Rapunzel’s Further Ado Foundation presents: Open Mic Night

on Friday, December 13th, 2024

~*~ Seating open and sign ups at 7:30PM, and the show starts at 8PM ~*~
• free for performers, and kids 14 and under or 80 and better •
$3 donation at the door for audience members

Join us for another one of our intergalactically famous Open Mic Nights! Bring us your talent and start on the road to stardom!

We have been running our Open Mic Nights on the second Friday of each month for over twenty-two years!!! Thank you to all of our volunteers, audience members, and performers that have joined us over the decades and to all the folks that help us keep it going still! This event is known for such a variety of performances that the phrase “You never know what you’re going to see at Rapunzel’s” quickly became its slogan. While it is often musicians that take the stage, The Rapunzel’s Open Mic welcomes and supports all the arts - poets, authors, dancers, comedians, and all y’all other creatives are welcome too.

Seating and to signup with our host starts at 7:30, and the show takes off at 8 PM!
it's usually up to two songs shared or the equivalent for non-musical acts -- chat with our emcee and we'll figure it out together.

***** Please note that our Open Mic Night is an acoustic event…only bass guitars and keyboards may be amped. Please come early to set that up. Thank you! *****
* we do currently have a nice (weighted) keyboard set up a Rapunzel’s available to be used upon request, just let us know ahead of time so we can be sure it’s ready *

All performers are invited to be ready at 8ish to join the Rapunzel’s Orchestra on stage to kick off the event with “Will The Circle Be Unbroken” emceed this month by our friend, Beverly Yaeger.
There is also a goodnight song performed by the Rapunzel's Orchestra if you can stick around through the end of the evening.

The Further Ado Foundation presents: Jazz Night at Rapunzel's -
• The Quintessential Quartet •
on Saturday, November 30th, 2024
Seating open at 7:30PM, and the show starts at 8PM

All ages are welcome and this is a free community event, open for all to join us. Collected donations go entirely towards funding our jazz program to pay our guest musicians. Thank you for helping us to keep Jazz happening in central Virginia!

Our house band, The Quintessential Quartet plays every month, for free, and hosts the evening. Featuring Anne Krieger on vocals, Carolyn Stone on bass and vocals, Harry Powell on lead guitar, and Bob Taylor on rhythm guitar - the Quartet plays favorites from The Great American Songbook and you probably know every one of them.

Our first ever • Blue Ridge WYRD • oral storytelling open mic takes place on Friday November 15th at Rapunzel's Coffee and Books in Lovingston, Virginia. We kick things off at 7:30pm.

If you know somebody that's got a WILD story they love to tell, make sure they know about this! Keep your stories to about 8 minutes max please, and give us all the meandering details.

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This event will be a $5 suggested donation (from adults) which will be going to a fellow local non-profit, The Free Book Bus. The Free Book Bus was founded in October 2018 to bring books to children who have barriers to accessing books, and to help families build quality home libraries.

Learn more about them and how to support their mission at https://freebookbus.com/

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From the creator of this event and our host for the evening, Dirtgod Raven Mack -

"Join us for our very first • Blue Ridge WYRD • oral storytellin’ open mic! Only requirements are you’re telling it (not reading it) and you tell it well in about 8 minutes. Wyrd is an old word that “weird” is derived from, but the meaning was more about the flexible nature of what’s real. We’re using it as an acronym for Weaving Yarns, Realizing Destiny. I grew up in awe of country folks out telling each other stories around truck beds, picnic tables, or back porches. I act like I’m a writer or artist, but at my heart, I’m just a storyteller aka natural born shit talker, and that’s in my genetics since before people had wheels. If it’s in yours too, come share it!"

#blueridgewyrd #southerngothiccfuturism

To learn more about Raven check out his work at https://ravenmack.com/
or on instagram, https://www.instagram.com/dirtgod_raven_mack/

Who loves songwriters? WE DO!
Please join us on Saturday, November 9th for our last Songwriter Showcase of 2024 - featuring four local Central Virginia musicians.

doors 6:30 / seating 7 / show 8pm
$10 cover for the artists

Alex Norman

Alex Norman is a poet and folk singer-songwriter from Richmond, Virginia. Recently relocated to Charlottesville, Alex enjoys participating in the local music scene around town and collaborating with fellow artists.

Grayson Harlow

Grayson Cody Harlow of Nelson County, Virginia is a world exploring folk singer who also really admires birds. His day job involves doing bird scientist things but for fun (and artistic necessity) he writes songs on his guitar about love, nature, and trying to figure out the universe. Find out more at @spiritbox.folk

Erynn McLeod

Erynn Legna McLeod, a Charlottesville based singer-songwriter, writes at the cross road of folk and musical theater. As a native New Yorker, her roots are grounded in musical theater but she has branched out to create her own contemporary sound. After graduating from Stony Brook University with a B.A in Music and a concentration in Classical Voice in 2017, she trained in musical theater at the Stella Adler Studio of Acting. In 2019, she graduated from Berklee College of Music in Valencia, Spain with a MM in Contemporary Performance. During her program, she won first place at the International Writers Camp in Haarlem, Netherlands and was blessed to have one of her original songs, Queen, produced by Patrice Rushen. When she's not performing you can find her teaching voice, guitar and songwriting at The Front Porch. She is currently recording her debut project locally and can’t wait to share it. Follow her work at @erynnmcleod

C. Burrows

C. Burrows is the stage name for Chris Andrews, a singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist based in Scottsville, VA. Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Chris spent his childhood living between South America and the United States. In 2017 Chris walked the length of the United States, from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA. During his solo 3,200 mile journey he wrote and composed his debut album 'Angelfish' which was released in November 2017. Chris currently lives on a farm in Scottsville with his wife, goats, guitar and dog, June. He is recording a new album in Charlottesville and plans to release it in early 2025. Follow along at @cburrowsmusic11

Rapunzel’s Further Ado Foundation presents: Open Mic Night

on Friday, November 8th, 2024

~*~ Seating open and sign ups at 7:30PM, and the show starts at 8PM ~*~
• free for performers, and kids 14 and under or 80 and better •
$3 donation at the door for audience members

Join us for another one of our intergalactically famous Open Mic Nights! Bring us your talent and start on the road to stardom!

We have been running our Open Mic Nights on the second Friday of each month for over twenty-two years!!! Thank you to all of our volunteers, audience members, and performers that have joined us over the decades and to all the folks that help us keep it going still! This event is known for such a variety of performances that the phrase “You never know what you’re going to see at Rapunzel’s” quickly became its slogan. While it is often musicians that take the stage, The Rapunzel’s Open Mic welcomes and supports all the arts - poets, authors, dancers, comedians, and all y’all other creatives are welcome too.

Seating and to signup with our host starts at 7:30, and the show takes off at 8 PM!
it's usually up to two songs shared or the equivalent for non-musical acts -- chat with our emcee and we'll figure it out together.

***** Please note that our Open Mic Night is an acoustic event…only bass guitars and keyboards may be amped. Please come early to set that up. Thank you! *****
* we do currently have a nice (weighted) keyboard set up a Rapunzel’s available to be used upon request, just let us know ahead of time so we can be sure it’s ready *

All performers are invited to be ready at 8ish to join the Rapunzel’s Orchestra on stage to kick off the event with “Will The Circle Be Unbroken” emceed this month by our friend, Zach Bullock.
There is also a goodnight song performed by the Rapunzel's Orchestra if you can stick around through the end of the evening.

Come on out to Rapunzel's on Saturday night, November 16th and dance the night away with The Blazing Saddle Tramps!

The Blazing Saddle Tramps are dedicated to keeping Western Swing music alive. A bit of jazz and a dollop of country make this the best dance music ever. Join us for a foot stompin' good time.

Claim your spot on the dance floor after 7pm, show starts at 8pm

*no cover* but tips for the band would be mighty fine and appreciated!

Rapunzel’s Further Ado Foundation presents:

Jazz Night with
Stephanie Nakasian
Jeff Massanari
and Karl Kimmel
+ The Quintessential Quartet
on Saturday, October 26th, 2024

~*~ Seating open at 7:30PM, and the show starts at 8PM ~*~
• free community event •
donations gratefully accepted for our Jazz Program
all ages welcome

It’s the fourth Saturday of the month at Rapunzel’s and that means it’s time for Jazz!!
On Saturday, October 26th we welcome back a jaw-dropping trio - Stephanie Nakasian (keys, vocals), Jeff Massanari (guitar), and Karl Kimmel (bass). Our very own Quintessential Quartet will warm up the room with a few classic swing era tunes.

The Quintessential Quartet - our house jazz band - features Anne Krieger, Harry Powell, and Rapunzel’s very own Bob Taylor and Carolyn Stone - sharing the old standards and making you smile.

Stephanie Nakasian

Exciting! Innovative! Vibrant Virtuoso! Fun!

Stephanie Nakasian is an exciting, well-seasoned vocalist and master of innovative jazz improvisation, completely authentic with a fresh and vibrant sound all her own.

A prolific recording artist with 15 celebrated albums, including her acclaimed "Show me the Way" and special tribute to Billie Holiday “Billie Remembered” which was featured on NPR’s “Fresh Air” with Terry Gross, Stephanie continues to perform live and is dedicated to inspiring "next generation" artists through her writings, guest speaker appearances and participatory vocal training courses and improv workshops. 

Known as one of the world’s leading jazz vocalists, Stephanie will take you on a fantasy musical voyage that transcends the Great Ladies of Song in genre, tribute and originality. Capturing the heart of audiences with her extensive repertoire, reaching from Jazz to Classic Rock, Pop and Cabaret, Stephanie creates an atmosphere of romance and excitement that will transport you to another place and time. 

Please note that our Jazz Night in November 2024 will be moved to the fifth Saturday, November 30th - continuing our after Thanksgiving Jazz Night tradition.

For December, we will not be hosting a Jazz Night on December 28th - please enjoy the holidays with your friends and family. However, we will be celebrating the Rapunzel’s Christmas Party on December 14th with a Jazzy twist! Stay tuned for details.

Join us for a musical evening on Saturday, October 19th from 5:30-8:30 with North Branch students, teachers, alums, and other special guests!
Performers include Joia Wood, Daniel Dennis, Michael McConkey, Pete Osborne and Lindsey Osborne, and more...

Om Taco will be serving up delicious vegan or vegetarian tacos and as always, Rapunzel’s will be offering a wide selection of beverages – coffee, tea, milkshakes, fresh cider, beer, wine, and more – as well as yummy desserts.

North Branch School is a private institution located in Afton, Virginia of Nelson County with hands-on learning for students ages preschool through 8th grade.
The teachers of North Branch School inspire children and lead them to a love of learning. The students of North Branch School inspire their communities.

This is a Fall Fundraiser event for the school.

Once upon a time, the folksinger and our friend Darrin Bradbury lived nearby and was a resident artist at Rapunzel’s- appearing at every open mic and songwriter’s contest for a couple of years and he even joined in the special Six Pack Songwriter Series that began here. Darrin then left Virginia and after a few twists and turns on the road, he settled down in Nashville. A few years ago he noticed a need in the community and got to doing what he could to help. That project became a non-profit and most recently resulted in them buying an old bus which they use for distributing food, water, and needed items in the Eastern Nashville community.

Darrin is bringing that bus on tour and visiting Rapunzel’s this Saturday, October 12th - with Corey King accompanying him (of The Ohio Weather Band) from Nashville and our local Virginia musicians Blair Jones (who just released an album last week!), Mary Gordon Hall, and Betty Jo Taylor who make up The LaDaDas will also join the stage this evening.

This will be a pay what you will fundraiser show. 7:30 seating, 8pm show

The LaDaDas - Three women, with hard earned time on their hands, come together to create gorgeous 3 part harmonies.

Join us on Saturday, October 5th for a full day of fun during the 3rd Annual Fall Street Festival in Lovingston! Hosted by the HeART of Nelson Artisan Collective this is family friendly event to celebrate the season, our creative community, and the small town we are lucky to call home.

The stretch of Front Street from the corners of Main Street to Brookside Lane will be closed and filled with over 30 local and regional artisans, crafters, food vendors, and brewers with on going live music, kids activities, face painting, and more! This event will be held rain or shine.

The entertainment line up will include sets from:

• Joe Madison, of Blue Star Music, and friends (11am)

• The Gia Ray Band (12pm)

• storyteller Joia Wood (2:15pm)

• John Spangler (3pm)

• and Annie Stokes (4pm)

Come enjoy some exquisite Jazz with us on Saturday, Septmeber 28th - brought to you by none other than Dwight Spencer and Karl Kimmel. The pair will present a tribute show in the stylings of Jim Hall and Ron Carter.
Opening the evening will be a short set from The Quintessential Quartet.

Seating 7pm, show 8pm
free community event

Summer fun for all on Saturday, July 13th at Rapunzel's Coffee and Books! Around The Bend Tie Dye is having a kick off party to launch their business and brining in local musicians - The Dubsettors to jam for us.

Doors/shopping open at 6:30,
music starts at 8pm

FREE community event

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Emerging from the verdant mountains of Virginia in 2006, The Dubsettors have etched a distinct path in the reggae landscape. This trio, comprising Greg Ward, Brent Finlen, and Nick Burgess, infuses the reggae genre with an authentic and vibrant energy, deeply rooted in tradition yet refreshingly innovative.

https://dubsettors.com/

Rapunzel’s Further Ado Foundation presents our
Summer Songwriter Series:
Queer Edition
Debra Guy, catherine the great, and Eli Conley

Friday, 06/21/24
seating 7:00, show 8pm

~ $10 cover in advance
at the door: $10 cash / $12 card
Kids 14 & under or 80 & better get in free~

Debra Guy is a singer, songwriter, and storyteller, known for her captivating performances. Guy fronts the garage pop band 7th Grade Girl Fight, known for their energetic blend of garage pop and indie rock, characterized by catchy hooks, infectious melodies, and Guy's fearless stage presence. In 2023, Guy released "L'estate è finita," an Italian version of the 7GGF popular song "Summer Is Over," and toured throughout Italy in November in support of the release.  

debraguy.bandcamp.com/
Debra Guy (@_guydebra_)
facebook.com/debraguymusic

7thgradegirlfight.com/
7th Grade Girl Fight (@7thgradegirlfight)
facebook.com/7thgradegirlfight

catherine the great is the solo project of Catherine Backus (the skipperdees, After Jack). While the project primarily exists as a repository for her feelings, her sad songs have drawn numerous accolades, including 1st place at the Merlefest Chris Austin Songwriting Contest and 4th place at the Rocky Mountain Folks Festival Songwriter Showcase. Over the course of her career, she's shared stages with folks like Molly Tuttle, Kim Richey, Willie Watson, and Ben Sollee. She doesn't gig too much these days, focusing instead on her work as a board-certified Music Therapist and sharing songs in smaller spaces. She would love to see a picture of your dog.

catherinethegreatmusic.com 
https://catherinethegreatmusic.bandcamp.com
facebook.com/catherinethegreatmusic
instagram.com/catherinethegreatmusic

Eli Conley is an indie folk/country singer-songwriter and activist raised in Richmond and Hanover County, based now in Sacramento, CA. He is delighted to be returning to Virginia on his summer tour!

Eli makes music for queer and trans folks, justice seekers, and anyone who doesn’t fit in a box. He’ll be joined for this show by frequent collaborator Joel Price (Open Hand, ellipsis) on mandolin, violin, and backing vocals. 

Eli's voice is tender and heartfelt, with melodies that can leave you teary-eyed yet hopeful. As a gay transgender man, his songs tell stories that aren’t always reflected in roots music. Eli founded Queer Country West Coast, a regular series featuring LGBTQ+ blues, folk, and country artists in California. He has opened for Carsie Blanton, Heather Mae, and Grammy-winner Kimya Dawson, and been featured in Newsweek, the Huffington Post, The Advocate, and NPR’s All Things Considered.

Themes of uncertainty, ache, and loss come up again and again on Eli’s recent record Searching for What's True, yet light always shines just behind the clouds. The songs are drawn from the concrete and immediate details of daily life: a stuffed animal clutched in a child's arms, a colorful sunset after a forest fire, a confederate statue toppling to the ground. The result is a testament to the power of the creative spirit. At times it's hushed and intimate, at others soaring and dramatic. At the heart of Searching for What's True is Eli's singular voice, urging us to stay open to our grief and our joy.

www.eliconley.com 
instagram: @eliconleymusic
tiktok: @eliconleymusic
facebook.com/eliconleysongwriter