Psst! Don’t Miss Out. The Local Lineup is Hot! With Cindy Cashdollar, Lenny Kaye, Tracy Bonham and more.

Check out this extraordinary lineup of acts from our friends at THE LOCAL! With live performances ranging from renowned global musicians to award-winning Hudson Valley-based artists, a new conversation series, and family programs–you’ll want to get tickets before they sell out. What you need to know about THE LOCAL, besides the cool vibe of being housed in a former Dutch chapel built in the 1800s–is that the size of this space allows for an up-close, super intimate setting—there isn’t a bad seat in the house.

The Local opened in September 2023 as a space for arts, culture, and community under the guidance of Isabel Soffer and Danny Melnick, co-founders of Hudson Valley Live. The two Saugerties-based music producers and performing arts professionals have each devoted more than 30 years to producing festivals, concerts, and curated arts experiences. 

“The Local has been a smash success, and we’re thrilled to be the best new music venue in the Hudson Valley. As this next season proves, we will continue to present the ‘World’s Best Music, Right Here’ ” – Danny Melnick

Some of this year’s highlights include can’t-miss acts like Lenny Kaye (Patti Smith Group) on February 3, five-time Grammy award-winning slide guitarist Cindy Cashdollar (February 24), Grammy-nominated artist Tracy Bonham, who celebrates her birthday with a performance on Saturday, March 16; JigJam (March 12), Caña Dulce y Caña Brava (April 10) who perform music, dance and poetry from Veracruz, Mexico; and Persian classical music by Kayhan Kalhor (June 15). 

Our very own local, world-renowned astronomer Bob Berman kicks off his Consider This discussion series on March 19. Plus, this season brings a collaboration with Barbès Brooklyn, one of NYC’s most beloved music clubs, brings three exciting shows: psychedelic French-Latin hybrid music, Southern Appalachian sounds, and New Orleans blues.

“After an exciting fall season, we’re looking forward to returning in 2024 to engage with the community through the arts and with new cultural experiences for people of all ages and interests.” – Isabel Soffer

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Songs of Peace & Love: Joy Clark – Thurs Feb 1st @7pm

New Orleans singer/songwriter, lyrical guitarist, and rising star on the Americana music scene, often described as “a balm for an anxious heart.”

Lightning Striking with Lenny Kaye – Sat Feb 3rd @8pm

Join Lenny Kaye of the Patti Smith Group for an intimate evening of strumming, musings, and readings from his new book “Lightning Striking”.

Flex’N Street Dance Workshop with Its Showtime NYC – Sun Feb 4th @1pm

All levels/ages. Learn Flex’n, a street dance characterized by pausing, gliding, hat tricks, connecting, getlow and punchlines.

The Art of Arabic Maqam: Firas Zreik – Sat Feb 10th @8pm

Palestine-born, NY-based Firas Zreik has transformed the perception of the kanun, preserving the instrument as a vital part of the Arabic Maqam tradition.

Saugerties Sessions, Cindy Cashdollar w/ Toombs Dixon – Sat Feb 24th @8pm

Rock/soul with 5-time Grammy-winner Cashdollar, Jack Petruzzelli, Rich Pagano, Jay Collins, Peter Yarin, & Ben Zwerin.

African-American Folk, Blues, & Dixieland – Sat Mar 2nd @8pm

Jerron “Blind Boy” Paxton & Dennis Lichtman: Multi-instrumentalist Paxton transports audiences to the 1920s via ragtime, jazz + more.

John Street Jam – Fri Mar 8th @7pm

Folk, blues, bluegrass and country players in the round.

Irish Bluegrass: JigJam – Tues March 12th @7pm

This award-winning quartet from Ireland delivers a virtuosic, energy-fueled, foot-stomping live performance for St. Patrick’s Day.

Psychedelic Chanson: Combo Daguerre – Fri March 15th @7pm

Combo Daguerre performs original French tunes with a psychedelic edge combining boleros, cumbia, 60’s rock, 1930s surrealism + more.

Tracy Bonham’s Birthday Bash! Sat March 16th @8pm

Grammy-nominated alt-rock artist Bonham performs material off her newest album alongside jazz players Rene Hart and Alvester Garnett.

Consider This: Astronomer Bob Berman – Tues March 19th @7pm

Through humor and informality, world-renowned Berman explains how to view the upcoming rare total solar eclipse and other cosmic events.

Turntables on the Hudson Dance Party! Nickodemus – Sat April 6th @8pm

The legendary NYC dance party makes its Hudson Valley debut for a bass-heavy global dance party.

Music and Dance from Veracruz, Mexico – Wed April 10th @7pm

Caña Dulce y Caña Brava: Traditional instruments, percussive dance, and a celebration of the arts and culture of Veracruz.

Jazz w/ Alto Saxophonist Alexa Tarantino & Quartet – Thurs April 18th @7pm

This vibrant and versatile jazz saxophone & woodwind artist has received numerous accolades from Downbeat Magazine and the JazzTimes Critics’s Poll.

Old Time Music and Ballads: Nora Brown and Stephanie Coleman – Sat April 20th @8pm

Nora Brown, an 18-year-old banjo virtuoso, partners with Stephanie Coleman, a master old-time fiddler.

Family day! Dendê’s Brazilian Recycled Sounds – Sun April 21st @1pm

A workshop and performance with renowned Brazilian percussionist Dendê Macêdo, who makes instruments from found materials.

Jazz with Acclaimed Pianist Brandon Goldberg & his Trio – Thurs April 25th @7pm

Brandon Goldberg, only 17 years old, is one of the most celebrated pianists in modern jazz.

The Fantastical World of Hazmat Modine – Fri April 26th @7pm

Original and intoxicating grooves inspired by New Orleans jazz, Calypso, Balkanova, Klezmer, Gypsy Jazz, Blues and African sound.

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About The Local: THE LOCAL is a new venue for arts, culture, and community in Saugerties, NY, founded by Isabel Soffer and Danny Melnick, co-founders of Hudson Valley Live. The two Saugerties-based music producers and performing arts professionals have each devoted more than 30 years to producing festivals, concerts and curated arts experiences. Besides hosting its own world-class series of music and dance events, the ADA-accessible space is available to rent for parties, concerts, pop-ups, gallery exhibits and more. THE LOCAL is located in the heart of the Village of Saugerties at 16 John St., behind the Saugerties Reformed Church on Main Street.