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Oswego Music Hall launches its 2018-19 season featuring the gifted and immensely talented Anthony Joseph ‘Swingtet’ on Saturday, September 8.

Also debuting in September will be the Hook Songwriter Series, Open Mic Fridays, Songwriting Contests and Workshops. The venue is the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake Street in Oswego. Shows begin at 7:30; doors open at 7:00.

National Stage

The Anthony Joseph ‘Swingtet’ has become especially popular among music enthusiasts who appreciate the refreshing new energy that the group brings to various classic jazz standards and ballads that have stood the test of time. The group offers the listener a ‘swingin’ sound that is smooth, sweet, and in the groove. It is also quite obvious that the band genuinely enjoys performing and will naturally develop a friendly rapport with their audience.

The Swingtet’s 2007 cd was recorded as a trio and received a 2008 SAMMY Award nomination. The complete program includes selections from the Great American Songbook of Jazz that were made popular by some of the most famous jazz composers and performers including: George Gershwin, Benny Goodman, Harold Arlen, Hoagy Carmichael, Duke Ellington, and Syracuse native Jimmy Van Heusen.

Usually performing as a small combo, the Music Hall will bring the quintet to the stage, comprised of local favorites— Joe Ferlo on guitar; Mike Solazzo, upright
bass; Joe Cortini, drums; Bill Palange, trombone; and Anthony Joseph on clarinet & vocals. To hear a video clip on YouTube or get more information, consult the Facebook fan page: Anthony Joseph ‘Swingtet’ musician/band

Hook Songwriter Series

The following week, on Friday September 21, the first of five programs in the Hook series will feature three local songwriters sharing the stage— Mike Powell, Charlie Orlando and Chris Merkley.

Open Mic Friday / Songwriting Contests

Also returning on Fridays before each Saturday main stage concert, will be Open Mic Fridays, commencing September 21. New this year, open mics will also feature songwriting contests which are optional but complete with playoffs and prizes.

Workshops

Also premiering this season will be several workshops— for all levels of player, beginners to advanced— on ukelele and songwriting. For more informaiton consult the Music Hall website at www.oswegomusichall.org.

Shows start at 7:30 pm and doors open at 7:00 for all National Stage and Hook concerts. Open Mic Fridays run 7:00 - 10:00 with sign-ups starting at 6:00. For a complete performance schedule and ticket information, visit the website at http:// oswegomusichall.org/ or stop at the river’s end bookstore, 19 West Bridge Street in Oswego.

Ticket prices for the National Stage range from a low of $13 (advance sale) to $23 at the door. Hook events are $12. Children 16 and under are half price and under 5 are free. Open Mic Fridays are $2. Purchase tickets at any Hook or Saturday concert, online or at the river’s end bookstore.

The venue is located in the McCrobie Civic Center, on 41 Lake Street in Oswego. It is adjacent to Breibeck Park and overlooks Lake Ontario and the Oswego Harbor.
The atmosphere is intimate with candle-lit tables surrounding a small stage. Light snacks, desserts and beverages are available for purchase.

Oswego Music Hall is a family-friendly, non profit organization that has been run entirely by volunteers from its inception over 40 years ago. Volunteers can earn admission to shows through various tasks— from running the sound board to making popcorn. Students can also earn credit for community service. Find more information online at http:// oswegomusichall.org/ or email: [email protected].

Concerts are made possible in part with funding by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and the New York State Legislature.

2018-19 Music Hall Events Calendar / All Stages

Fall Season

SAT 9/8 National Stage - Anthony Joseph Swingtet $15-18

FRI 9/14 The Hook - Sharing the Stage...
Mike Powell, Charlie Orlando, Chris Merkley $12

FRI 9/21 Open Mic Friday - All ages & experience $2

SAT 9//22 National Stage - Stuart Fuchs & Sarah Carlisle $15-18

SUN 9/23 - Ukelele Workshop $25 (Both concert & workshop $35)

FRI 10/5 Open Mic Friday - Guest Host $2

SAT 10/6 National Stage - Cliff Eberhardt & Louise Mosrie $15-18

SAT 10/6 - Songwriting Workshop $35 (Both concert & workshop $35)

FRI 10/19 Open Mic Friday - Guest Host $2

SAT 10/20 National Stage - Chris Proctor $15-18

FRI 10/26 The Hook - Gary Carpentier, Sera Bullis, Ryan Burdick $12

FRI 11/2 Open Mic Friday - Guest Host $2

SAT 11/3 National Stage - RPR - $16-19

FRI 11/16 Open Mic Friday - Guest Host $2

SAT 11/17 National Stage - The McKrells $16-19

FRI 11/30 Open Mic Friday / Songwriter Contest Playoff - Guest Host $2

SAT 12/1 National Stage - Burns & Kristy Band $16-19

FRI 12/7 The Hook - Mike Place, Dusty Pascal, Jane Zell $12

Winter-Spring Season 2019

SAT 1/5 National Stage - Loren Barrigar & Co. $16-19

SAT 1/19 National Stage - Delaney Bros. $16-19

FRI 2/1 Open Mic Friday - Guest Host $2

SAT 2/2 National Stage - Annie & the Hedonists $16-19 Annual Meeting 4:00 - Pot Luck Dinner 5:15 - Show 7:30

FRI 2/15 Open Mic Friday - Guest Host $2

FRI 2/22 The Hook - Todd Hobin, Avalon, Jim Shaffer $12

SAT 2/16 National Stage - April Verch $16-19

FRI 3/1 Open Mic Friday - Guest Host $2

SAT 3/2 National Stage - Vance Gilbert / Opener $15-18

FRI 3/15 Open Mic Friday - Guest Host $2

SAT 3/16 National Stage - Ceili Rain $20-23

FRI 3/29 Open Mic Friday - Guest Host $2

SAT 3/30 National Stage - End of America / Opener $15-18

FRI 4/5 The Hook - TBD $12

FRI 4/12 Open Mic Friday - Guest Host $2

SAT 4/13 National Stage - Burns Sisters Band $16-19

FRI 4/26 Open Mic Friday / Songwriter Contest Playoff - $2

SAT 4/27 National Stage - Songwiriters in the Round Austin McCrae, Gina Holsopple, Travis Knapp $13-15

SAT 5/4 Season Finale at 4:30 w/ Headliner (TBD) & Emerging Artist Showcase ~ Members Free or $15 Dinner w/Sunset Reception $20