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Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Shawn Mullins comes to Brattleboro’s Stone Church on Wednesday, October 8, for a special evening of acoustic storytelling and Americana songcraft.

Best known for his 1998 breakout hit “Lullaby” and the AAA chart-topper “Beautiful Wreck,” Mullins has built a career weaving intimate folk ballads with widescreen Americana.

He’s also co-written hits like Zac Brown Band’s “Toes” and appeared in supergroup The Thorns with Matthew Sweet and Pete Droge. In recent years, Mullins revisited his breakthrough album with the Soul’s Core Revival, offering new solo and full-band interpretations of the songs that defined his career.

Opening the night is Jennifer Lynn Simpson, a Los Angeles–based songwriter whose blend of old country and Americana has earned festival awards and tours with Rick Springfield. Together, Mullins and Simpson promise an evening of heartfelt music in one of Brattleboro’s most iconic venues.

On Saturday, October 11, 2025, at 7:30 PM, the Vermont Jazz Center will host Chief Xian aTunde Adjuah (formerly Christian Scott) for an extraordinary concert in Brattleboro, also livestreamed worldwide.

A six-time Grammy nominee and Grand Griot of New Orleans, Adjuah is celebrated for pioneering “stretch music”—a genre-blind approach that honors jazz’s roots while pushing its possibilities forward. Performing on instruments of his own design, including the Adjuah Bow, he blends ancestral memory with forward-looking innovation.

His band features Lawrence Fields (piano), Kris Funn (bass), and Brian Richburg Jr. (drums), each a powerhouse in their own right. Rooted in the traditions of New Orleans’ Maroon societies and Black Masking Indians, Adjuah’s music is as much cultural preservation as it is artistic revolution.  Tickets start at $25. 

Don’t miss this rare chance to experience a performance that bridges history, identity, and sound.

Sunny Lowdown brings his hypnotic, soul-deep blues to Thrush Hill Stage on October 4th for a night of raw groove and slide guitar magic.

Known for his slow-burning style and powerful stage presence, Sunny has backed legends like John Lee Hooker, Pinetop Perkins, and Otis Rush. With a sound shaped by decades in the blues world, he delivers an experience that’s emotional, authentic, and timeless.

His 2018 album Down Loaded, earned a Blues Blast nomination, and he’s been recognized by the Vermont Blues Society and the International Blues Challenge.

Thrush Hill Stage, tucked into the hills of Marlboro, Vermont, is the perfect backdrop for Sunny’s style—a cozy, outdoor venue where music and nature meet.

Grab your flannel, a favorite drink, and a blanket, and settle in for a rich musical journey under the stars. Tickets are $20 online or at the event.

Experience the soulful Latin rhythms of Sol y Canto and the jazzy harmonies of The Soubrettes at Next Stage Arts on March 15!

Step into a world of timeless storytelling and breathtaking harmonies as Sons of Town Hall and Alice Howe & Freebo take the stage at Next Stage Arts in Putney, VT, on March 7. Featuring transatlantic folk ballads, poetic lyricism, and soul-stirring melodies, this unforgettable night of music will transport you through the ages.

🔥 High-energy horns, irresistible grooves, and global influences—Huntertones are set to light up the Vermont Jazz Center with a genre-blending night of jazz-funk! 🎶

Experience the energy of Québécois folk music with É.T.É and Yann Falquet at Next Stage Arts on Feb. 8! A night of soaring harmonies, foot-stomping melodies, and joyful traditions.

Experience jazz legend Billy Childs live at the Vermont Jazz Center on February 9th, 2025. The six-time Grammy-winning pianist performs with his stellar quartet in an unforgettable afternoon of musical mastery.

Join legendary guitarist Jim Keller at Walker Farm Music on February 8 for a benefit concert supporting West River Sports. Enjoy heartfelt rock, soul, and his iconic hit “867-5309/Jenny.” 🎸 🎶

Experience New England’s acclaimed folk/roots quartet Rani Arbo & daisy mayhem live at Next Stage Arts in Putney, VT, on February 1, 2025. Enjoy an evening of uplifting music, creative percussion, and 4-part harmonies! 🎶

Discover the magic of the Kanun with Firas Zreik, a global ambassador of the Arabic Maqam tradition, live at Next Stage Arts in Putney, VT, on January 25, 2025.

Dance the night away with The Gaslight Tinkers at Next Stage Arts in Putney, VT on Jan 24! 🎶 A vibrant mix of global rhythms, Celtic fiddle, and joyful energy. 🎟️ Tickets available now!

Join Grammy-winning cellist Mike Block and master kora player Yacouba Sissoko for a unique fusion of classical cello and West African traditions at Next Stage Arts on January 18. Get your tickets now!

Experience Grammy-nominated jazz harpist Brandee Younger with her trio at the Vermont Jazz Center on January 18, 2025. A genre-defying performance blending jazz, classical, and hip-hop influences. Get your tickets now!

Enjoy an evening of swing blues and gypsy jazz with The Smack Dabs and Rhythm Future Quartet at Next Stage Arts on January 11. Get your tickets today!

Experience an evening of contemporary folk music with Antje Duvekot and Goodnight Moonshine at Next Stage Arts in Putney, VT, on December 14 at 7:30 PM. Tickets start at $22. Reserve yours now!

Celebrate 20 years of the Vermont Jazz Center Big Band with Grammy-winning vocalist Carmen Bradford on December 6, 2024, at 7:30 PM. Swing into the holidays with live music inspired by Count Basie.

Experience the hypnotic soundscapes of Club d’Elf, Boston’s Moroccan-dosed psychedelic dub jazz collective, live at Next Stage Arts on November 23 at 7:30 PM. Tickets $20 advance/$25 door/$10 livestream. Join us for an unforgettable night of adventurous music!

Join The Poor Cousins for a live house concert at Brattleboro’s Under the Maple on November 17. Experience the soulful sounds of Naomi Morse and Emmet McGowan as they perform a blend of American, Irish, New England, and Quebecois roots music. Suggested donation: $15. Reservations required.

Don't miss Hazmat Modine, the renowned eight-piece band from New York, bringing their genre-blending sound to Next Stage Arts in Putney, VT, on November 16 at 7:30 pm. Known for their vibrant mix of Blues, Jazz, and international influences, Hazmat Modine delivers a unique and soulful performance that will captivate music lovers of all backgrounds.

Join Next Stage Arts in Putney, VT, for an inspiring evening with Portland-based ensemble Palaver Strings on November 15 at 7:30 pm. Featuring works by groundbreaking women, queer, trans, and nonbinary composers, Palaver’s program "Ready or Not Revisited" offers a fresh and heartfelt take on classical music.

Catch Dexter and The Moonrocks Live at Higher Ground on November 12th! Experience the originators of “Western Space Grunge” as they bring their genre-blending sound—country western, rock, and grunge—to Vermont.

Join BrattRock’s Fall Edition on November 2, 2024, at The Stone Church in Brattleboro, VT, for an all-ages showcase of talented youth musicians from the region. Experience live performances across genres, including rock, punk, indie, R&B, folk, and jazz, in a Halloween-themed night of music.

Join the world-renowned JACK Quartet on Friday, November 8 at Ragle Hall in Marlboro, VT, for a free public concert, co-presented by Next Stage Arts. Known as 'our leading new-music foursome' by The New York Times, JACK Quartet will perform works by Travis Laplante, Eduardo Aguilar, and more before their New York premiere. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness Grammy-nominated musicians and the future of contemporary classical music!

The Vermont Jazz Center (VJC) is thrilled to present the 7th Annual Emerging Artist Festival, a two-day event celebrating the impact of youth on jazz. Taking place on November 1st and 2nd, the festival will showcase 11 student groups and feature a headlining performance by dynamic jazz vocalist Ekep Nkwelle.

Next Stage Arts presents an evening of South Indian classical Carnatic music and contemporary American jazz by Brooklyn-based Arun Ramamurthy Trio (ART) on Friday, October 18 at 7:30 pm at Next Stage. ART is touring in support of their latest album, “New Moon,” released on September 20th.

Next Stage Arts and Twilight Music present an evening of traditional and contemporary Scottish and fiddle music by duos Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas and San Miguel Fraser on October 20 at 7:00 pm at Next Stage.

In connection with the exhibition “The In Between,” which features artwork by Susan Brearey and Duane Slick, the Brattleboro Museum & Art Center (BMAC) presents “Pumpkintown: Songs, Stories, and Magic Lantern Projections from an Imaginary New England Village,” on Saturday, Oct. 12 at 7 p.m. at Next Stage Arts Project in Putney, Vt.

Next Stage Arts Project and Twilight Music present an evening of contemporary and indie folk music from the US and Canada by Massachusetts-based singer/songwriter Seth Glier and Montreal-based quintet Rosier on Friday, October 11 at 7:30 pm at Next Stage.

The Next Stage Bandwagon Summer Series presents acclaimed global music exchange OneBeat, on Thursday, October 10 at 6:00 pm, at West River Park, 333 West River Road, in Brattleboro.

Next Stage Arts continues its 2024 Bandwagon Summer Series of concerts with a Folk/Roots/Americana music festival featuring The Clements Brothers, The Jacob Jolliff Band, and The Mammals on Sunday, October 6 at 2:00 pm at Cooper Softball Field in Putney, VT.

Don’t miss the exciting performance of the All-Star Soul Jazz Group, Something Else, at the Vermont Jazz Center on October 5th at 7:30 PM. This 7-piece band, led by renowned alto saxophonist Vincent Herring, draws inspiration from the rich legacy of soul jazz, combining sophisticated jazz improvisation with the rhythmic energy of Black popular music from the 1960s. Featuring three horns and a stellar rhythm section, Something Else will deliver a vibrant and groove-filled evening.

The Next Stage Bandwagon Summer Series presents world music ensemble Yemen Blues on Sunday, September 29 at 4:00 pm at The Putney Inn.