Community Calendar

"Quietly dazzling performances light up Feldman's introspective minor masterpiece."   
—Limelight Australia
 
For the Morton Feldman Centennial, the John Cage Trust and Bard Conservatory present a special concert by Darragh Morgan (violin) and Mary Dullea (piano) performing Feldman's For John Cage.
Morton Feldman (1926–1987) would be 100 this year. A great friend of John Cage's, the John Cage Trust, Bard Conservatory, and Culture Ireland present a rare opportunity to hear Feldman's rarely performed, exquisite work for violin and piano, For John Cage (1982).

Violinist Darragh Morgan, has been performing Morton Feldman's For John Cage internationally for over 20 years and his celebrated album release on Diatribe Records in 2020 with pianist John Tilbury, renowned as a peerless interpreter of Feldman's piano music. For this special John Cage Trust performance at Bard College's László Z. Bitó ’60 Conservatory Building, Performance Space, Darragh is joined by his long-term pianist partner, Mary Dullea, also of "the virtuosic Fidelio Trio" (Sunday Times).
This late afternoon concert offers an hour and twenty minutes of sheer bliss.

FRI Nov. 6, 6:30pm to 7:30pm
FIRST FRIDAY music with Belle-Skinner

Belle-Skinner is a dark nostalgic singer-songwriter based in New York. With a hauntingly beautiful, lilting soprano and innate sense of melody she crafts tales of songbirds, sirens and desert nomads - nuanced and layered stories which bridge the gap between past and present. Though her influences cover a broad range of genres - from French chansons and Russian folk to contemporary alt-pop and rock - her voice often draws comparisons to the likes of Joni Mitchell, Kate Bush, Jeff Buckley, Mary Hopkin, and early St. Vincent.

Turn up the volume and step into the smoky, riff-driven world of Texas blues rock as ThunderBeard brings the gritty swagger of ZZ Top to the stage. With authentic showmanship, signature beards and plenty of guitar, ThunderBeard recreates the raw energy of “That Little Ol’ Band from Texas,” delivering a live experience that captures the attitude, sound and cool that defined a generation.

The show dives deep into ZZ Top’s blues-soaked 1970s era with classics like “La Grange,” “Waitin’ for the Bus” and “Brown Sugar,” then shifts into the slick, synth-infused hits that dominated the MTV-driven 1980s, including “Gimme All Your Lovin’,” “Sharp Dressed Man” and “Legs.” From dusty barroom grooves to arena-ready anthems, ThunderBeard spans decades of iconic rock with note-perfect musicianship and high-energy performance.

Packed with driving rhythms, guitars and unmistakable Southern rock swagger, this is a full-throttle celebration of one of rock’s most legendary bands. Whether you grew up with vinyl, cassette or MTV, ThunderBeard delivers a night of gritty ’70s blues rock and ’80s cool that will have you singing along from the first riff.

Sunday, November 8, 2026 at Second Act Spirits, Amsterdam, NY
Live Music by the TV Doctors from 1pm - 3pm
(featuring: Evan Conway, Bob Morris, Josh Witmer) (No Cover)
Second Act Spirits (located at the Amsterdam Clock Tower)
37 Prospect Street, Amsterdam, New York (1st Floor)
Bloody Marys & Complimentary Bagels w/ purchase of a cocktail - all day from 12pm - 6pm
Live Music by the TV Doctors from 1pm - 3pm
(featuring: Evan Conway, Bob Morris, Josh Witmer) (No Cover)
https://tvdoctors.bandcamp.com
www.secondactspirits.com
See you there! Cheers!!!

The annual Fall Choral Concert presented by the Smith College Glee Club and Chamber Singers conducted by Hanif Lawrence. The program will also feature the Smith College Campus School Chorus, Kathy Marks-Huber, director; and the Amherst Regional High School Chorale, Todd Fruth, director. This concert is free, and open to the public.

The famed singer and one of the world’s top early music ensembles, led by lutenist Thomas Dunford, return after their memorable 2023 debut for a program of Baroque arias and instrumental works. The “elegant fire” (New Yorker) of Desandre with Jupiter’s “delightful” (NY Times) playing will have you on the edge of your seat. The NY Times named this program in the top 10 they want to hear this season in Carnegie Hall.

Baroque Works of Vivaldi & others

This event is part of Hudson Valley Community College's Fall 2026 Lunchtime Concert Series presenting the free concerts from the very best local and regional musicians. This event is free and open to the public and is presented by the HVCC Cultural Affairs Program. Attendees are encouraged to bring nonperishable food items to donate to the Viking Cupboard Food Pantry.

Jeanine Ouderkirk is a jazz vocalist and multi-instrumentalist from Saratoga Springs, NY. She began performing on the Capital Region music scene after spending a decade studying and performing bass clarinet and baritone saxophone in classical and jazz settings. She earned a master's degree in music education from The Crane School of Music.

As a vocalist, Ouderkirk explores the art of scat singing and the rich catalog of jazz standards that comprise the Great American Songbook. Since 2021, she has been the featured soloist with the Schenectady-Saratoga Symphony Orchestra for its annual Poinsettia Pops performances and appeared as a featured soloist with the Catskill Symphony in 2025.

In June 2025, Ouderkirk released her debut album, Nightingale, a 13-track collection of jazz standards featuring New York City pianist and arranger Tedd Firth.

In addition to performing, Ouderkirk is a music educator at St. Gregory's School in Loudonville, where she teaches prekindergarten through eighth-grade general music, and a voice instructor at Union College, where she specializes in jazz and pop styles.

Berkshire Grown is excited to kick off our 2026/2027 season.

Featuring locally grown and produced foods, including fruits and vegetables, cheeses, meats, breads and more. Indoor market. Live local music. Offering SNAP/HIP benefits. 1:1 Market Match for SNAP is available up to $30/shopper at each market. Hours are from 10:00AM-1:00PM. More info at katie@berkshiregrown.org

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Housatonic Dome
1064 Main St., Housatonic, MA 01236

Saturdays, 10 am - 1 pm on the following dates:
November 21, 2026
December 19, 2026
January 16, 2027
February 20, 2027
March 20, 2027
April 17, 2027

Recognized around the world as the #1 Disney tribute band—praised by Disney, Broadway.com, ABC News, and more—The Little Mermen bring Disney’s most beloved songs to life with a rock-infused twist. Known for their high-energy performances, dazzling costumes, and Broadway-caliber vocals, the band delivers a nostalgic, joy-filled journey through a century of Disney magic, from Mary Poppins and The Lion King to modern favorites like Frozen and Moana.

With epic sing-alongs, rock and pop-inspired arrangements, and a powerhouse ensemble of princesses, villains and Disney divas, The Little Mermen create an unforgettable concert experience that has taken them to major festivals alongside icons like Stevie Nicks, Joan Jett and Green Day. Perfect for families, Disney fans and anyone ready to relive the magic, this high-spirited celebration invites you to “Be Our Guest” for an evening of music, memories and pure fun.

Bring the whole family—come in costume and sing along!

This French artist’s recordings are some of the most streamed guitar music in the world. Returning after his awe-inspiring debut at Mont Pleasant in 2024, Feuillâtre brings an “uncommon breadth of spirit that shines through every note” (Gramophone) to beloved guitar masterpieces from Spain and Latin America.

Works of Albéniz, Piazzolla, Villa-Lobos, & others