Write a commentOswego Music Hall continues its Open Mic Friday series on November 17. Shows begin at 7:00 PM; sign-ups at 6:30.
Guest Host “Big D” Dave Schneider leads off Open Mic Friday and will be followed by performers who sign up that night. Admission is by a cash or check donation.
Doors open at 6:30 with sign-ups taking place then and throughout the evening, as space allows. Musicians typically play three songs each.
All ages and experience levels are welcome. Budding performers, singer-songwriters and musicians of all genres are given an opportunity to perform in a supportive environment using cutting edge professional sound and lighting equipment.
“Big D” Dave Schneider lends his talents on acoustic, electric and slide guitar while his vocal ability on both lead and harmony help create a professional show. While being on the local music scene since 1972 Big D has played alongside local favorites Hal Casey and Roosevelt Dean along with fronting his own blues-based project Big D & the Tasty Cafe. Some of the larger venues have found him sharing the stage with Commander Cody, Charlie Daniels, Black foot, Southside Johnny, Earl Scruggs, Chubby Checker and The James Montgomery Blues Band. Visit http://www.bigdny.com/index.html for more information.
Scheduling guest hosts for Open Mic Fridays is Coordinator Bryan Dickenson. Open Mics are held on the Friday night prior to Saturday’s National Stage concert. The next Open Mic is December 1 with Marc Warner as guest host. Please check the Oswego Music Hall website, Facebook, or Instagram page for further information.
The Oswego Music Hall venue is located in the McCrobie Civic Center, on 41 Lake Street in Oswego, and is wheelchair accessible. It is adjacent to Breitbeck Park and overlooks Lake Ontario and the Oswego Harbor. The atmosphere is intimate with candle-lit tables surrounding a small stage. Light refreshments will be available.
Oswego Music Hall is a family-friendly, non-profit organization that has been run entirely by volunteers from its inception over 40 years ago. Volunteers can earn admission to shows through various tasks. Students can also earn credit for community service. To volunteer, email Volunteer Coordinator Michael Moss at ocpaoswego@gmail.com.
Find more information via the Oswego Music Hall website at https://www.oswegomusichall.org/, Facebook, Instagram, or email ocpaoswego@gmail.com.
Concerts are made possible in part with funding by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the governor and New York Legislature. Other major supporters are the City of Oswego and Shineman Foundation.
