Julian S. Smith Performance Hall

Jam onstage in front of a real audience! Join the Baltimore Blues Society and host Matt Kelley Band for a Blues Jam in the Performance Hall. Whether you're performing onstage or simply enjoying the music, this is a great opportunity to meet other musicians and blues lovers! A free RSVP is required - space is limited.

Join host TJ Mullen for a Nashville-style songwriters round! Four singer-songwriters will gather in the Performance Hall to discuss what inspires them, how they bring ideas to life, and more in a conversation led by host TJ Mullen, accompanied by solo and group performances. Tickets are $15 GA; FREE for Stages Academy Members (contact us for promo code). Doors at 6:30 PM; showtime at 7:00 PM. Meet the Songwriters: Justin Baker is a Baltimore-based singer-songwriter. Baker has earned critical praise for his genre-defying range, from gospel-infused anthems and bluesy murder ballads to 70s pop-rock and stripped-down folk. William Brauneis centers his songs around melodies that speak for themselves and lyrics get straight to the point. His music draws from traditional folk, folk-rock, jazz, and classical influences creating an intimate, energetic sound. Kyndal Gehlbach is a musician from Baltimore, Maryland whose sound is shaped by her diverse musical journey. Beginning her musical path on the violin at just eight years old, Kyndal is also a self-taught guitarist and vocalist, blending her classical roots with her passion for folk, blues, and indie styles. Danah Denice is a singer-songwriter from Stevensville, MD. With a classical background in piano, and a folk background in guitar, she’s been compared to artists such as Carole King, Fiona Apple, and Joni Mitchell.

Get more comfortable singing in a supportive group environment! Join Instructor Emily Gradowski in the Performance Hall to learn how to... Find your authentic voice Deal with stage fright and self-doubt Find the music that speaks to you ...and more! Feel free to bring an instrument or prepare a song to sing a cappella for the group! Teens and adults welcome. Tickets are $25 GA; FREE for Stages Academy Members (contact us for promo code).

Learn the chords to some of your favorite songs on ukulele! Music lovers of all ages - join Instructor Molly Garrett in the Performance Hall to learn the basics of ukulele. Parents are welcome to join their kids! Bring your own ukulele or use one of ours. Tickets are $5 GA; FREE for Stages Academy Members (contact us for promo code).

Enjoy an evening of music from The Barnstormers! The Barnstormers return to the Performance Hall on Friday, November 14th at 7 PM, bringing two sets of music for one night only! The evening begins with their first-ever all-acoustic set, followed by an all-electric set. Experience The Barnstormers like never before as they showcase two different sides of the band in one special performance. Tickets are $25 GA; $12.50 for Stages Academy Members (contact us for promo code). Doors at 6:30 PM; showtime at 7:00 PM.

Celebrate your progress and hard work with your family, friends, and fellow students! Recitals are an opportunity to perform onstage, build confidence, and accomplish your musical goals. There are four time slots to choose from: 11:30 AM, 1:00 PM, 2:30 PM, and 4:00 PM.

Enjoy an evening of original compositions by Electronic Music Production students! Join Electronic Music Production students in the Performance Hall and see their hard work and creativity come to life. A free RSVP is required - spots are limited. Doors at 5:30 PM; showtime at 6:00 PM.

Enjoy an evening of music from Mitch Treger & Accomplices in an intimate Performance Hall! Accomplices Music is a collaborative music project of Mitch Treger and friends based in Maryland, USA. Mitch Treger is a songwriter, performer, and instrumentalist who creates wide-ranging & well-crafted songs, spanning musical influences from 1970s to 90s grooves to present pop-rock, alternative, contemporary, Americana, folk, rock & jazz-inspired works. Treger's eclectic music varies from uplifting and humorous to bluesy and experimental. Doors at 7:00 PM; showtime at 7:30 PM. Tickets are $15 GA; $7.50 for Stages Academy Members (contact us for promo code).

Learn the basics of music theory in this beginner-friendly workshop! Join Instructor Emily Gradowski in the Performance Hall to learn how to improve as a singer using music theory. Learn how to… Find the meaning behind a piece of music Break up a song into different parts Identify important chords …and more! Feel free to bring a piece of music (sheet music or lead sheet) you’d like to work on! Not a singer? Instrumentalists can benefit from this workshop, too! Teens and adults welcome. Tickets are $15 GA; FREE for Stages Academy Members (contact us for promo code).

Enjoy an evening of roots rock and blues with Dave Chappell, Ian Trusheim, and John Thomakos, featuring Tommy Lepson! Dave Chappell, a Washington, DC native guitarist, is one of the most sought after and respected musicians in the area. For the last several years, he has won the Washington Area Music Awards (WAMMIES) for 'Musician of the Year', 'Rock Instrumentalist of the Year', and 'Roots Rock Instrumentalist of the Year'. Ian Trusheim is a multifaceted electric bassist, composer, and instructor known for his versatility and adaptability, as well as his dedication to the art of music. John Thomakos is a professional drummer, percussionist, educator, and author from Baltimore, Maryland. Tommy Lepson is nationally recognized as a Hammond organist, songwriter, guitarist and engineer. The show is in our intimate 60-seat Performance Hall. Doors at 6:30 PM; showtime at 7:00 PM. Tickets are $15 GA; $10 for Stages Academy Members (contact us for promo code).

Sing your favorite songs onstage with friends! Join Instructor Molly Garrett for a karaoke night in the Performance Hall! Tickets are $5 GA; FREE for Stages Academy Members (contact us for promo code).

Enjoy an evening of music from cello and guitar duo, Janel and Anthony! Janel and Anthony alternately charm and challenge, with music that draws from classical, experimental, jazz, rock and electronic traditions but that ultimately is simply theirs. Hugely influential and appearing nearly everywhere within Washington D.C.'s contemporary music scene as bandleaders and contributing artistic voices, cellist and vocalist Janel Leppin and guitarist Anthony Pirog have long been creative partners as well as life partners (Cuneiform Records). Tickets are $15 GA; $7.50 for Stages Academy Members (contact us for promo code). Doors at 7:30 PM; showtime at 8:00 PM.