OSWEGO – Oswego Music Hall continues its Open Mic Friday series on Friday, April 10. Show begins at 7:00 PM; sign-ups at 6:30.
Guest Host, Lloyd Polak, 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.
Lloyd has lived a life taking him from as far as Tokyo to Wichita. His landing spot and home is now Syracuse, where complaining about the weather is a local sport. Not one to conform, Lloyd eventually harnessed the power of music to help him overcome the hardships imposed by fickle nature gods (and some people). On a dark cold night, he received a commandment to celebrate the joys and victories that come his way, too. Lloyd now has an ever growing songbook of over 70 original compositions. Since “Lloyd Songs” is not really a genre, some prefer to call his musical stylings “folk punk.”
Lloyd is capturing interest on the local music scene with his one of a kind performance at open mic nights, house shows, and breweries. He aspires to be himself but can’t help to channel the spirit of numerous influences: Hank Williams, Johnny Cash, X, John Prine, Steve Earle, Wilco, Son Volt, The Silos, Drive By Truckers, Elvis Costello, The Clash, John Hiatt, and of course some mercurial dude from Duluth whose shadow stretches over all.
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. Oswego Music Hall welcomes Larry Kyle as the final Spring Open Mic on April 24.
The Oswego Music Hall welcomes The Rough & Tumble and the Honey Badgers back for a new 2×2 Partner Series co-bill on Saturday, April 11. “This is a fun and exciting new format as the two bands will alternate playing individually and together” Artistic Director Tom Lambert said. “To be able to pay $17 to see a national performance in an intimate setting with cabaret-style seating is an incredible experience and so reasonable.” Doors open at 7:00 pm and the show will start at 7:30 pm.
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’s end bookstore, 19 West Bridge Street inOswego.
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 light refreshments available. Tickets purchased at the door and refreshments are cash or check only.
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 for community 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.
PSA/Calendar:
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 new 2×2 Partner Series co-bill featuring The Rough & Tumble and the Honey Badgers. Info: https://www.oswegomusichall.org/
On Friday, April 17th, 7:30 PM at the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake St., Oswego, the Oswego Music Hall will feature Monk Rowe’s Five Families Ensemble. Jazz-by-the-Lake. 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 Brendan Cleary. Info: https://www.oswegomusichall.org/
On Saturday, May 2nd 7 PM at the McCrobie Civic Center, 41 Lake St., Oswego, the Oswego Music Hall will feature Music, Movement & Mindfulness with musicians Desirée Dawson and Travis Knapp and yoga instructor Ann Buchau. 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. Headliner Abigayle Oakley. Info: https://www.oswegomusichall.org/
2026 Music Hall Events Calendar – Spring Season
National Stage 49th season
Apr. 11 2×2 Partner Series. Co-bill with The Rough & Tumble & The Honey Badgers
25 Tom Rush accompanied by Brendan Cleary
May 9 Season Finale & Emerging Artist Showcase. Headliner: Abigayle Oakley
Open Mic Friday Guest Hosts
4/10 Lloyd Polack
4/24 Larry Kyle
Guest Curator Series
4/17 Jazz-by-the-Lake Monk Rowe’s Five Families Ensemble, curator Dave Kaspar
5/2 Music, Movement & Mindfulness, with Desirée Dawson and Travis Knapp, curator/yoga instructor Ann Buchau
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