OSWEGO – Oswego Music Hall continues its Open Mic Friday series on November 1. Show begins at 7:00 PM; sign-ups at 6:30.
Guest Host, Bob Raymonda, leads off Open Mic Friday and will be followed by performers who sign up that night. Doors open at 6:30 with sign-ups taking place then and throughout the evening, as space allows. Musicians typically play three songs each.
All ages and experience levels are welcome. Budding performers, singer-songwriters and musicians of all genres are given an opportunity to perform in a supportive environment using cutting edge professional sound and lighting equipment.
Bob is a singer songwriter who started writing songs back when he was the lead singer for the rockabilly band Haywire. The band gained some notoriety locally and actually played live on Daniel Dunn’s radio show, Homegrown, which aired on WSCP back in the late 80’s. Bob started playing solo a few years ago after a lengthy hiatus from music. He is a prolific songwriter who writes primarily in a folk and country music style. A semi-retired graphic designer and illustrator, Bob turned his creative attention to writing as a way to help deal with his lifelong struggle with depression. Many, but not all, of his songs are about that struggle and the effects that mental illness and alcoholism have had on him and his family since he was a child. Despite his struggles, Bob finds humor in many situations and his story songs reflect his unique sense of humor and the brighter side of life.
Scheduling guest hosts for Open Mic Fridays is Coordinator Bryan Dickenson. Open Mics are held on the Friday night prior to Saturday’s National Stage concert.
The following evening, November 2, Carsie Blanton will appear on the Main Stage at 7:30pm. Visit https://www.carsieblanton.com for further information.
For a complete performance schedule including the National Stage and Open Mic Friday as well as ticket information, visit the website at https://www.oswegomusichall.org/ or stop at the river’send bookstore, 19 West Bridge Street in Oswego.
The wheelchair accessible venue is located in the McCrobie Civic Center, on 41 Lake Street in Oswego. It is adjacent to Breitbeck Park and overlooks Lake Ontario and the Oswego Harbor.The atmosphere is intimate with candle-lit tables surrounding a small stage with lightrefreshments available. Cash or check only at the door.
Oswego Music Hall is a family-friendly, non-profit organization that has been run entirely by volunteers since its inception in 1977. Volunteers can earn admission to shows through various tasks — from running the sound board to making popcorn. Students can also earn credit forcommunity service. To volunteer, email Volunteer Coordinator Michael Moss at[email protected].
Find more information via the Oswego Music Hall website at https://www.oswegomusichall.org/, the Facebook page, 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 the governor and New York Legislature. Other major supporters are the City of Oswego and Shineman Foundation.
2024 Music Hall Events Calendar
Fall Season
National Stage 47th season
Nov. 2 Carsie Blanton
16 Abbie Gardner w/Ryan David Green (from Ryanhood) opening
Dec. 7 The McKrells
Open Mic Friday
Nov. 1 Bob Raymonda
Nov. 15 Rich Hart
Dec. 6 Marc Warner
Guest Curator Jazz-by-the-Lake
Oct. 26 Opus Black Strings (Jazz-by-the-Lake)
Nov. 23 Taj (Jazz-by-the-Lake)
PSA/Calendar (continued):
On Saturday, November 2nd 7:30 PM (doors open at 7) at the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake St., Oswego, the Oswego Music Hall will feature Carsie Blanton. Info: https://www.oswegomusichall.org/
On Friday, November 15th 7 PM (sign-ups at 6:30) at the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake St., Oswego, the Oswego Music Hall continues its Open Mic Friday Series with opener Rich Hart. Info: https://www.oswegomusichall.org/
On Saturday, November 16th 7:30 PM (doors open at 7) at the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake St., Oswego, the Oswego Music Hall will feature Abbie Gardner with Ryan David Green (from Ryanhood) opening. Info: https://www.oswegomusichall.org/
On Saturday, November 23rd 7:30 PM at the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake St., Oswego, the Oswego Music Hall will feature Taj. Jazz-by-the-Lake. Info: https://www.oswegomusichall.org/
On Friday, December 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 Friday Series with opener Marc Warner. Info: https://www.oswegomusichall.org/
On Saturday, December 7th 7:30 PM (doors open at 7) at the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake St., Oswego, the Oswego Music Hall will feature The McKrells. Info: https://www.oswegomusichall.org/
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