Fabiola Méndez and Will Dailey bring their duo project to the Uncommon Stage, which originally began back at Roundhead Brewing in Hyde Park, MA. Fabi and Will were paired as part of a 6 month mentorship program, hosted and activated by Departure Arts. Guitarist/vocalist/songwriter Will Dailey and cuatrista/singer/composer Fabiola Méndez will share their own music...
He’s been described as “the love child of Otis Redding and Doc Watson.” “The John Legend of rockabilly.” And recently, “a ‘what-took-you-so-long’ fusion of Elvis and Marvin Gaye.” But he is Dwayne Haggins, and his voice is his own. Whether on the stage of a metropolitan concert hall or the makeshift bandstand of a neighborhood...
Experience the mesmerizing fusion of Afro rhythms, classical guitar, and Cuban Tres improvisations in every performance. The trio is brought to you by Iris, a Cuban multi-instrumentalist, arranger, and composer whose work in this project showcases a passion for classical repertoire and Afro-Latin rhythms, as well as the storytelling of folk music, blending tradition with...
The music of pianist and composer Leo Blanco pulses with global rhythmic elements influenced equally by his South American roots and European classical traditions interwoven with improvisatory developments. In 1997 Blanco became the first Latin American to win to the prestigious Boston Jazz Society Award. The next year, he received the Billboard Grant Award for...
Daniel Sturgis is a talented musician hailing from the vibrant music scene of Cape Cod. With a musical style that seamlessly blends alternative, funk, pop, and rock, Sturgis has created a captivating sound that is uniquely his own. Influenced by legendary artists such as Jimmy Hendrix, B.B. King, and The Beatles, Sturgis draws inspiration from...
The Boundary Objects make music at the mythical borders between Bahia and Bamako, between Barcelona and Boston, armed only with guitars a calabash, and all the inputs onstage.
The Sam Spear Quintet delivers hard-hitting bop, soulful swing, and blistering ballads. Composed of two saxes, piano, bass, and drums, the group performs an eclectic mix of original tunes and cleverly crafted arrangements of jazz standards. https://samspearmusic.com/ Facebook: Sam Spear Music Instagram: @sam_spear_music
BAMS Fest takes over UnCommon, bringing Live Music and Beats to the stage! Toki Wright is a two-time Emmy Award-winning MC, poet, producer, and cultural diplomat. He has received two CLIO Award for advertising with General Mills for the number one worldwide Twitter trending project “Watch the Stove” which was also nominated for a Cannes...
Celebrate Flannel Friday with Harpoon! Anyone who makes a purchase at the bar on Friday while wearing flannel can receive a free koozie! Limit one freebie per person. **Purchasing alcohol is not required – any purchase at all qualifies.
Zahili Gonzalez Zamora is a Cuban pianist, composer, bandleader, arranger, and educator. She feels most defined by her Cuban heritage and her status as an immigrant. Her passion for music has taken her to Canada, to South East Asia and, now, to the United States. Her rich musical background, career experience and extraordinary improvisation skills...
4:00-5:00 PM – Steph Davis (marimba) with Jenny Oliver (choreographer/dancer)Through a mesmerizing combination of marimba and dance, Steph Davis and Jenny Oliver showcase multidisciplinary storytelling that honors their combined African American, Cape Verdean, and Native American heritage. 5:00-6:00 PM – Steph Davis (marimba) with DeShaun Gordon King (flutes) and Nicholas Johnson (cello)The performers merge classical, jazz, and traditional...
Flautist, composer, author, and educator Fernando Brandão is celebrated for his extensive performances as a bandleader, sideman, chamber musician, and soloist, showcasing his talent across various ensembles and esteemed orchestras in Brazil and the US. A versatile artist proficient in concert, alto, bass flutes, and pífanos, Fernando delivers a diverse repertoire encompassing traditional and contemporary...