some of his favorite singer/songwriters to perform some of their original works. Support local creativity by joining us for this special event! There is no charge for this show but donations are appreciated.
South Indian Classical Veena Concert by Nirmala Rajasekar
Date:
Thursday June 10, 2010 Time:
7:30 pm
Nirmala Rajasekar
South Indian Classical Veena concert by the highly acclaimed Nirmala Rajasekar, accompanied on the mridangam by popular local artiste and West Orange resident, Kumar Kanthan. The program is FREE, so all are welcome. The veena is an ancient plucked string instrument and the mridangam is an ancient percussion instrument used in South Indian classical music.
Russian born Ian Maksin was principal cellist for the New World Symphony, and has toured the world as a guest cellist and soloist playing with greats such as Andrea Bocelli, P Diddy, and many more. He will be introducing his latest CD "Solo Flight", an eclectic compliation of works for cello solo, ranging from Bach Cello Suites to a new piece by Chicago-based composer Ilya Levinson, as well as a suite for solo cello by Spanish cellist and composer Gaspar Cassado.
Michael grew up in Arizona learning traditional songs from his father and musical family and singing with his sister Linda. He has toured all over the world and performed on many of Linda Ronstadt's recordings. He is now joined by his two sons, Michael G, on cello and guitar, Petie Ronstadt on bass and guitar and Josh Hisle on banjo and guitar. All chime in with great harmonies and vocals.
One of New Jersey's hottest open mics, each player can perform one or two (practiced) pieces. Acoustic Only. Piano is available, with a great sound system.
Nashville artist Barbara Lamb will join us again performing her solo show. Barbara has played with the likes of Trisha Yearwood, Tony Trischka, Asleep at the Wheel, Peter Rowan, The John Cowan band, and many others. One of our favorite shows featuring fiddle, vocals, percussion, looping pedals, and nerves.
Cynthia Sayer is regarded as one of the top 4-string banjoists in the world today. A member of Woody Allen's Jazz band for over 10 years, Cynthia's solo career has taken her well beyond these New Orleans roots to become an acclaimed bandleader and guest artist. She has a unique and expansive approach to the instrument which is all her own, and she is also a respected vocalist. Her eclectic repertoire ranges from swing and hot jazz to tango, western classical, and more.
Matt Glaser is a Professor at Berklee college of Music, and is the Artistic Director of the American Roots Music Program there. Matt has played at Carnegie Hall with Yo-Yo Ma & Stephane Grappelli, and teh Boston Globe Jazz Festival with Gunther Schuller. Other credits include work with Bob Dylan, David Grisman, Ken Burns' ''Civil War'' soundtrack and much much more.
Mike Weatherley's credits include playing with Pete Seeger, Grammy nominated jazz vocalist Carla Cook, numerous jazz festivals, film soundtracks.
Mike Levine--who plays guitar, pedal steel, dobro, and mandolin--is a session player, live performer, and composer. He's performed with such artists as Sarah Evans, Tanya Tucker, and Vassar Clements, and has played on numerous commercials and on TV shows for ABC, CBS, and HBO. He was in the orchestra of the Broadway musical The Will Rogers Follies.
"Prolific pianist and composer, Oscar Perez delivers an amazing bouquet of Latin jazz compositions. Perez blends his rhythmic Cuban roots and American jazz with high skill." - Dr. Ana Isabel Ordonez of JazzReview.com
An Evening of French Music Elena Peres, Violin Henri-Paul Sicsic, Piano
$25 Admission
Mofiddles - Livingston Town Center RSVP (973) 994-1083
In Program compositions by Jean-Marie Leclair, Gabriel Faure, Maurice Ravel
Violinist Elena Peres made her Carnegie Hall début in October 2001. Since then, she has performed recitals in USA, Japan, Israel, Spain, France, Italy and Germany. She is a faculty member at International Academy of Music in Italy and has served as Concertmaster of Manhattan School Of Music Symphony Orchestra. She has performed with the principal members of the New York Philharmonic, Metropolitan Opera, New Jersey Symphony. She has also appeared with Ray Charles and David Sanborn. Dr. Peres is the Director of Orchestras at West Orange High School, NJ.
Canadian pianist Henri-Paul Sicsic has appeared with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, the Maryland Symphony Orchestra, the Pasadena Philharmonic, and the Okanagan Symphony Orchestra, among others. His performances have been aired on WQXR radio, on "France Musique" and in other major centers in the U.S. and Candada. He was appointed to the Faculty of Music at the University of Toronto and received the Killam Teaching Prize, one of the highest academic honours awarded in Canada. He received a first prize at the grand Prix de la Vile de Nice Competition and top prize at the Royaume de la Musique National Radio Competition in France.
Russian Cellist Ian Maksin will surely thrill us again with his dynamic playing. Pieces will range from Bach to Sting. People are still talking about his last sell out show at Mo's !
Rita Davidson's Accordion Tribute to Eugene Ettore
Date:
Saturday November 06, 2010 Time:
7:30 pm
Rita Davidson, West Orange music teacher, accordionist, and National Editor of www.accordionusa.com will present a free concert, "A Tribute to Eugene Ettore". Eugene Ettore was a noted composer for the accordion, a resident of Livingston, and also a French horn player with the Livingston Symphony. This concert is the "kick off" event in a series of concerts in memorial celebration of his 90th birthday.
Rita has been attending accordion festivals and competitions for many years where she judges and also presents workshops and concerts on the “Life and Music of Eugene Ettore”. Rita will release a CD of the virtuoso compositions of Eugene Ettore in the near future.
“Uncommon Ground”, is a hot alternative bluegrass group from New York's Hudson Valley that is on a
mission to flex the boundaries of traditional music. They're the complete package - great vocals,fiery instrumental abilities and a continually evolving repertoire of well-crafted tunes. Their performances are not to be missed!
“Uncommon Ground” draws on the talents of Mike Kobetitsch, and Wayne Fugage who have performed with Grammy award winner, Lisa Gutkin and a host of other noteworthy bands and musical luminaries and the ever amazing Rachel Handman and Phil Helm, two principles inthe Hudson Valley Philharmonic whose technical precision, fertile inventiveness, surprising touches and mastery of the Bluegrass genre, give the band a distinctive,signature voice.
Marty Cutler and Kenny Kosek AKA “Chef of the Pasture” serve up eclectic banjo and fiddle music seasoned with electronica, alternate realities, and specious folklore with a generous helping of expert musicianship, imagination, and humor.
"Prolific pianist and composer, Oscar Perez delivers an amazing bouquet of Latin jazz compositions. Perez blends his rhythmic Cuban roots and American jazz with high skill." - Dr. Ana Isabel Ordonez of JazzReview.com $5
Steve Hudson Chamber Group is a recent project of New Jersey based pianist/composer Steve Hudson that bridges and morphs jazz, chamber music, and folk music into one cohesive and individual sound. The ensemble features Zach Brock on violin, Jody Redhage on cello, Martin Urbach on percussion, and the leader on piano. Violinist Zach Brock has collaborated with artists such as bassist Stanley Clarke, Alice Coltrane, Jack DeJohnette, Mose Allison, Kurt Elling, Chris Potter, and The Mahavishnu Project. Cellist Jody Redhage is a rising star on the chamber and new music scene and has performed at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, Merkin Hall, and the Brooklyn Academy of Music. She has collaborated with members of the Tokyo String Quartet, Bang on a Can All-Stars, Jay-Z, Beyonce, and Neil Diamond. Drummer/percussionist. Martin Urbach is from Bolivia and settled in New Orleans before later moving to New York to do his graduate studies at Manhattan School of Music. Martin performs in New York clubs and abroad with various jazz and new music groups. His most recent album “Shine” was ranked as “The Best of 2009” by Carole Hayes of Australia’s Shoalhaven FM, and is receiving airplay worldwide. Hudson earned his bachelor of music degree from Rutgers University and then did his graduate studies at Manhattan School of Music. Hudson's current projects can be found at www.steve-hudson.
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"If jazz is the sound of surprise, then this is it! The images that come to mind are flying over water on a dark moonlit night... yet many times a killer groove kicks in. There is so much going on here that something new will pop up each time. The Outer Bridge Ensemble has created music that is memorable and will stay with you a long time."
Share your talents with us at one of NJ\'s most amazing, interesting and unique monthly open mic experiences. Last month\'s featured the incredible Sleepyman Banjo Boys! Acoustic only 1-2 rehearsed pieces piano available
Few bands speak the language of bluegrass as fluently and beautifully as Lucky Break. The band plays with the depth of feeling from early bluegrass, yet creatively adapts more contemporary material to the style. Band leader Jerry Wicentowski and company's powerful voices, tight vocal harmonies, exceptional instrumental facility, and deeply felt commitment to bluegrass transport the listener to a time when this music was electrifying and new.
Join Sarlin-Levine-Ganz for a performance to commemorate the release of their debut album. The progressive-acoustic trio (Mike Levine dobro, Don Sarlin guitar, and Jeff Ganz bass), whose original instrumental music features myriad influences from bluegrass to blues to rock to samba, will be performing two sets starting at 8PM. Each customer who pays the $20 cover charge will receive a copy of the new album, so come on down and join us to celebrate its release.
Richard’s and Julie’s ever changing repertoire will include a wide variety of music from Scott Joplin Rags, Sousa marches, Mozart, fiddle tunes, standards, Chet Atkins and Jerry Reed tunes, Django Reinhardt gypsy jazz, Bach, Beatles tunes, pop tunes, Bach and the classics, originals, lightning fast barn-burners to beautiful ballads. This promises to be an outstanding evening of virtuoso musicianship.
The combination of Richard’s fretboard fireworks and Julie’s warm tone and lyrical style will melt your heartstrings, have your toes tapping and your jaws hanging open.
Probably the best thing to do on a thursday night in these parts. Practice two acoustic tunes and share your talents! No politics, no religion. Mo's open mics are quite the thing... come prepared.
A mixture of influences, ranging from funk and afro-Peruvian dances to an ample variety of classical music, has made the RH Trio a distinctive kind of jazz ensemble. Raul Huaman (guitar), Joseph Wallace (bass) and Peter Abazia (drums) have been performing together since 2006, during that time they have gained a unique rapport that enables them to delve into rich and intricate textures without losing the vital expressiveness of the music they present. Every performance of the Trio is an exceptional sonic experience.
James Reams & The Barnstormers, a bluegrass band that was nominated by the International Bluegrass Music Association in 2003 as Emerging Artist of the Year, will be appearing for one night only, April 16th 7:30 PM
$15
Here’s how the band is described by noted bluegrass authority Stephanie P. Ledgin in her book, Homegrown Music: Discovering Bluegrass (Praeger Publishers, 2004):
“A plentiful selection of younger, emerging artists continues to grow in both traditional as well as progressive bluegrass camps. James Reams & The Barnstormers rely on early country material and originals written in authentic style. The results are a virtual history of the music and its roots, played in a clean, heartfelt manner that is somewhere between Bill Monroe’s and the Stanley Brothers’.”
The band will be celebrating the release of their new CD, One Foot In The Honky Tonk
Open Mic with fresh talent and a fresh host. Come one come all, Mo is ready for you! Are you ready for Mo? 1-2 rehearsed pieces. All ages, all styles. Get ready!!
Russian born Ian Maksin was principal cellist for the New World Symphony, Atlantic Classical Orchestra, Pro Corde Strings, Chicago Virtuosi, Spoleto USA Orchestra, Ars Viva, as well as many others. Outside classical music, Ian has collaborated with many well-known artists in different genres. He has performed and recorded with Andrea Bocelli, P Diddy, Snoop Dogg, Gloria Estefan, Cirque du Soleil, Barry Gibb, Smokey Robinson, and many others. As a member of different rock bands, he has appeared on MTV, Lollapalooza Music Festival, Milwaukee SummerFest and many more. $20 www.ianmaksin.com
Come join us for an evening of peace, love, and music right here in the town center! The Livingston Love-In aims to bring awareness of charity to the youth of today in the form of music. There will be over 15 bands performing and over 30 charities represented. From pop to rock to hip hop to dance, there is something for everyone! With sound brought to you by Soundwaves Academy and refreshments brought to you by Vitamin Water and Stewart's Rootbeer this is one evening you don't want to miss! So come let your hair down, break out your tie dye shirts and join in on all the festivities!
Singer-Songwriters Kathy Byers of Chatham, NJ and Lydia Adams Davis of Cornwall on Hudson, NY will give a CD release concert of their new recording entitled One Earth So Green and Round which will feature a variety of educational children's tunes that cover environmental issues such as conservation, animal habitats and global warming. Using a highly interactive approach, combining original songswith family favorites and wild animal puppets Kathy Byers and Lydia Adams Davis teach children that they too can make a healthy impact on our planet. www.oneearthsogreenandround.com
Come on out to a new and improved Open Mic! MoFiddles is proud to announce that we now offer Protools 9 HD recording. You all know the deal. 1-2 rehearsed pieces. No religion or politics please.
Polish up your pieces and share two with us! We're always looking for new talent and our open mic is the perfect opportunity to network and share your abilities with fellow music lovers. Who knows? If Mo shoots you, you just might be next month's open mic poster! With a new hostess and stagehand (Magz and Evan) Mo's open mic is sure to continue to be fresh and interesting. Also our soundman Trevor makes recording and mp3's available to you for only $15. 1-2 rehearsed pieces. No politics or religion please. Come cool off at NJ's hottest OPEN MIC NIGHT.
Each contestant must perform a reel and a ballad (something fast and something slow). Contestants may be accompanied by ONE musician. So buff up your technical skills, watch your intonation, and remember - you're a performer!!!! Great prizes - $500 for first prize adult!!!! Contact Sandy Hull at the numbers on the poster or just email her the information requested. Yeehaa!!!!! See ya'll there!
Share your talents with us at one of NJ's most amazing, interesting, and unique open mic experiences. Great attendence, great talent and it is FREE!. Always the first Thursday of every month. 1-2 pieces per player. All styles welcome. Vocalists encouraged - piano available. No admission fee. 7:30pm
Share your talents at one of NJ's most amazing, interesting and unique open mic experiences! Always the first Thursday of every month. 1-2 pieces per player. All styles welcome. Vocalists encouraged. Piano available. No admission fee!
Violinist and conductor Elena Peres has recently performed at Burgos Teatro Principal, Capilla de Música de las Bernardas and Caja de Burgos in Spain; Chiesa di Cappuccini andTeatro Alfieri in Italy; Manhattanville College, Weill Recital Hall, Carnegie Hall and Avery Fisher Hall at Lincoln Center in New York.
On October 14, 2011 she will be joined by Israeli pianist Victoria Gorodetsky to present compositions by Mozart, Beethoven, Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninov.
Caroline Doctorow's career boasts seven folk/Americana albums and a reputation for delivering a song with a velveteen voice. She has established herself as a leading force on the folk music scene. Her albums appear regularly on the top of the folk music radio airplay charts. Ms. Doctorow has just appeared at The Guthrie Center and New Bedford Summerfest this season to standing room crowds and rave reviews. She can be heard on the PBS special "Freedom-The History of Us" narrated by Katie Couric and the Long Island History Journal featured her folk song "Big Duck Ramble" in a recent volume. Nanci Griffith and John Sebastian appear on her release "Another Country" a retrospective of the songs of Richard and Mimi Fariña, produced by Pete Kennedy. Ms. Doctorow tours the east coast with her band "The Steamrollers" and hosts the WPKN folk radio show The Songtrails Radio Hour.
Renowned django jazz guitarist Stephane Wrembel will be giving a one-time special intimate performance at Mofiddles this October! After graduating Summa Cum Laude from Berklee College of Music with studies in Contemporary Jazz, Indian, African and Middle Eastern music, his life took another turn when he moved to New York City. Like New York, Stephane is aways in motion- always searching and never stopping in his quest to create a new sound. He has recently reached new heights of accomplishments having composed the soundtrack for Woody Allen's "Vicky Cristina Barcelona" as well as the theme for "Midnight in Paris." On October 16, at Mofiddles Stephane will be accompanied by Roy Williams (guitar) and Dave Speranza (Bass). You don't want to miss this truly unique experience! Admission- $20
Share your talents at one of NJ's most amazing, interesting and unique open mic experiences! Always the first Thursday of every month. 1-2 pieces per player. All styles welcome. Vocalists encouraged. Piano available. No admission fee!
Join Sarlin Levine Ganz for an evening or original acoustic-instrumental music that features a unique blend of bluegrass, blues, samba, jazz and more- played on guitar, dobro, and acoustic bass. The band, which released its debut album in April is working on material for its next recording, and will be debuting a number of new compositions. Admission- $15
Pianist Elizabeth Woodbury-Kasius and guitarist John Ehlis join forces for an engaging and spirited evening of original music. Their collaborations are marked by a sense of playful adventure. They will be joined by woodwinds player Jonathan Greene and percussionist Chris White III. Expect to see and hear an eclectic array of musical instruments and sounds.
Share your talents at one of NJ's most amazing, interesting and unique open mic experiences! Always the first Thursday of every month. 1-2 pieces per player. All styles welcome. Vocalists encouraged. Piano available. No admission fee!
Share your talents at one of NJ's most amazing, interesting and unique open mic experiences! Always the first Thursday of every month. 1-2 pieces per player. All styles welcome. Vocalists encouraged. Piano available. No admission fee!
Amazing guitarist Adam Kestler brings his unique brand of blues rock to Mofiddles February 18th. This intimate performance will feature Adam and his band, and include songs from his spectacular new album "Back to Normal." Adam has been playing guitar since the age of eleven and has been performing, recording, and teaching in the greater NY area for the last 19 years. Having graduated from Berklee and worked with various projects, Adam has toured the U.S exstensively. He has appeared live at the Knitting Factory, CBGB’s, The Paradise (Boston), Sin-E, and Maxwell’s to name a few. His studio work as a recording artist includes sessions at New York’s Avatar Studios, Dubway Studios and Boston’s New Alliance Studios.
From Bach to Beatles and barn-burners to ballads, passion is guaranteed, when world renowned fingerstyle guitarist Richard Smith and cellist Julie Adams join forces at MoFiddles! The combination of Richard's fretboard fireworks and Julie's warm tone and lyrical style will melt your heartstrings, have your toes tapping and your jaws hanging open. Their ever changing repetoire comprises a wide variety of music from classical Bach to Beatles pop. It ranges from jazz standards to Chet Atkins and Jerry Reed and to Django Reinhart gypsy swing, not to mention their intriguing originals. "The most amazing guy I know on the guitar. He can play anything I know, only better." Chet Atkins (Legendary producer and guitarist, 14 grammys, Country and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame) $15
Be sure to get here early. 9 year old banjo sensation Jonny Mizzone along with his brother Robbie (13) on fiddle, and Tommy (14) on guitar, comprise the Sleepy Man Banjo Boys. They are best known for their youTube bedroom practice videos, with over 5.8 million views. They appeared on the David Letterman show, NBC's Today Show, the Mike Huckabee show, and also the MoShow! ~ The open mic will run as usual: acoustic only, two tunes, no religion, no politics. There could be another special surprise... There is no charge for this event, but large donations are highly appreciated :)
Fasten your seatbelts; you're in for the Indy 500 of banjo playing! Best known regionally as a member of New Jersey- based Kentucky Roots, Steve Lutke brings to the table a musical family background fueled by a keen sense of exploration and experimentation. If you're a fan of Bela Fleck and Earl Scruggs you're going to love Steve Lutke!
The first Thursday of the month is upon us, and that means another open mic night at MoFiddles! If you're interested in performing, or even if you only want to watch, we welcome you! However, if you want to perform you need to know the rules: acoustic only, guitarists bring straps, 1-2 tunes, no politics or religion, and pieces must be memorized.
Join us for this large outdoor music festival sponsored by HCHY (Healthy Community, Healthy Youth), celebrating Youth Appreciation Week! Two large stages, food vendors, great sound system, and 18 bands will fill the streets for the day! A large turnout is expected for these popular bands, which include Brick+Mortar, Cash Cash, Reverse Order, and The Greens NYC, as well as 14 additional bands. For complete listing of bands, visit the Livingston Love-In event page on facebook. Get ready to tye-dye your shirt, paint your face, dance all day, and feel the Love In Livingston.
