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Sunday Dinner and soul-cleansing music by soulist Garland Nelson & Friends. 
A two-part online songwriting intensive with Gretchen Peters |
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“Through the two-hour show I probably spent about one hour laughing and about one hour being utterly amazed” -Saratoga Living Magazine |
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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 ... 10 Week Spring After School Folk Ensembles 
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Fiercely popular musician/comedian Erin Harkes hosts a monthly showcase of emerging & established songwriters from the Capital Region. |
3 events,
Guitar WorkshopLevel 1 and 2Cost $195 for all 10 sessions. Drop ins $25/per session if space allowsThis 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 ... Guitar Workshops with Bruce Thompson
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THERE ARE NO PRE-SHOW RESERVATIONS FOR THE JAMS!SUGGESTED DONATION AT THE DOOR. $5.00 per personOur 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 ... School of Music Slow Jam 
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Bagpipes, fiddle & fierce harmonies–The Tannahill Weavers blend Celtic tradition with modern fire. |
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*CANCELED* Tonight's Event Has Been Canceled Due To Illness. |
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Deb Cavanaugh & Dandelion Wine bring folk music and all kinds of interactive fun to a Saturday afternoon Little Folks Show.
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Kyran Daniel’s masterful fingerstyle guitar and cinematic compositions create a rich, immersive sound. |
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A two-part online songwriting intensive with Gretchen Peters
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The Resonant Rogues blend dark Appalachian folk with road-worn stories & deep roots. |
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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 ... Bluegrass Duets with Alan Epstein and Bruce Thompson 
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 ... Mandolin Vitamins – Tunes, Techniques and Ensemble Music |
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Stephanie Bandosik is a Mohawk Valley storyteller known for sharing heartfelt and inspirational stories. Stephanie began telling Haudenosaunee stories while serving as an Educator at the Iroquois Indian Museum in Howes Cave, NY and quickly became active in the Capital District InterFaith Storytelling Community. Stephanie’s approach to work and life is to focus on improving ... Storytelling Open Mic Featuring Stephanie Bandosik |
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Folk Club Kids: Stories, Songs, and Sing-a-longsWednesdays 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 ... Folk Club Kids
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 ... 10 Week Spring After School Folk Ensembles
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Leslie B. Neustadt is a poet, collage artist and a retired attorney. She is the author of two poetry collections; The Sustenance of Stars (Kelsay Books, 2024) and Bearing Fruit: A Poetic Journey (Spirit Wind Books, 2014). Her work explores the beauty and power of the natural world, life’s joys and struggles, and is grounded ... Poetry Open Mic Featuring Leslie B. Neustadt & Richard Michelson |
3 events,
Guitar WorkshopLevel 1 and 2Cost $195 for all 10 sessions. Drop ins $25/per session if space allowsThis 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 ... Guitar Workshops with Bruce Thompson
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THERE ARE NO PRE-SHOW RESERVATIONS FOR THE JAMS!SUGGESTED DONATION AT THE DOOR. $5.00 per personOur 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 ... School of Music Slow Jam 
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Indie Folk with Heart & Soul: Angelina Valente’s award-winning soulful singer/songwriter folk & honest lyrics captivate audiences. |
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Celtic folk trio House of Hamill blends fiery fiddle, lush 3-part harmonies & irresistible energy. |
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2 events,
A two-part online songwriting intensive with Gretchen Peters 
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Upstate NY based duo, soaring vocal harmonies, fiddle, guitar/banjo, Irish & American old-time tunes & songs, contemporary traditionalists. |
3 events,
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 ... Bluegrass Duets with Alan Epstein and Bruce Thompson
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 ... Mandolin Vitamins – Tunes, Techniques and Ensemble Music |
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World class jazz right in Saratoga's favorite listening room. You don't need to travel to NYC to see great jazz! |
3 events,
Folk Club Kids: Stories, Songs, and Sing-a-longsWednesdays 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 ... Folk Club Kids
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 ... 10 Week Spring After School Folk Ensembles 
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A leader in the New Folk movement, John Gorka brings his rich voice & masterful songwriting to our listening room. |
3 events,
Guitar WorkshopLevel 1 and 2Cost $195 for all 10 sessions. Drop ins $25/per session if space allowsThis 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 ... Guitar Workshops with Bruce Thompson
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THERE ARE NO PRE-SHOW RESERVATIONS FOR THE JAMS!SUGGESTED DONATION AT THE DOOR. $5.00 per personOur 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 ... School of Music Slow Jam 
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Celebrate Utah Phillips’ 90th with songs, stories & tributes from incredible folk artists—honoring his legacy of music, justice & activism. |
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Caffè Lena mainstay Don Armstrong, hailed as “a folk treasure,” returns to Saratoga with his beloved, lived-in songs |
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This class will cover the basics of solo Fingerstyle guitar. We will work through pieces such as “Freight Train” and “You Are My Sunshine” as well as several of my original songs. Whether you are an experienced solo guitarist or brand new to the style this clinic will help you refine your technique, sound and ... Intro to Fingerstyle Guitar with Lyle Brewer 
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Experience the unparalleled talent of Bettye LaVette, one of the greatest voices in American soul and blues, live at Caffè Lena. |
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Join us for Sing in the Streets, Caffè Lena’s beloved outdoor music festival celebrating 65 years of live music, community, and connection!
A two-part online songwriting intensive with Gretchen Peters |
3 events,
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 ... Bluegrass Duets with Alan Epstein and Bruce Thompson
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 ... Mandolin Vitamins – Tunes, Techniques and Ensemble Music |
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Explore R.E.M.’s "Document" album. Released in 1987, it was a watershed album for the band and alternative music. |
3 events,
Folk Club Kids: Stories, Songs, and Sing-a-longsWednesdays 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 ... Folk Club Kids
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 ... 10 Week Spring After School Folk Ensembles 
All are welcome to join the circle for an evening playing and listening to classic grass, new grass and folk favorites. Red Spruce will kick off each session with a few tunes then open the floor for musicians to lead their favorite bluegrass tunes and folk music, backed up by the other pickers in the ... Bluegrass Jam |
3 events,
Guitar WorkshopLevel 1 and 2Cost $195 for all 10 sessions. Drop ins $25/per session if space allowsThis 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 ... Guitar Workshops with Bruce Thompson
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THERE ARE NO PRE-SHOW RESERVATIONS FOR THE JAMS!SUGGESTED DONATION AT THE DOOR. $5.00 per personOur 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 ... School of Music Slow Jam 
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Irish folk band I Draw Slow combines traditional Irish influences with a contemporary Americana sensibility. |
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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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Renowned singer/songwriter, musician, artist & novelist Josh Ritter weaves poetic lyrics & keen wit into thoughtful, impressionistic music. |
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Renowned singer/songwriter, musician, artist & novelist Josh Ritter weaves poetic lyrics & keen wit into thoughtful, impressionistic music. |
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The Levin Brothers blend 1950’s cool jazz, soulful originals & reimagined classics by Gabriel, Steely Dan & more. |
3 events,
Folk Club Kids: Stories, Songs, and Sing-a-longsWednesdays 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 ... Folk Club Kids
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 ... 10 Week Spring After School Folk Ensembles 
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Fiercely popular musician/comedian Erin Harkes hosts a monthly showcase of emerging & established songwriters from the Capital Region. |
3 events,
Guitar WorkshopLevel 1 and 2Cost $195 for all 10 sessions. Drop ins $25/per session if space allowsThis 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 ... Guitar Workshops with Bruce Thompson
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THERE ARE NO PRE-SHOW RESERVATIONS FOR THE JAMS!SUGGESTED DONATION AT THE DOOR. $5.00 per personOur 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 ... School of Music Slow Jam 
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Ambassador of the blues and one of the finest fingerpickers working today, Roy Book Binder has been a Caffè Lena favorite since 1968. |
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Bring your lunch & listen to a playlist curated by a Caffe Lena Community member. 
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Jenny Owen Youngs returns to her own voice after an emotional journey across heartbreak. |
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Celebrate the new album Live at Caffè Lena with Annie & the Hedonists—blues, jazz & Americana magic, right where it was recorded! |
Don Armstrong & The Wiskeypalians
Sawyer Fredericks