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The Stockwell Brothers Close Out Twilight on the Tavern Lawn Summer Series Aug. 23

by hahrenholz | Music

PUTNEY, VT — Twilight Music and Next Stage Arts present The Stockwell Brothers on Sunday, Aug. 23, at 6:00 p.m. for the final concert of the 23rd season of Twilight on the Tavern Lawn. The free concert takes place on the lawn of the Putney Tavern, 133 Main Street, in downtown Putney. Audience members are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket. In the event of rain, the performance will move indoors to Next Stage Arts, 15 Kimball Hill.

Brothers Bruce, Barry, and Alan Stockwell have been making music together for decades, creating a distinctive blend of traditional and progressive acoustic music. Their performances combine original singer-songwriter material with inventive banjo work, alternative rhythms, and soaring three-part harmonies.

Patio Concert July 25, 2026

by RDavis | Music

Patio Concert July 25, 2026

Rich Grumbine and Bill Conley will present a backyard patio concert on Saturday, July 25 at 7 pm at 63 Cedar Street in Brattleboro. The duo plays an eclectic mix of covers from country, Americana, folk, pop/rock, and jazz traditions. Bill plays lead acoustic guitar, dobro, and sings. Rich sings and plays rhythm guitar.

Singer-Songwriter Showcase Brings Joy Clark, Luke Concannon, Midnight Betty, and Lizzy Mandell to Next Stage

by hahrenholz | Music

PUTNEY — Next Stage Arts and Twilight Music present an evening of acclaimed singer-songwriters on Saturday, Aug. 8, at 7:30 p.m. at Next Stage Arts, 15 Kimball Hill in Putney. Doors open at 6:45 p.m.

The showcase will open with an intimate in-the-round performance featuring Luke Concannon, Midnight Betty, and Lizzy Mandell, before Joy Clark and her quartet take the stage for the evening’s featured set.

Louisiana-born singer-songwriter Joy Clark has earned national recognition for her warm, honest vocals, intricate guitar work, and songs exploring themes of freedom, love, and self-acceptance. Blending orchestral-style fingerpicking with blues-infused lead guitar, Clark creates a sound that is both intimate and expansive.

Bywater Call Brings Southern Soul and Roots Rock to Bandwagon Summer Series

by hahrenholz | Music

PUTNEY—The Bandwagon Summer Series continues on Friday, Aug. 14, with an outdoor performance by Toronto-based Bywater Call, a powerhouse seven-piece band whose electrifying blend of Southern soul, roots rock, blues, and Americana has earned them an international following.

The concert begins at 6 p.m. at Putney Inn Field, 57 Putney Landing Road, with gates opening at 5 p.m. Tickets are $24 in advance, $28 at the gate, and free for children under 12. Advance tickets are available at nextstagearts.org.

Planet Zydeco Brings Louisiana Dance Hall Energy to Putney’s Twilight on the Tavern Lawn

by hahrenholz | Music

PUTNEY, VT — The infectious rhythms of southwest Louisiana come to downtown Putney on Sunday, Aug. 9, when Planet Zydeco performs as part of the 23rd season of the Twilight on the Tavern Lawn concert series. The free concert begins at 6:00 p.m. on the Putney Tavern Lawn, 133 Main Street.

Hailing from New England, Planet Zydeco recreates the spirited sound of Louisiana dance halls with an energetic mix of accordion, rubboard, fiddle, guitar, bass, and drums. Band members Cannon, Bonita, Alan, Michelle, Jack, and Mark are deeply immersed in the zydeco tradition, delivering lively performances that invite audiences of all ages onto the dance floor.

Open Stage Returns to Next Stage Arts on July 30

by hahrenholz | Music

PUTNEY—Next Stage Arts invites musicians, poets, storytellers, comedians, and performers of all kinds to share their talents during an Open Stage evening hosted by Vermont Timbre (Amelia Struthers and Mike Mrowicki) on Thursday, July 30, at 7 p.m.

Designed as a welcoming and supportive gathering for performers of all experience levels, the Open Stage offers participants 10–15 minutes to present original work, favorite songs, spoken word, stories, or other creative performances. Whether stepping onto the stage for the first time or returning as a seasoned performer, all are encouraged to participate.

Kwartetto Mambo Brings Afro-Latin Jazz Explorations to Twilight on the Tavern Lawn

by hahrenholz | Music

PUTNEY, VT — Twilight Music and Next Stage Arts Project continue the 23rd season of Twilight on the Tavern Lawn with an evening of adventurous Afro-Latin jazz featuring Kwartetto Mambo on Sunday, July 26 at 6:00 p.m. on the Putney Tavern lawn, 133 Main Street in downtown Putney. The concert is free and open to the public, with donations welcome.

Kwartetto Mambo is an inventive quartet featuring John Clark on French horn, Wes Brown on bass and piano, Julian Gerstin on congas and percussion, and Dan DeWalt on piano and trombone. Drawing on more than 200 years of collective musical immersion, the group creates original compositions rooted in African, Latin, and jazz traditions while exploring an expansive world of rhythmic and metrical possibilities.

Howard Levy 4 and Eugene Friesen Bring Virtuosic Jazz, Blues, and Global Sounds to Next Stage

by hahrenholz | Music

PUTNEY — Next Stage Arts presents The Howard Levy 4 plus special guest Eugene Friesen on Saturday, July 25 at 7:30 pm at Next Stage Arts, 15 Kimball Hill in Putney. Doors open at 6:45 pm.

Led by Grammy Award–winning harmonica virtuoso, pianist, and composer Howard Levy, The Howard Levy 4 is a dynamic Chicago-based ensemble that defies easy categorization. Blending jazz, blues, Latin, Brazilian, and world music influences, the group creates an expansive and deeply engaging musical experience rooted in both virtuosity and spontaneity.

Joining Levy are guitarist Chris Siebold, bassist Joshua Ramos, and Brazilian drummer Luiz Ewerling. Together, they perform inventive arrangements of American and Brazilian classics alongside a diverse repertoire of original compositions that seamlessly weave together cultures, rhythms, and musical traditions.

Two Acclaimed Folk Duos Bring Harmony-Filled Evening to Twilight on the Tavern Lawn

by hahrenholz | Music

PUTNEY, VT — Twilight Music and Next Stage Arts continue the 23rd season of Twilight on the Tavern Lawn with an evening of exceptional contemporary folk music featuring Flagship Romance and The Rough & Tumble on Sunday, June 28 at 6:00 pm on the Putney Tavern lawn. The concert is free and open to the public.

Flagship Romance, the acclaimed alternative folk duo of Shawn Fisher and Jordyn Jackson, have built a devoted following through their breathtaking vocal harmonies, heartfelt songwriting, and engaging stage presence. Performing with just two voices and an acoustic guitar, the pair creates a rich, expansive sound that has captivated audiences across the country. Fresh from the release of their self-titled double album, they arrive in Putney while touring the United States on a six-month cross-country journey.

Stéphane Wrembel Brings World-Class Jazz Manouche Ensemble to Next Stage Arts

by hahrenholz | Music

PUTNEY — Internationally acclaimed guitarist and composer Stéphane Wrembel returns to Next Stage Arts on Saturday, June 27, at 7:30 p.m., bringing his world-class ensemble to Putney for an evening of virtuosic musicianship, original compositions, and genre-defying jazz.

Widely regarded as one of the world’s foremost guitarists, Wrembel has built an international reputation for his dazzling fusion of jazz, Gypsy swing, world music, and contemporary improvisation. Born in Fontainebleau, France, and now based in the United States, Wrembel has captivated audiences around the globe with a style that is both technically brilliant and deeply expressive. Rolling Stone called him “…a revelation.”

Rev. Vince Anderson Brings Electrifying “Dirty Gospel” to Bandwagon Summer Series

by hahrenholz | Music

PUTNEY — The Bandwagon Summer Series continues on Friday, June 26, with an unforgettable evening of music from Reverend Vince Anderson & His Love Choir, whose high-energy blend of gospel, blues, psychedelic soul, and rock has earned acclaim from audiences around the world.

Proclaimed an “institution” by Questlove, Rev. Vince Anderson has spent more than three decades developing his signature style of “Dirty Gospel” — a joyous, revival-style musical experience that transforms every performance into a full-on celebration. Leading from the piano, Anderson and his five-piece Love Choir deliver a powerful mix of soulful grooves, spirited improvisation, and infectious energy.

Twilight On the Tavern Lawn Welcomes High and Loathsome for an Evening of Exploratory Folk and Improvised Sound

by hahrenholz | Music

PUTNEY — Twilight Music and Next Stage Arts continue the 23rd season of Twilight on the Tavern Lawn with an evening of exploratory folk, free improvisation, and ambient soundscapes featuring High and Loathsome on Sunday, June 14, at 6 p.m. on the Putney Tavern lawn, 133 Main Street.

The concert is free and open to the public. Audience members are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets. In the event of rain, the performance will move indoors to Next Stage Arts, 15 Kimball Hill. Food will be available on site. RSVPs are encouraged at nextstagearts.org.

High and Loathsome is a quartet that drifts fluidly between song and improvisation, balancing structure with atmosphere and spontaneity with intention. Drawing on decades of experience as musicians, composers, and sonic explorers, the group creates music that feels both grounded and searching.

Twilight on the Tavern Lawn Returns for 23rd Season with Vermont Jazz Center Sextet Opening Night

by hahrenholz | Music

Twilight Music and the Next Stage Arts Project will kick off the 23rd annual Twilight on the Tavern Lawn concert series on Sunday, May 31, with a performance by the Vermont Jazz Center Sextet. The beloved summer series brings a wide range of live music—spanning folk, world, jazz, zydeco, bluegrass, pop, and Americana—to downtown Putney every other Sunday through August 23.

All concerts begin at 6:00 pm on the Putney Tavern lawn. Audience members are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket for outdoor seating. In the event of rain, performances will move indoors to Next Stage Arts at 15 Kimball Hill. The series is free and open to the public, with donations gratefully accepted. Food will be available, creating a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere in the heart of the village.

Baklava Express Brings Border-Crossing Mediterranean Sounds to Putney

by hahrenholz | Music

PUTNEY, VT — On Friday, May 29, Next Stage Arts welcomes Baklava Express, a Brooklyn-based ensemble whose music blurs lines between tradition and innovation, evoking the vibrant energy of an open-air Mediterranean marketplace. The concert begins at 7:30 pm, with doors opening at 6:45 pm, at Next Stage Arts, 15 Kimball Hill in Putney.

Baklava Express has built a reputation for crafting a rich, high-energy sound that draws from a wide range of musical traditions, including Turkish, Greek, Armenian, Arab, Mizrahi, and Sephardi influences. Their original compositions weave these ancient roots together with subtle elements of jazz, flamenco, and rock, resulting in a sound that feels both timeless and distinctly contemporary.

Open Mic Night at Next Stage Arts Brings Community Voices to Putney

by hahrenholz | Music

An evening of creativity and community returns to Next Stage Arts on Thursday, May 21, as Vermont Timbre hosts its popular Open Mic night.

Located at 15 Kimball Hill in Putney, Vermont, Next Stage Arts provides an intimate and welcoming setting for this ongoing series led by Amelia Struthers and Mike Mrowicki. Performers of all kinds—musicians, poets, storytellers, and other creatives—are invited to share their work in 10–15 minute sets, resulting in a varied and engaging evening shaped by local voices.

Twilight Music Presents John Gorka at Next Stage Arts

by hahrenholz | Music

PUTNEY, VT — Twilight Music and Next Stage Arts present an evening with acclaimed folk singer-songwriter John Gorka on Sunday, May 17 at 7:00 pm (doors at 6:15 pm) at Next Stage Arts, 15 Kimball Hill in Putney.

Described by Rolling Stone as “the leading singer/songwriter of the New Folk movement,” Gorka has spent decades crafting songs marked by emotional depth, wry humor, and a resonant baritone voice. From his formative years at the legendary Godfrey Daniels coffeehouse in Pennsylvania to stages across the U.S. and Europe, Gorka has built a reputation as one of contemporary folk’s most compelling storytellers.

Queralt Giralt Soler Trio Brings Lyrical, Cross-Cultural Soundscape to Putney’s Next Stage Arts

by hahrenholz | Music

The Queralt Giralt Soler Trio will bring a distinctive blend of global influences and intimate musical storytelling to Next Stage Arts on Friday, May 15, at 7:30 p.m., with doors opening at 6:45 p.m.

Led by cellist, vocalist, and composer Queralt Giralt Soler, the trio offers an evening of original music and inventive reinterpretations that move fluidly between classical, jazz, and Catalan folk traditions. Giralt Soler’s work is rooted in a deeply personal musical language, where cello and voice intertwine to create textures that are both lyrical and exploratory.

Twilight Music Presents Singer/Songwriter Showcase at Next Stage Arts

by hahrenholz | Music

PUTNEY, VT — On Saturday, May 2, Next Stage Arts Project and Twilight Music present a special evening of contemporary folk in an intimate “in-the-round” format, featuring four acclaimed singer/songwriters: Alice Howe, Freebo, Sam Robbins, and Halley Neal. The concert begins at 7:30 pm, with doors opening at 6:45 pm, at Next Stage Arts, 15 Kimball Hill. Tickets are $24 in advance, $28 at the door, and $10 for a livestream option, available at nextstagearts.org.

This unique shared-concert experience brings the artists together onstage throughout the evening, blending solo performances with spontaneous collaborations, storytelling, and musical interplay. The “in-the-round” format invites audiences into a more personal and conversational style of performance, where songs and stories unfold in a dynamic, communal setting.

Ablaye Cissoko & Cyrille Brotto: Kora & Accordion in a Luminous, Cross-Cultural Dialogue

by hahrenholz | Music

Friday, April 24 | 7:30 PM | Next Stage Arts, Putney, VT

Experience the transcendent music of Ablaye Cissoko and Cyrille Brotto, two masterful musicians bringing their acclaimed project Djiyo—meaning “water”—to Next Stage Arts. With the kora and diatonic accordion at the center, the duo creates a luminous dialogue that flows like a river across cultures, blending Manding and Occitan traditions into a sound both meditative and deeply human.

After nearly three years of touring and over 100 concerts worldwide, Cissoko and Brotto reunite for an intimate performance full of grace, warmth, and emotional depth. Their music is at once contemplative and quietly ecstatic, inviting listeners on a spiritual journey that clears the mind and awakens the senses. Hailed as “a gem from start to finish” by Songlines UK, Djiyo exemplifies the beauty of musical conversation and cross-cultural collaboration.

Celebrate Latin American Culture with Veronica Robles Quartet at Next Stage

by hahrenholz | Music

Step into a vibrant world of music, dance, and tradition as the Veronica Robles Quartet brings its electrifying performance to Next Stage Arts in Putney on Sunday, April 19. Doors open at 1:15 PM with the show beginning at 2:00 PM.

Veronica Robles, a celebrated female mariachi singer, musician, and Latin American folkloric dancer and choreographer, has become a cultural icon in Boston’s Latino community. Known for her powerful voice and dynamic performances, she weaves together music, dance, and storytelling to celebrate Latin American heritage and the beauty of cultural diversity.