Show Deective.
Friday, October 18th
Tour in Remembrance of Pandit Shivkumar Sharma
Zakir Hussain and Rahul Sharma
In the annals of Hindustani music, Pandit Shivkumar Sharma stands tall. Widely acclaimed and highly esteemed, he brought his Kashmiri folk music instrument, the santoor, to the classical concert stage. His concerts with Zakir Hussain were considered among the greatest musical feasts of our time. After 5 decades of accompanying this great artist, Zakir is bringing their relationship forward in duet wiith his son and worthy successor, the brilliant Rahul Sharma, who has established himself as the premier santoor maestro of his generation.
Steckler / Ikawa / Plaxico / Lewis, The Linda, Albany, 8pm-10pm
OLD FRIENDS BECKONED – NEW SOUNDS RECKONED
The names Steckler / Ikawa / Plaxico / Lewis suggest four musicians who have intersected at different points on a jazz timeline. With the project Old Friends Beckoned / New Sounds Reckoned (Skydeck), their shared histories converge as singular new ideas emerge. Using original scores as a canvas, the quartet strives for a deeper vibe that comes with shared sacrifice of individual prowess. The result is music that draws on collective inspiration, touching the heart with one cohesive brushstroke.
The Egg and Union College Present: Eisenhower Dance Detroit, The Egg, Albany, 8pm
Experience Eisenhower Dance Detroit in a dynamic 90-minute program featuring choreography by a wide range of artistic voices acclaimed as some of the most compelling in contemporary dance. This “can’t miss” evening includes audience favorite “Legacy Island” by Norbert De La Cruz III; the intricate “En-code” by Australian, disabled choreographer Marc Brew; a provocative work by Micaela Taylor titled “Hyper;” and the poignant “See Me” by Christian Denice. Rounding out this unforgettable evening of dance will be “State of Mind” by award-winning EDD Artistic Director, Stephanie Pizzo, featuring Union College dancers. The performance is the culmination of the company’s four-day Stephanie C. Davis Dance Residency in the Capital Region.
David Nihill: Shelf Help Tour, Proctors Theater, Schenectady
Leaving Dublin, Ireland where he was born and raised until the age of 22, David got drunk on travel and never quite hit sobriety of it. He has lived and worked in twelve countries and visited over seventy. His shows draw on his wide travels, cultural observations, attempts at language study, (occasional) international drinking session(s) and being a mildly confused immigrant.
Mickey Thomas is the owner of the soaring voice that propelled STARSHIP through the decade of the 80’s. With his soulful and compelling vocals, Mickey has established himself as one of Rock Music’s most recognizable stars.
James Kennedy, Empire Live, Albany, 9pm
Another Ooky Spooky Musical Showcase, Cohoes Music Hall, Cohoes, 7:30pm-10pm
A unique musical event for the Halloween season! A host of local, acclaimed performers present creepy compositions of Capital Region crimes and macabre tales of the area’s past. The Cohoes Historical Society will be on hand in between musical performances to tell spooky stories about the historically haunted Cohoes Music Hall.
Beg, Steal or Borrow w/s/g Northern Borne, Rustic Barn Pub, Troy, 8pm-11pm
Beg, Steal or Borrow is on a mission to resurrect the music of the iconic bluegrass band Old and In the Way. Known for their warm harmonies, virtuosic instrumentals, and tight musical interplay
Noah Gundersen w/Abby Gundersen: Ledges 10 Year Anniversary, Lark Hall, Albany, 8pm
NOAH GUNDERSEN – LEDGES BIO
It’s a strange thing to have a living artifact of your younger self. To observe the manifestations of a younger you’s inner life. To be honest, it’s often cringy and anxiety inducing. With the benefit of hindsight, our shortsightedness and misplaced fears and hopes seem so obvious.
Midnight Mass – Masquerave, Putnam Place, Saratoga Springs
Bee Side Fest – Everybody That Loves You, Senior Living, Retail Drugs, Service Industry, No Fun, Troy, 6pm-11pm
10/18 5:00 PM Dan Sherwin- Wheatfields Clifton Park
10/18 5:00 PM TBD- S&S farm Brewery
10/18 5:30 PM Christine Spero- Wishing Well
10/18 6:00 PM Adam & Tim- Spa City Tap & Barrel
10/18 6:00 PM Alex Hitrick- Panza’s Saratoga
10/18 6:00 PM Becca Frame Duo- Allied Brewing
10/18 6:00 PM Becca Frame Duo- Allied Brewing
10/18 6:00 PM Bennett Brothers- Carsons Woodside Tavern
10/18 6:00 PM Bronte Roman & Steve Viglucci Duo- Sofia’s of Clifton Park
10/18 6:00 PM Chris Carey- The Scarlet Knife
10/18 6:00 PM Dan Dekalb- 677 Prime
10/18 6:00 PM Drank The Gold- Cock & Bull
10/18 6:00 PM Frank Murray- The Bunker Mohawk Harbor
10/18 6:00 PM Had The Radish- Thirsty Owl
10/18 6:00 PM Harmonic Duo- Saratoga Winery
10/18 6:00 PM Matt Evans- Powers Pub
10/18 6:00 PM Rover- Indian Ladder Farms
10/18 6:00 PM Thom Powers- Inn at Saratoga
10/18 6:00 PM Whiz Bang- Lago by Druthers
10/18 6:30 PM Kev & Pete- Peddlers Bar & Bistro
10/18 6:30 PM Nick Horace- Hilton Garden Inn,,, 30Park
10/18 6:30 PM Rich Ortiz- Diamond Club at Embassy Suites
10/18 6:30 PM Steve Candlen- Artisanal Brew Works
10/18 6:30 PM Ten Most Wanted- Prime at Saratoga National
10/18 7:00 PM Act Your Age- Spare Time City Sports Grill
10/18 7:00 PM Brendan Conley- Bunker Saratoga
10/18 7:00 PM Jeff Walton- Principessa Elena
10/18 7:00 PM Lifeline- Kraverie
10/18 7:30 PM Ooky Spooky Musical Showcase- Cohoes Music Hall
10/18 7:30 PM Starship- Universal Preservation Hall
10/18 8:00 PM Beg Borrow & Steal wsg Northern Borne- Rustic Barn Pub
10/18 8:00 PM Brian Kane Duo- Katie O’Byrnes
10/18 8:00 PM Keith Pray Quartet- Nine Maple
10/18 8:00 PM Matty Stecks- The Linda
10/18 8:00 PM Radio Junkies- Druthers Saratoga
10/18 8:00 PM The Coverups- Frog Alley Brewing
10/18 8:00 PM The Refrigerators- Vapor
10/18 8:00 PM Tom Paxton & The DonJuans- Caffe Lena
10/18 9:00 PM DJ Jonesy & Dj John Jamz- Night Owl
10/18 9:00 PM Late Night Philosophers- Centre St. Pub
10/18 9:00 PM New York Players- Van Slycks at Rivers Casino
10/18 9:30 PM The Schmooze- Spa City Tap & Barrel
10/18 9:30 PM Watchdog- Spa City Tap & Barrel
Saturday, October 19th
San Miguel Fraser, The Linda, Albany, 8pm-10pm
San Miguel Fraser is a project bringing together Galen Fraser, a Berklee graduate and son of renowned Scottish fiddler Alasdair Fraser and Maria San Miguel, a native of Castile and graduate of Oviedo Conservatory with deep family roots in the traditions of her homeland. Together, they combine dynamic fiddling and string arrangements with the soaring, life-celebrating singing of Maria and the exciting, oh-so-sensitive cittern accompaniment of Galen. Surprises abound in this project, with fresh compositions and startlingly touching and deeply thoughtful arrangements.
Albany Symphony Opening Night: Michael Daugherty + Tchaikovsky’s First Concerto, The Palace, Albany, 7:30pm
Michael Daugherty + Tchaikovsky’s First Concerto
Michael Daugherty: Passacaglia in Primary Colors, the final movement from Fifteen: Symphonic Fantasy on the Art of Andy Warhol
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1
Carl Nielsen: Symphony No. 4, “The Inextinguishable”
Tom Paxton & the Don Juans, Proctors Theater, Schenectady
On the occasion of his last regional tour before retiring, join us to celebrate Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award-winner, folk icon and fun topical songwriter, Tom Paxton, who began his illustrious career in the infamous ‘60s Greenwich Village folk scene.
Straight No Chaser, Proctors Theater, Schenectady
If the phrase “male a cappella group” conjures up an image of students in blue blazers, ties, and khakis singing traditional college songs on ivied campuses… think again. Straight No Chaser (SNC) are neither strait-laced nor straight-faced, but neither are they vaudeville-style kitsch. They have emerged as a phenomenon with a massive fanbase and a long list of accomplishments including 2 RIAA Gold Certified albums, over 1.5 million concert tickets sold, over 1 billion streams on Pandora, and over 2 million albums sold worldwide. Straight No Chaser is the real deal, the captivating sound of nine unadulterated human voices coming together to make extraordinary music that is moving people in a fundamental sense… and with a sense of humor.
Celebrate the legendary Meat Loaf and experience his hit songs performed brilliantly by The Neverland Express and “American Idol” winner, Caleb Johnson!
TVBOO: Daisy Dukes & Cowboy Boots Tour, Empire Live, Albany, 8pm
Back in Black – The True AC/DC Experience, Cohoes Music Hall, Cohoes, 7:30pm-10:30pm
Back By Popular Demand, BACK IN BLACK creates the true AC/DC experience. There is no substitute as they have been rocking the nation for over 30 years, since originating out of Massachusetts. They have a great reputation for being as close to the real thing as you can get! This band has HIGH ENERGY, you feel it right away and it will have you coming back for more every time. Back in Black is armed with an impressive song list with over 80 of your favorite songs! Featuring Tony Sitler on lead vocals as Brian Johnson & Bon Scott, Miguel Goncalves on bass as Cliff Williams, Bobby Sitler on guitar as Malcolm Young, Steve NaNola on Drums as Phil Rudd, And Dan Molkenthin on guitar as Angus Young. These guys are truly amazing on stage with an unbeatable tribute performance.
Chris Sanders, Rustic Barn Pub, Troy, 7pm-10pm
Singer/songwriter with original music, and a mix of country, rock, and even some metal covers!
Jeff Becker at The Eleven at Lark Hall (FREE SHOW), Lark Hall, Albany, 7pm-9pm
He may open with a Nirvana song then segue into a Gateful Dead looping jam, before launching into a Chris Cornell song; it’s clear Jeff Becker has an understanding of rock music. Melding all of his influences into a solo acoutsic show, Jeff returns to The Eleven at Lark Hall for a night of surprises.
Ari Hest with opener Jacob Shipley, Caffe Lena, Saratoga Springs, 8pm-10pm
Ari Hest has been making music and touring the planet for about 15 years. What started out as an occasional creative outlet playing guitar in the hallways of high school became a way of life when he built a loyal following touring the college circuit extensively with artists such as Martin Sexton, Suzanne Vega, and Ani Difranco. Since then, Hest has continued to tour relentlessly and released four other albums including the grammy-nominated Silver Skies Blue, a duets album with Judy Collins. The Boston Globe praised Hest as “a prolific songwriter and a captivating live performer,” while Top40-charts.com writes that Hest finds a home “somewhere on the path where Elliot Smith meets Peter Gabriel.”
Hickoids w/s/g The A.M’s & DJ Ritz Carlton, Hangar on the Hudson, Troy, 8pm
Hey, Greasy presents…
HICKOIDS
Originally formed in 1984 in Austin and conceived by original guitarist Jukebox and singer Jeff Smith as hardcore country meets hardcore punk the band quickly began touring Texas and then the United States. The band played their first show opening for Black Flag and the Meat Puppets in San Antonio in March 1984 and would share the stage with seminal Austin bands such as Scratch Acid, The True Believers, Poison 13, The Offenders and The Butthole Surfers while leaving traditional music fans and musicians scratching their heads as they took “Best Country Band” honors in the Austin Chronicle’s Annual Reader’s Poll in 1985. Musically they had more in common with West Coast counterparts Tex & The Horseheads, The Screamin’ Sirens and Blood on the Saddle, playing many California dates with these bands while also hosting shows for them back in Texas.
Bee Side Fest – TAGABOW, Her New Knife, Mall Goth, CPS, Glimmer, Cigarettes After Breakfast, The Great Depression, Dumpcake, Deep Slut, Galene, No Fun, Troy, 6pm-7pm
10/19 12:00 PM Trevor Wheelock- Troy Farmers Market
10/19 2:00 PM Yankee Holle- rAllied Brewing
10/19 2:00 PM Yankee Holler- Allied Brewing
10/19 3:00 PM The Schmooze- Carsons Woodside Tavern
10/19 5:00 PM Juniper- Artisanal Brew Works
10/19 5:00 PM TBD- S&S farm Brewery
10/19 5:00 PMPOGOFrog Alley Brewing
10/19 5:30 PM The Next Chapter- Wishing Well
10/19 6:00 PM Christine Spero- Panza’s Saratoga
10/19 6:00 PM Contagious- Bunker Clifton Park
10/19 6:00 PM Diva & The Dirty Boys- The Bunker Mohawk Harbor
10/19 6:00 PM Eric Peter- Powers Pub
10/19 6:00 PM Jeanne O’Conner & Azzaam Hameed- Sofia’s of Clifton Park
10/19 6:00 PM Matt Cosgrove- The Scarlet Knife
10/19 6:00 PM Matt Evans- Ravenswood
10/19 6:00 PM Mike Thomas- Spa City Tap & Barrel
10/19 6:00 PM Northern Borne- Inn at Saratoga
10/19 6:00 PM Pat Decker- Lago by Druthers
10/19 6:00 PM Rafa Picon- Prime at Saratoga National
10/19 6:00 PM Steve Candlen- Thirsty Owl
10/19 6:00 PM Travis Rockenstire- O’Slattery’s
10/19 6:00 PM Tyler Giroux- 677 Prime
10/19 6:30 PM Chris Dollard- Diamond Club at Embassy Suites
10/19 6:30 PM Jay Emery- The View at Brookhaven Golf Course
10/19 6:30 PM John Stack- Hilton Garden Inn,,, 30Park
10/19 7:00 PM Big Eyed Phish- Unihog
10/19 7:00 PM Get up Jack- Ancient Order Of Hibernians Albany
10/19 7:00 PM Harmonic Duo- American Legion Wynantskill
10/19 7:00 PM Hit n Run- Bunker Saratoga
10/19 7:00 PM On Tap Duo- Kraverie
10/19 7:30 PM Meatloaf Tribute with Caleb Johnson- Universal Preservation Hall
10/19 8:00 PM Ari Hest- Caffe Lena
10/19 8:00 PM Joe Barna Quartet- Nine Maple
10/19 8:00 PM Kilashandra- Pinehaven Country Club
10/19 8:00 PM North & South Dakota’s- Druthers Saratoga
10/19 8:00 PM San Miguel Frasier- The Linda
10/19 8:00 PM TBD- Misfit
10/19 9:00 PM Skeeter Creek- Vapor
10/19 9:00 PM The Wallies- Caroline St. Pub
10/19 9:00 PM TS Ensemble with Carmen Lookshire- Van Slycks at Rivers Casino
10/19 9:00 PM Wide Awake- Centre St. Pub
10/19 9:30 PM Tailspin- Spa City Tap & Barrel
10/19 12:00 PM Adrenaline Pumpkin- Sunnyside Gardens
Sunday, October 20th
Albany Pro Musica’s opening concert of the 2024-2025 season will feature music that examines the delicate balance of light and dark, and explores the passing of the seasons in the far North, including compositions by Grieg, Sibelius, Åhlén, and former APM Composer-in-Residence, Ola Gjeilo.
The Egg Presents: Family Circle #2 with Veena and Devesh Chandra, The Egg, Albany, 2pm
In the Hart Theatre Lobby on Sundays: September 22, October 20, November 17, and December 8
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Indian Classical Music with the Raga Family Circle, an interactive workshop series featuring Veena & Devesh Chandra. Over 4 engaging sessions, this series progresses through the basic fundamentals of Indian melody and rhythm and offers children and families a unique hands-on experience to try instruments and authentically experience this storied tradition. Veena and Devesh Chandra, embodying the generational passage of knowledge from guru to disciple, bring to life a rich cultural heritage that has been carefully preserved and evolved over centuries. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned music lover, the Raga Family Circle invites you to be part of a living tradition, offering a rare opportunity to experience the joy, complexity, and transformative power of Indian Classical Music in an accessible, immersive setting.
Asbury Shorts USA: An Afternoon of the World’s Best Short Films, Proctors Theater, Schenectady
Asbury Shorts USA
“An Afternoon of The World’s Best Short Films”
Guest Host: Richard Lovrich
Featured Guest Filmmaker: Shannon Plumb
Now in Our 43rd Year!
Asbury Shorts USA is New York City’s longest running non-competitive touring exhibition of globally honored short films. An Asbury Short Film Concert features a highly entertaining mix of comedy, drama, documentary and animated shorts — previously honored at the world’s top film festivals.
SSSO – Concert I: REALIZE (Proctors), Proctors Theater, Schenectady
The SSSO kicks of their 91st season with an appearance at Zankel Music Center and Proctors! This program features soloist Lisa Leonard in Prokofiev’s “Piano Concerto #3,” Adamo’s “Overture to Lysistrata” and Respighi’s “Fontana di Roma” and “Pini di Roma.”
This concert on Sunday, October 20 will be held at Proctors.
Don’t miss the pre-concert talk with Leonard and Artistic Director/Conductor Glen Cortese at 2 p.m. at Proctors! It’s an excellent way to learn more about the music and an opportunity to ask questions about the performance. All are invited to attend.
Join us for a fabulous Drag Brunch hosted by local favorite, Mor’Glamazon and featuring Mrs. Kasha Davis, Darienne Lake, Naysha Lopez and Brita Filter – all seen on RuPaul’s Drag Race! Grab your friends for this delicious, gorgeous and hilarious show! Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion (like grandma’s birthday or a divorce party) or just looking for a day out with friends, Drag Me to Brunch at UPH will be an unforgettable experience.
Rockin’ Pink For Breast Cancer with Vintri Hill, Empire Underground, Albany, 5:30pm
Pam Tillis – Kevin Richards’ Country Close-Up Series, Cohoes Music Hall, Cohoes, 7pm-9pm
Country Music Royalty Pam Tillis is Kevin Richards’ next guest in the ‘Close Up’ series at the Cohoes Music Hall. 2 Time Grammy Winner and the 1994 CMA Female Vocalist of the year, brings you her greatest hits ‘Up Close & Personal’, followed by a ‘Live On Stage’ interview. Best known for blockbuster hits ‘Maybe It Was Memphis’ ‘Don’t Tell Me What To Do’ ‘Mi Vida Loca’ ‘Shake The Sugar Tree’ and ‘Put Yourself In My Place’, the Grand Ole Opry Star will light up the stage with great Country Music and Memories.
Sara Milonovich & Daisycutter, Caffe Lena, Saratoga Springs, 7pm-9pm
Write what you know. Tell a story. Let the journey be your guide. There are some simple tools for making great, lasting songs. Humble devices that have served the finest songwriters for centuries well. Singer/songwriter/fiddler Sara Milonovich and Daisycutter deliver a heady harvest of heart-stopping original roots rock and alt-Americana gems. Their latest album, Northeast, is packed with atmospheric, powerful pieces with words that paint poignant, personal scenes, and melodies that linger long after the last listen. As an interpreter, Sara is a singular force as well, weaving her own experiences and artistic voice through the threads of well-chosen, lived-in covers of songs by the likes of Josh Ritter, Karine Polwart, Joe Strummer, and Led Zeppelin.
Summer Dean w/s/g Brule County Bad Boys, Hangar on the Hudson, Troy, 8pm-10:30pm
Summer Dean puts on a hell-of-a show. Armed with three albums, constant tours, and a hot band behind her, Summer struts onto every stage with the confidence and vulnerability of a songstress that has cemented her place among the top rank Texas tunesmiths. Her live show takes the concert goer on a ride of original songs bleding bravado, vulnerability, and a novelist’s eye for detail. Whether with her full band or all by herself, listeners and watchers are treated to an authentic, funny, and honest storyteller performing her way into legendary status. Recently named Texas Country Music Awards Female Artist of the Year, Summer has performed with an array of country aces, including Colter Wall, Marty Stuart, Asleep at the Wheel, Hayes Carll, Silverada (Mike and the Moonpies) and Charley Crockett.
Annual Pumpkin Carving (Reservation required), Lost and Found, Albany
10/20 10:00 AM Lifeline- Spa City Farmers Market
10/20 10:30 AM Steve Candlen- The Scarlet Knife
10/20 2:00 PM The Wheel- Allied Brewing
10/20 2:00 PM The Wheel- Allied Brewing
10/20 3:00 PM Jeff Brisbin- Druthers Saratoga
10/20 3:00 PM Sean Lippin- Lago by Druthers
10/20 3:00 PM Triple Trouble wsg K&O Duo- Artisanal Brew Works
10/20 3:30 PM Matt Cosgrove- Hank Hudson Brewing
10/20 4:00 PM The Ultimates- Carsons Woodside Tavern
10/20 5:00 PM Matt Donnelly- Sofia’s of Clifton Park
10/20 6:00 PM Sinatra & Friends- Panza’s Saratoga
10/20 7:00 PM Sara Milonovich & Daisycutter- Caffe Lena
