Each week, we invite local musicians to perform at the market. We love providing a space for local folks to share their art, and equally excited about creating a space for shoppers to just hang. And the sounds are a great backdrop to the shopping experience.
Crosstracks
BOLTONJune 16
CrossTracks plays fun, Americana, blues, bluegrass, folk, country, classic pop, and swing songs. Guitars and Harmonica, Ralph Diflorio. Guitar, Phil Nigro. Violin, fiddle, and mandolin, Dan Villani. Bass, Rose Villani. Guitar, Dave Clark. And everybody sings!
Round the Bend
WAYLANDJune 30
Round the Bend offers Irish folk, Americana, traditional folk, folk rock and classic rock, featuring guitar, accordian, banjo, bass, concertina, flutes, whistles, and the occasional fiddle.
Maria Frattura and Keith Kirkpatrick
ACTONJuly 7
Vocalist Maria Frattura shares her interpretations of sophisticated pop tunes accompanied by Keith Kirkpatrick on piano and vocal harmonies.
David Sibel and Mark Abare
ARLINGTONJuly 14
David and Mark are members of the local bluegrass community and have a delightful, fun repertoire! David accompanies himself on guitar and Mark will be backing him up on banjo and harmony vocals.
Jean Monroe
MAYNARDJuly 21
Piano “professor” J. Kerenaith Munro (Jean’s steampunk alter ego) enlivens the market with with sunny ragtime, music-hall, and dance tunes from the turn of the last century and before.
The Grateful Dads
ACTONJuly 28
An acoustic, folk-rock band playing a wide range of music from “Oldies but Goodies” to Americana. From Hank Williams to John Denver and Bob Dylan to The Grateful Dead. Lots of music for kids — and they can play along with provided shakey eggs, maracas, tambourines, and bongos.
Daisy Flowerchild and the Leftovers
WESTFORDAugust 4
Daisy and the Leftovers (John Ferullo, Betsi Mandrioli, and Bob Morse) are an acoustic trio that plays popular songs from the ’60s through now. They call it their “acoustic garage band.”
The Simones
ACTONAugust 11
The Simones met through the Folk Song Society of Greater Boston and have been performing traditional and contemporary folk music together for nearly 30 years. Don’t be surprised if they toss in an occasional show tune or other unexpected number to shake things up!
The Hip Swayers
WORCESTERAugust 18
Hailing from the hills of West Tatnuck, the Hip Swayers play upbeat, fun, dance-able classic country, surf and mountain music. "These performers from are not to be missed! A bit of Hank Williams sensibility, Carter/Cash authenticity, and infectious personality." — Music Editor, San Francisco's City Guide
Acton Music Project
ACTONAugust 25
The Acton Music Project plays all of your classic rock and current favorites. Whether it be an intimate coffeehouse setting, a formal wedding or a 500-person block party, AMP fulfills all of your musical needs with rocking melodies and beautiful harmonies.
Walter Rodriguez
ACTONSeptember 1
Multi-media artist/musician Walter Rodriguez delights and soothes audiences with his unique fusion of contemporary songwriting and classical guitar techniques creating transcendental musical experiences. First prize winner of the Boston Conservatory Classical Guitar Competition, Walter’s songs and instrumental compositions traverse alternative acoustic classical and film-music genres and have been used as accompaniment in a variety of commercials, movies, and MTV specials.
The Potato Shakers
ACTONSeptember 8
The Potato Shakers play an eclectic mix of acoustic rock, folks, and classic country favorites.
James Kingsbury
ACTONSeptember 15
Jim is a local guitarist/singer who has played at the market for several seasons. He will be performing classic rock covers.
MahRee
LEXINGTONSeptember 22
Mary’s forte is the depth of her soulful lyrics about life, family, friendship, and nature. A skillful performer for 40-plus years, her voice and guitar complement these tunes.
AMC Music
ACTONJune 23, September 29
Acton-based acoustic rock duo, featuring Alexis (a Massachusetts native) and Justin (from Santa Catarina, Brazil). They play the songs you know and love, spanning genres, decades, and cultures, mainly focusing on pop and rock hits from the ’60s to now.
Nicole Cuff
ARLINGTONOctober 6
Nicole Cuff sings original and classic children's songs around the Greater Boston area, and has shared stages and compilations with artists such as The Ghost of Paul Revere, Aubrey Haddard, Beane, Dylan Dunlap and Alisa Amador. Her debut album Jellybeans and Dinosaurs is out now on all platforms.
https://nicolecuff.bandcamp.com/album/jellybeans-and-dinosaurs
Still Willow
WAYLANDOctober 13
Still Willow is an acoustic duo featuring guitar, banjo, harmonica, and bass. Song selections include Americana, folk, rock, and country tunes, as well as original songs.