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Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams bring heartfelt songs, soulful harmonies, and decades of musical partnership to an unforgettable night. |
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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. First Monday – Rick BoltonSecond Monday ... Open Mic |
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A night of diverse jazz delivered by Skidmore Jazz Institute Students. |
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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/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 ... Folk Club Kids 
After School Folk Ensemble with Oona Grady and James Gascoyne17 weeks starting January 28thUse these links to sign up:2:45, 3:40, 4:35Music is a gift best shared with friends! Here is an exciting opportunity for youth 7-14 to learn music by playing together. Weekly 45 minute classes will be focused on making music, including singing, exploring various string instruments, ... After School Folk Ensemble with James Gascoyne and Oona Grady 
Wednesday Night with Caffè Lena School of Music - March 11, 25 and April 1, 8. 7pm - 8pm$120This course covers the basics of music theory for those who play music regularly but have limited or no knowledge of music theory. A basic understanding of music theory can help musicians at all levels learn faster, ... Music Theory for Jammers with Bruce Thompson |
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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 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 ... School of Music Slow Jam 
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Masters of Tuvan throat singing, a technique for singing multiple pitches at the same time & blending Tuvan styles w/ modern influences. |
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South Africa's Grammy award-winning choral group melds indigenous Zulu songs and dances with acapella singing. 
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South Africa's Grammy award-winning choral group melds indigenous Zulu songs and dances with acapella singing. |
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City Birds brings joyful folk-Americana to Little Folks—rich harmonies, playful songs, and music that celebrates every kind of family. 
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Intimate, honest folk from Olive Klug—songs of love, loss, freedom, and finding your way, shared live in our listening room. |
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Looking for an opportunity to connect with local writers, actors, and directors? Want to share a theater piece you’re writing?Join us for the 1st Sunday monthly Playwright’s Jams!A monthly meetup hosted by Caffe Lena for local writers, actors & directorsThe First Sunday of the Month 1:30pm- 4:00pmDoors open at 1:00; Casting begins at 1:15pm and ... Playwright’s Jam |
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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. First Monday – Rick BoltonSecond Monday ... Open Mic |
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Kelvin Keraga is an actor, storyteller and writer living in Greenwich, New York. For the last fifteen years he has produced Whispering Bones, an evening of ghost stories, which he performs along with a talented cast of local storytellers. (whisperingbones.com.). The show will be touring local venues again this October with a new mix of ... Storytelling Open Mic Featuring Kelvin Keraga |
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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/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 ... Folk Club Kids
Wednesday Night with Caffè Lena School of Music - March 11, 25 and April 1, 8. 7pm - 8pm$120This course covers the basics of music theory for those who play music regularly but have limited or no knowledge of music theory. A basic understanding of music theory can help musicians at all levels learn faster, ... Music Theory for Jammers with Bruce Thompson |
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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 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 ... School of Music Slow Jam 
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Soul jazz saxophonist Ellen Pieroni leads a groove-rich band hailed by NPR—originals, deep pocket rhythms, and warm, soulful melodies. |
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Natalie Cressman & Ian Faquini bring jazz, Brazilian song and lush harmonies to Caffè Lena for an intimate, soulful evening. |
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I'm happy to announce that Songwriting Club is back at Caffè Lena with a more structured time slot. "Second Saturday Songwriting Club" will meet (you guessed it) every second Saturday! Starting January 10th 10am - 12pm. Hosted by Reese Fulmer and Girl Blue! The club will meet monthly with special guests being a more "special" event. Bring your pens, pencils, instruments, thinking caps, favorite songs. January ... Songwriting Club 
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Jay Ungar & Molly Mason share timeless American music—graceful, soulful, and rooted in tradition—performed with warmth, mastery, and heart. |
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A two-part online songwriting intensive with Gretchen PetersFor over two decades, Gretchen Peters has been one of Nashville's most beloved and respected artists. Inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2014 by singer-songwriter Rodney Crowell, who called her "both a songwriter and a poet,” Peters has accumulated accolades as a songwriter for artists as ... ONLINE: Songwriting Intensive with Gretchen Peters 
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Saratoga’s Griff crafts intimate indie-folk songs—curious, warm & deeply human with opener Jimi Woodl |
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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. First Monday – Rick BoltonSecond Monday ... Open Mic |
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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/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 ... Folk Club Kids
After School Folk Ensemble with Oona Grady and James Gascoyne17 weeks starting January 28thUse these links to sign up:2:45, 3:40, 4:35Music is a gift best shared with friends! Here is an exciting opportunity for youth 7-14 to learn music by playing together. Weekly 45 minute classes will be focused on making music, including singing, exploring various string instruments, ... After School Folk Ensemble with James Gascoyne and Oona Grady 
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 |
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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 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 ... School of Music Slow Jam 
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Progressive bluegrass from Midnight Choir—fresh originals, rich harmonies, and inventive stringband music rooted in tradition and curiosity. |
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A masterful songwriter with a soaring baritone, Garnet Rogers delivers literate, moving songs, rich stories, and unforgettable humor. |
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One of the most joyful blues ensembles in the world for more than five decades! 
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One of the most joyful blues ensembles in the world for more than five decades! |
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A two-part online songwriting intensive with Gretchen PetersFor over two decades, Gretchen Peters has been one of Nashville's most beloved and respected artists. Inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2014 by singer-songwriter Rodney Crowell, who called her "both a songwriter and a poet,” Peters has accumulated accolades as a songwriter for artists as ... ONLINE: Songwriting Intensive with Gretchen Peters 
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Jeannine Laverty and Dan Berggren More than thirty years their story and song collaborations have been strong reminders of the power of wilderness and the passion of its people. Join them as they take you into the woods, down on the farm and up the high peaks, giving you a good view of your hard-working neighbors.Jeannine ... Dan Berggren & Jeannine Laverty |
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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. First Monday – Rick BoltonSecond Monday ... Open Mic |
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Rochmon Record Club blends music, stories & history to explore classic albums—hearing them together like it’s the first time. |
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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/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 ... Folk Club Kids
After School Folk Ensemble with Oona Grady and James Gascoyne17 weeks starting January 28thUse these links to sign up:2:45, 3:40, 4:35Music is a gift best shared with friends! Here is an exciting opportunity for youth 7-14 to learn music by playing together. Weekly 45 minute classes will be focused on making music, including singing, exploring various string instruments, ... After School Folk Ensemble with James Gascoyne and Oona Grady |
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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 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 ... School of Music Slow Jam 
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Grammy-nominated songwriter Leslie Mendelson live at Caffè Lena with her soulful, heartfelt, and profoundly moving songs. |
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Alice Howe & Freebo bring together a rising voice in Americana music and a venerable rock, folk & blues icon in undeniable harmony. |
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In honor of National Poetry Month, Caffè Lena Poetry and Laureate Poetry Series present a special event. We have two Poets Laureate and an Open Mic.This Caffe Lena Poetry and Laureate Poetry Series Poetry Event features Saratoga Springs Poet Laureate Jay Rogoff and Schenectady Poet Laureate Adonis Richards. Adonis Richards is a Union College program coordinator ... Poetry Open Mic Featuring Two Poets Laureate: Jay Rogoff & Adonis Richards 
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Visionary songwriter Jane Siberry blends poetry, spirituality, and fearless creativity in transcendent songs that defy genre and invite deep |
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A two-part online songwriting intensive with Gretchen PetersFor over two decades, Gretchen Peters has been one of Nashville's most beloved and respected artists. Inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2014 by singer-songwriter Rodney Crowell, who called her "both a songwriter and a poet,” Peters has accumulated accolades as a songwriter for artists as ... ONLINE: Songwriting Intensive with Gretchen Peters 
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A Folk Legend Returns — An Evening of Stories, Songs, and Musical History with Tom Rush. 
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A Folk Legend Returns — An Evening of Stories, Songs, and Musical History with Tom Rush. |
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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. First Monday – Rick BoltonSecond Monday ... Open Mic |
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Celebrating 20 years together, The Steel Wheels share harmony driven Americana and folk rock at Caffè Lena. |
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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/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 ... Folk Club Kids
After School Folk Ensemble with Oona Grady and James Gascoyne17 weeks starting January 28thUse these links to sign up:2:45, 3:40, 4:35Music is a gift best shared with friends! Here is an exciting opportunity for youth 7-14 to learn music by playing together. Weekly 45 minute classes will be focused on making music, including singing, exploring various string instruments, ... After School Folk Ensemble with James Gascoyne and Oona Grady 
Bluegrass Instrumental Course - with Bruce Thompson and Sam KatzApril 29, May 6, 27 and June 35:45 pm - 7:45 pm $195For instruments: Guitar, Fiddle, Mandolin, Bass, Banjo, DobroExperience level: students should be familiar with basic chords and have done some melodic playing as well. Instructors: Bruce Thompson and Sam KatzSummary: This course is intended for ... Bluegrass Instrumental Course with Bruce Thompson and Sam Katz |
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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 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 ... School of Music Slow Jam 
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Genre-blurring guitarist Charlie Ballantine blends jazz, folk, rock & roots with lyrical precision and fearless improvisation. |
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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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Livingston Taylor has been sharing songs, stories & unforgettable performances for more than 50 years We look forward to his shows each year 
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Livingston Taylor has been sharing songs, stories & unforgettable performances for more than 50 years We look forward to his shows each year |
Larry Campbell & Teresa Williams
Playwright’s Jam
Natalie Cressman & Ian Faquini
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Garnet Rogers
Alice Howe & Freebo
The Steel Wheels