David Kikoski Trio with Joe Martin and Billy Hart at The Side Door

The Side Door 85 Lyme Street, Old Lyme

A highly regarded jazz pianist, Dave Kikoski, emerged in New York jazz scene in 1980s and quickly established himself as a go-to performer working with top players like Roy Haynes, Bob Berg, Randy Brecker and many others. Kikoski is known for his adept post-bob style and spontaneous swinging play. As a leader, Kikoski has released 20 albums, including Presage with Eddie Gomez and Al Foster (1989) and Consequences featuring Jeff “Tain” Watts and Christian McBride (2015). His most recent two albums were released under High Note Records: Phoenix […]

$20 – $45

Park City Music Hall: ​ The Reckoners with The M8s

Park City Music Hall 2926 Fairfield Avenue, Black Rock

Members of lespecial, Kung Fu, Residual Groove, Wild & Co come together as The Reckoners to present an unforgettable evening of Radiohead. Spanning the legendary bands entire catalogue, you won't want to miss this performance. The Reckoners are: Jonny G - lespecial - Guitar/Vox Rory Dolan - lespecial - Drums Chris DeAngelis - Kung Fu, the Machine, Animonic - Bass/Vox […]

$17 – $22

Tuba Skinny – at Ballard Park in Ridgefield

Ballard Park 485 Main Street, Ridgefield

There are no reservations or tickets. Just come with your blankets, chairs and picnics. Formed as a jazz band in 2009 performing everything  from spirituals to Depression-era blues, from ragtime to traditional jazz, this band embodies the traditional New Orleans sound while also developing its own unique music. https://www.tubaskinny.com Underwritten through the extraordinary generosity of the […]

Sugar Ray and the Bluetones at Norwich Arts Center

Norwich Arts Center 62 Broadway, Norwich

Sugar Ray and The Bluetones have been performing their unique style of blues for nearly 40 years. Their music blends various styles, including: Chicago Blues, inspired by artists like Muddy Waters and Little Walter. Kansas City Swing, influenced by Big Joe Turner and Billy Boy Arnold. Texas Blues, channeling T-Bone Walker and Freddie King. Louisiana […]

$20 – $25

Ridgefield Playhouse August Auction: Soundside Festival VIP Tickets

The auction closes at 3:00pm, Friday, August 30 We hope that you will consider bidding and join us in our mission to present the arts to our community and beyond.  Get ready for  Connecticut's biggest music festival featuring two days of incredible music with 20 artists on one massive stage. Elevate your festival experience with […]

The Jim Kweskin Quartet with Samoa Wilson – at Ballard Park in Ridgefield

Ballard Park 485 Main Street, Ridgefield

There are no reservations or tickets. Just come with your blankets, chairs and picnics. Founder of the legendary 1960s Jim Kweskin Jug Band,  Kweskin continues to explore traditional folk and blues with the sophisticated sensibility of a jazz musician, and jazz with the communal simplicity of a folk artist.. https://www.jimkweskin.com Generously underwritten by Marcia Simha in […]

Handpan Showcase – Spirit Voices at The MAC in Milford

Milford Arts Council, the MAC 40 Railroad Ave South, Milford

Jim LoPresti and Friends "My friend and New England handpan builder Mike Lindskog from Mountain Man Handpan in New Hampshire, will be joining the handpan performance on August 30th at the Milford Arts Council, the MAC. Mike will have an insight booth set up to answer questions about the instrument and share some of his […]

$20

Yacht Lobsters at Space Ballroom

Space Ballroom 295 Treadwell Stree, Hamden

YACHT LOBSTERS Established 2022 in New York City, the Yacht Lobsters sail the waves of the butteriest Soft Rock of the 70's and early 80's. Their big sound recreates - and at times reimagines - the studio mastery of retro-rock icons like Steely Dan, the Doobie Brothers, Hall & Oates, Toto, etc. It's the breezy […]

$26.69

Sarah Hanahan Quartet at The Side Door

The Side Door 85 Lyme Street, Old Lyme

Sarah Hanahan is an up-and-coming jazz saxophonist in New York City. Sarah is a graduate of the Jackie McLean Institute of Jazz at the Hartt School of Music where she received her Bachelors degree in 2019, as well as The Juilliard School where she received her Masters degree in 2022. She has had the privilege […]

$20 – $45

Ramblin’ Dan Stevens: Sneekers Cafe

Sneekers Cafe 568 Poquonnock Road, Groton

Ramblin' Dan Stevens performs an eclectic mix of traditional fingerstyle blues, americana and originals. He has entertained audiences throughout the US, Germany, UK, Canada and Virgin Islands. Of special interest is his unique style of "bottleneck" slide playing popularized by early Mississippi Delta Bluesmen including his use of a homemade, three stringed "Cigar Box Guitar" […]

Ramblin’ Dan Stevens: “Blues On Broadway” at Norwich Arts Center

Norwich Arts Center 62 Broadway, Norwich

Ramblin' Dan Stevens performs an eclectic mix of traditional fingerstyle blues, americana and originals. He has entertained audiences throughout the US, Germany, UK, Canada and Virgin Islands. Of special interest is his unique style of "bottleneck" slide playing popularized by early Mississippi Delta Bluesmen including his use of a homemade, three stringed "Cigar Box Guitar" […]

Harvest Music Festival at Lyman Orchards

Lyman Orchards 32 Reeds Gap Rd, Middlefield

The Harvest Music Festival will be a FREE event featuring live music from Connecticut's best local musicians! Craft beer at our beer garden, food trucks & more will also be available for purchase! Continue to check back as we add more activities and post more information on our beer garden! Activities: Beer Garden with Local CT Beer Corn Maze Pick Your Own Apples, Peaches […]