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Oswego Music Hall continues its Open Mic Friday series on February 23. Shows begin at 7:00 PM; sign-ups at 6:30.      

 Guest Host, Kenny Roffo, leads off Open Mic Friday and will be followed by performers who sign up that night. 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.

After 15 years of on-and-off bedroom guitar playing, Kenny joined our local music community in 2022 through the monthly Songwriters’ Circle, hosted by Tim Nekritz. Last year, Kenny became a regular player at the Curtis Manor open mic nights before making his debut at the Oswego Music Hall in November. 

Inspired by his experiences with the community, Kenny began writing his first songs last year. Word on the street is he may even have a new song to share with us during his performance.

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. Admission is by a cash or check donation. Please check the Oswego Music Hall website, Facebook, or Instagram page for further information.

The wheelchair accessible venue is located in the McCrobie Civic Center, on 41 Lake Street in Oswego. It is adjacent to Breitbeck Park and overlooks Lake Ontario and the Oswego Harbor. The atmosphere is intimate with candle-lit tables surrounding the stage with light refreshments available. Cash or check only at the door.

Oswego Music Hall is a family-friendly, non-profit organization that has been run entirely by volunteers since its inception in 1977. Volunteers can earn admission to shows through various tasks — from event support to making popcorn. Students can also earn credit for community service. To volunteer, email Volunteer Coordinator Michael Moss at ocpaoswego@gmail.com.

Find more information online at https://www.oswegomusichall.org/ 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. 

Oswego Music Hall Events Calendar

Feb 17                    Hot Club of Syracuse - Jazz by the Lake

Feb 23                    Open Mic w/Host Kenny Roffo

Feb 24                    Vance Gilbert, w/Cam Caruso opening

Mar 2                      Imagining Kerouac, curated by Don Masterson

Mar 8                      Open Mic w/ Host Jane Zell

Mar 9                      Frank Solivan & Dirty Kitchen

Mar 16                    The Intention - Jazz by the Lake

Mar 22                    Open Mic w/Hosts Frank Stefanek and Julie Clement

Mar 23                    Shawna Caspi and Rachael Kilgour (Women in Music Series)

Apr 12                    Open Mic w/Host Mark Zane

Apr 13                    Big Sky Quartet

Apr 20                    Count Blastula w/Special Guest Mike Dubaniewicz Jazz by the Lake                     

Apr 26                    Open Mic w/Host Larry Kyle

Apr 27                    Livingston Taylor 

May 11                   Season Finale - Sam Robbins & Emerging Artists Showcase