Blues-rock prodigies are a special breed. They live and breathe the fiery swagger of electric guitars and the irresistible allure of rhythm-soaked sounds. That’s Clay Melton’s musical calling in a nutshell. At only 28, the Louisiana-born and Texas-based blues-rocker has already spent 15 years performing live. His powerfully raspy voice and wicked guitar licks leave no doubt he’s grown up in the school of barroom blues-rock.

Greasy Hands is proud to present the "Greasy Hands Pig Roast!" Join us for a full day festival featuring a whole pig, full bar, craft and food vendors, and of course a ton of great live music from yours truly and 6 other great bands we all know and love. This family-style festival has been a vision of ours for many years and we're so excited to finally bring it to life with the help of our incredible partners Baltimore Management Agency and Stages Music Arts! The lineup includes: Greasy Hands, Squaring The Circle, Moody Moose, Schu and The Souls, Uncle Kunkle's One Gram Band, Mitch Treger & Accomplices, Slow Lights

Rock out with us on the patio on August 13th for our Third Annual Summer Student Band Showcase featuring all the bands from our Summer 2023 season, as well as All-Access All-Stars and Rising Stars. Check back for the full lineup or bring your camp chairs and picnic and stay all day for an afternoon of incredible tunes by our kid, teen & adult bands! All-ages, family-friendly concert!

"He sounds like a cross between Bob Marley and Bob Dylan." - New York Times Stages Music Arts presents the Omari Banks Trio to our gorgeous outdoor patio stage on August 23rd. Son of the legendary Bankie Banx, Omari was born and raised on the beautiful island of Anguilla and found his music calling at a young age, though he veered through a career as a professional Cricket player, where he excelled on the world stage. Omari leveraged his lifetime of experiences and life lessons gained traveling the globe back into his passion for songwriting and began perfecting his musicianship, leading him to create the debut album "Move On" - listed as #4 on the Top Ten Reggae Albums of 2015.

Stages Music Arts Presents our next Instructor Concert featuring Jason Cohen, AKA Cohlapser. Cohlapser is a multi-instrumentalist, drummer, and producer blending Hip Hop, Jazz, Funk, Drum N Bass, IDM, and Ambient genres. His music creates captivating and introspective soundscapes with punchy drums, synthesized sounds, glitchy breaks, dreamy synths, deep bass, and rich chords. Cohlapser's compositions balance groove-oriented beats and contemplative melodies, inspiring reflection and calmness. Explore his captivating fusion of genres, immersive soundscapes, and groovy melodies that transport and engage listeners.

Join us for an intimate evening of music and storytelling as singer songwriters Jennifer Stella, Danah Denice and Jake Mach share the stage for an exciting "Writer's Round." A "Writer's Round" features multiple performers on stage together, taking turns playing their songs and telling the stories that inspire them.

Stages Music Arts Presents: The Wildwoods - an enchanting Folk/Americana trio whose flowing songwriting has been praised as "focused and charmingly human." The Wildwoods' delicate melodies and descriptive lyrics come from nature, love, experiences from the road and growing up in Nebraska. The band released their debut album, Sweet Nostalgia, in 2017 and quickly established themselves as a creative, harmonious, and instrumental force. Comprised of husband and wife team Noah (guitar) and Chloe Gose (violin), as well as Andrew Vaggalis (bass), The Wildwoods draw inspiration from a wide range of influences including the styles of: Watchhouse, The Decemberists, Gillian Welch & David Rawlings, Peter, Paul, & Mary, Nickel Creek, Joni Mitchell, and Gregory Alan Isakov. The folk/Americana trio work to harmoniously and delicately blend their voices to create a sound so nostalgic that you may find yourself dreaming and longing for sweet memories. **JUST ADDED** - Opening this show will be Ocean City, MD native Callum Toner - a 16 year old singer-songwriter with a unique tone of voice who swiftly travels through the world of sonics, making her own rules. Born with synesthesia, she chooses to make music that looks and feels right to her, with vibes ranging from alternative pop to smooth jazz & acoustic folk. She has a unique ability to contextualize her emotions in a way that touches your soul, making you feel you're not alone.

Stages Music Arts Presents: Instructor Brennan McShane in concert on Friday, October 13 at 7 p.m. for an evening of eclectic selections spanning multiple genres, including many works inspired by his experiences over the years as a teacher here at Stages! The performance will feature a number of special guests including some of Stages' own rock star students as well as general manager, Charles Simon on guitar. This event is a perfect Friday night hang for music lovers of all ages- we hope to see you there!

Come out to local favorite Ashland Cafe for an awesome evening of music by three of Stages student bands! This free event, headlined by the All-Access All-Stars, also features All-Access Rising Stars and Thunder Chicken. Each band will take the stage for a 45-minute set featuring rock, blues, funk, soul & more! Don't miss this FREE, family-friendly evening of rockin' tunes and top talent. Invite your friends!

Stages Music Arts presents the next installment of our Instructor Concert Series, featuring Jeremy Norris. Jeremy's "Wintry Mix" will include an eclectic mix of Jeremy's favorite music, including Mozart's 3rd Horn concerto accompanied by Evan Cooper on piano. He'll also share crowd favorite covers and originals on guitar and piano, as well as a closing set with his band, Heads Up.

Stages Music Arts is proud to present singer, recording artist and all around entertainer, Mariah Bonner, for an evening of Christmas cheer! You’ll hear songs in French, English and Spanish, ranging from standards such as *Let It Snow* and *Blue Christmas*, to beloved hymns like *O Holy Night* and *Silent Night* to more contemporary tunes like *Feliz Navidad*, *River* and more. “Confident stage presence, a warm rapport with her audience…Mariah was born to perform.” - Baltimore Jazz Alliance ABOUT MARIAH: Born in Baltimore, Maryland, the third of six children, Bonner grew up studying ballet and singing along with her dad as he played guitar every night at bedtime. When she was ten her family moved to France where she was discovered on the Champs Elysées by a model scout. A career in fashion modeling ensued, and she went on to appear on magazine covers and in commercials as well as to land her first role in a TV movie for France 3 called Qui Mange Quand? (Who Eats When?). Bonner attended The Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London where she discovered the art of storytelling through song. She has performed at The Gardenia Room, Los Angeles, Pangea, New York, and throughout the Baltimore/ Annapolis area at Keystone Korner, Manor Mill, An Die Musik and Live Arts Maryland. She is delighted to be appearing at Stages Music Arts where she recorded her first two albums!

Join us for a night of timeless memories and music as we cherish the time we have during this holiday season. Callum is a singer, songwriter, and recording artist from Ocean City, MD. Beginning her career at the age of 14, she immediately received major success, quickly rising in popularity and gaining over 100,000 streams with songs such as Testing My Patience and Captivated. She's gone on to open for many National Touring Acts including Coldplay, Foreigner, and The Wildwoods to name a few. With such a unique tone of voice, she swiftly travels through the world of sonics, making her own rules. Born with synesthesia, she chooses simply to make music that looks and feels right to her. Her vibes range from folk to alternative pop and smooth jazz. Callum has a unique ability to contextualize her emotions in a way that touches your soul, making you feel that you’re not alone. When you listen to her music, you feel like you’ve known her forever, even if you’ve just met. Doors 6:30 p.m. | Show 7 p.m.