UPCOMING EVENTS
TYPE OF EVENT
Block Printing Workshop
Block Printing is one of the oldest types of printmaking -it's been around for thousands of years. Come explore this ancient craft...
Join artist & teacher Molly Meng where you will learn to design and carve your very own "block" for printing on fabric and paper. We’ll learn about transferring images, designing your own, building repeat patterns. You'll have a full introduction to the various supplies and tools that can be used in this exciting process and bring home your uniquely designed block to use over and over.
All materials are provided --You may want to bring an apron and your glasses!
Barnstar!
Prepare for a sonic explosion of positivity as Barnstar! gears up to release their highly anticipated third album, "Furious Kindness," set to hit the airwaves on April 19, 2024. Unapologetically shouting in your face about how awesome you are, Barnstar! delivers an aggressively joyful and passionately positive musical experience that reflects the true mission statement of these mischievous music makers – a beacon of joy in a world that could use a bit more kindness.
Caroline Spence
A singer-songwriter based in Nashville, TN, Caroline Spence makes her debut stop at The Word Barn. Her four solo albums have been featured by publications like Rolling Stone, Pitchfork, and NPR.
Orchard Concert Series: Dacha and Sava Thurber
Dacha and Sava Thurber will perform a youthful and energetic selection of violin duets. Dacha and Sacha are young talents from Exeter in music studies and performance at Harvard.
California Guitar Trio
The universe of guitar knows no boundaries for The California Guitar Trio. Since 1991, the group has enthralled listeners with a singular sound that fearlessly crisscrosses genres. The trio’s questing spirit drives it to explore the intersections between rock, jazz, classical, and world music. It even throws in the occasional surf or spaghetti Western tune for good measure.
OneBeat
Immerse yourself in a transcendent musical experience at The Word Barn as the acclaimed global music exchange, OneBeat, presents a one-night-only event.
Prepare to be captivated as 25 boundary-pushing musical artists from 19 nations converge to unveil their latest creations, meticulously crafted during two weeks of relentless collaboration.
Louise Bichan
Fiddler and Berklee grad Louise Bichan hails from Orkney, a group of islands in the north of Scotland, and plays and writes folk and traditional Scottish music.
Damn Tall Buildings
"...The Carter Family for the millennial generation..." - The Boston Globe.
Damn Tall Buildings radiate wild energy that is anchored in their instrumental chops, strong songwriting, and varied influences and blended elements of bluegrass, blues, roots-rock and vintage swing.
Owls of New England
Come join for the return of our Environmental Education series and meet some amazing owl and raptor species up close while learning all about them thanks to the wonderful Tailwinds educators.
PMAC Bluegrass Ensemble & Band of Hope
Join us for an evening of bluegrass and Scottish/Irish tunes played by PMAC adult ensemble students! The Bluegrass Ensemble, led by Steve Roy, focuses on a variety of bluegrass music styles and songs while The Band of Hope honors the traditions of Irish or Scottish casual sessions. The Band of Hope is led by Jason Crigler.
PMAC Noon Tunes & Ukulele Ensemble Concert
Enjoy an evening of music played by PMAC's adult student ensembles - the Noon Tunes Ensemble and the Ukulele Ensemble - both led by Steve Roy! The Noon Tune Ensemble plays a variety of tunes from different cultures (Appalachian, French Canadian, Celtic, etc.) while the Ukulele Ensemble focuses on popular favorites!
The Noon Tunes and Ukulele Ensemble are a part of PMAC's growing Adult Student Ensemble program. Students can learn how to play their instrument for the first time or be challenged to learn new techniques, genres and more within a supportive setting.
Antje Duvekot & Connor Garvey
A very special evening with the special and compelling singer/songwriter Antje Duvekot, joined by special guest Connor Garvey.
Rug Hooking Workshop with Isabel Ardito Lebo
Join us for an exciting rug hooking workshop suitable for all skill levels! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, this class is designed to unleash your creativity and guide you through the fascinating world of rug hooking.
Jake Kohn
He’s been called an old soul as much as his given name. His talen has been described with such phrases as “once in a lifetime” and “lightning in bottle.” Jake Kohn appears to be your average 16 year-old boy, but when his voice fills the room, it becomes clear why he signed to Lockeland Springs/Atlantic Records at such a young age.
Vienna Teng with Amber Rubarth
Join us for two special evenings with Vienna Teng whose captivating live performances and thoughtful online presence has built a devoted following across generations and continents. Special guest Amber Rubarth.
Vienna Teng with Amber Rubarth
Join us for two special evenings with Vienna Teng whose captivating live performances and thoughtful online presence has built a devoted following across generations and continents. Special guest Amber Rubarth.
National Park Radio
Named “America’s Newest Musical Treasure” by No Depression, National Park Radio is a nationally touring indie-folk “power duo” based in the Ozark Mountains of Northwest Arkansas.
Kat Wright
Kat Wright, whose voice is both sultry and dynamic, delicate yet powerful; gritty but highly emotive and nuanced, has been described as “a young Bonnie Raitt meets Amy Winehouse”. Add to that voice enough stage presence to tame lions, and the combination of feline femininity proves immediately enchanting.
Ryan Montbleau
Ryan Montbleau Infused with an infectious energy and feel-good pop optimism, Ryan Montbleau returns to the Word Barn for two special, intimate performances.
Ryan Montbleau
Ryan Montbleau Infused with an infectious energy and feel-good pop optimism, Ryan Montbleau returns to the Word Barn for two special, intimate performances.
The Kenny Brothers Band
Join us for a special night as The Kenny Brothers Band head to The Word Barn Meadow this summer!
Abigail Lapell
Toronto songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Abigail Lapell heads to The Word Barn for a special album release show for Anniversary, an evocative collection of original love songs.
Over the past five years and three spellbinding albums, Lapell has garnered three Canadian Folk Music Awards (Songwriter of the Year and Contemporary Album of the Year), hit number one on Canadian folk radio, and reached a staggering 40 million+ streams on Spotify alone while touring widely across Canada, the U.S. and Europe.
The Wolff Sisters
The Wolff Sisters - the gritty and raw folk-rock outfit and two-time Boston Music Award winners (Americana Artist of the Year) - bring their electrifying live performance and unique sound to The Word Barn Meadow.
Soggy Po’ Boys
The Soggy Po’ Boys are a New England-based septet that offers an unforgettable experience of traditional New Orleans music - and are headed to The Word Barn for what will be oh so good!!
Owls of New England
Come join for the return of our Environmental Education series and meet some amazing owl and raptor species up close while learning all about them thanks to the wonderful Tailwinds educators.
Acoustic Nomads
At the crossroads of South American folk music and Northern Americana, you will find Acoustic Nomads.
GoldenOak
GoldenOak’s music is rooted in the natural landscape- their songs move like a stream, meandering and weaving in an original yet grounding direction. Fronted by siblings Zak and Lena Kendall GoldenOak’s music calmly excites its listeners while nestled in rich folk-influenced sibling harmony.
The Dead Tongues
Come catch The Dead Tongues’ Ryan Gustafson as part of a special evening at The Word Barn.
Mushroom Forage
Join us as we host the New Hampshire Mushroom Company for an engaging workshop that will take us in the woods where we will learn proper collection and observation techniques in this class. There will be time for identification as well.
Tiger Saw & Sneaky Miles
Come and enjoy some indie goodness at The Word Barn with two incredible bands: Tiger Saw and Sneaky Miles.
This concert is on the eve of the release of Tiger Saw’s brand new and ninth album, Card Tricks for the Love Sick.
The Mallett Brothers Band
Get ready for a wildly fun evening featuring the rock and roll, Americana sounds of The Mallett Brothers Band.
MusicalArts Academy Summer Youth Theatre Camp
Join us for a two week whirlwind of singing, dancing, acting and more! Campers will spend two weeks honing their craft, working with professional artists from all around the Seacoast, and learning a full length musical (Peter Pan JR.), culminating with a final performance in the beautiful Word Barn Meadow.
Dead to the Core: An Acoustic Celebration of the Grateful Dead
Dead to the Core is a collective of singer-songwriters and acoustic musicians with a shared love of the Grateful Dead. In intimate concerts, the musicians celebrate the band's music not through note-for-note re-creations but by playing the songs their own way—letting them grow and evolve collaboratively in the true spirit of the Dead.
MusicalArts Academy Summer Youth Theatre Camp
Join us for a two week whirlwind of singing, dancing, acting and more! Campers will spend two weeks honing their craft, working with professional artists from all around the Seacoast, and learning a full length musical (Peter Pan JR.), culminating with a final performance in the beautiful Word Barn Meadow.
Rachel Davis & Darren McMullen (of Còig)
Canadian folk band Còig’s dynamic duo brings their latest music to The Word Barn as part of a dozen-year journey that has included tours across North America, Europe and Australia. Còig has received multiple East Coast Music Awards, Canadian Folk Music Awards and a JUNO Award nomination.
Clem Snide
Clem Snide, the moniker named for a William S Borroughs character, is touring a stunner of a new album produced by Scott Avett (Avett Brothers)
David Francey
Three-time JUNO (Canada’s Grammy) Award winner, David Francey is a Scottish-born Canadian carpenter-turned-songwriter, who has become known as “one of Canada’s most revered folk poets and singers” (Toronto Star).
David Francey
Three-time JUNO (Canada’s Grammy) Award winner, David Francey is a Scottish-born Canadian carpenter-turned-songwriter, who has become known as “one of Canada’s most revered folk poets and singers” (Toronto Star).
HAAS
HAAS is the combination of one of the most sought after cellist in traditional music (Natalie Haas), and one of the most influential fiddlers of her generation (Brittany Haas).
Erika Lewis
Known for her lengthy tenure touring and busking with beloved New Orleans jazz band Tuba Skinny, prolific songwriter and singer Erika Lewis heads to The Word Barn with a brand new record, A Walk Around the Sun, featuring her own original work.
Owls of New England - SOLD OUT
Come join for the return of our Environmental Education series and meet some amazing owl and raptor species up close while learning all about them thanks to the wonderful Tailwinds educators.
Billy Keane
Billy Keane (of The Whiskey Treaty Roadshow) returns to The Word Barn for a special evening with concert this spring!
Fellow Pynins
Fellow Pynins is an Ashland, Oregon based contemporary folk duo with an anchor in the balladry tradition.
Dave Gunning with special guest Steve Boucher
Hailing from Nova Scotia, Dave Gunning is one of Canada’s greatest solo roots singer/songwriters. He has been nominated for a JUNO Award (Canada’s Grammy), and won two Canadian Folk Music Awards and eight East Coast Music Awards. With fourteen albums, there’s no denying his impressive body of work. Fortunately, he’s just getting started.
Jeffrey Martin with Tommy Alexander (Night 2)
Join us for the second of two special evenings with singer/songwriter Jeffrey Martin and special guest Tommy Alexander.
Rug Hooking Workshop with Isabel Ardito Lebo
Join us for an exciting rug hooking workshop suitable for all skill levels! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, this class is designed to unleash your creativity and guide you through the fascinating world of rug hooking.
Jeffrey Martin with Tommy Alexander (Night 1)
Join us for the first of two special evenings with singer/songwriter Jeffrey Martin and special guest Tommy Alexander.
BOOM: A Burst & Bloom Podcast LIVE Show
Join us for a very special evening featuring a medley of live music, poetry and interviews with Stu Dias (Soggy Po’ Boys), Rebecca Hennessy (poet), Jake Mehrmann (Tan Vampires), Pale Wallace (Jim Rioux & Guy Capecelatro III), Jim Rioux (poet/songwriter) - and hosts Dylan Metrano & Guy Capecelatro III.
Mushroom I.D. Workshop
Join us as we host the New Hampshire Mushroom Company for an engaging workshop that will teach you how to identify, find, and enjoy some of the amazing wild edible mushrooms - ranging from such things as Porcini, Black Trumpets, and Chicken of the Woods.
Paper Wings
Long-time friends and Nashville collaborators Emily Mann and Wila Frank, known together as Paper Wings, dream up warm, pastoral folk songs suited to wandering through a forest or field, quiet contemplation, and long winding journeys.
A Silo Series Reading featuring Anders Carlson-Wee, Sarah Anderson, and Matt W. Miller
On Sunday, April 7, come to The Word Barn at 4:30 pm (doors at 4pm) for a reading featuring Anders Carlson-Wee, Sarah Anderson, and Matt W. Miller. Come celebrate these authors, check out their books, and engage with each other during the social break.
Crime Writers On…
Named as one of the Top 10 true crime podcasts to follow after Serial by Rolling Stone Magazine, “Crime Writers On” is the original true review podcast. Each Monday and Thursday, New Hampshire crime writers Rebecca Lavoie, Kevin Flynn, Lara Bricker, and Toby Ball dig into the hottest true crime and mystery shows, podcasts, and pop culture. Then the panel gives their own thumbs up or thumbs down reviews. Join all four of the crime writers at the Word Barn for a live show and meet up event.
David Francey
Three-time JUNO (Canada’s Grammy) Award winner, David Francey is a Scottish-born Canadian carpenter-turned-songwriter, who has become known as “one of Canada’s most revered folk poets and singers” (Toronto Star).
John Gorka
John Gorka is perhaps the quintessential iconic singer-songwriter of the 80’s folk scene. Hailing from New Jersey, but forged in the Greenwich Village Fast Folk scene, he honed his craft and persona into an unmistakable image. The shy, wry, insightful, and yes, sensitive singer-songwriter has been copied and parodied. But the old coat he wove still fits, and still suits him well. The old songs ring as true as they ever did, and the new ones are just as good.
Joseph Terrell (Mipso) + Blue Catcus
A very special evening with Joseph Terrell (of the indie-Americana band, Mipso) and North Carolina’s eclectic duo, Blue Cactus.
Bella’s Bartok
Get ready for a wild ride with the foot-stomping freak folk of Bella’s Bartok!
A band known for raucous theatrical performances and an outspoken political message of finding hope in a world beset by cruel uncertainty. With utter joy, they seamlessly blend a rich cacophony of sound and soul into their music with influences ranging from Punk to Folk and Pop to Americana.
Abandoned in the Arctic
Join James Shedd who talks about how he, a team of scientists, and field guides, set out to retrace his great-great grandfather, Lt. A. W. Greely’s 250-mile journey in 1883 down the Kennedy Channel and across the Kane Basin to reach their expected rescue on Pim Island.
Adolphus Greely was the commanding officer of the Lady Franklin Bay Expedition’s perilous attempt to build a scientific research station on Ellesmere Island near the North Pole in 1881.
James Shedd’s talk follows his modern-day journey by kayak, with a historical retelling of the Greely expedition through dairy entries, letters and archival photographs - involving rationing, theft, death, and rumors of cannibalism.
Sam Amidon
Born in 1981 and raised in Vermont by folk-musician parents, Sam Amidon sings and plays fiddle, banjo, and guitar.
Soaring Into Spring
Come join for the return of our Environmental Education series and meet some amazing owl and raptor species up close while learning all about them thanks to the wonderful Tailwinds educators.
Woodcock Walk
This is your chance to see and hear the strange and wacky twilight courtship dance, calling, and acrobatic flight of the secretive timberdoodles (AKA woodcocks).
It is one of the most remarkable signs of spring.
Lena Jonsson Trio
Sweden’s Artist of the Year, Lena Jonsson has played in the band The Goodbye Girls with Molly Tuttle, Allison de Groot, and Brittany Karlson, and is in a fiddle duo with Brittany Haas.The multi-award-winning Lena Jonsson Trio continues to break new ground internationally with its unique mix of deeply rooted Swedish folk, jazz, American old-time and electro-acoustic sounds.
Dave Hause
Coming from a place where punk and classic rock collide, Dave Hause takes a break to head to The Word barn for a special and one-of-a-kind songbook-esque show.
Charlie Parr with special guests The Wildmans
A special evening with Charlie Parr and special guests The Wildmans.
Larry & Joe
Larry Bellorín hails from Venezuela and is a legend of Llanera music. Joe Troop is from North Carolina and a GRAMMY-nominated bluegrass and oldtime musician.
Larry was forced into exile and is an asylum seeker in North Carolina who works construction to make ends meet. Joe's acclaimed "latingrass" band Che Apalache was forced into hiatus, and he shifted into action working with asylum seeking migrants.
Currently based in the Triangle of North Carolina, both men are versatile multi-instrumentalists and singer-songwriters on a mission to show that music has no borders.
Cheryl Wheeler with Special Guest Kenny White
Don’t miss the return of Cheryl Wheeler and Kenny White to the stage - all in the special, intimate setting of The Word Barn for two shows!
Cheryl Wheeler with Special Guest Kenny White - SOLD OUT
Don’t miss the return of Cheryl Wheeler and Kenny White to the stage - all in the special, intimate setting of The Word Barn for two shows!
From China to Appalachia - Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer with Chao Tian and Jake Blount
GRAMMY Award winning American Roots artists Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer join with Chinese classical hammered dulcimer player Chao Tian, and award-winning banjoist, fiddler and singer Jake Blount in a show that combines music from China to Appalachia and beyond.
Instrumentation includes yangqin (Chinese hammered dulcimer), gourd banjo, five-string banjo, ukulele, guitars, dumbek, cello-banjo and mandolin.
Rug Hooking Workshop with Isabel Ardito Lebo
Join us for an exciting rug hooking workshop suitable for all skill levels! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, this class is designed to unleash your creativity and guide you through the fascinating world of rug hooking.