OSWEGO COUNTY– The final show of the Fall 2024 season of #JazzByTheLake showcases Taj on November 23 at 7:30pm; doors open at 7pm. For this special presentation, the group will be joined by bassist, Sean Peters.
Taj was formed in 2019 with its first performance at #JazzInTheBurps, where they are a fan-favorite. The group has had various members over the years. The one constant is the founder, guitarist Mikal Serafim.
Mikal Serafim arrived in CNY in 2010 with his original blues group called Funky Blu Roots. This group performed at area clubs and was featured at the Chenango Blues Fest and Syracuse Blues Fest in various years. If you are a fan of artists like Robben Ford or Larry Carlton, you are in for a treat.
Bassist Sean Peters hails from Utica, NY. Sean has played with various groups in CNY. He explores musical genres of Blues, Americana and Jazz. He released his first solo album in 2023.
Keyboardist Dan Pugh has performed at #JazzByTheLake previously with The Count Blastula Trio. He currently has two bands of his own, The Dan Pugh Trio and Lvl 100, where he performs as a bassist.
Drummer Gary Iacovelli is a veteran of the CNY music scene. He drummed for the horn band Prime Time and is also a member of the Steely Dan tribute band, The Royal Scam. Currently, he performs with the Longwood Jazz Project, the Jill Minye Trio, and the Dan Pugh Trio as well as Taj.
The Taj with Sean Peters show, curated by David Kaspar, is made possible through the Music Hall’s Guest Curator program whereby new programs are introduced outside the regular concert series representing demographics and artistic genre not typical in Music Hall programming.
Tickets are on sale online now at https://www.oswegomusichall.org/ ($15-18; SUNY Oswego students $10 with ID, 16 and under are half price, and under 5 are free), or at the rivers end Bookstore, 19 W. Bridge St., Oswego, although you may be able to get tickets at the door if it is not sold out. The community is encouraged to buy tickets early to ensure a seat. Tickets are cash or check only at the door.
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. Light refreshments will be available at reasonable prices.
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 event support to making popcorn. Students can also earn credit for community 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].
This is a presentation of The Ontario Center for the Performing Arts Guest Curator program. 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 of Oswego and Shineman Foundation.
2024 Music Hall Events Calendar
Fall Season
National Stage 47th season
Nov. 16 Abbie Gardner w/Ryan David Green (from Ryanhood) opening
Dec. 7 The McKrells
Open Mic Friday
Nov. 15 Rich Hart
Dec. 6 Marc Warner
Guest Curator Jazz-by-the-Lake
Nov. 23 Taj (Jazz-by-the-Lake)
PSA/Calendar (continued):
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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