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SUMMARY:Westport Community Band - FREE SHOW
DESCRIPTION:The Westport Community Band\, founded in 1977\, is composed of adult musicians from Fairfield and Westchester Counties\, who represent a wide variety of professional backgrounds and bring diverse musical experiences to the group. All share an interest in exploring challenging concert band literature\, improving individual technique\, and creating music as an ensemble\, while bringing excellent entertainment to our audiences and enjoyment to ourselves. \nUnder the direction of Sal LaRusso\, former director of bands for Weston High School\, the sixty piece group performs a wide variety of music including concert band compositions\, show tunes\, marches\, pop\, and classical.
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/westport-community-band-free-show/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts\, 40 Jesup Road\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Sound Bath Meditation with Hummingbird Healing Center
DESCRIPTION:Please bring a yoga mat and pillow \nLisa’s unique immersive Sound Bath Meditations are multi-instrumental soundscapes designed to reset your nervous system. They typically begin with a short guided meditation to relax the participants as they lie down on yoga mats with blankets\, bolsters and eye pillows. As the soothing sounds wash over the participants—hence the term “sound bath”— Lisa allows the Himalayan bowls\, gongs\, crystal bowls\, drums\, rainsticks\, percussion\, nature sounds and her voice to work their magic. Coming out of the Sound Bath\, the participants often feel more relaxed\, reset and refreshed. \nLisa Pak is the founder and owner of Hummingbird Healing Center\, whose mission is to help people heal through the power of sound. \nShe has received several sound healing certifications from prestigious institutions\, including those from the Sage Academy of Sound in Woodstock\, NY and the Sound Healers Academy in the UK. \nA lifelong spiritual seeker practicing yoga and meditation since her twenties\, Lisa is also a trained classical musician and vocalist. In recent years\, she has focused on the voice as an instrument of healing\, rather than performance or entertainment. She stands on the shoulders of her teachers and mentors\, who are pioneers in the field of voice\, including Silvia Nakkash\, Chloe Goodchild\, Heather Houston and the Brothers Koran.
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/sound-bath-meditation-with-hummingbird-healing-center-2/
LOCATION:MoCA CT\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="MoCA CT":MAILTO:info@mocawestport.org
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SUMMARY:Sound Bath Meditation with Hummingbird Healing Arts
DESCRIPTION:Lisa’s unique immersive Sound Bath Meditations are multi-instrumental soundscapes designed to reset your nervous system. They typically begin with a short guided meditation to relax the participants as they lie down on yoga mats with blankets\, bolsters and eye pillows. As the soothing sounds wash over the participants—hence the term “sound bath”— Lisa allows the Himalayan bowls\, gongs\, crystal bowls\, drums\, rainsticks\, percussion\, nature sounds and her voice to work their magic. Coming out of the Sound Bath\, the participants often feel more relaxed\, reset and refreshed.\n*Please bring a yoga mat and pillow
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/sound-bath-meditation-with-hummingbird-healing-arts/2026-07-07/
LOCATION:MoCA CT\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="MoCA CT":MAILTO:info@mocawestport.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260704T193000
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SUMMARY:Early Clover - FREE SHOW
DESCRIPTION:The former Coasters’ lead singer and Apollo favorite pays tribute to Marvin Gaye\, Sam Cooke\, Nat King Cole\, Otis Redding\, and more. A spectacular live show!
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/early-clover-free-show/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts\, 40 Jesup Road\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts":MAILTO:TheLevittPavilion@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Art Adventures! – Saturday Drop-In Art Class for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Your child can join us every Saturday for a relaxed and inspiring drop-in art class at the museum! Whether your child is an experienced artist or just looking to have fun\, our multi-media classes offer a creative space to explore new techniques and expression through art. Each session is designed to be fun\, interactive\, and hands-on\, with a focus on encouraging your child’s unique artistic voice. \nEach class will feature a new theme or project\, including painting\, drawing\, sculpture\, and collage so they can come back week after week to try something fresh and create their own masterpieces. \nMaterials are provided. Come create\, connect\, and have fun with art!
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/art-adventures-saturday-drop-in-art-class-for-kids/2026-07-04/
LOCATION:MoCA CT\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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ORGANIZER;CN="MoCA CT":MAILTO:info@mocawestport.org
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SUMMARY:Free First Saturdays
DESCRIPTION:First Saturdays are a great opportunity to experience what we have to offer at the Westport Museum free of charge on the first Saturday of each month.  \nYoung visitors can enjoy a scavenger hunt in the museum\, the diorama of Westport featuring an audio tour by Joanne Woodward\, coloring pages\, colonial games and more. Adult visitors will enjoy our wide array of exhibits.
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/free-first-saturdays-2/2026-07-04/
LOCATION:Westport Museum for History and Culture\, 25 Avery Place\, Wesport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens,Community,Museum
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SUMMARY:Clay Street Unit - FREE SHOW
DESCRIPTION:Hailing from Denver\, Colorado\, Clay Street Unit mixes the acoustic instrumentation of bluegrass and folk with the amplified energy of Americana and country. The result is a singular interpretation of American roots music that blurs the borders between genre and geography\, fusing the influence of the Rocky Mountains with the traditions of the Appalachians. Driven forward by drums\, sharp songwriting\, and the chemistry of good friends and musical brothers who’ve shared countless hours on stage\, Clay Street Unit’s music doesn’t just nod to the band’s influences; it reshapes them into something new. With their debut album on the horizon\, Clay Street Unit are staking their claim as torchbearers of something both fresh and familiar\, nodding to the foundations of American music while sharpening their own progressive edge. \nMembers: Sam Walker (Lead Vocals/Guitar)\, Scottie Bolin (Mandolin/Vocals)\, Brad Larrison (Pedal Steel Guitar)\, Jack Kotarba (Bass)\, Brendan Lamb (Drums)
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/clay-street-unit-free-show/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts\, 40 Jesup Road\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts":MAILTO:TheLevittPavilion@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T203000
DTSTAMP:20260614T155448
CREATED:20260607T190304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T190304Z
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SUMMARY:The Hall Family: Children’s Series - FREE SHOW
DESCRIPTION:This beloved annual tradition is not to be missed! Join Mary Ann\, Bill\, Emily and Daniel and special guests for joyful songs and fun. Their award-winning music will inspire you to sing and dance all summer long. The band includes Parents’ Choice Award winning singer/songwriter Emily Hall. Since 1971\, Mary Ann Hall’s Music for Children™ has brought the joy of music to thousands of children nationwide with a multi-sensory\, age-appropriate curriculum. \nStewie the Duck will make a special pre-show appearance and together we will promote water safety! \nIn 1990 Kim and Stew Leonard founded the Stew Leonard III Water Safety Foundation in memory of their son. Since this time\, the Foundation has raised more than $2 million dollars to go towards water safety awareness and education\, including lifeguard training and providing 10\,000 free or low-cost swimming lessons to children every year. \nIn June of 2023\, they opened the first Stewie the Duck Swim School in Norwalk\, Connecticut\, across the street from the flagship Stew Leonard’s farm fresh food store. Stewie the Duck Swim School’s mission is to save a life one swim lesson at a time. All proceeds from the school will be used to fund swim lessons for children in need.
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/the-hall-family-childrens-series-free-show/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts\, 40 Jesup Road\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts":MAILTO:TheLevittPavilion@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T210000
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SUMMARY:Comedy Night #1 : Pride Edition! - FREE SHOW
DESCRIPTION:Free tickets may be reserved in advance via Reserve button below to guarantee entry – or – check in at Box Office night of show. Available free entry on a first-come basis\, space permitting! Box Office opens on site 2-hours before show time on show days. \nJohn Tobin Presents! delivers a slate of their funniest stand-up comedians for a another free night of laughs under the stars!
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/comedy-night-1-pride-edition-free-show/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts\, 40 Jesup Road\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comedy
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ORGANIZER;CN="Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts":MAILTO:TheLevittPavilion@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T180000
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SUMMARY:Sound Bath Meditation with Hummingbird Healing Center
DESCRIPTION:Please bring a yoga mat and pillow \nLisa’s unique immersive Sound Bath Meditations are multi-instrumental soundscapes designed to reset your nervous system. They typically begin with a short guided meditation to relax the participants as they lie down on yoga mats with blankets\, bolsters and eye pillows. As the soothing sounds wash over the participants—hence the term “sound bath”— Lisa allows the Himalayan bowls\, gongs\, crystal bowls\, drums\, rainsticks\, percussion\, nature sounds and her voice to work their magic. Coming out of the Sound Bath\, the participants often feel more relaxed\, reset and refreshed. \nLisa Pak is the founder and owner of Hummingbird Healing Center\, whose mission is to help people heal through the power of sound. \nShe has received several sound healing certifications from prestigious institutions\, including those from the Sage Academy of Sound in Woodstock\, NY and the Sound Healers Academy in the UK. \nA lifelong spiritual seeker practicing yoga and meditation since her twenties\, Lisa is also a trained classical musician and vocalist. In recent years\, she has focused on the voice as an instrument of healing\, rather than performance or entertainment. She stands on the shoulders of her teachers and mentors\, who are pioneers in the field of voice\, including Silvia Nakkash\, Chloe Goodchild\, Heather Houston and the Brothers Koran.
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/sound-bath-meditation-with-hummingbird-healing-center/
LOCATION:MoCA CT\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="MoCA CT":MAILTO:info@mocawestport.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T190000
DTSTAMP:20260614T155448
CREATED:20260426T183106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T180409Z
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SUMMARY:Sound Bath Meditation with Hummingbird Healing Arts
DESCRIPTION:Lisa’s unique immersive Sound Bath Meditations are multi-instrumental soundscapes designed to reset your nervous system. They typically begin with a short guided meditation to relax the participants as they lie down on yoga mats with blankets\, bolsters and eye pillows. As the soothing sounds wash over the participants—hence the term “sound bath”— Lisa allows the Himalayan bowls\, gongs\, crystal bowls\, drums\, rainsticks\, percussion\, nature sounds and her voice to work their magic. Coming out of the Sound Bath\, the participants often feel more relaxed\, reset and refreshed.\n*Please bring a yoga mat and pillow
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/sound-bath-meditation-with-hummingbird-healing-arts/2026-06-30/
LOCATION:MoCA CT\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="MoCA CT":MAILTO:info@mocawestport.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T210000
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CREATED:20260607T160218Z
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SUMMARY:JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER ORCHESTRA WITH WYNTON MARSALIS
DESCRIPTION:The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra (JLCO)\, comprising 15 of the finest jazz soloists and ensemble players today\, has been the Jazz at Lincoln Center resident orchestra since 1988 and spends over a third of the year on tour across the world. Featured in all aspects of Jazz atLincoln Center’s programming\, this remarkably versatile orchestra performs and lead seducational events in New York\, across the U.S.\, and around the globe; in concert halls; dance venues; jazz clubs; public parks; and with symphony orchestras\, ballet troupes\, local students\, and an ever-expanding roster of guest artists. Under Music Director Wynton Marsalis\, the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra performs a vast repertoire\, from rare historic compositions to Jazz at Lincoln Center-commissioned works\, including compositions and arrangements by Duke Ellington\, Count Basie\, Fletcher Henderson\, Thelonious Monk\, Mary Lou Williams\, Dizzy Gillespie\, Benny Goodman\, Charles Mingus\, and current and former Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra members Wynton Marsalis\, Wycliffe Gordon\, Ted Nash\, Victor Goines\, Sherman Irby\, Chris Crenshaw\, and Carlos Henriquez. For more information on Jazz at Lincoln Center\, please visit www.jazz.org. \nWYNTON MARSALIS\nWynton Marsalis(Music Director\, Trumpet) is the Managing and Artistic Director of Jazz at Lincoln Center(JALC). Born in New Orleans\, Louisiana in 1961\, he is the son of renowned jazz pianist and music educator Ellis Marsalis\, Jr. Marsalis was gifted his first trumpet at age six by Al Hirt; soon thereafter\, he began playing in New Orleans’ famed Fairview Baptist Church Bandled by banjoist Danny Barker. However\, it wasn’t until he turned twelve that Marsalis began to formally train on the trumpet and perform in bands throughout the city\, from the New Orleans Philharmonic and New Orleans Youth Orchestra to funk bands\, concert bands\, and small jazz ensembles. As a teenager\, his passion for music rapidly escalated. In 1979\, at the age of seventeen\, Marsalis moved to New York City to study classical trumpet at The Juilliard School. Yet he quickly entrenched himself in New York’s effervescent jazz scene\, launching his career with the legendary Art Blakey &The Jazz Messengers. At just nineteen\, Marsalis hit the road with his own band—he has been touring the world ever since. From 1981 to the time of this writing\, he has performed 5\,328 concerts in 856 distinct cities and 66 countries around the world. \nWynton Marsalis’ core beliefs and foundation for living are based on the principles of jazz. He promotes individual creativity (improvisation)\, collective cooperation (swing)\, gratitude and good manners (sophistication)\, and facing adversity with persistent optimism (the blues).
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/jazz-at-lincoln-center-orchestra-with-wynton-marsalis/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts\, 40 Jesup Road\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Jazz,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T210000
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SUMMARY:Circles Around The Sun - FREE SHOW
DESCRIPTION:Los Angeles-based instrumental supergroup Circles Around The Sun is a contemporary instrumental rock band\, initially formed in 2015\, when Justin Kreutzmann\, son of Grateful Dead drummer Bill\, invited founder Neal Casal to compose the intermission music for the Dead’s “Fare Thee Well” concerts. \nAs those shows celebrated the band’s 50th anniversary\, Circles Around The Sun’s earliest compositions Interludes For The Dead were designed to reflect the Dead’s overall spacey\, improvised\, and groove-laden feel. \nThe response was so positive that they continued on with a follow-up project\, Let It Wander\, in 2018. This record was less influenced by the Dead and more free-form\, delivering on the roots influence of jazz-funk\, soul\, and fusion. \nThe band underwent a fundamental transition in 2019. After completing the Meets Joe Russo EP and a third album\, their guitarist Neal Casal died on August 26\, 2019. He left his bandmates a note asking for them to continue in his absence– to continue recording\, touring\, and playing together. The band decided to carry on with a rotating cast of guitarists\, landing on John Lee Shannon as the permanent replacement. They continue the legacy to this day. \nCircles Around The Sun is a first-of-its-kind band that has continued to trail-blaze the instrumental cosmic disco space for nearly a decade\, shapeshifting through several iterations. Not just spiritually but actually and tangibly linked to Grateful Dead history\, the band’s music shares shelf space with post-rock\, psych-rock\, jazz-funk\, and good old fashioned psychedelia\, while their recorded output has included collaborations with such diverse luminaries as Joe Russo\, Billy Strings and Mikaela Davis. Original instrumentals form the bedrock of CATS’ live show\, taking fans on a whole different journey every time. \nMeet the CATS: Adam MacDougall (keys)\, Dan Horne (bass)\, John Lee Shannon (guitar)\, Mark Levy (drums)
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/circles-around-the-sun-free-show/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts\, 40 Jesup Road\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Rock
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ORGANIZER;CN="Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts":MAILTO:TheLevittPavilion@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T153000
DTSTAMP:20260614T155448
CREATED:20260610T162408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T162408Z
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SUMMARY:Wildlife and Connecticut's Changing Landscapes
DESCRIPTION:As the landscape has changed in Connecticut so have the wildlife populations that depend on the land for habitat. This presentation describes the history of Connecticut’s landscapes and the impact of those changes on wildlife populations. \nMaster Wildlife Conservationist\, Ginny Apple\, from the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection\, will include a brief natural history of Connecticut\, address the current state of wildlife\, including a discussion of major species\, factors affecting their habitats\, some challenges we face in managing them\, and provide suggestions for what people can do to make a difference. Several animal pelts and skulls will be on display.  \nQuestions and comments are welcome throughout and after the discussion.  Please register.
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/wildlife-and-connecticuts-changing-landscapes/
LOCATION:Fairfield Woods Branch Library\, Fairfield\, 1147 Fairfield Woods Road\, Fairfield\, CT\, 06825\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Nature/Science
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfield Public Library":MAILTO:sjarzombek@fplct.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T133000
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SUMMARY:Art Adventures! – Saturday Drop-In Art Class for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Your child can join us every Saturday for a relaxed and inspiring drop-in art class at the museum! Whether your child is an experienced artist or just looking to have fun\, our multi-media classes offer a creative space to explore new techniques and expression through art. Each session is designed to be fun\, interactive\, and hands-on\, with a focus on encouraging your child’s unique artistic voice. \nEach class will feature a new theme or project\, including painting\, drawing\, sculpture\, and collage so they can come back week after week to try something fresh and create their own masterpieces. \nMaterials are provided. Come create\, connect\, and have fun with art!
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/art-adventures-saturday-drop-in-art-class-for-kids/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:MoCA CT\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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ORGANIZER;CN="MoCA CT":MAILTO:info@mocawestport.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260626T213000
DTSTAMP:20260614T155448
CREATED:20260607T155621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T155621Z
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SUMMARY:Chaparelle - FREE SHOW
DESCRIPTION:In a harmonious union\, singer-songwriters Zella Day and Jesse Woods come together to reveal their highly anticipated collaboration\, “Chaparelle”. Esteemed for their exceptional vocal prowess and celebrated contributions to their distinct genres\, Zella and Jesse craft a musical tapestry that harkens back to legendary duets of icons like George and Tammy or Gram and Emmylou. This partnership channels the enduring allure of Country music’s golden age\, weaving a melodic narrative that resonates with themes of love and the indomitable Texan essence.​
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/chaparelle-free-show/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts\, 40 Jesup Road\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T203000
DTSTAMP:20260614T155448
CREATED:20260607T155429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T155429Z
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SUMMARY:Miss Tutti and The Fruity Band: Children's Series - FREE SHOW
DESCRIPTION:Miss Tutti and The Fruity Band is a musical project celebrating themes of confidence\, inclusivity\, and LGBTQ+ representation for kids and families of all-ages. Their upbeat retro-pop tunes are co-produced by music educator Gracie Nash and 2-time GRAMMY/TONY Award winner Charlie Rosen. Think Mr. Rogers meets The Monkees! Get ready to sing and dance along with a band of gorgeous\, diverse musicians talking about loving yourself and your individuality. \nTheir debut release Confidence Juice is a bright and joyful album that proudly celebrates the unique qualities that make us who we are. The band is made up of thriving New York City musicians and educators including Emma Jayne (The Tonight Show\, Emmy Nominee)\, Laura Dadap (Nickelodeon)\, Dan Corica (Theatreworks)\, Olivia Griffin (Little Shop of Horrors) and Scott Still (NY Pops). \nFor founder Gracie Nash\, AKA Mis Tutti\, as the body positivity movement started growing in music and media\, she found freedom in finally seeing herself represented in pop-culture. Nash was inspired to write a medley of songs that she wished she could have heard as a child. The artist found herself a victim of bullying starting at age 4\, but as hard as the bullies tried to take her down\, she forever found a safe place in the music classroom where her teachers offered a creative and kind place to land. Miss Tutti is on a mission to create a musical safe space for all\, kids and adults alike.
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/miss-tutti-and-the-fruity-band-childrens-series-free-show/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts\, 40 Jesup Road\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts":MAILTO:TheLevittPavilion@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T200000
DTSTAMP:20260614T155448
CREATED:20260528T163458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T163458Z
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SUMMARY:Looking for History: Colossi + The Disappointed Tourist Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:MoCACT presents Looking for History\, featuring three artists\, Rick Shaefer\, Ellen Harvey\, and Michael Borders—each presented in their own dedicated gallery space at varying intervals over the course of the exhibition from June 25 to November 15\, 2026. In recognition of the United States’ 250th anniversary in 2026\, the Museum invites visitors into distinct yet interconnected conversations about our nation’s past\, present\, and potential future.
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/looking-for-history-colossi-the-disappointed-tourist-opening-reception/
LOCATION:MoCA CT\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Installation,New
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ORGANIZER;CN="MoCA CT":MAILTO:info@mocawestport.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T210000
DTSTAMP:20260614T155448
CREATED:20260607T155117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T155117Z
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SUMMARY:Son Little With Tonina - FREE SHOW
DESCRIPTION:Son Little’s live show brings his music into a different kind of clarity- raw\, expressive\, and always evolving. Whether solo or with a full band\, he moves fluidly between deep grooves\, stripped-down intimacy\, and moments that feel completely improvised yet emotionally precise. It’s a performance style shaped by instinct and connection\, grounded in the richness of his voice and the depth of his songwriting. \nOver the past decade\, he’s cultivated a sound that draws from soul\, blues\, folk\, hip-hop\, and R&B – without ever settling fully into any one space. That spirit carries into the room when he performs\, offering something that feels both familiar and entirely his own. Audiences are pulled into songs built on texture and vulnerability\, delivered with equal parts grit and grace. It’s not just a setlist – it’s an experience. \nFollowing a run through the UK and Europe supporting Larkin Poe\, Son Little is back with a new wave of music and a fresh stretch of tour dates for winter and spring. His new album CITYFOLK is set for release in March 2026\, with recent singles “in orbit” and “be better” offering a first look at what’s to come – both onstage and beyond in the months ahead. \nTonina is a St. Louis-raised\, Brooklyn-based vocalist\, bassist and writer who brings a rich blend of Jazz\, Folk\, and Latin boleros into her music\, deeply influenced by her Sicilian and Black American heritage and passion for storytelling. \nHer artistry spans singing\, bass playing and songwriting creating an innovative sound that blends tradition with contemporary edge. She has garnered acclaim on NPR’s favorite new artists list and former President Barack Obama’s annual favorite songs list. \nShe performs solo and with her quartet on stages worldwide\, showcasing her multilingual repertoire in Sicilian\, English\, and Spanish. With over 5 projects\, Tonina is steadily building a reputation for their unique fusion of Black\, Latin\, and folk traditions\, and her upcoming projects promise to explore new sonic territories\, continuing her journey as one of music’s most exciting rising voices.
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/son-little-with-tonina-free-show/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts\, 40 Jesup Road\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts":MAILTO:TheLevittPavilion@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260624T190000
DTSTAMP:20260614T155448
CREATED:20260610T161107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T161107Z
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SUMMARY:Your Health on a Heating Planet
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for this important talk presented by Internal Medicine physician Dr. Kirsten Ek\, MD\, FACP. Dr. Ek will provide a physician’s perspective on the urgent issue of our heating planet\, discussing the serious implications of failing to protect our atmosphere and how it will ultimately impact our health.  \nPresented in partnership with Sustainable Fairfield. \nPlease register.
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/your-health-on-a-heating-planet/
LOCATION:Fairfield Public Library\, 165 Unquowa Road\, Fairfield\, Connecticut\, 06824\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfield Public Library":MAILTO:sjarzombek@fplct.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T220000
DTSTAMP:20260614T155448
CREATED:20260607T154851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T154851Z
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SUMMARY:G. LOVE\, DONAVON FRANKENREITER\, MOON TAXI – ROLLING TOGETHER REVUE TOUR
DESCRIPTION:G. Love\, Donavon Frankenreiter\, and Moon Taxi are hitting the road for a special run of shows at some of our favorite outdoor venues across the U.S. \nEach night includes a full set from Moon Taxi\, followed by a one-of-a-kind song-trading set from Donavon & G. Love — backed by Moon Taxi — where we’re all Rolling Together on stage. \nLet’s roll. 🌊🎶
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/g-love-donavon-frankenreiter-moon-taxi-rolling-together-revue-tour/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts\, 40 Jesup Road\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts":MAILTO:TheLevittPavilion@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T193000
DTSTAMP:20260614T155448
CREATED:20260610T160606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T160606Z
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SUMMARY:The Making of 'The Culper Ring' with Kirk Manley
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate the special display of The Culper Ring: The Spies of George Washington at the Fairfield Public Library\, join artist Kirk Manley to discover his process of creating artwork for the exhibit and the accompanying original graphic novel. Follow his journey from researching the American Revolution to creating pages from concept roughs to inking and coloring to typography. Copies of the book will be available for sale. \nPlease register.
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/the-making-of-the-culper-ring-with-kirk-manley/
LOCATION:Fairfield Public Library\, 165 Unquowa Road\, Fairfield\, Connecticut\, 06824\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Lecture/Book/Poetry
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfield Public Library":MAILTO:sjarzombek@fplct.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T220000
DTSTAMP:20260614T155448
CREATED:20260607T154602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T154602Z
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SUMMARY:DARK STAR ORCHESTRA
DESCRIPTION:Performing to critical acclaim for over 20 years and over 3000 shows\, Dark Star Orchestra continues the Grateful Dead live concert experience. Their shows are built off the Dead’s extensive catalog and the talent of these seven fine musicians. On any given night\, the band will perform a show based on a set list from the Grateful Dead’s 30 years of extensive touring or use their catalog to program a unique set list for the show. This allows fans both young and old to share in the experience. By recreating set lists from the past\, and by developing their own sets of Dead songs\, Dark Star Orchestra offers a continually evolving artistic outlet within this musical canon. Honoring both the band and the fans\, Dark Star Orchestra’s members seek out the unique style and sound of each era while simultaneously offering their own informed improvisations. \nDark Star Orchestra offers much more than the sound of the Grateful Dead\, they truly encapsulate the energy and the experience. It’s about a sense of familiarity. It’s about a feeling that grabs listeners and takes over. It’s about that contagious energy…in short\, it’s about the complete experience and consistent quality show that the fan receives when attending a Dark Star Orchestra show. \nDark Star Orchestra has performed throughout the entire United States\, including a sold out debut at Colorado’s Red Rocks Park & Amphitheater\, plus shows in Europe and the Caribbean with the band touching down in seven different countries. DSO continues to grow its fan base by playing at larger venues for two and even three-night stands\, as well as performing at major music festivals including Bonnaroo\, Milwaukee’s SummerFest\, The Peach Music Festival\, Jam Cruise\, Wanee Festival\, SweetWater 420 Festival\, Mountain Jam\, and many more. \nIn addition to appearing at some of the nation’s top festival\, Dark Star Orchestra hosts its own annual music festival and campaign gathering\, titled the “Dark Star Jubilee”\, currently in its eighth year where DSO headline all three nights and are joined by a mix of established and up and coming national touring acts. Beyond the shores of the United States\, DSO has taken its internationally-acclaimed Grateful Dead tribute to the beaches of Jamaica in the dead of winter for the past six years\, with their event appropriately titled ‘Jam in the Sand’. Featuring an ocean-side stage\, DSO sets up camp to perform shows for four nights along the tropical sands of an all-inclusive resort\, selling out the event each year for hundreds of lucky attendees. \nFans and critics haven’t been the only people caught up in the spirit of a Dark Star show. The band has featured guest performances from six original Grateful Dead members Phil Lesh\, Bob Weir\, Bill Kreutzmann\, Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay\, Vince Welnick\, Tom Constanten and even toured with longtime Dead soundman\, Dan Healy. Other notable guests have included Mike Gordon and Jon Fishman of Phish\, Keller Williams\, Warren Haynes\, Steve Kimock\, Peter Rowan\, Ramblin’ Jack Elliot and many more. \n“For us it’s a chance to recreate some of the magic that was created for us over the years\,” keyboardist and vocalist Rob Barraco explains. “We offer a sort of a historical perspective at what it might have been like to go to a show in 1985\, 1978 or whenever. Even for Deadheads who can say they’ve been to a hundred shows in the 90s\, we offer something they never got to see live.”
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/dark-star-orchestra/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts\, 40 Jesup Road\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts":MAILTO:TheLevittPavilion@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T173000
DTSTAMP:20260614T155448
CREATED:20260503T131008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260503T131008Z
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SUMMARY:Mutts Gone Nuts
DESCRIPTION:Come see a half dozen of the world’s most talented four-legged performers\, in an uproariously funny\, comedy dog spectacular that is leaving audiences everywhere howling for more! The all-star lineup includes a Guinness World Record holder\, and an America’s Got Talent fan favorite\, and a host of amazing dogs that will dance\, prance\, flip\, and skip their way right into your heart.
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/mutts-gone-nuts/
LOCATION:Westport Country Playhouse\, 25 Powers Court\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Westport Country Playhouse":MAILTO:boxoffice@westportplayhouse.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T220000
DTSTAMP:20260614T155448
CREATED:20260607T154332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T154332Z
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SUMMARY:LUCIUS
DESCRIPTION:Formed by lead vocalists and songwriters Jess Wolfe and Holly Laessig\, acclaimed indie band Lucius is best known for their sinuous harmonies and highly-original\, pop-noir musical artistry. The group\, which includes multi-instrumentalists Peter Lalish and Dan Molad\, have released three albums\, and toured the globe\, cultivating a passionate following for their ingenious art-pop creations and exhilarating live performances. The gifted melodicists and songwriters bring a startling level of musicianship to Lucius — which is evident in the astounding talent they’ve collaborated with over the course of their prolific 16-year career. \nReleased in 2013\, Wildewoman\, Lucius’ debut album\, featured the enduring single “Two of Us on the Run” and set off a wave of critical acclaim including Rolling Stone\, who called the album’s updated 60’s girl group sounds “fresh and thrilling.” On their second album\, 2016’s Good Grief\, the Los Angeles-based group mined their influences to create an album NPR called\, “Rapturous\,” and expanded their quickly growing fan-base even wider. 2022’s 80’s dance-inflected LP Second Nature\, produced by Brandi Carlile and Dave Cobb\, included “Next to Normal\,” one of NPR Music’s top songs of the year\, and the sparkling disco-gemmed “Dance Around It\,” featuring Carlile and Sheryl Crow. \nIn addition to their work with Lucius\, the GRAMMY-nominated Wolfe and Laessig are among the most sought-after vocalists in popular music. The pair are members of Joni Mitchell’s famed “Joni Jam” crew and have graced songs by dozens of contemporary and legendary artists alike including: Carlile\, The War on Drugs\, John Legend\, The Killers\, Harry Styles\, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats\, Black Pumas\, Jeff Tweedy\, and Ozzy Osbourne\, just to name a few. In 2023\, Lucius signed with Fantasy Records and will release their fourth full-length album in 2024.
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/lucius/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts\, 40 Jesup Road\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts":MAILTO:TheLevittPavilion@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T133000
DTSTAMP:20260614T155448
CREATED:20260312T184248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T175629Z
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SUMMARY:Art Adventures! – Saturday Drop-In Art Class for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Your child can join us every Saturday for a relaxed and inspiring drop-in art class at the museum! Whether your child is an experienced artist or just looking to have fun\, our multi-media classes offer a creative space to explore new techniques and expression through art. Each session is designed to be fun\, interactive\, and hands-on\, with a focus on encouraging your child’s unique artistic voice. \nEach class will feature a new theme or project\, including painting\, drawing\, sculpture\, and collage so they can come back week after week to try something fresh and create their own masterpieces. \nMaterials are provided. Come create\, connect\, and have fun with art!
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/art-adventures-saturday-drop-in-art-class-for-kids/2026-06-20/
LOCATION:MoCA CT\, 19 Newtown Turnpike\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens
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ORGANIZER;CN="MoCA CT":MAILTO:info@mocawestport.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T220000
DTSTAMP:20260614T155448
CREATED:20260607T154118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T154118Z
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SUMMARY:Chris Pierce - Juneteenth Concert - FREE SHOW
DESCRIPTION:“One of America’s most talented\, gifted\, and affecting artists.” — American Songwriter \nChris Pierce is a singular American voice whose songs carry equal parts soul\, truth\, and grace. Rooted in folk\, blues\, and Americana\, his music speaks plainly and powerfully to the human condition\, earning him a reputation as one of the most moving performers of his generation. \nPierce gained global attention when he was handpicked by Neil Young to be the special guest opener on Young’s Coastal Tour. His co‐written song “We Can Always Come Back to This” was featured in three episodes of NBC’s This Is Us\, later reaching #1 on the Billboard Blues Chart. \nOver decades of touring\, Pierce has performed as both a headliner and sought‐after support act alongside Neil Young\, B.B. King\, Al Green\, Steve Earle\, Seal\, Aaron Neville\, Jill Scott\, Allison Russell\, the Blind Boys of Alabama\, and many others. His live performances are known for their emotional depth and rare intimacy. Recent highlights include: \n– Contribution of “Southern Man” to Heart of Gold\, a Neil Young tribute album featuring Eddie Vedder\, Brandi Carlile\, Fiona Apple\, and Steve Earle – A Playing for Change duet with Sara Bareilles – Sold‐out concert alongside Allison Russell – Appearances on NPR’s World Café\, Mountain Stage\, American Folk Show – Performances at Newport Folk Festival\, AmericanaFest\, Folk Alliance\, MerleFest\, Bottlerock\, Calgary Folk Festival\, Vancouver Folk Festival\, and more \nPierce’s albums American Silence and Let All Who Will received widespread critical praise from NPR\, Rolling Stone\, Forbes\, American Songwriter\, No Depression\, SiriusXM\, The Bluegrass Situation\, Americana UK\, and others. American Silence was named #1 Best Folk Album of 2021 by PopMatters. Residential School” was recognized by Folk Alley as one of the 100 Essential Folk Songs. \nChris Pierce currently completing recording\, mixing and mastering a new full‐length album slated for release in late May of 2026\, continuing his lifelong commitment to honest songs\, fearless storytelling\, and music that meets the moment.
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/chris-pierce-juneteenth-concert-free-show/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts\, 40 Jesup Road\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts":MAILTO:TheLevittPavilion@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T203000
DTSTAMP:20260614T155448
CREATED:20260607T153854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T153854Z
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SUMMARY:Dirty Sock Funtime Band: Children's Series - FREE SHOW
DESCRIPTION:Get ready! The Dirty Sock Funtime Band (DSFB) returns to the Levitt Pavilion’s Epstein Stage to blast off the Children’s Series Launch with an extra special show! Take part in this wild\, musical comedy show where anything (and we mean anything) can happen and everyone is celebrated for who they are! \nJoin the adventures of rock n’ roll best buds Mike and Stephen\, their band\, The Dirty Socks\, and a pink-haired sidekick\, as they take on kid-sized challenges with big-sized imaginations. Mainstays on Nick Jr. and PBS\, the DSFB is celebrating over 20 years of entertaining families across the world with live-action comedy\, animated videos\, puppetry and singalongs. \nThe “most innovative and imaginative children’s music ever!” – MTV \n“The Best Kids Band in New York” – Time Out New York \n“The most wildly innovative kids music I’ve ever heard” – Chris Baron of the Spin Doctors
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/dirty-sock-funtime-band-childrens-series-free-show/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts\, 40 Jesup Road\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts":MAILTO:TheLevittPavilion@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T200000
DTSTAMP:20260614T155448
CREATED:20260610T160241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T160241Z
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SUMMARY:Exploring the Derek Piotr Fieldwork Archive
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fascinating lecture with folklorist and researcher Derek Piotr\, founder of The Derek Piotr Fieldwork Archive. \nThe Derek Piotr Fieldwork Archive was established by Derek Piotr in August 2022. The Archive contains over 1\,500 audio recordings made from March 2020 onward\, and preserves diverse representations of folklife; ballads\, hymns\, tales\, poems\, children’s songs\, and interviews among them. The focus of this collection is on the “non-singer”: someone with no background in musical performance who can nevertheless relate a song or folkloric memory. In this lecture\, Derek will walk you through the process of journeying everywhere from Iceland to Appalachia to record these songs from non-musicians\, as well as the organization and development of the Archive as a web-based repository. \nPlease register.
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/exploring-the-derek-piotr-fieldwork-archive/
LOCATION:Fairfield Public Library\, 165 Unquowa Road\, Fairfield\, Connecticut\, 06824\, United States
CATEGORIES:History,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fairfield Public Library":MAILTO:sjarzombek@fplct.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T213000
DTSTAMP:20260614T155448
CREATED:20260607T153639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T153639Z
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SUMMARY:Luke Tyler Shelton - FREE SHOW
DESCRIPTION:Born in the new millennium\, Luke Tyler Shelton makes soul-soothing rock-and-roll with all the ineffable charm of a faraway time. With a profound gift for dreaming up heavenly melodies and fantastically loose grooves\, the Los Angeles native found his sound as part of a close-knit scene of young musicians and artists—a DIY-minded community whose spirit and sensibilities recall the near-mythic creative hotbed of early-’70s Laurel Canyon. Produced by Shooter Jennings (Brandi Carlile\, Tanya Tucker) and Jonathan Wilson (Father John Misty\, Angel Olsen)\, Luke’s debut body of work merges country-rock\, folk-pop\, and Southern soul into songs that immediately transport the audience into a state of enchanted ease.
URL:https://westportjournal.com/events/luke-tyler-shelton-free-show/
LOCATION:Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts\, 40 Jesup Road\, Westport\, Connecticut\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Rock
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ORGANIZER;CN="Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts":MAILTO:TheLevittPavilion@gmail.com
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