OSWEGO — In celebration of 13126 Day, the Oswego Music Hall is hosting “The Lake Effect Show” – an outstanding showcase of local luminaries with special guest hosts from a wide variety of community organizations. This event, which is entirely free to the public, features eight main acts from afternoon until evening, as well as many surprise guest performances throughout the concert. Donations will be accepted though nothing in excess of $13,126.
“Never have there been so many of Oswego’s favorites under one roof at one time!” says Music Hall President Ellen Wahl, “This is entirely unprecedented, but 13126 Day is aonce-in-a-century event, so we knew we had to pull out all stops!”
Come warm up with live music from afternoon ’til evening, and enjoy a bowl of Award-Winning Chili, mulled cider and other home-grown fare courtesy of Ontario Orchards.Doors open at 3pm.
The full line-up includes:
Concinnity (3:00pm) – A select women’s choir, whose name means: “the skillful and harmonious arrangement or fitting together of the different parts of something.” Members include: Holly Abel, Mary Lou Bjorkman (Artistic Director & Conductor), Kathy Duschen, Rocky Farden, Debbie Godden, Linda Knowles, Deb Long, Ann Losurdo, Barb McCleary, Bobbie Palange, Diane Taverni, and Gay Williams.
John McConnell w/Cam Caruso & Gary Carpentier (3:45pm) – Armed with threeguitars and three distinct voices, McConnell, Caruso, and Carpentier form a side project driven by mutual respect and powerful vocal harmonies. These well known Oswegomusicians represent a monopoly of some of Oswego’s best-loved and gifted performers.
Patti Graham w/Joe Cortini and the Jazz Mafia (4:30pm) – Patti is a SUNY Oswego alum who recently returned to once again, call Oswego home. For the past 20 years,Patti has been singing with The Wooster Street New Orleans Jazz band, headed by BobLeive, performing in various clubs in NYC as well as other venues throughout the tri-state area. She is joined this evening by the locally renowned Jazz Mafia. Joe Cortini and his Jazz Mafia are Upstate’s hippest piano-based jazz trio. Cortini said, “I first heard Patti [Graham] sing acapella at an art show and thought instantly that my band should back her”. “Patti is the real deal” noted Mafia keyboard man Dave Solazzo, “she’s a consummate professional and great to work with”.
Mark Wahl (5:30pm) – An award-winning songwriter, luthier, and Oswego Music Hall Director of the Guest Curator Series.
Marc Warner (6:30pm) – A favorite local known for his large repertoire of interesting andeclectic tunes. Marc is a member of The Cool Kids and has played in many bands including Dos Locos and the Predators.
Gina Holsopple (7:15pm) – Prolific singer songwriter and local music educator, Gina Holsopple of the Gina Marie Music Studio performs Original Acoustic / Americana.
Frank & Julie (7:30pm) – Frank Stepanek & Julie? Clement focus primarily on the 60’s & 70’s, Rock & Reggae; Blues & Originals. Frank performed professionally for 30 years on lead guitar and Julie 15 years on keys and bass. Both are lead and support vocalists. Frank was an international lead guitarist for decades, on VH-1, Tiny Desk, & part of a 3xGrammy Nomination. In warmer weather, he captains boat tours of the Oswego Lighthouse.
The Dust Creatures (8:30pm) – An Oswego homegrown original rock band. Lifelongfriends Erik Mosher, Chris Wahl, Emil Christmann, Josh Mumm and Josh Rogers, bring their own life’s rhythmic poetry and melodious harmonies together to create some truly unique music to share.
This presentation of the Oswego Music Hall Guest Curator Series is curated by Nicholas Gentile and Mark Wahl. The venue is family friendly and wheelchair accessible. Theatmosphere is intimate with candle-lit tables surrounding a small stage. It is located in the McCrobie Civic Center on 41 Lake Street in Oswego, adjacent to Breitbeck Park and overlooks Lake Ontario and Oswego Harbor.
The non-profit Ontario Center for Performing Arts has been run entirely by volunteers since its inception in 1977. Volunteers can earn admission to shows through various tasks — from event support to making popcorn. Students can also earn credit forcommunity service. To volunteer, email Volunteer Coordinator Michael Moss at [email protected].
Find more information online at https://www.oswegomusichall.org/, on Facebook, or email [email protected].
It is made possible in part with funding by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the governor and New York Legislature. Other major supporters are the City ofOswego and Shineman Foundation.
PSA/Calendar
On Saturday, January 31, from 3 PM until 9 PM at the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake St., Oswego, the Oswego Music Hall will feature a free concert featuring 13126’s favorite acts. Performances by John McConnell with Cam Caruso & Gary Carpentier, Patti Graham with Joe Cortini and the Jazz Mafia, The Dust Creatures, Concinnity, Frank & Julie, Gina Holsopple, Mark Wahl, Marc Warner, and much more! Enjoy award winning chili. The Lake Effect Show in celebration of Oswego’s 13126 Day. Info: https://www.oswegomusichall.org/
On Friday, Feb. 6th 7 PM (sign-ups at 6:30) at the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake St., Oswego, the Oswego Music Hall continues its Open Mic with Host, Rich Hart. Info: https://www.oswegomusichall.org/
On Saturday, February 7th 7:30 PM at the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake St., Oswego, the Oswego Music Hall will feature Cliff Eberhardt accompanied by Louise Coombe. Info: https://www.oswegomusichall.org/
On Friday, Feb. 20th 7 PM (sign-ups at 6:30) at the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake St., Oswego, the Oswego Music Hall continues its Open Mic with Host, Ernie Turpening. Info: https://www.oswegomusichall.org/
On Saturday, February 21st 7:30 PM at the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake St., Oswego, the Oswego Music Hall will feature a Co-bill with Julian Taylor & Crys Matthews. Info: https://www.oswegomusichall.org/
On Friday, March 6th 7 PM (sign-ups at 6:30) at the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake St., Oswego, the Oswego Music Hall continues its Open Mic with Host, Kenny Roffo. Info: https://www.oswegomusichall.org/
On Saturday, March 7th 7:30 PM (Meet & Greet 6:30) at the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake St., Oswego, the Oswego Music Hall will feature The Rebel Eves with Amanda Rogers opening. Info: https://www.oswegomusichall.org/
On Friday, March 20th 7 PM (sign-ups at 6:30) at the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake St., Oswego, the Oswego Music Hall continues its Open Mic with Host, Bill DeMott. Info: https://www.oswegomusichall.org/
On Saturday, March 21st 7:30 PM at the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake St., Oswego, the Oswego Music Hall will feature Liz Longley with Cam Caruso opening. Info: https://www.oswegomusichall.org/
On Friday, April 10th 7 PM (sign-ups at 6:30) at the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake St., Oswego, the Oswego Music Hall continues its Open Mic with Host, Lloyd Polack. Info: https://www.oswegomusichall.org/
On Saturday, April 11th 7:30 PM at the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake St., Oswego, the Oswego Music Hall will feature a Co-bill with The Rough & Tumble & The Honey Badger.Info: https://www.oswegomusichall.org/
On Friday, April 24th 7 PM (sign-ups at 6:30) at the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake St., Oswego, the Oswego Music Hall continues its Open Mic with Host, Larry Kyle. Info: https://www.oswegomusichall.org/
On Saturday, April 25th 7:30 PM at the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake St., Oswego, the Oswego Music Hall will feature Tom Rush accompanied by Brenden Cleary. Info: https://www.oswegomusichall.org/
On Saturday, May 9th 7:30 PM at the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake St., Oswego, the Oswego Music Hall Season Finale & Emerging Artist Showcase. Info: https://www.oswegomusichall.org/
2026 Music Hall Events Calendar – Winter/Spring Season
National Stage 49th season
Feb. 7 Cliff Eberhardt accompanied by Louise Coombe
21 Black History Month. Co-bill with Julian Taylor & Crys Matthews
Mar. 7 3rd Annual Women in Music Show. The Rebel Eves with Amanda Rogers opening
21 Liz Longley with Cam Caruso opening
Apr. 11 2×2 Partner Series. Co-bill with The Rough & Tumble & The Honey Badgers
25 Tom Rush accompanied by Brenden Cleary
May 9 Season Finale & Emerging Artist Showcase. Headliner: TBA
Open Mic Friday Guest Hosts
2/6 Rich Hart
2/20 Ernie Turpening
3/6 Kenny Roffo
3/20 Bill DeMott
4/10 Lloyd Polack
4/24 Larry Kyle
Guest Curator Series
13126 Lake Effect Show (curator OCPA)
Jan. 31, 2026 Concinnity, John McConnell, Cam Caruso, Gary Carpentier, Patti Graham, Joe Cortini & The Jazz Mafia, Mark Wahl, Marc Warner, Gina Holsopple, Frank Stepanek & Julie? Clement, The Dust Creatures
3/13 & 4/17 Jazz-by-the-Lake (Musicians – TBA) curator Dave Kaspar
TBA Music Mindfulness and Meditation, curator Ann Buchau
TBA Others in development, curator Nick Gentile
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