If you've never experienced hearing talented musicians perform in a small, intimate environment, you are in for a treat.
House concerts are a growing trend across the country, where people invite friends and neighbors into their homes for an up-close concert experience. And there are
several
house concerts being held in and around the Putnam area that you can check out - you just need to contact the host and ask to be invited.
Churches and non-profit community groups around Putnam host occasional coffeehouses that feature traditional folk musicians and other acoustic artists as a way of bringing the community together.
Local libraries
also host free concerts that are open to the general public.
In addition, live acoustic music can be heard in
several
listening rooms
and small theaters
in and around the Putnam area.
Local vineyards
and restaurants and cafes
in the area
sometimes host nationally touring musicians as well.
Below you can find a listing of upcoming shows in these smaller venues by nationally and internationally touring artists.
The Rough & Tumble is a folk/Americana duo from New Hampshire. They aren’t afraid to take an audience from the lighthearted to the gut wrenching, and they do it seamlessly.
Husband-and-wife folk/rock Americana duo The Kennedys have been writing, recording & touring for over twenty five years. Their energetic pop-influenced sound recalls Buddy Holly & The Everly Brothers.
The Rough & Tumble is a folk/Americana duo from New Hampshire. They aren’t afraid to take an audience from the lighthearted to the gut wrenching, and they do it seamlessly.
Perks and Corks (Cafe, Restaurant or Coffee Shop)
Westerly, RI
If folk, roots, and Americana were on a Venn diagram, Grace Morrison would be squarely in the center. With a career that began as a backup singer for rock icons like Eddie Money and Joey Molland (of
Karyn is part Joan Osborne, a touch of Janis Joplin and a bit of Emmylou Harris – her seductive voice effortlessly oscillates from bluesy soul to country and back.
Oliver's new album, "A List Of Names", is currently charting on both Folk (#8
Emily Haviland Baker, half of the Boston-based duo – The Bakers – String Duo, is a multi-instrumentalist focusing on fiddle and guitar as well as being a songwriter and arranger.
Jessica Lea Mayfield is an American singer-songwriter from Kent, Ohio. She is known for her ominous song writing, with a plaintive minimalist style that draws on both country and rock music
Karyn is part Joan Osborne, a touch of Janis Joplin and a bit of Emmylou Harris – her seductive voice effortlessly oscillates from bluesy soul to country and back.
Oliver's new album, "A List Of Names", is currently charting on both Folk (#8
John Carter Hill is a singer/songwriter performing as a solo acoustic artist with great vocals and amazing guitar work, playing all your favorite music from 1980 to NOW!!!!
“Captivating, unorthodox songwriting.” — PopMatters
“Brilliant musicianship, a warm and welcoming stage presence and a voice as rich, matured and knowing as the finest thrice-distilled Irish malt whiskey.” — fRoots
John Carter Hill is a singer/songwriter performing as a solo acoustic artist with great vocals and amazing guitar work, playing all your favorite music from 1980 to NOW!!!!
Born in a New England country town and into a musical family, Grammy-nominated artist Reed Foehl crafts stories with a lyric and voice which push boundaries, while also paying homage to tradition. Dusty and patient, his music is genuine.
The wit and honesty of this renowned Minnesota-via-New Jersey guitarist and songwriter have made him one of the most beloved artists currently carrying on the folk tradition.
Jim Kweskin's shows radiate charm, humor, sophistication and talent. His endearing sense of good humor and interpretations make his performances a delight. Kweskin is recognized as one of the best interpreters of the great American songbook.
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Places to see live acoustic music
in and around
Putnam, Connecticut