Open Mic Fridays Continues In Oswego On February 25

OSWEGO – Oswego Music Hall will continue its Open Mic Friday series on February 25. Shows begin at 7 p.m.; sign-ups at 6:30 p.m.

Guest host, Jane Zell, leads off Open Mic Friday and will be followed by performers who sign up that night. Performers have the option to enter the juried songwriter’s competition held every open mic. Winners will perform at the Music Hall’s Season Finale Emerging Artist Showcase to be held in May.

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 genre are given an opportunity to perform in a supportive environment using cutting edge professional sound and lighting equipment.

Syracuse Native, Jane Zell finds her groove in musical variety. Influenced early on by the country blues, Jane learned to finger pick and lace single lines into her rhythm playing. She performs classic covers along with crowd pleasing originals laced with blues, funk, and jazz. A solid guitar player, vocalist and songwriter, Zell’s performances are upbeat, warm, expressive, and oft-times willful.

Jane Zell has released two CDs of original material: Sistah Moon and Almost Real, both discs were nominated for a Syracuse Area Music Award. She performs solo, in different combos and with her band the Zelltones. For further information visit: http://www.janezell.com/.

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 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. Due to COVID precautions, snacks and beverages will be limited, but available. Admission is by donation.

Oswego Music Hall is a family-friendly, non-profit organization that has been run entirely by volunteers from its inception over 40 years ago. Volunteers can earn admission to shows through various tasks. Students can also earn credit for community service. To volunteer, email Volunteer Coordinator Michael Moss at [email protected].

Regarding safety protocols, the Music Hall will adhere to CDC, State, and local guidelines. We will follow protocols adopted by theaters in CNY which is to require proof of vaccination before admittance to shows or a recent negative COVID test result. In addition, masks are to be worn except when seated. Unvaccinated children can attend but must wear a mask.

Find more information via the Oswego Music Hall website at https://www.oswegomusichall.org/, 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.

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