J.Wail comes to Deep Dive, TISRA plays at Cornell, Andy Shauf visits the Center for the Arts of Homer, Rachael Kilgour plays the Beacon on Aurora Concert Series. Plus, catch dozens of local bands on stage throughout the region in the coming week!
Note: This week’s shows are listed in chronological order in two sections below.
Wednesday Night Jazz
Kicking off a full night of jazz, Greg Lofaro and The Firefly Trio return for the Deep Dive Jazz Happy Hour. They’ll be followed by the Deep Dive House Big Band at 8-10 p.m. and the new People’s Jam hosted by Drew Martin at 10:30 p.m.
When: 6-11:30 p.m. every other Wednesday
Where: Deep Dive
Cost: free
Underground Sounds
Practice at Presents returns to the Downstairs with The Cast Iron Cowboys Duo, Milk Cousin, and Teencat joining forces for an eclectic bill of local favorites; Skeleton Hands will provide the visuals throughout the evening. The show is part of the weeklong 2nd annual Downstairs Birthday Bash; proceeds go to The Downstairs Programming Fund.
When: 8 p.m. Wednesday
Where: The Downstairs
Cost: $10 or pay what you can
Raining Joy
Maria Bulla gives a DMA composition recital, “joy will rain from those clouds.” Bulla’s description of the recital follows: “Songs of joy are to be found everywhere and every day. We want to share those songs with you. Music from the 60s and 70s in Latin America, the USA, and the UK created an imaginary place, a place where we live today. Join an ensemble of music graduate students making songs of joy and celebrating the beginning of Spring.”
When: 12:30 p.m. Thursday
Where: Lincoln B20
Cost: free and open to all
Cyberpunk Piano
Thomas Feng and Jack Yarbrough present Maryanne Amacher's cyberpunk-inspired piano duo, Petra, in a new realization based on the composer's archival materials.
When: 7 p.m. Thursday
Where: Barnes Hall, Cornell
Cost: free and open to all
Four on the Floor
The Jesse Collins Quartet returns to Bike Bar Ithaca.
“I'm so stoked about this show coming this Thursday!” Collins says. “My dear old NYC friend, and brilliant drummer, Tobias Gebb is coming from the City to join in with the JCQ, with my main man Ryan Peterson on guitar and a dear upstate friend and great bassist Thomas Westcott making a special appearance for this show.”
When 7-10 p.m. Thursday
Where: Bike Bar Ithaca
Cost: free; donations welcome
Ready to Rock
A week after celebrating the vinyl release of their latest album, Ithaca’s own Chimes of Bayonets leaps back into action, joined by Cheap City from Providence, Rhode Island, and Real Quick, a new Ithaca band featuring members from New Motor Club. DJ Dusty Visions will spin records between the bands.
When: 7 p.m. Thursday
Where: Forest City Lodge 180
Cost: $5
Local Celebration
“Embark on a vibrant journey into the heart of Ithaca's art scene every third Thursday at The Downstairs. ‘Ithaca Unplugged: Rhymes, Rhythms, and Revelry’ is not just an event; it's a celebration of the rich cultural fabric that makes our city unique.
“This monthly gathering is a tapestry of Ithaca's finest talents, showcasing a kaleidoscope of artistic expression. From the soothing strings of acoustic guitars to the profound depth of spoken word, and the infectious energy of stand-up comedy, "Ithaca Unplugged" promises a night brimming with the soul of our vibrant community.
What to Expect:
- Musicians: Discover local musicians as they share their passion through intimate and stirring acoustic performances.
- Poets and Storytellers: Be captivated by the rhythm and flow of Ithaca's poets and raconteurs, delivering powerful stories and verses.
- Comedians: Enjoy a hearty laugh with some of the best comedians from Ithaca, guaranteed to add a light-hearted touch to your evening.
"’Ithaca Unplugged’" is more than a stage for performance; it's a place where artists and audience members connect, share, and celebrate the diversity and creativity of our city. Whether you're a seasoned local or new in town, this event is an invitation to immerse yourself in the dynamic and creative spirit of Ithaca.
Join us at The Downstairs for an evening where community, culture, and creativity converge. Let the rhythm of "Ithaca Unplugged: Rhymes, Rhythms, and Revelry" uplift your spirit and celebrate the essence of our beloved 10 square miles.”
When: 7-9 p.m. Thursday
Where: The Downstairs
Songs to Share
Andy Shauf comes to Central New York. “After gaining indie notoriety with The Party and a Polaris Music Prize nomination, performances on Jimmy Kimmel Live! and CBS This Morning: Saturday, and praise from the likes of Pitchfork, ESQUIRE, NPR Music, Stereogum, The Atlantic and beyond for The Neon Skyline, Shauf has left the realm of things he’s known on his third album, pivoting away from the semi-autobiographical, and pushing himself to grow as a songwriter in an entirely different way.”
Vermont-based singer-songwriter Lutalo will open the show, and Muhammad Seven will play a pre-show set at 6:30-7:30 p.m.
When: 8 p.m. Thursday
Where: Center for the Arts of Homer
Cost: $22-$25, available online here
Vocal Virtuoso
Ithaca College’s Manley and Doriseve Thaler Vocal Concert Series will feature Will Liverman, accompanied by pianist Madeline Slettedahl.
“Called “a voice for this historic moment” (Washington Post), GRAMMY Award-winning baritone Will Liverman is the recipient of the 2022 Beverly Sills Artist Award by The Metropolitan Opera and the co-creator of The Factotum – called “mic-drop fabulous good” (Opera News) – which premiered at the Lyric Opera Chicago in 2023. Described as “nothing short of extraordinary” (Opera News) with a “beaming, high baritone that easily asserts” (LA Times), Liverman has been hailed by critics for his versatility in dramatic and comedic roles, as well as on concert stages in North America and internationally, and his dedication and vision as a composer, artist, and advisor helping to evolve and push the performing arts industry forward.” His new album with pianist Jonathan King, “Show Me The Way,” features Renée Fleming, Nicole Cabell, J'Nai Bridges, Terry Liverman, Lady Jess, and Tahirah Whittington.
When: 8:15 p.m. Thursday
Where: Hockett Family Recital Hall, James J. Whalen Center for Music, Ithaca College
Cost: free and open to all
Read an NPR story about Will Liverman here!
Keeping It Going
“AFTIES (A Team607 joint) at The Downstairs will feature music and ambience by local DJs and producers, so you can keep the drinks and conversation flowing, after the show. No cover, just presence. (21+)” This week’s event features MVSTRNTE b2b Justnoise
When: 9 p.m. Thursday
Where: The Downstairs
Cost: $5 suggested donation
Let’s Dance
“Dance to the hot string band Crooked Square (Jerone Gagliano, Molly Kornblum, Valerie Graves, and Lloyd Graves) with caller Marc Faris. Beginners welcome! Dances will be taught, so no experience necessary… Family-friendly venue with their signature wood-fired farm-to-table pizza, local beer, and more.”
venue address: 196 Porter Hill Rd, Newfield, NY 14867
When: 6 p.m. Friday
Where: Stone Bend Farm
Cost: $5-10 sliding scale
Classic Country
Cedarwood Venue will host the Flower Pots, along with a kitchen takeover by Kiely’s Cooking.
The Flower Pots feature Marie Burns (Burns Sisters), Marty Horn (Rapid River Boys), David Borisoff (Whiskey Business) and bass man Doug Henrie (Henrie Brothers). “There is a lineage in this country of timeless, genuine music. The Flower Pots embody this heritage. Combining Oldtime Country, Bluegrass, timeless originals, and traditional favorites. They give a unique blend of Americana music that captures the soul of the human experience at the ground level. Their sound puts you on the front porch. It is the sound of home. Each member of the group brings decades of experience to develop a rich and authentic sound. Their music is a celebration of unifying human stories relating to all who settle in to hear them.”
When: 7 p.m. Friday
Where: Cedarwood Event Venue
Paying Tribute
“The Seven Wonders are seven world-class musicians paying homage to the music of Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks. The band`s collective performing experience brings the crowd powerful renditions of these timeless tunes. They authentically recreate all the great hits of Fleetwood Mac, including Dreams, Go Your Own Way, Rhiannon, Edge of Seventeen, Landslide, Gypsy, and more. Since their inception in 2017, they have garnered national attention for their high-energy performances. The Seven Wonders reconnect fans with the music they love.”
When: 7 p.m. Friday
Where: Lakewatch Inn, 1636 E. Shore Dr., Ithaca
Cost: $20, available online here
Setting Up Shop
The Standard Time Jazz Quartet continues its March residency at The Downstairs, performing at 7 p.m. Fridays through the end of the month. The quartet includes Marc Devokaitis (saxophones), David Wiles (guitar), Ted Caldwell (bass), and De Wayne Perry (drums); they’ll be joined by special guests throughout the residency:
March 22: Terry Light and Ben Barson on baritone saxophone (*Part of The Downstairs Birthday Bash!)
March 31: Michelle Gordon on flute
When: 7 p.m. Fridays through March
Where: The Downstairs
Cost: $10 or pay what you can
Three of a Kind
The Cornell Concert Series continues its season with tabla virtuoso Zakir Hussain, who presents TISRA (three). The trio includes two of India’s finest young musicians, Sabir Khan and Debopriya Chatterjee, and comprises tabla (drum), sarangi (strings), and bansuri (bamboo flute), a combination not often heard on the classical stage. TISRA showcases rich folk and classical traditions. This colorful mix, combined with Indian classical music and the rich rhythm repertoire of Punjab, makes for a compelling offering that TISRA brings to audiences in the United States.”
When: 7:30 p.m. Friday
Where: Bailey Hall, Cornell SOLD OUT!
Cost: SOLD OUT! $39-$49, students $19, available online here
Sold Out Show
The Center for the Arts of Homer hosts two acclaimed Americana singer-songwriters, Brandy Clark and Hayes Carll.
“A 17x Grammy-nominee, CMA Award-winner and Tony-nominee, Brandy Clark is one of her generation's most esteemed songwriters and musicians.
“The country simplicity that imbues Hayes Carll’s songs can sometimes hide the social conscience and sharp humor that also runs through them, but if you want to find those things, they are there.”
When: 8 p.m. Friday
Where: Center for the Arts of Homer
Cost: SOLD OUT!!
Wailing Ways
Deep Dive will host the J. Wail Live Band, which features Natalie Cressman of Trey Anastasio Band, Michael Travis of String Cheese Incident, Isaac Young of Px3, and Dave McSweeney of Hive Mind. Local favorite DJ Gourd will round out the festivities.
“It is the dawn of an age of digital wizardry and in this modern era gadgets seem to surge in song, congealing in an amalgamation of buzzes, beeps and blips. The pulsing of machines and pounding of concrete and steel in symphonic collage power our world. J.WAIL along with a SPECIAL GUEST LIVE BAND rise to the call of the sonic traffic controller, poised behind a palette of electronic devices, guitar, bass, keys, live drums and percussion. The dance floor becomes the launch pad where live instrumentation with organic electronic music propel the mind, soul and booty into the upper stratosphere of sound into a blissful ball of euphoria.
"J.WAIL’s tours have logged countless road miles with hundreds of club/theater dates and festivals performed on all corners of the North America. J.WAIL’s ability to experiment and improvise has led to collaborations with some prominent musicians including Vince Herman of Leftover Salmon, members of Lotus, David Murphy (STS9), Michael Travis and Jason Hann (EOTO/String Cheese Incident), Dean Ween (Ween), Brock Butler (Perpetual Groove) and many more. J.WAIL's unique styles and techniques infused with the Live Band leave the audience with a healthy dose of live electro funk euphoria, only good enough until the next show!”
When: 8 p.m. Friday
Where: Deep Dive
Cost: $22 in advance, available online here; $30 day of show
Bring Da Noise
Angry Mom Records hosts a cool noise show featuring Hypertrophy, Machine Moon, Mound of Glass, and Flesh Shuddering. Open to all ages!
When: 8 p.m. Friday
Where: Angry Mom Records
Cost: $8
Sounds Phishy
“If you like Phish, you will love Nectar! Ithaca’s premiere Phish tribute band is made up of four musicians who are well-known in the Ithaca music scene. Cameron Fitch (Space Carnival) on Keys, Richard Ross (Feed the Fire) on bass, Jeff Goodmark (The Uncommons) on drums, and Steve Bassi (Dapper Dan) on guitar put their own unique twist on the vast music catalog of Phish. Accompanied with a stellar light production brought to you by Ari Kisseloff and Kristin Lovelace Ross, Nectar strives to recreate the Phish experience.”
When: 10 p.m. Friday
Where: The Upstairs
Cost: $10; $5 with student ID
Return to the Range
Hailing from Williamsport, Pa., Cass and The Bailout Crew return to downtown Ithaca. Fronted by powerhouse singer Cass Chatham, the band has released a full-length debut album and five singles while performing more than 200 concerts around the northeast.
When: 10 p.m. Friday
Where: The Range
Cost: $10; $5 with student ID
Friends Indeed
Sarah Noell & Friends return for another night in the tasting room; she’ll be joined by Ben McCormick, Jess Kerber, and Nora Meier.
About the artist: “Sarah Noell is a musician based in Ithaca, New York. Inspired by early folk songs, rocks in the river, empty fields, eros, and country music, her songs can be categorized as calm, current, and nostalgic. She has been a part of various local music projects, ranging from indie-rock to classic country. She currently plays in the duo Good Dog with Joe Hayward who contributes pedal steel guitar and vocals to the calm country-folk project.”
When: 5-7 p.m. Saturday
Where: South Hill Cider
Cost: free; donations welcome
Spanning Styles
Anthony Washington presents an honors conducting recital, directing a lab chamber choir composed of fellow student singers. The program showcases repertoire across eras, cultures, and styles, including works by Palestrina, Rachmaninoff, Schumann, Gjeilo, Esmail, and more.
When: 6 p.m. Saturday
Where: Sage Chapel, Cornell
Cost: free and open to all
Trio Grande
Strong Maybe returns to the Downstairs, with Matthew Saccuccimorano, Chad Lieberman, and Mark Wienand Karlsen showcasing their “mostly improvised psychotic cartoon animal dream soundtracks.” The show is part of the 2nd Annual Downstairs Birthday Bash, a week-long celebration running through March 23.
When: 7 p.m. Saturday
Where: The Downstairs
Cost: $10 or pay what you can; proceeds go to The Downstairs Programming Fund
Making History
Cedarwood Event Venue in Trumansburg will host the Let's Make History Dance Party!
“Well behaved women seldom make history, so stop behaving and start dancing! Come dance with our fabulous DJ Tori Vee as she mixes music to make our night one for the books! PLUS, we have a KITCHEN TAKEOVER! A VERY special addition to our dance party is Puerto Rican fare by JoJo Cooks!”
When: 7-11 p.m. Saturday
Where: Cedarwood Event Venue
Cost: $10, tickets are available online here
Main Mann
Ithaca-based troubadour George Mann will make a rare local appearance to promote his album, “This Chain.”
“A quintessential songwriter's singer whose concerts are singalong sessions and history lessons. He has produced albums featuring such folk music legends as Utah Phillips, Pete Seeger, Tom Paxton, and Billy Bragg, and produced national tours of the US and Australia in homage to the Almanac Singers and Joe Hill. Currently working on a collaborative project to honor the songs of Si Kahn, George brings his experience as an activist, union organizer, his work with veterans, and an educator to the stage.” He’ll be joined by some of the local musical luminaries who have played on his albums, including Doug Robinson, Rich DePaolo, SingTrece, and more.
For more information, or to make reservations, contact Fullis@twcny.rr.com
When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday
Where: The Meetinghouse at 120 Third Street (corner of Third & Madison Streets), Ithaca
Cost: $20 in advance, $22 at the door
The Search Continues…
The Cayuga Chamber Orchestra continues its search for its next music director, as four finalists selected from around the globe lead the orchestra and renowned soloists in compelling programs to include a Beethoven Symphony, a concerto, and a “conductor’s choice.” This weekend, third candidate Octavio Más-Arocas will conduct the CCO and violinist Lara St. John in a program that includes Prokofiev’s “Violin Concerto No. 2 in G-minor, Op. 63,” Jessie Montgomery’s “Banner,” and Beethoven’s “Symphony No. 4 in B-flat Major, Op. 60.”
When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday
Where: Ford Hall, Ithaca College
Cost: $13-$40, available online here
Pluck o’ the Irish
Trumansburg Conservatory of Fine Arts concludes its March Celtic Celebration “with an uplifting performance by Traonach members Mark Bickford, William and Adrienne Henrie. The concert will include a blend of traditional and contemporary Irish music. Beer and wine will be served, along with various snacks and treats. Come dance, cheer, and celebrate the end of St. Patrick’s Day week with the Bickford-Henrie Irish Trio!”
When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday
Where: Trumansburg Conservatory of Fine Arts
Cost: $15 in advance, available online here; $20 at the door
Underground Electro-Madness
Ithaca Underground presents “a night of dark electro-madness!” featuring Luisa Mei along with locals Glitter Skulls, bit rot, and Apactor.
“Luisa Mei is pianist and electronic artist currently living in Saranac Lake, NY. She uses keyboards and Supercollider (coding language) to create swirling textures of sounds. She draws inspiration for her sets from classical music, mathematics, and nature. She enjoys using code to create music for its extreme precision and control, while also being able to generate complete chaos and randomness.”
When: 8 p.m. Saturday
Where: Sacred Root Kava Lounge & Tea Bar
Cost: $8 in advance, available online here; $10 at the door
Discovery Channel
Ithaca College's Entertainment MBA students present the second annual Young Blood Discovery Festival… The night will consist of three bands including Sun Parade, Good Head and Lost Mary's Band. The goal is to unite the Ithaca community with Ithaca College and Cornell University students to highlight the importance of discovery, community and legacy.”
When: 8 p.m. Saturday
Where: Deep Dive
Cost: $10 in advance, available online here; $15 day of show
Senses Working Overtime
Cornell Cinema will screen “32 Sounds,” an immersive feature documentary and profound sensory experience from Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Sam Green (“The Weather Underground,” “A Thousand Thoughts”) featuring original music by JD Samson (Le Tigre, MEN).
“The film explores the elemental phenomenon of sound by weaving together 32 specific sound explorations into a cinematic meditation on the power of sound to bend time, cross borders, and profoundly shape our perception of the world around us. Filmmaker Sam Green takes the audience on a journey through time and space —exploring everything from forgotten childhood memories, to the soundtrack of resistance, to subaquatic symphonies —and experience in new ways the astonishing sounds of our everyday lives. ‘32 Sounds’ investigates the mysterious nature of perception and the subtle yet radical politics that arise from sensation and being present in one’s body.
“’32 Sounds’ exists in several unique and equally exciting forms. Cornell Cinema will present a theatrical headphones version of the film: each member of the crowd is given their own set of headphones for a special immersive binaural audio experience. Space is limited to 100 attendees.”
When: 8:30 p.m. Saturday; 5:30 p.m. Sunday
Where: Willard Straight Hall Theatre, Cornell University
Cost: $8-$12, available online here
Syracuse Style
CNY hiphop-funk-rock trio Sophistafunk returns to Ithaca. “The band is rooted in undeniable musicianship and authenticity, blending intoxicating beats with mind-expanding flows. Mad scientist Adam Gold is known for his heavy synth basslines and funky vocals. He plays four vintage keyboards at the same time, sometimes even while beatboxing! Gospel trained drummer and singer Emanuel Washington combines neo-soul with deep house, reggae, and more. Frontman / emcee Jack Brown evokes comparisons from Mac Miller to Michael Frantí, but his lyrical skill and conscious vibes are truly one of a kind. The band also features musical guests, ranging from brass instruments to guitars, turntablists, female singers, & other surprises.”
When: 10 p.m. Saturday
Where: The Upstairs
Cost: $8 in advance, available online here; $10 day of show, $5 for students
Women's Works
DJ Juno presents “Who Runs the World?” a celebration of women in music, at the Upstairs.
When: 10:30 p.m. Saturday
Where: The Upstairs/Lot 10
Cost: $10; $5 with student ID
X Factor
The Cornell Department of Music and new music group Ensemble X present an afternoon of recently composed works that contemporize elements of the distant past. The program with Christopher Stark’s recently composed piano trio, Other Pines, which aims to uncover the present-day nuance, serendipity, and ephemera of different places in Rome while acknowledging the Rome that Ottorino Respighi was responding to in his canonic work Pines of Rome (1924). Stark’s piece The Life of Macarius also features on the program. The ensemble also pays homage to pathbreaking composer Kaija Saariaho, who passed away in 2023, with selections from her work Tempest Songbook, which sets texts from Shakespeare’s The Tempest. The concert concludes with Marcos Balter’s incandescent, Mozart-inspired Violin Concerto, commissioned in 2016 by Lincoln Center’s Mostly Mozart Festival for soloist David Bowlin and the International Contemporary Ensemble. Featured performers include Jean Bernard Cerin (baritone), Rachel Schutz (soprano), David Bowlin (violin), and Timothy Weiss (conductor).
When: 3 p.m. Sunday
Where: Barnes Hall, Cornell
Cost: free and open to all
What’s Sup!
Deep Dive will continue its Southern Supper Sundays, featuring music from the Deep Dive Barn Haulers and food from Babe’s Burgers.
“Get down in Southern dress for supper and a dance with the Deep Dive Barn Haulers featuring special guests from near and far every other week.
“Sunday night is when community gathers at Deep Dive - drink, eat, dance your fill, and relax in a charming atmosphere where the mood is light and the timeless sounds and smells of Southern hospitality fill the air. Dance lessons provided, no partner required.
Wide boots, loud hats, button-downs, and bolo ties encouraged. Dine-in with the family, roll your tobacco on the dock, try a new whisky, guzzle a sugary pop and catch local legends + touring artists backed by the house band comprised of members of local honky tonkin' heroes Cast Iron Cowboys and more!”
This week’s special guest is Whistlin’ Dyl and Spice Rack!
When: 5-10 p.m. Sunday; doors at 5 p.m., music at 6-9 p.m., dance lesson at 6:30 p.m., kitchen open 5-10 p.m.
Where: Deep Dive
Cost: $5
All in the Family
The Beacon on Aurora Concert Series continues its season with Rachael Kilgour.
“Rachael Kilgour's exquisite fourth full-length collection, ‘My Father Loved Me,’ is a tribute to her late father, produced by JUNO Award-winning songwriter Rose Cousins and recorded in the senior Kilgour's native Canada. In the spare, often gutting language for which she is known, Kilgour gives us a complex portrait of a man as seen through his daughter's eyes. With unwavering acuity she poses questions about identity, inheritance, and grief, and affirms the value of one ordinary working man's life to an often indifferent world.
“Like her father, Kilgour is a hard worker. She comes by her considerable skills honestly, honing her craft over the past decade in listening rooms, festivals, concert halls, and recording studios, and picking up accolades along the way. Kilgour first attained notoriety outside her native Duluth, MN as the grand prize winner of the 2015 international NewSong Music Performance & Songwriting Competition and winner of the 2017 Kerrville New Folk Contest. She has been featured at NYC’s Lincoln Center, at The Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. and at the Sundance Film Festival. Her oft-noted “unapologetic lyrics” (Rolling Stone) and “master crafted indie folk” sensibilities (Billboard) are on full display in this latest collection of songs.”
When: 7 p.m. Sunday
Where: First Unitarian Society of Ithaca (FUSIT)
Cost: $20, reserve tickets online here
Life of Perfection
Denva Gallant, assistant professor of art history at Rice University (who will narrate a work on the March 24 concert), gives a lecture, “Illustrating the Vitae patrum: Understanding Eremitic Denial in Fourteenth-Century Italy.” In the late third and fourth centuries, a number of men and women from Egypt, Palestine, and Syria chose to make a daring break with society, renouncing their familial claims and wealth so that they could lead a life of perfection in the desert. By withdrawing from society to the desert to undergo the ultimate test of faith, these men and women, known to later generations as the Desert Fathers and Mothers, committed themselves to sacrifice, to an exclusive reliance on God, and to the letting-go of ego. Their lives became legends that resonated across the centuries to come.”
When: 5 p.m. Monday
Where: AD White House, Cornell
Cost: free and open to all
String Theory
The Northside String Band will host Deep Dive’s monthly “traditional Southern old-time fiddle music jam with a great groove. Join us on the deck to listen or join in! Every last Tuesday of the month!”
When: 6-8 p.m. Tuesday
Where: Deep Dive
Cost: free
Joining Forces
Ithaca Concert Band will present an adopt-a-band concert under the baton of co-conductor Rick Eleck, teaming up with the Newfield High School Band. Free and open to the public. Donations are welcome.
When: 7-8 p.m. Tuesday
Where: Newfield Senior High School
Cost: free; donations are welcome
Show Your Stuff
SingTrece’s Open Mic for Singers, Rappers, Songwriters, Poets and Spoken Word makes its monthly appearance at the Downstairs. “Perform at Ithaca's most intimate and supportive open mic. Come see Ithaca's favorite artists as well as discover someone new. Sing with tracks, sing acapella, play acoustically or read poetry! Come out and see Ithaca's favorite artists as well as discover someone new. The Downstairs on the 4th Tuesday of each month is the place you want to be.”
When: 7 p.m. Tuesday
Where: The Downstairs
Lotsa Laughs
Deep Dive continues its bi-weekly comedy night, "Dive Into Comedy,” produced by Comedy On The Commons. “Brace yourselves for waves of laughter every other Wednesday, as the stand-up scene in Ithaca takes a deep dive into humor! Your hosts for the night, Mike Stewart and Andre ‘Pnut’ Williams, promise to keep your spirits afloat with their unique styles. Mike, known for his sharp wit and original observations, has been making waves on the comedy scene with his relatable humor. And what can we say about Pnut? Though relatively new on the comedy scene, his rich life experiences and nique perspective guarantee plenty of laughs and food for thought. So mark your calendars, call your friends, and get ready to dive into a night filled with laughter, good vibes, and the most diverse comedy acts in town. Who knows? You might even discover your new favorite comedian!”
When: 6:30 p.m. every other Wednesday
Where: Deep Dive
Melancholy, Baby!
“On the last Wednesday of every month, join Not From Wisconsin’s Angela and Dave Yantorno for an evening of Midweek Melancholy.”
When: 8 p.m. Wednesday
Where: The Downstairs
Cost: $10 or pay what you can
Going Galactic
The Galactic Escort Service returns to Deep Dive for Galactic Wednesday, with Ashley Ickes, Tenzin Chopak, Josh Oxford, Emmett Scott, and Michael Schuler ready to whip up some atmospheric grooves.
“Every other Wednesday, a core group of Ithaca-based musicians join forces to create live improvised music on the spot. The group projects both obscure and classic films to aid in enhancing the experience as both audience and performers embark into the unknown spaces and places of the sonic realm. Guaranteed no two shows are the same, come be a part of the excitement of musical creation in real time.”
When: 9 p.m. Wednesday
Where: Deep Dive
Cost: $10
More Shows
Green Street Jazz – Joanna Green (vocals, vibes, violin), Wayne Gottlieb (guitar, vocals), Ted Caldwell (bass), Greg Ezra (drums) – plays at Brookton’s Market at 6-8 p.m. Wednesday
The Argos Grove Trio plays jazz at the Argos Inn at 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays
Rich Evans is at Scale House Brewery at 6-9 p.m. Wednesday
Jimmy Stapp is at Salt Point Brewing at 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday
DJ Dale hosts Trivia Night at Revelry Yards at 7-9 p.m. Wednesdays
Sacred Root Kava Bar and Tea Lounge hosts its weekly Open Mic Night at 7 p.m. Wednesday
The Upstairs hosts its weekly Open Mic Night at 8:30 p.m. Wednesday
Richie Stearns and the Rongo Band are at South Hill Cider at 5-8 p.m. Thursday, along with the Simply Red popup
Aiken Nadge is at Cortland Beer at 6-9 p.m. Thursday
Scale House Brewery hosts Open Mic Night at 6-9 p.m. Thursdays
Benny T brings his Open Mic Posse to The Ridge in Lansing at 6:30 p.m. Thursday
Atlas Bowl in Trumansburg hosts Vinyl Night at 7-10 p.m. Thursday
Queerlesque presents Mashups at the Range at 9:30 p.m. Thursday
River Lynch is at Two Goats Brewing at 5-8 p.m. Friday
Charlie Rietz is at Barnstormer Winery at 5-8 p.m. Friday
Darkwine is at Hopshire Farm and Brewery at 6-8 p.m. Friday
Quona Hudson is at BRU64 at 6-8 p.m. Friday
Cielle on Solid Ground is at Brookton’s Market at 6-8 p.m. Friday
Tru Bleu is at Aurora Brewing Company at 6-8 p.m. Friday
The Shenanigan Brothers (Tink Bennett and Marc Ryan) are at Homer Hops at 6-9 p.m. Friday
Brian Michael is at Heuga’s Alpine in Tully at 6-9 p.m. Friday
Delta Mike Shaw is at Scale House Brewery at 6-9 p.m. Friday
Stereopticon plays Hector Wine Company at 6-8 p.m. Friday
Clint Bush is at McGraw Box Brewing at 6:30-8:30 p.m. Friday
Grist Iron Brewing hosts a Silent Disco at 7-9 p.m. Friday
Yayle Hues is at Cortland Beer Company at 8-11 p.m. Friday
The Dart Brothers are at Garrett’s Brewing at 8 p.m. Friday
The Blackjack Brothers play the Cavalcade of Cars at the State Fairgrounds in Syracuse at 1:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
Kevin Ludwig is at Treleaven Winery at 1-4 p.m. Saturday
Sarah Noell and Friends are at South Hill Cider at 5-7 p.m. Saturday
Li’l Anne and Hot Cayenne play the “Happy Feet Zydeco Dance Party” at Hopshire Farm and Brewery at 5-7 p.m. Saturday
Clint Bush is at Potter’s Farm to Fork in Port Byron at 5-8 p.m. Saturday
Whistlin’ Dyl is at Two Goats Brewing at 5-8 p.m. Saturday
Rocco Rich and Aaron Craig return to Brewer’s Café and Taproom at 6-8 p.m. Saturday
Tangled Roots with Pete McMahon is at ONCO Fermentations at 6-8 p.m. Saturday
The 86ers are at Stone Bend Farm at 6-8 p.m. Saturday
Sweats are at Grist Iron Brewing at 6-9 p.m. Saturday
Dave Turner is at Homer Hops at 6-9 p.m. Saturday
The Ryan Peterson Trio is at Liquid Shoes Brewing in Corning at 6-9 p.m. Saturday
Crystal Vision is at Cortland Beer Company at 8 p.m. Saturday
Tailor Made is at Tioga Downs Casino at 9 p.m. Saturday
The Inner Crazy are at Six Mile Creek Winery at 1-3 p.m. Sunday
Benny T brings his Open Mic Posse to Summerhill Brewing at 1-3 p.m. Sunday
Prime Box is at Brookton’s Market at 1-4 p.m. Sunday
Jess Novak and Ashley Cox are at ONCO Fermentations at 3-5 p.m. Sunday
Tenzin Chopak is at Two Goats Brewing at 4-7 p.m. Sunday
Ivy's Home, Jackson Cavalier and Good Dog play at the Downstairs at 7 p.m. Sunday
DJs Law and Rob Haze host “Goth Night: Dark Alternative” at Modern Alchemy Game Bar at 9 p.m. Sunday
Paul Martin, Rosie Newton, and Jonas Puryear will play zydeco tunes at Mama Said Café on Route 96 at 5-7 p.m. Monday
The Argos Grove Trio plays jazz at the Argos Inn at 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays
Mark Pariso is at Scale House Brewery at 6-9 p.m. Wednesday
DJ Dale hosts Trivia Night at Revelry Yards at 7-9 p.m. Wednesdays
Sacred Root Kava Bar and Tea Lounge hosts its weekly Open Mic Night at 7 p.m. Wednesday
The Upstairs hosts its weekly Open Mic Night at 8:30 p.m. Wednesday