Music

The Wolff Sisters - courtesy of Opera House at Boothbay Harbor

“The Wolff Sisters live comfily at the crossroads of Americana, roots, and ’60s rock ‘n’ roll, where The Band might meet Brandi Carlile and take her out for a beer,” says The Boston Globe. On…

Driven by an intense passion for traditional music, Cécilia is recognized for its ability to transport audiences through an emotional and spectacular universe. Fate brought these three great…

'Air Cake and Other Summery Occupations'
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A unique musical story creation for families, “Air Cake and Other Summery Occupations” with Catharine Cary and percussionist Andrea Re, will be…

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The Katahdin Valley Boys Bluegrass Band, makes their return on Sunday, July 13, at 3 p.m., at the First Congregational Church in Searsport.

"Located at 8 Church Street in Searsport, this…

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The sweet sounds of summer will fill the air on Wednesday, July 2, at 6 p.m., as UkesRock, Midcoast Maine’s community ukulele…

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The Camden Summer Sounds series of free concerts will return to the Camden Snow Bowl in August, presented by Camden Opera House. This year’s series is sponsored by Maine State…

Dancing on First Friday. (Photo by Dylan Ladd)

BELFAST — On Friday, July 4, experience the fireworks of folk music and dance by letting your shoes fly at the First Friday Community Dance & Contras. The intergenerational program begins at 6…

Jud Caswell. (Photo courtesy Searsmont Town Library)

Singer-songwriter Jud Caswell will perform with cellist April Reed-Cox at the Searsmont Community Center, Saturday, June 28, at 4 p.m., as part of the Searsmont Town…

Watts Hall Band. (Photo courtesy Rockland Public Library)

The Rockland Public Library will present a free concert on the lawn, Thursday, July 3, at 6 p.m. This event is free and open to all.

"Start the 4th of July weekend on…

specializing in quick-paced programs
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THOMASTON — Maine Friends of Music, a professional chamber ensemble, returns to The Knox Museum, 30 High St., for a community concert on Saturday, June 28, at 1 p.m.

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"Get ready for a full day of music, community, and local flavor," said Homeworthy, in a news release. Homeworthy presents the Rockport Music Festival this Sunday…

Retail and 'third place' for music lovers
Guitars for sale at String Theory. Photo by Kay Stephens

CAMDEN—When Jeff Clarke opened String Theory, his first music store, in October 2024, he had dreams that…

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Wednesday at the Shores's 30th season of Picking on the Porch will be held June 18 - September 24.

Under the stars or in the…

presenting their new work to the public
Left to right, the songwriters are Peter Saladino, Frank Boscoe, Ken Gross, and Carol Graff; and in the front row, Ellen Berry and Liz Cunningham. (Photo courtesy Ken Gross)

The Camden Public Library will host its annual Songwriters Coffeehouse on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at 6 p.m., in the Picker Room. The Songwriters Coffeehouse is a tradition at the library going…

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The auditioned Midoast a cappella vocal ensemble VoXX: Voice of Twenty, led by Music Director John Mehrmann, has set its summer concert series. Bright Mornings, Sweet Nights: A musical journey…

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Country-rock royalty Pure Prairie League (PPL), a seminal outfit during the 70s and 80s movement that brought mainstream success to the country rock and southern rock genre, continues to ride the…

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Coastal Mountains Land Trust’s Arts on the Hill 2025 program begins Thursday, June 26, at 5:30 p.m. Acoustic guitar player Jenn Schott livens up the hill…

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The Rockland Public Library will present a lawn concert by The Sugar Snaps, Thursday, June 26, at 6 p.m. This event is free and open to all.

All ages are invited for a free concert on the…

Dance scene with The Right Track. (Photo by Bruce Cole)

The Camden Rotary Club’s annual Music by the Sea celebration will bring four free concerts to Camden Village Green and the Library Amphitheatre on…

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Dom Flemons. Opera House. June 21. Got tickets? Artist approved image

Grammy-winning musician Dom Flemons’ repertoire covers over 100 years of American roots music. He is not only a folk musician and black country artist, but also a songwriter, multi-…

a unique blend of folk
Darlin Corey. (Photo by Matt Baker)

CAMDEN — Camden Opera House’s occasional series The Blue Café will welcome Darlin’ Corey to the intimate third-floor listening room Wednesday, June 18, at 7:30 p.m.

Darlin' Corey features…

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Alison Brown and Band. Opera House. June 13. Get tickets! Courtesy of the artist

She’s a genre blender. Innovator. Three-time Grammy winner. Gotta be Alison Brown. If you missed Alison and the Band last June, I advise you not to make that mistake again: They are returning to…

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A MidCoast Maine Community Square Dance Party will be held Sunday, June 15, at Crescent Moon Farm, in Montville. 

Joining the dance this month is the Spring…

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THOMASTON — Thrive in Thomaston presents the fifth season of Music Behind the Block, a free, family-friendly outdoor concert series held Wednesday evenings from July 23 through…

Gaelic Storm, a multi-national, Celtic juggernaut grows stronger with each live performance, and after two decades and over 2000 shows, they are a true force to be reckoned with. Music steeped…

Rockport Masonic Center. (Photo by Jeff Sukeforth)

The air around Simonton Corner will again be filled with music, beginning on June 4, from 6 to 7 p.m., and every Wednesday evening through September 10.

On June 4, Lise and Rose will be…

Alison Brown and Band. Opera House. June 13. Got tickets? Courtesy of the artist

Acoustic instrumental music has never been so beautifully represented as by Alison Brown. As one of the most multi-faceted minds on today’s roots music scene, every one of Alison’s endeavors…

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The First Congregational Church of Searsport, located at 8 Church Street, in Searsport, welcomes back pianist Danny Holt on Sunday, June 8, at 3 p.m.…

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Sara Trunzo returns to Searsmont with her band as part of the Live Outside the Library concert series on Saturday, June 7, at 4 p.m. Trunzo last performed a solo show in the…

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The DaPonte String Quartet, known for its compelling interpretations and exceptional artistry, has announced a series of concerts featuring the piano quintets by Robert Schumann and Erich Wolfgang…

Including students from Union, Waldoboro
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From violinists to tubists, the state’s best of the best were honored and celebrated Thursday, May 22, 2025 at Bay Chamber Concerts & Music School.

Any interested orchestral musicians are invited to the rehearsal to see if they would like to join
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CAMDEN — The Penobscot Bay Orchestra will hold an Open Rehearsal to welcome new members, Tuesday, June 10, from 6 to 8…

'Big Sound and High-Energy Fun'
Watts Hall Band. (Photo courtesy Watts Hall Community Arts)

THOMASTON — The Watts Hall Band returns to Watts Hall Community Arts on Saturday, June 14 for another one of their dance parties, bringing their signature wall-to-wall…

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BELFAST — On Friday, June 6, shoes will fly at the First Friday Community Dance & Contra Dance.

The intergenerational program begins at 6 p.m., when the Flying Shoes All Comers Band…

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CUSHING — A New England Barn Dance will be held Saturday, July 19, from 4 - 7 p.m., at Arts In The Barn.

"We invite people of all ages to partake in the aerobic and fun dance form that is…

DaPonte String Quartet. (Photo courtesy DaPonte String Quartet)

The DaPonte String Quartet and pianist Christopher O’Riley will perform piano quintets by Schumann and Korngold, in Camden and Waldoboro during June 2025.

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Join Darshan Music, a harmonious multi-instrument duo from Belfast, in a rousing and soulful evening of call-and-response singing, June 12.

Most songs are simple Sanskrit phrases with…

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Falu Shah makes her Bay Chamber debut on Friday, May 23, at 7 p.m. Shah is a GRAMMY Award winner who has collaborated with musicians as diverse as Yo-Yo Ma, John…

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Singer-songwriter Falu Shah presents “Falu’s Bazaar” on Saturday, May 24, at 11 a.m. Her performance will introduce children to the wonders of South Asian music,…

Summer 2024 Concert. (Photo courtesy Bay Chamber Concerts and Music School)

Bay Chamber's 2025 Summer Season features 28 concerts over 18 days.

The Summer Concert Series, beginning July 31, features eight concerts by internationally…

A Joyful Concert Celebrating and Supporting OUT Maine
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ROCKPORT — The Midcoast Community Chorus (MCC) will return to the stage with Sing OUT! - a vibrant and uplifting concert celebrating community, harmony, inclusion, and LGBTQIA+ pride. The…

'let our book cart become a little piece of Thomaston’s creative spirit'
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THOMASTON — The Thomaston Public Library is calling on the creativity of the community to help give one of its book carts a brand-new name. The library is inviting patrons of…

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CAMDEN — The three-day schedule for this year’s Jazz in June festival is set, filling downtown Camden with live jazz over Father’s Day weekend.

Friday, June 13

The…

Adam Ezra. (Photo by Dirk Prußak)

ROCKPORT — "Get ready to crank up the volume and feel the rhythm of giving!" said Children's House Montessori, in a news release.

Children’s…

featuring former members of 'The Band' and 'Levon Helm Band'
The Weight Band. (Photo by Michael Bram)

ROCKLAND — The Weight Band, featuring former members of The Band and the …

open rehearsal free to watch, Sunday, May 25
Sophia Grassi, violin, Mozart Mentors Orchestra. (Photo by Marti Stone)

Down East Singers, Mozart Mentors Orchestra and four professional soloists will present Antonìn Dvořák's Requiem, Op. 89, on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, at 4 p.m., at Watts Hall, 174 Main Street…

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Darshan Music - Live Kirtan will be held Thursday, June 12, from 6:30 - 8 p.m., at 295 Beech Hill Rd, Rockport.

Join Darshan Music, a harmonious multi-instrument duo…

Kray Van Kirk. (Photo courtesy Camden Public Library)

Kray Van Kirk will perform Folk, Americana story songs, Tuesday, May 27, at 6 p.m., at Camden Public Library.

A fine finger-style guitarist with a…

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The Andrew Duhon Trio. Opera House. May 23. Got tickets? Courtesy of Cathy Sherrill, BBH OH

New Orleans native and Grammy-nominated Andrew Duhon has been busy racking up rave reviews over the past decade. On Friday, May 23 he makes a rare appearance in Maine, performing just one show…

(Photo courtesy Penobscot Bay Ringers)

Penobscot Bay Ringers, Midcoast Maine's community handbell choir, will present a spring concert weekend on Saturday, May 31, at 4 p.m., in Waldoboro, and on Sunday, June 1, at 4 p.m., in Camden.…