Dan Tyminski Show in Newtown November 14th
For classic Bluegrass with a multi-Grammy winning artist, come to Edmond Town Hall in Newtown on November 14th. Dan Tyminski Band – Edmond Town Hall
Max Wareham and the National Bluegrass Team Nov 7
Friday, November 7th, 2025, Doors 7 PM, Show 8 PM
$20 in Advance, $25 at the Door
Max Wareham & the National Bluegrass Team are bringing their soulful, high-energy sound to the Granite stage.
After touring nationally with bluegrass legend Peter Rowan, Max hits the road with songs from his debut album “DAGGOMIT!” — a heartfelt nod to banjo tradition with a fresh, original twist. Max Wareham & the National Bluegrass Team features international mandolin prodigy Jean Baptiste Cardineau, singer and guitarist Jack Holland, and Boston bass stalwart Chris Sartori (Twisted Pine).
Originally from Middletown, CT, Max Wareham is a banjo player and composer based in Boston, MA. Max’s commitment to early innovators of the instrument shines on Dagommit!, his debut record of soulful original songs, highlighted by the hard-driving chemistry of Nashville’s preeminent bluegrass stars. Max tours nationally with the Peter Rowan Bluegrass Band, with whom he has performed at the Telluride Bluegrass Festival, Ryman Auditorium, Merlefest, Green Mountain Bluegrass Festival, IBMA Bluegrass Music Awards, and many more.
Bluegrass Nights at the Granite (Nov 6)
First Thursday of the Month: Oct 2, Nov 6, Dec 4, 7 PM – 10 PM
Open Bluegrass Jam: 7:30 PM
Granite House Bluegrass Band: 8 PM
Free jamming afterwards
Join us for our monthly celebratory night of bluegrass music! Come to listen, come to jam, come to learn. Live music from the Granite House Bluegrass band starting at 8 PM, an easy, led slow bluegrass jam for beginner and intermediate players starting at 7:30, and late night jamming open to all. Banjos, fiddles, guitars, dobros, mandolins, bass, and similar acoustic instruments welcome.
Free Educational Bluegrass Concerts for Families and Kids
Saturday, November 22 at the Russell Library in Middletown at 10:30 AM
Sunday, November 23 at the Dr. Reginald Mayo Early Childhood Center in New Haven at 10:30 AM
Join the founder of the Connecticut Bluegrass Association, Austin Scelzo, and Charlie Widmer of On the Trail in this collaboration with the New Haven Symphony. Enjoy a family friendly educational presentation of the history of bluegrass music.
Many Great Bluegrass Concerts Coming to Connecticut
Check out these great shows on the horizon…
- December Steve Martin & Steep Canyon Rangers: Toyota Presents Oakdale Theatre, Wallingford, CT
- December The Milk Carton Kids: Infinity Hall Hartford, Hartford, CT
- December Old Crow Medicine Show: Garde Arts Center, New London, CT
- Dec Old Crow Medicine Show: Warner Theatre, Torrington, CT
- Feb 2026 Sister Sadie: The Kate (Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center), Old Saybrook, CT
- April 2026 Béla Fleck: Ridgefield Playhouse, Ridgefield, CT
- December High Horse at the Granite Redding CT
New England Bluegrass Music Showcase at the Bijou Theatre Nov 22
Join us for an unforgettable night of New England’s most celebrated Bluegrass bands. From the progressive, eclectic sounds of On the Trail to the hard driving traditional grooves of Rock Hearts, there is something for everyone at this special showcase night at the Bijou Theatre!
Rock Hearts – Formed in 2013, Rock Hearts brings together five seasoned musicians from Southern New England who love to sing and pick bluegrass, old country tunes, and seek out tunes from other genres to “bluegrass-ify.” Named an Official 2021 IBMA Showcase Band, the band is enjoying national radio and Chart activity. They are a sought after band for major festivals. They are 615 Hideaway record label artists and work closely with label owner, Sammy Passamano, in Nashville, TN. Their first independent project, Starry Southern Nights, put them on the national radar. A year later they signed with Sammy Passamano and released their first 615 Hideaway Records label single from their new project, Wanderlust, which continues to receive outstanding fanfare and radio attention. Their 3rd project and second with the 615, Unfinished Bridges, is by far their best work yet.
On The Trail – “On the Trail is a modern acoustic band that explores everything from bluegrass to contemporary pop, from stunning instrumentals to beautiful traditional songs. The group was founded through their love of bluegrass and the band the Punch Brothers. They have already gained recognition and praise for their exploration and strong execution of the challenging music, as well as for their new original music. Most recently, On the Trail had the honor of winning the 2022 Thomas Point Beach Band Competition after participating in 2021’s Telefunken Battle of the Bands at the Podunk Bluegrass Festival. They also were selected as an Emerging Artist at Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival 2023. On The Trail features Austin Scelzo (fiddle and vocals), Tom Polizzi (mandolin and vocals), Charlie Widmer (guitar and vocals) and Matt Curley (upright bass and vocals). Their latest album “Where Do We Go From Here” is also available for streaming on all platforms.”
Fiddle Hell is November 13-16
Fiddle Hell is a community of musicians who play or appreciate fiddle, mandolin, cello, guitar, banjo, bass, and traditional singing. The community is dedicated to preserving folk and acoustic styles of music:
Bluegrass, Blues, Cajun, Cape Breton, East European, Irish, Jazz, Jazz Manouche, Klezmer, Latin, Mexican, New Acoustic, New England, Old-Time Southern, Québécois, Scottish, Swedish, and Swing styles
Their YouTube Channel has Playalong Jams, performances, and free lessons
Their Facebook Community has great inspirational tips and resources
Their Website lists common tunes, popular instrument makers, discussion forums, and Musical Happenings in the Northeast
Typically, there are about 8% beginners, 25% low intermediates, 37% high intermediates, and 30% advanced players, with many workshop and jam session choices at each level.
For CTBA followers, use discount code: FH10 for 10% off registration.
On the Trail Bluegrass Band at Voices Cafe in Westport Dec 6
The Voices Cafe will present their first bluegrass band in Connecticut this December 6th with On the Trail. Purchase tickets here
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