Beekman Street Art Fair (on Beekman St!)
2025-06-01 10:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Caffè Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
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Beekman Street Art Fair Sunday, June 1 – 10 AM – 5 PM Join us on Beekman Street in Saratoga's Arts District for a one-day, fun-day Sunday! The Fair features a juried fine art and craft show featuring 61 artists, a live music tent booked and amplified by Caffe Lena, and food trucks along Beekman Street from Washington Street to West Circular. Held rain or shine, this event is family-friendly with free admission. Beekman Street Art Fair is produced by the Saratoga Springs Arts District, with a generous Community Arts Grant from Saratoga Arts funded by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature. We have a great line-up of live bands to offer you! SCHEDULE 10 am Folk Club Kids with Oona Grady, James Gascoyne & Dan Berggren 11 am Question of the Century 12 pm Lovella & The Seth Warden Band 1 pm Prakash Slim 2 pm Mostly Modern Ensemble 3 pm Millstone Rounders 4 pm Reese Fulmer & The Carriage House Band ARTIST INFORMATION Folk Club Kids with Oona, James & Dan Start your day with bouncy fiddle, banjo and guitar tunes and original songs with a special message for children! Question of the Century Francis Davies and Ellie Ushakov are fans of 1960s folk music. They make original music together as Question of the Century, deploying traditional instruments, singing in harmony, and keeping their lyrics smart and spare. Lovella with The Seth Warden Band Teen singer-songwriter Lovella writes expansive, emotional pop songs. She writes the lyrics, and her Dad, music teacher, band leader and singer-songwriter Seth Warden, writes the music. Prakash Slim Prakash discovered his love for traditional American blues while growing up on the other side of the world in rural Nepal. His mastery of the tradition comes from endless hours studying the great blues masters, including Charley Patton, Robert Johnson, Bukka White, Fred McDowell, Mississippi John Hurt and Blind Blake. Mostly Modern Ensemble With a vibrant string quartet and percussion, they blend classical, Celtic, Latin, film scores, and modern tunes into an energetic, interactive experience. Millstone Rounders This diverse band of A-list musicians creates set lists like no other! A gospel hymn might be followed by an old English ballad, a jug band breakdown, an Irish pub song, some country blues, and then a rollicking Scottish fiddle tune. Reese Fulmer & The Carriage House Band With a rotating cast of talented players, a broad and dynamic body of work, and a refusal to set anything in stone, their shows are always fresh, full of joy, and hard to describe. Think Wilco with hints of Prine and Zappa.

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A twelve-time Blues Music Award nominee and four-time winner — including B.B. King Entertainer of the Year and Contemporary Blues Female Artist of the Year — Vanessa Collier is a force of nature. Her newest album, Do It My Own Way (out September 13 via Phenix Fire Records), is a bold and deeply personal collection inspired by the golden era of Memphis soul, with modern messages of empowerment and resilience. From the anthemic title track to the gospel-tinged “Rosetta” and the empowering “Wild As a Rainstorm,” Collier’s show is a masterclass in soulful storytelling and high-impact performance.
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The purpose of this class is to allow acoustic musicians to work on Bluegrass Duet repertoire with a musical partner. Early groups such as the Blue Sky Boys, the Monroe Brothers, the Louvin Brothers, and the Delmore Brothers helped develop the roots of the sound that we know as bluegrass. Each week we will listen to recorded examples of these and other duet and bluegrass artists and will work on singing and playing some of their best known songs.
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Attention Mandolin, Octave Mandolin, Mandola and Mandocello Players – The purpose of this is 4 week, in person, class is for everyone to improve their mandolin skills. Each week we will spend time on right and left hand techniques, learn some new tunes and play Mandolin Ensemble pieces. This class is intended for advanced beginner and up mandolin family players and is limited to 12 students. The class will run from 1:00 till 2:30 on May 5, 12, 19 and June 2.
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OPEN MIC NIGHT
SIGN UP 6:30PM // SHOW STARTS 7:00PM
Play 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 HOSTS
First 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.
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 serve
You 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.
Full table service (see menu). 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.

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If you have any questions you can give us a call at 518-583-0022 or email our Monday House Manager: Reese @caffelena.org

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https://www.caffelena.org/folk-club-kids/
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Melissa Anderson is a poet born, raised, and working in upstate New York. A multidisciplinary craftsperson, her work is deeply influenced by a search for connection with the physical world, changing seasons, and our relationships with the places we call home. She co-runs the slam poetry team Slam Euphoria, as well as their bi-monthly poetry open mic at Cafe Euphoria in Troy NY. Her work has been published online with Cathexis Northwest Press. Her first poetry collection, Dogstar Poems, is published through Main Street Rag Press.
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All are Welcome!
WE LOVE TO MEET NEW PICKERS,
AND WE LOVE PUTTING ON A GOOD SHOW FOR LISTENERS!
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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A true force of nature, Carolyn Wonderland delivers blues with grit, grace, and an unshakable voice that can raise the rafters or still a room. Hailed as “The Bluesman” by Aretha Franklin and praised by Bob Dylan for her songwriting, Wonderland is a genre-shaping guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter whose life story reads like a legend—and whose live shows burn with passion and presence.
Raised in Houston, trained on her mother’s vintage Martin, Carolyn picked up guitar before dolls and grew up immersed in the Texas blues tradition, swapping songs with Townes Van Zandt and sneaking into clubs as a teenager. She’s been on the road ever since—sharing stages with Bonnie Raitt, Los Lobos, Levon Helm, Buddy Guy, and Johnny Winter, and earning praise from No Depression, Austin City Limits, and Rolling Stone.

Multi-instrumentalist (guitar, trumpet, accordion, lap steel, piano), whistler, and fierce storyteller
Former lead guitarist in John Mayall’s band
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Touring for over 25 years across the U.S., Europe, South America, and Japan

With a discography that spans raw blues, gospel, country soul, and rebel rock, Carolyn’s songs are personal and political, joyful and searing. Her latest releases continue a decades-long legacy of truth-telling and genre-bending, cementing her status as one of the most powerful blueswomen of our time.
Come experience the fire, the finesse, and the fierce joy of Carolyn Wonderland—live and up close at Caffè Lena.
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Join us for a special Mostly Modern Concert at Caffè Lena, where world-class performers from Carnegie Hall, Broadway, and Lincoln Center bring modern music to life!
Part of the Mostly Modern Festival (MMF), performances foster connection through vital, inspiring music​. Mostly Modern also showcases and celebrates living composers at engaging and fun-filled concerts. Performances feature world premieres, and timeless classics.
The MMF Institute offers musicians and composers a chance to work with distinguished faculty in orchestra, vocal, and chamber music, fostering collaboration and artistic growth. These concerts are designed to inspire, connect, and enrich audiences, with performances held not only at Caffè Lena but also in public spaces and in venues across the world.
Join us at Caffè Lena for a special Mostly Modern Concert and be a part of this extraordinary musical journey. This event sold out for the past two years in a row so get your tickets today!
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Passion, humor, joy, and – most of all – hope, are elements of Glen David Andrews’ music, which combines jazz, gospel, rock, blues and funk.
New Orleans soul, second-line swagger, and a voice that can shake the rafters.
Glen David Andrews, a native of New Orleans’ legendary Tremé neighborhood, is more than a world-class performer—he’s a cultural torchbearer, a powerhouse of musical passion, and a fearless advocate for the spirit of his city.
Known for his commanding vocals, fierce trombone playing, and soul-stirring stage presence, Glen fuses the heart of New Orleans brass tradition with the electricity of gospel, jazz, funk, rock, and blues. He doesn’t just play music—he preaches it, lives it, and transforms the room with it.
Backed by his high-powered ensemble, The Glen David Andrews Band delivers a live experience that’s joyful, raw, rebellious, and unforgettably real. His music is packed with hard-earned truths, humor, compassion, and boundless hope.
Born into a musical dynasty that includes his brother Derrick Tabb (Rebirth Brass Band) and cousin Trombone Shorty, Glen learned his craft alongside brass band legends like Tuba Fats. Now a headliner at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and a global ambassador for his city’s traditions, he brings all of that energy and history to the Caffè Lena stage—for one incredible night.
Come ready to move, shout, and feel every note. New Orleans is coming to Saratoga, and it’s going to be unforgettable.
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Online School of Music: Gretchen Peters Songwriting Intensive
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A two-part online songwriting intensive with Gretchen Peters
For over two decades, Gretchen Peters has been one of Nashville's most beloved and respected artists. Inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2014 by singer-songwriter Rodney Crowell, who called her "both a songwriter and a poet,” Peters has accumulated accolades as a songwriter for artists as diverse as Etta James, Bonnie Raitt, The Neville Brothers, Patty Loveless, George Strait, Bryan Adams and Faith Hill. Her song “Independence Day” won a CMA Song of the Year award in 1995. She has been nominated for 2 Grammys, a Golden Globe, and numerous other awards.
Part One: Sundays April 27 – May 18, 2025
Part Two: Sundays June 8, 15, 22, 29, 2025
On ZOOM 2pm ET / 1pm CT / 12pm MT / 11am PT
( the two week break between is time for implementing what you learned in preparation for part two)
Each class will run approximately 2 hours. All sessions are recorded and will be made available for review within 48 hours.
One of the oldest phrases in any language is ‘tell me a story.’ Songwriting is storytelling, and telling your story in a compelling way is all about authenticity and detail. It’s about what you say, and what you don’t say. It’s about the truth, but not necessarily the facts.
In this workshop, we’ll explore the process of songwriting—the art and the craft, and the delicate balance between the two. We’ll learn how to keep a sense of creative play and when (and how) to welcome your inner critic into the room. We’ll find ways to work through “writer’s block.” We’ll learn that only through the specific do you achieve the universal—and that’s the holy grail in songwriting and all writing. We write to find out who we are, and in the process we find out we are not alone. – Gretchen
Class Description
This 2 month intensive workshop with Gretchen will be divided into two parts.
In Part One, we’ll focus on:

Writing authentically: how to build the back story for your characters
Using detail and imagery in your lyrics
Using your subconscious as your compass
How to keep your sense of creative play alive and when to “invite the editor” into the writing room
Finding and fine-tuning your melody and chords
Structure: song forms and rhyme schemes

In Part Two, you will bring your songs to play for Gretchen and the class each week, and we’ll use these feedback sessions as “teachable moments” for the whole class. This is where a lot of the lessons of the previous four weeks really sink in – seeing the concepts we’ve talked about actually put into practice. You will “graduate” with many more tools for your songwriting toolkit, including:

Focusing your song’s POV – thinking of songs filmically
How to access your subconscious during the writing process
How verse order can change everything
Why it’s better to let the song tell you “what it’s about”
How to edit your song, and what to look out for in the editing process
What to do when you’re stuck
Songwriting prompts
The care and feeding of your creative self

Bring to our first class
Pen & paper or your preferred way of taking notes
An open heart and mind
How to prepare:
In addition, please do Morning Pages for at least one week leading up to the class. Click here for a description of Morning Pages. It is ESSENTIAL that you do this exercise first thing in the morning – before coffee, before breakfast, before anything. Do not edit, cross out, analyze or otherwise “judge” your three pages – don’t think, just write. This is meant to be stream of consciousness writing – it doesn’t need to have form, rhyme, or shape. You will not be required to show your Morning Pages to the class; it’s for your eyes only

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Sean Rowe
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Rooted in the woods of the Capital Region yet known on stages around the world, Sean Rowe brings his unmistakable voice and soulful, poetic songwriting back to Caffè Lena.
With a baritone described by NPR’s All Songs Considered as capable of "crushing granite," Rowe delivers songs that are both tender and thunderous. The Wall Street Journal calls his voice and approach “timeless,” evoking the intensity of late-'60s Van Morrison and the raw honesty of Johnny Cash. Whether playing Mountain Jam, Wilco’s Solid Sound Festival, or sharing bills with Robert Plant and Alabama Shakes, Rowe commands attention wherever he goes.
His song “To Leave Something Behind” reached millions through the film The Accountant and his national TV debut on Jimmy Kimmel Live introduced his intimate style to an even wider audience.
Rowe’s latest album, The Darkness Dressed in Colored Lights — recorded with Grammy-winning engineer Brian Joseph (Bon Iver) — sees him expanding his sound while staying true to his lyrical depth. PopMatters praised his songwriting for its "poetic storytelling quality you expect from Tom Waits and Leonard Cohen."
Also a passionate naturalist and forager, Rowe’s music is deeply connected to the land, offering listeners a raw and reflective experience.
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Join us for an evening of unforgettable songs and stories, live in our listening room — or stream the show worldwide on CaffeLenaTV, with two weeks of access included.

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Mandolin Vitamins - Tunes, Techniques and Ensemble Music
2025-06-09 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-06-16 10:00 - 11:30
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Attention Mandolin, Octave Mandolin, Mandola and Mandocello Players – The purpose of this is 4 week, in person, class is for everyone to improve their mandolin skills. Each week we will spend time on right and left hand techniques, learn some new tunes and play Mandolin Ensemble pieces. This class is intended for advanced beginner and up mandolin family players and is limited to 12 students. The class will run from 10:00 till 11:15 on June 9, 16, 23, 30.
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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Open Mic
2025-06-09 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-16 19:00 - 21:00
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OPEN MIC NIGHT
SIGN UP 6:30PM // SHOW STARTS 7:00PM
Play 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 HOSTS
First 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.
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 serve
You 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.
Full table service (see menu). 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 US
If you have any questions you can give us a call at 518-583-0022 or email our Monday House Manager: Reese @caffelena.org

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JAZZ at Caffè Lena: Chuck Lamb with Special Guest Ken Peplowski
2025-06-10 19:00 - 21:00
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The JAZZ at Caffe Lena series is hosted by resident composer, pianist, and jazz master Chuck Lamb, with support from music producer Joel Moss. Each month, Lamb invites a top-flight jazz artist to join his trio on stage. Lamb, a member of the Brubeck Brothers Quartet since 2002, is not only an exciting and emotive pianist but also a prolific composer of jazz, fusion, classical, and world music. Through these collaborations, the artists stretch their creative boundaries, exploring new musical landscapes and creating spontaneous, exhilarating performances.
This June, Chuck Lamb welcomes special guest: Ken Peplowski, a thoughtful and nuanced clarinetist and tenor saxophonist whose voice has become a distinctive presence in the world of jazz. Peplowski, known for his lyrical phrasing and deep swing sensibility, has recorded over 70 albums as a leader and nearly 400 as a sideman, collaborating with legends such as Mel Tormé, Peggy Lee, and Benny Goodman. His artistry bridges the golden age of swing with contemporary jazz, making him a dynamic and versatile performer.
With Peplowski joining Lamb and his trio, audiences can anticipate an evening of rich improvisation and timeless jazz standards, delivered with both virtuosity and heart.
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This performance promises to be a highlight of the summer jazz calendar, offering an intimate setting to experience master musicians in conversation at one of the country's most storied venues.
﻿Can't make the show in person? Stream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Enjoy two weeks of access with your live stream ticket.

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Folk Club Kids
2025-06-11 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/
Stream live and free on Facebook and Youtube!
Join Dan Berggren and Drank the Gold’s Oona Grady and James Gascoyne 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 the generous support of Kevin & Claudia Bright.
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Pride Open Mic
2025-06-11 19:00 - 21:00
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Bring a poem, a song, an instrument, a story to the 2025 Pride Open Mic at Caffe Lena, sponsored by Saratoga Pride. All are welcome at this evening honoring LGBTQ+ identity!
Saratoga Pride is a welcoming community of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender expansive, queer people and our allies in the greater Saratoga Springs area, offering social and informational events and entertainment, as well as LGBTQ+ resources, networking, and advocacy. We hope you will join us!

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Momentum Series: Driftwood
2025-06-13 20:00 - 22:00
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Upstate NY folk-rock band that blends Americana roots, soulful harmonies, and high-energy rhythms into a dynamic & heartfelt live show.
Hailing from Upstate New York, Driftwood brings their genre-blending sound to Caffè Lena for an unforgettable evening of music that’s equal parts heartfelt and high-energy. Known for their roots in folk, bluegrass, and rock, the band’s live shows are a celebration—dynamic, intimate, and brimming with joy.
With Joe Kollar, Dan Forsyth, Claire Byrne, and Joey Arcuri at the helm, Driftwood showcases a unique, collaborative approach to songwriting. Expect soaring harmonies, electrifying instrumentals, and stories that resonate deeply with every listener. Whether they’re delivering hard-driving rhythms with blazing energy or stripping it all back for a raw, emotional ballad, Driftwood's live show feels like a shared experience—something honest and unrepeatable.
Their latest album, December Last Call, marks a creative homecoming for the band, blending powerful new sounds with the live energy they’re so beloved for. From foot-stomping anthems to hushed, poignant moments, Driftwood creates a show that feels personal and communal—a place where everyone belongs.
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﻿Made possible by the generous support of Joseph & Luann Conlon, in honor of Thom O'Neil.

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Momentum Series: Driftwood
2025-06-14 20:00 - 22:00
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Upstate NY folk-rock band that blends Americana roots, soulful harmonies, and high-energy rhythms into a dynamic & heartfelt live show.
Hailing from Upstate New York, Driftwood brings their genre-blending sound to Caffè Lena for an unforgettable evening of music that’s equal parts heartfelt and high-energy. Known for their roots in folk, bluegrass, and rock, the band’s live shows are a celebration—dynamic, intimate, and brimming with joy.
With Joe Kollar, Dan Forsyth, Claire Byrne, and Joey Arcuri at the helm, Driftwood showcases a unique, collaborative approach to songwriting. Expect soaring harmonies, electrifying instrumentals, and stories that resonate deeply with every listener. Whether they’re delivering hard-driving rhythms with blazing energy or stripping it all back for a raw, emotional ballad, Driftwood's live show feels like a shared experience—something honest and unrepeatable.
Their latest album, December Last Call, marks a creative homecoming for the band, blending powerful new sounds with the live energy they’re so beloved for. From foot-stomping anthems to hushed, poignant moments, Driftwood creates a show that feels personal and communal—a place where everyone belongs.
Sample Song
Stream this show live at CaffeLenaTV. Enjoy two weeks of access with your live stream ticket.
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Jontavious Willis
2025-06-15 19:00 - 21:00
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Blues revivalist Jontavious Willis brings soulful vocals, killer guitar, & deep tradition to Caffè Lena, with his original take on traditional Blues.
Grammy-nominated bluesman Jontavious Willis brings the raw power, joy, and spirit of traditional Blues to Caffè Lena for an unforgettable night of blues music at its finest.
With a sound rooted in Delta, Piedmont, Texas, and Gospel Blues, Willis is breathing new life into the genre—one toe-tapping, soul-stirring song at a time. His virtuosic guitar work, dynamic vocals, and Southern charm have made him a standout in the modern Blues landscape.
Born and raised in rural Georgia and steeped in the Gospel traditions of his hometown church, Jontavious found his calling at age 14 after discovering a video of Muddy Waters performing “Hoochie Coochie Man.” That spark lit a fire that has since earned him widespread acclaim, a Grammy nomination, and a devoted international following.
Mentored by blues legend Taj Mahal—who dubbed him “Wonderboy”—Jontavious made waves opening for Taj Mahal and Keb’ Mo’ on their national TajMo tour. His debut album Blue Metamorphosis won Best Self-Produced CD at the International Blues Challenge, and his follow-up, Spectacular Class, earned a Grammy nomination and confirmed his place as one of the brightest young stars in the genre.
Now signed with Strolling Bones Records, Willis’s upcoming album showcases his evolution as a songwriter, blending timeless tradition with fresh perspective in solo, duo, and full-band arrangements.
Whether he’s fingerpicking a country blues tune or fronting a driving gospel-tinged groove, Jontavious Willis delivers with heart, heritage, and undeniable talent. Join us for a night of music that honors the roots—and carries the Blues forward.
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Let's Sing Together - Songs For Troubled Times
2025-06-17 12:00 - 13:00
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