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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.

Musician and educator Scott Hopkins is an accomplished banjo player whose performances blend traditional bluegrass influences with contemporary interpretations.

He became interested in bluegrass and banjo music by listening to recordings of Flatt & Scruggs and The Stanley Brothers that his father played while he was growing up. At age 15, he started taking private banjo lessons and joined the school band on tuba to fully immerse himself in the study of music.

As a tubist, Hopkins earned a Bachelor of Music Education from The Crane School of Music at SUNY Potsdam and a Master of Music Education from the University of Connecticut. He won the Crane Concerto Competition on tuba in 1995 and, since his college days, has played banjo in a variety of bands and collaborations.

In 2013, Hopkins released his first solo banjo recording project, a self-titled album featuring guest artists Mike Compton, Stephen Mougin, Casey Driessen, Andy Hall, Jesse Cobb, Randy Kohrs and Becky Buller, among others. In 2023, he released his second project, Just You, an album of duets with musical friends and heroes featuring Tony Trischka, Joe Newberry, Smokey Greene, Ellen Carlson and Bob Amos, among others. Both projects garnered critical acclaim.

Story Songs of the 70s is a seasonal concert series by Maine-based singer/songwriter, Tom DiMenna, and features songs by 3 legendary songwriters of the vinyl era — Gordon Lightfoot, Cat Stevens, and Harry Chapin. This folk-rock act blends lush vocals, intricate guitar playing and iconic story songs into a sound that’s both intimate and powerful. This special Autumn edition features songs like “Sundown” by Gordon Lightfoot, “Wild World” by Cat Stevens, and “W.O.L.D.” by Harry Chapin. It’s a carefully crafted presentation of the timeless songs that shaped a generation — performed with heart, humor, and resonance.

More info https://www.tomdimennamusic.com

In addition: Tom is now officially endorsed by Gibson Guitars and John Pearse Strings, legendary names in acoustic tone.

"Go See Tom!" -Aimsel Ponti, Portland Press Herald

Next Stage Arts and Twilight Music present two of contemporary Celtic music’s most exciting voices—Dallahan and If You Must Know.

Featuring fiddle, guitar, banjo, accordion, bagpipes, harp, and inventive arrangements that push tradition forward while honoring its roots, Dallahan and If You Must Know infuse high-energy traditional folk with bold innovation.

Forged in Scotland and Ireland’s traditional music scene while drawing on the music of the Balkans and North America, Dallahan takes listeners on a journey across styles and borders in a dazzling live show. The band creates its own distinctive brand of world folk, delivered with stunning virtuosity.

Next Stage Arts and Twilight Music present contemporary folk singer-songwriters Antje Duvekot and Hayley Reardon. German-born, American-raised Antje Duvekot writes songs praised for their hard-won wisdom, dark-eyed realism and street-smart romanticism. She has won the Grand Prize in the John Lennon Songwriting Competition, Kerrville Folk Festival's Best New Folk Award and the Boston Music Award for Outstanding Folk Act. Folk-pop singer-songwriter Hayley Reardon has played nearly 300 shows across Europe and shared the stage with Lori McKenna, Rodney Crowell, Anaïs Mitchell, Dar Williams and Ed Sheeran. All ages. Show 7:30 PM, doors 6:45 PM.

The Wailing Banshees present a menagerie of creatures great and small. Whether it’s the Fox on the Prowl, the Otter’s Holt or the Dance of the Honeybees, we will explore tunes and songs which feature the fauna of the celtic world. If you want to know the Price of My Pig or hear the Lark in the Morning, this concert is for you. Jigs, reels, and the best craic on campus.

Experience the legendary album LIVE in concert!

Tapestry, the Carole King Songbook, starring Suzanne O. Davis, is the premier musical tribute to Carole King. This show captures the essence and vibe of a 1970s Carole King concert, while respectfully paying homage to her iconic album, Tapestry. Released in 1971, Carole King’s Tapestry is one of the best-selling and most celebrated albums of all time. With heartfelt reverence, and impeccable attention to detail, Suzanne O. Davis and her world-class band deliver a stellar performance of the complete Grammy-winning album. The concert also showcases hits written by Carole King and her husband Gerry Goffin during the 60s. They proved to be one of the most successful song writing teams in pop music history, composing more than 400 songs recorded by over 1,000 artists.

Suzanne’s boundless energy, piano and vocal skills are immediately apparent from the moment she takes the stage. Her exceptional performance recreates the era of iconic recordings, uncovering the rich music history of Carole King’s extraordinary career. Including anecdotes and multi-media about Carole’s life, this show promises to be a memorable and fun interactive experience for all audiences.

This young Scottish-Indian artist has won multiple European competitions and makes his recital debut in London’s Wigmore Hall in 2026. A member of Britain’s prestigious YCAT program, we feature our Horizons Young Artist in a free concert of solo guitar works for all to enjoy.

Works of Bach, Schubert, Dowland, & others