Bluegrass Concert Series
Schedule
Sun Oct 27 2024 at 03:00 pm to 05:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
10091 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers, FL, United States, Florida 33919 | Fort Myers, FL
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Join fellow bluegrass lovers for a toe-tapping, knee-slapping good time as we bring back the popular bluegrass concert series! Band: The Morgan Brake Band (INDOOR)
Date: Sunday, October 27 at 3:00 p.m.
About: The Morgan Brake Band, originally known as Duck Wallow Lane, is a small town bluegrass band composed of young, accomplished Florida bluegrass musicians who have attained national exposure and recognition – including Nashville. Morgan Brake is part of the next generation of up and coming Bluegrass musicians taking flight. She is a fantastic singer songwriter and is already making waves in Bluegrass and Americana across the country.
Tickets: www.tix.com/ticket-sales/allianceforthearts/3107/event/1394505
Band: HWY 41 South (INDOOR)
Date: Sunday, November 24 at 3:00 p.m.
About: HWY 41 SOUTH has performed at nearly every major bluegrass festival in Florida, surpassing their own expectations as a band. They've had the opportunity to meet and play alongside their bluegrass heroes, backing up artists like James King and sharing the stage with top performers such as Claire Lynch and Jim Lauderdale.
Tickets: www.artinlee.org/event/hwy-41-south-indoors-bluegrass/
Band: Bill Metts and Frank Corso (INDOOR)
Date: December 15 at 3:00 p.m.
About: Bill Metts is a seasoned musician who started his career playing American Folk and Blues on fingerstyle guitar. After six years in a classic rock band, he spent 15 years performing songs from the 1930s and 1940s in nursing homes, where he witnessed the transformative power of music, especially for seniors with dementia and Alzheimer’s. Now focused on writing his own songs, Bill is a strong advocate for the belief that music can make the world a better place. He recently performed at the inaugural Fringe Fort Myers Festival.
Frank Corso is a multi-talented artist who thrives as both a painter and musician. Believing in the synergy between music and painting, he has performed across the U.S. and in Italy, specializing in Country Blues and Ragtime on fingerstyle guitar. Additionally, Frank plays Tin Pan Alley tunes on the ukulele and Southern Clawhammer styles on the banjo.
Tickets: www.artinlee.org/event/bill-metts-and-frank-corso-indoor-bluegrass/
Band: The Flatlanders (OUTDOORS)
Date: Sunday, January 12 at 3:00 p.m.
About: The Flatlanders are one of North Florida’s top bluegrass and gospel bands, delivering tight harmonies and a hard driving traditional sound with a contemporary edge. Established in early 2020, these members were already seasoned veterans in the genre, and are excited to share their gifts as a band. The band consists of Brian Andrews, Joey Lazio, Andy Kennan and Matt Melton.
Tickets: https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/allianceforthearts/3107/event/1394512
Band: Low Ground (OUTDOORS)
Date: Sunday, February 9 at 4:00 p.m.
About: Low Ground is a dynamic, bluegrass-inspired band from South Florida, known for blending traditional styles with modern creativity. Their live performances showcase a passion for music and a commitment to honoring the rich histories of Bluegrass, Swing, Folk, Rock, Blues, Jazz, and Jam, while pushing sonic boundaries. The band features Paddy King on fiddle, Amanda Accardi on upright bass, Isaac Taylor on banjo, Trevor Klutz on mandolin, and Nicholas Kiriazis on guitar, delivering a fresh sound that appeals to both traditionalists and those seeking something new.
Tickets: www.tix.com/ticket-sales/allianceforthearts/3107/event/1394507
Band: Swinging Bridge (INDOOR)
Date: Sunday, March 9, 2025 at 3:00 p.m.
About: Swinging Bridge, established in 1997, is a five-member bluegrass and classic country group from Venice, Florida, performing regularly throughout Southwest Florida. The band, featuring Alan Colpitts, Chris Bryson, Doug Rowe, JR Davis, and Bobby Martin, is a popular fixture at local bluegrass festivals and the monthly Southwest Florida Bluegrass Association Jam/Fests. In 2003, they released their debut CD, Rough Edges, which was well-received by their growing fan base. Known for their strong lead vocals, tight harmonies, and lively stage presence, Swinging Bridge delivers a mix of traditional and contemporary bluegrass and country, creating engaging and memorable performances.
Tickets: www.tix.com/ticket-sales/allianceforthearts/3107/event/1394515
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Where is it happening?
10091 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers, FL, United States, Florida 33919Event Location & Nearby Stays:
