Caffè Lena

Glen David Andrews
2025-06-07 20:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Caffè Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
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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. Sample Song Can't make it in person to the show? Stream this show live at CaffeLenaTV. Enjoy two weeks of access with your live stream ticket. ﻿

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Whether she’s belting out a New Orleans-style number on her ukulele, singing an original cowboy tune or lush ballad at the piano, this multi-instrumentalist gives vintage sounds a new life. Your kids will love Jenna's fun show!

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Mostly Modern Festival's Downtown Overture
2025-06-06 20:00 - 22:00
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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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Carolyn Wonderland
2025-06-05 19:00 - 21:00
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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
Collaborator with James Williamson (The Stooges), Marcia Ball, Ruthie Foster, Sarah Brown, Cindy Cashdollar, and many more
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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School of Music Slow Jam
2025-06-05 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!

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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Poetry Open Mic Featuring Melissa Anderson
2025-06-04 19:00 - 21:00
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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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10 Week Spring After School Folk Ensembles
2025-06-04 14:30 - 17:30, 2025-05-28 14:30 - 17:30
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Through our after school program, children aged 7 – 14 can study fiddle, guitar, ukulele, banjo, tin whistle, mandolin, bass, percussion and more. Each session consists of 10 weekly 45 minute lessons. Teachers Oona Grady and James Gascoyne will be leading the students in an ensemble format. Ensemble instills the camaraderie that is at the center of the Folk tradition. Ensemble encourages learning to hear and listen musically, and enables students to experience the interdependence of each note and strum within the group.

Classes start 2:45pm, 3:40pm and 4:25pm.

#youthclass

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Folk Club Kids
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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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Storytelling Open Mic Featuring Christie Keegan
2025-06-03 19:00 - 21:00
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For more than thirty years, Christie Keegan has been weaving her up, down, and occasionally sideways experiences into tales that delight her audience. Her stories often transform the personal into the universal, leading listeners to comment “that reminds me of….”.

Family, friends, animals of all kinds, homeless folks, sex workers, people sitting behind a desk, good guys and bad – you never know who will appear in Christie’s stories, but you can be pretty sure you’ll know them, and her, a bit better when she’s done.

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Open MIc
2025-06-02 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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Mandolin Vitamins - Tunes, Techniques and Ensemble Music
2025-06-02 13:00 - 14:30
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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 1:00 till 2:30 on May 5, 12, 19 and June 2.

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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Bluegrass Duets with Alan Epstein and Bruce Thompson
2025-06-02 10:00 - 12:30
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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.

This class is NOT intended for beginning musicians looking to learn the basics of their instruments. Rather, it is aimed at those who can play their acoustic instrument, (guitar, banjo, bass, fiddle, mandolin, dobro) and are interested in exploring the music's roots to help them fine tune their sound with a duet partner.

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Vanessa Collier
2025-06-01 19:00 - 21:00
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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.

Vanessa is appearing with analog warmth and a band stacked with talent, including the legendary Rev. Charles Hodges on organ and the jaw-droppingly brilliant Laura Chavez on guitar — a fiery, soulful player whose solos are pure electricity. Expect dazzling saxophone solos, stirring vocals, and grooves steeped in the legacy of Mavis Staples, Sharon Jones, and Aretha Franklin.

This is music that moves both heart and feet.

A multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and producer, Vanessa Collier doesn’t just play music — she lives it. Don’t miss this chance to experience one of today’s most exciting and inspiring voices in Blues music.

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2025-06-01 13:30 - 16:00
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Beekman Street Art Fair (on Beekman St!)
2025-06-01 10:00 - 17:00
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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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Annie & The Hedonists Album Release Concert
2025-05-31 20:00 - 22:00
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Caffè Lena favorites Annie & the Hedonists return to celebrate the release of their brand new album, Live at Caffè Lena—a dynamic collection of blues, vintage jazz, and Americana recorded right here at Lena’s and produced by Oscar-winning, seven-time Grammy-winning engineer Joel Moss.

This soulful Saratoga-based band blends the spirit of swing-era jazz with the storytelling traditions of folk and roots music. With Annie Rosen’s captivating vocals, the masterful musicianship of Jonny Rosen (guitar), Peter Davis (clarinet, piano), Don Young (bass), and renowned drummer Jerry Marotta (Peter Gabriel, Indigo Girls), the band transforms every performance into a journey through musical history.

Their new album features 11 tracks—8 previously unreleased—and showcases guest appearances from Cliff Lyons (Average White Band) and a traditional jazz horn section. It’s a joyful time capsule of the band’s groove, wit, and timeless sound.

This is the perfect night to experience the Hedonists’ toe-tapping magic,a band that’s been called “a sly, groovy throwback to the Jazz Age” (Caffè Lena Executive Director, Sarah Craig) and “an intoxicating listen” (Joel Moss).

Celebrate the album. Relive the performance. Dance in your seat.

A Note from the Band:

This performance will be extra meaningful for us. Jonny Rosen, recovering from shoulder surgery and unable to play guitar, will pass the reins to the incredible Don Young for the night and lend his talents in other creative ways. We’re also thrilled to welcome Dylan Perrillo on bass and Cliff Lyons on saxophone to the stage. Annie is bouncing back strong with a brand-new knee, and the whole band is grateful for the healing and the music that keeps us moving forward. Join us for a night of celebration, resilience, and the joyful sounds of Live at Caffè Lena!

One night only at the venue where it all began.

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Bright Series: Jenny Owen Youngs
2025-05-30 20:00 - 22:00
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Jenny Owen Youngs returns to her own voice after a stunning, raw, and deeply emotional journey across heartbreak, hope, and joy.

Caffè Lena is thrilled to welcome Jenny Owen Youngs, a powerhouse songwriter and artist whose journey has taken her from crafting chart-topping hits for others to rediscovering her own voice in the stunning new album, Avalanche. After a decade of co-writing smash singles like Panic! At The Disco’s five-times platinum “High Hopes” and Pitbull’s “Bad Man,” Jenny returns to the stage with her first full-length solo album in ten years—an achingly beautiful exploration of loss, resilience, and self-discovery.

Known for her incredible ability to craft songs that resonate deeply, Jenny’s writing has spanned genres and media, with her work appearing in Weeds, Fifty Shades Freed, and performed on the Grammy stage. But with Avalanche, she’s turned the spotlight inward, creating lush, emotionally charged songs that blend her infectious pop sensibilities with dreamy, layered arrangements.

After years of writing for others, launching wildly popular podcasts (Buffering The Vampire Slayer, The eX-Files), and growing as an artist, Jenny is now embracing a new chapter: one where her own stories take center stage. Join us in our intimate listening room to hear the voice and stories behind some of today’s most iconic hits and experience the powerful, raw honesty of her latest work.

Don’t miss this rare chance to see Jenny Owen Youngs up close, sharing the songs that mark her return to center stage. With heartfelt lyrics, soaring melodies, and the warmth of our intimate venue, this will be an unforgettable night of connection through music.

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The Bright Series is made possible by a generous gift from Kevin & Claudia Bright.

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Captain Fun Lunchtime Listening Hour
2025-05-30 12:00 - 13:00
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Bring your lunch & listen to a playlist curated by a Caffe Lena Community member. The May Playlist is by Pam Quinn and her theme is the History of the Blues. The D.J. spinning those records will be the Rochmon himself –Chuck Vosganian!

All are welcome to gather at Lena’s from Noon to 1 PM on the last Friday of each month to enjoy musical memories and new discoveries. The playlist is selected by a different community member each month from the Captain Fun Listening Library of vinyl records in Lena’s lobby. Chuck “Rochmon” Vosganian usually spins the records and gets the conversation flowing. Bring a brown bag lunch. Coffee and tea are provided.

The Captain Fun Listening Library occupying the north wall in the Caffè Lena lobby is comprised of 1,516 vinyl albums and several hundred CDs selected from Al “Captain Fun” McKenney’s expertly curated collection. This treasure trove of folk, blues and jazz was left us in 2015 and we share it through our monthly listening hour, as Al wished.

Enjoy the memories these records bring back, and dig deep into American roots music.

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The 65th Anniversary Folk Heritage Series : Roy Book Binder
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For over 50 years, Roy Book Binder, aka, “The Book,” has been rambling across the globe, keeping the timeless tradition of American blues alive. A true storyteller and master of fingerpicking guitar, Roy has shared stages with Rev. Gary Davis, Pink Anderson, Bonnie Raitt, Hot Tuna, JJ Cale, and more, earning a place among the greats.

Here are just a few of Roy’s accomplishments,

First solo acoustic blues album to receive 5 stars in Downbeat Magazine
In the late 80s he toured the east coast with Bonnie Raitt & appeared on The Grand Ole Opry, which led to his almost 30 appearances on NASHVILLE NOW's, Ralph Emory Show
His latest album The Good Book hit #3 on AirPlayDirect's Americana charts ( #1 was Guy Clark & #2 was the late Townes Van Zandt. Folkdj.org had Roy in the top 3 artists for July.)
He’s been featured on a PBS Special & on NPR’s Fresh Air with Terry Gross
Roy is a regular instructor at Jorma Kaukonen’s Fur Peace Ranch

Roy is not only a blues master but a born entertainer. He gave up his Greenwich Village “pad” in the early 1970’s and lived in his “Tour Bus” for the next 15 years, criss-crossing the US and appearing at festivals throughout Canada & Europe. With his "Tour Bus" in town, every show becomes a one-man blues-fest, full of authentic licks, legendary stories, and music that transcends time.

We are so excited to have Roy back on the Caffè Lena stage! He’s been playing here since 1968! Don’t miss an unforgettable evening with a true blues legend.

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The 65th Anniversary Folk Heritage Series is made possible by the Charlie Pickett & Kathleen Rehl Endowment Fund.

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School of Music Slow Jam
2025-05-29 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!

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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Guitar Workshops with Bruce Thompson
2025-05-29 09:00 - 12:00
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Guitar Workshop

Level 1 and 2

Cost $195 for all 10 sessions. Drop ins $25/per session if space allows

This class will focus on learning basic skills in order to play songs alone or with other players. Each week we will focus on learning specific skills that players can build on to gain confidence while playing. We will also work on playing different styles of music and transposing pieces into various keys. The goal is to provide players information and skills so they are comfortable in various musical environments.

Topics Include:

Open position chords and how they are related to each other

Moving from chord to chord smoothly and in time

Rhythm and strumming techniques

Single note play: Pentatonic scale, lead-ins and fills

Movable chord shapes

Learning new songs

Playing and performing with other musicians

Bruce Thompson teaches guitar workshops and private lessons at the Caffe. Bruce started playing music in elementary school, first on violin and later on guitar and dobro. Influenced by acoustic folk and bluegrass and a love for improvisation, he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Jazz Composition at the Berklee College of Music and played various music styles in the Boston area for ten years. After moving to Saratoga County, NY he raised a family and made music at community, family, and school events. He currently plays in the band Uken Brew and is a fixture in the capital district bluegrass community.

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Lena Go Round-Songwriters Showcase Hosted by Erin Harkes
2025-05-28 19:30 - 21:30
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For 65 years, Caffè Lena has been a place where great artists get their start—a stage where music is more than just sound; it’s stories, community, and discovery. The Lena Go Round continues that tradition, offering a monthly showcase of rising songwriting talent, curated and hosted by powerhouse musician, comedian, entrepreneur, and all around powerhouse, Erin Harkes.

What makes Lena Go Round special?

It is a curated lineup of the best up-and-coming songwriters—handpicked to deliver unforgettable performances
It is a true “in the round” experience—where songwriters take turns sharing their music and stories, creating an intimate and inspiring atmosphere
It is a direct link to Caffè Lena’s legacy—this stage launched careers, and Lena Go Round continues to nurture the next generation of folk, Americana, and indie artists

The lineup changes every month, but one thing is constant: you will always hear something fresh, moving, and unforgettable.

Whether you're a lifelong folk fan or just love discovering the next big thing, Lena Go Round is the place to be.

Come be part of a Capital District must-see event, where the best of the best take the stage before the world catches on.

May's lineup is Sydney Worthley, Jes Hudak and TJ Foster.

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ARTIST BIOS

Erin Harkes

Local favorite Erin Harkes has been called “the busiest woman in show biz” (NYS Music), and for good reason. Regularly voted Best Singer/Songwriter, Solo Musician and Comedian in the Capital Region, she’s a dynamic performer equally at home singing and telling jokes. Since adding stand-up to her repertoire in 2012, Erin has played major comedy clubs across North America and is a regular at Funny Bone Comedy Clubs nationwide. Whether on guitar or behind the mic, she commands attention with her big, soulful voice—often compared to Janis Joplin—and her deeply personal songwriting, shaped by resilience and life’s ups and downs. Erin has shared the stage with national music acts including 10,000 Maniacs and Pat Benatar, and wowed TV audiences with her winning performance on Jimmy Fallon’s Battle of the Instant Bands.

Sydney Worthley:

Sydney Worthley rings out melodies and vocal parts nodding towards Florence and the Machine, while songwriting styles comparable to Taylor Swift and Phoebe Bridgers shine through her songs. By writing from personal brooding memory, Worthley strives to make connections with her audience through her raw lyricism.

"Right when Worthley’s voice struck the microphone, it was easy to hear the effortless power and true passion behind her enchanting voice." -September Sinclair

Jes Hudak :

Jes Hudak is a piano-playing singer/songwriter from Saratoga Springs, NY. She was most known for competing on Bravo's songwriting reality show, Platinum Hit, in which she placed second. She continues to write, record and release her music independently while raising her 2 daughters. You can listen to her new album "Photographic Memory" on all streaming sites.

TJ Foster: Despite wearing a plethora of hats within the industry, these days TJ Foster is probably best known for fronting local indie-punk band, E.R.I.E. (who took home Alt/Indie Artist of the Year at the 2025 Eddies Awards!) and simultaneously playing guitar for songwriter extraordinaire, Sydney Worthley (sometimes even within the same show). The truth is, his prolificity is remarkable, having put out so much music in various projects over the years, it would be a bore to list it all. You’ll just have to trust us.

Lately, he’s received several casual comparisons to Michael Stipe, which he’s yet to understand, other than the fact that he wakes up most days wondering if this truly is the end of the world as we know it.

With songs ranging from achingly existential to sarcastically observant, the throughline that connects them all is earnestness. Whether it be loud and bombastic a la E.R.I.E.’s latest concept effort “The Highs, The Lows, And Everything in Between”, somber and intimate a la his 2018 solo record “First Person Vol. 1”, or even conceptually astute like The Cast Before the Break’s 2007 masterpiece “As Your Shoulders Turn On You”, Foster’s songwriting is rife with emotion and a deep yearning to understand the world around him.

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Peak Jazz Series : The Levin Brothers
2025-05-27 19:00 - 21:00
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For over a decade, brothers Tony Levin (bass) and Pete Levin (keys) have been delighting jazz lovers as The Levin Brothers—a dynamic quartet originally formed as a tribute to the elegant 1950s stylings of Oscar Pettiford and Julius Watkins. Today, their sound has evolved into a compelling blend of nostalgic cool jazz, soulful originals, and reimagined covers of Peter Gabriel, Steely Dan, Paul Simon, Ralph Towner, and more.

From intimate clubs to major jazz festivals, The Levin Brothers have kept their sound fresh by rotating a stellar lineup of guest musicians over the years, including Erik Lawrence, David Spinozza, Jeff Ciampa, Ali Ryerson, and Ken Gioffre. In recent tours, they’ve found a perfect musical match with saxophone virtuoso Pat LaBarbera and drummer Joe LaBarbera—forming a powerhouse quartet of two pairs of brothers, naturally named “Band of Brothers.”

In January 2024, Band of Brothers hit the road for a 14-show West Coast tour, stretching from Southern California to Vancouver and ending in Seattle. By the tour's end, the band was truly on fire—and now, they’re bringing that same magic our way and including sax virtuoso Pat La Barbera. For years Pat was a featured soloist with the Buddy Rich band, as well as a member of Elvin Jones' quartet.

This Caffè Lena performance is part of a Northeast spring tour that marks a long-awaited return for The Levin Brothers. With Tony back from his global tour with Peter Gabriel and Stickmen, and Pete fresh off his European gigs with the Gil Evans Remembered Band, the group is thrilled to reunite and rekindle the spark that’s made them fan favorites in both jazz and progressive music circles.

Expect a night of musical mastery, brotherly banter, and deep grooves from four world-class players who bring decades of experience—and a whole lot of heart—to every performance.

The Peak Jazz Series is made possible by the generous support of Joseph & Luann Conlon in memory of Corrine Simonds.

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Josh Ritter
2025-05-26 19:00 - 21:00
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One of today’s most prolific voices, Josh Ritter has released eleven studio albums including 2019’s widely acclaimed, Fever Breaks, of which NPR Music praised, “He remains a hydrant of ideas while embodying an endless capacity for empathy and indignation, often within a single song.” Celebrated for his richly crafted storytelling, heartfelt lyrics, and enchanting blend of folk, rock, and Americana, Ritter’s songs are often rooted in personal experiences and historical themes. The New York Times reflects, “Harking back to Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen and maybe a little Mark Knopfler, Mr. Ritter has always been a slinger of serious ideas and high-flown imagery.”

In addition to his work as a musician, Ritter is also a national best-selling author, having released two novels to date: 2021’s The Great Glorious Goddamn of It All and 2011’s Bright’s Passage. Released to critical attention, Stephen King wrote in The New York Times Book Review that Bright’s Passage “shines with a compressed lyricism that recalls Ray Bradbury in his prime … This is the work of a gifted novelist.”

His latest album, released in October 2024, Heaven, Or Someplace As Nice, is a nine-song collection, featuring legendary jazz guitarist Bill Frisell. It was recorded live in the studio over just a few days, capturing an intimate and organic sound with minimal overdubs. ​Described by Ritter as his "cosmic cowboy mini-album," these original songs evoke a timeless quality, perfect for listening around a campfire or during a quiet evening at home. Notably, the album includes Ritter's own rendition of "Only A River," a song he originally penned for Bob Weir's 2016 solo record, Blue Mountain, and which Bob Dylan covered during live performances in 2023. ​

Join us at Caffè Lena for a rare opportunity to see Josh Ritter solo in our intimate listening room and immerse yourself in the heartfelt storytelling and rich melodies that define his music.

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Josh Ritter
2025-05-25 19:00 - 21:00
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One of today’s most prolific voices, Josh Ritter has released eleven studio albums including 2019’s widely acclaimed, Fever Breaks, of which NPR Music praised, “He remains a hydrant of ideas while embodying an endless capacity for empathy and indignation, often within a single song.” Celebrated for his richly crafted storytelling, heartfelt lyrics, and enchanting blend of folk, rock, and Americana, Ritter’s songs are often rooted in personal experiences and historical themes. The New York Times reflects, “Harking back to Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen and maybe a little Mark Knopfler, Mr. Ritter has always been a slinger of serious ideas and high-flown imagery.”

In addition to his work as a musician, Ritter is also a national best-selling author, having released two novels to date: 2021’s The Great Glorious Goddamn of It All and 2011’s Bright’s Passage. Released to critical attention, Stephen King wrote in The New York Times Book Review that Bright’s Passage “shines with a compressed lyricism that recalls Ray Bradbury in his prime … This is the work of a gifted novelist.”

His latest album, released in October 2024, Heaven, Or Someplace As Nice, is a nine-song collection, featuring legendary jazz guitarist Bill Frisell. It was recorded live in the studio over just a few days, capturing an intimate and organic sound with minimal overdubs. ​Described by Ritter as his "cosmic cowboy mini-album," these original songs evoke a timeless quality, perfect for listening around a campfire or during a quiet evening at home. Notably, the album includes Ritter's own rendition of "Only A River," a song he originally penned for Bob Weir's 2016 solo record, Blue Mountain, and which Bob Dylan covered during live performances in 2023. ​

Join us at Caffè Lena for a rare opportunity to see Josh Ritter solo in our intimate listening room and immerse yourself in the heartfelt storytelling and rich melodies that define his music.

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Sawyer Fredericks
2025-05-24 20:00 - 21:30
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“Like alchemy, Fredericks fuses elements from blues, roots rock, jazz, and folk to form his own distinct sound. Give a quick listen to this gentleman, and let Fredericks’ sand-textured vocals and honest lyrics whisk you away to the illusion of a simpler time.” – Elissa Ebersold, Nippertown

Americana singer-songwriter, Sawyer Fredericks, hailing from a farm in central New York, began playing local farmers markets, open mics, and iconic New York venues at the age of 13. With his deep, beyond-his-years original lyrics and melodies, soulful vocals, and powerful live performances, Sawyer seemed an unlikely match for reality tv, but he won over audiences to win season 8 of NBC's The Voice.

Fredericks released his major label debut, A Good Storm, with Republic Records, an impressive blend of soulful Folk, blues, and rock, entirely self or co-written. He chose to go independent for Hide Your Ghost (2018). Fully written and produced by Fredericks, HYG sheds the high gloss major label treatment and stays true to his honest stripped-down style.

In 2020, with song premieres in People Magazine, American Songwriter, DittyTV and an album preview in Billboard, Fredericks released Flowers For You. With this project, “Fredericks is expanding his sound even more, moving from bluesy folk into more expansive Americana, rock and tines of jazz” ( Concert Hopper. ) The album was included in No Depression Readers’ 50 Favorite Roots Music Albums of 2020, and several tracks won top awards from the 18th annual Independent Music Awards,"Born" in the Folk/Singer-Songwriter category and "Amen" the Vox Pop award in the Social Action Song category. “Born” was in rotation on SiriusXM’s Coffee House channel and included in Amazon Music's editorial 'Fresh Folk and Americana' playlist.

In January 2021, Sawyer released his rendition of the iconic “What A Wonderful World” with an accompanying animated video, and in 2023, Sawyer released The Golden Tree EP, featuring his band and Sav Buist and Katie Larson of The Accidentals.

In the spring of 2024, Sawyer and his band returned to Dreamland in Woodstock to record a full-length album.

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Can't make it in person? Stream this show live at CaffeLenaTV. Enjoy Two weeks of access with your live stream ticket.

﻿This show is part of our Overit Homegrown Sessions—a concert series that shines a spotlight on both established and emerging artists from the Capital Region and greater Upstate New York. It’s a chance for local talent to share original music on one of the most storied stages in America.

Overit Home Grown Sessions is made possible by a generous gift from Overit – a full-servie creative and consulting agency based in Albany, NY.

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Songwriting Club Workshop
2025-05-24 11:00 - 13:00
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This special edition of Songwriting Club will not have a featured guest artist but instead focus on writing prompts and collaborations. Bring an instrument, pen and paper!

$5 at the door

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“Like alchemy, Fredericks fuses elements from blues, roots rock, jazz, and folk to form his own distinct sound. Give a quick listen to this gentleman, and let Fredericks’ sand-textured vocals and honest lyrics whisk you away to the illusion of a simpler time.” – Elissa Ebersold, Nippertown

Americana singer-songwriter, Sawyer Fredericks, hailing from a farm in central New York, began playing local farmers markets, open mics, and iconic New York venues at the age of 13. With his deep, beyond-his-years original lyrics and melodies, soulful vocals, and powerful live performances, Sawyer seemed an unlikely match for reality tv, but he won over audiences to win season 8 of NBC's The Voice.

Fredericks released his major label debut, A Good Storm, with Republic Records, an impressive blend of soulful Folk, blues, and rock, entirely self or co-written. He chose to go independent for Hide Your Ghost (2018). Fully written and produced by Fredericks, HYG sheds the high gloss major label treatment and stays true to his honest stripped-down style.

In 2020, with song premieres in People Magazine, American Songwriter, DittyTV and an album preview in Billboard, Fredericks released Flowers For You. With this project, “Fredericks is expanding his sound even more, moving from bluesy folk into more expansive Americana, rock and tines of jazz” ( Concert Hopper. ) The album was included in No Depression Readers’ 50 Favorite Roots Music Albums of 2020, and several tracks won top awards from the 18th annual Independent Music Awards,"Born" in the Folk/Singer-Songwriter category and "Amen" the Vox Pop award in the Social Action Song category. “Born” was in rotation on SiriusXM’s Coffee House channel and included in Amazon Music's editorial 'Fresh Folk and Americana' playlist.

In January 2021, Sawyer released his rendition of the iconic “What A Wonderful World” with an accompanying animated video, and in 2023, Sawyer released The Golden Tree EP, featuring his band and Sav Buist and Katie Larson of The Accidentals.

In the spring of 2024, Sawyer and his band returned to Dreamland in Woodstock to record a full-length album.

Sample Song

Can't make it in person? Stream this show live at CaffeLenaTV. Enjoy Two weeks of access with your live stream ticket.

﻿This show is part of our Overit Homegrown Sessions—a concert series that shines a spotlight on both established and emerging artists from the Capital Region and greater Upstate New York. It’s a chance for local talent to share original music on one of the most storied stages in America.

Overit Home Grown Sessions is made possible by a generous gift from Overit – a full-servie creative and consulting agency based in Albany, NY.

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