Music

David Francey

David Francey is a Scottish-born Canadian carpenter-turned-songwriter, whose deeply human songwriting has made him “one of Canada’s most revered folk poets and singers” (Toronto Star).

Immigrating to Toronto at age twelve, Francey spent decades working in rail yards, construction sites, and the Yukon bush, quietly composing songs drawn from everyday life. It wasn’t until his 40s, with the encouragement of his wife, artist Beth Girdler, that he began performing publicly. His 1999 debut album Torn Screen Door was an instant success and launched a celebrated musical career.

Event Date	11-08-2025 8:00 pm
Individual Price	See Registration
Location	Bull Run Restaurant
Categories	Music, Folk, Americana Concert

Kenny Garrett: Sounds from the Ancestors

Kenny Garrett, alto sax

Keith Brown, acoustic piano/keyboards

Rudy Bird, percussion

Jeremiah Edward, acoustic bass

Michael Ode, drums

Melvis Santa, vocals/percussion

With his illustrious career that includes hallmark stints with Miles Davis, Art Blakey and The Jazz Messengers, Donald Byrd, Freddie Hubbard, Woody Shaw and the Duke Ellington Orchestra, as well as a heralded career as a solo artist that began more than 30 years ago, Kenny Garrett is easily recognized as one of modern jazz’s brightest and most influential living masters. And with the marvelous Sounds from the Ancestors, the GRAMMY® Award-winning Garrett shows no signs of resting on his laurels.

Event Date	11-08-2025 8:00 pm
Individual Price	Tickets from $49
Location	Groton Hill Music Center
Categories	Music, Jazz, Jazz Concert

Hopkinton Arts Center - Sunday Jazz Jam (3)

Sip your favorite coffee and settle into the cozy charm of our farmhouse for an unforgettable hour of music with the MetroWest Jazz Project. This talented collaboration of jazz musicians brings you acoustic contemporary jazz, highlighted by the rich, mellow tones of the vibraphone.

After the concert, the music keeps flowing with an open jam session, welcoming musicians of all ages and skill levels, from enthusiastic beginners to seasoned pros. Free admission | Donations gratefully accepted.

Event Date	11-09-2025 11:00 am
Individual Price	Free Event
Location	Hopkinton Arts Center
Categories	Music, Jazz, Jazz Open Mic

Natalie Merchant Grateful Friends Fundraiser

Natalie Merchant

Grateful Friends Fundraiser

Natalie has graciously agreed to perform at The Cabot in support of Grateful Friends, a local nonprofit dedicated to helping adult cancer patients undergoing treatment.

Natalie accepted the invitation from Bill Beckman, husband of Grateful Friends Board President Becky Beckman. Bill and his late wife Mary Beckman were dear friends of Natalie growing up and performed musically together in the Westfield/Jamestown, NY area.

This very special concert will serve not only as a fundraiser but also as a heartfelt tribute to Mary, who passed away ten years ago from metastatic breast cancer. In her memory, Becky Beckman now leads Grateful Friends with passion and purpose. Natalie’s performance will celebrate their enduring friendship and honor Mary’s legacy, along with so many others, by supporting people on their cancer journey.

We hope you’ll join us for what promises to be an inspiring and meaningful evening.

Event Date	11-09-2025 6:00 pm
Individual Price	See Registration
Location	The Cabot
Categories	Music, Americana, Pop

American Railroad

Silkroad Ensemble featuring Wu Man

Experience Silkroad’s acclaimed American Railroad program — now reimagined with an intimate, powerhouse ensemble of eight world-class musicians led by the internationally acclaimed pipa master, Wu Man. This compelling program presents a sonic tapestry of the past, evoking the powerful and often-overlooked contributions of Indigenous and African Americans, as well as Chinese, Irish, Japanese, and other immigrant communities who laid the tracks for the transcontinental railroad that transformed a nation.

The program highlights thrilling collaborations of traditional percussion instruments from India, Japan, and Italy, alongside the exquisite tonal interplay of Chinese pipa, guitar, string instruments, and of course the unforgettable wild Chinese wind instrument suona and European accordion. With breathtaking musicianship and evocative melodies, this Grammy Award-winning group challenges conventional narratives, unveiling a deeply human perspective that redefines the American experience and transports audiences through a cultural and historical odyssey.

Event Date	11-09-2025 7:30 pm
Individual Price	See Registration
Location	Veterans Memorial Auditorium
Categories	Music, Ethnic, Ethnic Concert, Other

Upcoming Music and On Stage Open-Mic Events

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