Old Songs, Inc. is a not-for-profit, educational, 501(c)3 corporation
Virtual Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 11 am–4 pm.
PO Box 466 • 37 S Main • Voorheesville, NY 12186-0466
(518) 765-2815 • info@oldsongs.org
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October 2022
$145
Irish Fiddle
with Hilary Schrauf for 6 weeks
This class assumes moderate previous experience with the fiddle (know the names of the notes and strings; know how to hold the bow), and little to moderate experience with Irish traditional music. We’ll have fun digging into the different types of Irish tunes (jigs, reels, hornpipes, etc.) — and maybe a composition or two — while exploring what makes them sound Irish. Some bowing, slurring, ornamentation, and variations will be taught. Sound files, sheet music, and links to other resources will be provided. Reading sheet music is not a requirement.
For more information contact Hilary at 518-424-8701 or
hilary.schrauf@gmail.com
Class Dates: Mon. 10/24, Tues. 11/1, Mon. 11/7, Mon. 11/14, Tues. 11/22, TBD
November 2022
$25
A Man for Every Season: A Musical Tribute to Tony Barrand
Join Old Songs in a celebration of the music of Tony Barrand (1945-2022) over the years with John Roberts, Andy Davis, Fred Breunig, Keith Murphy, and Heather Wood
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The concert will be held in person at the Old Songs building and streamed on the Old Songs YouTube Channel. Masks Recommended.
$20
John McCutcheon Livestream Series — The Paxton-McCutcheon Project
For nearly two years John and Tom Paxton have been Zoom-writing songs every Monday afternoon. And, boy, have they come up with a catalog of amazing songs. Ukrainian Now, their anthem for Ukraine, was a Facebook viral hit, prompting Noel Stookey (the Paul of Peter, Paul, and Mary) to assemble an all-star folk music ensemble for a video that went around the world. But that was just the tip of the iceberg. From the humorous to the heartfelt, two of folk music’s iconic songwriters have teamed up and the result has been fun, powerful, and affirming. In fact, John’s next recording project will bring in not only these songs, but Tom Paxton himself.
Join John for an evening of unveiling a dozen or so brand new songs he and Tom Paxton have written, as well as a handful of Tom’s classic songs.
Ticket price: $20 Livestream, $30 Family, $10 Student, and more. Tickets are sold through Mandolin. The concert is being presented by the Artist and privately streamed on Mandolin. No Refunds.
Contra Dance Tunes
Because of the holiday, November’s Contra Dance Tunes will take place on the 5th Wednesday of this month.
Playing for dancing with rhythm and style. Build your skills and dance tune repertoire. All instruments & skill levels welcome. Led by Ray Kottke.
recommended $5 donation
December 2022
$25
Zigue — Live at Old Songs
Claude Méthé, Dana Whittle, and Mario St-Germain
Since 1992, Claude Méthé and Dana Whittle have performed, composed and shared everything musical. They are both dynamic singers and prolific composers in love with the Québécois trad-inspired music they make together. Claude’s raw, emotional singing and authentic fiddling is seamlessly matched to the accompaniment of his longtime partner, herself a rhythmic and vocal powerhouse.
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The concert will be held in person at the Old Songs building (37 S Main in Voorheesville) and streamed on the Old Songs YouTube Channel. Masks recommended.
$20
Windborne’s Music of Midwinter — Livestream on Mandolin
After many years of serving as the vocal bedrock of the hit Boston institution “A Christmas Celtic Sojourn,” Windborne is performing a full show of their favorite songs of the season! A joyful and heartfelt celebration of song, Windborne’s lush vocals and unique arrangements bring light to a dark time, as they draw on midwinter music from traditional, classical, and folk from the US, British Isles and beyond. Unique from their typical show, the holiday spirit is accentuated with added instrumentation, from concertinas, guitars, and flute, to Lithuanian Kanklės, Irish bodhran, and Georgian Panduri.
With Windborne as their guide across continents and centuries, audiences will be delighted by holiday stories, songs, and humor in a livestream concert for the whole family! Sing along with familiar favorites, enjoy new twists on old classics or sit back and enjoy discovering new favorites, but make sure you don’t miss Windborne’s Music of Midwinter!
Ticket price: $20 Livestream, $30 Family, $10 Student, and more. Tickets are sold through Mandolin. The concert is being presented by the Artist and privately streamed on Mandolin. No Refunds.
$20
John McCutcheon Livestream Series — Winter Solstice: a Holiday Concert
John’s classic album, Winter Solstice, is a constant on airwaves and home stereos every December. John will reprise a bunch of music from this album, offer some brand new songs, invite in a guest or two, and even lead a carol singalong!
Here’s a perfect way to close out 2022 and hoping for peace in the New Year.
Ticket price: $20 Livestream, $30 Family, $10 Student, and more. Tickets are sold through Mandolin. The concert is being presented by the Artist and privately streamed on Mandolin. No Refunds.
January 2023
The Pick’n’ & Sing’n’ Gather’n’ (PSG)
2nd Sunday of the Month
A sing-around for the whole family. pickingandsinging.org
Traditional Irish Slow Session
3rd Wednesday of the Month
This is a friendly, repertoire-building opportunity to play your new tunes slowly and work on your old tunes at a reasonable tempo. We will focus specifically on traditional Irish music, and all Irish-appropriate instruments are welcome (i.e. wooden flute, tin whistle, concertina, button or piano accordion, guitar, bouzouki, mandolin, fiddle, harp). We encourage tape recorders, and focus on learning tunes by ear. Music stands and continuous use of sheet music discouraged. Bring snacks to share. Questions? Contact Hilary Schrauf at 518-424-8701.
$5 class fee
Hilary keeps a Blog for this session here: stoneystepsitm.blogspot.com
$10
Jez Lowe — Livestream from the UK
Old Songs is partnering with Falcon House Concerts, Folk Music Society of NY, Branford Folk Music Society, Folk Song Society of Greater Boston, and the Folklore Society of Greater Washington to bring you the Livestream from the UK Concert Series from the Falcon Studio in Whitby, UK
Jez Lowe has built an enviable reputation as a songwriter and performer in the world of acoustic music, and as a recognized musical ambassador for his native North East England, with more than a dozen albums and countless live performances around the world over the last twenty years.
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The concert will be streamed on YouTube. A link to the concert and a reminder will be emailed to registered attendees a day before the concert. No Refunds.