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SUMMARY:Stacey Kent
DESCRIPTION:Stacey Kent is one of the most elegant and expressive voices in contemporary jazz\, celebrated worldwide for her intimate style\, emotional clarity\, and genre-spanning repertoire. An American jazz singer in the mold of the greats\, Kent has earned a Grammy nomination\, sold over two million albums\, surpassed one billion streams\, and received numerous Gold and Platinum certifications. Her global following is drawn to her delicately nuanced interpretations and her rare ability to communicate deep feeling with restraint and grace. \n“Stacey Kent…transforms songs into short stories that brim with passion\, romance\, and wonder. Lean into her muted declarations and Kent can bring the world to you.” — New Yorker Magazine\nKent’s repertoire moves effortlessly between jazz standards\, French chanson\, Brazilian bossa nova\, and original works written especially for her. Many of these songs are composed by her husband and longtime musical partner\, saxophonist and producer Jim Tomlinson\, often in collaboration with Nobel Prize–winning author Kazuo Ishiguro. Her recordings also include collaborations with Brazilian legends Marcos Valle\, Roberto Menescal\, and Danilo Caymmi\, as well as the renowned Quatuor Ébène. \nWith 14 studio albums to her name\, highlights include the Grammy-nominated\, Platinum-selling Breakfast On The Morning Tram\, the orchestral I Know I Dream\, and the award-winning duo album Songs From Other Places. Kent has performed in nearly 60 countries\, gracing major concert halls\, festivals\, and jazz clubs with performances praised for their intimacy and sophistication. \nIn concert\, Stacey Kent creates a refined\, welcoming atmosphere—inviting audiences into a world of subtle swing\, poetic storytelling\, and musical conversation. Her performances are timeless\, deeply personal\, and quietly unforgettable.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/stacey-kent/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Manhattan Short Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Manhattan Short Film Festival is a unique experience\, extending beyond its headquarters in New York City by inviting participating venues worldwide to screen entries and allow audience voting to determine the winner. The festival takes place in 400 venues across 6 continents and includes screening venues in all 50 states of the United States\, the first film festival ever to do so. \nTickets: $10 adults\, $7 seniors/students \nHappens on the following Dates:\nSep 27\, 2026\, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)\nSep 27\, 2026\, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)\nOct 2\, 2026\, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)\nOct 2\, 2026\, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)\nOct 4\, 2026\, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/manhattan-short-film-festival-3/2026-10-04/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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SUMMARY:Manhattan Short Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Manhattan Short Film Festival is a unique experience\, extending beyond its headquarters in New York City by inviting participating venues worldwide to screen entries and allow audience voting to determine the winner. The festival takes place in 400 venues across 6 continents and includes screening venues in all 50 states of the United States\, the first film festival ever to do so. \nTickets: $10 adults\, $7 seniors/students \nHappens on the following Dates:\nSep 27\, 2026\, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)\nSep 27\, 2026\, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)\nOct 2\, 2026\, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)\nOct 2\, 2026\, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)\nOct 4\, 2026\, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/manhattan-short-film-festival-3/2026-10-02/2/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T140000
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SUMMARY:Manhattan Short Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Manhattan Short Film Festival is a unique experience\, extending beyond its headquarters in New York City by inviting participating venues worldwide to screen entries and allow audience voting to determine the winner. The festival takes place in 400 venues across 6 continents and includes screening venues in all 50 states of the United States\, the first film festival ever to do so. \nTickets: $10 adults\, $7 seniors/students \nHappens on the following Dates:\nSep 27\, 2026\, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)\nSep 27\, 2026\, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)\nOct 2\, 2026\, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)\nOct 2\, 2026\, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)\nOct 4\, 2026\, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/manhattan-short-film-festival-3/2026-10-02/1/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ruthie Foster
DESCRIPTION:Ruthie Foster’s musical journey is as eclectic and vibrant as her soulful voice. Born into a family steeped in gospel tradition\, Ruthie’s earliest influences were the voices of her mother\, grandmother\, and the gospel singers she grew up listening to — artists like the Gospel Keynotes and the Blind Boys of Alabama. However\, her path to becoming a solo artist wasn’t a straightforward one. Despite a deep love for music\, Ruthie initially shied away from the spotlight\, preferring to play guitar\, piano\, and write songs for others. \nGrowing up in the rich musical tapestry of Gause\, Texas\, Ruthie found herself drawn to the diverse sounds and arrangements of local gospel choirs and musicians. Despite her reluctance to take center stage\, Ruthie’s talent was undeniable\, and her mother encouraged her to step up and sing out. She stood out as a young black girl with a guitar in a choir scene dominated by pianos\, but with her grandmother’s vocal coaching and encouragement from her mother and the church community\, she recognized her own power — as a songwriter\, a musician\, and as a captivating singer. \nAfter studying music at a community college in Waco\, Ruthie decided to take a break from music and enlist in the Navy. The stage drew her once more\, and she was selected to sing for the Navy band Pride\, where she honed her skills as a vocalist and performer. A development deal with Atlantic Records led her to New York City\, where she immersed herself in the songwriting community and learned the craft of writing songs that spoke to the soul. \nHowever\, Ruthie’s journey took a turn when her mother fell ill\, prompting her to step back from music and return to Texas once again. It was a period of introspection\, caregiving\, and deep bonding with her mother\, and upon her return to writing and performing\, it was to shape her voice as a singer-songwriter and storyteller. Drawing on her experiences and her musical roots\, she began to craft blues\, folk\, and gospel-tinged songs that spoke to the universal themes of love\, loss\, and resilience. \nTurning down a major record deal in pursuit of authenticity\, she has stayed true to herself and her vision as an artist\, signing with independent label Blue Corn Music to release Runaway Soul in 2002\, followed by The Phenomenal Ruthie Foster in 2007\, The Truth According to Ruthie Foster in 2009\, Let It Burn in 2012\, Promise of a Brand New Day in 2014\, Joy Comes Back in 2017\, and Healing Time in 2022. She has also released three live albums\, Stages in 2004\, Live At Antone’s in 2011\, and 2020’s Live at the Paramount. \nNow\, with five GRAMMY® nominations to her name\, Ruthie Foster has achieved a long-awaited milestone: her very first GRAMMY® win. Her latest album\, Mileage\, released on the legendary Sun Records\, won Best Contemporary Blues Album at the 2025 GRAMMY Awards® — a triumph not only for Foster\, but also a historic first-ever GRAMMY® win for Sun Records. The recognition underscores the power of Foster’s artistry and the enduring legacy of a label that continues to champion timeless voices. With soulful melodies\, heartfelt lyrics\, and unwavering commitment to her craft\, Foster continues to carve out a path that is uniquely her own — inspiring audiences and fellow musicians alike.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/ruthie-foster/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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SUMMARY:Manhattan Short Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Manhattan Short Film Festival is a unique experience\, extending beyond its headquarters in New York City by inviting participating venues worldwide to screen entries and allow audience voting to determine the winner. The festival takes place in 400 venues across 6 continents and includes screening venues in all 50 states of the United States\, the first film festival ever to do so. \nTickets: $10 adults\, $7 seniors/students \nHappens on the following Dates:\nSep 27\, 2026\, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)\nSep 27\, 2026\, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)\nOct 2\, 2026\, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)\nOct 2\, 2026\, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)\nOct 4\, 2026\, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/manhattan-short-film-festival-3/2026-09-27/2/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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SUMMARY:Manhattan Short Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Manhattan Short Film Festival is a unique experience\, extending beyond its headquarters in New York City by inviting participating venues worldwide to screen entries and allow audience voting to determine the winner. The festival takes place in 400 venues across 6 continents and includes screening venues in all 50 states of the United States\, the first film festival ever to do so. \nTickets: $10 adults\, $7 seniors/students \nHappens on the following Dates:\nSep 27\, 2026\, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)\nSep 27\, 2026\, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)\nOct 2\, 2026\, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)\nOct 2\, 2026\, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)\nOct 4\, 2026\, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/manhattan-short-film-festival-3/2026-09-27/1/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T193000
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SUMMARY:Trey Hensley
DESCRIPTION:GRAMMY® winner and reigning two-time IBMA Guitar Player of the Year Trey Hensley has been called a “musical phenom” by NPR\, “a guitar-slinging superhero” by Bluegrass Today\, “Nashville’s hottest young player” by Acoustic Guitar magazine\, and “the Swiss Army knife of roots music” by WMOT Radio’s Craig Havighurst. Hensley’s artistry has received high praise from the likes of Merle Haggard and Marty Stuart. An Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar Festival invitee who has collaborated with Johnny Cash\, Vince Gill\, Dolly Parton\, Taj Mahal and Tommy Emmanuel\, Hensley is known for his other-worldly guitar playing\, jaw-dropping musicianship and soulful storytelling. Having recently announced his signature guitar with Taylor Guitars: The Trey Hensley Gold Label 510e\, Hensley is set to release a new album\, Can’t Outrun The Blues\, on March 6\, 2026. The title cut has spent multiple weeks at #1 on the bluegrass charts.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/trey-hensley/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T193000
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SUMMARY:Samara Joy Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Samara Joy has emerged as one of the most extraordinary voices in contemporary jazz\, achieving a level of acclaim and visibility rarely seen at such a young age. At just 26\, the Bronx-born vocalist has earned five GRAMMY Awards—including Best New Artist—along with an NAACP Image Award\, signaling her arrival as a defining artist of her generation. With a sound rooted deeply in jazz tradition and a presence that resonates across generations\, Joy has become a powerful ambassador for classic American music in the modern era. \nA native of the Bronx\, Samara Joy became entranced by classic R&B as a child and cut her teeth as a singer in her church’s gospel choir. And while her family history is deeply musical—her grandparents helmed the Philadelphia gospel group the Savettes\, and her father\, the musician and songwriter Antonio McLendon\, has produced\, composed and arranged his own astounding original work—she didn’t delve into the jazz tradition until college at SUNY Purchase. During her studies there she won the 2019 Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition\, which introduced her to the larger jazz scene as a rising star to watch. She was heard\, by audiences and critics alike\, as a masterful interpreter of jazz standards and a rightful heiress of the sound\, technique and charisma that defined her jazz heroines—including Vaughan\, Betty Carter\, Abbey Lincoln and Carmen McRae. \nJoy released her self-titled debut on the Whirlwind label in 2021\, followed a year later by Linger Awhile\, her breakout Verve debut\, of which Down Beat said\, “With this beautiful recording\, a silky-voiced star is born.” The album earned her a Grammy for Best Jazz Vocal Album in addition to a headline-making win for Best New Artist. A deluxe edition of the album was released\, as well as the EP A Joyful Holiday\, which took home Grammys for Best Jazz Vocal Album and Best Jazz Performance in 2025. Her new Verve album\, Portrait\, which Joy co-produced with the veteran trumpeter/bandleader and multi-Grammy winner Brian Lynch\, showcases the intimate\, soulful chemistry she’s developed with her touring band\, already earning her an NAACP Image Award this year for Best Jazz Album. Portrait also spotlights her burgeoning gifts as a lyricist\, in ingenious arrangements that meld her thoughtful words with music by Charles Mingus\, Sun Ra and her late mentor Barry Harris.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/samara-joy-quintet/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T191500
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SUMMARY:LIttle Audrey
DESCRIPTION:Post-film Q&A panel: Michael Mailer\, director\, Jeff Thomas\, producer\, Robert Wahlberg\, actor \nDirected by Michael Mailer\nProduced by John Buffalo Mailer\, Michael Mailer\, and Jeff Thomas\nSynopsis \nInspired by the real-life story of Audrey Santo\, who died at age 23 in 2007 after she was left in a vegetative state since childhood\, the film centers on a Vatican-ordered investigation into reported miracles surrounding the teenage girl with akinetic mutism. \nRuntime: 98 minutes \nPast Screenings: July 25 World Premiere at Woods Hole \nNotable Cast\nEmily VanCamp \nCaptain America: Civil War\, Brothers & Sisters\, Revenge \nJennifer Esposito \nCrash\, Fresh Kills\, Somewhere in Queens \nJosh Bowman \nDoctor Who\, Revenge\, Final Fantasy (videogame series) \nAidan Quinn \nLegends of the Fall\, Desperately Seeking Susan\, Michael Collins\, The Lightkeeper \nRobert Wahlberg \nSouthie\, Mystic River and The Departed
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/little-audrey/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fair/Festival,Film,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260921T160000
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SUMMARY:Painting at the Edge
DESCRIPTION:Synopsis\nTraveling mostly on foot\, by raft or canoe\, English artist Tony Foster paints landscapes in the remotest of areas often risking his life to bring awareness to wilderness destruction and climate change. \nDavid C. Schendel\, Writer/Director/Producer\nJoe Pavlo\, Producer/VFX Artist | Ikuko Kobayashi\, Production Design/Graphics\nFrancisco X. Rivera\, Editor | Moritz Hans Laub\, Composer \nFrom the Filmmaker\nAs a documentarian I am always looking for stories that have multiple levels of meaning. Yank Tanks was a clever way of dissecting the cultural truth behind the Cuban Embargo. The Comedy Club was a not-so-subtle look at the corporatization of standup comedy and its effects on freedom of expression. Enduring Democracy explores economic opportunism and the dangers when\nthat intersects with racism. And Painting at the Edge is a story about an eco-warrior that shows us how to forge a new relationship to nature. On the surface these films might seem as simple as “how do you keep an old car running without spare parts” but one level below there is a bigger question. I met Tony Foster when I was hired to produce a video about the opening of his museum in Palo Alto\, CA. My dad\, Alfred was a master watercolour painter and so when I saw Tony’s paintings\, I immediately recognized the talent in the work. Watercolour is by far the most difficult and unforgiving medium to paint in – believe me I tried! At his museum opening I was standing in front of one of the largest paintings I’ve ever seen of the Grand Canyon. Someone next to me asked what I thought of the painting. I replied “it’s a masterpiece but the colors look very pop art.” “Well\, I used to make pop art!” I turned to see it was Tony Foster himself. From that moment we had a trusting relationship because I had dared to critique the master directly. After several years of discussions about the shape of the film\, Tony and I decided to make the documentary about his life together. As a filmmaker this has been the most challenging adventure I have ever embarked upon. Most film production teams don’t need to worry about where they are going to charge their batteries or how much water is needed for an 8-day canoe trip. Besides the challenge and rigors of filming in the wilderness how do you tell a story about such a singular man? Tony was set on making the film while he was working in the wild\, so we packed the cameras\, tents and sleeping bags and made a film. The planet stands on the edge of an environmental collapse. We must change our relationship to our only home or very soon it could be uninhabitable. Tony is the perfect messenger for those of us looking for a better way and hopefully for those that need the message most.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/painting-at-the-edge/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Film,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T210000
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SUMMARY:Shoshana Bean
DESCRIPTION:GRAMMY Award winner and three-time Tony Award nominee Shoshana Bean can currently be seen starring in The Lost Boys musical on Broadway. Prior to that\, she starred in Alicia Keys’ hit Broadway musical\, Hell’s Kitchen. Her portrayal of “Jersey” earned her a GRAMMY Award\, her second Tony Award nomination\, a Drama League Award nomination\, and a Drama Desk nomination. Her performance in the Public Theater’s Hell’s Kitchen Off-Broadway production earned her a Lucille Lortel Award nomination. \nIn 2022\, she received Tony and GRAMMY nominations as well as an Outer Critics Circle Award Nomination and a Drama League Award Nomination for her role as Susan Young opposite Billy Crystal in Broadway’s Mr. Saturday Night. She previously starred on Broadway as the first replacement for Elphaba in Wicked and as Jenna in Waitress. \nHer six independent studio albums and EP’s have landed her on top of the iTunes and Billboard charts\, including the peak position of #1 on the Billboard Jazz Chart. She has sold out concerts around the globe and lent her voice to countless films and television shows\, including The Boys\, Sing\, Sing 2\, Enchanted\, Jersey Boys\, Glee\, and Galavant. Shoshana made her Broadway debut in the original cast of Hairspray\, appeared Off-Broadway in the 2000 revival of Godspell\, and in Songs for a New World at City Center Encores. \nRegionally\, she appeared in Sarah Silverman’s The Bedwetter\, won an IRNE Award for her performance as Fanny Brice in Funny Girl \, and earned a Jeff Award nomination for her portrayal of CeeCee Bloom in the pre-Broadway musical production of Beaches. She has appeared in Bloodline\, Bill and Ted Face The Music\, Great Performances: 50 Years of Broadway’s Best\, and recently filmed a solo concert special for PBS.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/shoshana-bean/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T183000
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SUMMARY:Closing Night: On the Ocean's Edge
DESCRIPTION:Maeve Gilchrist | Seamus Egan | David Coffin | Trio Oko | Nuala Kennedy | The Rockport Celtic Festival House Band \nIn this jam packed evening we bring together some of the most cutting edge sounds from the Celtic World as well as local Cape Ann hero\, David Coffin and the innovative new Harp Trio\, Trio Oko. \nIn tonight’s performance we present a World Premier by the Irish singer and flautist\, Nuala Kennedy. A four part suite of music inspired by the fire festivals which mark the seasons of the traditional Celtic Year: Samhain (Winter)\, Imbolc (Spring)\, Bealtaine (Summer) and Lunasa (Autumn). With poetry woven throughout\, this world premier will be performed by Nuala with the incredible House band (Logan Coale\, Maeve Gilchrist\, Alan Murray and more) In the first act of the show\, Irish Music Legend\, Seamus Egan and Artistic Director Maeve Gilchrist join forces with strings to perform tunes from their new album ‘Into the Ice’\, a sonic retelling of the famous Shackleton expedition\, through the lens of traditional Irish Music\, electronics and prose. Prepare to be transported! In addition we have two more of Vivaldi’s seasons to round off the year\, sing-along shanties with the inimitable David Coffin and all types of one-off collaborations including a harp duet and lush string arrangements of traditional Celtic tunes!
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/closing-night-on-the-oceans-edge/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T133000
DTSTAMP:20260810T172820Z
CREATED:20260810T172820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T172820Z
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SUMMARY:Words & Music: The Celtic Spirit
DESCRIPTION:Join host Maeve Gilchrist and musical guests\, Lindsay O Donovan\, David Coffin\, Seamus Egan\, Edwin Huizinga\, Nuala Kennedy and some special guests in this intimate hour-long celebration of the time-old relationship between words and music. \nLocation: Third Floor Reception Hall \nDuring this meditative performance we ask our artists to share words of meaning: poetry and prose\, personal stories and tales of the imagination. Set against a soundscape of songs\, improvisation and melodies designed to move the spirit.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/words-music-the-celtic-spirit/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T213000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T230000
DTSTAMP:20260810T172733Z
CREATED:20260810T172733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T172733Z
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SUMMARY:Celtic Céildh
DESCRIPTION:Grab a drink at the bar\, bring your dancing shoes and join host Maeve Gilchrist for an exhilarating evening of fiddle music and dance! Enjoy the traditional session hosted by Abbie MacQuarrie along with some surprise special guests. And be prepared to grab a partner and dance as Abbie teaches some easy-to-learn traditional Ceili-dances. Pure-drop fun! \nLocation: Third Floor Reception Hall
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/celtic-ceildh/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T203000
DTSTAMP:20260810T172618Z
CREATED:20260810T172618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T172618Z
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SUMMARY:Strings on Strings
DESCRIPTION:Maeve Gilchrist | Copley Street | The Fretless (with special guest Madeleine Rogers) | Edwin Huizinga and William Coulter (Fire and Grace) \nA string focused extravaganza of a night where we hear music from the world-class\, pure-drop traditional sounds of Boston-based band\, Copley Street (Joey Abarta\, Nathan Gourley and Owen Marshall) next to Baroque fiddler extraordinaire\, Edwin Huizinga and guitarist William Coulter play their jaw-dropping distillations of Vivaldi’s four seasons. \nThis evening will bring us the joy of Spring and the visceral excitement of Summer as we hear these two instruments cover an entire orchestra’s worth of texture\, melody and soul. In the second half of the concert we bring back Canada’s award-winning quartet\, The Fretless\, this time joining forces with the stunning vocals of Madeleine Rogers. This pan-Canadian group is reinventing the meaning of string quartet and bringing the sounds of their respective string cultures into indie territory\, garnering new audiences\, new sounds and creating a whole new horizon. Pulling it all together\, Rockport’s Artistic Director Maeve Gilchrist will bring her harp\, poetry and context to each act to turn this whole evening into an unforgettable story of songs\, tunes and concerti!
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/strings-on-strings/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T143000
DTSTAMP:20260810T172514Z
CREATED:20260810T172514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T172514Z
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SUMMARY:Chantey Sing
DESCRIPTION:Bring your voices to a boisterous Chantey Sing with David Coffin. Sing along on the chorus of a hauling\, stamping\, heaving\, capstan\, what-have-you chantey. Let’s rattle the rafters!!
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/chantey-sing/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T123000
DTSTAMP:20260810T171512Z
CREATED:20260810T171512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T171512Z
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SUMMARY:Salon Session
DESCRIPTION:Come meet our 2026 commissioned composer\, Nuala Kennedy and hear about the nuances of writing new works through the lens of traditional Irish Music. Hear Edwin Huizinga and William Coulter describe the Creative process of distilling Vivaldi’s famous Four seasons in all its orchestrational nuance down to two instruments: guitar and fiddle! Bring your own questions. This is a fantastic opportunity to meet some of our 2026 artists up close and have some of your questions answered! Hosted by Maeve Gilchrist.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/salon-session/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T213000
DTSTAMP:20260828T183149Z
CREATED:20260828T183149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T183149Z
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SUMMARY:Opening Night: A Festival of Riches
DESCRIPTION:Maeve Gilchrist | Nuala Kennedy | The Louise Bichan Band | Oisin Mcauly | Caoimhin O Fearghail | Alan Murray | Sam Reider | The Human Hands \nThis Friday night concert offers a smorgasbord of delights as we present a diverse and exciting array of artists that represent the breadth and eclecticism that has become a trademark of the Rockport Celtic Festival. Think of it as a festival in itself! \nHailing from Dundalk\, Ireland\, Nuala Kennedy brings her uniquely soulful vocals and flute playing to our Friday night extravaganza\, joined by Alan Murray on Guitar. Hailing from one of the most northernmost points of Scotland\, Orkney-born fiddler\, Louise Bichan brings an incredibly dynamic transatlantic band of young musicians bringing to life music inspired by her upbringing on the culturally rich Island of Orkney. Virtuosic Donegal fiddler\, Oisin Mcauly (Danu) pairs up with TG4 Young Musician of the Year and RTÉ Radio 1 Folk Award’s best instrumentalist winner\, Caoimhín Ó Fearghail to create a duo of instrumental music that’s sure to set fire to the stage! And as if that weren’t enough\, we have the incredible Americana/jazz/roots music band Sam Reider and the Human Hands bringing the party with their unique blend of fiddle\, saxophone\, accordion and bass and showcasing the most one of the most exciting sounds on the American New Acoustic Scene right now. And best of all\, what happens when all these artists meet?! Don’t miss it!
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/opening-night-a-festival-of-riches/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fair/Festival,Music,Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T210000
DTSTAMP:20260810T171214Z
CREATED:20260810T171214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T171214Z
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SUMMARY:Yonder Mountain String Band
DESCRIPTION:GRAMMY-nominated Yonder Mountain String Band set the tone for a new way forward in acoustic music\, carrying bluegrass into rooms and conversations it had never reached before. Nearly three decades later\, that same spirit still guides them\, alive and present on Good As True (2026)\, the band’s 12th studio album\, released March 2026. The record captures Yonder in full stride. It’s unguarded and in motion\, preserving the spark of musicians playing in real time and leaning into everything they have learned along the way. \nGood As True (2026) digs into communication\, the conversations that carry us forward and the ones that fall apart. The things we say\, the things we mean\, and what gets lost in between. \n“Brand New Heartache\,” the album’s lead single\, lives in that fragile moment after a breakup when heartbreak and forward motion exist at the same time. Built on rock-leaning verses and a bluegrass-lifted chorus\, it turns loss into motion and sets the tone for the record. From the indelible guitar riff and self-reckoning at the heart of “Blind” to the sharp\, sarcastic truth of “Long Ride\,” the album stays rooted in real life\, tracing personal and political fractures on “Nothing New” and “The Lie.” “One to One Another” and “Always Almost” linger in the struggle to connect. \n“Barroom Feather” stands on its own. Recorded live in the studio\, the song began with lyrics and drifted into a spontaneous jam that became one of the record’s most expansive moments\, stretching past sixteen minutes. Anchored by a subtle drum track\, it broadens the band’s rhythmic range without losing Yonder’s acoustic core. \nAcross eight original tracks co-written by Adam Aijala (guitar\, vocals)\, Dave Johnston (banjo\, vocals)\, Ben Kaufmann (bass vocals)\, and Nick Piccininni (mandolin\, vocals)\, Good As True (2026) reflects a group writing from inside their own history\, relationships\, and the world around them. Brought to life by the full five-piece lineup\, including fiddle player Coleman Smith\, the album carries the interplay and identity of the band as it exists today. The songs move between drive\, reflection\, humor\, and weight. It is forward-looking and fully alive\, a reminder that Yonder Mountain String Band’s story is still unfolding.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/yonder-mountain-string-band-2/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T210000
DTSTAMP:20260804T185033Z
CREATED:20260804T185033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T185033Z
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SUMMARY:Huntertones
DESCRIPTION:Dan White\, sax | Chris Ott\, trombone | Brad Mason\, trumpet | Joshua Hill\, guitar | Adam DeAscentis\, bass | John Hubbell\, drums \nHuntertones consistently turns heads and grabs ears with distinctive\, horns-of plenty happenings. On stages\, in studios and across the internet\, this malleable unit offers an inimitable blend of jazz\, funk\, pop\, soul\, hip-hop\, and R&B. In parallel to full-group pursuits—appearing on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and performing with Lawrence\, Lake Street Dive\, Louis Cato\, Kurt Elling and Charlie Hunter\, and Cory Wong—Huntertones’ horns operate both in the pocket and outside the box. In every way\, shape and form\, Huntertones captivates with a connective energy like no other. Demonstrating commitment to what’s real\, this outfit reaches new heights with Transmission (8/21/26). \n“Honest\, genuine\, skillfully executed music without limitations that is uplifting and cannot be quantified.” -Jon Batiste
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/huntertones/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T220000
DTSTAMP:20260804T184223Z
CREATED:20260804T184223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T184223Z
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SUMMARY:Tuba Skinny
DESCRIPTION:Tuba Skinny\, the pride of New Orleans’ vibrant and fertile trad jazz scene\, returns to Rockport for two shows! The beloved Crescent City collective started out over a decade ago as show-stopping French Quarter street buskers and have since turned into one of the greatest musical ambassadors of New Orleans\, traveling the world with their spirited takes on Depression-era blues\, spirituals\, ragtime and traditional jazz. \nFor over a decade\, Tuba Skinny has grown steadily in popularity\, releasing twelve albums and touring all over the world. They’ve attracted a wide variety of fans—young and old\, neophytes and niche-enthusiasts—with the strength of their musicianship and the scope of their jazz and American roots music catalog. \nWhile they’ve become known as world-class interpreters of traditional jazz\, over the years they’ve branched out into jug band music\, spirituals\, country blues\, string band music\, ragtime\, and New Orleans R&B. Their approach is a true reflection of Americana\, encompassing the full genealogy of popular American music from an early 20th century perspective. \nDespite a general lack of interest in social media and a limited release of their music online\, they’ve amassed an enthusiastic digital following. \nAfter a decade of playing (mostly) other artist’s songs\, Tuba Skinny decided to fulfill a long-time dream with the release of Magnolia Stroll—their first album of all-original tunes. Featuring compositions from Erika\, Shaye\, Robin\, Barnabus\, Craig\, and Max\, it is their love song to all the musicians\, living and dead\, who have inspired them\, as well as to the neighborhoods of New Orleans that have nurtured them. \nHappens on the following Dates:\nSep 1\, 2026\, 5:00pm to 7:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)\nSep 1\, 2026\, 8:00pm to 10:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/tuba-skinny-2/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T190000
DTSTAMP:20260609T165126Z
CREATED:20260609T165126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T165126Z
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SUMMARY:Beethoven & Correia
DESCRIPTION:Shai Wosner\, piano | Stella Chen\, violin | Matthew Lipman\, viola | Brannon Cho\, cello \nThese renowned artists come together for a powerful collaborative program featuring chamber arrangements of Beethoven’s Leonore Overture and the “Eroica” Symphony alongside a work by Correia. This performance reimagines symphonic grandeur through collective artistry and contemporary perspective. \nPROGRAM\nBEETHOVEN: Leonore Overture (piano quartet arr.)\nCORREIA: Cantares\nIntermission\nBEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 3 “Eroica” (piano quartet arr.) \nSHAI WOSNER\, piano\nPianist Shai Wosner is internationally recognized for his exceptional artistry\, musical integrity\, and creative insight. Praised by NPR for his “keen musical mind and deep musical soul\,” he is admired for performances that span the core classical repertoire from Beethoven and Schubert to Ligeti and today’s leading composers. \nDeeply committed to contemporary music\, Wosner recently gave the world premiere of Vijay Iyer’s Piano Concerto: Handmade Universe\, written for him and the East Coast Chamber Orchestra\, with whom he maintains a longstanding artistic partnership. His engagement with new music also includes innovative projects pairing canonical works with newly commissioned compositions. \nAn active soloist and chamber musician\, Wosner performs regularly at major venues and festivals worldwide\, including the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center\, and has collaborated with artists such as Joshua Bell and Martin Fröst. His arrangements of Beethoven symphonies for piano trio are widely performed. \nWosner’s acclaimed recordings feature music by Beethoven\, Schubert\, Ligeti\, and contemporary composers. His honors include an Avery Fisher Career Grant\, Martin E. Segal Award\, and Borletti-Buitoni Trust Award. Born in Israel\, he studied with Emanuel Ax at The Juilliard School\, where he now serves on the piano faculty. \nSTELLA CHEN\, violin\nPraised for her “silken grace” and “brilliant command” (The Strad)\, American violinist Stella Chen gained international recognition as the winner of the 2019 Queen Elizabeth International Violin Competition. Her critically acclaimed debut album\, Stella x Schubert\, released in 2023 on Apple Music’s Platoon label\, earned her the Gramophone Award for Young Artist of the Year. \nChen performs widely across North America\, Europe\, and Asia as a soloist\, recitalist\, and chamber musician. Recent highlights include debuts with the New York Philharmonic\, Chicago Symphony\, Minnesota Orchestra\, Israel Philharmonic\, Chamber Orchestra of Europe\, and the Orchestra of St. Luke’s. She has appeared at leading venues such as the Vienna Musikverein\, Concertgebouw Amsterdam\, and Berlin Philharmonie\, and performs regularly with the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center in New York and on tour. \nHighlights of Chen’s 2025–26 season include concerto debuts with the Vancouver Symphony\, Cincinnati Symphony\, and Antwerp Symphony orchestras\, as well as an American tour with the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra\, including a performance at Carnegie Hall. She also appears in recital and chamber music performances at La Jolla Music Society and Chamber Music San Francisco\, and leads a residency at the San Francisco Conservatory. \nA dedicated chamber musician and educator\, Chen has been featured at major international festivals and is a member of the faculty at Juilliard’s College and Pre-College Divisions. She performs on the 1720 “General Kyd” Stradivarius\, generously on loan from Dr. Ryuji Ueno and Rare Violins In Consortium. \nMATTHEW LIPMAN\, viola\nAmerican violist Matthew Lipman has been praised by The New York Times for his “rich tone and elegant phrasing” and by the Chicago Tribune for his “splendid technique and musical sensitivity.” Widely regarded as one of the leading instrumentalists of his generation\, he appears frequently as both a soloist and chamber musician. \n“splendid technique and musical sensitivity” – THE CHICAGO TRIBUNE\nLipman has performed with major orchestras including the Chicago Symphony Orchestra\, Chamber Orchestra of Europe\, Munich Symphony Orchestra\, Minnesota Orchestra\, and American Symphony Orchestra\, and has collaborated with conductors such as Sir Neville Marriner\, Osmo Vänskä\, Edward Gardner\, and Leon Botstein. As a recitalist and soloist\, he has appeared at Carnegie Hall\, Wigmore Hall\, Walt Disney Concert Hall\, the Zürich Tonhalle\, and festivals including Aspen\, Ravinia\, and Rheingau. \nA passionate advocate for contemporary music\, Lipman has premiered works by Clarice Assad\, Helen Grime\, Malika Kishino\, and David Ludwig\, and collaborates closely with today’s leading composers. His debut album Ascent\, featuring the world premiere recording of Shostakovich’s Impromptu for viola and piano\, was released on Cedille Records and praised by The Strad. Additional recordings include releases on Sony Classical\, Deutsche Grammophon\, and Avie Records. \nLipman is a regular member of the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center and collaborates with many of today’s foremost artists. A recipient of an Avery Fisher Career Grant\, he is on faculty at Stony Brook University. He performs on a viola made for him by Samuel Zygmuntowicz. \nBRANNON CHO\, cello\nBrannon Cho is the First Prize winner of the prestigious 6th International Paulo Cello Competition\, and is also a top prize winner of the Queen Elisabeth\, Naumburg\, and Cassadó International Cello Competitions. \nMost recently\, Brannon Cho is the recipient of the 2020 Janos Starker Foundation Award\, the Landgraf von Hessen Prize from Kronberg Academy\, the 2019 Ivan Galamian Award previously held by James Ehnes\, and is a scholarship holder in the Anne-Sophie Mutter Foundation. \nBrannon Cho has appeared as a soloist with many of the top orchestras around the world\, including the Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra\, Minnesota Orchestra\, Chamber Orchestra of Europe\, Belgian National Orchestra\, Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra\, and Brussels Philharmonic. \nBorn in New Jersey\, Brannon Cho received his Bachelor’s degree from Northwestern University’s Bienen School of Music under Hans Jørgen Jensen. He was awarded the Artist Diploma from the New England Conservatory\, where he studied with Laurence Lesser. Today\, he is in the Professional Studies program at the Kronberg Academy\, under the tutelage of Frans Helmerson. Brannon Cho performs on a rare cello made by Antonio Casini in 1668 in Modena\, Italy.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/beethoven-correia/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T213000
DTSTAMP:20260605T160444Z
CREATED:20260605T160444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T160444Z
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SUMMARY:The Hot Sardines
DESCRIPTION:Emerging a decade ago from the underground parties of Brooklyn to touring worldwide and recording a string of albums that’s racked up more than 60 million streams\, the Hot Sardines’ own “potent and assured” (The New York Times)\, “simply phenomenal” (The Times\, London) brand of reinvigorated classic jazz landed them at the center of a whirlwind. \nIn 2024\, cofounders Elizabeth Bougerol (vocals) and Evan Palazzo (piano) debuted \nthe Sardines’ new project at Carnegie Hall\, selling out with in hours. Banned Jazz is a celebration of joy as an act of resistance and the unifying power of music\, recounting how political forces in the U.S. and Europe tried (and failed) to suppress the music of Louis Armstrong\, Josephine Baker\, Benny Goodman and more\, with its messages of cultural\, racial\, and sexual freedom. Frontwoman and powerhouse storyteller Bougerol weaves vivid historical vignettes—of dancehall raids\, black-market recordings\, and Nazi-era laws that made playing (or even hearing) jazz a punishable offense—into an electrifying live-music experience. Her rallying cry “These are times that need live music” has never felt truer. \nThe Sardines’ latest recording is C’est La Vie\, a bilingual affair of vintage jazz standards and originals. The title track\, a Bossa nova original in French\, is a timely ode to fully living each moment\, even when you don’t know what the next will bring. A gospel-inflected “Moon River” came about when Elizabeth and Evan were tapped by director Greg Mottola to contribute music to the Miramax release Confess\, Fletch\, starring Jon Hamm and John Slattery (in which the band also makes an appearance); originals created for the project include the original “Adieu l’amour\,” a foray into the sounds of film noir. And—recorded on the road while she was pregnant with her son—Elizabeth sings “La Vie en Rose” as a spare\, hushed lullaby in duet with Bob Parins. \nThe Hot Sardines continue to tour\, taking Banned Jazz on the road starting in 2025\, which will also see the release of their seventh album.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/the-hot-sardines/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T210000
DTSTAMP:20260720T174221Z
CREATED:20260720T174221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T174221Z
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SUMMARY:The Baylor Project
DESCRIPTION:A husband. A wife. An astonishing duo built on love\, family\, faith\, culture and community. These are the things that power The Baylor Project featuring Jean Baylor and Marcus Baylor. This enticing collaboration is steeped in the heart and soul of jazz. As the children of Pastors\, Marcus’ and Jean’s musical roots were planted deep within the church\, and it was there that the road was paved for the influence of jazz\, gospel\, blues and soul to make its mark. \n“Jean and Marcus Baylor are a married couple whose buoyant\, convivial music unites gospel\, jazz and R&B.” -The New York Times\nTheir debut CD The Journey\, released on their own label\, Be A Light LLC\, topped the Billboard Jazz Chart at Number 8 in 2017 and a year later garnered 2 GRAMMY® Nominations for Best Jazz Vocal Album and Best Traditional R&B Performance. Two years later during one of the most challenging years in recent history\, The Baylors released their single\, “Sit On Down” in 2020 which earned a 3rd GRAMMY® Nomination for Best Traditional R&B Performance\, solidifying The Baylor Project as an undeniable force. Their second album\, Generations\, released in 2021 earned the duo its first NAACP Image Award win for Outstanding Jazz Album-Vocal and its 4th GRAMMY® Nomination for Best Jazz Vocal Album. And their first live album\, The Evening: Live At APPARATUS earned The Baylors their 5th and 6th GRAMMY® Nominations for Best Jazz Vocal Album and Best Improvised Jazz Solo. A collaboration with Adam Blackstone and Russell Ferrante earned them a 7th GRAMMY® Nomination for the original song “Vulnerable (Live)”\, from the live recording\, Legacy: The Instrumental Jawn. Most recently\, in partnership with APOGEE Electronics\, The Baylor Project received their 8th GRAMMY® Nomination for an impromptu live\, in-studio performance of the age-old spiritual\, “Walk With Me\, Lord.” \nMarcus and Jean also expanded into television\, writing\, producing and performing the new theme song\, “GOOD LIFE” for Season 6 of the Tamron Hall Show! \nThe Baylor Project pays homage to their wide-ranging musical influences\, and in doing so generate an eclectic sound whose overall effect is spiritual\, buoyant\, feel-good music. Soulful. Melodic. Authentic. The Baylor Project.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/the-baylor-project/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T210000
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SUMMARY:The Clements Brothers
DESCRIPTION:The Clements Brothers are George and Charles Clements\, identical twins from New England. They’ve been playing and writing music together for as long as they can remember and ‘The Clements Brothers’ marks their first project together since playing in the internationally touring grass-roots band\, ‘The Lonely Heartstring Band’ with whom they put out two albums on Rounder Records. “Dandelion Breeze is an album that unassumingly and softly seeps into your soul and stakes its claim as one of the year’s best debuts.” – Mike Davies\, KLOF Magazine With roots\, rock\, bluegrass\, jazz\, and classical influences\, George (on guitar) and Charles (on bass) aim to capture their singer-songwriter sensibilities in a unique blended voice\, at once enthralling and intimate\, groovy and serene. Their first album ‘Dandelion Breeze’ was released in 2023 on Plow Man Records and their sophomore record is set to be released in the Fall of 2026. The duo is a fusion of each brother’s unique musical journey\, and the result is music all its own\, filled with vocal harmonies\, instrumental virtuosity\, and a genuine love of song.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/the-clements-brothers-3/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T213000
DTSTAMP:20260605T160146Z
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SUMMARY:Rodney Crowell
DESCRIPTION:On his vibrant 20th studio album\, Airline Highway\, Rodney Crowell explores love\, memory\, and musical kinship with a new generation of roots artists. Produced with Tyler Bryant and recorded live at Dockside Studio in Louisiana\, the album captures a spontaneous spirit—blending Crowell’s storytelling prowess with contributions from Lukas Nelson\, Ashley McBryde\, Charlie Starr\, and Larkin Poe. Inspired by the swamp-pop sounds of his youth and recorded in the heart of Cajun country\, Airline Highway reflects on the past while celebrating the present. From the rollicking homage “The Twenty-One Song Salute” to the haunting closer “Somewhere Down the Road\,” Crowell delivers a wise\, joyful meditation on legacy and letting go. \nTwo-time GRAMMY Award Winner \nTwo-Time Grammy Winner – Including Best Country Song for “After All This Time”\nSongwriting Legend – Penned hits for Emmylou Harris\, Johnny Cash\, Waylon Jennings\, Rosanne Cash\, Keith Urban\, and more \nOver 40 Years of Acclaimed Releases – From his 1978 debut Ain’t Living Long Like This to his vibrant 2025 release Airline Highway\nChart-Topping Success – 1988’s Diamonds & Dirt produced an unprecedented five consecutive #1 singles on the country charts\nMember of the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame (inducted 2003) \nCritically Acclaimed Collaborations – Including Old Yellow Moon and The Traveling Kind with Emmylou Harris (Grammy-winning & Grammy-nominated respectively) \nAirline Highway features Ashley McBryde\, Lukas Nelson\, Larkin Poe\, and Charlie Starr \nPublished Author – Chinaberry Sidewalks (memoir\, 2011) earned praise from The New York Times \nGenre-Spanning Influence – A bridge between classic outlaw country\, Americana\, and contemporary songwriting craft \nStill Breaking Ground – Celebrating his 20th studio album in 2025 with Airline Highway\, described as “a document of falling in love with music all over again”
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/rodney-crowell/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T190000
DTSTAMP:20260610T194624Z
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SUMMARY:Steep Canyon Rangers
DESCRIPTION:GRAMMY-winning Steep Canyon Rangers return to their bluegrass roots with Next Act\, reaffirming the tradition that shaped them while showcasing the seasoned songwriting\, rich harmonies\, and ensemble interplay that have made them leaders in modern American roots music. \nSteep Canyon Rangers arrive at a moment of renewal and reaffirmation with Next Act\, their 15th studio album set to be released May 22\, 2026. The record represents a conscious tightening of focus: a return to the bluegrass foundations that first bound the band together\, approached with the confidence and emotional range earned through years of collective evolution. It is an affirmation that bluegrass still contains endless expressive possibility. Next Act finds the Rangers sounding deeply at home in their own musical language\, drawing strength from tradition while continuing to write new chapters within it. \nFormed in North Carolina and shaped equally by the Appalachian Mountains and the Piedmont\, Steep Canyon Rangers have long occupied a singular space in American roots music. From their earliest recordings\, the band demonstrated an unusual ability to honor traditional bluegrass forms while allowing contemporary songwriting\, literary influence\, and regional storytelling to seep naturally into the music. Over time\, this balance earned them both bluegrass credibility and broader Americana acclaim\, culminating in a Best Bluegrass Album GRAMMY Award for 2013’s Nobody Knows You\, additional nominations for Rare Bird Alert (2012) and North Carolina Songbook (2020)\, and an induction into the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame. \nIn recent years\, as their audience expanded and their songwriting reach grew wider\, the Rangers began to feel a pull back toward the elemental forces that shaped them: acoustic instruments speaking clearly\, songs built for ensemble interplay\, and stories grounded in lived experience and regional memory. Next Act emerges from that impulse. \nSteep Canyon Rangers is made up of Graham Sharp on banjo and vocals\, Mike Guggino on mandolin/mandola and vocals\, Aaron Burdett on guitar and vocals\, Nicky Sanders on fiddle and vocals\, Mike Ashworth on drums\, dobro\, percussion and vocals\, and Barrett Smith on bass\, guitar\, and vocals.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/steep-canyon-rangers/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T210000
DTSTAMP:20260717T171507Z
CREATED:20260717T171507Z
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SUMMARY:Hiss Golden Messenger
DESCRIPTION:Hiss Golden Messenger is the long-running musical project led by North Carolina-based singer\, songwriter\, and producer M.C. Taylor. The project has evolved over the last decade into one of the most respected and celebrated in contemporary Americana\, blending folk\, country\, soul and gospel influences with deeply introspective\, poetic\, and conscious songwriting. \nAcross multiple critically acclaimed\, Grammy nominated albums\, Hiss Golden Messenger has become known for its warmth and emotional clarity\, as well as Taylor’s ability to connect the personal and poetic with the political without losing intimacy or musical grace. The forthcoming I’m People continues this trajectory\, offering a reflective collection of songs that speaks to resilience\, community\, radical hopefulness\, and the quiet human moments that animate and illuminate the everyday. It is among Taylor’s greatest and most profound work. Hiss Golden Messenger sits naturally alongside artists and releases that value craft\, storytelling\, and authenticity\, and aligns well with audiences attuned to indie\, folk\, Americana\, roots\, and contemporary country music.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/hiss-golden-messenger/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T210000
DTSTAMP:20260605T154306Z
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SUMMARY:Zahili Zamora
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an evening of live music in the relaxed\, lounge-like setting of Upstairs on Main\, where great music meets a casual atmosphere with the bar open throughout the event. \nZahili Gonzalez Zamora is a pianist\, composer\, bandleader\, arranger\, and educator. Born in Manzanillo\, Cuba\, she started playing piano at the age of six and graduated from the National School of Music with a performance degree. Now\, she feels most defined by her Cuban heritage and her status as an immigrant. \nFor this program\, Zahili plans to present a curated set tracing Cuban piano music from the 18th century to the present\, alongside original compositions and arrangements of selected works from the American Songbook. \nHer passion for music has taken her to Canada\, to South East Asia and\, now\, to the United States —a land of immigrants. She is always moving forward\, guided and driven by her music and the need to grow as an artist and a person\, to share her music and her love of life with others. \nShe’s an artist who’s out of her comfort zone – her home – for the sake of her work. Her rich musical background\, career experience and extraordinary improvisation skills render her as not only a leader in the modern Latin jazz idiom but also\, an influential\, emulated musician.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/zahili-zamora/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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