An Evening with Henhouse Prowlers – We Are All Just Human Beings Tour
2026-08-20 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Caffè Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, NY, 12866, United States
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For more than 20 years, the Henhouse Prowlers have been building something rare, music rooted in bluegrass tradition, shaped by global experience, and driven by a deep belief in connection. This Chicago-based quartet; Ben Wright (banjo, vocals), Chris Dollar (guitar, vocals), Jon Goldfine (bass, vocals), and Jake Howard (mandolin, vocals), has taken their sound far beyond its origins, touring 34 countries across five continents. Along the way, they’ve gathered stories, sounds, and perspectives that now live inside their songs. Their latest album, Unravel, produced by Stephen Mougin (Sam Bush Band), reflects that journey. You’ll hear echoes of classic bluegrass and country alongside modern Americana, all tied together by their signature four-part harmonies and high-level musicianship. The songs explore life on the road, time passing, loss, and joy, always grounded in lived experience. But what truly sets the Prowlers apart is the live show. On stage, their chemistry is immediate and unmistakable. Expect tight picking, powerful harmonies, and stories drawn from years of travel, plus the occasional surprise, like a bluegrass take on an international tune they picked up somewhere along the way. Beyond performance, the band’s mission runs deep. Through their nonprofit, Bluegrass Ambassadors, and work with the U.S. State Department, they use music as a tool for cultural exchange, sharing a simple but powerful idea: we have more in common than we don’t. This is bluegrass with a wide-open view of the world, played by a band that’s lived it. SAMPLE SONG Stream this show live at CaffeLenaTV. 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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Janis Ian Explains the World
2026-08-21 15:00 - 16:00
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Designed for songwriters, artists, creatives, and curious minds alike, the sessions will explore songwriting, storytelling, creativity, the music business, and the lived experiences behind a lifetime in music.

The class will meet each Friday in August. The price is for all four classes.

Whether you're writing your first song, honing your craft, or simply love hearing how great artists think, these sessions offer a rare opportunity to explore songwriting, storytelling, creativity, the music business, and war stories! — all the lessons learned over a lifetime in music.

Janis Ian is one of America’s most influential songwriters, known for her fearless honesty, literary songwriting, and groundbreaking career spanning more than six decades. She first gained national attention as a teenager with “Society’s Child,” a bold song confronting interracial relationships in 1960s America, and later earned international acclaim with classics like “At Seventeen” and “Jesse.” A multiple GRAMMY Award winner, author, activist, and mentor, Ian has spent her life using music to explore identity, justice, vulnerability, and the human experience with uncommon depth and compassion.

For more information, please visit https://janisian.com and

https://janisian.com/videos/janis-ians-speech-at-berklee- college-of-music//

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Momentum Series: Carolyn Wonderland
2026-08-21 20:00 - 22:00
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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, Bob Dylan, Hubert Sumlin and Johnny Winter, and earning praise from No Depression, Austin City Limits, and Rolling Stone, among others.

Wonderland is a multi-instrumentalist (guitar, trumpet, accordion, lap steel, piano), whistler, and fierce storyteller who has been touring for over 25 years across the US, Europe, South America and Japan.

She is the former lead guitarist in John Mayall’s band and has collaborated with James Williamson (The Stooges), Marcia Ball, Ruthie Foster, Sarah Brown, Cindy Cashdollar, and many more.

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. She’ll be appearing with her band, Shelly King on acoustic guitar and vocals, Giovanni “Nooch”Carnuccio on drum and vocals, Naj Conklin on bass and vocals, and Kevin Lance on drums.

Industry maven Bill Bentley, writing in Americana Highways, said, "Wonderland's an astounding songwriter…and her ability to totally pull other songs into her own world is the mark of an all-timer. There are no limits to what she can do [with her] powerful vocals and whip-ass guitar playing. It's clear she isn't fooling around."

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Come experience the fire, the finesse, and the fierce joy of Carolyn Wonderland.

﻿This show is part of our Momentum Series, ﻿made possible by the generous support of Joseph & Luann Conlon, in honor of Thom O'Neil.

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Martin Sexton Live Wide Open Tour 2026
2026-08-22 17:00 - 19:00
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“The real thing, people.” -Billboard

Martin Sexton returns to Caffè Lena in support of the 25th anniversary of Live Wide Open – the critically-acclaimed double vinyl live album. The show will include these fan-favorites as well as some new material and surprise covers.

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Martin Sexton comes to us with what Rolling Stone calls his “soul-marinated voice,” acoustic guitar, and a suitcase full of heartfelt songs. Still fiercely independent and headlining venues from The Fillmore to Carnegie Hall, Sexton has influenced a generation of contemporary artists. His songs have appeared in television series such as Scrubs, Parenthood, Masters of Sex, Sprung, and in numerous films, though it’s his incendiary live show, honest lyrics, and vocal prowess that keep fans coming back for a new experience every time.

“Mr. Sexton as an impassioned performer can bring women and men to tears when they see him live” —Wall Street Journal

“The best live performer I’ve ever seen.” —John Mayer

Whether you come to experience Martin Sexton again or for the first time, you are in for an incredible time.

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.

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Martin Sexton Live Wide Open Tour 2026
2026-08-22 20:00 - 22:00
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“The real thing, people.” –Billboard

Martin Sexton returns to Caffè Lena in support of the 25th anniversary of Live Wide Open – the critically-acclaimed double vinyl live album. The show will include these fan-favorites as well as some new material and surprise covers.

Sample Song

Martin Sexton comes to us with what Rolling Stone calls his “soul-marinated voice,” acoustic guitar, and a suitcase full of heartfelt songs. Still fiercely independent and headlining venues from The Fillmore to Carnegie Hall, Sexton has influenced a generation of contemporary artists. His songs have appeared in television series such as Scrubs, Parenthood, Masters of Sex, Sprung, and in numerous films, though it’s his incendiary live show, honest lyrics, and vocal prowess that keep fans coming back for a new experience every time.

“Mr. Sexton as an impassioned performer can bring women and men to tears when they see him live” —Wall Street Journal

“The best live performer I’ve ever seen.” —John Mayer

Whether you come to experience Martin Sexton again or for the first time, you are in for an incredible time.

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.

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﻿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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Brubeck Brothers Quartet
2026-08-23 16:00 - 18:00
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"The music is uniformly excellent in its composition, execution, and recording quality. Once again the BBQ attains that rarefield level where music is both relaxed and expressive, and their joy in its creation is contagious. There's nothing out there that comes close to their unique blend of inventiveness." — All About Jazz

Comprised of brothers, and sons of jazz legend Dave Brubeck, Dan Brubeck (drums) and Chris Brubeck (bass, trombone) as well as Mike DeMicco (guitar) and Chuck Lamb (piano), The Brubeck Brothers Quartet is an exciting and dynamic group that showcases the best of "straight-ahead" jazz. Their concerts reveal an inherent ability to explore and play odd time signatures while naturally integrating the influences of funk, blues and world music. The group’s creativity, technique and improvisation can be heard in their uncompromising music, which reflects their dedication to melody, rhythm, culture and the spontaneous spirit of jazz.

These versatile musicians also collaborate with orchestras all across the U.S. as well as internationally, including performing with the Singapore Chinese Orchestra and the Russian National Orchestra. With Chris Brubeck’s compositions as a vehicle, the BBQ has joined with chamber groups to collaborate with musicians from the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra, the Philadelphia Orchestra and the Russian National Symphony Orchestra.

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“You already recognize the last name, but I would much prefer to play this track for you on a blindfold test. The first thing you would notice is the stellar rhythm section — clean, crisp swing with great interaction between the players, and a very smart use of space. Sometimes guitar and piano clash in a small combo, but not with DeMicco and Lamb, who show how these two instruments are supposed to work together. And the same can be said for the Brubeck brothers. Dan Brubeck’s drumming is a revelation … Some serious fraternal camaraderie is going down here. This track deserves a double dose of airplay.”

— Ted Gioia, Jazz.com (reviewing 'Good Question' on "Classified")

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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Brubeck Brothers Quartet
2026-08-23 19:00 - 21:00
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"The music is uniformly excellent in its composition, execution, and recording quality. Once again the BBQ attains that rarefield level where music is both relaxed and expressive, and their joy in its creation is contagious. There's nothing out there that comes close to their unique blend of inventiveness." -All About Jazz

Comprised of brothers, and sons of jazz legend Dave Brubeck, Dan Brubeck (drums) and Chris Brubeck (bass, trombone) as well as Mike DeMicco (guitar) and Chuck Lamb (piano), the Brubeck Brothers Quartet is an exciting and dynamic group that showcases the best of "straight-ahead" jazz. Their concerts reveal an inherent ability to explore and play odd time signatures while naturally integrating the influences of funk, blues and world music. The group’s creativity, technique and improvisation can be heard in their uncompromising music, which reflects their dedication to melody, rhythm, culture and the spontaneous spirit of jazz.

These versatile musicians also collaborate with orchestras all across the U.S. as well as internationally, including performing with the Singapore Chinese Orchestra and the Russian National Orchestra. With Chris Brubeck’s compositions as a vehicle, the BBQ has joined with chamber groups to collaborate with musicians from the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra, the Philadelphia Orchestra and the Russian National Symphony Orchestra.

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“You already recognize the last name, but I would much prefer to play this track for you on a blindfold test. The first thing you would notice is the stellar rhythm section — clean, crisp swing with great interaction between the players, and a very smart use of space. Sometimes guitar and piano clash in a small combo, but not with DeMicco and Lamb, who show how these two instruments are supposed to work together. And the same can be said for the Brubeck brothers. Dan Brubeck’s drumming is a revelation … Some serious fraternal camaraderie is going down here. This track deserves a double dose of airplay.”

— Ted Gioia, Jazz.com (reviewing 'Good Question' on "Classified")

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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Mandolin Vitamins with Alan Epstein
2026-08-24 10:00 - 12:00
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June 8th and 22nd

10 am – 12 pm

$60

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.

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
2026-08-24 19:00 - 21:00
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OPEN MIC NIGHT

DOORS 6:00PM // 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.

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 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.

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 US

If 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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A+Q with Janis Ian (this time Janis brings the questions!)
2026-08-25 15:00 - 17:00
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You have heard of a Q+A.. what about an A+Q?

This time Janis will be asking the questions! Delve into the mind of a great artist and answer the questions she poses to unlock your artistic mind!

August 25th

3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

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Poetry Open Mic Featuring John Hoppenthaler
2026-08-25 19:00 - 21:00
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John Hoppenthaler’s books of poetry are Night Wing Over Metropolitan Area, Domestic Garden, Anticipate the Coming Reservoir, and Lives of Water, all with Carnegie Mellon University Press, and he has co-edited a volume of essays on the poetry of Jean Valentine, This-World Company (U of Michigan Press). A Professor of English at East Carolina University, his poetry and essays appear in Ploughshares, Virginia Quarterly Review, TriQuarterly, Southern Review, New York Magazine, Blackbird, Poetry Northwest, McSweeney’s Internet Tendency, and many other journals and anthologies. He served as Personal Assistant to Nobel Prize-winning writer Toni Morrison from December 1997-August 2006 and has served as editor of A Poetry Congeries and Kestrel.

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Folk Club Kids
2026-08-26 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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Rochmon Record Club Listening Party Featuring Janis Ian
2026-08-26 19:00 - 21:00
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The Rochmon Record Club is an evening of deep listening and musical storytelling with host Chuck “The Rochmon” Vosganian, held every month at Caffè Lena.

We have an extremely special Rochmon event on Wednesday, August 26th. The Rochmon Record Club will converge at Caffè Lena, 47 Phila Street, Saratoga Springs, to listen to and learn about Janis Ian’s Between the Lines with special guest Janis Ian!

Few songwriters have shaped modern folk music the way Janis Ian has. From “Society’s Child” to “At Seventeen,” her songs have challenged, comforted, and inspired generations of listeners with fearless honesty and extraordinary compassion.

We at Caffè Lena are honored to have Janis as our first-ever Artist in Residence. Throughout August, Janis will lead workshops, join conversations, host our Open Mic, visit Songwriting Club, speak with students in our Troubadour In Training Summer Camp, and now participate in a Rochmon Record Club session.

Doors open at 6:30 PM, and the show begins at 7 PM with a live audio and video presentation by Chuck Vosganian, aka “Rochmon.” As always, Rochmon will have some surprises in store! These listening parties are designed to inform, engage, and help us hear familiar music in brand-new ways.

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For Rochmaniacs at a distance, Rochmon Record Club will also stream live on Caffè Lena TV

By listening together, we experience the album not just as fans, but as curious explorers, rediscovering the art and intention behind every note. Whether you're a lifelong collector or simply love great music, you'll leave with a deeper connection to the record — and maybe a few surprises along the way.

Come curious. Leave inspired.

Note: Caffè 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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School of Music Slow Jam
2026-08-27 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-09-03 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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Glen David Andrews
2026-08-27 19:00 - 21:00
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Glen David Andrews brings the spirit, soul, and sound of New Orleans to Caffè Lena for an unforgettable night of music rooted in tradition and alive with urgency, joy, and power.

A native son of the historic Tremé neighborhood, Andrews is more than a musician; he is a cultural torchbearer carrying forward the deep musical traditions of New Orleans at a time when those traditions face increasing pressure and change. His commanding voice and explosive trombone playing blend grit, warmth, vulnerability, and celebration into performances that are impossible to ignore.

Raised among the rhythms of second-line parades and brass band culture, Glen learned firsthand from legendary New Orleans musicians like Tuba Fats alongside his brother Derrick Tabb of Rebirth Brass Band and cousin Troy “Trombone Shorty” Andrews. Touring professionally since the age of 14, he has spent decades refining a sound that fuses jazz, gospel, blues, funk, rock, and the electrifying energy of New Orleans street music.

Now leading his own powerhouse ensemble, Andrews delivers shows filled with beauty, humor, heartbreak, righteous anger, resilience, and hope,sometimes all in the same song. Whether he’s leading a deep groove, testifying through a ballad, or bringing the room to its feet with brass-fueled celebration, Glen David Andrews performs with complete honesty and heart.

A headliner at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and a featured artist at venues and festivals around the world, Andrews has shared his music at Lincoln Center, Tipitina’s, House of Blues New Orleans, Joe’s Pub, and beyond. His acclaimed recordings include Redemption and Portrait of the Treme Prince, and he is also featured on Galactic’s beloved track “You Don’t Know” from Ya-Ka-May.

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This is music born from lived experience, community, struggle, celebration, and survival delivered by one of New Orleans’ most powerful musical voices.

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Captain Fun Lunchtime Listening Hour
2026-08-28 12:00 - 13:00
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Bring your lunch & listen to a playlist curated by a Caffe Lena Community member. For the August edition of the Captain Fun Lunchtime Listening Hour, our playlist curator will be community member, Al Massinger! The D.J. spinning those records will be the Rochmon himself – Chuck “Rochmon” 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. Bring a brown bag lunch. Coffee and tea are provided.

The Captain Fun Listening Library occupying the north wall in the Caffè Lena lobby consists 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.

If you want to create a playlist and host a session, please contact Laura Sterling or let us know when you are next at Lena’s!

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Janis Ian Explains the World
2026-08-28 15:00 - 16:00
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Designed for songwriters, artists, creatives, and curious minds alike, the sessions will explore songwriting, storytelling, creativity, the music business, and the lived experiences behind a lifetime in music.

The class will meet each Friday in August. The price is for all four classes.

Whether you're writing your first song, honing your craft, or simply love hearing how great artists think, these sessions offer a rare opportunity to explore songwriting, storytelling, creativity, the music business, and war stories! — all the lessons learned over a lifetime in music.

Janis Ian is one of America’s most influential songwriters, known for her fearless honesty, literary songwriting, and groundbreaking career spanning more than six decades. She first gained national attention as a teenager with “Society’s Child,” a bold song confronting interracial relationships in 1960s America, and later earned international acclaim with classics like “At Seventeen” and “Jesse.” A multiple GRAMMY Award winner, author, activist, and mentor, Ian has spent her life using music to explore identity, justice, vulnerability, and the human experience with uncommon depth and compassion.

For more information, please visit https://janisian.com and

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Peak Jazz Series: Bria Skonberg
2026-08-28 20:00 - 22:00
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A JUNO Award winner and 10-time DownBeat Rising Star, Bria Skonberg has been called the “shining hope of hot jazz” by The New York Times and “one of the most versatile and imposing musicians of her generation” by The Wall Street Journal. As a trumpeter, vocalist, and songwriter, she moves effortlessly between classic swing, New Orleans traditions, and original compositions that push the genre forward.

Her career has taken her to some of the world’s most celebrated stages, including the Newport Jazz Festival, Montreal International Jazz Festival, and Carnegie Hall. Her debut album on Sony Masterworks climbed to #5 on the Billboard Jazz charts, and her seventh release, What It Means, recorded in New Orleans, earned a rare five-star review from DownBeat.

With more than 25 million streams worldwide, Skonberg continues to reach new audiences while staying grounded in the spirit of early jazz. Since relocating to New York in 2010, she has played a leading role in revitalizing classic American music, both onstage and as an educator, working with organizations like Jazz at Lincoln Center and the Louis Armstrong House Museum.

Whether leading her band, headlining festivals, or guiding the next generation of musicians, Bria Skonberg brings energy, elegance, and a joyful sense of swing to everything she does.

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Join us at Caffè Lena for an unforgettable night with one of today’s most dynamic voices in jazz.

"Ms. Skonberg has become the shining hope of hot jazz, on the strength of a clarion trumpet style indebted to Louis Armstrong, a smooth purr of a singing voice inspired by Anita O'Day and the wholesome glow of youth"

– Nate Chinen, NY Times

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

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Rock Hearts
2026-08-29 20:00 - 22:00
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With soaring harmonies, seasoned picking, and a passion for tradition with a modern twist, Rock Hearts has emerged as one of bluegrass music’s most exciting bands on the rise. Formed in 2013 by five veteran musicians from Southern New England, Rock Hearts blends classic bluegrass and old country with fresh arrangements of unexpected tunes—delivering what they call “bluegrass-ified” favorites with skill and heart.

Since being named an Official Showcase Band by the International Bluegrass Music Association in 2021, they’ve shared stages with bluegrass greats like Del McCoury, Michael Cleveland, The Gibson Brothers, and more. Their album, Unfinished Bridges, released on the 615 Hideaway label, has taken national charts by storm with five #1 singles and widespread acclaim. Critics have called it “one of the most satisfying recent bluegrass releases” and praise the band for their tight musicianship and heartfelt songwriting.

As this show is announced, the group is in Nashville recording their new record, which they expect to have released at the time of their Caffè Lena show!

Led by founding member and banjoist Joe Deetz, the lineup includes:

Alex MacLeod – guitar & vocals, 2024 IBMA Songwriter Showcase artist

Billy Thibodeau – mandolin, Maine Country Music Hall of Fame inductee

Rick Brodsky – bass

Austin Scelzo – fiddle, 2024 IBMA Momentum Awards nominee

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Come experience the drive, harmony, and heart of a band that’s keeping bluegrass fresh, vibrant, and full of soul.

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Tim Easton
2026-08-30 19:00 - 21:00
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Tim Easton has lived the kind of life that seeps into every note he writes.

Born in Upstate New York and raised between Tokyo and Ohio, Easton’s path as a songwriter took shape on the streets of Europe, where he spent years busking in cities like Paris, London, and Prague. That time became the foundation of his songwriting: vivid, unfiltered stories told with honesty and grit.

After returning to the U.S., Easton recorded his debut Special 20 in Nashville and quickly built momentum, signing with EMI Publishing and later New West Records. His breakthrough album The Truth About Us featured members of Wilco, followed by Break Your Mother’s Heart, which earned four stars from Rolling Stone and praise for its “novelist’s sense of humanity.”

More than two decades into an international touring career, Easton continues to evolve. His latest release, fIREHORSE is his fourteenth album, released on Easton’s own label, Campfire Propaganda this past February.

Recorded primarily in Nashville, the ten-song collection features production from multi-instrumentalist Kevin Nolan and contributions from the rhythm section of Lainey Wilson’s touring band. Together they push Easton’s sound across country-blues, folk, pop, and classic rock while preserving the intimate storytelling he’s honed since his 1997 debut Special 20.

The songs draw from Easton’s years as a European street musician, his mentorship under legends such as Townes Van Zandt and Willie Nelson, and his lifelong commitment to travel, giving the album its wandering spirit and lived-in detail.

Offstage, Easton is equally prolific: over 130 original songs available online, five published books of poetry and essays, and a unique visual art practice creating hand-painted album jackets, each one a one-of-a-kind piece. His creative alter ego, DARK WATSON, resurfaced in 2025 with a limited vinyl release, adding yet another layer to his expansive artistic world.

Whether leading songwriting workshops, touring across continents, or stepping onto intimate stages like ours, Tim Easton brings a lifetime of stories, and the rare ability to make them feel like your own.

Join us for an evening with a true troubadour with the stories and songs to prove it.

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Open Mic with Special Guest Host Janis Ian
2026-08-31 19:00 - 21:00
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OPEN MIC NIGHT

For one unforgettable night, Grammy-winning songwriter and Caffè Lena Artist-in-Residence Janis Ian takes the reins as host of our legendary Open Mic.

Whether you're stepping onto the stage or cheering from the audience, this is your chance to experience one of Caffè Lena's most beloved traditions with one of folk music's greatest storytellers. Perform an original song, share a favorite tune, read a poem, or simply soak up an evening of remarkable local talent in the warm, attentive atmosphere that has made Caffè Lena's Open Mic an award-winning community tradition for more than 30 years.

What to Expect

– There will be 20 available slots to perform one song each. Performers will be chosen by lottery.

– You can enter online via the link on this page beginning on August 3rd

– Or, you can enter your name in person at Caffè Lena's regularly scheduled open mic throughout the month of August. The more you attend, the more times you can enter your name.

– The Lottery winners will get to be introduced by Janis, perform their song, and then meet her at the signing table at the end of the night.

Selected entrants will be contacted by phone to confirm their spot. We're drawing & calling winners on Tuesday August 25th. If we can't reach you, we'll follow up by email or text — please respond promptly, as unconfirmed spots will be given to the next entrant.

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.

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Storytelling Open Mic Featuring Johanna Martin
2026-09-01 19:00 - 21:00
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After living her early adulthood in New York City and South Florida, Johanna Martin returned to her native Upstate New York in 2016 and calls Saratoga Springs home. She was introduced to storytelling after meeting Jeannine Laverty, one of the hosts of our very own Open Mic Storytelling night here at Caffè Lena. She discovered it was a perfect way to combine her love of writing and public speaking. She has been invited to participate in local storytelling shows and competed in the Adirondack Center for Writing & North Country Public Radio’s HOWL Story Slam multiple times, winning the Grand Slam title in 2024. Through storytelling Johanna uses humor and honesty to illuminate meaning and understanding in her own life, while at the same time she seeks to uncover that which unites us all.

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Loudon Wainwright III with Special Guest Emily Barnes
2026-09-02 19:00 - 21:00
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For more than five decades, Loudon Wainwright III has been one of America's most original and fearless songwriters. A master storyteller with a razor-sharp wit and a remarkable gift for finding humor and heartbreak in everyday life, he has built a body of work unlike anyone else's in contemporary folk music.

Since bursting onto the scene with the 1972 hit "Dead Skunk," Loudon has released more than 30 albums, earned a Grammy Award, and inspired generations of songwriters with songs that are by turns hilarious, heartbreaking, self-deprecating, and profoundly insightful. His music has been recorded by artists including Bonnie Raitt, Johnny Cash, Earl Scruggs, and Rufus Wainwright, while his acting career has included roles in films by Martin Scorsese, Christopher Guest, Tim Burton, and Judd Apatow, as well as appearances on M.A.S.H. and Broadway.

Now in his sixth decade as a performer, Loudon continues to write and tour with the curiosity, honesty, and sharp observational eye that have made him one of folk music's most enduring voices. His latest release, Loudon Live in London, captures an artist still at the top of his game, delivering songs that are as poignant and funny today as ever.

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Whether reflecting on family, aging, love, loss, or the absurdities of modern life, Loudon invites audiences to laugh, reflect, and recognize themselves in his songs. His concerts are intimate conversations as much as performances, filled with unforgettable stories, impeccable musicianship, and the unmistakable charm of a true troubadour.

Join us for an evening with one of the most influential singer-songwriters of our time, whose songs continue to remind us that life's greatest truths are often found in its smallest moments.

Joining Loudon is singer – songwriter Emily Barnes.

“​Emily Barnes is more than just a musician; she’s a storyteller that sets the lives of her characters to music.” – Divide and Conquer

Emily Barnes writes songs that find the extraordinary in ordinary lives.

Raised in the tiny town of Johnsonburg, New Jersey, she began writing songs on the stone steps of her family's 200-year-old home. Since then, she's built a devoted following the old-fashioned way—one performance, one story, and one listener at a time.

Her contemporary folk songs are filled with memorable characters, honest observations, and a voice that is both powerful and deeply expressive. Whether she's writing about love, resilience, or the quiet moments that shape our lives, Barnes has a gift for making deeply personal stories feel universal.

A winner of the 2025 Hey Nonny Songwriting Contest and the 2026 COMBO Music Songwriting Contest, Barnes is quickly becoming one of folk music's most compelling new voices.

Emily Barnes opens the evening for Loudon Wainwright III, bringing thoughtful songwriting and heartfelt storytelling to the Caffè Lena stage.

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Loudon Wainwright III with Special Guest Emily Barnes
2026-09-03 19:00 - 21:00
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For more than five decades, Loudon Wainwright III has been one of America's most original and fearless songwriters. A master storyteller with a razor-sharp wit and a remarkable gift for finding humor and heartbreak in everyday life, he has built a body of work unlike anyone else's in contemporary folk music.

Since bursting onto the scene with the 1972 hit "Dead Skunk," Loudon has released more than 30 albums, earned a Grammy Award, and inspired generations of songwriters with songs that are by turns hilarious, heartbreaking, self-deprecating, and profoundly insightful. His music has been recorded by artists including Bonnie Raitt, Johnny Cash, Earl Scruggs, and Rufus Wainwright, while his acting career has included roles in films by Martin Scorsese, Christopher Guest, Tim Burton, and Judd Apatow, as well as appearances on M.A.S.H. and Broadway.

Now in his sixth decade as a performer, Loudon continues to write and tour with the curiosity, honesty, and sharp observational eye that have made him one of folk music's most enduring voices. His latest release, Loudon Live in London, captures an artist still at the top of his game, delivering songs that are as poignant and funny today as ever.

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Whether reflecting on family, aging, love, loss, or the absurdities of modern life, Loudon invites audiences to laugh, reflect, and recognize themselves in his songs. His concerts are intimate conversations as much as performances, filled with unforgettable stories, impeccable musicianship, and the unmistakable charm of a true troubadour.

Join us for an evening with one of the most influential singer-songwriters of our time, whose songs continue to remind us that life's greatest truths are often found in its smallest moments.

Joining Loudon is singer – songwriter Emily Barnes.

“​Emily Barnes is more than just a musician; she’s a storyteller that sets the lives of her characters to music.” – Divide and Conquer

Emily Barnes writes songs that find the extraordinary in ordinary lives.

Raised in the tiny town of Johnsonburg, New Jersey, she began writing songs on the stone steps of her family's 200-year-old home. Since then, she's built a devoted following the old-fashioned way—one performance, one story, and one listener at a time.

Her contemporary folk songs are filled with memorable characters, honest observations, and a voice that is both powerful and deeply expressive. Whether she's writing about love, resilience, or the quiet moments that shape our lives, Barnes has a gift for making deeply personal stories feel universal.

A winner of the 2025 Hey Nonny Songwriting Contest and the 2026 COMBO Music Songwriting Contest, Barnes is quickly becoming one of folk music's most compelling new voices.

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Emily Barnes opens the evening for Loudon Wainwright III, bringing thoughtful songwriting and heartfelt storytelling to the Caffè Lena stage.

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A Tribute to Peter Yarrow with Bethany Yarrow & Gordon Titcomb
2026-09-04 20:00 - 22:00
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Peter Yarrow's music reached millions through classics like Puff, the Magic Dragon, If I Had a Hammer, and Blowin' in the Wind. But beyond the recordings was a lifelong belief that music could bring people together across differences and remind us of our shared humanity. That belief remains at the heart of this special evening.

In this moving tribute to her father, Peter Yarrow, Bethany Yarrow celebrates the songs that helped define a generation and continue to inspire people today. As the daughter of Peter Yarrow of Peter, Paul and Mary, Bethany grew up surrounded by music that wasn't just meant to be heard—it was meant to be sung together. These were songs that united voices at civil rights marches, peace rallies, and gatherings where people believed music could help build a better world.

Joined by acclaimed multi-instrumentalist Gordon Titcomb, Bethany shares beloved songs from the Peter, Paul and Mary repertoire alongside stories of growing up in one of America's most influential folk families, original music, and reflections on carrying that tradition into a new generation.

As Bethany says:

"I miss my dad more than I have words to express, but I hear his voice constantly whispering, 'SING! Just keep on singing!'… Now, more than ever, we need music to bring us together."

Part concert, part storytelling, and part communal singalong, this is an evening that celebrates not only one of folk music's most beloved voices, but the enduring power of songs to connect us, comfort us, and remind us that we are never singing alone.

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In addition to her work as a musician, Bethany is an award-winning documentary filmmaker, environmental activist, and co-executive director of the Waterfall Unity Alliance. Her performances draw on a lifetime immersed in folk music, storytelling, and social engagement, creating experiences that are both deeply personal and universally resonant.

Join us for a moving evening celebrating the songs that have helped shape America and continue to light the way forward.

SONGS OF LOVE & FREEDOM​​​

The one song that will never end is the song of a human soul longing to be free. ​

“Oh freedom. Oh freedom. Oh freedom over me. We are standing here today with our courage and our faith. Spirit of Love, come and hold us, set us free.”

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Mary Gauthier w/ sp. guest Jaimee Harris: The 20th Anniversary of Mercy Now
2026-09-05 20:00 - 22:00
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Mary Gauthier w/ special guest Jaimee Harris: Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Mercy Now

This is a celebration of her incredible album and song, Mercy Now. This critically acclaimed folk-country song is so personal, and yet a universal plea for grace, compassion, and redemption in the face of familial struggles, personal shortcomings, and political turmoil. Mercy Now won widespread acclaim and propelled Gauthier into the spotlight, making the Top Ten Albums list in many publications.

Mary says, "I am excited to announce that this year is the 20th Anniversary of the release of Mercy Now, a record that changed my life. We are celebrating with a vinyl re-release and a tour. I’m not really one to look back, but reflecting on these ten songs feels more like standing still long enough to take stock, and appreciating the grace that brought them into existence. These shows will be a continuation of a long conversation with kindred souls, like you, who understand the alchemy of song. Kindred souls who know a sad song doesn’t make the darkness deeper; it gives it a shape, a name, shines the light on it, and brings forth hope. "Yeah, we all could use a little mercy now…” Mary Gauthier

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Over the past 25 years, Mary Gauthier has become one of the most respected songwriters in American roots music, known for songs that face life directly and without compromise. “I’m the kind of songwriter who writes what I see in the world right now,” she says.

Her eleventh album, Dark Enough to See the Stars, was her first collection of entirely new original songs in more than eight years. Her work reflects both loss and renewal. Written in the wake of personal and collective upheaval, Dark Enough to See the Stars holds grief and gratitude in the same frame, tracing the difficult work of moving forward. It followed Rifles & Rosary Beads, her Grammy-nominated collaboration with wounded Iraq war veterans. In 2021, she published Saved by a Song: The Art and Healing Power of Songwriting, a reflection on how songwriting helps make sense of difficult experiences.

Gauthier’s songs have been recorded by artists including Dolly Parton, Jimmy Buffett, Tim McGraw, and Kathy Mattea, and have appeared in film and television, most recently on HBO’s Yellowstone.

Brandi Carlile has said, “Mary’s songwriting speaks to the tender aspects of our humanness,” while the Associated Press calls her “one of the best songwriters of her generation.”

﻿Join Mary Gauthier for a special evening celebrating the 20th anniversary of her landmark album Mercy Now. The show will honor the songs and stories from this beloved record while also featuring music spanning Mary’s extraordinary career.

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.

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The Gibson Brothers
2026-09-06 16:00 - 18:00
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There’s a reason Ricky Skaggs pulled Eric and Leigh Gibson off the stage at the Ryman two decades ago to offer to produce their debut, and why producers like Dan Auerbach, David Ferguson, and Jerry Douglas have all chosen to work with them. The Gibson Brothers are the real deal: exceptional musicians, natural collaborators, and deeply compelling songwriters.

With a résumé that includes nearly every major bluegrass award, albums on premier Americana labels like Sugar Hill and Rounder, and songs recorded by legends such as Del McCoury, they’ve earned lasting respect across the roots music world.

Their latest album, Darkest Hour, produced by Jerry Douglas, captures the full range of their sound, from high-energy bluegrass to what Auerbach once called “country soul.” Built from both new material and songs written over decades, the record reflects a lifetime of writing, refining, and living inside the music.

Raised on a dairy farm in northern New York, Eric and Leigh bring a grounded perspective to their songwriting with stories shaped by rural life, long tours, and a deep commitment to family. Onstage, that translates into something immediate and engaging: rich harmonies, easy humor, and a connection that only comes from years of making music together.

From standout collaborations, like Leigh’s luminous duet with Alison Krauss, to their own unmistakable vocal blend, they take the best of traditional bluegrass and deliver it with clarity, heart, and unmistakable chemistry.

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Join us for an evening with two of the most respected voices in bluegrass and Americana—live on the Caffè Lena stage.

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.

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2026-09-06 19:00 - 21:00
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There’s a reason Ricky Skaggs pulled Eric and Leigh Gibson off the stage at the Ryman two decades ago to offer to produce their debut, and why producers like Dan Auerbach, David Ferguson, and Jerry Douglas have all chosen to work with them. The Gibson Brothers are the real deal: exceptional musicians, natural collaborators, and deeply compelling songwriters.

With a résumé that includes nearly every major bluegrass award, albums on premier Americana labels like Sugar Hill and Rounder, and songs recorded by legends such as Del McCoury, they’ve earned lasting respect across the roots music world.

Their latest album, Darkest Hour, produced by Jerry Douglas, captures the full range of their sound, from high-energy bluegrass to what Auerbach once called “country soul.” Built from both new material and songs written over decades, the record reflects a lifetime of writing, refining, and living inside the music.

Raised on a dairy farm in northern New York, Eric and Leigh bring a grounded perspective to their songwriting with stories shaped by rural life, long tours, and a deep commitment to family. Onstage, that translates into something immediate and engaging: rich harmonies, easy humor, and a connection that only comes from years of making music together.

From standout collaborations, like Leigh’s luminous duet with Alison Krauss, to their own unmistakable vocal blend, they take the best of traditional bluegrass and deliver it with clarity, heart, and unmistakable chemistry.

SAMPLE SONG

Join us for an evening with two of the most respected voices in bluegrass and Americana—live on the Caffè Lena stage.

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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2026-09-07 00:00 - 02:00
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