We are excited to welcome Falmouth’s longtime favorite roots and blues legend, George Gritzbach and his band for a live, outdoor performance on the lawn on Tuesday evening, July 9th, from 6-8, weather permitting. Bring your chair or blanket!

George is known for his innovative original songs. The Boston Globe called him a “sizzling hot, no-holds barred electric bluesman” and “one of the finest guitar players in America.” Click here for their site.

The band now includes a seasoned rhythm section including Scott Lariviere on bass and backing vocals, Johnny Menezes on keyboards and Christian McCarthy on drums, percussion and backing vocals, and is rounded out by Peter Murray on the sax! They have opened for such musical greats at B.B. King, Bonnie Raitt, Robert Cray, Dr. John, John Lee Hooker, and played in a variety venues: nightclubs, performing arts centers, festivals, and more. They continue to be in demand as a high-energy R&B dance band strongly rooted in blues, funk and New Orleans styles.

We thank the Library Support fund for sponsoring this concert!

We are excited to welcome Gladius for a live performance in the Hermann Room on Saturday afternoon, April 27^th from 3-4 pm.  Registration is needed, as space is limited-click here to register!

Atlanta native Gladius is an award-winning composer and accomplished “classical/flamenco style guitarist”. Inspired by the great composers, Spanish guitar maestros and much more, this musical mad scientist fuses the elements into a refreshing formula, evoking the Spanish spirit! Another reviewer mentioned Carlos Santana and Eddie Van Halen.

He has shared the bill with Grammy winners and mesmerized audiences with his electrifying live act since 2016!

Becoming Gwinnett County Georgia’s first ever recipient of the Gwinnett Superstar award in 2022, and releasing the infectiously catchy Air to critical acclaim in 2023, Gladius shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon. Check out his website at gladiusofficial.com to learn more, and hear some of his music! Register to attend on our online calendar, at falmouthpubliclibrary.org/events!

We thank the Library Support Fun for sponsoring this concert.

We are excited to welcome the Modernistics Trio (Ted Powers, vocals, tap-dance, and guitar, Peter H. Bloom, flute; and Dave Zox on double-bass) to the Falmouth Public Library for a concert in the Hermann Room on Thursday, February 29^th at 2 pm! Please register by clicking here to reserve your spot! We thank the Trustees of the Falmouth Public Library for sponsoring this concert.

Called “absolutely joyous, virtuosic and wonderful” (Concerts at the Crane), The Modernistics Trio will perform a festive show called “The Twenties Roar Again”– swinging songs, tap-dance numbers, and jazz instrumentals by Cole Porter, Duke Ellington, Irving Berlin, George Gershwin, and other master tunesmiths of the 1920s.  An exuberant and stylish portrait of the era, delivered with a 21^st-century groove!  Among the many audience favorites are Blue Skies, Fascinating Rhythm, Let’s Misbehave, It Had to Be You, and Ellington’s Black and Tan Fantasy. Click here for their website, to learn more about them!

Ted Powers, vocals, tap-dance, guitar, ukulele, and harmonica, has been entertaining audiences in the U.S. and abroad for over 30 years.  His career in jazz, blues and pop includes several years as a solo performer in the south of France and tap dancing in the U.S. with Jimmy “Sir Slyde” Mitchell.  Ted has performed with Billy Novick, Ray Santisi, and other notables. Acclaimed for his wide-ranging artistry and his mastery of the Great American Songbook, he performs extensively as a soloist, and with large and small ensembles across the Northeast.

Flutist Peter H. Bloom, praised for “exquisite melody” (JazzImprov) and “infectious brio” (The New York City Jazz Record), has performed in North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand, and is featured on 48 CDs. He has shared the stage with Sheila Jordan, Charles Neville, Jimmy Giuffre, Ricky Ford, Geri Allen, Jaki Byard, and other jazz legends, and is a veteran of the famed Aardvark Jazz Orchestra (51st season).  Bloom’s latest CD, Exuberant Ellingtonia, has been hailed as “a treasure trove” (Textura Magazine, Ontario).  His playing has been called “wonderfully smoky and mysterious” (EarRelevant), “brightly gorgeous” (Gapplegate Music Review), and “a revelation for unforced sweetness and strength” (The Boston Globe).

Bassist Dave Zox has performed with the Glenn Miller Orchestra, the Artie Shaw Band, Herb Reed and the Platters, Phil Woods, John Abercrombie, Kenny Werner, Garrison Fewell, and other illustrious artists. Dave played for many years with Boston’s legendary Al Vega Trio and with pianist Harvey Diamond.  He serves on the faculties of Northeastern University, Phillips Academy in Andover, and the Ipswich Public Schools. 

We are excited to welcome back longtime New England musician/author for another live, outdoor acoustical performance on the lawn on Wednesday evening, August 30th, from 5:30-7 pm (rescheduled from Aug 15th). Bring your chair or blanket! The concert will be canceled in the event of rain.

 Matt will perform the songs of Johnny Cash and tell stories about Cash’s career spanning from the 1950’s to his passing in 2003. He’ll discuss Cash’s emergence as a groundbreaking artist in the 1950’s, his marriage to June Carter and many other career highlights. He’ll also perform some songs by the many artists Cash collaborated with during his career. 

In 2022, he was nominated for the Boston Music Award for Best Country Artist and his album Gently Used was just named one of Worcester Magazine’s best albums of 2022. He has four albums and a recent single. Matt’s music explores a cross-section of everything from straight-up rock and roll to hints of country. Check out his site at mattyorkmusic.com!

The Boston Globe named his album “Bruisable Heart” on of their top albums of 2019, and he has been nominated twice as Best Male Artist by the New England Music Awards.  The Boston Herald said of his album, “Boston, Texas”, that the singer-songwriter uses basic building blocks-Buddy Holly’s chords, Hank Williams’ swagger, Steve Earle’s boozy wisdom, Paul Westerberg’s straight-up drunk wisdom-to construct an album of beauty, optimism and heartbreak”.

We thank the Trustees of the Falmouth Public Library for sponsoring this concert.

We are excited to welcome Abe Ovadia for a live, outdoor performance on the lawn on Tuesday afternoon, August 1st, from 1-2 (he will play inside in case of rain).  Bring your chair or blanket!

Abe has been hailed by Musicvox Guitars as a “jazz virtuoso” and “one of the most innovative guitarists of our time.” His reputation as one of New York City’s premier jazz guitarists has been cemented by Times Square NYC, who lauds him as a reliable purveyor of world-class jazz. Click here for his website, to learn more about Abe and watch concert videos!

Abe holds a bachelor’s degree from Berklee College of Music and a master’s degree from New York University’s prestigious jazz performance program. His dedication to honing his craft and pursuing excellence in his musical pursuits has earned him numerous accolades, including the prestigious title of Best Guitarist of 2016, as awarded by Hot House Jazz Magazine.

We thank the Board of Library Trustees for sponsoring this concert!