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The Portland Jazz Orchestra

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

Proudly sponsored by our friends at Coffee By Design.7 PM Doors | 8 PM ShowGHigh School Guest Band: Fryeburg AcademyPerforming regularly at One Longfellow Square since 2006, the Portland Jazz Orchestra is Maine’s premier concert jazz ensemble. Under the direction of Dr. Chris Oberholtzer, this 19-piece jazz ensemble performs a variety of instrumental and vocal big band literature. […]

Get Tickets $15.00

The Blues Prophets

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7PM Doors | 8 PM ShowThe Blues Prophets began as The New England Blues Prophets rehearsing in the basement of a house in Fairfield, Maine in 1976. Live music was everywhere in those years. Still, to the bands surprise, patrons embraced a band that played the blues and nothing else.The Blues Prophets introduced many local […]

Half Waif with special guest Kristine Leschper

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 pm doors – 8 pm showIn the deep Upstate New York winter of 2022, trees bare and taunting, Nandi Rose found herself searching for an apricitic clarity. She has always found the season difficult; its ruthless theft of birdsong and flora, heavy clouds low and smothering what little light remains. But the cacophonous silence […]

Julia Gagnon

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 pm doors – 8 pm showOriginally from Cumberland, Maine, Julia Gagnon gained national acclaim after placing in the top seven performers of the 22nd season of “American Idol.” Gagnon is a student at the University of Southern Maine, and her singing journey started at a school talent show. Gagnon became a household name across […]

Tricky Britches

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 pm doors – 8 pm showThis is a standing room show! There will be very limited seating available.Tricky Britches formed in 2009, when four friends in Portland, Maine, took their fiddle tunes and country songs on the road across the US. Since then they have released three albums of original material: Comin’ in Hot (2016), Good Company (2013), and Hard […]

Della Mae

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

3 pm doors – 4 pm showDella Mae is a GRAMMY-nominated all-woman string band featuring founding membersCelia Woodsmith (lead vocalist/guitarist) and 2-time Grand National champion fiddle playerKimber Ludiker, along with guitarist Avril Smith, and two-time IBMA Bass Player of the YearVickie Vaughn.Hailing from across North America, and reared in diverse musical styles, Della Mae is […]

Funkationland (Night 1)

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 pm doors – 8 pm showTHIS IS THE FEBRUARY 7TH SHOW. FOR FEBRUARY 8TH, CLICK HERE.Prepare for an electrifying evening as Funkationland, a powerhouse ensemble comprising 12 of Maine’s finest musicians, takes over One Longfellow Square for two nights of high-energy, horn-driven funk. This exclusive performance brings the soulful sounds of Tower of Power, […]

Funkationland (Night 2)

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 pm doors – 8 pm showTHIS IS THE FEBRUARY 8TH SHOW. FOR FEBRUARY 7TH, CLICK HERE.Prepare for an electrifying evening as Funkationland, a powerhouse ensemble comprising 12 of Maine’s finest musicians, takes over One Longfellow Square for two nights of high-energy, horn-driven funk. This exclusive performance brings the soulful sounds of Tower of Power, […]

Get Tickets $25.00

Heather Maloney with special guest High Tea

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 pm doors – 8 pm showMassachusetts-based “writer song-singer” Heather Maloney found music in the midst of three years at a meditation center, honing a sound moored in days of silent reflection and reverence for storytellers like Joni, Rilke, Ken Burns, and the anonymous authors of Zen parables. While she eventually traded the quiet, structured […]

The Portland Jazz Orchestra

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

Proudly sponsored by our friends at Coffee By Design.7 PM Doors | 8 PM ShowHigh School Guest Band: Falmouth High SchoolPerforming regularly at One Longfellow Square since 2006, the Portland Jazz Orchestra is Maine’s premier concert jazz ensemble. Under the direction of Dr. Chris Oberholtzer, this 19-piece jazz ensemble performs a variety of instrumental and vocal big band […]

The Bad Plus

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 pm doors – 8 pm showThe Bad Plus are the ultimate originals. A democratic unit with a clear vision and a refusal to conform to convention. For the past two decades they have played with spirit and adventure, made their own rules and done so with a bold sense of creativity and intent. Avoiding […]

Tom DiMenna Sings Story Songs of the 70s

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 pm doors – 8 pm showTom DiMenna and friends resurrect some of the 70s greatest story songs from three of the era’s greatest singer/songwriters: Cat Stevens, Gordon Lightfoot, and Harry Chapin. This devoted review will feature Maine based singer/songwriter Tom DiMenna, whose tribute shows have sold out opera houses up and down the Maine coast.DiMenna’s impressive vocal range and guitar […]

Antje Duvekot with special guest Madeleine Roger

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

3 PM Doors | 4 PM ShowTickets only available to members, public sales start 12/11/24Antje Duvekot is a crafter of intricate, closely observed songs that are as moving as they are beautifully crafted. Her sound blends the storytelling traditions of folk with a fresh, contemporary approach, carried by the warm, whispery sensuality of her voice. […]

Roomful of Blues

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 pm doors – 8 pm showEven though Roomful of Blues’ lineup has changed over the years, the band has alwaysbeen one of the tightest, most joyful blues ensembles in the world. Currently an eightpiece unit led by guitarist Chris Vachon, the band has never sounded fresher or stronger. Singer DD Bastos brings her sweet […]

Studio Two – The Early Beatles Tribute

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 pm doors – 8 pm show"Voted the BEST Beatles tribute band in New England" by The Boston Globe, Beatles tribute band, Studio Two continues its tour in celebration of the 60th anniversary of The Beatles coming to America.Studio Two is a headlining Beatles band that pays tribute to the early Beatles years, choosing songs […]

Kevin Henderson & Neil Pearlman

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 PM Doors | 8 PM ShowUniting two stand out voices in Scottish music today, the fiddle and piano duo of Kevin Henderson and Neil Pearlman is a transatlantic collaboration that has set stages alight from Scotland to California. Each known for his high-energy, joyful and fresh approach to the tradition, their combined sound is fiery […]

Dalton & the Sheriffs

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 pm doors – 8 pm showBuilt from the bar up in the city of Boston, Dalton & theSheriffs's Something From Nothing Tour is the perfect night out: equal parts hard-to-describe and hard-to-forget.In Boston, the band regularly headlines major Live Nation venues. In 2023, the band booked the 5,000-capacity LeaderBank Pavilion on June 24th, before […]

Ragtime Destroyers – Mardi Gras Celebration!

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

6:30 PM Doors | 7:30 PM ShowKnown around Portland for their weekly pop-up swing dance session in the park, the irresistible Ragtime Destroyers bring New Orleans-inspired music from the 20's and 30's to the streets and beyond!  Sometimes insouciant but certainly swinging, the Ragtime Destroyers play jazz for the feet and jug band music with a pedigree!Facebook | Instagram

Jeffrey Martin with special guest Bob Sumner

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 pm doors – 8 pm showJeffrey Martin:On a small corner lot in southeast Portland, Oregon, Jeffrey Martin recorded his quietly potent new album, Thank God We Left The Garden, in a tiny, self-built backyard shack. Initially intended as demos, the live, intimate recordings—captured with just two microphones—became the album itself, raw and honest. Martin’s […]

Caleb Klauder & Reeb Willms Band + Old Hat Stringband

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 pm doors – 8 pm showDust off your boots and gather around for some true and original modern honky tonkmusic. An all-star cast of master musicians backs these two soul singers of countrymusic, Caleb Klauder and Reeb Willms. These two are known to roots music fansacross the globe for their soulful harmonies, driving dance […]

May Erlewine

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 pm doors – 8 pm showMay Erlewine has split her heart wide open and hasn’t hidden any of the contents from view. One of the Midwest’s most prolific and passionate songwriters, Erlewine has a gift for writing songs of substance that feel both fresh and soulfully familiar. Her ability to emotionally engage with an audience […]

Maine Middle Eastern Orchestra

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 pm doors – 8 pm showWe are thrilled to announce the upcoming musical performance by the Maine Middle Eastern Orchestra, where the essence of classical and art music from the Arab World will come alive. The program for this event will feature masterpieces by iconic composers and musicians such as Mohamed Abdul-Wahab, Riad al […]

James McMurtry with special guest BettySoo

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 pm doors – 8 pm showJames McMurtry is heading out on the road where he’ll be including songs from his recent record,The Horses and the Hounds (released August 20, 2021 on New West Records) as well as some of his old favorites, a few comments on the State of the Union, perhaps a couple of touring tales, but mostly, just […]

Church of Cash

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 pm doors – 8 pm showJohnny Cash's unforgettable voice, characterized by its booming timbre and raw power, remains an enduring presence in the collective consciousness. Jay Ernest, the talented vocalist behind Church of Cash, a tribute show band dedicated toJohnny Cash, is instrumental in preserving that legacy. With his resonant and commanding vocals, Ernest […]

Get Tickets $25.00

The Knickerbocker All-Stars

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 PM Doors | 8 PM ShowThe Knickerbocker All-Stars is a 9-piece band made up of the most talented professional musicians in the New England area. The band celebrates the 50s, 60s and 70s Rhythm & Blues, Jump Blues, Swing, Blues and Soul, all of which made the Knickerbocker Music Center a mecca of dance […]

Get Tickets $25.00

Choir! Choir! Choir!

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

3 PM Doors | 4 PM Show“Why see a show when you can BE the show!”Choir! Choir! Choir! is the fully interactive, participatory show that turns audience into performer! So get ready to laugh, dance and SING! your hearts out with hundreds of other music-lovers just like you. It’s like a big birthday party for the greatest songs […]

Choir! Choir! Choir!

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 PM Doors | 8 PM Show“Why see a show when you can BE the show!”Choir! Choir! Choir! is the fully interactive, participatory show that turns audience into performer! So get ready to laugh, dance and SING! your hearts out with hundreds of other music-lovers just like you. It’s like a big birthday party for […]

Joe Crookston with special guest Peter Mulvey

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

3 PM Doors | 5 PM ShowJoe is a force of nature on stage.  He is in his power AND he communes with his audience and welcomes them into the magic. From touring with Gordon Lightfoot, headlining major US festivals, receiving Folk Alliance International "Album of the Year," releasing NINE BECOMES ONE (2023) to being named Folk […]

The Portland Jazz Orchestra

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

Proudly sponsored by our friends at Coffee By Design.7 PM Doors | 8 PM ShowHigh School Guest Band: South Portland High SchoolPerforming regularly at One Longfellow Square since 2006, the Portland Jazz Orchestra is Maine’s premier concert jazz ensemble. Under the direction of Dr. Chris Oberholtzer, this 19-piece jazz ensemble performs a variety of instrumental and vocal big band […]

Little Lies: A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 pm doors – 8 pm showLittle Lies is an 8-piece tribute from Boston performing an authentic playlist of your favorite Fleetwood Mac hits. Join us for a night of romance, drama, and, of course, Rumours!Featuring two female and two male vocalists, along with an ensemble of professional musicians dedicated to capturing the magic of […]

Andy McKee

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 pm doors – 8 pm showAndy McKee is one of the world’s finest acoustic guitarists and it’s evident from the accolades he’s received throughout his career. It’s his youthful energy, attention to song structure and melodic content that elevates him above the rest. After nearly a decade without releasing new studio recordings, McKee returns […]

Sons of Mystro

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

3 PM Doors | 4 PM ShowBorn in South Florida to a Jamaican father and Barbadian mother, brothers Malcom and Umoja learned to play violin through South Florida’s public school system, and attended Dillard High School for the Performing Arts. Together, these brothers are Sons of Mystro. They use their violins to interpret reggae classics, American […]

Reverie Road with special guests Alice Howe & Freebo

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 pm doors – 8 pm showReverie Road is a fresh, eclectic celtic combination, featuring fiddler Winifred Horan and accordionist John Williams (founding Solas members) alongside former Gaelic Storm fiddler Katie Grennan and Jazz and Raga pianist Utsav Lal (Young Steinway Artist). This powerful combination is made up of four of today's leading traditional and […]

Hallowell Does The Last Waltz

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 PM Doors | 8 PM ShowHallowell Does The Last Waltz is a loving re-enactment of The Band’s final concert in 1976. Many critics consider Martin Scorsese’s film of the concert, The Last Waltz, to be the greatest rock and roll movie of all time! Iconic songs like “The Shape I’m In,” “Up on Cripple […]

An Evening with Holly Near

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

3 PM Doors | 4 PM ShowAn evening with Holly Near featuring stories, songs, and a good time together.Holly Near has been singing for a more equitable world for well over 40 creative years. She is an insightful story tellerthrough her music, committed to keeping the work rooted in contemporary activism.Respected around the world for […]

The Portland Jazz Orchestra

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

Proudly sponsored by our friends at Coffee By Design.7 PM Doors | 8 PM ShowHigh School Guest Band: Yarmouth High SchoolPerforming regularly at One Longfellow Square since 2006, the Portland Jazz Orchestra is Maine’s premier concert jazz ensemble. Under the direction of Dr. Chris Oberholtzer, this 19-piece jazz ensemble performs a variety of instrumental and vocal big band literature. […]

Savani Latin Jazz

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 PM Doors | 8 PM ShowElspeth Savani has always wanted to do a Maine tour and now the time has finally come!  Elspeth grew up in Boothbay Harbor, Maine, but spent most of her adult life on the West Coast pursuing the art of traditional Cuban music and latin jazz. Orchestra Zarabanda, the 11-piece […]

Cheryl Wheeler With Special Guest Kenny White

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 PM Doors | 8 PM ShowCheryl Wheeler:It has always seemed as if there were two Cheryl Wheelers, with fans of the New England songwriter relishing watching the two tussle for control of the mic. There is poet-Cheryl, writer of some of the prettiest, most alluring and intelligent ballads on the modern folk scene. And […]

Jim Lauderdale & The Game Changers

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7PM Doors | 8PM Show.stk-zofpqx3 {height:50px !important;}/ALL TICKETS FOR PREVIOUSLY POSTPONED SHOW WILL BE HONORED.At any given time, you’re likely to find Jim Lauderdale making music, whether he’s laying down a new track in the studio or working through a spontaneous melody at his home in Nashville. And if he’s not actively crafting new music, […]

Lucy Kaplansky

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 PM Doors | 8 PM ShowLucy Kaplansky is an acclaimed singer-songwriter of rare talent, described as “a truly gifted performer with a bag full of enchanting songs” (The New Yorker) and “the troubadour laureate of modern city folk” (The Boston Globe). She has released nine critically acclaimed CDs, two of which were awarded Best […]

David Wilcox

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

This show was originally scheduled for October 12th. All purchased tickets will be honored for the rescheduled date.7 pm doors – 8 pm showDavid Wilcox is a penetrating storyteller. The revered folk musician has an effortless talent for spinning lyrics that quietly cut deep, and crafting melodies that seamlessly ride the plot twists and turns. […]

Mary Fahl, former lead singer for October Project

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 PM Doors | 8 PM ShowWith “a voice for the gods that can transport listeners to other realms” (Boston Globe), Mary Fahl is an expressive, emotional singer/songwriter who first achieved fame as lead singer and co-founder of the mid-1990s NYC- based chamber-pop group October Project, a band known for their lush harmonies, sweeping melodies […]

Rick Price & Cidny Bullens

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

3 PM Doors | 4 PM ShowRick Price:Australian Singer/Songwriter Rick Price has walked the journey many musicians’ dreams are made of. From his humble beginnings as a child performer with his family band in country Queensland dance halls, this self-taught artist has forged an internationally praised and respected career spanning three decades.Multiple gold and platinum […]

Griffin House

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 PM Doors | 8 PM Show\Griffin House is an American singer-songwriter and storyteller.  Touring and making records for over 20 years, House has a discography that includes over 13 albums.  His debut record  “Lost and Found” (2004) was featured on CBS Sunday Morning by music critic and then VP MTV/VH1, Bill Flanagan, who named […]

Get Tickets $30.00

Duke Robillard

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

This show was originally scheduled for April 4, 2025. All previously purchased tickets will be honored for the rescheduled date.7 pm doors – 8 pm show.stk-drzcnsf {height:50px !important;}Since starting his musical career in 1967 by founding and fronting Roomful of Blues, Duke Robillard has been at the forefront of Blues, Swing and classic R&B/Jump blues […]

The Portland Jazz Orchestra

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

Proudly sponsored by our friends at Coffee By Design.7 PM Doors | 8 PM ShowHigh School Guest Band: Westbrook High SchoolPerforming regularly at One Longfellow Square since 2006, the Portland Jazz Orchestra is Maine’s premier concert jazz ensemble. Under the direction of Dr. Chris Oberholtzer, this 19-piece jazz ensemble performs a variety of instrumental and vocal big band literature. […]

Eilen Jewell

One Longfellow Square 181 State Street, Portland, ME, United States

7 pm doors – 8 pm showHailed by American Songwriter as “one of America’s most intriguing, creative, and idiosyncratic voices,” Eilen Jewell rises from the ashes on her captivating new album, Get Behind The Wheel, picking up the pieces of her shattered world and finding new purpose and meaning after watching her marriage, her band, and what […]

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