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Guitar Workshops with Bruce Thompson
2026-05-28 09:00 - 12:30, 2026-05-21 09:00 - 12:30, 2026-05-14 09:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Caffè Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
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Guitar Workshops with Bruce Thompson Cost $195 for all 10 sessions. Drop ins $25/per session if space allows 10 Thursdays starting April 2 Click a time below to sign up: Beginner 9:15 am – 10:10 am Intermediate 10:15 am – 11:10 am Intermediate / Advanced 11:15 am – 12:10 pm Not sure what class might work best for you email: matt@caffelena.org

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Bluegrass Instrumental Course with Bruce Thompson and Sam Katz
2026-05-27 17:45 - 19:30
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Bluegrass Instrumental Course – with Bruce Thompson and Sam Katz April 29, May 6, 27 and June 3 5:45 pm – 7:45 pm $195 For instruments: Guitar, Fiddle, Mandolin, Bass, Banjo, Dobro Experience level: students should be familiar with basic chords and have done some melodic playing as well. Instructors: Bruce Thompson and Sam Katz Summary: This course is intended for folks interested in learning bluegrass instrumentals (fiddle tunes) commonly played at jams. Each week we will focus on at least one instrumental tune. Students will have the time to listen and prepare tunes in advance of each class Links to audio and/or video examples as well as music (standard notation and tabs) will be provided. Each class will review the tune as a group then divide into small groups to work on playing the tune together. We will also discuss learning techniques and tools such as StrumMachine and a metronome. Students will become familiar with the tunes covered in the course and develop techniques to quickly learn new tunes. Topics: Memorizing, learning and mastering a melody Learning the rhythm part and accompaniment Switching from rhythm to lead parts Setting the tempo, kickoffs and endings Leading the tune in a group Improvising ideas, tips and techniques Jam etiquette Possible Tunes (subject to change): Angeline the Baker (D) Old Joe Clark (A) Soldier’s Joy (D) Cold Frosty Morn (Am) Big Sandy River (A) ﻿

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After School Folk Ensemble with James Gascoyne and Oona Grady
2026-05-27 14:30 - 17:30, 2026-05-20 14:30 - 17:30, 2026-05-13 14:30 - 17:30
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After School Folk Ensemble with Oona Grady and James Gascoyne 17 weeks starting January 28th Use these links to sign up: 2:45, 3:40, 4:35 Music is a gift best shared with friends! Here is an exciting opportunity for youth 7-14 to learn music by playing together. Weekly 45 minute classes will be focused on making music, including singing, exploring various string instruments, music theory basics, rhythm exercises, how to learn songs/tunes from scratch, confidence in performance practice, and more. At the end of the final class of the session there will be a recital/sharing session for family and friends (with Lena's Famous Chocolate Chip Cookies, of course!). Youth Folk Ensemble is– Mixed ages and abilities: Open to any level of experience with music; Learn through listening and participation. Focus on repertoire: Learn classic tunes and songs from the American folk tradition as well as some favorite contemporary songs. Explore string instruments and singing, learning basic skills: Opportunities to focus on guitar, ukulele, banjo, mandolin, bass, and violin/fiddle*; (*for students interested in violin/fiddle it is recommended that they also be enrolled in private or school lessons). Learn music fundamentals: Develop strong and steady sense of rhythm; Learn how to listen and hear musically; Explore singing finding one's own unique voice. Learning valuable life skills: Working in a group setting; Creative contribution and compromise; Being part of a team and playing your part; Building friendships. Need help with tuition or an instrument? Let us know how we can help by filling out this application for the Matt McCabe Scholarship Fund or email: musicschool@caffelena.org After School Youth Folk Ensemble classes meet on Wednesdays at Caffe Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866. The three time slots are 2:45-3:30 pm; 3:40-4:25 pm; & 4:35-5:20 pm. Sign up for one or all! Session 3 Dates: Jan 28 – Jun 3 (17 weeks) [off 2/18, 4/8] (Summer day camps are offered as well – 2026 details TBA) End of session recitals are on the final day of class: 6/3 from 5:30-6pm Students are encouraged to sign up for all three sessions – the more time we spend learning and practicing music together, the tighter our ensemble will be! Discounts of 10% when purchasing more than 1 class at a time. Meet the instructors: James Gascoyne is a multi-instrumentalist, composer, and teacher based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Originally from Louisville, KY, James has been an active participant in the NYS Capital Region arts community since 2004. He has toured nationally with a variety of groups, at times performing on bass, guitar, drums, and vocals, all the while maintaining an active local performing and recording schedule as well as teaching privately when time allows. James regularly performs with Oona Grady as their duo, Drank The Gold, specializing in traditional Irish and American fiddle tunes and folk songs, as well as original compositions and arrangements, plus newly formed bluegrass quintet The Millstone Rounders. With a passion for sharing his musical experience with others, he’s led various workshops at times on guitar, mandolin, banjo, ukulele, and bass for the Caffe Lena School of Music, Dance Flurry Festival, GrassRoots Culture Camp, and Winter Village Music Camp. Oona Grady is a musician and educator living in Saratoga Springs, New York. She performs with the duo Drank The Gold, a band specializing in creative arrangements of traditional Irish and American fiddle music, folk songs, and original compositions, as well as with other projects including The Grady Girls, Folk Club Kids, Carolyn Shapiro, and newest project The Millstone Rounders. Oona grew up in Ithaca, NY, nurtured by a family and community with a deep love of music. After receiving a grounding in Suzuki violin and Irish fiddle, she began performing with her family band as a teenager, and moved to Ireland at age eighteen to continue her music studies at University College Cork, graduating with a B.Mus. in 2008. Oona works as a recording artist (credits include strings on What a Night'll Do, Dr. Dog), manages a private music teaching studio, and is a founding teacher at the Caffe Lena School of Music. She also works as a guest instructor for weekend workshops and summer programs, including GrassRoots Culture Camp, the Flurry Festival, Winter Village Music Camp, and the Ithaca Suzuki Institute. #youthclass

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Folk Club Kids
2026-05-27 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-05-20 10:30 - 11:00, 2026-05-13 10:30 - 11:00
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Folk Club Kids: Stories, Songs, and Sing-a-longs Wednesdays 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. https://www.caffelena.org/folk-club-kids/ Join Dan Berggren, Arielle Woodul and Connor Armbruster for Folk Club Kids: a free weekly interactive concert series for preschoolers and their caregivers. Children are treated to 30 minutes of live music in a welcoming, inclusive environment. Inspire a love of music, community, and togetherness each week, learn, play, make friends and have fun! This program is made possible by Andy and Bill Spence.

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Open Mic
2026-05-25 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-18 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-05-11 19:00 - 21:00
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OPEN MIC NIGHTDOORS 6:00PM // SIGN UP 6:30PM // SHOW STARTS 7:00PMPlay your song on the Caffe’s famous stage! During the past three decades, Lena’s open mic has been recognized with “Best Of” awards from Metroland Magazine, The Alt Weekly, The Saratogian Reader’s Poll and Saratoga’s Fab Five. Just like at our weekend shows, all attention is focused on the stage. OUR HOSTSFirst Monday – Rick Bolton Second Monday – Carolyn Shapiro Third Monday – Ray Pashoukos Fourth Monday – Kate Blain HERE’S WHAT TO EXPECT:Every Monday. All ages, all styles. Originals encouraged but not required.Please leave a $3-$5 donation for our non-profit organization if you’re able to.Doors open at 6:00 PM. Sign-up is 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM / Show at 7:00 / 2 songs or 10 minutes /Sign up is first come first serveYou are welcome to use our Yamaha studio upright acoustic piano or acoustic Martin guitar. We can play your MP3 backing track through our sound system. You are welcome to bring amps and drums BUT set up and break down is part of your 10 minutes.Coffee & Cookies are available for purchase in the Lobby. No alcohol! We like to keep our Monday nights family friendly.Play Nice! We foster a diverse community that has a great time making art and helping one another get better. Excessive profanity, explicit sexual themes, and “humor” that unkindly targets a specific group undermines this goal. It is up to the discretion of the host to enforce the house standards. CONTACT USIf you have any questions you can give us a call at 518-583-0022 or email our Monday House Manager: artur@caffelena.org

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Sawyer Fredericks
2026-05-23 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-05-22 20:00 - 22:00
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Sawyer Fredericks is an award-winning Americana singer-songwriter from a small family farm in upstate New York, known for his emotive vocals, honest storytelling, and raw, roots-driven sound. At just 16, he gained national attention as the winner of Season 8 of The Voice, captivating millions with his soulful interpretations and grounded presence. Since then, Sawyer has carved his own artistic path, choosing independence and creative freedom over industry expectations. His debut album A Good Storm established him as a rising force, while his self-released albums Hide Your Ghost and Flowers For You deepened his artistic identity, earning critical acclaim and top honors at the Independent Music Awards. Songs like “Born” and “Amen” resonated far beyond the folk world, landing on SiriusXM, curated folk playlists, and playlists celebrating authentic modern songwriting. In 2025, Sawyer released No Need To Wonder, a folk-rock album shaped by themes of home, environmental responsibility, personal reflection, and the ties that bind us to the land and to one another. The work reflects his lived experience — rooted, introspective, and deeply connected to nature. SAMPLE SONG Whether performing solo or with his band, Sawyer invites audiences into an intimate musical space where vulnerability, story, and melody become shared ground. Praise for Sawyer Fredericks: “Fredericks has put on full display his talents, from songwriting to singing and a command of his instrument that continues to grow.” – The Daily Gazette “I’m convinced he would’ve had a place in The Band if they ever needed a distinctive rural voice.” – Americana Highways Expect a performance that’s stirring, soulful, and full of heart. Stream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Live stream available for $5 – 100% of live stream tickets on CaffeLenaTV benefit the artists. Subscribe for unlimited live streaming, two week access to recent shows, and Caffe Lena's video archive. Note: Caffe Lena does not permit ticket reselling above face value. Tickets purchased for the purpose of resale may be canceled without notice, and refunds for such purchases will not be granted.

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Music With Miss Deb
2026-05-22 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-05-15 09:30 - 10:30
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Experience this interactive and fun exploration of music with Miss Deb! Birth – 4 years old We will sing songs, move around, play with colorful props and play percussion instruments while enjoying and learning about music in an organic learning environment. Songs from other cultures will be included along with traditional folk songs. Fun for the whole family! #youthclass

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School of Music Slow Jam
2026-05-21 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-14 13:00 - 15:00
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All are Welcome!WE LOVE TO MEET NEW PICKERS,AND WE LOVE PUTTING ON A GOOD SHOW FOR LISTENERS!This weekly program is made possible by the generous support of PHLY Foundation! THERE ARE NO PRE-SHOW RESERVATIONS FOR THE JAMS! SUGGESTED DONATION AT THE DOOR. $5.00 per person Our jams are all about sharing songs, making new friends, and enjoying a relaxing and casual evening of irresistible string band music. ALL are welcome to join the circle for an afternoon or evening playing and listening to classic grass, new grass and folk favorites. We sometimes refer to our genre as eclectic acoustic. Red Spruce and Adirondack Song Dogs will kick off each session with a few tunes then open the floor for musicians to lead their favorite bluegrass tunes and folk music, backed up by the other pickers in the gathering. Simple tunes are always popular! So sharpen up your axe, come prepared with your song, and let us hear some good old fast, high and lonesome, some slow and low, or a good old favorite. All are welcome! What is a Slow Jam? It is a group of string instrument players and singers who get together to have fun making music. The “slow” modifier indicates that it is targeted to the following musicians: people who have been playing solo and want to get used to playing in a group setting: people who have just learned how to play and want to play with others; people who have instruments that have been gathering dust for a “few” years; experienced players who are trying out playing instruments other than their primary instrument; people who are comfortable playing their instrument but want to become more comfortable singing/leading a song.. The tunes are played at 80 to 110 BPM and usually in basic keys such a G, A, D, C major, but it always sounds great to play in some minor keys such as “a”, “e”, and “g”. We will try to avoid “jam busters.” It is our hope that after this experience you will feel more comfortable playing at the many open jams and open mics that can be found in our area. ﻿

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Bluegrass Jam
2026-05-20 19:00 - 21:00
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All are welcome to join the circle for an evening playing and listening to classic grass, new grass and folk favorites. Red Spruce will kick off each session with a few tunes then open the floor for musicians to lead their favorite bluegrass tunes and folk music, backed up by the other pickers in the gathering. Simple tunes are always popular! So sharpen up your axe, come prepared with your song, and let us hear some good old fast, high and lonesome, some slow and low, or a good old favorite. All are welcome!!

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Rochmon Record Club Listening Party: Led Zeppelin II
2026-05-19 19:00 - 21:00
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On Tuesday, May 19, Rochmon Record Club will converge at Caffe’ Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, to listen to and learn about Led Zeppelin’s second album, appropriately named “Led Zeppelin II”. When he started Led Zeppelin, Jimmy Page wanted a band capable of creating music of light and shade. He got it. After the success of “Led Zeppelin I”, Plant, Page, Jones, and Bonham hit the road touring Europe once and America 3 times in 1969, recording when they could and releasing their second album a scant 10 months after their first. “Led Zeppelin II” is filled with classic Led Zep songs, including “Whole Lotta Love”, “Heartbreaker”, “Living Loving Maid”, “Ramble On”, “What Is and What Should Never Be”, “Bring It On Home”, and 3 more "Hammer of the Gods", ground-shaking songs. As always, for Rochmaniacs at a distance, Rochmon Record Club will also be streaming live on Caffè Lena TV. Livestream available for $5 – 100% of live stream tickets on CaffeLenaTV benefit the artists. Subscribe for unlimited live streaming, two week access to recent shows, and Caffe Lena's video archive. A Rochmon Record Club Listening Party is meant to inform and deepen our understanding of the history of the individual performers, songs, and stories that went into the making of this classic album. By listening together, we hear the music again for the first time. ﻿Note: Caffe Lena does not permit ticket reselling above face value. Tickets purchased for the purpose of resale may be canceled without notice, and refunds for such purchases will not be granted. ﻿

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Open Mic [Parent]
2026-05-18 19:00 - 21:00
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Open Mic night Doors 6:00pm // Sign up 6:30pm // Show starts 7:00pmPlay your song on the Caffe’s famous stage! During the past three decades, Lena’s open mic has been recognized with “Best Of” awards from Metroland Magazine, The Alt Weekly, The Saratogian Reader’s Poll and Saratoga’s Fab Five. Just like at our weekend shows, all attention is focused on the stage. Our HostsFirst Monday – Rick Bolton Second Monday – Carolyn Shapiro Third Monday – Ray Pashoukos Fourth Monday – Kate Blain Here’s what to expect:Every Monday. All ages, all styles. Originals encouraged but not required.Please leave a $3-$5 donation for our non-profit organization if you’re able to.Doors open at 6:00 PM / Sign-up is 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM / Show at 7:00 / 2 songs or 10 minutesSign up is first come first serveYou are welcome to use our Yamaha studio upright acoustic piano or acoustic Martin guitar. We can play your MP3 backing track through our sound system. You are welcome to bring amps and drums BUT set up and break down is part of your 10 minutes.Limited Open Mic menu available. No alcohol! We like to keep our Monday nights family friendly.Play Nice! We foster a diverse community that has a great time making art and helping one another get better. Excessive profanity, explicit sexual themes, and “humor” that unkindly targets a specific group undermines this goal. It is up to the discretion of the host to enforce the house standards.Contact usIf you have any questions you can give us a call at 518-583-0022 or email our Monday House Manager: Artur artur@caffelena.org.

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Mandolin Vitamins - Tunes, Techniques and Ensemble Music
2026-05-18 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-05-11 10:00 - 12:00
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Attention Mandolin, Octave Mandolin, Mandola and Mandocello Players – This class is intended for advanced beginner and up mandolin family players and is limited to 10 students. The class will run from 10:00 till 12 May 4th, 11th and 18th. Alan Epstein has been playing mandolin for the past 54 years and has been teaching others to play mandolin for 30 years. Originally from Pittsburgh, Pa, he has lived in the Capital District since 2008 and is currently living in Glens falls, NY. Alan has preformed in bluegrass bands in Colorado, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Michigan and New York. In 2002 Alan was the founder of the modern day Pittsburgh Mandolin Orchestra. and has been a Wernick Method Bluegrass Jam instructor since 2012.

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STOP MOTION TOUR ‘26 : An Evening with ANDREW DUHON
2026-05-16 20:00 - 22:00
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Born, raised, shaped, and inspired by his hometown of New Orleans, Louisiana, Andrew Duhon tours performing songs that are as much about recognizing our shared stories as they are about telling his own. Rounding out the touring trio are two of his most trusted collaborators—Myles Weeks (James Hunter Six, Eric Lindell) on bass and Jim Kolacek (Feufollett) on drums. Blending the gritty, bluesy, folksy, country sounds of his home with the experience of traversing the country and immersing himself in the broad array of cultures across the American landscape, Andrew’s music creates real connection between former strangers through song. As he puts it, “When a song written by a stranger heals you, even in the smallest way, that's a connection beyond entertainment.” Andrew has shared stages with Guster, Blind Pilot, and Amos Lee, among others, and has performed at major festivals across the US including New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, Milwaukee Summerfest, Bonnaroo, and Americanafest. His music has been featured in Rolling Stone Magazine, Jam In The Van, Meat Church, as well as in Glide Magazine, No Depression, and American Songwriter. SAMPLE SONG Can't make it to the show in person? Stream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Enjoy two weeks of access with your live stream ticket. ﻿Note: Caffe Lena does not permit ticket reselling above face value. Tickets purchased for the purpose of resale may be canceled without notice, and refunds for such purchases will not be granted.

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Tai Chi & Qi Gong For Musicians (and everyone) with Mark Tolstrup
2026-05-16 13:00 - 14:00
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Tai Chi & Qi Gong have many methods for increasing flexibility, circulation, breath control and reducing stress. In this class you techniques in all of these areas. These methods are traditionally practiced for health and well being and they have specific benefits that will help musicians play and perform. These techniques are all fairly simple to learn and can be done anywhere with no special equipment. Mark Tolstrup has taught Tai Chi, Qi gong and related practices for over 35 years at the Tai Chi Center in Saratoga Springs, NY. www.the-taichi-center.com Mark is also a performing musicians. In this class he will share practices the will be beneficial to musicians and everyone.

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House of Hamill
2026-05-15 20:00 - 22:00
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Fiery fiddles. Lush harmonies. Stories that spark laughter and goosebumps alike. House of Hamill wasn’t planned — it was born from a string of cancelled flights and a few leaps of faith. When Rose Baldino (Burning Bridget Cleary) found herself missing bandmates at the 2014 Folk Alliance International conference, she recruited Brian Buchanan of Enter the Haggis to join her onstage. The chemistry was instant. Years later, another flight mishap brought bassist Caroline Browning into the fold — and just like that, the trio was complete. Today, Pennsylvania-based House of Hamill is a beloved fixture on festival stages nationwide, known for electrifying performances that blend Celtic tradition with contemporary folk energy. Whether they’re tearing through original jigs and reels, delivering breathtaking three-part harmonies, or sharing road stories that leave audiences roaring with laughter, this is a band that captures a room from the very first note. Their original song “Banks of the Brandywine” earned the Grand Prize in the 2024 John Lennon Songwriting Contest, and their all-violin cover of “Sweet Child O’ Mine” has garnered more than 16 million views, introducing listeners around the world to their inventive musicianship. Their newest album, Wildfire, represents the band at full creative strength — packed with lyrical depth, sophisticated arrangements, and unforgettable hooks. The record climbed to the #1 spot on the FAI Folk Charts, with “The Highwayman” also taking the top song position and the band named #1 Overall Artist in August 2024. The album was also among the Top 10 most-played on U.S. folk radio and earned the trio finalist honors for Group of the Year at the International Acoustic Music Awards. But accolades only tell part of the story. House of Hamill is, above all, a live band — vibrant, magnetic, and deeply connected to their audience. Their shows balance virtuosic playing with warmth, humor, and the kind of musical joy that reminds us why we gather in listening rooms in the first place. SAMPLE SONG If you love high-energy folk, Celtic-inspired musicianship, and performances that leave you smiling long after the final encore, this is a night not to miss. Stream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Livestream available for $5 – 100% of live stream tickets on CaffeLenaTV benefit the artists. Subscribe for unlimited live streaming, two week access to recent shows, and Caffe Lena's video archive. ﻿Note: Caffe Lena does not permit ticket reselling above face value. Tickets purchased for the purpose of resale may be canceled without notice, and refunds for such purchases will not be granted.

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Abigail Lapel
2026-05-14 19:00 - 21:00
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“Abigail writes songs that stop you right in your tracks.” — Brooklyn Vegan Award-winning Toronto songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Abigail Lapell brings her spellbinding new music to Caffè Lena — a voice both timeless and unmistakably her own. Lapell returns with More Songs About Love, the extended companion to her JUNO-nominated album Anniversary. Produced with Tony Dekker of Great Lake Swimmers and recorded inside a 200-year-old church in Niagara-on-the-Lake, the album carries a haunting resonance — every note shaped by natural acoustics that feel almost otherworldly. The result is a collection of love songs that shimmer with intimacy, balancing luminous ballads, intricate fingerstyle guitar, and raw poetic storytelling. A three-time Canadian Folk Music Award winner with more than 60 million streams, Lapell has steadily earned recognition as a thoughtful and distinctive voice in contemporary folk. Her songs explore longing, devotion, memory, and the passage of time with breathtaking honesty — transforming familiar themes into something mysterious, cinematic, and deeply felt. Critics have called her work “understated yet seductive” (No Depression) and “the new generation’s heart-rending answer to Tapestry’s call” (Exclaim!). Whether performing at SXSW, Americanafest, or major folk festivals across North America and Europe, Lapell captivates audiences with a stage presence that is both powerful and disarmingly intimate. At Caffè Lena — where listening is an art — her music will have the space it deserves. SAMPLE SONG Join us for an unforgettable evening of haunting melodies, emotional depth, beautifully crafted songwriting and the kind of performance that invites deep listening. This is folk music at its most transportive — and an artist you’ll be grateful to discover. Stream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Livestream available for $5 – 100% of live stream tickets on CaffeLenaTV benefit the artists. Subscribe for unlimited live streaming, two week access to recent shows, and Caffe Lena's video archive. Note: Caffe Lena does not permit ticket reselling above face value. Tickets purchased for the purpose of resale may be canceled without notice, and refunds for such purchases will not be granted.

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John Gorka
2026-05-13 19:30 - 21:30
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“…the leading singer/songwriter of the New Folk movement.” — Rolling Stone Few voices in contemporary folk are as instantly recognizable as John Gorka’s. With a rich baritone that carries both gravity and warmth, Gorka has spent more than four decades writing songs that are thoughtful, wry, deeply human, and beautifully crafted. He first found his footing in the late 1970s at the legendary Pennsylvania coffeehouse Godfrey Daniels, where he lived in the basement, ran sound, and absorbed the influence of visiting folk greats. From there, he stepped into the famed Fast Folk circle in New York City, won the Kerrville New Folk Award in 1984, and soon emerged as one of the defining songwriters of his generation. Since the release of his debut album I Know in 1987, Gorka has built a remarkable catalog of critically acclaimed recordings. His songs blend intelligence, tenderness, and quiet wit, and have been recorded and performed by artists including Mary Chapin Carpenter, Nanci Griffith, and Mary Black. Over the years, he has appeared on Austin City Limits, Mountain Stage, and stages across North America and Europe, earning a devoted international following. John’s music moves fluidly between the intimate and the expansive. His lyrics linger. His melodies unfold gently but with purpose. And live, in a listening room like Caffè Lena, every nuance has space to breathe. SAMPLE SONG Join us for an evening with one of folk music’s most enduring and beloved voices — a songwriter whose work continues to resonate with depth, honesty, and heart. Stream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Livestream available for $5 – 100% of live stream tickets on CaffeLenaTV benefit the artists. Subscribe for unlimited live streaming, two week access to recent shows, and Caffe Lena's video archive. ﻿Note: Caffe Lena does not permit ticket reselling above face value. Tickets purchased for the purpose of resale may be canceled without notice, and refunds for such purchases will not be granted. ﻿

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Gary Louris of The Jayhawks
2026-05-10 19:00 - 21:00
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A Master Songwriter • Alt-Country Pioneer • Voice of The Jayhawks Few artists have shaped the sound of modern Americana quite like Gary Louris. As the longtime frontman, songwriter, and creative force behind The Jayhawks, Louris helped define a generation of roots-influenced rock with music celebrated for its emotional depth, luminous melodies, and timeless craftsmanship. Over more than three decades, his artistry and integrity have earned him a devoted international following and the deep respect of fellow musicians. Beyond The Jayhawks, Louris has explored an extraordinary range of collaborations. He has been a founding member of the alt-rock collective Golden Smog, worked with artists including Wilco, Lucinda Williams, Nickel Creek, and Counting Crows, and contributed songs to GRAMMY®-winning projects by The Chicks and Tedeschi Trucks Band. Whether producing, writing, or performing, his musical voice remains unmistakable. It’s thoughtful, melodic, and deeply human. Louris’s solo work reveals the same emotional clarity that has long defined his songwriting. His most recent release, Dark Country (Thirty Tigers), arrived to widespread acclaim, with Spin naming it one of the standout albums of 2025. Introspective yet expansive, the record highlights a songwriter still pushing forward while remaining rooted in the traditions that shaped him. At Caffè Lena, audiences can expect an intimate evening with one of America’s great songwriters. His music is delivered with warmth, honesty, and the quiet power of a seasoned storyteller. It’s a rare opportunity to experience Gary Louris up close, where every lyric lands and every note resonates. SAMPLE SONG Join us for a night of beautifully crafted songs from an artist whose work continues to influence and inspire. Stream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Livestream available for $5 – 100% of live stream tickets on CaffeLenaTV benefit the artists. Subscribe for unlimited live streaming, two week access to recent shows, and Caffe Lena's video archive. Note: Caffe Lena does not permit ticket reselling above face value. Tickets purchased for the purpose of resale may be canceled without notice, and refunds for such purchases will not be granted.

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