Write a commentOswego Music Hall continues its Open Mic Friday series on February 24. Shows begin at 7:00 PM; sign-ups at 6:30.
Guest Hosts, Kathy Dillon and Bryan Dickenson, lead off Open Mic Friday and will be followed by performers who sign up that night. Performers have the option to enter the juried songwriter’s competition held every open mic. Winners will perform at the Music Hall’s Season Finale Emerging Artist Showcase to be held in May. 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 genre are given an opportunity to perform in a supportive environment using cutting edge professional sound and lighting equipment.
Dillon and Dickenson is a male/female duo of Kathy Dillon and Bryan Dickenson, with a combined 100 years of performing experience, playing folk and ballads with an original twist. They are both CNY natives. Further information and videos are found at: https://www.facebook.com/Bryan.Dickenson.music/.
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 spring season continues with Mark Zane leading off the Open Mic on March 10th and Larry Kyle on the 24th. Joe Henson leads off April 14 and Steve Watson leads off the 28th.
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.
COVID precautions: The Music Hall pays close attention to CDC, State, and local guidelines and is trying to do what’s best for performers and patrons; mindful of everyone’s safety and their enjoyment of the show. Masks are now strongly recommended. Should conditions warrant, we may revert back to stricter requirements without notice. Please check https://www.oswegomusichall.org/ for updated information. Masks will be available at the door.
Find more information via the Oswego Music Hall website at https://www.oswegomusichall.org/, Facebook page, 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.
2023 Music Hall Calendar 45th Season
Winter/Spring 2023
Open Mic Guest Hosts
- Feb. 24 Kathy Dillon & Bryan Dickenson
- March 10 Mark Zane
- March 24 Larry Kyle
- April 14 Joe Henson
- April 28 Steve Watson
National Stage
- Feb. 25 The McKrells
- Mar. 11 Guy Davis
- Mar. 25 Deeper Than Skin w/ Greg Greenway & Reggie Harris
- April 15 Jonathan Byrd
- April 29 Burns Sisters Band
- May 13 Season Finale featuring Annie Sumi & Travis Knapp
The Hook Songwriter Series
- March 3 Dave Wolever, Ben Wayne, & Bryan Dickenson
- April 21 Cam Caruso, Gary Carpentier, & Tim Forbes
