Sunday, September 15, 2024

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Jenkintown, Pennsylvania

Music Stage Schedule

Main Stage

1:00 – 1:20  Stage Co performance (music and theatre)

1:30 – 2:30 The Plants 
he Plants are a four-piece Philadelphia-based band for kids with an eclectic style that traverses musical genres while exploring the potential of the imagination.
 
2:45 – 4:00 The Wildwoods
In the heart of Lincoln, Nebraska, The Wildwoods emerge as a folk/Americana trio, a musical tapestry woven by the husband-and-wife duo, Noah (guitar) and Chloe Gose (violin), alongside long-time friend and bassist, Andrew Vaggalis. Their story is a symphony of exploration and connection, a journey that has taken them from the Midwest to international stages, carving out a unique place in the folk landscape. 
 
 
4:30 – 6:00 Jah People
Is a musical collective that plays melodic messages of love, spirituality, and unity since 2012.

Johnson Street Stage 

1:00  Too Many Cooks
Too Many Cooks, an acoustic duo, is known for their finger-picking guitar style and sublime harmonies. They cover a variety of musical genres including Roots, Americana, Celtic, and a touch of country and blues.


2:00 Bob Lowery/Chris Callas Bob Lowery and Chris Callas have been playing music together in the Abington / Jenkintown area for over 30 years. They do a mix of covers and originals and are known for their extraordinary vocals and harmonies. 

3:00 Acoustic Keys 
Acoustic  Keys (Joe Mahoney and Lisa Ridenour) are in their 10th year of entertaining audiences with an eclectic song list including classic rock, Indie, Americana and pop tunes.  Joe and Lisa met at an open mic at the McSwiney Club, a well-known venue in Jenkintown that has hosted local bands for decades.  Acoustic Keys performs weekly at wineries, breweries and other music venues in the Philadelphia area.  The duo was honored to have received the Artists Laureate award at the 2023 Jenkintown Festival of the Arts. Visit their website to learn more:  www.acoustickeysduo.com
 
4:00 Cara Cartney
A Cara Cartney show is more than your typical solo acoustic guitar performance. It’s an interactive, engaging, and fun-filled experience. Her versatile and expressive voice enables her to perform any genre of music with her own unique flair. Cara takes requests and serves them up with witty repartee, hilarious jokes, and amusing anecdotes that make the audience laugh and smile while she beams with amusement. Cara infuses her shows with a passion for music and a joy for the performing arts.  Each show is a memorable experience that will leave you wanting more! 
 
 5:00 Tim Dodson 
Graduated with Music Ed degree Berklee College of Music in 2001. Owner of Earth Music School in Ambler, PA founded in 2006 teaching guitar, piano, bass and mandolin lessons. Performed as lead guitar and vocalist of bluegrass groups Painted Blue(2005-2013) and The Boiled Owls (2014-2019). Currently performs with folk duo Bogey and the Tortoise and also solo. Released solo original EP, Tim Dodson: The Wondering Wanderer in March 2023. Performed with Rusted Root, Sam Bush and Sara Watkins.